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CFM's 85th Annual Convention
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he Conservation Federation of Missouri (CFM) would like to thank everyone who made the 85th Annual Convention a huge success. Things might have looked a little different this year with the virtual platform but our attendees enjoyed themselves at our week-long event. This year, attendees had the opportunity to attend all ten of the Natural Resource Breakout sessions. From these sessions, there were 11 Resolutions passed from the hard work of the Resource Advisory Committees, the Resolution Committee, and the General Assembly. Everyone’s input is greatly appreciated during this very important process. CLC students gathered virtually and continued their education of conservation in many various aspects for becoming the next generation of leaders. We would like to extend our sincere appreciation to all of our sponsors for their financial support. Those included: Bass Pro Shops, Conservation Foundation of Missouri Charitable Trust, Ozark Bait and Tackle, and the National Wildlife Federation. Thanks to those who attended to share in the fun and business of CFM again this year. We really appreciate your continued support of our organization.
Conservation Achievement Awards The Conservation Federation of Missouri is pleased to announce the recipients of our Conservation Achievement Awards for 2020. These winners are Missourians who exemplify all that CFM stands for and have bettered Missouri's outdoors through personal efforts throughout 2020 and their lives. Congratulations to our award winners who will be recognized at the CFM Annual Convention next week.
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Outstanding Lifetime Achievement - Bob Todd Bob Todd has been the embodiment of, “The Voice for Missouri Outdoors.” In 1973, he established the River Hills Traveler outdoor journal. He would serve as editor and publisher for over 40 years. He and his wife, Pat, nurtured and grew the business, expressing their fierce allegiance to their special place in the world, Southeast Missouri. From showcasing the beauty of the region’s unique geology to addressing environmental issues, Bob Todd and the River Hills Traveler became the goto reference for outdoor information. In his many writings, Bob Todd has been one of Missouri’s strongest voices in support of conservation. Sharing our outdoor story has been his lifetime achievement. Conservation Communicator of the Year - Tyler Dykes Tyler Dykes is a father and an eighth-grade science teacher in Blue Springs. He is also the Show Me Fly Guy. While navigating all the responsibilities of life, work, and family, Tyler still finds time to compose and share content across his many media channels. He is an innovator in conservation communications and is on the leading edge of the next wave of outdoor communicators. With enthusiasm that spills over into everyone he meets; he is dedicated to the cause of conservation and is exceptionally passionate about sharing his love for fly fishing. In today’s age of COVID and virtual living, Tyler is excelling, engaging new audiences, and exposing new people to the great outdoors.
