Lanter, a Northwest Missouri State graduate who oversees a 31-county region, highlighted opportunities such as viewing fall foliage, wildlife watching, hiking, and visiting conservation areas like Bluff Woods, Bilby Ranch Lake, and the remnant tallgrass prairie at Pawnee Prairie. He encouraged visitors to research locations in advance, pack essentials, and practice safety—especially during hunting season by wearing blaze orange. Lanter also discussed fishing, birding, winter activities like ice fishing and camping, and urged students and newcomers to let curiosity guide their outdoor exploration.
Alek Lanter, Regional Recreational Use Specialist at Missouri Department of Conservation
