April 12 – Parkville Symphonic Band Spring Concert
Sunday, April 12, 2026, 3:00 p.m. Graham Tyler Memorial Chapel on the Park University campus in Parkville, Missouri. Admittance to the concert is free, with freewill donations accepted for the Platte Land Trust
Earth Fest ’26
Celebrate Earth Day and join the cause for a better future for all. Several activities around the KC metro throughout April. Check them out here: https://climategkc.org/
April 18 – Earth Fest ’26 at KC City Market
8:00 – 2:00. Visit the PLT booth to get a free Missouri native shrub seedling. Plus activities and information at other Climate Council GKC booths.
April 18 – Music Bingo
Saturday, April 18, 2026 – 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Location: 2607 State Rte 92, Smithville, MO 64089
Join Platte Land Trust for Music BINGO as we fundraise to keep and grow our nature reserves in greater Kansas City! Enjoy music from every decade as our host plays 30-60 second clips of popular songs and provides the track title/artist. Check your card as we work toward a bingo, four corners, and blackouts, with chances to win each round! This event is a 21+ event and the public is welcome to attend.
Bingo – $10/person
Raffles – $1/ticket or $10/12 tickets
Whiskey/Wine Pull – $5/ticket or $20/5 tickets
Skip the line and purchase your tickets early: https://givebutter.com/music-bingo-2026-ufsvwe
Nature Meetups
April 26 – Bird Hike. 9:00 – 11:00 am at Charlotte Sawyers Nature Area, 6075 Union Chapel Road, Parkville. Come join other birdwatchers for spring migration. What birds will we see? Free; no registration required.
May 9 – World Migratory Bird Day hike. 8:00 – 10:00 am at Maple Woods Nature Area, parking lot at 2603-2617 NE 76th Street, Gladstone. Come join other birdwatchers for spring migration. Free; no registration required.
Save the Date: Annual Gathering – Friends Picnic
Date: Thursday, June 4
Time: 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: English Landing Park, East Shelter, Parkville
Kickoff summer with good food and drink along the Missouri River in Parkville. Details and ticket sales coming in early May.
Charlotte Sawyers Nature Area
Habitat Improvement Meetup
January 11, February 8, March 8, April 12, May 17, June 14
10:30 to 12:30 noon
6075 Union Chapel Road, Parkville MO 64152
Assist with habitat improvement for wildlife, invasive plant removal, trail maintenance. Tools, supplies, and training provided. No registration required; just show up. Everyone is welcome including kids with an adult partner.
Volunteer workdays may be canceled or rescheduled due to inclement weather or hazardous conditions. Check PLT’s Facebook page for notification. PlatteLandTrust
Community Service: Please contact us at info@plattelandtrust.org if your company or group is interested in community service hours. A group session can be scheduled most any time. Example projects include clearing dead trees, removing invasive plants, staining the information kiosk and picnic tables, trail improvements and maintenance.
Missouri Master Naturalists: Contact us at if you are seeking a capstone project or want to volunteer on dates other than the 2nd Sunday. Seeking education programs 30-60 minutes in length for Family Time Outdoors in the Spring and Fall. info@plattelandtrust.org
CSNA is OPEN to the Public every day – Open from sunrise to sunset for wildlife viewing. Park at the gate and walk in. Second Sunday’s each month we open the gate. Please complete a visitor card at the MDC kiosk when you visit.
Please leave your dog at home to protect the property and wildlife.
Platte Land Trust original logo created
by Dorothy Day in 1998. Looking for an outdoor space for a family gathering?
Reserve Charlotte Sawyers Nature Area for a family or small group outing. Property includes 2 picnic tables, fire pit, water spigot, and portable toilet.
View the Reservations Page HERE
Contact us at info@plattelandtrust.org with your date, time, and event details.
Please follow CDC guidelines for small groups and physical distancing to keep everyone in our community healthy and safe.
For more information about land conservation easements and partnering with the Platte Land Trust, contact the President of the Board of Directors.
Carla Dods, 816-716-3402