Title: Natural Missouri : working with the land /
Authors: Shelton, Napier.
Publisher: University of Missouri Press,
Year: 2005
Subjects: Natural areas Missouri.; Natural history Missouri.
Abstract: "In Natural Missouri: Working with the Land, Napier Shelton offers a tour of notable natural sites in Missouri through the eyes of the people who work with them. Over a period of three years, he roamed all over the state, visiting such different places as Wilson's Creek National Battlefield, Pomme de Terre Lake, Mark Twain National Forest, the Ozark National Scenic Riverways, Roaring River State Park, Prairie State Park, Ted Shanks Conservation Area, and Mingo National Wildlife Refuge.
Contents: Prairie State Park -- Roaring River State Park -- Wilson's Creek National Battlefield -- Pomme de Terre Lake -- Glenn Chambers: cinematographer and otter champion -- Mark Twain National Forest -- Ozark National Scenic Riverways -- Mingo National Wildlife Refuge -- Joel Vance: writer -- Protecting Ste. Genevieve -- Ted Shanks Conservation Area -- Corn, cattle, and quail -- Mapping Missouri's breeding birds -- Dunn Ranch -- Squaw Creek National Wildlife Refuge -- Challenge of the Christmas Bird Count.