Conservation Federation Of Missouri

Programs: The share the harvest program administers the processing payback program- a division of share the harvest. Hunters donate the processed deer they have harvested to the program. The meat is in turn provided to food pantry clients in need of a dependable source of protein. The share the harvest program promotes responsible use of missouri's natural resources.

state parks youth corps- the project provides 500 youth throughout missouri with the opportunity to gain valuable work experience and to prepare for future careers. The youth learn important work readiness and job skills while working in missouri's state parks and historic sites and by working in the beauty and grandeur of missouri's outdoors. State parks youth corps participants are challenged to think outside and participate in innovative projects to preserve and enhance the state's park system. This program prepares youth for future careers and bolsters an appreciation for the environment and green concepts that are an exciting part of missouri's growing industries.

an annual convention is held to provide educational programs relating to conservation and the environment. The annual convention brings members together to participate in committee meetings and to discuss the latest developments in the field of conservation and environmental issues.

the "missouri wildlife" magazine is used to provide information and update members regarding conservation and environmental issues. Teaming with wildife - provides leadership and support to build the teaming with wildlife coalition in missouri as well as coalition building activities that benefit the wildlife resources of the state and to provide leadership and support for the implementation of missouri's multiple partner effort to conserve all wildlife and restore the habitats natural communities and healthy landscapes they depend on. National archery in the schools program - the program promotes student education and participation in order to strengthen public financial support for wildlife conservation as well as to engage more students in the education process. Governor's youth hunt - emphasize and celebrate missouri's leadership role in hunter recruitment and retention. Missouri sportsmen's caucus - the program works with elected officials to support hunting, fishing and trapping, as well as professional wildlife management. Scholarships support continuing education in the field of conservation. Conservation leadership corp - a multiyear program that engages high school and college students in the politics of conservation. The goal of the program is to prepare participants to personally influence policy and actions that will contribute to the conservation of missouri's natural resources. Oaks - a strategic plan dedicated to improving missouri outdoors.