As Missourians, we can count ourselves as lucky beneficiaries of a top-ranking state parks system that is easy to enjoy. Missouri state parks are plentiful and ecologically diverse: 88 state parks and historic sites preserve beautiful river-ways, portions of the Ozarks, deciduous forests, glades, and prairies. These parks are a venue for various types of recreational…
Read MoreShort Film Highlights from CEFF: Far Afield – A Conservation Love Story
by Caitlin Zera March 15, 2016 “Far Afield: A Conservation Love Story” is a charming character study of conservationist Bert Raynes…
Read MoreKansas City Waterpark is a World of Pollution
by Alicia Claire Lloyd 3/29/2016 New records, dated 11/3/15, obtained through document requests from the Missouri Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) (Worlds of Fun_151103_Anonymous Concern) reveal allegations that employees at Worlds of Fun (WOF) waterpark in Kansas City, Missouri were told to dump hazardous wastes into creeks nearby the facility. A former employee, a mechanic,…
Read MoreMissourians Support State Parks
Governor Eric Greitens could sell three new state parks if we don’t speak up! Here’s what you can do to help: Watch the video to Save Missouri State Parks Sign the petition to Save Missouri State Parks Save Missouri State Parks Video Sign MCE’s petition before January 4, 2018! We will file our comments with…
Read MoreMCE Applauds AG Koster West Lake Letter to EPA
PRESS RELEASE Date: March 9, 2016 Contact: Ed Smith, Missouri Coalition for the Environment, esmith@moenviron.org. MCE Applauds AG Koster West Lake Letter to EPA MCE Supports Action on Federal, Bipartisan West Lake Landfill Legislation St. Louis, MO: The Missouri Coalition for the Environment (MCE) thanks Attorney General Koster for keeping the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) accountable…
Read MoreShort Film Highlights from CEFF: Sharing the Secrets
The short film “Sharing the Secrets” leaves viewers wanting to seek adventure and discover secrets that lie below the surface. Sharing the Secrets Directed by Drew Perlmutter @drew_perlmutter Runtime: 12 minutes, 2015 “Sharing the Secrets” is a film about caves and people who love caving. The film is a mixture of caving footage, cave landscapes, and…
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