Federation Report - April 15, 2022
April is Missouri Outdoors Month!

Join the Conservation Federation of Missouri and the Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation in celebrating Missouri's outdoors this month! Missouri has so much to offer its citizens and people from around the world. How will you celebrate this month? Be sure to tag @confedmo and @missouriconservationheritage in your social media posts this month for a like and a share. We appreciate all you to do to protect our natural resources in Missouri!
Conservation Leadership Corps
Accepting Applications

The Conservation Leadership Corps (CLC) is accepting applications for new members for the 2022-2023 school year, now through the end of the month! CFM is seeking highly-motivated young people with an interest in the outdoors. We're accepting applications from current high school sophomores through college sophomores. Students do NOT have to be pursuing a degree in conservation to apply, but simply need to have an interest in conservation and natural resources. Apply and learn more at the button below.
Springfield Banquet Series
Register Now!

May 12th, 2022

We are proud to announce we will be bringing back the CFM Banquet Series to Springfield this year! Register online now for this event. There will be time to network with one another, share a meal together, and enjoy a fun evening of live and silent auctions and raffles. You won't want to miss it!
Pull for Conservation: Northwest

Thank you to everyone who came out to support the Conservation Federation of Missouri's 7th Annual NW Pull for Conservation in partnership with our title sponsor, the NW Electric Power Cooperative at Boot Hill Shooting Ground in Hamilton. Prizes were awarded for Lewis Classes and are available on the CFM website at the button below. Lunch was provided by the NW Electric Power Cooperative.
Governor's Youth Turkey Hunt

The 13th Annual Governor's Youth Turkey Hunt was a huge success! This event is a partnership between CFM and the National Wild Turkey Federation. Youth hunters gathered for a day at the range with the Department of Conservation for shooting and safety instruction, then had a dinner reception at the Governor's Mansion with Lieutenant Governor Mike Kehoe and Mrs. Claudia Kehoe in attendance. The youth then dispersed across the state to hunt with guides and generous landowners. Thank you to all who were involved in this event!
Missouri Monarch Raffle

Take a chance to win a piece of history. The Missouri Monarch bronze statue was created by Glenn Chambers in 2012 of the world record non-typical white-tailed deer. The Missouri Monarch buck was found dead near St. Louis in 1981. The winning ticket will be drawn on May 12, 2022 at the CFM Springfield banquet. Tickets are $20 each or $50 for three and can be purchased in the CFM store at the button below.
Legislative Update

Thank you to everyone that responded to the action alert regarding the Rock Island Trail and Eleven Point State Park. Last week, the House wrapped up its work on the FY23 budget, passing 15 budget bills, and sending them to the Senate. The deadline to pass the FY23 budget is May 6th. Stay tuned for more information on this and other bills we are watching by clicking the button below.
Business Partner Spotlight:
Missouri Wildflowers Nursery

Now is the time to plant! Mervin Wallace founded Missouri Wildflowers Nursery in 1984 with the idea of growing and selling native plants and seeds. Mr. Wallace knew from the age of 10 that he had a passion for plants. After college, he got to be much more acquainted with native species through his search for Missouri's 36 species of native orchids. With very few exceptions, Missouri is the genetic origin of all of their plants which has contributed largely to the Nursery's success. View their plants online or visit the nursery in-person just south of Jefferson City.
Conservation Day at the Capitol 2022

Thank you to everyone from across Missouri who came together at the Capitol to promote and support our natural resources and outdoor heritage. Citizens and legislators alike toured our affiliate's booths to learn about the diverse outdoor passions of Missourians. We also recognized our Legislators of the Year for their work protecting our outdoors during legislative session.

The Morning Shag with Shags and Trevor of KCMQ 96.7 Columbia broadcasted live from the event. Recordings are available at the button below.
Missouri BASS Tournament

Thank you to Missouri BASS Nation! 35 boats registered for their 33rd Annual Spring Fling. A total of $945 was raised and donated to the Conservation Federation of Missouri. Thank you for your support and we appreciate your continued commitment to conservation in our great state.
CLC Prairie Fork Workday

Members of the Conservation Leadership Corps were busy this past weekend working at Prairie Fork Conservation Area. CLC has a long-standing partnership with Prairie Fork and annually maintains the outdoor classroom they helped build several years ago. Amber Edwards who manages the educational area is an active member of CFM and serves on several committees including the Youth Conservation Action committee. Special thanks to Amber for her leadership and commitment to guiding our CLC students.
Della Mae Jones - A Savior of the Hills

This is a collection of short stories about a Shannon County, Missouri hill woman and the many lives she touched during the Great Depression and the wars that followed as seen through the eyes of her young grandson, Jerry, who loved her dearly.

About the author: Jerry Presley was born in December 1930 in St. Louis, Missouri. At the age of six months, he went to live with his grandmother, Della Jones, on the family farm near Low Wassie, Missouri. It was there that Jerry learned about nature, hard work, family, and friendships.

The Conservation Federation of Missouri would like to thank Mr. Presley for donating a portion of the proceeds from this book to support our mission.
The CFM Store is Back!

Check here for restocked CFM merch on the newly remodeled CFM Store. We have hats, t-shirts, Charles Schwartz prints, and so much more. Represent the Conservation Federation of Missouri with some new gear!
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.
National Wildlife Federation
Certified Wildlife Habitat ®

Recognize your commitment to wildlife and certify your yard, balcony container garden, schoolyard, work landscape, or roadside green space into a Certified Wildlife Habitat®.
CFM Platinum Sponsors

Thank you to the dedicated partnership from our platinum sponsors!