January 2013 VOL. 74, NO. 1

January 2013 VOL. 74, NO. 1

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Inside This Issue:Featured articlesUnited Bowhunters of Missouri - CFM Affiliate ..................................................... 4

OWLs Program Sees Success in 2012... Looks Forward to 2013 ..................... 8

Special Guest Speaker at CFM Annual Convention ....................................... 11

CFM 2013 Annual Convention .......................................................................... 12

CFM Annual Convention Registration .................................................................. 15

Native Plants Program at Lincoln University in Jefferson City ................. 26

Native Witch Hazels .............................................................................................. 30

MDC Announces Enhanced Website for Mobile Devices ........................................... 31

news, updates and columnsView From The Stone House ...........................................................................2

President’s Message.........................................................................................3

Department Of Natural Resources

Missouri’s Water Resources ..............................................................................6 Montauk State Park Spotlight .........................................................................7

Agency News

Missouri Department of Conservation - NASP World Student-Archery Championship to be Held in St. Louis .............24 Discover Nature with Eagle Days Around the State ........................................25

Teaming With Wildlife

State Tribal Wildlife Grant Programs Work Ahead .......................................16 Fly-in March 5-6, 2013 - Washington D.C. ................................................16

School of Natural Resources

An Update from the Director’s Office ...........................................................18 Developing an Awareness to Nature’s Networks: The Soundscape ....................18

Calendar ...........................................................................................................20

Member Information

Business Alliance Members ..............................................................................9 Conservationists For Life ...............................................................................22 Affiliates of the Federation ............................................................................23 Honorariums & Memorials ...........................................................................29 New Members ..............................................................................................29

January 2013Vol. 74, No. 1

Wildlife MISSOURI

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COVER: “Winter Eagle” © Glenn D. Chambers 2012. www:glenndchambers.com

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Every time I hear “financial cliff” my mind is drawn immediately and ir-

resistibly to a stunning view. A landscape vista, including every conceivable desire of white-tailed deer, with the early morning light and frost cover promising an eventful day. Likely the experience of decades of perching in trees, silently, patiently, in perfect comfort and solace awaiting the arrival of deer has given me an unrealistic sense of security with heights. Never climbing into trees without a reliable fall arresting full body harness has, for me, become law like scripture. When you climb trees or cliffs, it should be for you, as well.

Nowadays we get bom-barded with stuff intended to scare the willies out of us. Even something so innocu-ous as a commercial for car tires shows a Norwegian daredevil jumping off a cliff in something like a superhero’s costume. In fact, at a few locations on our planet, up-drafts are such that a human thus clad can, in confidence, jump, spread his “wings” and glide like a flying squirrel for thousands of feet…and reli-ably land on his feet and walk away unscathed.

Fear is a powerful motiva-

tor. Some folks understand this and use it to coerce us into an emotional state where we react without much con-

sideration.Perhaps it is instinct.

Certainly every wild thing imagines that every other wild thing is out to get them. Wild turkeys, from the egg, are the living expression of wari-ness. Rightly they are so, for more than half of each cohort perishes each year because of something. The relentless pressure of life and death realities yields a tremendous

propensity to survive among the survivors. In the words of one of my old mentors “it keeps wild turkeys wild.” As

always, we do well to learn from the examples of others.

In the months ahead, we outdoors folks have a tremen-dous opportunity to brighten the future for Missouri outdoors as we go about our own learning. There will be about 60 brand new represen-tatives and senators coming to the Missouri Capitol this session, which will run from early January through mid

May. These 60 will be a big part of the 197 making up our legislature. They will be bombarded with an over-whelming array of issues, constituents and lobbyists all clamoring for their attention and support. Although this has always been our system of governance in America, the addition of term limits has brought its own chal-lenges and opportunities to Missouri. Challenges with continuity and institutional knowledge, opportunities for a fresh look and new solu-tions to old problems.

As we approach the edge of whatever cliff lies before us, take heart from lessons of the past and always remember to look before you leap! Recruit others to join CFM…and, just as for wild things, we will find safety and strength in numbers!

No one but you and I can ensure that natural resources and conservation will con-tinue to live and prosper in Missouri. May our every decision and act be made with the awareness that what we decide and what we do will have lasting significance, especially for those who come after us.

— Dave MurphyExecutive Director, CFM

view From the stone house

View from the Precipice

Conserve Life: SLow Down More than 1,100 people die on Missouri highways each year. Don’t become a statistic. Conserve life by slowing down and by always making sure your seatbelt is buckled. BUCKLE UP

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Here we are in the midst of another winter and already most of us are

longing for spring to arrive. But don’t just sit out this season soaking up the warmth of a fireplace. Our Missouri Outdoors provides a myriad of opportunities. Frankly, I’m not really a “cold weather” person so I don’t see me ice fishing or cross country skiing. But, there still are several win-ter activities I look forward to even though I’m not as young as I once was.

I don’t trap or quail hunt any more, but both do extend well into the winter. I don’t bow hunt the chilling celsius weather, but I still do “chase” deer by spending quality time in a tree stand on those “January Thaw” days. Then there are two of my favorites – late season rabbit or squirrel hunting (both go ‘til mid-February). I don’t ever recall getting cold when listening to a beagle after a bunny. I sup-pose because “the sounds of the chase” really does get my blood pumping.

And, if you’re up to a real challenge, I’d encourage you to consider chasing a bushy-tailed “tree rat” with a small caliber rifle. Winter’s absence of leaves really opens sight distances for the hunter; but, it also does so for this sharp-eyed rodent. Occasionally, there is a dumb one or two, but most woodland squirrels seem to keep their distance seemingly just to test the skill of the hunter. Don’t discount this opportunity.

There’s plenty to do for folks who hunt wildlife without weapons. Watching wildlife is perhaps the number one recreational pursuit by Americans other than walking. Sure there is the backyard bird

feeder; yet, let me emphasize – there is a Winter Wonderland “out there” just full of critters and sights to be seen. Do you get out in the country-side during this time of year with the sole intention of watching for wildlife or checking out the scenery? If you haven’t done so, “you’re missing something wonderful”! Without all the foliage to obscure your vision, you’ll be amazed at what you can see. It’s even better if there’s snow on the ground. And too, Missouri has a wealth of scenery – especially when there’s a fresh fallen snow and icicles abound. Whether you ski, hike or just take a “Sunday Drive” along country roads and pathways – it’s guaranteed to lift your soul with nature’s showing. And bring your binoculars or

perhaps a camera with a long-range lens.

In addition, I suggest that you don’t forget the activities of the Conservation Federa-tion. In 2012, CFM held its inaugural “Cabin Fever Clay

Shoot”, and this winter a second one is slated for Janu-ary 26th at the Prairie Grove Shotgun Sports facility. I do hunt dove, and a long time ago I shot at a few ducks. But in either case, I’m not very good at wing shooting, so I don’t shoot at the clay event; however, I do volunteer to help during the event.

Last winter when we awoke the morning of the clay shoot, Judy and I saw that we had a dusting of snow overnight. We wondered if the weather would weaken attendance. Neither snow nor cool tem-peratures kept shooters from enjoying a day of busting clay birds. There were 80 shooters on hand and their skill level ranged from novice to excep-tional (i.e. behind-the-back kill shots). Seemed everyone

who attended, both shooters and volunteers, really enjoyed themselves. Do consider join-ing us if you’re interested – as a volunteer or a shooter.

And last but certainly not least – there is CFM’s Annual Convention scheduled for Feb-ruary 22-24, 2013. Let me re-iterate, we’d love to have you join us! This is the time when CFM members get together to hear updates per Missouri’s Department of Conservation and Department of Natu-ral Resources; to celebrate conservation achievement; to elect CFM’s leadership; and, to form resolutions regarding matters affecting Missouri’s Outdoors. There also will be programs for children and families, a silent and verbal auction, and annual banquet.

This year’s program is shaping up to be very special! Friday evening’s program will include a presentation by Dr. Peter Raven, the President Emeritus of the Missouri Bo-tanical Garden. Our state has been blessed for more than 40 years with Dr. Raven’s genius. He is world renowned in fields related to botany, conserva-tion and sustainable develop-ment. Do consider attending!

For details pertinent to either the Cabin Fever Clay Shoot or CFM’s Annual Con-ference, check out promotions in this magazine, CFM’s web-site or call the CFM office.

Experience Missouri’s Out-doors, Share It & Support It!

Richard L. Ash, Jr.President, CFM

president’s message

An Early Morning Snow and Wildlife Watching

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Missouri has a lot to boast about when it comes to the sport of

archery. Both the Fred Bear Museum and the Archery Hall of Fame are located in Springfield. Neet Archery Products, a leader in archery equipment manufacturing, resides in Sedalia and Black Widow Bows, which makes its home in Nixa, is known worldwide as a maker of su-perb recurves and longbows. And if that weren’t enough, the inventor of the compound bow; a device that completely changed the sport and turned the archery community on its ear, was no other than native Missourian, Holless Wilbur Allen. However, one of the best kept secrets in the Show-Me State related to the subject of the bow and arrow is an organization known as the United Bowhunters of Missouri.

The United Bowhunt-ers of Missouri, or UBM, was formed in 1987 by a small group of people in the Kansas City area with a few simple goals in mind. 1) It wanted to promote archery in general; and bowhunting in particular, throughout the state and beyond. 2) It wanted to preach the practice of bowhunting using Fair Chase methods only and 3) it wanted to encourage these activities as being family-ori-ented not individual-oriented. Still going strong after 25 years, the UBM has not only met those goals but has also grown into an entity that is both respected and admired by the Missouri Depart-

ment of Conservation, CFM and national conservation organizations like Compton’s Traditional Bowhunters and the Pope and Young Club.

I first became acquainted with the UBM in February 2002 when a friend took me to their annual Festival in Jefferson City. I was imme-diately impressed with the friendliness of the folks in attendance and their em-phasis on becoming a better hunter by practicing better woodcraft as opposed to rely-ing on the latest gadgets and gizmos to improve your odds in the field. During the day I attended some seminars, test drove several bows and swapped lies with the best of them. At the end of the evening, I knew this club and I would be a good match so I paid my dues and became a member there on the spot. It was a good decision and one that I have never regretted

making.Over the years, as I became

more involved in the UBM’s activities, one thing that became abundantly clear was the level of commitment the members had when it came to the organization’s original goals. On the national level, it seemed that someone was always going to a meeting for the North American Bowhunting Coalition or the Professional Bowhunters Society to keep abreast of what was going on around the country and to make sure the UBM was not operating in a vacuum. Closer to home, there were proposed MDC regulation changes to study and legislation to either fight for or against. And on the family front, there were hunts to go on, club events to at-tend and kids to educate; that quickly became my favorite part of being a member.

Each year, the UBM works

at several fairs, camps and exhibitions around the state to help children learn about archery and the fundamen-tals of shooting a bow. Many of the members are certified bowhunter educa-tion instructors or archery instructors for Missouri’s Archery-in-Schools pro-gram. Last March, we made and gave away 200 PVC pipe children’s bows at the Missouri Deer Classic in Columbia. We annually team up with MDC and the Missouri School for the Deaf to run the archery range at the Family Outdoors Skills

United Bowhunters of Missouri - CFM Affiliate

Shriners Hand Camp in Potosi, MO.

Some of the friendliest group of folks you would ever want to meet.

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Camp and for the past few years we have also worked with handicapped individuals at the Shriners Hand Camp in Potosi. I never get tired of seeing a child’s face light up when they finally pop that balloon they’ve been shooting at or hit that 3-D target right where they were aiming! It

certainly is a rewarding expe-rience for the mentors and I believe it is for the young’uns too judging by the number of repeat customers we have at these events.

The United Bowhunters of Missouri is a great organiza-tion to be a part of and we are always looking for new

members to join our ranks. If you love shooting bows, hanging around some of the nicest people you’ll ever meet, and teaching future gen-erations about the sport and lifestyle we embrace then the UBM is your type of club. For more information, please con-tact us by one of the methods

listed below. We sure would like to hear from you!

Darren HaverstickPresident – United

Bowhunters of Missouriwww.unitedbowhunters.com

dchaverstick@gmail.com417-693-5304

Annual UBM Rendezvous held at the end of June. Group hunting trips make for memories that last a ifetime.

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agency news - department oF natural resources

Missouri is blessed with expansive rivers, bountiful streams, sizeable reservoirs and significant groundwa-

ter resources. This means we are blessed with an abundance of high quality water resources. However, recurring drought and increased demand on these vital re-sources has heightened the need to assess the adequacy of Missouri’s approach to water management and planning to en-sure that future needs are met. The dev-astating drought of 2012 left no county untouched and raised public awareness of the potential vulnerability to future water supply shortages and the need for long-term water resource assessment and planning.

Many areas of the department are involved in ensuring Missourians have clean, safe water for many beneficial uses such as drinking water, agricul-tural irrigation, recreation, wildlife and livestock watering and transportation. The department conducts various water-supply studies, monitors water quality and quantity and regulates sources of water pollution. The department also represents Missouri in water resource issues that traverse political boundaries including the Mississippi, Missouri and White rivers and their basins.

I’d like to highlight just a few ex-amples where the department is helping communities plan for their future water resource needs.

Great Northwest Wholesale Water Commission

Since 2003, the department has been providing financial support and technical assistance to the Water Partnership for Northwest Missouri. This project focuses on options to ensure a 12-county region has adequate water to meet current needs and facilitate future growth. After surveying the water needs and studying many options, the partnership endorsed a regional water transmission strategy and transitioned to a Water Commission to oversee a regional wholesale water system. This commission, known as the Great Northwest Wholesale Water Commission, includes representation from each of the local water systems and communities that obligate themselves fi-nancially to be part of the regional water delivery system. To date, approximately 15 communities and public water supplies are commission members. Five planning phases have been completed and included the estimated costs for evaluating the existing water supplies and systems.

Locust Creek Watershed Study – North Central Missouri

The department has supported the need for increased water supplies in North Central Missouri. Additionally, the Locust Creek contains one of the State’s outstanding examples of natural wet

prairie wetlands at Pershing State Park, as well as productive agricultural lands. The department and Corps of Engineers are collaborating to protect valuable park features, improve the stream, and assist with planning for a public drinking water supply reservoir.

The East Locust Creek Reservoir is designed primarily to address an acute water shortage in north central Missouri, as well as to provide for flood preven-tion/mitigation, recreational opportuni-ties and economic development. The reservoir will provide 7 million gallons of water per day for approximately 54,000 residents in 10 north central Missouri counties that include Adair, Chariton, Grundy, Linn, Livingston, Macon, Mer-cer, Putnam, Schuyler and Sullivan.

Southwest Missouri water demand forecasting

The department partnered with the Corps to develop a 50-year water de-mand forecast for a 16-county region in southwest Missouri. The study provides a comprehensive report to address both the short-term and long-term municipal, agricultural, and industrial water supply needs of southwest Missouri. The study area covers all or parts of 16 counties in southwest Missouri. Water demand projections were projected from the 2010 baseline regional water demand and re-sults show that an additional 125 million gallons per day of water will be needed by the year 2060. This study will build upon ongoing efforts of the Tri State Water Resources Coalition, a regional planning organization that has been seek-ing to identify a long-term, regional water supply strategy.

The Department of Natural Resources will continue its water planning efforts to protect water quality and preserve our Missouri waters. To learn more about the department’s water planning efforts, visit the department’s website at dnr.mo.gov.

Missouri’s Water Resources

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources conducts water planning efforts to protect water quality and preserve our Missouri waters. Photo credit: DNR.

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The beauty of the surrounding Ozark region and the steady flow of clear water from the many springs attracted settlers to the Montauk area in the early 1800s. These same natural resources entice visitors to this secluded area today. The springs in the northern end of Montauk State Park combine with tiny Pigeon Creek to form the headwaters of the famed Current River.

The village of Montauk proved to be an excellent spot for milling. A total of four mills served the community at vari-ous times and the last, a gristmill built in 1896, still stands in the park. The mill contains most of its original machinery and is open seasonally for tours.

Since its acquisition by the state in 1926, Montauk State Park has been one of the most popular vacation spots in Missouri. It is one of three Missouri state parks known for fine trout fishing. The official trout season opens March 1 and runs through Oct. 31. Catch-and-release fishing is available on weekends during the winter. A fishing license and daily trout tag are required. The cold, spring-fed waters are well stocked by the park’s trout hatchery, which is managed by the Missouri Department of Conservation.

You don’t have to be an angler, how-ever, to enjoy all that Montauk State Park and the surrounding region have to offer. The Current River is known as one of

the finest canoeing rivers in the Midwest. Both the Current River and the nearby Jack’s Fork River have been designated as National Scenic Riverways by the Na-tional Park Service, which helps preserve them in their natural, free-flowing state. Additional information about area canoe rental agencies can be obtained from the park office or lodge.

Hiking one of the park’s trails is an excellent way to view the area’s natural environment. Several species of native Missouri wildflowers can be viewed around the springs and along the Current River. Pine Ridge Trail takes hikers out of the valley, through a portion of the park’s natural area, and along the scenic hilltops. For a more leisurely walk, visi-tors can see Bluff Spring along the level Montauk Lake Trail.

Located adjacent to the Current River, Montauk’s campground features electric and basic sites with paved level pads, fire grills, picnic tables and lantern posts. Some campsites can be reserved in advance. Facilities include modern restrooms, hot showers, dump stations, coin-operated ice and laundry machines and a campfire wood lot.

Extend your stay by reserving one of many lodging options. The park offers single, duplex and four-plex and one and two-bedroom cabins, sleeping cabins and motel rooms. Lodging is available year-

round. A store in the lodge is stocked with grocery items, camping and fishing supplies.

For more information about Montauk State Park or other Missouri State Parks, visit mostateparks.com or call 800-334-6946.

Sara Parker PauleyDirector, DNR

Spotlight on Missouri State Parks – Montauk State Park, Salem

eagle Viewing - feb. 8 and feb. 22Join the park naturalist by the stone

shelter and learn about Montauk’s resident population of bald eagles. Dress warmly for this unique opportunity to view the eagles as they tend their active nest. This program is free to the public. Binoculars and spotting scope will be provided, along with free cof-fee and hot chocolate.

Opening of 2013 trout season – Mar. 1Montauk State Park’s premier attraction is

trout fishing, and the Current River contains both rainbow and brown trout. The pristine waters and natural surroundings of the Cur-rent River are an excellent background for trout fishing.

Montauk arbor Day – March 9Free tree seedlings will be handed out

to park visitors at the Dorman L. Steelman Lodge. Let’s take time to plant a tree for future generations. Plant a tree at home and help “shade America!” Trees provided courtesy of the Missouri Department of Conservation’s George White Nursery.

Montauk State Park’s premier attraction is trout fishing. Join anglers of all ages at the park begin-ning March 1 for the opening of trout season. Photo credit: DNR.

agency news - department oF natural resources

Upcoming Events at Montauk State Park

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I can still recall the excitement in the student’s voice when they yelled, “A frog!”

Before I could turn around, everyone in sight gravitated toward the student’s call. I watched as their eyes widened, and the sight of this tiny creature stole the words right out of their mouths.

While it can sometimes be difficult to recall ones first experience in nature, one thing remains constant, once nature takes hold, it never lets go. I couldn’t help but wonder if such was the case this past Fall when I had the pleasure of taking 24 students from St. Louis Public’s Compton Middle School on an out-door adventure filled with first experiences in nature and environmental stew-ardship through the Open Space Council’s Opera-tion Wild Lands (OWLs) program.

OWLs is a land-based stewardship program cre-ated by the Open Space Council in 2006. Since its inception, it has grown into a program that prepares citizen volunteers of all ages to restore and main-tain public lands through-out the St. Louis region.

This past fall and winter, the OWLs program had many successes. In early November, more than 50 volunteers gathered to clear Bush Honeysuckle at Blue Bird Park in Ellisville, Mis-

souri. Even more invasive plant species were removed the following weekend when over 30 volunteers from Chesterfield, Missouri came together at their lo-cal Central Park. Students from Principia High School enjoyed a productive day of trail maintenance and Bush Honeysuckle removal along the Al Foster Trail near Glencoe, Missouri. We finished the OWLs sea-son with an event in early December where nearly 30 volunteers aided in the removal of dilapidated split rail fences from the Hilda Young Conservation Area in Jefferson County. All volunteers were able to enjoy beautiful weather at

various public open spaces in our region.

To date, nearly 200 vol-

unteers have donated their time improving natural habitats throughout the

OWLs Program Sees Success in 2012… Looks Forward to 2013

Blue Bird Park in Ellisville, MO – A young volunteer assists in removing invasive Bush Honeysuckle.

Al Foster Trail near Glencoe, MO – A student from Compton Middle School shows how affective her class was in removing invasive Bush Honeysuckle.

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thank You! BuSineSS alliance memBerSOur sincere thanks to all of our Business Alliance members. Your support of CFM is making a difference for Missouri outdoors!

region. As 2012 comes to a close, the Open Space Council is actively planning OWLs events for Spring of

2013. We anticipate a suc-cessful season and encour-age you to explore more information on Opera-

tion Wild Lands by visit-ing our website at www.openspacestl.org/programs/operation-wild-lands.

Michael Baker Project Coordinator, Open Space Council

Central Park in Chesterfield, MO - Volunteers, young and not-so-young, gather for a group photo after a successful day of removing invasive plant species from one of their hometown parks!

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Peter H. Raven is one of the world’s leading botanists and advo-cates of conservation

and biodiversity. For four decades, he

headed the Missouri Botani-cal Garden, an institution he nurtured into a world-class center for botanical research and education, and horti-cultural display. He retired as president in 2010 and assumed the role of presi-dent emeritus and consultant through 2014.

Described by Time maga-zine as a “Hero for the Planet,” Raven champions research around the world to preserve endangered plants and is a leading advocate for conservation and a sustain-able environment.

In recognition of his work in science and conservation, Raven is the recipient of

numerous prizes and awards, including the prestigious In-ternational Prize for Biology from the government of Japan

and the U.S. National Medal of Science, the country’s highest award for scientific accomplishment. He has held

Guggenheim and John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation fellowships.

Raven was a member of President Bill Clinton’s Com-mittee of Advisors on Science and Technology. He also served for 12 years as home secretary of the National Academy of Sciences and is a member of the academies of science in Argentina, Brazil, China, Denmark, India, Italy, Mexico, Russia, Sweden, the U.K., and several other countries.

The author of numerous books and reports, both popular and scientific, Raven co-wrote Biology of Plants, an internationally best-selling textbook, now in its sixth edition. He also co-authored Environment, a leading text-book on the environment.

Special Guest Speaker at CFM Annual Convention - Friday, February 22

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cFm convention 2013all of us at cFm would like to thank you for your gifts of time and generous support in 2012! we hope you will make plans to join us in late February at our 77th annual cFm convention in Jefferson city. we are making preparations now for our biggest convention ever.

our 2013 cFm convention will be held at the capitol plaza hotel in Jefferson city, missouri on February 22, 23 and 24. it is the only time each year where we gather to share fellowship, present awards, and craft resolutions to improve the outdoors.

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each year many businesses, affiliates and individuals contribute to our success by underwriting part of our costs for the weekend. we are deeply grateful for this incredible generosity! if you are already planning to attend and have any items or ideas for our use in fundraising, get them to us at your earliest convenience, so we may best plan for their effective use.

so, mark your calendar, then bring yourself and a bunch of friends along to share the last weekend of February with us in Jefferson city!

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conservation federation of Missouri2013 annual convention

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February 22-24 2013

resource committee meetings

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The US House of Rep-resentatives has pro-posed a massive cut (50%) to the State

and Tribal Wildlife Grants Program. Once again, we can expect a year of campaigning to save funding to support many of the programs that depend on this funding.

The sign on letter was delivered in early September

by the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (AFWA). Since then, Mark Humpert of AFWA has met with Senate staff on the impacts of se-questration on State Wildlife Grants and other programs. Sequestration would cut the program by 8.2%. Humpert met with Senator McCaskill and Senator Blunt’s offices in October. He conveyed the

meetings were generally posi-tive. A continuing resolution is in place until March 27th, which keeps funding at about the FY12 levels. However, SWG funds will not be ap-portioned to the states until there is a final resolution on the budget.

The Wildlife Diversity Funds come from the State Wildlife Grant Funds and if

there is a cut, it would have a significant impact on the ability for some conservation projects to continue. This fis-cal year will be about like the past couple of years. Securing funding for the future will be a struggle. This makes the March 2013 Fly-in meetings even more important.

State Tribal Wildlife Grant Programs Work Ahead

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Each year the As-sociation of Fish and Wildlife Agen-cies coordinates a 2

day event for Teaming With Wildlife advocates who are supporting funding for State and Tribal Wildlife Grants Program. The SWG pro-gram is the Nation’s CORE program for preventing fish and wildlife from becoming endangered in every state and territory. Last year AFWA partnered with the National Invasive Species Council dur-ing National Invasive Species Awareness Week to produce the event and provide a cost savings for both organiza-

tions. This year they are fol-lowing the same format. The event includes an awards pro-gram, advocacy training, an advocates welcome reception, a Congressional reception, and meetings with Congres-sional offices. Registration is required for Teaming With

Wildlife Steering Commit-tee representatives that will be attending. At this time attendees include: Debra Lee, Jennifer Battson, and Carol Davit.

TWW Steering Commit-tee members are looking forward to meetings with

congressional leaders and will discuss the successes as well as the needs of Missouri’s TWW program. Conserva-tion Federation of Missouri is working with Missouri Department of Conserva-tion on a new publication to deliver during meetings with Representatives and Senators. Following the March 5-6 Fly-in Meetings, there will be an event in mid-March to garner more coalition members and advocate at the Capitol. More information about the event will be emailed to TWW and CFM members in the near future.

Fly-in March 5-6, 2013- Washington D.C.

Conserve Life:SLow Down More than 1,100 people die on Missouri highways each year.

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Occasionally I have turned this column over to one of the more than 100 graduate students in The School of Natural Resources. These students are working with faculty mentors on a host of applied conservation problems from Missouri, to elsewhere in North America, to across the globe. Mr. Chris Bobryk, a Ph.D. Candidate in Forestry has written in this space before. I really enjoyed reading this new essay from him and

thought others would as well. As the familiar sounds of the holiday season begin to fill the air, Chris’ essay reminds us of nature’s sounds, which have their own strong seasonal com-ponent. Chris has me listening to the soundscape in the creek bottom behind my house with a new appreciation. I hope it does the same for you.

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Have you ever heard a sound that magically transports you

to another time or another place? A barred owl (Strix varia) bellowing “who cooks for you” before sunrise, ringing church bells, or even the crack of a 90 mph pitch off of a wooden baseball bat; these particular sounds are only a few examples of what are fundamental elements of coupled human and natural systems.

Understanding the role that sounds play within an environment is the basis for a new, progressive ecological discipline termed soundscape ecology.

Sounds can tell us a lot about the environments we encounter, especially how the environment is changing. Recognizing the structure and diversity of a soundscape is a potential stepping-stone to identifying what a healthy ecosystem sounds like; however, the opportunity to experience natural sounds is decreasing rapidly due to the destruction of habitats and increased encroachment of

urban noises. This brings up a crucial question in natural resource management; are there new measures of prog-ress? Perhaps soundscapes may be used to help identify successful establishment of adaptive management prac-tices.

The term soundscape was broadly introduced to the public by Dr. Bernie Krause (author of The Great Animal Orchestra). He has spent the majority of his life recod-ing sounds of nature from around the world. From healthy coral reefs to the busy daily activities of African worker ants, Dr. Krause’s work has captured unique ecosystems, some that no longer exist.

A soundscape describes the arrangement and dis-tribution of sounds within natural and human-mediated environments. It is gener-ally broken down into three main categories: 1) Biophony: sounds generated from living organisms (bird songs, mam-mal vocalizations, or insect stridulations), 2) Geophony: sounds generated by physi-cal processes (wind, waves,

or running water), and 3) Anthrophony: sounds specifi-cally generated from human-mediated processes (sirens, horns, construction equip-ment, airplanes, etc.). The overlap of these natural and human induced events creates the soundscape as a whole.

The soundscape is com-prised of various components that work together, create balance, and project physical characteristics of the environ-ment for us to perceive. This perception is what helps us create a sense of place and meaning. The sound from organisms and the envi-ronment create a map, an acoustic road map, for us to read, navigate, explore and interpret our surroundings.

Drawing information or in-spiration from our surround-ings is nothing new. In fact, it has been going on for cen-turies. For example, Ludwig van Beethoven based his 6th symphony on the sounds of nature. Beethoven focused on the sounds of the landscape to evoke the beauty of bird vocalizations, the power of thunderstorms, and the many other sounds of nature that

celebrate the joys of human connections to the Earth.

Ecologically, the sounds of nature form their own music, beautifully organized into their own symphonic niche and filled with information for us to interpret and tie to other elemental features of the landscape. Imagine what would happen if Beethoven left out a section of strings or percussion. The music would sound distorted, unbalanced, something crucial would be missing. Quite similarly, if you remove one species, or even several species, that make up the environmental orchestra, then it too will become unbalanced.

Many soundscapes have cultural, historical, recre-ational, aesthetic, or ever therapeutic values. Unique and natural soundscapes can be subtle but powerful links for humans to interact with their environment. There are many sounds in our world, natural and artificial, that can trigger a subconscious recognition of a previous event or place that we have embedded in our memories. Whether it reminds you of a

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hiking trip, fishing adventure, or even a big city visit, quite often particular sounds hold a special meaning.

For me, the cries and squawks of the American crow (Corvus brachyrhyn-chos) triggers a hefty mem-ory. It was when I was nine years old living in Michigan. My Father asked me to ac-company him to the farm where he had been hunting for over 20 years. Needless to say, I was excited. What kid wouldn’t be excited to finally go on their first real hunt with their hero? Today, I couldn’t really tell you for sure of what we did that day. What I do remember, and what has stuck with me up to this very day, are the sounds of the farm, particularly the crow.

Every time I hear the crow, it transports me back to that farm in Michigan. I feel that I am uniquely connected to this sound. When I do hear it, I can actually taste the air and picture the landscape, no matter where I am. This feel-ing is something that is very special to me and I appreciate the fact that I unconsciously listened and took a mental snap shot of that day, which will be with me forever.

Sound is mediator between us and the environment. We just have to listen. Sound-walks are unique experiences that are gaining much atten-tion through organizations such the Midwest Society of Acoustic Ecology. The next time you run or walk outside, take out the earphones, put the cell away, and try being

mindful of the subtle differ-ences in the sounds around you. Count them and even take note of their origins. Are they natural or man-made?

It is out of silence that sound begins. As philosophy is the product of wonder, soundscape perception is complemented by interactions or connections between man, species, and the environment. We can actively listen, record, and use sound to help us better understand the value of nature. We just have to listen

to what it’s telling us. It only takes about 30 seconds of listening to make inferences about the health and well-being of the environment. Conservation of sound may easily be a twofer: If we can conserve sound, we may be able to assume that we are also conserving the habitat.

Christopher BobrykDepartment of Forestry,

University of Missouri-Columbia

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agency news - department oF conservation

The Missouri Depart-ment of Conserva-tion (MDC) expects a spike in partici-

pation by Missouri student archers with the recent announcement by the Na-tional Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) that it will hold its 2013 NASP World Championship in St. Louis. The event will be held June 28-30 at the America Center and Edward Jones Dome, home of the St. Louis Rams.

Since NASP’s beginnings in 2002, more than 10 million students have participated in the student-archery program through more than 10,000 schools in 47 states and five countries.

For the past four years, the NASP world tournament has been held in Orlando, Florida, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Walt Disney World. The world tournament has drawn student archers from 25 states, Canada, Africa and New Zealand.

According to NASP, the 2013 World Champion-ship is being relocated to St. Louis because the location is more centralized and remains equally accessible for attend-ees from other countries. St. Louis also provides numer-ous off-site attractions and is more financially friendly to attendees. The new location also allows for more favor-able scheduling for coaches, teams, and schools.

NASP expects approxi-

mately 2,000 student archers to participate in the 2013 NASP World Champion-ship, including many from Missouri’s National Archery in the Schools Program (MoNASP).

MoNASP is coordinated and funded by MDC and the Conservation Federation of Missouri in partnership with hundreds of schools and supporting organiza-tions throughout the state. MoNASP is an affiliate of NASP and promotes educa-tion, self-esteem, and physical activity for students in grades 4 through 12 through partici-pation in the sport of archery. More than 56,000 Missouri students from 262 schools participate in MoNASP.

“We are incredibly excited for our MoNASP student ar-chers about having the NASP World Championship in St. Louis,” says MDC MoNASP Coordinator Eric Edwards. “The new location will be much more affordable and convenient.”

Edwards adds that nearly all kids, regardless of age, size or physical ability, can suc-ceed at archery.

“Kids love archery, and archery helps kids excel,” Ed-wards says. “School archery programs improve school attendance, increase partici-pants’ self-esteem and physi-cal activity, relate to learning subject matter, appeal to a great variety of students, get kids out-of-doors to discover nature, and can become a

popular after-school activity.”MoNASP will hold its 2013

state tournament at the Uni-versity of Central Missouri in Warrensburg March 23.

For more information on NASP, visit www.archery-

intheschools.org For more information on MoNASP, visit www.mdc.mo.gov

Joe JerekNews Services Coordinator,

MDC

NASP World Student-Archery Championship to be Held in St. Louis

Arrows flew all day as almost 1,200 student archers competed at the 2012 MoNASP state tournament at the University of Central Missouri in Warrens-burg. Winners and those with qualifying scores advanced to the national tournament. Credit: MDC

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agency news - department oF conservation

Because of its big riv-ers, many lakes and wetlands, Missouri is one of the leading

lower 48 states for bald eagle viewing. Each fall, thousands of these great birds migrate south from their nesting range in Canada and the Great Lakes states to hunt in the Show-Me State. Eagles take up residence wherever they find open water and plentiful food. More than 2,000 bald eagles are typically reported in Missouri during winter.

From December through February, Missouri’s winter eagle watching is spectacular. Discover nature with Mis-souri Department of Conser-vation’s (MDC) Eagle Days

events around the state, or enjoy eagle-viewing on your own. Eagle Days events include live captive-eagle pro-grams, exhibits, activities, vid-eos and guides with spotting scopes. Be sure to dress for winter weather and don’t for-get cameras and binoculars. Watch for eagles perched in large trees along the water’s edge. View them early in the morning to see eagles flying and fishing.

For more information, visit MDC’s website at www.mdc.mo.gov/events/eagledays.

Joe JerekNews Services Coordinator,

MDC

Discover Nature with Eagle Days Around the State

Phoenix, a bald eagle rehabilitated from injury at the Dickerson Park Zoo in Springfield, MO., showed off her wings and talons at Eagle Days in 2010. That included a friendly wing whack to Pam Price, the zoo’s director of conserva-tion education. Credit: Bill Graham

A bald eagle takes flight early in the morning, searching for fish along the Mississippi River in Clarksville, MO. Credit: Noppadol Paothong

Eagle Days events:Jan. 5-6 at Smithville Lake north of Kansas City (816-532-0174)

Jan. 26-27 at Lock & Dam 24 at Clarksville (660-785-2420)

Jan. 26-27 at MDC Springfield Conservation Nature Center (417-888-4237)

Feb. 2 at Mingo National Wildlife Refuge northwest of Puxico (573-222-3589)

other places for winter eagle viewing:

Lake of the Ozarks at Bagnell Dam Access east of Bagnell

Eagle Bluffs Conservation Area on Route K southwest of Columbia

Lock & Dam 25 east of Winfield

Old Chain of Rocks Bridge south of I-270 off of Riverview Drive in St. Louis

Riverlands Environmental Demonstration Area east of West Alton

Schell-Osage Conservation Area north of El Dorado Springs

Swan Lake National Wildlife Refuge south of Sumner

Table Rock Lake and Shepherd of the Hills Fish Hatchery southwest of Branson

Truman Reservoir west of Warsaw

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The Native Plants Program at Lincoln University Coop-erative Extension

was created to increase awareness about the impor-tance of native plants for conservation, food and the production of value-added products such as jellies and jams and floral arrange-ments. We believe that nature, conservation and agriculture can be integrated for the good of wildlife and people in Missouri.

Two Native Plant Out-door Laboratories were created with more than 80 Missouri plants, including wildflowers, grasses, sedges, ferns and woody species. Visitors can learn more about Missouri flora while observing birds, pollinators and other wildlife. These laboratories are in accessible locations and are open to the public all year. Guided tours are offered upon request. One laboratory is located at Lincoln Univer-sity campus in front of Allen and Foster Halls at 900 Chestnut Street in Jefferson City, Missouri. The second one is located in the grounds of the Martin Community Center and the Nicholas Beazley Aviation Museum next to the Marshall airport at 1985 South Odell Street in Marshall, Missouri. Demonstration gardens with native plants have also been established in other loca-tions.

We offer workshops and

seminars on native plants, including popular topics such as ‘Landscaping with Native Plants’, ‘Native Plant Propagation’, ‘Native Edibles’and ‘Card Making with Native Plants’.

During presentations attendees have the opportu-nity to test our newest food recipes using leaves, roots, flowers or fruits of native plants. We enjoy testing new ingredients at the recently inaugurated ‘test kitchen’ at Lincoln University. Some of our very own recipes include

hairy mountain mint ice cream, blue sage shortbread, dittany crackers, rice flour-persimmon cake and our special Ronnie’s persimmon cookies.

As you can imagine our most popular workshops are the ones that involve food, followed by one offered around Christmas time to create unique cards with pressed flowers.

We work across the state especially in Jefferson City, Marshall, Kansas City, several locations in the

Bootheel region and Colum-bia. An important event is our annual ‘In Touch with Nature’ field day at Allan T. Busby Farm that usually takes place the last Satur-day in September. Wagon tours, native plant garden tours and nature walks are offered several times during the event. Exhibits presented by Research and Extension staff provide information about important insects, aquatic wildlife, native plants and using goats to control invasive species. LU

Native Plants Program at Lincoln University in Jefferson City

Purple coneflowers at the Native Plant Outdoor Laboratory in Jefferson City. Photo credit: Lincoln University

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Farmers Market vendors and the MU-Raptors Pro-gram participated this year. Food samples using native plants are also offered. This diversity of exhibits and educational and fun ac-tivities brings children and adults of all ages. This is a free event.

The main highlight for the Native Plants Program in 2012 was the visit of author Douglas Tallamy on August 30 as a guest speaker to present his book ‘Bringing Nature Home’. After Dr. Tallamy’s presentation at-tendees walked the ‘butterfly corridor’ created by Lincoln University students , con-necting the lecture location and Native Plant Outdoor Laboratory . Here, many plants were observed bloom-ing in spite of the drought and hot conditions of 2012. While some participants tested the extensive vari-ety of desserts, appetizers and beverages using native plants, other waited in line for their books to be signed by Dr. Tallamy. Some dishes were provided by attendees and the Wild Ones group from Kansas City. This group formed by volunteers has published two books about native edible plants. The event was attended by about 300 individuals representing government, non-government organiza-tions and the LU community from across the state. Main collaborators included MO Wildflowers nursery, Mis-souri Prairie Foundation and LU-students and staff. Attendees expressed that the speaker was excellent and the whole event was well organized. An author/

speaker will be invited in 2013 to bring new ideas about incorporating native plants in urban gardening and landscaping. One of the goals of the Native Plant Programs is to promote native plant gardens in urban landscaping to create butterfly corridors that will benefit other wildlife.

For more information and volunteer opportuni-ties please contact Dr. Nadia Navarrete-Tindall at Navarrete-TindallN@LincolnU.Edu or called 573-681-5392. Visit our website: http://www.lincolnu.edu/web/programs-and-projects/native-plants

Dr. Nadia Navarrete-Tindall

Associate Professor and Native Plant Extension Spe-cialist at Lincoln University

Professor and Native Plant Landscaper David Tylka (left) and Nadia Navarrete-Tindall (Native Plants Program Director) with Dr. Douglas Tallamy. Credit: Randy Tindall

Lincoln University alumni and active volunteer Mr. Hugh Flowers chatting with Dr. Tallamy at the Native Plant Outdoor Laboratory. Photo credit: Randy Tindall

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In memory of Molly

William Hemenway ~ Saint Louis, MO

In honor of Sy & Sara Seidler’s 62nd Wedding Anniversary

Charity Sherrington & Mary Louise McAlister ~ Saint Ann, MO

In memory of Barb Kinder

Ronald Mackenberg ~ Warsaw, MO Darren Haverstick ~ Fair Grove, MO

Dick Wood ~ Saint Louis, MO Harold Kinder ~ Fenton, MO

Joseph & Linda Barnes ~ Highland, IL Michael McDonald ~ Villa Ridge, MO

Tom & Ruth Ann Dickerson ~ Jackson, MO

In memory of Mary Katherine McGeehan

Charles Jodts Georgia Zimmerman

EARP Meat Company ~ Edwardsville, KS Stanley & Joyce Myers ~ Strafford, MO

Ozark McDonald’s Co-op ~ Springfield, MO Bee At Home, LLC ~ Jefferson City, MO

Don Bedell ~ Sikeston, MO Bryan & Karen Goeke ~ Jefferson City, MO

Tim & Dena Dierker ~ Ballwin, MO Richard & Mary Ann Hyleck ~ Jefferson City, MO

Clint & Paula Zuck ~ Tuscumbia, MO Bob Ziehmer ~ California, MO

Bruce & Jan Sassmann ~ Bland, MO Edward & Geraldine Schuelein ~ Jefferson City, MO

Donald & Josephine Meyer ~ Jefferson City, MO Jeffrey & Kristine Coffman ~ Lebanon, MO

Stephen & Marilynn Bradford ~ Jefferson City, MO Jim & Joan Cologna ~ Springfield, MO

Faye Tietjen ~ Jefferson City, MO Ray & Patricia Haynes ~ Strafford, MO Roye & Amanda Cole ~ Rogersville, MO

Linda Rellergert ~ Saint Charles, MO P.E. Raithel ~ Jefferson City, MO

Blair Financial Services, Inc. ~ Clayton, MO Andrew & Jill Blunt ~ Jefferson City, MO

Gary Wall ~ Anchorage, AK Mark & Jennifer Freeman ~ Northbrook, IL

Howard & Marilyn Wood ~ Bonne Terre, MO Mathews Management Company ~ Springdale, AR

McDonald’s ~ West Plains, MO McDonald’s - #4212, #5344 ~ Washington, MO

Larry Abeln, Saint Louis

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Paul Beuselinck, Ashland

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Bill Lewis, Maplewood

Donald Madden, Palmyra

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Tyler McBroom, Jamestown

Ford Mendenhall, Columbia

Dennis Mitchell, Kansas City

Ron Moreland, Saint James

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Johnnie Neil, Sr., Warrensburg

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Phil Smith, Columbia

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John Thornton, Kansas City

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On warm winter days in late Jan-uary-February, a sweet honey-

like and almost spicy scent drifts on gentle breezes in some gardens and wood-lands. True spring is still a couple of months away, yet follow the scent and find an enchanting small tree in full bloom—the Ozark witch hazel. Even more surprising is that, despite the wintery time of year, small native bees, moths and flies venture out on these occasional warm days to forage, and thus pollinate, witch hazel flowers. Because of the cold temperature, Ozark witch hazel remains cloaked in its yellow, fringe-like flow-ers for many weeks, a plus for both insects and for the aesthetic value it adds to the winter garden scene.

There are two native witch hazels in our region. Mentioned above, Ozark witch hazel (Hamamelis vernalis) has horizontal branches at maturity with fragrant winter flowers. In its native range, it grows along creek banks and low, wooded areas. Common witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) has a more upright habit and blooms in October and November. It also attracts insects, active on warm days searching for a bit of pollen and nectar before winter. This species is more widespread, with a native range from Nova Scotia to Florida and west to Missouri. Ozark witch hazel grows in wet to average garden soil while common

witch hazel will tolerate very dry locations. Both adapt well to either shady or sunny sites. Growing to a height of about 12-20 feet, they are excellent options for adding color in the wintery months as well as offering habitat value for insects and for birds that come to nest in their branches. Witch hazel can be used to visu-ally fill the vertical middle of the landscape—the space between the perennials at the ground level and the tall trees. A diversity of plant types (perennials, shrubs, small and large trees) creates not only a more interesting scene, but also provides the best habitat for birds and other wildlife.

Though not a true hazel, witch hazel does have leaves that resemble our native hazelnut. The origin of its strange name is in the Anglo-Saxon word “wych”

Native Witch Hazels

Common witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) Photo credit: Scott Woodbury.

Ozark witch hazel (Hamamelis vernalis). Photo credit: Scott Woodbury.

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(bendable, supple or pli-ant) and the Middle English word “wicke” (lively). Early British settlers noted that Native Americans used its forked and crooked branch-es as divining rods to find underground water, similar to the European practice of using hazel branches. The branch would bend when it passed over a source of wa-ter. Also called dowsing, this practice remained a popular method for well-diggers into the 1900’s. Some American tribes valued the wood for making bows. The seeds produced by witch hazel are inside a hard capsule and are shiny, black and edible with a flavor reminiscent of pistachio. Both species of witch hazel were important medicinal plants for many Native American tribes. Highly astringent due to tannins, it was used to curb bleeding, treat inflamma-tion, and as a skin treat-ment for insect bites, burns,

cuts, and bruises. Witch hazel is still used today as a popular ingredient in many skin lotions, soaps and in hemorrhoid cream. As with any medicinal plant, be sure to identify the plant proper-ly, the part of the plant that is used, the proper prepara-tion and the correct amount to be used in treatment. Or just buy it already prepared!

Witch hazel plants are readily available at most garden centers and nurser-ies. Visit www.grownative.org for a list of native plant suppliers. While there are also Asian species as well as hybrids and cultivars, the native species is just as showy and desirable in our landscapes. Plant them where you will be sure to appreciate them during the winter months.

Cindy GilbergGilberg Design and Consulting

Horticulturalist Cindy Gilberg is a Grow Native! Professional Member, owns Gilberg Design and Consulting, has worked in the Whitmire Wildflower Garden and Native Plant School at Shaw Nature Reserve for many years, and writes about native landscaping for several publications.

MDC AnnouncesEnhanced Website for Mobile Devices

The Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) website at www.mdc.mo.gov gets more than 1.5 million views each month by people looking for a va-riety of information. Some of the most popular topics include hunting and fishing seasons and regulations, permits purchases, and find-ing local MDC contacts.

These popular topics and others are now more readily available for easier and fast-er access on smart phones and other small-screen mobile devices through MDC’s mobile version of its website.

Visit www.mdc.mo.gov through your smart phone and other small-screen mobile device to access the mobile version. It’s so simple that the website will automatically detect that

you are using a device with a small-screen, such as a smart phone, and offer the option of the mobile version of the website. The mobile version also gives users the option of viewing the full-browser version of the website.

“Our enhanced website for mobile devices is one more way we are improving our services and technology to better meet the needs of the millions of Missourians and others we serve,” says MDC Digital Communica-tions Manager Chris Cloyd. “And be sure to bookmark the site for easy access.”

Cloyd adds that some smart phones even allow users to save the mobile version of the website as an icon on the device screen.

Go online through your smart phone to www.mdc.mo.gov for mobile

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