Nature Center connects people with the land

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. -- Caving, hunting dogs and puppet shows will all be part of the Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center's "Connecting People With the Land" event Saturday, Sep. 25, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. According to Nature Center Manager, Sara Turner, the event is a celebration of National Archeology Month and National Hunting & Fishing Month.

Between presentations visitors to the nature center will have the opportunity to:

* view artifacts from Native Americans who once called southeast Missouri home

* try skills with archery, simulated shooting and fishing

* observe longbow-making and carving demonstrations

* gain skills and techniques from hunters and fishermen

* learn about native plants and foods

* see arrowheads and points being made by a flintknapper

* gain tips and tricks for Dutch oven cooking

* visit the Southeast Explorer exhibits

Turner says people of all ages are welcome to attend the event and no registration is required. The Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center is located east of I-55 (exit 99) and Hwy 61 in North Cape County Park. For additional information call the Nature Center at (573)290-5218 or visit the Nature Center website at www.MissouriConservation.org.