The Federation Report
March 27, 2015

 
In This Issue
Legislative Report
 
The following bills are threats to conservation:
 
Trout Fest
June 6-7, 2015
Join CFM at Bennett Springs State Park during free fishing weekend (June 6 and 7) to catch some fish while celebrating conservation in Missouri. 

Bennett Spring is one of the most popular State Parks in Missouri, with visitors coming from all across the Midwest each year to fish, camp, picnic and more. The spring from which the park derives its name is the third largest in the state, producing an average of 100,000,000 gallons of water a day that pour into the Niangua River. This makes for prime trout fishing habitat and opportunity.
 
Trout Fest is going to be all about family fun centered around fishing.

We hope to see you at Bennett Springs for Trout Fest this June.
From Our Blog:
 
Missouri State Parks Second to None

Bennett Spring was the first Missouri state park I ever visited. As I rolled down the long and winding hill that leads into the lush valley below with its mesmerizing spring creek, I began looking for a place to pay my entrance fee. After driving in circles for over 10 minutes, I finally gave up and went inside the park store to ask for help.

 

"You don't have to pay to enter Missouri State Parks," a sweet, grey-haired old lady explained to me.

 

Confused by this statement, I said, "But I don't have an annual pass or anything."

 

She explained further, "Missouri State Parks are open for everyone to enjoy. You have to pay to camp and fish here, but other than that, there is no fee to enter."

 

I was stunned. Coming from Indiana, a state with beautiful state parks of its own, I was used to having to pay an entrance fee or purchase an annual pass. The concept of free state parks was something I had never considered...
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Conservation Day at the Capitol
April 2, 2015

 

 

Join CFM for the inaugural Conservation Day at the Capitol  on April 2, 2015.

 

This event has been designed to bring conservationists from across Missouri to the Capitol for a day of promoting and supporting our natural resources and outdoor heritage.

 

The entire 3rd floor Rotunda will be filled with booths hosted by conservation organizations. These include:

  • Hunting Works for Missouri
  • Katy Land Trust
  • Missouri Bird Conservation Initiative
  • Missouri Chapter of the Wildlife Society
  • Missouri Coalition for the Environment
  • Missouri Collegiate Conservation Alliance 
  • Missouri Delta Waterfowl
  • Missouri Ducks Unlimited
  • Missouri National Wild Turkey Federation
  • Missouri Outdoor Communicators
  • Missouri Park and Recreation Association
  • Missouri Parks Association
  • Missouri Prairie Foundation
  • Missouri River Bird Observatory
  • Missouri Smallmouth Alliance
  • Missouri Trappers Association
  • Missouri Whitetails Unlimited
  • Ozark Regional Land Trust
  • Quail and Upland Wildlife Federation
  • Quail Forever and Pheasants Forever
  • Quality Deer Management Association
  • Renew Missouri
  • Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation
  • Stream Teams 

Radio shows broadcasting live include:

The Morning Shag with Shags and Trevor (KCMQ 96.7) from 6 a.m. until 10 a.m. 

The Outdoor Guys Radio Show from 4 p.m. until 5 p.m.

 

This event is for educational and informative purposes. We hope citizens and legislators tour the affiliate booths to learn about the diverse outdoor passions of Missourians. Citizens may meet with their legislators and thank them for protecting conservation in Missouri.

 

College students from the Missouri Collegiate Conservation Alliance (MCCA) are working hard to ensure a large student presence for the event. Over 200 students will be joining us from the University of Missouri alone. MCCA is organizing buses, to transport hundreds of students to the Capitol from numerous schools across the state. Contact us to organize a bus from your campus.

 

For more information, visit the event page here.  
  

Contact: Emma Kessinger, 573-634-2322, ekessinger@confedmo.org.  
Explore the Outdoors
May 9, 2015

 

Kansas City is the first stop of CFM's series of regional events in 2015. The event familiarizes Kansas City residents with the outdoor opportunities in their area while they learn more about the Conservation Federation of Missouri. Attendees will enjoy auctions and a banquet in the evening. Everyone is invited!

 

The cost for individuals to attend includes a one-year membership to CFM. Spouses and children have a discounted family rate. Children ages six and under attend for free.

 

There are sponsorship opportunities for businesses. Sponsors receive ten tickets and an Iron Business Alliance Membership with their purchase.

 

For more information, please contact Rehan Nana at RNana@confedmo.org or 573-634-2322.
New Interactive Advocacy Portal
Has Been Launched

The Conservation Federation of Missouri has launched a new Interactive Advocacy Portal. Once signed up, the system will allow residents to see who their representatives are and send already written emails directly to them with the click of a button.

 

Conservation in Missouri is experiencing attacks like never before. Legislative bills are threatening our successful Department of Conservation by eliminating funding sources and altering conservation authority. This new advocacy portal allows Missourians to have a greater voice in these policy issues that affect conservation and our precious natural resources.By working together, our voices will be heard by decision makers before they act on your behalf.

 

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