Federation Report - May 13, 2022
Get Outside Web Series II
Consumptive Fishing

CFM's Young Professionals are inviting you to attend the second installment of the Get Outside Web Series. This next webinar will feature Gilbert Randolph giving us an overview of Consumptive Fishing. Gilbert is a member of CFM and regular contributor to the CFM magazine and blog, sharing his passion for the outdoors and cooking what he harvests. Join us on Tuesday evening from 6-7pm on May 18th. Registration is free and open to the public and is available at the button below.
Springfield Banquet
Thank You!

Thank you to all who attended the CFM Banquet Series in Springfield last night! It was wonderful to see so many new faces joining us and to share a meal and a fun evening. We would like to send a special thank you to our main sponsor, Bass Pro Shops as well as our business partners and affiliates that were in attendance and hosted information booths. After three years of waiting, it was great to finally gather in-person in Springfield! We hope to see you all again very soon.
Bear and Elk Applications Open

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) encourages Missouri hunters to apply for elk-hunting and bear-hunting permits in May. MDC will offer five permits to hunt bull elk in Missouri this fall with at least one permit allocated for qualifying area landowners and the remaining permits for the general public. MDC will also offer 400 permits for the taking of a maximum of 40 black bears during the Missouri black-bear hunting season this fall. At least 10 percent of black bear permits will be allocated to qualifying area landowners.
Legislative Session Ends Today

Today at 6:00 p.m. marks the final day of the legislative session! A huge thank you goes out to everyone that engaged in the process this session to help defeat detrimental conservation and natural resource bills. Last Tuesday, CFM worked closely with the Committee Chair to draft a Senate Committee Substitute to remove the language from the bill that could have required the state to sell the Eleven-Point State Park. Also last week, the Missouri Legislature passed a $49 billion state budget. You can view all the bills and where their status at the LAC button below.
Business Partner Spotlight:
Public House Brewing Company

What started as a burning desire to brew classic world beer styles in a garage, became an obsession to consistently craft flawless interpretations of modern beer to share with everyone else. That obsession—intertwined with deeply intellectual curiosity—compelled them to think bigger in every facet of what they were doing. They started Public House Brewing Company with only what they needed to make the best craft beer in Missouri — no more, no less.

If you've attended a CFM in-person event, you've likely had the opportunity to sample a beer from Public House. This company has dedicated itself to sustainable practices within the workplace. Learn more at their website.
Vote for Wonders of Wildlife

In a world increasingly disconnected from the great outdoors, it’s more important than ever for people of all ages to connect with nature. Help further this mission by voting Wonders of Wildlife as America’s Best Aquarium, daily through May 24.
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!