Meetings & Program Schedule
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Meetings
start at
7:00
P.M. - Room 102, Yates Hall, (across from the North end of football
stadium) at 1702 S.
Joplin St., Pittsburg, KS.
Click here
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Thursday September 26, 2024 |
"Snakes of the
Genus Pituophis",
by Cameron Kruse.
This genus of snakes includes Bull snakes, Pine snakes, and Gopher snakes. Some are very common; others are critically threatened in their home range. This presentation will include several animals, representing each group. Topics include habitat loss and modification, peculiarities of some species, and the opportunity for attendees to handle and experience these fascinating creatures. Postable Flier at this Link. |
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October 24, 2024 |
Laughlin contracted covid and thanks to Victoria
Gaa from Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) for presenting
the talk in October. Laughlin has been rescheduled to speak at the
February 27, 2025 meeting. ---------- Our October speaker will be Kristi Laughlin, Director of the Environmental / Land Management Department of the Eastern Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma. Among other projects, the department conducts water quality monitoring on the Spring River, restoration activities at the Tri-State Mining District and Tar Creek Superfund Site, and has established pollinator habitat around Highway 10. Join us to hear more about what our neighbors to the south are doing to protect their natural resources and the health of the people, air, water, and land. |
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November 2024 |
Due to conflict with Thanksgiving and Christmas, the November and December meetings have been combined, and held on December 5, 2024. |
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December 5, 2024 |
They're Back! Aquatic Species Reintroductions in Kansas by Trevor Starks, Aquatic Species Recovery Coordinator, KDWP For the first time in over 30 years alligator snapping turtles are back in the Neosho river. A new agreement between the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and KDWP allows for reintroduction and monitoring of imperiled species throughout the state. These reintroductions are aimed at recovery and delisting species from both state and federal endangered species acts. Come see what species may be coming back to a waterbody near you. |
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January 30, 2025 |
"Missouri's Turkey Habitat Initiative", by Meagan Duffee-Yates, MDC's Turkey Habitat Initiative Coordinator. will tell us why Missouri
and many other states are facing a severe turkey decline. Using modern
GPS research we are learning that there is a serious lack of suitable
turkey nesting and brood-rearing habitat. This is a key factor in
supporting the next generation of birds. Come learn about what turkeys
need to survive their first 14 days post hatch and what can be done to
create more habitat for these iconic birds. Flier here |
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February 27, 2025 |
Our February speaker will be Kristi Laughlin, Director of the Environmental
/ Land Management Department of the Eastern Shawnee Tribe of
Oklahoma. Among other projects, the department conducts water
quality monitoring on the Spring River, restoration activities at
the Tri-State Mining District and Tar Creek Superfund Site, and has
established pollinator habitat around Highway 10. Join us to hear
more about what our neighbors to the south are doing to protect their
natural resources and the health of the people, air, water, and land. |
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March 27, 2025 |
"Reestablishing the Ozark Chinquapin", by Jeff Cantrell, MDC.
The Ozark Chinquapin was a major player in our Ozarks forests; often it was the dominant tree species on many ridge tops and rocky slopes. The decline of the species had major effects on local wildlife food webs and traditional cultural uses. The hard-working Ozark Chinquapin Foundation, area foresters and local naturalists have been dedicated for almost 15 years in saving this species, and there are several success stories. This program will look at this unique tree’s place in our local ecology and highlight the foundation’s research and outreach, as well as offer ways you can help with this effort. |
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Thursday April 24, 2025 |
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May 29, 2025 Annual Picnic |
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| Summer Hiatus | SGAS will not hold regular meetings in the months of June, July & August. |
