JACKSON, MO (KFVS) - Missouri State Parks invites you to experience an outdoor adventure under the stars with friends and family on June 22 during the Great American Backyard Campout.

The Great American Backyard Campout is a nationwide initiative by the National Wildlife Federation to encourage families and communities to reconnect and experience the outdoors. To help you celebrate, Missouri State Parks is offering special programs and activities to make this night one to remember.

"Whether it’s your first time camping or you’re following a long-standing tradition, the Great American Backyard Campout is a great opportunity for families to get outdoors and experience nature,” said Bill Bryan, director of Missouri State Parks, a division of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. “There are a variety of events at parks and historic sites throughout the state to give you the chance to come out and enjoy a fun camping adventure.”    

SIKESTON, MO (KFVS) - Family Night at the Sikeston Depot Museum will be Friday, June 14 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

The theme is "Growing your Garden," and will feature:

• Attracting birds and butterflies
• Using narratives in your landscape
• Herbs and edibles
• Plant exchange
• Planting and painting station for kids

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

There will be presentations by:

• Delbert Curry - Varieties of birds and what attracts them
• Missouri Dept. of Conservation - Natives in your landscape
• David Bizzell from Bizzell Nursery - Q&A on plant health

The Depot Museum is located at 116 West Malone Avenue in Sikeston.

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SIKESTON, MO (KFVS) - The 2013 Springfest will be June 5-8 at The Market Place in Sikeston.

It will include rides, games, food and fun for all ages. Springfest will be Wednesday through Friday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Saturday from noon until 11 p.m.

Tickets are $15 purchases before the event from the Chamber or $18 on site. Armband night will be Wednesday and Thursday.

You can call 471-2498 for more information.

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