The Federation Report
May 19, 2017

In This Issue
Legislative Report:

The 2017 Legislative Session 
has ended.
Once again, CFM worked hard in the Capitol on behalf of conservationists across Missouri to protect and promote our natural resources this session. 

Click here to visit our Legislative Action Center and see which bills we followed this session.
From Our Blog:
 
Ozarks fish and wildlife will bounce back from record floods


Across the Missouri Ozarks, and now creeping into suburban St. Louis, record floods have decimated homes and businesses. Small mountain towns like Van Buren, Doniphan, Eminence and others are facing a long road to recovery after a natural disaster of this magnitude. Of course our hearts and minds are first with the victims and the communities so dramatically affected, but those of us who frequent the Ozarks often to enjoy bountiful outdoor opportunities have to wonder what this devastating flood means for fish and wildlife?

Much of southeastern Missouri consists of a wildlife rich landscape with crystal clear rivers and streams coursing through a vast canopy of forest. Under normal conditions these Ozarks waterways, like the Current, Jacks Fork, ElevenPoint, North Fork, Black.....


Forest Releaf
 
Concert in the Trees featuring Rogers & Nienhaus


Forest ReLeaf of Missouri is excited to host their first ever Concert in the Trees in Creve Coeur Park. Visit moreleaf.org for more information. 
Don't miss the 2nd Annual 
Pull for Conservation:  St. Joseph

The 2nd Annual Pull for Conservation: St. Joseph will be held tomorrow, May 20th at Geiger Shooting Range. This event is presented by Northwest Missouri's Electric Cooperatives. Registration includes lunch for participants and prizes will be awarded to the top shooters. Click  here  for more information.
Inaugural Event
Explore the Outdoors: Springfield
June 17, 2017



Our inaugural Explore the Outdoors: Springfield will be held on June 17 at the White River Conference Center in Springfield, MO. Take a private tour and see the new Wonders of Wildlife Museum before it opens to the public. Click here to register or learn more about the event. There are limited seats available so register today!
Have you listened to the Conservation Federation Podcast?
Episode 5: Chris Kossmeyer and Steve Jones
Chris Kossmeyer (far left) and Steve Jones (middle) attend Conservation Day at the Capitol and pose with the Bald Eagle.
 
In Episode 5 of our podcast Conservation Federation, Brandon Butler interviews Chris Kossmeyer and Steve Jones.  In this episode, Chris, Steve and Brandon talk about Missouri Hunters For Fair Chase. Learn more about this new organization formed to protect the wild deer of Missouri.

Holy Trinity of  Conservation

Holy Trinity of Conservation
Holy Trinity of Conservation

 Get your tickets now for the Holy Trinity of Conservation event being held on June 2nd and 3rd. Spend a day interacting with three of America's most influential conservationists. To register or learn more about this event click here.