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When does the magazine come out?
Missouri Conservationist is published monthly.
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How is it free to Missouri residents?
Print subscriptions are free to Missourians – one per household – as a service by the Missouri Department of Conservation. This is largely funded through our one-eighth of 1 percent conservation sales tax. That means for every $8 spent on taxable items in Missouri, one penny goes to conservation.
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Can I get the magazine mailed to me if I live outside of Missouri?
Absolutely! Out-of-state subscriptions are $13 per year, and out-of-country subscriptions are $19 per year. Contact our circulation office at ConservationistMagazine@mdc.mo.gov or call 573-522-4115, ext. 3856 or 3249 to find out more.
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Can I get a teacher set for my classroom?
Yes! Please contact our circulation office at ConservationistMagazine@mdc.mo.gov or call 573-522-4115, ext. 3856 or 3249 to get set up with a bulk subscription.
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When will I get my first issue?
We work approximately 60 days in advance, so after you sign up, please give about two months for your first issue to arrive.
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How do I change my address?
Visit The Conservationist Magazine, email ConservationistMagazine@mdc.mo.gov, or call 573-522-4115, ext. 3856 or 3249. Notification of address change must include both old and new address. Changes may take up to 60 days, or about two issues, to take effect.
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Is there a kids magazine, too?
Yes, Xplor magazine is written for kids age 7-12, and it is published six (6) times per year. For more information, please visit Xplor
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More questions?
Email our circulation office at ConservationistMagazine@mdc.mo.gov, or call 573-522-4115, ext. 3856 or 3249.