bransonglobe.com STATE By Francis Skalicky Courtesy of MDC SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Cottontail rabbits are frequent sights on evening walks in urban and rural areas. However, if you think this abundance makes them easy pickings for coyotes, bobcats, and other wildlife predators looking for a rabbit meal, think again. Children can learn about a number of unique adaptations cottontail rabbits use to avoid predators and raise their young in the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) “Little Acorns: Cottontails,” a free virtual program 10-:30-11 a.m. on Aug. 7. This online program is part of MDC’s “Little Acorns” series of programs and is being put on by the staff of MDC’s Springfield Conservation Nature Center. MDC Naturalist Alan Reed will describe how, although a cottontail rabbit may be a common sight, it has several adaptations that are focused on how to avoid predators. This program is designed for ages 3-6, but is open to all ages. People can register for this program at mdc-event-web. s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/173709 Though this program is free, registration is required to participate using the link above. RegisJuly 22 - 23, 2020 • 13 Cottontails are focus of MDC Aug. 7 online program for kids trants must provide an e-mail, so a program link can be sent to them. This program will include a chatbased question-and-answer period where participants can interact with the presenters. Children can learn about the unique ways cottontail rabbits survive and thrive at a free Missouri Department of Conservation online program Aug. 7. (Photo by MDC Staff) Your Branson Area Weather Source Loving The Ozarks KEEP CALM AND WASH YOUR HANDS WED 92 Partly Cloudy Chance For a Shower or Thunderstorm 72 Branson Area 5 Day Outlook THU FRI SAT SUN 92 94 95 95 Partly Cloudy Chance for Showers & Thunderstorms 72 74 74 Mostly Sunny Mostly Sunny Mostly Sunny
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