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Submissions reflect readers’ opinions and may be edited for length and clarity. Email Magazine@mdc.mo.gov or write to us:

Missouri Conservationist

PO Box 180

Jefferson City, MO 65102

Basking Bobcat

The picture on the back cover of the January issue of a bobcat basking in a sunbeam is inspiring. Thanks to the photographer, Noppadol Paothong, for sharing the image.

Marty Poleski
Twin Oaks

Fascinating Profiles

I like to read about the fascinating jobs people have at the Missouri Department of Conservation. Reading about what Janet Haslerig does as an avian ecologist was fascinating [Nature Lab at Work, December, Page 4]. Thank you for deepening our understanding of how our resources are protected by knowledgeable professionals.

DeAnne Brown via email

Nature’s Monetary Ripples

Thank you for Nature’s Monetary Ripples [Nature Lab, January, Page 4]. It really shows that outdoor sports not only brings families together, but creates jobs and income for families and our state.

I have read the Missouri Conservationist over my entire lifetime and each year it keeps getting better.

I recently retired from Bass Pro in St. Charles after 23 wonderful years. I miss seeing the kids’ excitement when they get their first rod and reel or hunting firearm. 

My dad taught me the correct way to hunt and fish; I taught my son and daughter; they have continued the tradition with their children. The time together in the outdoors with your family are memories forever. Thank you for your great magazine.

Jan Keithly Wentzville 

Clarification

The picture, to the left, of an experienced kayaker navigating between large gaps within the ice on the Missouri River was published on the back cover of the February issue of the Missouri Conservationist. Please be advised should you choose to kayak on the Missouri River — or any body of water — during extreme weather conditions, take all necessary safety precautions. Those include, but are not limited to, wearing a properly fitted life jacket, knowing the water temperature before you go out, and being prepared if your kayak capsizes. For more information, visit short.mdc.mo.gov/4Vk.