SCI BADGERLAND CHAPTER PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
From the President’s Cluttered Desk:
– By David J. Ekkebus, SCI Badgerland President
SCI Badgerland Chapter just concluded our 22nd annual fundraising weekend at Chula Vista in mid-February. Despite still shaky financial times and some uncertainty in the US and world economies we had a great weekend, exceeding the 2009 net income! There are still a few items on the Auction page here on the website. If you are seeking a great “buy” you might want to check out the items right now. The auction will conclude after the Mach monthly meeting which is at Herremann’s Restaurant in Sun Prairie on St Patrick’s Day, March 17th!
I hope you will all come to the Deer and Turkey Expo at the Alliant Center the weekend of April 9, 10 & 11 to see your spectacular Sensory Safari Trailer. The “SST” will be featured at many events this spring and summer. If you know of a good venue for SCI please contact Dan Jackson 608-225-8567 and let him know too. Watch for the SST at many youth and hunter oriented events to promote SCI and our conservation and education efforts.
TEACHERS and friends of teachers should be aware that SCI sponsors teacher candidates to The American Wilderness Leadership School ( AWLS). AWLS takes place at Safari Club’s Granite Ranch near Jackson Wyoming every summer. Educators can broaden their knowledge of wildlife ecology, wildlife conservation and enhancement of wildlife and wildlife habitat through the efforts of hunters and the benefits of hunting as the American Conservation Model for the World. Hunters manage and promote wildlife management not only in word but deeds and financial support. Get an AWLS application at any meeting, from any Director or call 608-296-3051 and have one sent to you or a teacher who might be qualified.
WE NEED YOUR HELP TOO! Now is the time to speak up and toss your hat in the ring if you would like to be considered to be nominated to the Chapter Board of Directors. Let me, Alan Heth or Dan Jackson know of your interest and qualifications. Of course, we also need volunteers to help with the SST, our Sporting Clays Shoot and Picnic as well as semi-annual Dining Around the World on August 7th.
YES! THE SPORTING CLAYS SHOOT IS BACK AND BETTER THAN EVER.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR JULY 17. WAUNAKEE GUN CLUB
SHOOTING FROM 10 AM.