The Federation Report
January 12, 2018

In This Issue
Legislative Report:

The legislature is back in session. CFM is watching the following bills:

These are not all the bills 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. Please note, we are currently in the process of updating the content in the LAC. More information will be added soon. 

From Our Blog:

Ice Fishing Heats Up in Chilly Temperatures
Ice fishing is a fun and productive way to catch fish in cold weather (Photo: Bill Konway)

As we begin the New Year, sub-zero temperatures have blanketed much of Missouri. This arctic blast has been cold enough to keep most people indoors, but those brave souls with the desire to catch some winter fish, have an opportunity to pull some slabs through the ice. 

Job Opening:
Membership Development Coordinator

CFM is in search of a qualified individual to serve as Membership Development Coordinator.  Learn more at HERE .

NWF Ranger Rick 
Magazines for Kids
Support the Conservation Federation of Missouri by subscribing to the Ranger Rick Family of magazines. Give your young adventurer the perfect reading material for bedtime reading. 

Learn more at www.nwf.org/cfmkidsgift.

CFM Platinum Business Alliance
Members

Thank you to our platinum sponsors.

CFM Annual Convention
March 9-11, 2018

Bob and Barb Kipfer were our 2016 Conservationists of the Year

It is that time again. Please make plans to join us March 9-11, 2018 at our 82nd CFM Annual Convention in Jefferson City at the Capitol Plaza Hotel. 
 
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 our famous auction.
 
So, mark your calendar, and plan to join us as we celebrate conservation at our annual convention. 
 

Conservation  Scholarships 
Deadline January 31, 2018



The Conservation Federation of Missouri and the Conservation Foundation of Missouri Charitable Trust have numerous scholarships available to high school, undergraduate and graduate students interested in pursuing a degree in conservation. Share with a student you know today!

Charles P. Bell Scholarships:  Named for Charles P. Bell, a past president of the CFM, whose family provided major funding for this program. Eight scholarships awards each year: one graduate level in the amount of $600, one undergraduate level in the amount of $500 and six elementary, high school or youth group in the amount of $250.

Judd Kirkham Scholarship:  $1,000 scholarship awarded to  an upperclassman or graduate student who is currently a member of CFM (or whose family is a member) and is studying big game.

Ed Stegner Scholarship:  Funding for these scholarships was provided by Ed Stegner, previous CFM Executive Director. These scholarships are a joint venture with the following professional societies: Missouri Chapter of the Wildlife Society, Missouri Chapter of the American Fisheries Society, Missouri Society of American Foresters, Missouri Parks and Recreation Association and the Missouri Show-me Chapter Soil and Water Conservation Society. Each scholarship is $1,000.

Carl Morrow Graduate Scholarship:  These scholarships are a joint venture with the following professional societies: Missouri Chapter of the Wildlife Society, Missouri Chapter of the American Fisheries Society, Missouri Society of American Foresters, Missouri Parks and Recreation Association and the Missouri Show-me Chapter Soil and Water Conservation Society. Each scholarship is $1,000.

Minority Natural Resource Scholarship:  Provided to a minority student who is interested in a career in natural resource management, specifically in the fields of fisheries, wildlife, forestry, parks and recreation and soil and water conservation. This scholarship is $1,000.

Scholarship applications and more information can be found  HERE.

Sign up for our 
Interactive Advocacy Portal


If you haven't done so already, sign up for our Legislative Action Center. This interactive advocacy portal allows you to see what bills we are watching that affect conservation and our natural resources.  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.