MDC to reopen Runge Nature Center and Headquarters in Jefferson City Feb. 1 Press Release The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) announces it will reopen its Runge Conservation Nature Center and Conservation Commission Headquarters in Jefferson City to the public starting Feb. 1. County-level reductions in COVID-19 cases have allowed for the reopenings. Masks or other appropriate face coverings and social distancing will be required when in buildings at both locations. Runge Nature Center is located at 330 Commerce Drive in Jefferson City and provides visitors educational and interpretive opportunities to view, learn about, and appreciate the variety of habitats found in Missouri. Five hiking trails, including two woodchipped and three hard surface trails, totaling 2.4 miles, loop through woodlands, prairies, glades, and next to ponds and a beautiful wet-weather stream.