Missouri S&T’s Ozark Research Field Station is a nine-acre living laboratory dedicated to education, research, and environmental discovery. Operated through a partnership with the Missouri Department of Conservation, the station offers students and faculty a unique opportunity to study the Ozark ecosystem firsthand.
Located just 20 miles southwest of Rolla, the property dates back to the 1860s and features ponds, streams, woodlands, diverse wildlife, and a historic home. Here, learners can conduct research, observe natural processes, test new ideas, and gain real-world experience in a rich and inspiring outdoor setting.
As the only biological field station in the University of Missouri System, the ORFS gives you real life learning experiences that will help you prepare for meaningful careers involving biology, the environment, conservation, natural resources and more.