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Awards and Honors

The Department gives a variety of awards and honors to citizens that have demonstrated great conservation practices.

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Master Conservationist

The Master Conservationist Award honors living or deceased conservationists who made substantial and lasting contributions to the fisheries, forestry, or wildlife resources in Missouri.

Hall of Fame

The Missouri Conservation Hall of Fame honors deceased conservationists who made substantial and lasting contributions to fisheries, forestry, or wildlife resources in Missouri.

Logger of the Year Award

We recognize Missouri loggers who harvest timber using best practices. Find out how professional foresters nominate award winners, and browse news stories about the winners.

Missouri Arbor Award of Excellence

Win recognition, prizes and cost-share for taking care of your Missouri community's trees. Apply November through December.

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We protect and manage the fish, forest, and wildlife of the state. We facilitate and provide opportunity for all citizens to use, enjoy, and learn about these resources.