Vol71 no3 2010 by Conservation Federation

MISSOURI

Wildlife MAY 2010 VOL. 71, NO. 3

74th CFM Annual Convention Missed the event? Want a recap? More photos, information inside!

MISSOURI

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Inside This Issue:

May 2010 Vol. 71, No. 3

FEATURED ARTICLES Connecting Kids With Nature ..............................................................4 CFM Debates Issues ..........................................................................13 CFM Convention 2010—Now That’s Social Networking! ................16 A “Real” Fish Story ................................................................18 2010 Governor’s Youth Turkey Hunt—What A Blast! ......................20 Esteemed CFM Conservation Awards Presented ..........................24 2010 Fall Conference At Lake Ozark State Park ............................30

NEWS, UPDATES AND COLUMNS View From The Stone House ..............................................................................2

OFFICERS Mike Schallon President Duane Addleman 1st Vice President Richard Ash 2nd Vice President Sara Parker Pauley Secretary Randy Washburn Treasurer

STAFF Dave Murphy Executive Director/ Editor Matt Gaunt Director of Development Amy Buechler Teaming With Wildlife Coordinator Micaela Office Manager Haymaker Laurie Coleman Membership Associate/ Managing Editor Lynne J. Lampe Design & Production

President’s Message ............................................................................................3 Development News 75th Anniversary Mini-Grants Are A Perfect Celebration................................5 Thank You, New Business Alliance Members ................................................11 Teaming With Wildlife Teaming With Wildlife Fly-In Days..................................................................6 Calendar ..................................................................................................................8 News & Issues ........................................................................................................9 Mailbag ..................................................................................................................11 Agency News CWD Testing Shows No Cases In Free-Ranging Deer....................................12 Member Information Honorariums And Memorials ........................................................................10 Business Alliance Members ............................................................................11 Conservationists For Life ................................................................................19 List Of Affiliates ..............................................................................................30 New Members ................................................................................................32

Missouri Wildlife is the official publication of the Conservation Federation of Missouri, Af filiate of the N ational Wildlife Federation. ISSN 1082-8591

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VIEW FROM THE STONE HOUSE

No Silence This Spring

ur ship has arrived. With each springtime a renewal of the landscape comes, engulfs us and overtakes us at a pace always beyond my imagination. Flowers explode from the soil, the indescribable emerald canvas of new grass brightens, pollen (especially apparent to some of us) from the proliferation of hopeful acorns fills the skies,the showiest of our flowering trees seem to compete for primacy of beauty. Many of us thrill at the pervasive song and annual peak in prominence of birds. Ours is a healthy land. In every county of Missouri one may walk through public lands abounding with natural things. Nearly everywhere one may also drift along or wade in a beautiful, healthy stream. This is an incredible legacy from those who have gone before us, the stewardship of which we are privileged to provide for on behalf of those yet to come. Thank you for your consistent, sustained commitment. Just as there are obvious challenges we must face today and in the future, there are also incredible blessings of achievement. We are blessed both

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If a child is to keep alive his inborn sense of wonder, he needs the companionship of at least one adult who can share it, rediscovering with him the joy, excitement and mystery of the world he lives in. —Rachel Carson, 1962, Silent Spring

with great possibilities and with legions of us capable of bringing them to reality. For the moment, I believe our Missouri legacy is secure. This security, of course, is always a symbolic house of cards. Nothing is static. Nothing eternally stays the same. We will always be required to comprehend, consider, adapt to and perform within a dynamic, changing world. We Missourians have long, perhaps because we live right in the middle of this great land, demonstrated a particular adeptness at balancing the needs of wild things and places with those of our ever growing society. This splendid Missouri system can seem as complex as it is effective. It always amazes me that it requires so much explanation to the outsider or

uninformed. And yet I am greatly encouraged by the fact that each time I pull my end of the rope and provide the clear and full explanation of things as they are that a serious inquiry deserves, Missourians always step forward. Stubborn Missouri Mules indeed! No one can make us do anything for long, but we are always willing to pull hard for things we understand and believe in. So where to start? With the very young. We on the downhill side of our physical zenith (and hopefully yet approaching that of our wisdom) must fulfill our singular responsibility if all we have restored and conserved is to endure. We (you and I as individuals, CFM as an organization and Mis-

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sourians as a people) must prepare those who will follow us. In these pages, especially in this issue, you will find many evidences of our efforts to fulfill this responsibility. May each of us continue always to invest our very best in the next generation, in good faith that this will be enough to face whatever challenges the future may hold. For as Rachel Carson also wrote in Silent Spring “Those who dwell among the beauties and mysteries of the earth are never alone or weary of life.” This I know to be true. This I am sure yields solace for every person young in body or spirit. Dave Murphy, Executive Director, CFM

Beautiful CFM Notecards Four fantastic images of Missouri wildlife b y renowned photographer Jim Rathert. 12 cards are only $10. To purchase,call (800) 575-2322 or go to www.confedmo.org. 2

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Hello CFM Members!

ecently I had the opportunity to speak to a Missouri Senate panel on the merits of leaving MDC and DNR as separate branches of state government. Their missions are very different and so are their funding sources. The Missouri Senate is currently looking for ways to reduce state expenses, such as consolidating government agencies as our state continues its march through some pretty tough economic times. Being the president of any organization during times of economic downturn has its challenges. CFM’s general membership has slowly declined while our affiliate membership continues to grow rapidly. The economics of this kind of growth creates monetary uncertainties. CFM, like

other organizations that depend upon memberships to support their programs, relies on general membership dues which in our case is $25 per general membership. Remember the old saying “when the going gets tough the tough get going?” Well, CFM members, it’s time to get going! The monetary need for var-

ious efforts that we support as an organization need not suffer if we believe they are important. So let me ask you about the importance of these programs: Share the Harvest, Archery in Schools, Grants for various conservation organizations affiliated with CFM, Scholarships for college students enrolled in conservation career programs, Operation Game Thief, Operation Forest Arson, Conservation Leadership Corp (CLC.) What are our shared priorities and passions? I am reminded of one of my best friends. He, like me, taught high school for many years before retiring. He would ask all of his students one important question. “DO YOU CARE?” I have a simple solution to

CFM’s economic dilemma. If you care, and I know you do! find just one person, a friend, family member, colleague at work or business associate who appreciates what CFM stands for and has been doing for 75 years now, and convince them to join our organization. The result of your effort would double our general membership! As our Executive Director Dave Murphy has said many times, it’s all about M&Ms, members and money. We need both and we need them now. Please think about my first request as your new CFM President. We will sink or swim together. Summer’s coming, let’s go swimming! Yours in Conservation, Mike

Meet The New CFM Officers Bill Bryan, Director Division of State Parks, swears in CFM’s new officers at the Convention. From left to right: Richard Ash, Jr., 2nd Vice President; Duane Addleman, 1st Vice President; Sara Pauley, Secretary; Mike Schallon, President; and Randy Washburn, Treasurer. MISSOURI WILDLIFE

Connecting Kids With Nature

• The average kid spends 7 hours a day plugged into electronic media and only 7 minutes a day outside. • Children who play outside are more physically active, more creative in their play, less aggressive and show better concentration.

hese are just a few of the facts presented to us during our April 10 “Be Out There” Summit at the Runge Conservation Nature Center in Jefferson City. Twenty-five people ranging from teachers to Parks and Recreation Directors to sportsmen participated in this event to ramp up support for getting kids outside. The core of the event involved participation in a live webcast from the National Wildlife Federation’s annual convention in Houston, Texas. We listened to live and pre-recorded speeches from a number of officials including the governors of Maryland, Kansas and Missouri. We were especially pleased that Missouri Governor Jay Nixon and First Lady Georganne Wheeler Nixon participated in this event to highlight the recent Children in Nature Challenge Executive Order 4

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signed by Governor Nixon at the CFM Annual Convention in February. The Children in Nature Challenge Executive Order challenges Missouri communities to take action to enhance children’s education about nature, and to increase children’s opportunities to personally experience nature and the outdoors. Led by the Missouri Departments of Conservation and Natural Resources, a team of state agency leaders (including the Departments of Elementary and Secondary Education, Health and Senior Services, Mental Health, Higher Education, and Economic Development) will work to implement this challenge. At this point, CFM is the only nongovernmental agency that is part of this team. After the webcast, participants broke into smaller groups for a lunchtime discussion that looked at four questions: 1) What got you interested in the outdoors when you were a kid? 2) What’s engaging kids in your community now in the outdoors? 3) What opportunities are currently available in your community for kids to connect with nature? 4) What programs/ resources would you like to develop in your community to connect kids with nature? We hope that this Summit

Twenty-five participants from 16 organizations and agencies participated in the CFM “Be Out There” Summit.”

AMY BUECHLER

• Children are spending half as much time outdoors as they did 20 years ago.

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CFM “Be Out There” Summit

Governor Jay Nixon and First Lady Georganne Nixon speak to participants about the Children in Nature Challenge Executive Order via a live webcast.

is just the beginning in coming together to get kids outside. Please visit these online resources for more information: State of Missouri Children in Nature Challenge— http://www.mo.gov/ childreninnature/

This site provides a place to share ideas about getting kids outdoors. Thoughts will be read and used by the committee working to implement the challenge. Please share your ideas! National Wildlife Federation “Be Out There” Campaign— http://www.nwf.org/GetOutside/Be-Out-There.aspx A one-stop shop for facts, activities and policy information about getting kids outside. Ready to take action? One upcoming event that everyone can join is the Great American Backyard Campout on June 26, 2010. Grab a tent and your family and sleep outside for a night! (more details at http://www. backyardcampout.org). Amy Buechler Teaming With Wildlife Coordinator, CFM

DEVELOPMENT NEWS

75th Anniversary Mini-Grants Are Perfect Celebration

elebrations are sometimes frivolous. And they should be. Perhaps for a 50th wedding anniversary you might splurge on a vacation that you’d always wanted to take, but couldn’t quite justify the expense. Graduations, special birthdays, weddings and anniversaries give us a reason to break out of our normal routine and celebrate. So, how should CFM celebrate 75 years of conservation leadership? With the generous support of our donors, we will splurge, but it will not be frivolous. We will celebrate with a purpose, and in the process provide leadership for today’s conservation priorities. One of the many, truly great individuals to offer CFM leadership was a gentleman named Charles Callison. In 1948, Mr. Callison provided insight into our mission with these words, “The Conservation Federation of Missouri as an organization serves to discover, even to stimulate, to express and translate to action the public will in matters affecting conservation.” Seventy-five years ago that expression of public will took the form of a constitutional amendment that forever changed conservation in Missouri. Countless times in the years since our formation, actions taken by CFM’s members have resulted in innovative, lasting change for Missouri and our outdoor resources. Today, CFM continues to discover, stimulate, express, and most important, translate to action the public will.

What is the public will in matters of conservation today? Recently CFM set out to discover just that. Regular readers of this publication are aware that an extensive survey of Missouri’s conservation and environmental leaders preceded our Summit for the Future of Missouri Outdoors. The Summit took the survey results a step further with a visioning process and panel discussions designed to... discover, stimulate and express the public will. Almost all of the attendees felt that the Summit was productive and useful, but some voiced concern that the findings may not be “translated to action.” To ensure action would follow, CFM organized the Outdoor Action Committee (OAKs), and was fortunate to secure the participation of many of Missouri’s most knowledgeable outdoor leaders. When OAKs met to discuss follow up on the Summit recommendations, it was agreed that both top down and bottom up strategies were necessary. Conversations with Governor Nixon, his staff and the First Lady resulted in Governor

Nixon issuing an Executive Order at CFM’s annual convention, in which he directed the heads of the Departments of Elementary and Secondary Education, Health and Senior Services, Mental Health, Higher Education, and Economic Development to actively support the Departments of Conservation and Natural Resources to implement the Children in Nature Challenge. The “Whereas” statements echoed the Summit’s most poignant concerns, and the “Therefore” paragraph established actionable steps to connect Missouri’s children with nature. The Governor’s actions provided the first step in a top down approach to addressing the Summit recommendations, and CFM’s 75th Anniversary Mini-Grants Program will provide the first steps of our bottom up approach. These mini-grants will leverage the volunteer time of dedicated citizens by providing CFM affiliated organizations with funding for projects that address the top recommendations from the Summit for the Future of Missouri Outdoors. Those priorities are: • Connect families with nature and get the message out that a quality, healthy Outdoors is essential for human life (includes hunter and angler recruitment activities); • Conserve plants, animals, and natural communities so that they are diverse, healthy and resilient (includes watershed and habitat work); and • Increase funding for oper-

ations, capital improvements and special projects that address wildlife habitat and outdoor recreation at the local,state and federal level. Many of our affiliates are already making plans for their projects ahead of our request for proposals. However, the RFP will not be released until all of the necessary funding has been raised. Thanks to Johnny Morris and Bass Pro Shops, we are well on our way to reaching our $75,000 goal. Bass Pro Shops will match each dollar given, up to $37,500, creating a one-for-one match. Generous contributions have been received from our board members, and the National Wildlife Federation is contributing $5,500. Another significant piece of our funding came in the form of gifts in memory of Mr. Glen Gleeson, just over $4,400. If you would like to make a contribution in honor of CFM’s 75th Anniversary, please contact our office. Our celebration is consistent with our history. CFM is using this opportunity to unite, inspire and empower citizen conservationist to take action, to connect families with nature, to improve habitat and improve access to outdoor recreation. So as we celebrate 75 years of protecting our natural resources and preserving our outdoor heritage, we are celebrating our history of leadership by providing leadership. I’d call that the perfect celebration. Matt Gaunt Director of Development, CFM

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TEAMING WTIH WILDLIFE

2010 Teaming With Wildlife Fly-In Days Working To Secure Additional Conservation Funding For Missouri

ore than 80 conservation leaders representing 30 states spent February 23–24 in Washington, D.C. The teams from each state met with their lawmakers on Capitol Hill to discuss the importance of new and greater funding to prevent wildlife from becoming endangered. Missouri was represented by Amy Buechler (Conservation Federation of Missouri), Gene Gardner (Missouri Department of Conservation), Rick Thom (Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation), Carol Davit and Laura Church (both with Missouri Prairie Foundation). We met with staff of each of our Senators and Representatives, urging them (1) to sign on to a “Dear Colleague” letter supporting $100 million in FY11 for the State Wildlife Grants Program and a continued reduction in the match requirement from 50% to 35%; (2) to support wildlife adaptation funding in comprehensive energy and climate change legislation; and (3) to co-sponsor the Teaming With Wildlife Act (S655) to provide increased and dedicated funding for wildlife conservation. The State Wildlife Grants Program provides federal money to every state and territory for cost-effective conservation aimed at prevent6

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Getting together on Missouri’s Teaming With Wildlife Fly-In Day are (from left) Carol Davit (Missouri Prairie Foundation [MPF]), Dana O’Brien (Congressman Skelton’s Office), Amy Buechler (CFM), Rick Thom (Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation), Congressman Ike Skelton, Gene Gardner (MDC), and Laura Church (MPF).

ing wildlife from becoming endangered. Because this funding is annually appropriated, the Teaming With Wildlife Coalition must work each year to ensure that it remains in the budget. In

Missouri, these dollars are distributed through the Missouri Department of Conservation Wildlife Diversity Fund and the Missouri Bird Conservation Initiative (MoBCI) grants program.

State Wildlife Grants is a vital program in Missouri, funding dozens of projects through numerous conservation partners each year. Funding State Wildlife Grants at $100 million nationwide would result in approximately $1.7 million for Missouri next year. This year, both Senator Bond and Senator McCaskill signed on to the “Dear Colleague” letter in support of $85 million in State Wildlife Grants funding (Senators decided to keep the funding at the current level of $85

2009 Grant Highlights Since 2001, the State Wildlife Grants Program has played an important role in the conservation of Missouri’s wildlife. Congress has appropriated $12.4 million in State Wildlife Grants in Missouri since 2001. This has been matched with at least $14.3 million state and partner dollars. Here are a few examples made possible in 2009: • Restoration of lake sturgeon populations in Missouri’s big river ecosystems—$21,800. Restoring lake sturgeon in Missouri helps ensure its survival nationwide. • Promotion of economical and sustainable landscapescale woodland restoration in the Missouri Ozarks— $127,000. The State Wildlife Grant Program provided funding for woodland restoration work by local contractors from Ozark communities, an economically depressed part of Missouri. • Utilizing AmeriCorps teams to restore glades and woodlands in the Current River Conservation Opportunity Area—$50,000. Partnering with the AmeriCorps program is a cost-effective way to increase plant and animal diversity and improve habitat vital to Ozark wildlife. Missouri’s Teaming With Wildlife Fly-in Day Team (from left): Laura Church (Missouri Prairie Foundation), Amy Buechler (CFM), Carol Davit (MPF), Rick Thom (Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation), and Gene Gardner (MDC).

million). On the House side, four members signed on to the “Dear Colleague” letter supporting $100 million for State Wildlife Grants (Rep. Emanual Cleaver, Rep. Ike Skelton, Rep. Lacy Clay, and Rep. Russ Carnahan). In addition, Rep. Jo Ann Emerson is sending a programmatic request to the appropriations committee (on which she serves). We give a huge shout of thanks to these Missouri leaders who consistently support State Wildlife Grants and the important projects that it makes possible in Missouri. We are greatly disappointed with the remaining Missouri Congressmen who did not sign the “Dear Colleague” letter: Rep. Todd Akin, Rep. Roy Blunt, Rep.

Sam Graves and Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer. If you are a constituent, please voice your concerns about this lack of support for conservation funding in Missouri. Teaming With Wildlife is a national coalition of organizations and businesses in support of additional dedicated funding for fish, forest and wildlife conservation and related education and recreation. Teaming With Wildlife supports implementation of Missouri’s Comprehensive Wildlife Strategy. To add your organization or business to the Teaming With Wildlife Coalition, please visit www.teaming.com/action. Amy Buechler Teaming With Wildlife Coordinator, CFM

• Central Missouri grassland/savanna partnership— $20,000. Leveraging incentive funds made possible by State Wildlife Grants with existing USDA cost-share (incentive) programs allows more landowners to afford to improve habitat for grassland birds. • Missouri Prairie Foundation regional prairie stewardship crew—$22,000. “Without this annual integrated approach,” said Brian Miller, Prairie State Park manager, “the park’s native prairie vegetation and eventually the entire ecosystem would likely be choked out by an invasive monoculture of sericea. This work is critical to the sustainability of the park and its natural resources.” • Missouri River Hills forest habitat project—$22,000. Part of an ongoing project, State Wildlife Grants are helping private landowners afford to conduct sustainable forest management activities that improve forested habitats and wildlife. • Invasive species control along roadsides in Madison and Ste. Genevieve Counties—$8,500. The Missouri Department of Conservation, the Missouri Department of Transportation and many partners are fighting the spread of invasive species, to the benefit of farmers and other private landowners, and native wildlife alike. • Clay County grassland/savanna restoration—$10,000. The project has helped fulfill the growing need for habitat improvements on public recreational lands and provided a positive impact to the Missouri economy.

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AFFILIATE EVENTS CAPITAL CITY FLY FISHERS MAY 13: Regular Club Meeting, Bass Pro Shops, Columbia (7:00pm – 9:00pm) MAY 13: Teach a Vet to Tie, Veterans Hospital – Conference Room C202, Columbia (3:00pm) MAY 15: Hooked on Fly Tying Not Drugs, South Callaway RII School, Mokane (3:00pm) MAY 27: Teach a Vet to Tie, Veterans Hospital – Conference Room C202, Columbia (3:00pm) JUN 8: Regular Club Meeting, Field Trip (6:00pm – 9:00pm) JUN 10: Teach a Vet to Tie, Veterans Hospital – Conference Room C202, Columbia (3:00pm) JUN 24: Teach a Vet to Tie, Veterans Hospital – Conference Room C202, Columbia (3:00pm) GREENWAY NETWORK MAY 1: Run for the Rain Forest, Tower Grove Park (8:30am – 3:30pm); Anne Carr (314) 7079004 MAY 2: Dardenne Day Spring Monitoring, Dardenne Creek, Saint Charles County (1:00pm – 4:00pm); Larry Ruff (636) 498-0772 MAY 3: Monthly Board Meeting, Saint Charles Community College, College Center Building – Room 202, Saint Charles (7:00pm – 9:00pm) MAY 7: Sierra Club Day Hike, Shaw Nature Reserve (9:00am – 3:00pm) MAY 9: Rohan Woods Litter Pickup (1:00pm – 3:30pm) MAY 9: Maline Creek Monitoring (1:00pm – 4:00pm); David or Mark (314) 388-1423 MAY 12: Sierra Club Day Hike, Lost Valley Trail, Weldon Spring (9:00am – 2:00pm); Tina Mathes (636) 343-1177 MAY 14: Sierra Club Day Hike, Hawn State Park (9:00am –

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2:00pm) MAY 15: Live Well Ferguson’s Inaugural Twilight 5K (5:00pm – 8:00pm) MAY 16: Sierra Club One Day Float (9:00am – 4:00pm); Toni Armstrong or Richard Spener (314) 434-2072 MAY 21: Sierra Club Day Hike, Meramec State Park (9:00am – 3:00pm); Suzanne Smith (618) 281-4762 MAY 23: Sierra Club One Day Float (9:00am – 4:00pm); Jonathan Lehmann (314) 7913969 MAY 26: Sierra Club Day Hike, Clark Trail, Weldon Spring (9:00am – 2:00pm); Tina Mathes (636) 343-1177 MAY 27: Sierra Club General Meeting, Litzsinger School (7:30pm – 9:30pm) MAY 28: Sierra Club Day Hike, Lewis and Clark Trail (8:00am – 3:00pm) MAY 29: Sierra Club 3 Day Float (8:00am – 3:00pm); George Behrens (314) 821-0247 JUN 1: Schools Out Float (7:00am – 4:00pm); Darlene Haun (636) 225-3946 JUN 5: Jacks Fork Litter Pickup, Eminence (8:00am – 4:00pm); Ted Haviland (417) 932-4363 JUN 5: Sierra Club National Trails Day, Hawn State Park (8:00am – 4:00pm); Paul Stupperich (314) 429-4352 or Bob Gestel (636) 296-8975 JUN 5: Living Lands and Waters, Saint Louis (9:00am – 3:00pm) JUN 5: Sierra Club Overnight Float, Big Piney River (8:00am – 4:00pm); Jim Rhodes (314) 821-7758 JUN 7: Monthly Board Meeting, Saint Charles Community College, College Center Building – Room 202, Saint Charles (7:00pm – 9:00pm) JUN 9: Sierra Club Day Hike, Shaw Nature Center, Gray Summit (8:00am – 1:00pm); Tina Mathes (636) 343-1177

JUN 12: Grand Glaize Watershed Monitoring (8:00am – 12:00pm); Darlene (636) 2253946 or Bob (314) 494-8432 JUN 12-13: Sierra Club Camping Trip, Round Springs (9:00am – 2:00pm); Paul Stupperich (314) 429-4352 or Bob Gestel (636) 296-8975 JUN 19: Canoe Poling Clinic, Route 66 Park (9:00am – 1:00pm) JUN 19: Current River Litter Pickup (9:00am – 3:00pm); Pat and Ted Haviland (417) 932-4363 JUN 20: Sierra Club Father’s Day Canoe Trip (9:00am – 4:00pm); Toni Armstrong or Richard Spener (314) 434-2072 JUN 23: Sierra Club Day Hike, West Tyson Park (9:00am – 3:00pm); Tina Mathes (636) 343-1177 JUN 26: Fox Creek Water Quality Monitoring (8:30am – 12:00pm); Leslie Lihou (314) 726-2140 MIDWEST DIVING COUNCIL MAY 23: MDC Orientation Dive, Greers Ferry Lake JUN 5-6: MDC Nationals Qualifier JUN 19: Money Shoot, Pontiac/Bull Shoals Lake MISSOURI ASSOCIATION OF MEAT PROCESSORS JUN 3-4: Quad State Golf Outing MISSOURI BASS FEDERATION MAY 10-14: Central Division Tournament, Tablerock – Kimberling Inn, Ahoys Boat Dock JUN 12: Board Meeting, Warsaw (9:00am) JUN 13: Summer Sizzler, Truman Lake, Long Shoal Marina MISSOURI DUCKS UNLIMITED MAY 1: Golf Tournament, Neosho Golf Course, Neosho (8:00am); Sam Major (417) 455-6444 MAY 1: McDonald County Membership Dinner, Ponderosa Trail, Pineville (5:30pm); Vernon Keene (479) 531-2000 MAY 8: Old Monroe Clay Bird Shoot, Black Hawk Valley Hunting Club MAY 8: Saint Louis Mid County Annual Banquet, Affton Elks Lodge, Saint Louis (6:00pm);

John Lacy (573) 356-3960 MAY 13: White River Sponsor Dinner, Country Club, West Plains (6:00pm); Jay Gregory (417) 274-2457 MAY 15: Golden Valley Sponsor Dinner, Rotary Building, Clinton (5:00pm); Parker Mills (660) 885-3368 MAY 26: National Convention, Dallas, TX; (901) 758-3900 JUN 17: Southwest Missouri District Meeting, 4-B’s Hunting Resort, Neosho (4:00pm); Mark Jackson (417) 549-9875 JUN 26: Ladies Event, Courtyard by Marriott, Columbia (3:00pm); Renee Martin (573) 268-3477 JUN 30: George Brakhage Memorial; Mark Flaspohler (573) 657-0774 MISSOURI HUNTING HERITAGE FEDERATION JUN 2-5: IHEA Annual Conference, Estes Park, CO JUN 11-13: Missouri State Youth Hunter Education Challenge, Jefferson City JUN 13: Board of Directors Meeting, Bass Pro Shops, Independence JUN 18-20: Hunter Education Clinic/Squirrel Hunt, Audrain County APR 9-11: Clinic/Turkey Hunt, Lake Lotawana/Carrollton, Carroll County APR 9-11: Clinic/Turkey Hunt, Pioneer Gun Club/Missouri City, Clay County MISSOURI NATIONAL WILD TURKEY FEDERATION FUNDRAISING BANQUETS MAY 1: Tabo Creek Thunderin’ Toms, American Legion Post, Higginsville; Mark Lamphier (660) 584-6397 MAY 8: Four Rivers, Knights of Columbus Hall, Washington; David Douglas (636) 583-7740 MAY 8: Lake Country Longbeards, Knights of Columbus Hall, Monroe City; Bob Kendrick (573) 735-2607 JUN 5: Salt River Sharp Spurs, Father Buhman Center, Shelbina; Billy Gibson (573) 6332318 JUN 10: Sand Hills Thundering Toms, Wild Idea Archery, Sey-

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mour; Jeff Ford (417) 880-7173 JUN 11: Summit City Longbeards, Robinson Middle School, Aurora; Ritchie Meredith (417) 678-1731 JUN 12: Branson Tri-Lakes, Clarion Hotel, Branson; Jack Livingston (417) 294-3010 JUN 19: Bollinger County Double Beards, First Baptist Church, Marble Hill; Randy Pogue (573) 238-3234 JAKES FIELD DAYS MAY 15: Lead Belt Longbeards, Martin’s Hideaway and Shoot Matches; Mike Mahurin (573) 431-2808 or (573) 576-0786 MAY 15: Clark County Longbeards, Fox Valley State Park, Kahoka; Junior Stutz (660) 866-2590 WHEELIN SPORTSMANS EVENTS MAY 1: Spring Turkey Hunt, Bois D’Arc Andy Dalton MDC, Ash Grove; Matthew Kramer (417) 887-4455 MAY 23: Ridin’ with Turkeys, Cape County Park #4, Cape Girardeau; Tim Hendershott (573) 270-3030 JUN 5: Bootheel Boss Gobblers, Heartland Banquet Hall, Jackson; Paul Strickland (573) 579-5833

JUN 5: WOODs Program, Army Corps of Engineers, Wappapello; Chuck Stewart (573) 222-7182 or Kyle Ouzts (573) 258-0770 WOMEN IN THE OUTDOORS MAY 15: Benton County Boss Hens, American Legion Hall, Warsaw; Jeanette Limback (660) 287-2881 MAY 15: Branson Tri-Lakes Ladies Day Out, Rec-Plex, Branson; Catherine McGregor (417) 230-2832 MAY 22: Muddy Creek Gobblers Boss Hens, Lamar Enterprises, Lamar; Nancy Frieden (417) 214-4082 JUN 12: Lake Area Lady Gobblers, Missouri Trap Shooters Association Gun Club, Linn Creek; Cindy Sherrell (573) 346-6133 MISSOURI PRAIRIE FOUNDATION MAY 29-30: Prairie BioBlitz, Potluck Picnic and Campout; Free; www.moprairie.org for full details and to RSVP. MISSOURI SMALLMOUTH ALLIANCE MAY 6: Southwest Missouri Chapter Meeting, Conservation Nature Center, Springfield (7:00pm – 9:00pm) MAY 19: Monthly Meeting, Pow-

der Valley Nature Center, Kirkwood (7:00pm – 9:00pm) JUN 3: Southwest Missouri Chapter Meeting, Conservation Nature Center, Springfield (7:00pm – 9:00pm) JUN 4-6: Ozark Rodeo, Eleven Point River MISSOURI WHITETAILS UNLIMITED MAY 1: Central Missouri Chapter, Elks Lodge, Chillicothe MAY 8: Quad Counties Chapter, First Church of God, Doniphan OZARK FLY FISHERS MAY 6: Intermediate Fly Casting, Tilles Park MAY 13: Intermediate Fly Casting, Tilles Park MAY 20: Intermediate Fly Casting, Tilles Park MAY 22: Mill Creek Outing, Newburg; Mark Thalhammer (636) 928-6242 MAY 27: General Membership Meeting, Queeny Park Complex (7:00pm) JUN 5: Special Youth Outing, Dry Run Creek, Mountain Home, AR; Kevin Miquelon (314) 753-3644 JUN 24: General Membership Meeting, Tilles Park (7:00pm) OZARK WILDERNESS WATERWAYS CLUB MAY 1-2: Paddle Sport Expo, Peculiar (10:00am – 4:00pm) MAY 8: Potluck Dinner, Swope Park, Kansas City (6:30pm – 7:30pm) MAY 8: Business Meeting, Swope Park, Kansas City

NEWS & ISSUES A COLLECTION OF STORIES FROM AROUND THE STATE

Olympic Youth Shotgun Clinic Midway USA Foundation, Inc will host the first annual Olympic Youth Shotgun Clinic at Prairie Grove Shooting Sports outside Columbia, Mo., August 14–15, 2010.

The Foundation's mission is to raise money, invest it and then distribute the earnings in the form of grants back to high school and college shooting teams. This clinic will be conducted for any high school or college shooter who wants to be exposed to Olympic-level coaching.

(7:30pm – 9:00pm) MAY 15-21: Spring Canoefest, Current River MAY 22-24: National Scenic, Eleven Point River MAY 24-26: Missouri State Park Tournament – Central Region, Finger Lakes State Parks, Arrow Rock MAY 29-30: Kaw River, Lawrence, KS JUN 3-4: Niangua River, Bennett Spring State Park JUN 12: Potluck Dinner, Swope Park, Kansas City (6:30pm – 7:30pm) JUN 12: Business Meeting, Swope Park, Kansas City (7:30pm – 9:00pm) JUN 13: Missouri River, Fort Osage Park, Sibley JUN 19-20: Big Sugar Creek, Pineville POMME DE TERRE CHAPTER MUSKIES, INC. MAY 15: Muskie Mayhem – Dinner and Meeting JUN 5: Kids Fishing Day JUN 12: Prime Time Outing SOUTH SIDE DIVISION CONSERVATION FEDERATION MAY 17: Board Meeting, American Legion Post 162, Saint Louis (7:30pm) JUN 21: Board Meeting, American Legion Post 162, Saint Louis (7:30pm)

CFM EVENTS

SEP 17-19: Annual Fall Conference, Camp Clover Point, Osage Beach

Todd Graves, a four-time Olympian and bronze medalist in skeet, and Lance Bade, a three-time Olympian and bronze medalist in trap, will be the primary instructors for the two-day clinic. Each instructor will be assisted by three current Olympic National team members who will be fresh from the International Championship in Munich, Germany. For more information or registration forms, call 573-447-5158 or send an email to information@scholasticshootingtrust.org .

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MEMORIALS

In memory of Mary Jean Washburn Howard Wood ~ Bonne Terre, MO

In memory of Mary Jean Washburn Duane Addleman ~ Springfield, MO

In memory of Mary Jean Washburn Mike & Mossie Schallon ~ Wentzville, MO

In memory of Terry Arthur Jean Flood ~ Champaign, IL

In memory of Willie (Buster) Burke Larry & Loretta Ezell ~ Poplar Bluff, MO

BASIC BOWFISHING Saturday, May15th. Truman Lake - Warsaw, MO 9:00am – 5:00pm Register by contacting brian.flowers@mdc.mo.gov or Call (573) 882-8388 ext. 288 .

Join the staff of the Missouri Dept. of Conservation and Missouri Whitetails for an exciting and educational experience in Bow fishing. Participants will learn the basics of bow fishing safety, equipment, fish identification, regulations and much more. This program will consist of classroom lessons followed by a field trip. Discover Nature – Families programs are designed to help adults & children explore nature & master outdoor skills together. This program is open to youth ages 11 to 17 and their parent or adult mentor.

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MAILBAG MEMBERS’ LETTERS

Dear Dave, I just recovered this second notice to renew my CFM membership for 2010 from my office “stacks” so I could continue my support of your erstwhile organization. Since

I last saw you, I’ve left the MDC Wildlife position I held at Puxico this past summer to return to southern Illinois. Since then, I’ve started a small business and am teaching biology at John A. Logan College in Carterville. Though I’m happy to be back with family and in southern Illinois’ natural settings, many of my conservation interests, not a

few projects, and a bit of my heart remain in southern Missouri. I’ve retained the house I was renting while employed in Missouri for a field office. I keep at least one hat hung in the Mingo Basin! For this reason I plan to keep my membership in the CFM and continue supporting your efforts. My best to all the CFM in Jeff City!

Yours in conservation, Andy West Ozark Koala Ecosystem Services Ozark Koala is named for that tough, persistent, adaptable, and omnivorous American marsupial, the Virginia opossum. Ozark Koala ES is a sole proprietorship operated by Dr. K. Andrew (Andy) West, BA and MA (Botany), PhD (Zoology, interdisciplinary with Forestry, Political Science, and Law) who has more than 35 years’ experience in conservation.

THANK YOU!

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AGENCY NEWS

CWD Testing Shows No Cases In Free-Ranging Deer

he Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) completed testing in March for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) on a sample of free-ranging white-tailed deer from areas of Linn, Macon and Chariton Counties. Test results showed no cases of CWD in Missouri’s free-ranging deer. CWD is a fatal neurological disease that can be transmitted among cervids, such as deer, elk and moose. There is no evidence that CWD can infect people, or spread from infected deer to domestic livestock, such as sheep or cattle. CWD has been found in 17 states including Illinois, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Missouri was recently added to the list after the Missouri Department of Agriculture (MDA) reported the state’s first and only known case of CWD in late February. It came from a captive whitetail buck at a private hunting ranch in Linn County. The MDA handles CWD testing in captive deer in Missouri. The MDA then tested an additional 50 captive deer from the ranch. Results showed no additional cases of CWD. In response to this initial case, the MDC collected tissue samples for testing from 153 free-ranging deer within a five-mile radius of the pri1 2

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vate hunting ranch. The MDC also included 72 samples collected from hunterharvested deer taken from Linn and surrounding counties during the 20092010 deer seasons. “Our test results indicate that Missouri’s free-ranging deer population remains free of CWD. This is very good news,” said MDC Director Bob Ziehmer. “We greatly appreciate the cooperation and support from the more than 120 area landowners and sportsmen involved in harvesting deer to obtain the samples. And those deer did not go to waste. Missourians will benefit from the approximately 5,000 pounds of processed venison we were able to donate to the Share the Harvest program.” Ziehmer added that the health of the state’s deer population is important to all Missourians. “Deer hunting and wildlife watching are vital parts of our state’s economy, our outdoor traditions and our communities.” MDC State Deer Biologist Jason Sumners noted that the Department will continue its ongoing CWD monitoring efforts. “We will be testing tissue samples from hunter-harvested deer taken in the northern half of the state during the upcoming fall deer seasons, and we will continue sampling efforts in the area where the initial case was discov-

ered,” said Sumners. He added that, with the help of hunters and landowners, the MDC has tested more than 24,000 free-ranging deer for CWD since 2002 from all parts of the state with no CWD-positive deer found. This long-term testing has been part of Missouri’s ongoing monitoring for CWD

through a special task force established in 2002. The task force is composed of experts from MDA, MDC, Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Joe Jerek News Services Coordinator, MDC

REDUCE • REUSE • RECYCLE

CFM Debates Issues Annual Convention Produces Conservation Resolutions

he delegates of this year’s Conservation Federation of Missouri Annual Convention have voted to adopt thirty resolutions on current issues. The convention challenged more than 200 Federation members, meeting in natural resource committee sessions, to debate current conservation issues and develop positions statements, when appropriate. Action letters have been sent to agency heads, legislative leaders (state and national), non-profit directors, and others requesting their response.

#1: Alternatives and Environmental Impacts of Road De-Icers Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 urges local Missouri governments and the Missouri Department of Transportation to continue to research and implement more environmentally-friendly de-icers on Missouri roads.

#2: Hellbender Education and Outreach Program Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February,

2010 recommends that the Rivers and Streams Committee work with other existing resource committees to disseminate the current status and collected data on the Hellbender in Missouri.

#3: Forestry Association in Missouri Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 supports the development of a Forestry Association and the Executive Director’s participation in development of a proposal, to be considered by the executive board, which would create a Forestry Association; Be it further resolved, to encourage MDC, other public agencies and NGO’s (NonGovernment Organizations) to consider financial and technical support to initiate a Forestry Association.

#4: Adoption of Curbside Recycling Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 supports the promotion of Department of Natural Resources’ Solid Waste Management Program and encourages the adoption of curbside recycling in communities.

#5: Operation Illegal Dump Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 encourages CFM to work with the Department of Natural Resources and prosecutors to establish Operation Illegal Dump, a reward based incentive program to encourage citizens to report illegal dumping.

#6: Passing of the Teaming with Wildlife Act 2011 Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 conveys its support to pass the Teaming with Wildlife Act of 2011, an act that would help provide funding to protect fish, forest, and wildlife nation-wide, as well as provide for education and recreational use of these resources.

#7: Education Concerning Zebra Mussels Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 recommends that the Missouri Conservationist and Missouri Wildlife magazines are utilized for a public infor-

mation campaign about zebra mussels and that the Missouri State Water Patrol include information about zebra mussels and that outdoor retailers and water-related utility companies help educate the public about aquatic invasive species.

#8: Create CLC Trust Fund Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 approves the creation of a CLC Trust Fund.

#9: Education for Living with Wildlife Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 supports enhancing the Missouri Department of Conservation’s efforts in educating the public about humanwildlife conflicts to ensure the safe enjoyment of wildlife by Missouri’s citizens.

#10: Implementation of Waterfowl Refuges on the Missouri River Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, See Resolutions on page 14

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Resolutions from page 13 2010 urges the Missouri Department of Conservation to research and provide recommendations and need for waterfowl refuges on the Missouri River.

#11: Land and Water Conservation Fund Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 supports fully funding land and water conservation fund for states.

#12: MDC Reaffirm Commitment of Bobwhite Quail & Grassland Songbirds

#14: Enforcement of Wildlife Code Pertaining to the Release of Pen Raised Quail Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 requests that the Missouri Department of Conservation have targeted enforcement of code violation as it pertains to releasing pen raised birds for the purpose of restocking. For example: hosting local education events that inform the public of the dangers listed above, create written publications, and utilize other multimedia resources.

Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 supports that the Missouri Department of Conservation be requested to reaffirm their commitment to bobwhite quail and grassland songbirds to partners and to Missouri Department of Conservation staff.

#15: Reinstatement of the Missouri Department of Conservation Food Plot Program

#13: Reduce the Cost of Quail Habitat Establishment

#16: Special Consideration for Cooperative North American Shotgun Education Program (CONSEP) Certified Wingshooters

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Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 requests that the Missouri Department of Conservation fully fund their Food Plot Program to landowners.

vation continue and promote the CONSEP training program, and consider providing inducements and special considerations for those wingshooters who have taken CONSEP training and received certification.

#17: Uniform Process for Disabled Hunters Using Motor Driven Lane Conveyance Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 supports that the Missouri Department of Conservation should consider creating a uniform process for determining disability qualifications for hunters who require motor driven land conveyance.

#18: Maintaining Hunting, Fishing and Trapping Opportunities on the Current River Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 supports that the Departments of Conservation and Natural Resources work collaboratively to ensure the continuation of the privileges of hunting, fishing, and trapping of furbearing animals, as provided by the Wildlife Code of Missouri, in that portion of the Current River which flows adjacent to the Current River State Park.

#19: Support for Missouri State Parks Now, therefore, be it

resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 conveys it support for State Parks by: Supporting an amendment to House Joint Resolution No. 77 Fifth State Building Fund or any state bond issue for capital improvements to specify that 10% of the total ($80$100 million) be designated for back-logged capital improvements in Missouri State Parks; Including within the Conservation Federation of Missouri’s media mix, information about the Missouri State Parks Donation Program including but not limited to by articles in the Conservation Federation of Missouri’s Missouri Wildlife publication and by adding a hyperlink from the Conservation Federation of Missouri’s website to the State Park’s Donations website; Recommending that Governor Jay Nixon provide all possible support to the management of the Department of Natural Resources in seeking a creative solution to this crisis that will sustain its employees while maintaining the level of integrity and excellence for which Missouri state parks are known across the nation.

#20: Protection of the Columbia Bottom Conservation Area Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 expresses its support to

protect the Columbia Bottoms Conservation Area.

#21: Cave Protection through Cave Gating with Key Sign-out on Public Land Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 supports the protection of cave ecosystems through cave gating and encourages public land management agencies to adopt the guidelines established by the BCI and ACCA and allow access for research and recreation with key check-out systems on public and private land.

#22: Amphibian Habitat Protection and Restoration Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 supports amphibian habitat protection and advocates habitat restoration and will recommend that the Missouri Department of Conservation, the Missouri Department of Natural Resources and other state and federal conservation agencies and NGO’s enhance their efforts in restoring various amphibian habitats.

#23: Formation of Caves and Karst Resource Committee Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 creates a Cave and Karst

Resource Committee for the protection and management of karst systems in Missouri.

#24: White-nosed Syndrome Action Plan Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 supports the Missouri Department of Conservation in establishing a white-nose syndrome action plan and a working group of partners to educate the public and delay or prevent the spread of whitenose syndrome in Missouri.

#25: 15-Inch Length Limit Stream Black Bass Special Management Areas Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 requests that the regulations of a 15 inch minimum length limit and a daily creel limit of one fish be implemented into the following areas: Big Piney River (MDC Boiling Springs access to USFS Slabtown access: 14 miles), James River (MDC Delaware Town access to MDC Hooten Town access: 12 miles), Meramec River (MDC Short Bend access to Woodson K Woods access: 26 miles), Gasconade River (MDC Wilber Allen access to MDC Hazelgreen access: 54 miles), North Fork of White River (Highway 76 Bridge to MDC Hammond access: 29 miles), Bryant Creek (Bell School access to MDC Florence C. Cook access: 24 miles), Bourbeuse River (Highway 19 Bridge to MDC

Union access: 94 miles), Courtois Creek (Brazil Low-water Bridge to Huzzah Creek: 21 miles), and Huzzah Creek (Highway 49 Bridge to MDC Scotia Bridge access: 29 miles); These areas would furthermore be recognized as Stream Black Bass Special Management Areas.

#26: Support for Karst Ecosystems Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 recommends the continuing support of organizations that protect and research pollution affects in Missouri’s karst ecosystems.

#27: 18-Inch Length Limit Stream Black Bass Special Management Areas Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 requests that management regulations of an 18 inch minimum length limit and a daily creel limit of one fish be implemented into the following areas: Big Piney River (USFS East Gate access to Gasconade River: 19 miles), Meramec River (Bird’s Nest access to MDC Blue Springs access: 29 miles), Gasconade River (MDC Mitschele access to MDC Riddle Bridge access: 38 miles), and Current River (Powder Mill access to Van Buren City Park access: 26 miles); These areas would furthermore be recognized as Stream

Black Bass Special Management Areas.

#28: Smallmouth Bass in Unimpounded Waters Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 requests that the Missouri Department of Conservation raises the minimum length limit for smallmouth bass in unimpounded waters to 15 inches. It should also be requested that the daily creel limit for smallmouth bass be decreased to three fish per day.

#29: Ban on Treble Hooks in Catch and Release Stream Sections in Missouri Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 recommends a ban on treble hooks in catch and release stream sections in Missouri.

#30: Kansas City Metropolitan Parks and Greenway Trail District Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Conservation Federation of Missouri assembled at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO, this 28th day of February, 2010 supports the proposal to create a Kansas City Metropolitan Park District and efforts to establish enabling legislation which would allow Kansas City Metropolitan citizens the option of voting to create and fund such a district with an appropriate governing body responsible for its administration, management and operations.

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CFM Conven Now That’s Soc

espite our cultural wave toward electronic devices for “social networking,” CFM's Annual Convention showed that good old face to face contact is still the most effective way to exchange ideas and draft solutions. Once again, convention brought diverse interests together and invited conversation among Missouri's most active and knowledgeable outdoor leaders. Those present to exchange ideas at this year's convention included agency directors and professional staff, elected officials, business lead-

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ers, students, conservation commissioners past and present, and of course, great representation from Missouri's conservation and environmental not-for-profits. Friday night's awards ceremony was kicked off with a heartfelt address from Bass Pro Shops founder, Johnny Morris, who was followed on the stage by Governor Nixon. While these two gentlemen brought different styles to the podium, they shared one message:We are blessed to have great outdoor resources in Missouri. They reminded us to make use of those

tion 2010— ial Networking! resources, to share our passion for the outdoors with others and to protect our outdoor heritage for future generations. Governor Nixon used the stage to put ink to paper, signing the “Children in Nature Challenge,” an Executive Order that challenges Missouri communities to take action to enhance children's education about nature, and to increase children's opportunities to personally experience nature and the outdoors. Mr. Morris took the opportunity to be a catalyst for activity, committing to match gifts for

CFM's 75th Anniversary MiniGrants Program, dollar for dollar. From the opening night's awards, to the last meeting on Sunday, things hardly slowed down. Our Conservation Leadership Corps stayed busy with their responsibilities to the resource committees, volunteers orchestrated a successful silent and live auction, Doug “E” Rees entertained, guns were raffled, auctioned and sold by sealed bid, and perhaps, most importantly old friends reunited and new friends were made. Please join us again next year!

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A “Real” Fish Story

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TIM THOMPSON

oing fishing in the spring when I was growing up was the magic time of the year. You never saw a kid get home from school and finish chores faster than I did. Then I would grab my Zebco 202 rod and reel and run to a 7-acre pond on our neighbor’s farm. On the way I’d grab as many grasshoppers as I could, knowing full well my mother would not enjoy trying to get out the grasshopper “spit” that bled through the pockets of my pants. Once at the pond,already having a bobber, sinker and hook rigged up, I would put a grasshopper on the hook and cast my line into one of my “lucky” spots. I’d start digging for worms, all the while watching the bobber for the slightest ripple in the water, which would mean a big ol’whopper was ready to take the bobber straight down to Davey Jones’ locker. Man, I feel like I am there right now. As time went on, I graduated to spinning and bait casting rigs and discovered artificial bait. Life was good! Forward some 35 years. I now have a son of my own and relish in the moments we share fishing together. I swear he has that same intense look on his face when he goes to set the hook as I had,and he has even out-fished his dad a few times. At the 2009 CFM annual convention I was fortunate to bid on and win a bass fishing trip with professional bass fisherman Scott Pauley. We were also blessed by Davis Minton allowing us to use his 105-acre

It’s hard to say who has the bigger smile—Cody Thompson showing off his catch or professional bass fisherman Scott Pauley.

lake in southern Missouri and stay at his home. I bid on the trip with my son Cody in mind, and when we got to the house and met up with Scott, we felt we were being treated like kings! When we hit the lake early the next morning, the wind had picked up just enough to create all these small waves that sparkled brilliantly in the morning sun. As we readied Scott’s boat for launch we let Cody go fish the shore and bam! it was fish on. The rest of the day and the next morning, we caught fish after fish. At the end of about ten hours of fishing we had probably 200 or better among the three of us. And these weren’t just any kind of fish. These were 2- to 5-pound largemouth bass—and that ain’t no fish story. What got me the most was my son Cody and his excitement. I don’t think I have ever seen him smile so much and do something with so much desire. I surely never saw him play a

video game with that intensity. From the time he brought the rod back to cast, to watching the artificial bait hit the water and give that little tug to get the spinner bait straightened out, to waiting on the fish to “bump” the lure and setting the hook— man, he was really into it. It is this feeling, and the lifetime of memories, many of our youth are missing out on. As stewards of conservation we have a responsibility to encourage our youth to get outside and learn about and enjoy the outdoors. Fishing is a fantastic way of doing this, and it is fun for girls and boys alike. It can be a “starter,” if you will, for attracting our youth to other things like bird watching, forestry, becoming interested in climate change, and clean streams. If they never get out there, it will remain foreign to them, which certainly doesn’t support longterm conservation efforts. The Missouri Department of Conservation has many public fishing areas, and June

12–13, 2010, are “Free Fishing” days in Missouri. Know someone who doesn’t know if fishing is for them ? Take this opportunity for them to try fishing without having to purchase fishing permits, daily trout tags or trout permits at most locations. Go to the Missouri Department of Conservation website for details,and then to http://www.mdc.mo.gov/fish “It includes links on where to fish, learning to fish, Missouri fish, etc.,” states Lorna Domke of MDC’s Outreach and Education Division. Lorna has been a big help in educating youth with the Discover Nature School Programs. I am confident these programs are just what we need to get our young people interested in conservation. For more about the Discover Nature School Programs or to see how to support this important effort go to http:// www.mdc.mo.gov/teacher/los. Lorna also shared with me the http://www.takemefishing.org site that has lots of fishing info. So do a favor for some of our young folks and take them fishing this spring and summer. Be patient with them and if you hear “Ugh, I’m not touching that,” go ahead and bait the hook or take the fish off of it for them. Experience the joy they will feel and show on their faces by the wide grins, smiles and laughter and relish in the moment that giving your time to them at that particular moment may just impact their lives…forever! Tim Thompson

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Charles Abele, Saint Louis R. Philip Acuff, Saint Joseph Duane Addleman, Springfield Nancy Addleman† Tom Addleman, Kansas City James Agnew, Arnold Allan Appell, Calhoun Richard Ash, Saint Charles Carolyn Auckley, Ballwin Michael Baker, DeSoto Dane Balsman, Perryville Jim Tom Blair, Saint Louis Marilynn Bradford, Cape Girardeau Stephen Bradford, Cape Girardeau Glenn Chambers, Columbia Ron Coleman, Saint Albans Mark Corio, Columbia Ryan Diener, Marthasville John Enderle, Kelso Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Fleming, Columbia Howard & Sara Fleming, Moberly Mr. & Mrs. Matt Fleming, Moberly Matt Gaunt, Columbia Timothy Gordon, Maryland Heights Dave Kolb Grading, Saint Charles Gray Manufacturing Company, Saint Joseph Debbie Gremmelsbacher, Saint Louis Gery Gremmelsbacher, Saint Louis Mark and Kathy Haas, Jackson Herman Hanley, Grain Valley Mickey Heitmeyer, Advance Randy Herzog, Saint Joseph

James Hill, Mexico Allan Hoover, Pleasant Hill John Hoskins, Fremont Larry & Joan Hummel, Glencoe Patricia Hurster, Saint Louis Aaron Jeffries, Jefferson City Don Johnson, Festus Malcolm “Mac” Johnson, Hartsburg Roger & Debbie Johnson, Humansville Tom Karl, Farmington Duane & Cosette Kelly, Independence Marty King, University City Judd Kirkham, Climax Springs Sara Knight, Charlotte, NC Carl Kurz, Leawood, KS Ann Kutscher, Jefferson City Larry Lackamp, Bates City Kyle Lairmore, Owensville Jay Law† Gerald Lee, Kansas City Joel LeMaster, Fulton Norman Leppo, Saint Louis John Lewis, Columbia Leroy Logan, Arnold Christine Logan-Hollis, Blackwell Chip and Teresa McGeehan, Marshfield Cynthia Metcalfe, Saint Louis Davis Minton, Dexter John Moore, Jr., Springfield David Murphy, Columbia Dean Murphy, Jefferson City Gov. Jay Nixon, Jefferson City Sara Parker Pauley, Hartsburg Abe Phillips, Saint Louis Jan Phillips, Saint Louis Jerry Presley, Centertown

Nick Prough, Harrisonville David & Janice Reynolds, Springfield Gerald Ross, Jefferson City Bruce & Jan Sassman, Bland Mike Schallon, Wentzville Mossie Schallon, Wentzville Timothy Schwent, Jackson George Seek, Meadville E. “Sy” Seidler, Saint Louis Sara Seidler, Saint Louis M.W. Sorenson, Columbia Ed Stegner, Pilot Grove Charles & Winnie Stribling, Mexico Mary Stuppy, Joplin Mark Sullivan† Jim Talbert, Jefferson City Tim Thompson, Saint Charles Jeff (J. T.) Tillman, Lake Ozark Gary Van De Velde, Jefferson City Barbara VanBenschoten, Kansas City Lee Vogel, Kansas City Al Vogt, Columbia Julius Wall, Clinton Randy Washburn, Jefferson City Robert Werges, Arnold First Lady Georganne Wheeler Nixon, Jefferson City Mark Williams, Lawson Stephen Wilson, Hartsburg Michael Wilson, Saint Louis Daniel Witter, Holts Summit Dick Wood, Saint Louis Howard Wood, Bonne Terre Dan Zerr, O’Fallon Jim Zieger, Hannibal Robert Ziehmer, California † Deceased

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2010 Missouri Governorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Youth Turkey Huntâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; What A Blast!

overnor and First Lady Nixon hosted 16 young turkey hunters and their families at the Mansion on Friday, April 9. VIP service, wonderful food, fun and fellowship will provide a lifetime memory for each of these very special youth. Each of Missouri's 122 local chapters of the National Wild Turkey Federation was able to nominate one deserving young person for the hunt, with emphasis on youngsters who had never been hunting before or who had virtually no experience hunting wild turkeys. From this big list, 16 youth were selected by leaders of the Missouri Legislative Sportsmen's Caucus and submitted to Governor Nixon for his approval and invitation. Friday afternoon was devoted to connecting hunters and guides, basics of hunter education, and an introduction to turkey hunting. This portion of the program happened at United Sportsmen's Club in Jefferson City, with presentations by the staff of the Missouri Department of Conservation. Then, off to the Mansion for dinner. Then, off to their respective camps to prepare for the hunt. Saturday night, the Missouri State Capitol Rotunda served as our incredible banquet hall for a dinner with members of the Missouri Legislative Sportsmen's Caucus hosting the hunters, their families, guides and partici2 0

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All 16 hunters gather in the Missouri State Capitol to celebrate their first day afield.

Brandon Whitley and a fine jake.

pating landowners. The stories told and laughter shared will endure for each of us in attendance forever. The weather couldn't have been better. Glorious sunshine, moderate temperatures, calm winds, and cooperative turkeys. A turkey hunter's dream! Each of our young hunters had the oppor-

Nickolas Robinson got a jake and shared the adventure with his mentor, Trevor.

tunity to hear and see gobblers close to hand. Five young hunters were fortunate

enough to harvest their first wild turkey during the weekend.

Above: Dad, guide and Johnny Hennessey with the one that didn't get away! Left: CFM Wildlife Conservationists of the Year, Bruce and Jan Sassmann hosted and lead Christian Ritchie to paradise.

Above: Emily Ziehmer with her fine gobbler and redbuds in full bloom. Left: Allison Jones, her dad Kenny, and Lydia Malloy at the end of a very successful day.

Governor and First Lady Nixon hosted the hunters and their families for a kick-off celebration at the Governorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mansion.

Hunters Johnny Hennessey, Clayton Miller and Brandon Whitley (l-r) with their guides, landowners, camera crew and special mentor, Alex Rutledge. MISSOURI WILDLIFE

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Don’t miss this year’s… PULL FOR CONSERVATION! Make plans now to attend the 4TH Annual Conservation Federation of Missouri Sporting Clays Classic

Saturday, August 14, 2010 • 9:00 am–3:00 pm @ River Hills Sporting Clays, Boonville, MO Two-Man Scramble, 75 targets • $50/team • reshoot for only $35! Individual Sporting Clays, 50 targets • $35 • reshoot for only $20! Prizes by Lewis Class

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Esteemed CFM Conservation Awards Presented Citizen Conservationists Recognized At Annual Convention

group of Missouri citizen conservationists were awarded prestigious Conservation Federation of Missouri statuettes for their volunteer and professional efforts to improve and protect our natural resources at the Annual Convention of the Conservation Federation of Missouri on February 26, 2010, at the Lodge of Four Seasons, Lake Ozark, MO. Chosen from a select group of nominees, the 2009 award winners represent the best of the best. A large group of CFM members and friends celebrated the elite group’s accomplishments at a reception sponsored by Bass Pro Shops. Presenting the 2009 awards was CFM Executive Director Dave Murphy.

Conservation Communicator of the Year: Ray Eye, Dittmer Mr. Ray Eye, of Dittmer, has long been referred to by admiring outdoorsmen as a “Living Outdoor Legend.” Born into a hunting family in 2 4

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the Missouri Ozarks, Eye took to the outdoors like a duck to water. His untold hours spent in the forested hills of eastern Missouri fostered a deep love and appreciation in him for our wild Missouri outdoors. Eye began his entertaining outdoor communications career in the early 1980s at local turkey calling contests. His Ozark charm and truly spectacular story telling abilities mesmerized audiences everywhere he traveled. He became an early pioneer in outdoor TV programming, promoting hunter safety, outdoor skills, outdoor ethics and sound conservation principles as far back as 1983. Some of his first written articles and photographs appeared in Outdoor Life Magazine in 1986. In 1987 Eye appeared on both radio and TV programs all across Missouri on PSAs for the new idea of turkey hunting safety. These programs later went national through the National Wild Turkey Federation. For more than three decades Eye has brought national media attention to Missouri through organized media hunts and dozens of the most well-known outdoor personalities, editors, writers and producers have promoted the Missouri outdoors as a result of Eye’s efforts. He has proven to be one of the most effective outdoor communicators with kids, sponsoring dozens of hunts for youth. Many of the resulting TV shows have

appeared on ESPN, the Outdoor Channel, Versus, TNN, the Sportsman’s Channel and Fox Sports. Hundreds of his interviews with youngsters have rocked the radio airwaves across the nation. Ray Eye reaches millions of people each year through his vast array of outdoor communications skills. He hosts his own outdoor radio show on KFNS-590 (The FAN) out of Saint Louis every Saturday morning and performs dozens of outdoor seminars every year. In recent years Eye has promoted the Missouri outdoors and conservation of those resources through the “SOS” TV show, Hunter Specialties HS Outdoors, Eye on the Outdoors, Turkey Revolution, Whitetail Revolution, Eye on Adventure, NWTFTurkey Call, NWTF–Turkey Country, Cabela’s Sportmen’s Quest, under the Wild SkiesESPN and far too many others to mention. Ray Eye is a busy man, however he gives back regularly through his volunteer efforts of appearing at fundraisers for conservation organizations and running youth hunting camps. He has also volunteered seminars for the NRA, NWTF, US Sportsman’s Alliance and various school districts and sports clubs. He volunteers his services for fundraisers for Saint Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Few individuals in the history of the conservation

movement have approached Eye’s production of quality outdoor related media materials. His accomplishments could fill volumes. He has created an awareness of our great outdoors and the issues surrounding them in millions of Americans.

Conservation Educator of the Year: Katy Schrader, Joplin Katy Schrader understands that the key to conserving our wonderful natural resources is to educate our youth—the conservationists of tomorrow. At the same time, it’s important that the conservation message continue to reach adults, too. Katy has worked hard at both of those missions, and her success is making a difference. Katy is the Newspaper In Education coordinator of the Joplin Globe. Newspapers In Education (NIE) is a national program that consists of newspapers partnering with local schools to provide a spe-

cial page that can be used as an educational tool in the classroom. This page can be used to enhance a teacher’s curriculum. Though this page is designed for students, newspaper readers of all ages can learn from the information on the page since it is published in the newspaper. Katy’s most recent project was the seven-week “Life After Dark” series that was published in the Globe in the fall of 2009. Planning for this series, which was about nocturnal wildlife of the southwest Missouri area, began with a series of meetings, phone calls and e-mail correspondences with Missouri Department of Conservation staff. From these, she came up with the text components, information boxes and photographic elements that would make up each page. Just as important as each page’s aesthetic appeal was its educational value. Each of the series' seven installments illustrated the unique and important roles our night-time species play in keeping the natural world around us balanced. Katy’s interest in conservation-themed NIE pages isn’t new. Since 2001, her collaboration with Missouri Department of Conservation staff have produced beautiful NIE series on Missouri wildlife, exotic species, endangered species, habitats, songbirds, prairies and streams. For her ongoing efforts in getting out the conservation message and the wonderful products those efforts have produced, Katy Schrader is the Conservation Federation’s Communicator of the Year.

Forest Conservationist of the Year: Terry Cunningham, Salem For more than 30 years Terry Cunningham has served as Forest Manager for Pioneer Forest. During his long tenure he's brought national recognition to Pioneer Forest for outstanding integration of forest production, wildlife habitat management, and environmental protection for the natural resources under Pioneer’s stewardship. Mr. Cunningham is a tireless advocate for sound forest management. He is always available to host Pioneer Forest tours for student groups, natural resource professionals, and many other government resource agencies. Through his leadership and hard work, Pioneer Forest has been identified by the Forest Guild as one of only 22 “model forests” in the United States. Management of the Pioneer Forest exemplifies high quality, regionally outstanding silvicultural practices, made possible by planned and careful logging techniques which have resulted in a sustainable “model” forest. One of Mr. Cunningham’s strongest assets is his commitment to advancing our knowledge of forests and improving forest management practices. Through his efforts and those

of Leo A. Drey, Pioneer Forest has always been open and available as a research site for researchers around the country. Terry places a high value on Pioneer’s relationship with the University of Missouri. Terry has demonstrated that commitment by working with graduate students to locate plots, assisting with their understanding of Pioneer’s management, and helping students consider the implications of their data. Work with UMC faculty has included Dr. David Larsen, forest biometrician and silviculturist with UMC's Department of Forestry, who has been involved with Pioneer Forest over the last 15 years investigating the technical applications of uneven-aged management. Dr. Rose-Marie Muzika, forest ecologist at MU's Department of Forestry has investigated shortleaf pine and white oak growth, silviculture, and ecological management over the last few years. Dr. Richard Guyette, Associate Research Professor at MU's Department of Forestry has conducted extensive investigations in the use of tree-ring chronology in understanding the forest's fire history. Mr. Cunningham’s influence will continue for years to come, as he has been instrumental in hiring the future crop of natural resource professionals who will manage Pioneer Forest. Terry has placed heavy importance on the use of the latest forest information technologies to aid his staff in making sound management decisions. His strong commitment to higher education, his support for research, and his service as an

ambassador of sound, forest stewardship at Pioneer has resulted in a deep commitment to the sustainable management of Missouri’s forest resources. He communicates in the field with the logging crews, knows the real world of sawmills, and understands as well as anyone just how important and vital the management of Pioneer Forest is to Missouri.

Outstanding Lifetime Achievement: Douglas Eiken, California In March 1994, Doug became director of a Missouri park system that was staggering a bit; there had been unexpected changes in leadership — only an acting director for nearly two years — and massive devastation in the big river parks from the worst flood in the state’s history. This was the challenge he had been looking for and it was as satisfying as he had hoped it would be. On June 1, 2009, he retired after serving as director for fifteen years, the longest-serving director in Missouri state parks history — in February even having surpassed the tenure of the legendary Joe Jaeger — and, counting his North Dakota years, the longest-serving state See Conservationists on page 26

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Conservationists from page 25 park director in the nation. Doug served under five different governors and five DNR directors from both political parties. He led the park system through a massive rebuilding to meet the standards of the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), and the sadly unexpected rebuilding of Johnson’s Shut-Ins. And, of course, there was the critical need to secure renewal of the Parks and Soils Sales Tax (PSST), which was brought before a statewide vote twice during his tenure, in 1996 and 2006, each time winning approval by more than two to one, an astounding majority for a tax vote. He took steps to reorganize the parks division, flattening the hierarchical pyramid so as to create an organizational structure with more mentor relationships and more opportunities for younger staff to assume management responsibilities. In the field he created clusters of parks and sites to enhance teamwork and allow more management decisions to be made at the local level. He started the Joe Jaeger Academy, a training program to inculcate new staff with the heritage and traditions of the Missouri park system and to provide management training for more seasoned staff. What was it about the Missouri system that had attracted him? Of course it was a bigger job, larger than the North Dakota system in number of units and personnel by a factor of five or so. But there was more: “I liked the idea that Missouri’s state parks were a more representative 2 6

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presentation of the state as a whole. The inclusion of historic sites and natural resource areas in addition to the purely recreational sites is not too common in state park systems. It makes Missouri’s park system more reflective of the state’s total culture and that interested me.” And the clincher: The MPA book, Exploring Missouri’s Legacy. There are several park systems that have books, but nobody has a book like that one.” The existence of MPA, a statewide organization dedicated to supporting the park system, further convinced Doug that Missouri’s state parks held a special place in the affection of Missourians.

Professional Conservationist of the Year: Denny Bopp, Lebanon Throughout his 34-year career with Missouri State Parks, Denny Bopp has shown the highest level of professionalism and a commitment to our resources that goes well beyond his job description. An example of this commitment took place in December of 2006, when a massive storm left two inches of ice and two feet of snow on the roof of the state’s marina at Pomme de Terre. With the

park superintendent and chief park maintenance worker out of town, and no one else available who felt comfortable on the slippery marina roof, Denny and his son Zac utilized rock climbing gear to safely secure themselves, then spent the next six hours shoveling snow and breaking ice. By the end of the day the docks had risen safely above the waterline, while other marinas in the area, burdened by heavy snow, collapsed on top of boats creating many thousands of dollars in damages. Later, when nominating Denny for the Missouri Department of Natural Resources employee of the month award, Dan Paige said, “Denny’s concern with the facility and state equipment is why he is known as a field operations supervisor who has his finger on the pulse of his district. Denny's quick action, unselfishness regarding personal time and concern about the division’s equipment and structures saved this marina and prevented thousands of dollars in damages.” Extending himself beyond the job description is the norm for Denny, who has been an active leader in the Missouri Parks and Recreations Association throughout his career, and was one of the founding organizers of the first WOW Natural Resources and Conservation Schools at Roaring River State Park. For more than 10 years he’s represented the Division of State Parks on the statewide WOW board, which he currently chairs. Since graduating from Central Missouri University in 1975 with a Bachelor of Sci-

ence in Recreation with an emphasis in conservation, parks and outdoor recreation, Denny has served in the field as a state park superintendent, as an assistant district supervisor, district supervisor and in the division's central office. Today he is the senior district supervisor in the State Park system and serves as the Ozarks District Supervisor. His duties include planning and coordinating resource protection and conservation issues for 17 state parks and historic sites with a total land area of more than 40,000 acres. Denny provides oversight for historic buildings, landscapes and Civilian Conservation Corps structures, and works with concessionaires, park naturalists and park superintendents to provide recreational and educational opportunities for Missourians and visitors to Missouri. Countless outdoor enthusiasts have unknowingly benefited from the dedicated, professional approach that Denny Bopp brings to his job each day.

Water Conservationist of the Year: Bill Miller, Goodman Bill Miller is a retired fisheries biologist and former park ranger who devotes countless hours to giving

instruction on ways to preserve and protect our water in southwest Missouri. His past and present service to the success of the Elk River Watershed Improvement Association is highly commendable, as is his work with the Upper and Lower Shoal Creek Watersheds and the Spring River Watershed in neighboring Kansas. Bill works tirelessly behind the scenes encouraging others to take leadership and ownership of their environment. He is part of the local speaker's bureau and a regular attendee of the local Water Talk forum. His name appears often in The Joplin Globe, with articles that identify and explain problems, while recommending solutions for the area's water quality and quantity issues. Bill has participated in the Volunteer Water Quality Monitoring Program since 1994. As a water quality volunteer he has worked at The Joplin Globe and assisted the Newton County Health Department in identifying waterways that do not meet federal and state standards for Escherichia coli. He has been a strong advocate for postings at swimming sites that indicate elevated bacteria levels. Bill has promoted watershed education at all levels, including the creation of a college scholarship, paid for by the local watershed association. He has helped with the acquisition of camera equipment for the McDonald County High School Photograph Club, which inspired students to capture the beauty of their natural resources and led to the first Elk River Watershed Improvement Association calendar. During

the summer Bill and his wife, Charlotte Ann, help support the annual Noel Student Elk River clean up. Youth volunteerism is at work in McDonald County and Bill makes every attempt to support the students with kudos, assistance and prizes after a long day of dredging up debris from the river. In the past four years Bill has participated in the annual October Watershed Awareness Festival held at the fairgrounds in Anderson, MO. More than 300 fifth graders within the McDonald County School system are bused to Anderson to attend an educational forum concerning water conservation practices. Bill instructs the students on how to protect their environment by wise land management. Teaching students the various components of a watershed and how they function together makes the festival a huge success. His exhibit is a favorite with the students as they observe a water table filled with macro and micro invertebrates. Bill’s work is making a difference today and will continue to make a difference for years to come, as he has raised awareness of our greatest challenges in water quality and quantity, and he has helped prepare future generations to meet them.

Water Conservationist of the Year: Mark Van Patten, Tebbetts Mark Van Patten is a Fisheries Management Biologist who has worked for the Missouri Department of Conservation for eleven years. Prior to moving to MDC, Mr. Van Patten worked for CFM for

five years. During his career, Mark has worked tirelessly promoting citizen awareness and involvement in river and stream conservation through the Stream Team Program. The Stream Team Program has come a long way since 1989. Now, with over 4,000 teams and a volunteer base of over 80,000, it has a solid record of accomplishments. Mark's leadership and personal efforts have done much to make these accomplishments a reality, and he deserves a great deal of credit for the program's outstanding success. Teaching Missourians about the outdoors has been a life-long priority of Mark's, and he has done much to reach Missourians in a number of different ways. Mark is a published author, writing regularly on conservation, education, and stream stewardship in state and national publications. In 1996, he was presented with a life membership award from the Missouri Outdoor Communicators for his dedication to helping establish the organization. In his spare time, Mark hosts a national weekly PBS television show on fly tying called “The Tying Bench.” The show, along with its website (www.thetying-

bench.com), encourages the public to engage in fishing and other outdoor activities. In 2002, he and his wife Regina initiated an afterschool program at the school where she teaches called “Hooked on Fly Fishing.” Through this program, they teach the art and science of fly fishing to 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students with monthly meetings and fishing outings. The program continues to be very popular with an average of thirty students enrolled each year. Students are taught every aspect of fly fishing from fly tying and fly casting, to the aquatic entomology that is represented in the flies they make as well as their association with water quality. Mark’s conservation efforts and accomplishments have been recognized several times over the years. He received the Conservationist of the Year Award from the Southern Council of the Federation of Fly Fishers (SCFFF) in 1990; Man of the Year Award from SCFFF in 1991; the International Award of Excellence from the International Federation of Fly Fishers in 1992; Award of Excellence, from the SCFFF in 1992; The McKenzie Cup for Conservation, in 1993; appointed Arkansas Traveler Ambassadorship for the state of Arkansas by the Governor of Arkansas for initiating the Arkansas Stream Team Program, in 1997; Educator of the Year Award from SCFFF, in 1996; Conservation Achievement Award from the National Wildlife Federation, 1996; Honored Life Profile, Field & Stream Magazine, December See Conservationists on page 28

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Conservationists from page 27 1998, Significant Contributions Award, MDC Fisheries Division, 2001; and the Educator of the Year Award from SCFFF again in 2008.

Outstanding Lifetime Achievement: Dan Witter, Jefferson City Dan Witter has a doctorate in watershed management (University of Arizona), a master’s in resource administration (Penn State), and bachelor’s in sociology (Millersville University in Pennsylvania). During an outstanding 26-year career with the Missouri Department of Conservation, he utilized all that education and more, as he conducted 100 surveys, program evaluations and market analyses on natural resources management. He published 50 professional papers and presented 250 talks on natural resources policy. Dr. Witter served as associate editor of the Journal of Wildlife Management and president of the Missouri Chapter of The Wildlife Society (TWS). He participated on the National Survey of Wildlife–Associated Recreation technical committee, and contributed to human dimensions projects for the International Association of 2 8

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Fish and Wildlife Agencies. As DJ Case’s market research director, Dr. Witter focuses on program development, project evaluation and crisis management. He coordinates high-level survey research at DJ Case such as the 2005 National Duck Hunter Survey, a mail survey of over 29,000 duck hunters in 49 states. In 2005, Dr. Witter was honored as Outstanding Alumnus by the School of Natural Resources, University of Arizona. He received the E. Sydney Stephens Professional Wildlife Award from the Missouri Chapter of TWS in 2002, and was named conservationist of the year by the Conservation Federation of Missouri in 2000. We honor Dr. Witter for a unique life of service and a career of leadership in the care of Missouri’s outdoors. We further and especially would recognize his design, development and delivery of the landmark A Summit on the Future of Missouri Outdoors in Columbia, May 2009.

Wildlife Conservationist of the Year: Bruce & Jan Sassmann, Bland Bruce and Jan Sassmann own 124 acres in Osage County between Bland and Belle, Missouri. Historically, the

farm was used for grazing and haying and dominated by tall fescue. They've named their project “Prairie Star Restoration,” which includes land restoration, aquatic restoration and barn restoration for educational events. The Sassmann Farm is also the demo farm and headquarters for the Covey Junction Quail Focus Area. They are also very active in the local Four Rivers Quail Forever Chapter. Grassland Restoration began with a plan to eradicate the tall fescue and convert 50 acres of open land to a more wildlife friendly mix of native warm season grasses and forbs. Permanent firelines were installed around each field and the larger fields were divided into paddocks to allow for patch burning. Burning individual paddocks within the field will give the field the diversity it needs to promote good wildlife management, creating burned areas along side 2- to 3-yearold grass stands. The next step was to create covey headquarters throughout the farm. The Sassmanns utilized edge feathering, shrub planting and down tree structures— spacing the covey headquarters around and inside the field to allow the field to be completely utilized by bobwhite quail and other wildlife. Their timber management plan includes 42 acres of woodland, glade and savanna restoration on the woodland acres of the farm. The Sassmanns’ approach to their aquatic management began with the idea that fish, like quail, are an edge species, so the Sassmanns developed

their pond so that fish could utilize as much of the pond as possible. The first step was to drain the pond and remove all the existing fish. They had a heavy equipment operator create fingers throughout the pond which would be 6–10 feet under the water surface and extend out into the middle of the pond. On top of these fingers holes were dug and cedar trees were cemented into them standing upright. The concept created cover for the fish and other aquatic organisms throughout the pond. The final project completed on the farm was the restoration of the barn, turning it into an education center. The education center will be used for landowner/wildlife workshops, school events and other outdoor activities. Jan is a retired school teacher and has been attending classes at Shaw Nature Center learning the ins and outs of plant taxonomy and ecology. She has created a specimen garden outside the education center which will be used for workshops and plant identification sessions. She is also a certified instructor for the Aldo Leopold Program to bring outdoor activities into the schools. It is very rare to meet landowners more dedicated to learning, and willing to share with others, than Bruce and Jan Sassmann.

Conservationist of the Year: Charles Drury, Creve Coeur With 93% of Missouri land in private ownership, it is clear that we cannot meet our habitat needs without the coopera-

tion of private land owners. It is with that realization that a variety of state and federal programs have been put in place to aid private citizens in their stewardship efforts. Private Lands Conservationists within the Missouri Department of Conservation have found Chuck Drury to be an ideal partner, and nominated him for this award as a

result of the accomplishments on his 1,100 acre farm in Pike County, which he manages exclusively for Forest, Fish and Wildlife resources. Mr. Drury has utilized a variety of programs and agency resources to help him achieve his habitat goals. Working with MDC, he established a Wildlife Conservation Plan which includes establishment of food plots, conversion of fescue to native grasses, creation of forest openings, extensive edge feathering, utilization of Quality Deer Management recommendations, and fish stocking. Mr. Drury is passionate about wild turkeys and has set a 5-year management goal of producing and holding a minimum of 100 wild birds in a fall/winter flock. Two years into the

plan, he already has a winter flock of 75 birds! His Conservation Farm Plan was developed in cooperation with the Natural Resource Conservation Service of Pike County and the Pike County Soil and Water District. It covers the agricultural activities on the farm. All farming is done by “no-till” methods. Planting is done on the contour, following the terraces that were laid out by the NRCS. This plan also outlines crop rotations. His use of the Farm Service Agency's Conservation Reserve Program includes 60 acres in general CRP and 13 miles of terraces in CP-15b. Management on these acres, made up of native grass fields and cool season grass fields, includes prescribed fire, contour disking and contour

spraying. Mr. Drury also inter-seeds legumes, wildflowers and forbs into these acres. In 2009 he completed a Forest Stewardship Plan for 286 acres of timber. Working with a Certified Consulting Forester, Mr. Drury recently enrolled in the WHIP (Wildlife Habitat Incentive Program) and the EQIP (Environmental Quality Incentive Program) to assist him with over 180 acres of Timber Stand Improvement. Mr. Drury’s dedication to conservation efforts does not stop at his property line. His efforts to improve habitat have impacted surrounding landowners, and his steady generosity to a number of conservation organizations has impacted the broader conservation community.

Join the CFM affiliate, The Open Space Council, for their 45th Annual Meeting May 27, 2010 at 6-9pm Spink Pavilion, Missouri Botanical Gardens

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his year’s Fall Conference will be held September 17–19, 2010, at Camp Clover Point, Lake Ozark State Park. Our focus this year will be on Missouri State Parks for the entire weekend. Don’t miss this historic event—there is a place for you in our state parks! Friday evening after supper, we will have an inspiring presentation from the staff of Missouri State Parks on current status and needs. Ours is among the very best, most diverse, unique and accessible state park systems in America. Come learn how this incredible public asset has come to be and what you can do right now to help ensure a bright

future for our state parks. Saturday will be a day devoted to completion of a work project at the park! So bring gloves, outdoors clothes, a big smile and eagerness. We intend to complete a project together which will have lasting benefit to the park and its many patrons. Sunday morning will feature an update on the brand-new State Parks Youth Corps initiated by Governor Nixon this year. We will also have a presentation on historic YCC projects in Missouri. So there will indeed be something for everyone at this year’s Fall Conference! Come learn, contribute, and especially have fun!

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2010 Fall Conference At Lake Ozark State Park

Mark your calendar now for the CFM Fall Conference! We’ll spend the whole weekend learning about Johnson Shut-Ins (above), Katy Trail State Park (left), and other Missouri state parks. Among other activities, we plan to complete a work project there at Lake Ozark State Park.

C O N S E R V A T I O N F E D E R A T I O N O F M I S S O U R I A F F I L I AT E S Anglers of Missouri Beaver Lake Beagle Club Big Game Hunters, Inc. Bridlespur Hunt Club Capitol City Fly Fishers Central Missouri Chapter Safari Club Chesterfield Citizens Committee for the Environment Coldwater Outing & Game Preserve Festus-Crystal City Conservation Club Greenway Network, Inc. Heaven’s Anglers Jefferson County Coonhunters, Inc. Lambert Field Rod & Gun Club Meramec Area Sportsman Association Midwest Diving Council Mississippi Valley Duck Hunters Mississippi Valley Gun Club Missouri Association of Meat Processors Missouri Bass Federation Missouri Bird Conservation Initiative Missouri Bow Hunters MIssouri Chapter of the American Fisheries Society 3 0

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Missouri Chapter of the Wildlife Society Missouri Chapter Soil and Water Conservation Society Missouri Conservation Agents Association Missouri Consulting Foresters Association Missouri Department of Agriculture Missouri Ducks Unlimited State Council Missouri Forest Products Association Missouri Hunter Education Instructors Association Missouri Hunting Heritage Federation Missouri Hunting Spaniel Club Missouri National Wild Turkey Federation Missouri Native Seed Association Missouri Parks & Recreation Association Missouri Parks Association Missouri Prairie Foundation Missouri Ruffed Grouse Society Missouri Smallmouth Alliance Missouri Society of American Foresters Missouri Sport Shooting Association Missouri State Campers Association Missouri State Council Quail Unlimited Missouri Taxidermist Association Missouri Trappers Association

Missouri Trout Fisherman’s Association Missouri Waterfowl Association Missouri Whitetails Unlimited Monett Sportsman League MU Student Chapter Wildlife Society Northeast Missouri Coonhunters Association North Side Division Conservation Federation Open Space Council Ozark Fly Fishers Ozark Wilderness Waterways Club Perry County Sportsman Club Pomme de Terre Chapter Muskies, Inc. Quail and Upland Wildlife Federation Quail Forever and Pheasants Forever River Relief, Inc. Saint James Civic Club South Side Division Conservation Federation Southwest Missouri Fly Fishers Tipton Farmers & Sportsman Club United Bow Hunters of Missouri Walnut Council & Other Fine Hardwoods Wecomo Sportsman Club Wild Elk Institute of Missouri Wildlife Society of Missouri State University Windsor Lake Rod & Gun Club

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WELCOME CFM NEW MEMBERS

David Adams, Greenwood Douglas Allen, Kansas City Rob Armstrong, West Plains Blanche Balk, Nevada Richard Bangert, Cape Girardeau Esther Banta, Bridgeton Ralph Barker, Saint Louis Robert Barnes, Nevada Kenneth Barrows, Barnhart Jamie Barton, Portland Don Bedell, Sikeston Gerald Bennett, Rolla Kenneth Benson, Saint Peters Leonard Berkel, Saint Charles Fay Berwald, Saint Louis Black River Electric Cooperative, Fredericktown William Blakey, Clarksville Gerald Bossman, Saint Charles Harry Bozoian, Columbia Scott Bradley, Saint Louis L. Brammer, Kansas City Frank Branson, Ashland Michael Brooks, Fenton John Brown, Ozark David Brydon, Lohman Larry Bunse, Cosby Alice Campbell, Garden City H. Campbell, Sikeston Brian Canaday, Hartsburg Tim Canter, Rolla Richard Carpenter, Independence Joe Castelli, Saint Louis J. Caughron, Hale Debora Champagne, Maysville Carol Cole, Saint Louis Joy Coleman, Lees Summit Campbell Collier, Saint Louis Richard Collins, Center Jeff Coulson, Jefferson City Designer Gems, Saint Joseph 3 2

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Judy Dixon, Ozark John Donaubauer, Saint Louis Margaret Dowis, Lake Tapawingo Marvin Drury, Bloomsdale Gregory Dudenhoeffer, Bonnots Mill Leonard Eatherton, Saint Mary Clarence Eggert, Washington Leland Ellege, Maryland Heights Scott Faiman, Columbia Norma Fanara, Saint Louis Thomas Fisher, Shawnee Mission, KS Charles Ford, Blue Springs Forest Releaf of Missouri, Saint Louis Larry Gardner, Branson Norb Geniec, Saint Louis Bernodette Geringer, Saint Charles Jay Githens, Poplar Bluff James & Barbara Goodknight, Grove, OK Clarence Grigsby, Kansas City Geoffrey Grossbauer, Dittmer Chris Haffner, Des Peres Jackie Hailey, Charleston Keith Hale, Poplar Bluff William Hampton, Marthasville Jim Hardin, Eldon Delores Harting, Affton Ivan Hayworth, Maryville Stephen Hess, Bloomsdale Hiltyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Custom Meats, Bowling Green Warren Hinton, Amity Michael Hochstedler, Lees Summit Albert Horrell, Stilwell, KS Neal Hutton, Weaubleau Carl Jackson, Ridgeway Sidney Jacobson, Saint Louis John Kardos, Iowa City, IA Janice Karson, Kansas City Patricia Kaylor, Kansas City V. M. Kayser, Saint Louis Richard Keeton, Round Rock, TX

William Kelley, New Haven Richard Kiene, Hallsville Robert Kipfer, Springfield Allon Klingsick, Pacific Regina Knauer, Jefferson City Ruth Koblenz, Saint Louis Donald Koehler, High Ridge Mildred Koehler, DeSoto Tim Koehler, Saint Louis Jon Kraft, Independence Daniel Kreher, Ballwin Richard Kurtzeborn, Imperial Lynne Lampe, Columbia June Lancaster, Independence Ted Lange, Raymore Robert Littlejohn, Prairie Village, KS Mike Long, Saint Charles Julia Luke, Independence Gregory Lyons, Kansas City Nick Marchiano, Hume Daniel Marshall, Sikeston Robert Marshall, Warrensburg Bennie Martin, Kansas City Harvey Massey, Imperial Thomas Mathis, Poplar Bluff Gary Mazzola, Ballwin Jerry McCall, Maryville Michael McCraw, Saint Louis Saralyn McFarland, Kansas City Dan McMurtry, Columbia Erik Meidl, New London Susan Melton, Columbia Paul Michaletz, Columbia Daniel Miller, Kirkwood Donald Molitor, Saint Peters Ceclia Moody, Kansas City Kathleen Moore, Kansas City Rick Myers, Oak Grove John Noe, Butler John Nothum, Troy P. Otto, Washington John Padgett, Bonne Terre Ted Palisch, Saint Louis Daniel Patterson, Saint Louis Timothy Patterson, Hillsboro Phil Philips, Kansas City Kelly Phillips, Butler Ronald Phillips, Butler

James Plannett, Saint Louis Bertram Pohl, Saint Louis Jim Pohlman, Saint Louis Dennis Potter, Fayette Lisa Potter, Columbia Carol Power, Thompson Charles Rainey, Mexico Robert Ranney, Brookline M. Rea, Tecumseh Robert Reinken, Saint Louis Ray Riggs, Saint Louis Claremont Robinson, Liberty Curt Rodgers, Huntsville Elizabeth Roth, Palmyra Samuel Routt, Wentzville Kenneth Sadler, Columbia Connie Schilling, Barnhart Wayne Schrock, Garden City Dennis Schuetz, Florissant Scott Seymour, Apollo Beach, FL James Sharp, Maryland Heights Mark Snell, Clinton Ralph Snyder, Theodosia Wesley Stein, Saint Louis Orville Steinke, Waseca, MN Kenneth Suelthaus, Saint Louis Steve Taaffe, Ballwin Shawn Taylor, Tecumseh Cindi Tetrault, Eureka Mike Vinehout, Marshfield Patricia Vogel, Columbia Walmar Investment Company, Chesterfield Barney Wasson, Kansas City Walter Weaver, Shawnee Mission, KS Paul Weber, Freeburg Robert Wehnert, Fenton David Wehrman, Sainte Genevieve Steve Westin, Holts Summit John Wiedeman, Lenexa, KS Richard Wigger, Butler Barbara Wilhoit, Liberty Cindy Williams, Ballwin Paula Winkler, Kansas City Carl Winningham, Waynesville Phil Wood, Columbia

CFM is honored to recognize Chuck Drury, President and CEO of Drury Hotels, as CFM’s Conservationist of the Year for 2010. Thank you, Chuck, for your leadership in making our world even better for forests, fish and wildlife, and for your support of numerous conservation organizations! At Drury Hotels, the Extras Aren’t Extra®! Drury’s many free amenities include hot breakfast, hot food & cold beverages, long distance and local calls, wireless Internet, business centers, and swimming pools.

Support the folks who support CFM and enjoy $10 savings on your room. Drury Hotels is a CFM Platinum Business Alliance member, and they want to pass along savings to ALL CFM MEMBERS! Next time you make a reservation, use the promotional code CONFED to save $10 off a double occupancy room. Book online at www.DruryHotels.com or call 1-800-DRURYINN (1-800-378-7946).

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