The Federation Report
March 25, 2016

In This Issue
Legislative Report
 
The following bills are threats to conservation.
 
  
Click here to visit our Legislative Action Center to learn more about these bills.
From Our Blog:
 
Become a Predator
 

Built in Lamar, MO, by the dedicated staff of Redneck Outdoor Products, LLC, Redneck Blinds manufactures a wide variety of products for the outdoor industry, but are best-known for best-quality hunting blinds. Be assured that despite their unique name there is nothing Redneck about the company's products. They strive to provide high quality unique products that are designed for hunters by hunters.

When Danny Little, CEO of Redneck Blinds, was asked to support CFM's mission through a donation, he without hesitation donated one of his top-of-the-line Predator 360 5×6 Crossover Blind with 10ft stand. This blind will be up for auction at CFM's 80 th Annual Convention along with other outstanding items. One lucky CFM member will be hunting in style and comfort, not only during the 2016 season but for years to come.

With vertical and horizontal windows, the Predator 360 5×6 Crossover gives you plenty of room, visibility and angles to make a perfect shot when the animal your hunting presents itself. It easily fits either two adults or one adult and two children...

Pull For Conservation
 Saturday, May 14
CFM is hosting its first regional "Pull for Conservation" shoot at Geiger Shooting Range in St. Joseph on May 14. This fun-shoot is to raise awareness of CFM. It is presented by longtime CFM Business Alliance member, Northwest Missouri Electric Cooperatives.
  
The event will consist of individual and team shooting opportunities with prizes for different shooting classes. A fish-fry lunch will be provided by the Northwest Missouri Electric Cooperatives.
  
Event Schedule:
8am-9am: Registration
9am-3pm: Shooting Begins
12pm: Open lunch 
4pm: Awards Ceremony
  
Participants can shoot individually for $35 (50 Clays) or as a two-shooter scramble team for $50 (75 Clays).
  
For event registration and sponsorship opportunities, please contact Rehan Nana (573) 634-2322 or [email protected].

 

 
CFM Store
  
CFM Clean Water = Great Beer T-shirt
~ $15.00 ~
    
Items are available for 
purchase on the
Conservation Day at the Capitol
April 19, 2016
Mark your calendar to attend the upcoming second annual Conservation Day at the Capitol on April 19, 2016.
 
This event brings conservationists from all across Missouri together at the Capitol for a day of promoting and supporting our natural resources and outdoor heritage to our Missouri General Assembly.
 
The Morning Shag with Shags and Trevor of KCMQ 96.7 (winners of the CFM Communicator of the Year Award) will be broadcasting their popular morning show live from the Capitol from 6 a.m. until 10 a.m.
 
Citizens and legislators will tour the affiliate booths to learn about the diverse outdoor passions of Missourians. Citizens will have a chance to meet with their legislators and to speak with them about the importance of conservation in Missouri
 
 
Contact: Laurie Coleman: 573-634-2322, [email protected]
Explore the Outdoors: Kansas City
May 21, 2016
 
Explore the Outdoors: Kansas City is the first stop of CFM's series of regional events in 2016. The event familiarizes Kansas City residents with the outdoor opportunities in their area while they learn more about the Conservation Federation of Missouri. Attendees will enjoy auctions and a banquet in the evening. Everyone is invited!

The cost for individuals to attend includes a one-year membership to CFM. Spouses and children have a discounted family rate. Children ages six and under attend for free.

There are sponsorship opportunities for businesses. Sponsors receive ten tickets and an Iron Business Alliance Membership with their purchase.

For more information on the event or CFM, please contact Rehan Nana at [email protected] or 573-634-2322.
  
Eighth Annual Governor's
Youth Turkey Hunt
The Governors Youth Turkey Hunt has been a successful event for years. It serves as a celebration of Missouri's role in providing outdoor recreational opportunity as well as recruiting and retaining  outdoor enthusiasts. This hunt is a cooperative effort between Governor Nixon, the Conservation Federation of Missouri, National Wild Turkey Federation, the Missouri Department of Conservation, elected officials, private landowners and other volunteers.
  
Qualified applicants should be youth ages 11 to 15 that are interested in giving hunting a try but have not yet had the opportunity. Second priority, if openings exist, will be given to youth that have previously hunted but are giving turkey hunting a shot for the first time.
  
Successful applicants will be invited to attend an orientation Friday afternoon that will include hunter safety, regulations and a chance to shoot their shotguns. Friday night, the hunters and their chaperones will attend a dinner at the Governor's Mansion hosted by the Governor and First Lady. After the meal and a few words from the Governor, the hunters will depart for their hunting destinations. The youth hunters will be guided on a turkey hunt Saturday and Sunday.   
 
 
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