Federation Report - December 22, 2023

CFM Award Nominations and Scholarship Applications Open!

CFM is excited to accept nominations for our 2024 Conservation Awards, presented at the 2024 Convention. We are accepting nominations for 12 different categories. All nominations are due by Dec. 31. To view the full list of awards, more information, and to make a nomination, visit our website HERE.

CFM is also accepting applications for 7 different scholarships. These scholarships help fund student education, as well as conservation related school projects. The deadline to apply is Dec. 31. Visit our website HERE to see the full list of scholarships and to apply.

Help CFM Continue Our Fight to Protect Missouri's Outdoors

Several members of CFM collaborated to match donations raised during December's end-of-year fundraising campaign, up to $7,000, creating the "Community Match Fund." This initiative was designed to encourage our community of supporters to contribute generously and make a significant impact. For over 88 years, the Conservation Federation of Missouri (CFM) has led the fight to restore and conserve Missouri’s wildlife and natural resources. We have learned that when we band together, there is nothing that cannot be accomplished. Without a doubt, there will be additional challenges in 2024, CFM needs your support as we grow together. 

Ballot for CFM Board

Election is Set!

CFM is excited to announce our nominees for it's 2024 board elections. Members will be able to cast their vote in January, but in the mean time you can check out all the nominees on our website HERE. Each person has a short bio and video introducing themselves. Members will be electing one vice president, two executive committee members, one NWF Alternate Representative, and four at large-board members. Our board members are an essential part to both the present and future success of our organization.

PFQF Missouri State Habitat Meeting, Jan. 19-20

Join Pheasant Forever and Quail Forever of Missouri for their ninth Annual State Habitat Meeting on January 19th and 20th in Columbia, Missouri. There will be many different speakers, breakout sessions, networking opportunities, and more! You wont want to miss all that this event has to offer. To learn more details and register, visit PFQF's website HERE.

MRBO Host Winter Webinar Series!

Join Missouri River Bird Observatory for their Winter Learning Series every Monday, 1/8-2/25 through Zoom. This is a great opportunity to learn about a variety of different topics, including legislative advocacy, plastic waste, bird migration, and much more! Signing up is free, and you can attend as many sessions as you like. To see a full schedule of the Webinar and sign up, visit MRBO's website HERE.

Don't Miss Your Chance to Win a One-of-a Kind Shotgun and a Box of Non-toxic Ammo!

CFM and Missouri Conservation Pioneers are partnering up to raffle off a rare gun! This is a MDC 50th Anniversary Commemorative 1987 Browning 20 Gauge Pump Shotgun that has NEVER BEEN FIRED! In keeping with CFM's commitment to a no-lead game ammunition future, the winner will also receive a box of Federal lead-free, tungsten, size 5 shotgun shells. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20. Get your tickets at our website HERE. A winner will be drawn at CFM's Annual Convention in the Spring.

Missouri Grasslands Summit:

Save the Date!

CFM is partnering with MDC and NRCS to bring you the Missouri Grasslands Summit, a three day event dedicated to sharing knowledge and collaborating on grasslands management within the state. The Summit will be held April 9-11, 2024 at the Capitol Plaza Hotel in Jefferson City, MO. Stay tuned for more information on the agenda and registration. Interested in sponsoring the event? Visit our website HERE to view the sponsorship options.

CFM Store Restocked!

Our online store is full of all your favorite merchandise, including our new Voice of Missouri Outdoors shirts! We also have hats, Charles Schwartz prints, drinkware, 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 ®

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CFM Platinum Sponsors

Thank you to the dedicated partnership from our platinum sponsors!