Trout are a popular fish to catch in Missouri, but they’re not native to the Show-Me State.

The Missouri Department of Conservation says many of the rainbow and brown trout found in Missouri streams and at trout parks began their lives in an MDC cold-water hatchery.

People can learn more about the unique process of raising trout at MDC’s free virtual program “The Hatchery in Pictures.” This online program is scheduled to be held 11 a.m.-noon on Thursday, September 17, and is being put on by the staff of MDC’s Shepherd of the Hills Hatchery Conservation Center. This program is designed for all ages.

People can register for this program at: https://mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/174307.

Staff at MDC facilities across the state are holding virtual programs. A listing of these programs can be found at mdc.mo.gov/regions.