Federation Report - April 16, 2021
Conservation Day on the Radio

Conservation Day was a big success! CFM Board Member Nathan "Shags" McLeod and co-host Trevor Morgan hosted the show on Central Missouri's 96.7 KCMQ. The show was recorded as a podcast and is now available at the link below.

A big thank you to our affiliate representatives from the National Wild Turkey Federation, Ducks Unlimited, United Bowhunters of Missouri, Stream Teams United, Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation, Missouri Parks & Recreation Association, Pheasants Forever & Quail Forever, and the Missouri River Bird Observatory.
**Pull for Conservation: Northwest**
Tomorrow, April 17th!

Online registration has closed, but in-person registration will be available for the Northwest Pull for Conservation. Join us tomorrow, Saturday, April 17th at Boot Hill Shooting Ground LLC in Hamilton. Directions to the range: drive 4 miles north of Hamilton on Hwy 13, then turn right on FF, and go ½ mile on 230th Street. Turn at NE corner of the intersection. Look for a blue and white building.

33482 230th St.
Hamilton, MO

Registration will include a 1-year CFM membership and lunch will be provided by the Northwest MO Electric Power Cooperative.
Accepting Applicants for the
Conservation Leadership Corps

We are now accepting applications for our premier student program, the Conservation Leadership Corps (CLC). The CLC mission is to engage youth in sustaining conservation of our natural resources and to develop the next generation of conservation leaders. CLC is a great opportunity for high school and college students interested in conservation and other closely related fields to network with resource professionals across the state. Learn more about CLC at www.confedmo.org/clc or contact Colton Zirkle, Education and Communications Coordinator, at czirkle@confedmo.org. The deadline to apply is May 15th.
85th Anniversary Shotgun

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.
Spring Turkey Season

April 19 - May 9: Spring Turkey Season

Springtime in Missouri is marked by morels, crappie, and gobbling turkeys. Please follow all regulations. Learn more and purchase your permits at MDC's one-stop turkey shop at the button below.
Business Partner Spotlight:
Hodgdon Powder Company, Inc

"Our mission is to provide quality propellants, other products, and services to sportsmen, governing units, and other businesses in a manner which enhances the quality of life for our stockholders, employees, customers, associates, and suppliers. In doing so, we will deal with integrity and honesty, reflecting that people are more important than dollars and that our purpose is to bring credit to our Lord Jesus Christ."

For technical, product, or reloading information, please visit their Reloading Data Center at www.hodgdonreloading.com or at www.hodgdon.com, email them at help@hodgdon.com or call at 913-362-4955.
Jerry Wade Youth Habitat and Education Program Grants

The Missouri Bird Conservation Initiative provides grants to promote bird habitat conservation projects that provide an educational component for youth. These grants may be awarded to private and public organizations, or to individuals who partner with organizations. Eligible activities include projects that protect, enhance or restore bird habitats on any lands in Missouri. All projects should be habitat-based and include a specific educational component for youth
Legislative Update

Last week, outdoors-minded legislators of the Missouri Sportsmen's Caucus joined MDC and CFM employees for an enjoyable afternoon at the range. Get outside and be a voice for Missouri's outdoors!

Missouri's 2021 Legislative Session will wrap up on May 14th. To view the bills we are following or to take action to halt the sale of the Eleven Point State Park, click the button below.
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.
Get outside with the CFM Store!

Look good while you're out on the water in a CFM Columbia fishing shirt! Spread the word about CFM at the boat ramp. 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 ®

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