The Federation Report
February 24, 2017

In This Issue
Legislative Report:

CFM is watching the following bills:
Cervid Legislation
Conservation Authority
Waterways
Wildlife
Permit Sales
SB 370
Land Access
General
These are not all the bills that CFM is monitoring.  Click here to visit our Legislative Action Center to learn more about all the bills affecting conservation and natural resources in Missouri.
From Our Blog:
 
Missouri's Trout Fishing Tailwater

Nathan "Shags" McLeod hosts the "Morning Shag" on Columbia's 96.7 KCMQ Classic Rock, but that's only because he hasn't figured out how to get paid to go trout fishing yet. An Oregon Coast native, Shags is a salmon man. For years, he thumbed his nose at Missouri trout.... 
MDC and CFM Thank Deer Hunters for Sharing the Harvest
Thank you to all the deer hunters that donated venison to the state's Share the Harvest program this past deer season. Read more about it here.
Certified Wildlife Habitat®
Recognize your commitment to wildlife and certify your yard, balcony container garden, schoolyard, work landscape or roadside greenspace into a Certified Wildlife Habitat®.

By creating a natural garden with native plants, you are providing essential elements of wildlife habitat: food, water, cover and a place for wildlife to raise their young. Add a water source - such as a birdbath - and follow sustainable gardening practices, and your garden will not only be wildlife-friendly, but it will qualify as a National Wildlife Federation Certified Wildlife Habitat®.

In addition, a portion of your processing fee supports the Conservation Federation of Missouri and National Wildlife Federation's programs to inspire others to make a difference. The fee is waived for schools Pre-K to Grade 12.

Print your
Certified Wildlife Habitat® application HERE.

Visit nwf.org/garden to certify today!
Join CFM for Three Years and Receive a Yeti Rambler
The many achievements of CFM have all been made possible thanks to individuals like you working together to accomplish extraordinary feats. If our future is to be as successful as our past, then we will need your help.
 
 
Your membership includes a three-year subscription to our magazine Conservation Federation, special member-only discounts to select businesses and invitations to CFM events throughout the year.
 
Anyone who appreciates Missouri's natural resources and sporting heritage benefits from the actions of CFM. We are "The Voice for Missouri's Outdoors" for citizens across the state and at the Capitol.
 
To join CFM, visit our website for easy online registration at  www.confedmo.org/join, or contact Laurie Coleman at 573-634-2322.

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Register for CFM's Annual Convention
March 10-12, 2017
Time is running out. Please make plans to join us March 10-12, 2017 at our 81st CFM Annual Convention in Jefferson City at the Capitol Plaza Hotel. Or just join us for the banquet on Saturday evening. We are making preparations for our biggest and best convention ever. 
 
We have been working hard to make this year's convention truly special. Our annual awards ceremony, hosted by our partner Bass Pro Shops, takes place Friday evening. We will be recognizing numerous outstanding Missouri conservationists. On Saturday night our banquet includes a wonderful dinner, fellowship among friends, and both a silent and live auction. We will also have multiple raffles during the evening. Don't miss out on some great items and trips. Help support CFM's mission.
 
Register now and support conservation of our natural resources here in Missouri. Be a "Voice for Missouri Outdoors." 
    

Governor Youth Turkey Hunt
Registration Deadline
The Governors Youth Turkey Hunt has been a very successful event over the last 8 years. This special experience serves as a celebration of Missouri's outdoors as well as a recruiting and retaining tool for future hunting enthusiasts. 

This year marks the 9th Annual Governor's Youth Turkey Hunt, and the first for Governor Greitens. The Conservation Federation of Missouri, National Wild Turkey Federation, the Missouri Department of Conservation, elected officials, private landowners and other volunteers all contribute to the success of the event.

Space for the Governor's hunt is limited. Applicants must be between the ages of 11 to 15. Ideal applicants are first time hunters or those rather new to hunting. Remaining openings will be given to youth with previous hunting experience. 

For the application and more information visit here or contact John Burke at jburk@nwtf.net.  All information is  due by April 1, 2017.

Conservation Day at the Capitol
April 12, 2017
Join conservationists from across Missouri at the State Capitol on Wednesday, April 12, 2017 from 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. for a day of celebrating and supporting conservation and natural resources.

The 3rd floor rotunda will be filled with booths hosted by CFM affiliate organizations. Learn about diverse conservation organizations and how we all work together to protect and preserve our natural resources. Meet with your legislators and tell them how much conservation and natural resources matter to you.

The Morning Shag with Shags and Trevor will be broadcasting live from 6:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Conservation Federation of Missouri Convention Gun Raffle

CFM Convention Gun Raffle

Purchase your raffle tickets now to win this CZ 912. It will be engraved with both the CFM and Missouri Electric Cooperatives logos.

The CZ 912 is built with a high gloss finish and sleek look with attractive lines both on the alloy receiver and on the walnut stock. The modern-style recoil pad provides for not only a significant reduction in perceived recoil, but is snag-free as well. A long recoil spring is located in the butt of the stock, simplifying assembly and allowing it to cycle a wide variety of loads across the power spectrum in both 2 3/4" and 3".

In addition, the rearward spring design makes required cleanings less frequent and easier when they are needed. Removal of the installed magazine plug is simple, requiring only the magazine cap to be unscrewed. Without the plug it gives the upland hunter a 4+1 capacity. With superb balance and an average weight of 7.4 lbs, the 912 is well-suited to the pursuit of both birds and clays. 

Raffle Rules 
  • Ticket Pricing: 1 ticket - $10.00, 3 tickets - $20.00 or 10 tickets - $50.00
  • Winner will be drawn at the CFM Annual Convention on Saturday, March 11 (Winner need not be present to win)
  • To purchase tickets contact Laurie Coleman at the CFM office at 573-634-2322 ext. 107 or email lcoleman@confedmo.org 

 
Sign Up for Our
Interactive Advocacy Portal

The Conservation Federation of Missouri has launched an Interactive Advocacy Portal. Once signed up, the system allows residents to see who their representatives are and send already written emails directly to them at the click of a button.

 

Sign up TODAY for FREE 
Save the Date
Explore the Outdoors: Kansas City

 

CFM's regional event series returns to Kansas City on April 29. The event will be held at the Kansas City Zoo. More details to follow.