Just because winter weather is keeping your children from being outside much shouldn’t prevent your family from having some nature-oriented fun.

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is inviting parents and their children to take part in the January 13 virtual program “Nature Neighbors Virtual Story Time.”

This online program is scheduled to be held from 11-11:30 a.m. This program is designed for ages 2-6, but any age can participate.

Assistant Nature Center Manager Amy Juhala will read stories, sing songs, and lead the group in nature-oriented fun. Though this program is free, registration is required to participate. Registrants must provide an e-mail address, so a program link can be sent to them.

People can register for this program at: <https://mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/175655>.