WOW School

Hello WOW School Friends! Registration Closes Tonight! If you haven't signed up yet, hurry over to https://wondersofwildlife.org/education/wow-school/ and get registered before midnight tonight!

We’re excited to introduce something NEW this year at Roaring River WOW School 2025 — a Gear Swap! This is your chance to declutter your gear closet, keep items out of the landfill, and help build a more sustainable and connected outdoor community. Click the link below for more details on how to participate.
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🌟 Greetings WOW School Community! 🌟

We’re thrilled to kick off another exciting year together at Roaring River State Park! 🎉
📣 Online Registration for WOW School opens Tuesday, August 12 at 9:00 AM – set your alarms and get ready!

📘 Coming next week:

> Course Booklet
> Registration Planning Sheet

👀 Keep an eye out for these resources and take time to review course offerings and descriptions before registration opens. Classes fill up fast and are first come, first served – don’t miss out!

Let’s make this year WOW-worthy!

Find us online at: https://wondersofwildlife.org/education/wow-school/

You can also visit: https://mostateparks.com/wow

Student WOW School | Wonders of Wildlife | Springfield, Mo. Bring your students on a field trip to Wonders of Wildlife in Springfield, Mo., to experience the outdoors and conservation up close.

It’s Official! Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium has been nominated a seventh time by USA Today for “America’s Best Aquarium.” We are honored to receive this prestigious recognition and are thankful for our fellow partners, such as yourself, who continue to inspire and educate the next generation. By partnering together, we can continue to make a significant impact to preserve our natural resources and wildlife for generations to come.
In 2022, Wonders of Wildlife became dedicated to upholding the highest quality of animal care by receiving accreditation by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) – an accomplishment achieved by less than 10% of all licensed wildlife exhibitors in the U.S. We believe Johnny’s lifelong personal passion for conservation has positioned Wonders of Wildlife to have an immensely positive national impact on wildlife and conservation.
Wonders of Wildlife is nominated alongside other great aquariums across the nation for this recognition. We ask you to consider casting your vote to score another win for conservation in 2025!
Here’s how you can help:
• Vote for Wonders of Wildlife daily until May 12th at wondersofwildlife.org/vote
• Encourage your staff, customers, friends, and family to vote each day
• Spread the word on social media, tagging Wonders of Wildlife on:
o Twitter using
o Facebook using
o Instagram using
Social assets are also linked HERE and are ready to share.
We are grateful for your partnership and appreciate all you do to help conserve the great outdoors. By sharing this information and encouraging your members to VOTE for Wonders of Wildlife, our combined conservation efforts win!
Best regards,


Wonders of Wildlife is honored to receive our seventh nomination for America’s Best Aquarium by USA Today!
Cast your vote for conservation by going to wondersofwildlife.org/vote and help us bring home another win!

Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium Best AquariumPhoto courtesy of Johnny Morris' Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & AquariumFounded by Johnny Morris, noted conservationist and Lead Outfitter of Bass Pro Shops, Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium celebrates hunting, fishing, and the stewardship of land and water. The exp...

2024 WOW is complete! Thanks to all of our participants, instructors, and volunteers. We could not do it without you. Mark your calendar for next year October 10-12th 2025!