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What Others Are Saying About Gov. Blunt’s Task Force on Feral Hogs |
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Written by Jessica Robinson, Goverers Staff
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Monday, 28 July 2008 16:25 |
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The following Missourians today voiced their support for recommendations created by Gov. Matt Blunt’s task force to safeguard against feral hogs: “I am thrilled that the governor’s Task Force on Feral Hogs is tackling this problem in an aggressive manner. These animals do an incredible amount of damage to sensitive and specialized natural areas in our state parks system. The quicker we can eliminate this menace, the better it will be for people who visit the natural treasures in Missouri state parks. I commend Governor Blunt for making the task force a reality.” Doyle Childers Director of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources “It is encouraging that this important and diverse group of stakeholders has come together and created a plan to address the feral hog issue. I’m confident we can work together to educate citizens and implement the plan to eradicate feral hogs with a continued commitment from all stakeholders.” John Hoskins Director of the Missouri Department of Conservation “Our concerns for feral hogs continue as the expanding population threatens our domestic herds, other livestock and crops. I commend Gov. Blunt for his creation of the Feral Hog Task Force in Missouri to help protect the agriculture industry. Feral hogs harbor many diseases. Although, we have not seen some of the most threatening diseases, it is only a matter of time that our domestic hogs could be greatly affected costing millions of dollars to our farmers. The task force will be able to develop a plan of action to begin eliminating large populations and control the expansion of feral hogs.” Don Steen Director of the Missouri Department of Agriculture “We appreciate the opportunity to participate on Governor Blunt’s Feral Hog Task Force. The growing number of feral hogs on public and private lands is a problem that should be addressed with the cooperation and involvement of appropriate state and federal agencies, organizations and individuals.” Charlie Kruse President of Missouri Farm Burea |
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CFM Joins No Child Left Inside Coalition! |
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Written by Any Buechler
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Monday, 21 July 2008 15:55 |
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The No Child Left Inside Coalition is a broad-based organization made up of more than 475 member groups from across the United States. The membership, which is growing steadily, includes environmental, educational, business, public health, outdoor recreation and conservation groups. With more than 20 million members represented, the NCLI Coalition speaks for a diverse group of Americans who believe young people should receive a strong education about their natural world. The Coalition's focus is passage of the federal No Child Left Inside Act. This legislation would authorize major new funding for states to provide high-quality, environmental instruction. Funds would support outdoor learning activities both at school and in non-formal environmental education centers, teacher training and the creation of state environmental literacy plans. To learn more, and to add your organization or business to the coalition list, visit www.nclicoalition.org. |
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 29 July 2008 16:35 )
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Get More Bang For Your Buck! |
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Written by CFM Staff
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Tuesday, 22 July 2008 08:57 |
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Participate in our Second CFM Sporting Clays Shoot at River Hills The second annual sporting clays shoot will be held at River Hills Sporting Clays near Boonville on August 16. This is a fun event so plan to attend and help us raise money for a worthy cause—our natural heritage. Our great friends and supporters at Bass Pro Shops are again major sponsors and we are indebted to them for all their help. I urge you to continue to patronize Bass Pro Shops as a way of thanking them for all they do for CFM.
 Shooting clay targets is a good way to improve your shotgun skills and interact with friends and other CFM members that will be in attendance. It doesn’t take long to shoot a round and then you can head back to the spacious club house, relax, have lunch and peruse numerous silent auction items that you surely can’t do without. After you cool down, you might want to reshoot the course or participate in some of the other shooting games for fun. There will be opportunities to challenge other groups for bragging rights so bring plenty of shells.
River Hills is a first class facility and the owners,Ken and Barbara Pickett, who are CFM members, do an excellent job providing sporting targets and an atmosphere where you can relax and enjoy the day. You don’t have to be a serious shooter to enjoy this event. In fact the course will be set for hunters, casual shooters and non-competition shooters. The event will consist of a 2-man scramble and an individual shoot. In the 2-man scramble, each team shoots a total of 100 targets from 14 stations.At each station, 3 targets will be thrown and the team will have 4 shots between them to break the 3 targets. Nine or 12 targets will be thrown at each station. In the individual event there will be 7 stations and each person will shoot 50 targets. It’s fun; I guarantee you will enjoy it and you have an excellent chance of winning money.
Entry fee is $100 for a 2-man team and $50 for an individual. For every 12 teams and 12 individual shooters we will pay for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places. Lewis Class rules will be used and there will be lots of chances to win. The 2-man teams will get $300 for 1st, $200 for 2nd and $100 for 3rd places and the individual shooter winners will get $150 for 1st, $100 for 2nd and $50 for 3rd places. The more teams and shooters we have the more money we will give away. With Lewis Class rules you are not competing against anyone. All scores will be listed, from highest to lowest, and then classes will be established for each 12 teams and 12 individual shooters. Where else can you go and have a 1 in 4 chance of winning money?
I invite you to dig out that shotgun you put away after the spring turkey season and come out and sharpen your eye for the upcoming dove season and the other fall hunting seasons that will quickly follow. Bring your family, a friend, or better yet several friends for a fun filled day of shooting and camaraderie.
If shooting is not your game you can still be involved. We can use volunteers to help advertise the shoot, round up shooting teams and assist us during the day of the event. If you can help or want more information about helping, contact Tom Russell at (573) 657-2581, Glenn Chambers at (573) 445-9773 or Dave Murphy at (800) 575-2322.Our goal for this event is to raise $10,000-$12,000. To do this we need at least 100 teams and 60 individual shooters. I know many of you have numerous contacts that would enjoy helping CFM with this event. We need 20 committee members from throughout the state to help round up shooting teams. If each person gets at least 5 teams we will be sure to reach or surpass our goals. Many of you know people who shoot shotguns and I hope you will invite them to come sharpen their eye, display their shooting skills and have a great time. You might also mention they have a 1 in 4 chance of winning money.
With your support and help we can make this a really special event and one that people will look forward to participating in next year. I appreciate your help and look forward to hearing from you and seeing you August 16. Get the flyer and sign up form. |
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 22 July 2008 09:23 )
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Written by Amy Buechler
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Monday, 14 July 2008 14:10 |
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Sign the "We are Wetlands" Petition to help protect America's Wetlands! Our nation's wetlands, streams and other waters have a tremendous impact on everyone's lives. But development and draining of these areas result in the loss of an average of 80,000 acres of wetlands each year. |
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Last Updated ( Monday, 14 July 2008 14:21 )
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