Federation Report - July 9, 2021
CFM Virtual Event Fundraiser

Join CFM for their annual virtual event and fundraiser on Thursday evening, July 22nd from 6-7 p.m. Special guests will include Missouri State Parks Director, Mike Sutherland and Laura Conlee, Furbearer and Black Bear Biologist with the Missouri Department of Conservation.

Hosting the event will be Nathan “Shags” McLeod from 96.7 The Morning Shag and CFM Executive Director Tyler Schwartze. A silent auction will close during the event, so don’t miss out on some great trips and items!
CFM Photo Contest - Now Open

Since its inception in 1935, the Conservation Federation of Missouri has been proud to showcase our state’s rich outdoor heritage and its diverse wildlife, plants, and habitats. This year we are hosting a photo contest to share our member’s artistic observations. We will have several categories for photographs and instructions and guidelines for submissions. Honors will be given for first place in each category and first, second, and third place overall. Many submissions will appear in our web and print media. Photos will be judged on creativity, impact, content, and visual quality by you the voters. We hope you will join us and enjoy photography of our great Missouri outdoors.
85th Anniversary Shotgun

Get yours reserved today!

Celebrate the Conservation Federation’s 85th Anniversary by purchasing a piece of history with this 12 ga. shotgun. This beautifully engraved CZ-USA Model 1012 Shotgun displays both the CFM 85th Anniversary logo and the CFM Seal, in your choice of bronze or OD green Cerakote finish.

You may reserve yours today by going online at confedmo.org/buyitnow or call (573) 634-2322. Please allow 12 weeks for shipment, once the order is placed. Orders will be placed every 6 weeks. Shotguns will be shipped to an FFL dealer of your choosing in MO. Local FFL transfer fee may apply.
2021 Notecard Fundraiser

All current members of the Conservation Federation of Missouri have received a packet containing the 2021 notecard series: Missouri Outdoors. These notecards offer a perfect way to share a little piece of Missouri with your family and friends.

This series of exclusive CFM notecards feature Missouri outdoor photographs by the extremely talented photographer Kent Campbell. Sending someone special in your life one of Kent’s beautiful photos on our notecards is a great way to brighten their day, while also helping spread the message of the Conservation Federation of Missouri.
Board & Officer Nominations

The Nominating Committee is seeking nominations for the following positions for the 2022 election. The nomination deadline is August 7, 2021. CFM leadership recognizes that the future is YOU and Missouri conservation needs your time and talent to remain strong and become stronger. Whether in leadership, finance, natural resource management, wildlife management, or other areas, your experience and input as a member of the Board helps keep CFM going.

Answer the call to help fulfill the mission of the Conservation Federation of Missouri. Eighty-five years is a long time, and we hope to be around for many more years to come. Consider what a difference you could make—answer the call of the wild!
June's Pollinator Web Series

The Pollinator Web Series videos have all been uploaded to the CFM YouTube channel! If you would like to watch them, please click the button below.

Thank you to everyone who attended the series! We had a lot of great speakers from CFM's partner organizations and lots of great questions were answered. We look forward to seeing more pollinator habitat in Missouri!
Pull For Conservation: Central
Register Online!

Registration is now open for the 15th Annual Conservation Federation Sporting Clays Classic! We will be returning to Prairie Grove Shotgun Sports in Columbia on August 14th. Please join us and invite your friends. This is a great opportunity to introduce someone new to CFM.

Thank you to our title sponsors, Central Electric Power Cooperative and Bass Pro Shops of Columbia!

Is sporting clays not for you? We're also looking for volunteers! Simply reply to this email and let us know you're interested.
Business Partner Spotlight:
Pure Air Natives

Pure Air Natives has been supplying Missouri and adjacent states with high-quality native seed and plant material for more than 25 years. Their team has worked with farmers, recreational landowners, developers, architects, engineers, landscape architects, owners, and enthusiasts on projects across the Midwest.

They provide the finest material utilized for ecological restoration, habitat creation and preservation efforts. Their team provides valuable product knowledge and implementation tips. All their seed mixes are sold on a Pure Live Seed (PLS) basis to ensure our customers receive a benchmarked, third-party tested product. Pure Air Natives sells only high-quality seed that will germinate.
CFM Library
Seasons - Stories of Family,
God and the Great Outdoors

“Larry’s devotion to God, his family, and the outdoors in SEASONS jumps off the pages and into your heart. He is a passionate, dedicated, and knowledgeable outdoorsman, and makes you feel like you are right beside him on his adventures. The journeys he takes you on will make you laugh, cry, and deepen your appreciation for the outdoors. This world needs more humans like Larry Whiteley, and SEASONS needs to be read by the world.” – Tyler Schwartze, Executive Director, CFM

Mr. Whiteley has decided to donate the proceeds of this book to the Conservation Federation of Missouri!

"Seasons," is available on Amazon Kindle e-reader and available NOW in paperback at amazon.com and other online retailers.
Ozark Outdoors

Purchase this book by Dr. Mark Morgan, and 50% of the proceeds will be donated to the Conservation Leadership Corps (CLC)!

Hunting and fishing are engrained in American culture. However, the true value of outdoor sports is far greater than retail sales, annual licenses and permits, or the number of participants. It's about the experience. Folklore is a powerful way to stabilize cultural practices and traditions. Conversations could begin at home, the workplace, or in the classroom, so start one today!

The book is available online in the CFM Store!
If you witness or suspect a wildlife violation, report it to your local conservation agent or call the toll-free number 1-800-392-1111. You may remain anonymous and you may ask to be considered for a reward if you wish.
CFM Buffs are now available!

For the person that enjoys any outdoor activity, this wicking microfiber accessory has infinite uses for versatile coverage. Check out our spring gear at the CFM Store.
CFM Platinum Sponsors

Thank you to the dedicated partnership from our platinum sponsors!
National Wildlife Federation
Certified Wildlife Habitat ®

Garden For Wildlife Month Certification and Sign Discount! Receive 20% off your total when you certify and purchase any Certified Wildlife Habitat sign. This is a limited-time offer available online only May 1 - June 30. Certify at the link below and enter promo code GARDEN21 at check out.