The Federation Report
May 6, 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.
Governor Nixon Announces Press Conference on Parks, Soils and Waters Sales Tax
On May 9 th, the Governor will be making a major announcement regarding the Parks, Soils and Water Sales Tax which is up for renewal in 2016. The event will be held at the Katy Trail State Park in St. Charles, MO located at the Jaycee Stage in Frontier Park at 2:30 pm.

To RSVP for this event, contact Andrea Balkenbush at (573) 526-3734 or e-mail [email protected]
From Our Blog:
 
Five Places to Hike in Missouri This Year
 

Sometimes you just need to go for a walk in the woods. A few hours on a nature trail can do wonders for your mental and physical health. You don't need any special gear to enjoy time outdoors hiking. Just grab a pair of binoculars, throw a couple of bottles of water in a backpack and lace up your favorite boots or gym shoes. Leave your phone at home. You'll survive without it for a few hours.

There is somewhere to get outdoors to hike or walk on a nature trail in every Missouri county. State parks, the Mark Twain National Forest, Conservation Areas, nature preserves, wildlife refuges and many other properties offer such trails. Here are five places worth checking out this year...

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Pull For Conservation - St. Joseph
May 14, 2016
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 ext. 108 or [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 ext. 108.
  
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Feral Hogs are Dangerous and Pose Threats to Wildlife and Land in Missouri