2015
Working together to “Keep sheep on the mountain”
WILD
SHEEP
Foundation
Midwest Chapter
Schedule of Events Convention Committee
Thursday, March 19, 2015
WSF-Midwest Chapter Board of Directors Meeting
6:00 pm
Hotel Chair: Scott Olson Co-Chair: Al Holland Co-Chair: Andy Otte, Scott Olson Live Auction Chair: Steve Powelson Friday, March 20, 2015 Chair: Dave Swenson Co-Chair: Loren Kohnen Silent Auction Conservation Social 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm Taxidermy Display Chair: Steve Powelson Chair: Curt Babler Raffles Saturday, March 21, 2015 RonBooths Vollrath Co-Chair: Gun Raffle Taxidermy Display, Outfitter andChair: Exhibitor Open 10:00 am Loren Kohnen Seating Chair: Chris Otte Co-Chair: Banquet Annual Meeting and Pizza Party 12:00 pm Andy Otte Exhibitor Saturday Afternoon Auction 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Booths Chair: Andy Otte Ladies Wine Event 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm Chair: Charlotte Babler Ladies Functions Backyard BBQ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Life Member Plaques Chair: Patti Murry Saturday Saturday Evening Auction and Raffles 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm Afternoon Program/Videos Chair: Brian Helm __________________________________________________________________________________________ Greeters Chair: John and Muriel Coulter Registration Chair: Patti Murry Advertising Chair: Scott Olson On-line Registration Chair: Brian Helm Audio/Visuals Chair: Brian Helm Pizza Party Chair: Al Holland
In a civilized and cultivated country, wild animals only continue to exist at all when preserved by sportsmen. ~ Theodore Roosevelt BANQUET SPONSORS
We would like to take this time to recognize those individuals that made a financial contribution to this event. More bighorns now call the Midwest home! 26 sheep transplanted near Deadwood, Charlotte Babler South Dakota
Dave & Judi Swenson Al Holland Loren Kohnen Doug Sinniger Tom Lenort
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SATURDAY AFTERNOON AUCTION LIST March 21, 2015
Note: The values placed on all auction items have been provided by the donors. Wild Sheep Foundation - Midwest Chapter discourages both over and under evaluation, but has no responsibility for the values submitted.
WILD
SHEEP
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Midwest Chapter
SA-1 WILD SHEEP FOUNDATION - MIDWEST CHAPTER LIFE MEMBERSHIP Here is your chance to get that life membership to Wild Sheep Foundation - Midwest Chapter that you have always wanted and make a tax-deductible commitment to protect the future of hunting and wild sheep. Value: $500.00 Wild Sheep Foundation - Midwest Chapter Address: 1806 Aspen Court, Northfield, MN 55057 Contact: Patti Murry Phone: (507) 645-8811 Email: patti.murry@gmail.com SA-2 SITKA GEAR - DEW POINT JACKET AND PANTS Since inception, Sitka has stood behind conservation organizations that make a difference. We believe in them and support them actively and wholeheartedly. There are very few conservation organizations, or maybe none for that matter, quite like the Wild Sheep Foundation - Midwest Chapter. This auction item is for a Dew Point Jacket and Pants. The Dewpoint jacket and pants are 100% waterproof. Value: $768.00
SA-3 PHEASANT HUNT AND SPORTING CLAYS 20 pheasant hunt and four daily memberships. Also includes Lunch for 4 and Sporting Clays for four shooters. Value: $740 Donated by: Wings North 19379 Homestead Road, Pine City, MN 55063 Contact: Chad Hughes Phone: (320) 629-4868 Website: www.wingsnorth.org SA-4 6 DAY IXTAPA MEXICO SPORT FISHING TRIP FOR 2 ANGLERS Lad Shunneson Adventures
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Lad Shunneson Adventures has donated this 6 day, 2x1 guided ‘fish slamming safari’ for two anglers. This is a sport fishing trip off the coast of Zihuatanejo Bay, Mexico, for marlin, sailfish, roosterfish, and shark with only 2 fishermen per boat. Schedule your trip with outfitter for open dates MarchApril 2015 or 2016 or July-August 2015 or 2016. Experience the best of Mexican sport fishing for 4 days on this adventure. Zihuatanejo Bay is a fisherman’s paradise, with a variety of fish that will please any sportsman. Included are 2x1 guide service, accommodations in outfitter’s private beachfront luxury hotel, licenses, taxes, meals and fish processing. Additional anglers may join at a 25% discount from usual rates ($2,887). Not included are alcohol beverages and gratuities. Arrival/departure point is Zihuatanejo Bay. Intense fishing in an 28’ or 40’ cruiser!! Value: $3,850.00 Winning bidder has to bring a second fisherman @$2887 Donated by: Ladd Shunneson Adventures, Ladd Shunneson www.shunnesonandwilsonadventures.com 303-258-7777
SA-5 BEAUTIFUL HANDMADE QUILT BY DANELLE SHIPMAN This timeless handmade quilt by Danelle Shipman would look great in any home. Fully donated by Judy Swenson Value: Priceless
SA-6 3 DAY YOUTH ANTELOPE HUNT Grizzly Outfitters LLC. Cole and Elaine Benton have generously donated a 3 day youth antelope hunt for a youth 12-17 years of age. This fully donated hunt can be either archery or firearm. Archery season is August 15-30 and the rifle season is October 1-30. Winning bidder can work with the outfitter to find available dates. This hunt includes lodging and meals and transportation in the field. Application must be submitted by May 30th with 100% chance to draw. Parent or guardian is to accompany the youth which is included in the price. Parent can upgrate to include an antelope hunt of their own. Donated by: Grizzly Outfitters, LLC 1230 Norma Drive Buffalo, WY 82834 Phone: (307) 736-2277 Email: grizout@vcn.com Website: www.grizzlyoutfitters.net SA-7 5 DAY FOR TWO HUNTERS & TWO NON-HUNTERS IN SOUTH AFRICA Numzaan Safaris 5-Day hunt for two hunters and two non- hunters in South Africa, with $1000 credit towards trophy fees per hunter. This unique hunting adventure with Numzaan Safaris, located in the Limpopo Province, is for two hunters and one guide (2 x 1), and two nonhunters. This safari includes 5 days for a wonderful hunt. Method of take is rifle, .270 minimum with 40 rounds recommended per caliber; no auto or semi-automatic rifles permitted. This hunt is available March to October 2015/2016 or an alternative year with prior arrangement. This hunt may be upgraded to 10 days at a daily rate of $350 per day per hunter. If upgraded to 10 day hunt, an additional $1000 credit towards trophies will be added to each hunter, totaling $2000 credit for 10 days. Additional hunters are welcome at $350 per day per hunter and non-hunting companions may join at $260 per person per day. This donation includes field preparation, includes day of arrival and day of departure, Lodging and meals. Not included are dip & pack, gratuities and shipping of trophies to USA. We are the only hunting outfitters that can supply you with a competitive shipping quotation. Value: $6,000.00 Donated by: Numzaan Safaris Numzaan Safaris PO Box 1450 Thabazimbi 0380 South Africa PO Box 1450 Thabazimbi 0380 South Africa E-mail: numzaan@iafrica.com Website: www. numzaan.com
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SA-8 3 DAY PHEASANT HUNT IN SOUTH DAKOTA FOR 3 HUNTERS Disciple Guide Service Josh P. Kugler Available dates: Oct. 28-30, Oct. 31-Nov. 2 Hunting will be conducted on private land. Included in hunt: Transportation during hunt, experienced guides and dogs, premium hot field lunches each day(not just sandwiches), snacks and drinks throughout the day, processing and packaging of birds, orange hat and safety glasses. Not included: Motel (Kimball/Mitchell) Breakfast and Evening Meals, License $115 Value:$3,525.00 Donated by: Josh Kugler 1875 W 275 N Angola, IN 46703 260-243-1001 Email: info@discipleguideservice.com Website: www.discipleguideeervice.com SA-9 BAHAMAS BONEFISHING TRIP FOR TWO Nervous Waters The pristine waters of the Bahamas offer some of the best opportunities in the world to catch bonefish with a fly rod. Here’s your chance to take an amazing vacation and support the Wild Sheep Foundation at the same time. Enjoy amazing scenery, 5 star accommodations at Abaco Lodge and fully guided fishing each day of your stay. The Abaco Lodge has air conditioned rooms with private bath, a fully stocked bar, pool, sitting room, an outside fire pit and patio space. This trip of a lifetime includes 4 nights lodging, 3 full days of guided fishing, all meals and beverages (including alcohol!) and transfer to and from fishing locations. Not included are Airfare, Booking Fees/VAT tax airport transportation and fishing license. Trips are on a first come, first served basis and need to be redeemed within 12 months of purchase. Value $6,850.00 Donated by: David Denies Contact: Michael Martin Phone: (877) 260-4332 Email: michael@daviddenies.com Website: www.daviddenies.com
SA-10 DEER SIZED SHOULDER MOUNT Dale Selby, Wildlife Taxidermy Dale is a longtime supporter of WSF-Midwest Chapter and has donated a deer sized shoulder mount of your trophy. Donated by: Dale Selby, Wildlife Taxidermy Nicollet, MN Phone: (507) 232-3760
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SA-11 CUSTOM FITTED HIGH COUNTRY EXTREME HUNTER BOOTS Russell Moccasin Joe Gonyo The High Country Hunter Extreme is equipped with a new single piece Air Bob Sole that bridges the gap between the arch and the ball of the foot for added support and vastly improved longevity, plus an outside cleat pattern that helps stick to the mountain when sidehilling. The Extreme is built with a True-Fit® fiberglass shank, (68% lighter than steel but equally strong), that solidifies the arch area and makes the boot more rigid for surefooted traction. If you have ever stood on a 12” wide ledge at 14,000 feet and looked down...seeing that the first time you would bounce is 5,000 feet below...you will immediately understand the “walk anywhere, sure-footed traction” provided by the combination of the Air Bob sole and a rigid walking platform. For significantly more walking comfort during long tough during days in the mountains, a thick layer of Poron Technical Foam, (that doesn’t compress under walking pressure), is built into the bottom of the boot. The uppers of the High Country Hunter Extreme are lined in Turtleskin and leather...providing superb lower leg and ankle support and protection from jagged rocks. Double vamp, made in a fine grained wear resistant Ebbtide leather. Available in women’s sizes too. Value $567.00 Fully Donated by: Russell Moccasin Joe Gonyo New Berlin, WI (920) 361-2252
SA-12 3 DAY 2 BIRD RIO TURKEY HUNT IN KANSAS FOR ONE HUNTER FOR 2016 Flint Hills Adventures Galen and Judy Kleymann have graciously donated this 3 day 2 bird Rio turkey hunt will take place in Chautauqua County Kansas. Hunt to take place April 13-May18 2016. Hunt can be delayed to 2017. License fee $ 125.00, Pick up at either Tulsa OK or Wichita, KS airport. Accomodations are included during the hunt. Not included Non-resident Licenses - $71.00 Turkey Permit - $30.50 Initial license and $20.50 for the second. Non hunting companion $225. Additional hunters welcome at regular rates. Value:$1,100.00 Donated by: Flint Hills Adventures 1439 Road 29 Elk City KS 67344 316-323-2802 Email:info@flinthillsadventures.com Website:www.flinthillsadventures.com
SA-13 ENDOWMENT RIFLE Roger Van Raden Fully donated by Roger Van Raden, this rifle a Synthetic Weatherby Vangard in .270 Short Mag with a 3x9 Leupold scope with the funds being directed into the Chapters endowment fund to ensure this gift continue to provide funds to “put sheep on the mountain”. Fully Donated by: Roger Van Raden Phone: (701) 298-0675 Email: honestrogvr@gmail.com
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SA-14 PAGATO LAKE OUTPOST CAMP TRIP Lawrence Bay Lodge This is a non-guided 5 day, 5 night fishing trip for four on Pagato Lake. Round trip floatplane transportation from Lawrence Bay Airways (Southend, SK) to Pagato Lake Outpost is included in this trip. You will stay at a fully modern cabin with access to boats, gas, motors, cooking and eating utensils. You bring your own groceries and sleeping bags. Fantastic Northern Pike and Walleye is to be had by all. Contact Phil for available dates throughout the summer. Value: $6,000.00 Donated by: Phil Engen, Lawrence Bay Lodge Box 128 Tolna, ND 58380 Phone: (701) 262-4560 Fax: (701) 262-4233 Email: lblodge@stellarnet.com Website: www.lawrencebay.com SA-15 WINGS NORTH ONE YEAR MEMBERSHIP WITH INITIATION FEE Chad Hughes once again has come thru with a one year membership to Wings North. This certificate includes a one year membership and initiation fee, valid for new members only. Located in Pine City MN this hunting preserve is close enough to the Twin Cities for the day trip, yet far enough away to get away from it all. Value: $800.00 Fully donated by: Wings North 19379 Homestead Road, Pine City, MN 55063 Contact: Chad Hughes Phone: (320) 629-4868 Website: www.wingsnorth.org SA-16 4 NIGHT STAY AT FAIRMONT CHATEAU LAKE LOUISE (ALBERTA) WITH AIRFARE FOR 2 PEOPLE Enjoy a 4 night stay including daily breakfast for two in the dining room at this prestigious member of Conde Nast’s Gold List and one of the Top 500 Hotels in the World according to Travel+Leisure Magazine. This property is located three hours from Calgary and only one hour from Banff. The majestic mountains soaring skyward are reflected in the vibrant blues and greens of the glacier that feeds Lake Louise. The package includes 2 round-trip coach class tickets from any major metropolitan airport in the 48 contiguous United States to Calgary, Canada, subject to availability. Airfare must be booked one year from date of purchase. Blackout dates: Thanksgiving(US), Christmas, New Year’s Week. Value $8,080.00 SA-17 WSF “2016 SHEEP SHOW” COMPLIMENTARY COUPLE REGISTRATION This is a Complimentary Couple Registration for the 2016 Wild Sheep Foundation Sheep Show in Reno, Nevada. This registration includes three days of entrance into the Exhibit Hall and all seminars, Wednesday Grand Opening Party, WSF Awards Banquet, Friday Evening Auction and Saturday Night Finale Banquet. Additional functions may be purchased separately. Dates for the Sheep Show will be January 7-10, 2016. Donated by: Gray Thornton, Wild Sheep Foundation 720 Allen Avenue, Cody, WY 82414 Phone: (307) 527-6261, Fax: (307) 527-7117
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SA-18 ALBERTA SPRING BEAR HUNT Sherwood Outfitters This is for the Spring of 2015 for one hunter to take up to two bears with either archery or rifle. Sherwood Outfitters is a family owned and operated business. We have over 40 years of outfitting experience in Alberta. Tyler McMahon and Joey Lee Landry, offer spring bear hunts in one of the best locations in Alberta. The bear camp is located about three hours from Edmonton and pickup/dropoff is included. Not included: License, 5% GST Value: $4,500 Donated by: Tyler McMahon and Joey Lee Landry Sherwood Outfitters 52525 Range Road 215, Ardrossan, Alberta, Canada T8E 2J4 Phone: (780) 922-9277 (780) 818-7108 Email: landrylo@telus.net
SA-19 ARGENTINA DOVE HUNT FOR TWO HUNTERS Link Safaries Link’s Wild Safaris in partnership with River Plate is donating this WORLD-CLASS 3-day Argentina Dove Hunt for two (2) hunters. Located in Gualeguay, Argentina, (just 2.5 hours from Buenos Aires) River Platte Outfitters offers hunters the ultimate dove hunting experience. Winning bidders will stay at the sophisticated and relaxing Santa Rosa Lodge. Santa Rosa is located in the heart of prime dove hunting areas. Most of the hunts take place within 10-15 minutes of the lodge. Hunters will experience fast-paced shooting found only in Argentina. An average hunter will shoot 1000-1500 shells per day! Perfect for a beginner or avid wingshooting expert. Hospitality and personal service are the priority of the Santa Rosa Lodge staff. Hunters will dine on five-star Argentine cuisine and have the opportunity to sample fine Argentine wine. This is truly the hunt and experience of a lifetime! Winner bidder can add additional hunters at a highly discounted rate. Book a group of 6 and have exclusive use of the facilities. Donation Terms:INCLUDES: Day Rate, Gourmet 5 Star Argentine Cuisine and Wine, Lodging at Santa Rosa Lodge, Guides, Bird Boys, Laundry, Drinks, In-field Transport. Link’s Wild Safaris Services to assist with trip preparations NOT INCLUDED: Shells, Airfare, Gratuities, Gun Permits/Rental, Airport Transports, Hunting Licenses, Argentina Gov. Exit Tax. Transfer: $150.00 per hunter, gun rental $50.00 per day, Shells $14.00 per box, and hunting license $150.00. Value: $3,500.00 Hunt is valid year or following year of sale Hunt dates must be booked within 60 days of auction purchase THIS HUNT IS NON-TRANSFERABLE AND NON-REFUNDABLE. NO REFUNDS NO EXCEPTIONS. Jim Riley Director, Senior International Hunting and Fishing Consultant E-Mail: jim@linkswildsafaris.com Direct Line: 406-580-4036
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SA-20 6 DAY TROPHY ARCHERY WHITETAIL DEER HUNT IN NORTHERN WISCONSIN Superior Guides and Outfitters This hunt is for 1 hunter during the rut - Nov 9-14 2015 in one of the most remote areas of Northwestern Wisconsin. This hunt will take place in the heart of the Bad River Indian Reservation on private land! Additional hunters are welcome for $2,950. Non-hunters welcome for $100 per day. License fee for deer tag not included. Located in a premier corner of one of the top whitetail states, Superior Guides & Outfitters, (Ltd) offer archery whitetail hunts as well as a limited number of rifle and muzzleloader whitetail hunts for some very impressive racked and heavy bodied northern trophy whitetails. This is a fair chase hunt in some of the most remote areas of Northwestern Wisconsin. An all-inclusive hunt is provided based from our main hunting camp. Excellent home cooked meals and comfortable lodging. Record book whitetails are taken every year. 7-20 bucks sighted on average for a six day hunt. Hunter can use traditional, compound, or Crossbow. Value: $2,950.00 Donated by: Superior Guides and Outfitters 61108 Wiberg Road, Ashland, WI 54806 Contact: Mike Noskoviak Phone: (715) 278-3238 Email: superiorguides@cheqnet.net Website: www.superioroutfitters.com SA-21 $2,000 CREDIT – TROPHY ROOM CONSTRUCTION & DESIGN Robert Utne, Wild Images in Motion Wild Images in Motion is donating a certificate towards your dream Trophy Room from concept to completion. Donated by: Robert Utne, Wild Images in Motion 8875 West Highway 101 Savage, MN. 55378 Phone: 952-210-8672 Email: utne@mchsi.com
SA-22 6 DAY IDAHO BLACK BEAR HUNT Mike Popp’s Nature Adventures Pick up and return in Lewiston Idaho Accomodations are in a private cabin on Lolo Creek. Mike wants to encourage family hunts! Wife/Husband/Son/Daughters at 50% of auction price up to a total of 4 people! Tags are available over the counter and are at hunters expense. Season dates are April 15-May31 (Spot and stalk until May 1, also hounds May1-31. This hunt can be delayed to 2016 or 2017. Hunt method is truck or ATV. All color phases are possible! Value $2,850.00 Donated by: Mike Popp 2514 Glenwood Road Kamiah, Idaho 83536 (208) 935-2296 Email: Mikepopp@wildblue.net
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SA-23 3 DAY SASKATCHEWAN WATERFOWL HUNT FOR 2 HUNTERS Pacific Wings Prairie Outfitters Pacific Wings Prairie Outfitters is now providing waterfowl hunting adventures in Saskatchewan, Canada. Our hunting areas provide fantastic hunting for Canada geese, specks, snows and blues. In additional, ducks, sandhill cranes and upland birds round out the diverse bag our hunters experience. Hunt snows, specks, honkers, mallards and pintails. 3 days of hunting equals 3 morning and 2 afternoon hunts, includes lodging and home-cooked meals. Hunt over 500-700 custom full-body decoys, custom-built blinds, close shooting, 37 years of experience guiding waterfowl hunting. Nearest airport is Saskatoon, shuttle service to the lodge is available for additional charge. Call outfitter for available dates. Value: $4,600.00 Donated by: Pacific Wings Prairie Outfitters Contact: Mike Franklin Phone: (509) 967-2303 Email: pacificwings@hotmail.com Website: www.pacific-wings.net
SA-24 $500 TAXIDERMY CERTIFICATE Bucks Taxidermy Buck is a longtime supporter of WSF-Midwest Chapter and has donated a $500 certificate good on any taxidermy work. Donated by: Buck Schmidt, Buck’s Taxidermy W2209 Markey Bluff Rd Nelson, WI 54756 (608) 685-4130
SA-25 “THE WARRIOR” GICLEE JOSHUA SPIES Joshua Spies Fine Art From the original painting of the same name the bighorn depicted in this gilcee symbolizes the sheep of South Dakota. Battered, but strong and ready for the next obstacle they come upon.100% of the funds generated from these gilcees will go into the Chapters endowment fund. Joshua Spies graduated from South Dakota State University in 1996 with a degree in Fine Arts. His list of awards and recognitions is extensive, including Artist of the Year award for both Dallas Safari Club and Safari Club International and the appearance of his paintings in two major motion pictures. Fully Donated by: Joshua Spies, Joshua Spies Fine Art Address: P.O. Box 466 Watertown, SD Website: www.joshuaspies.com
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SA-26 WARTHOG, IMPALA AND BLUE WILDEBEEST HUNT IN SOUTH AFRICA FOR TWO HUNTERS Henk Jacobs, Bosveld Jacobs Safaris Our base camp is nestled in the world renowned Waterberg biosphere in the Limpopo province, where there is an abundance of Fauna and Flora. We are passionate about taking effort to cater for the individuals and their spouses. This is a ten day hunt for two hunters sharing a professional hunter. Each hunter will hunt a warthog, impala and blue wildebeest. Additional animals can be hunted from our normal price list. This hunt to take place during the 2015/2016 season. Value: $6,350.00 Donated by: Henk Jacobs, Bosveld Jacobs Safaris Vaalwater, 0530 Limpopo, South Africa Phone: 27 (0) 82 3287137 Email: riaan.hunt@vodamail.co.za Website: www.bosveldjacobssafaris.co.za
SA-27 TABLE FOR TEN AT THE 2016 WILD SHEEP FOUNDATION - MIDWEST BANQUET We are pleased to auction off a Table of Ten Registration for the 2016 Banquet of the Wild Sheep Foundation - Midwest Chapter. The date for the 2016 banquet is March 19th at the Minneapolis SW Marriott in Minnetonka Wild Sheep Foundation - Midwest Chapter Address: 1806 Aspen Court, Northfield, MN 55057 Contact: Patti Murry Phone: (507) 645-8811 Email: patti.murry@gmail.com
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SATURDAY NIGHT AUCTION LIST March 21, 2015
Note: The values placed on all auction items have been provided by the donors. Wild Sheep Foundation - Midwest Chapter discourages both over and under evaluation, but has no responsibility for the values submitted.
SN-1 WILD SHEEP FOUNDATION–MIDWEST CHAPTER LIFE MEMBERSHIP Here is your chance to get that life membership in Wild Sheep Foundation – Midwest Chapter that you have always wanted and make a tax-deductible commitment to protect the future of hunting and wild sheep. Wild Sheep Foundation - Midwest Chapter Address: 1806 Aspen Court, Northfield, MN 55057 Contact: Patti Murry Phone: (507) 645-8811 Email: patti.murry@gmail.com Value: $500.00 SN-2 2 PACKAGES TO THE LAURA INGALLS WILDER PAGEANT-WALNUT GROVE, MN - Follow U.S. Highway 14, also known as the Laura Ingalls Wilder Highway, west in southern Minnesota to Walnut Grove, Minnesota. During the last 3 weekends of July each summer, Walnut Grove comes alive as they celebrate the life of this world famous author of children s books. Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday night at dusk the community of Walnut Grove puts on an incredible outdoor play which tells the life of the young Laura who lived here in an earth dugout home on The Banks of Plum Creek in the mid 1800 s. This experience inspired Laura to write a number of children s books and much later her best selling books would inspire a long running TV series! Included in this V.I.P Package are two premium reserved front row tickets, lodging for one couple for one night at Tracy s beautiful Valentine Inn Bed and Breakfast and a $40 dining certificate for the Hideaway Restaurant in nearby Currie, MN. While in Currie there are a number of attractions to visit including an incredible railroad museum with an operational turntable, as well as beautiful and scenic Lake Shetek and Lake Shetek State Park! Board member and Past President John Coulter and his wife Muriel who live in Tracy, promise to show you all the sights if you want a tour guide! SN-3 7 DAY 2 PERSON ALASKA ARCTIC CARIBOU HUNT Alaska Outfitters Unlimited Alaska Arctic caribou hunting at its finest. Hunt Alaska’s largest caribou herd on their migration route from summer to winter habitatsin the passes of the Brooks Range.This hunt will be conducted under permit from BLM in the vast National Petroleum Reserve, although we will be over 100 miles from the nearest oil well.Camps will be simple wall tents with on the shore of one of a dozen or more lakes spread out over the foot hills of the Brooks Range. Our camps are within 10-50 miles of what is known as the most remote place in America. Hunters can expect to see from 10 to 10,000 caribou daily: most days sightings are 50-500. Hunters are asked to limit their gear to 50# including rifle. 2nd Caribou trophy fee $1,000, Grizzly trophy fee $4,500 Not included flight into Bettles from Fairbanks. Value $14,400.00 Donated by Aaron Bloomquist, Alaska Outfitters Unlimited PO Box 560 Tok AK 99780 907-892-2471
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SN-4 $500 TAXIDERMY CERTIFICATE Bucks Taxidermy Buck is a longtime supporter of WSF-Midwest Chapter and has donated a $500 certificate good on any taxidermy work. Donated by: Buck Schmidt, Buck’s Taxidermy W2209 Markey Bluff Rd Nelson, WI 54756 (608) 685-4130
SN-5 WYOMING GOVERNOR’S SHIRAS MOOSE LICENSE Wyoming Governor Matt Mead, the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission & Department, and the North American Moose Foundation (via the Wyoming Governor’s Big Game License Coalition) are pleased to provide the Wild Sheep Foundation Midwest Chapter with a 2015 Shiras moose license for auction. The 2015 Wyoming Governor’s Moose License is only valid in open hunt areas with more than 10 Type 1 any- or antlered- moose licenses issued. For 2014 this license was valid in 12 hunt areas: 1, 5, 10, 20, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, and 38/41. These hunt areas account for over 70% of Wyoming’s annual Shiras moose harvest. The number of licenses issued per hunt area MAY change from year to year. Seasons and license numbers for fall 2015 will be finalized in April 2015. Successful purchaser may hunt any open hunt area that qualifies in accordance with the above. The purchaser does not have to pick a specific hunt area and may hunt different hunt areas. The five-year waiting period between moose licenses does not affect the ability to purchase a Governor’s moose license, and purchasing this license is independent of applying for a moose license through the draw system. The license fee ($117 for Resident, $1,416 for Non-Resident) is waived. Preference points are not affected by purchase of a Wyoming Governor’s Moose License. 90% of the auction proceeds provide funding for Wyoming moose projects via the Wyoming Governor’s Big Game License Coalition. Wyoming Game & Fish Department 5400 Bishop Boulevard Cheyenne, WY 82006 Contact: Tim Thomas (WGFD) 307.672.8003 Tim.Thomas@wyo.gov Kevin Hurley (WY-WSF) 307.578.8613 khurley@wyomingwildsheep.org SN-6 ENDOWMENT RIFLE Roger Van Raden Fully donated by Roger Van Raden, this rifle a Tikka T3 in .270 Win with a 3x9 Nikon Monarch scope with the funds being directed into the Chapters endowment fund to ensure this gift continue to provide funds to “put sheep on the mountain”. Fully Donated by: Roger Van Raden Phone: (701) 298-0675 Email: honestrogvr@gmail.com
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SN-7 5 DAY MUZZLELOADER ROOSEVELT ELK IN OREGON Spooncreek Outfitters Ken Wilson of Spoon Creek Outfitters has donated this highly desirable 5 day Roosevelt elk hunt in Oregon. This hunt will give the high bidder a chance at this difficult-to-get trophy. This will be a muzzleloader hunt. Practically everything is included except the elk tag ($500), license ($140) and gratuities. Hunter must apply by May 15th, 2015 for the elk tag but your chances of drawing are 100%. Value $6,500.00 Donated by: Ken Wilson, Spoon Creek Outfitters P.O. Box 393 Coquille, OR 97423 (541) 396-2726 or (541) 404-2733 Email: spooncreek@hughes.net SN-8 6-DAY GUIDED BLACK BEAR HUNT Agassiz Outfitters-Waterhen River Lodge & Outfitters Our Agassiz-Waterhen River Lodge & Outfitters high quality, Manitoba spring and fall trophy black bear hunts located in this world class hunting hot spot of Manitoba are second to none. Bear numbers are extremely high in this part of Manitoba, Canada, as many hunters see and witness high numbers of bears at the bait sites. This hunt includes meals, accommodations, guides, trophy care and skinning of animal. Unguided trophy walleye fishing included. Additional hunters: $3,495, non-hunters $1,000. License not included. Valid for 2015 spring or fall. Value: $3,495.00 Donated by: Rick and Colleen Liske Agassiz Outfitters Address: Box 40, Waterhen, MB CANADA R0L 2C0 Phone: (204) 628-3491 Email: rick@agassizoutfitters.com Website: www.agassizoutfitters.com SN-9 5 DAY NEW MEXICO PLAINS GAME HUNT Tierra Encantada, Roger Gabaldon This hunt is for a 5 day hunt for New Mexico plains game on a 600 square mile privately owned ranch in southern New Mexico. Hunt must be taken any 5 day period between October 3 and October 16, 2015. Actual dates to be set by outfitter and successful bidder. Species to be hunted will be pronghorn antelope and management oryx (any animal with at least one broken horn.) An upgrade to trophy oryx is possible based on availability. Antelope will be hunted for three days of the five and oryx will be hunted all five days. Guides will be provided one on one. All license fees are the responsibility of the hunter. Arrival will be at Engle, New Mexico on the day prior to the first day of the hunt. Hunter will be met at Engle and escorted onto the ranch. All accommodations will be provided on the ranch. There are openings for two more hunters at the stated value of this donation, $7,500. License fees per non-resident:General hunting license:$65.00 Pronghorn $283.00, Private land oryx $1,610.00 Required stamp $5.00 Value:$7,500.00 Donated by: Roger Gabaldon, Tierra Encantada PO Box 10, San Antonio, NM 87832 (575) 835-3198 roger3rd@msn.com
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SN-10 $2,000 TAXIDERMY CERTIFICATE Robert Utne, Wild Images in Motion Wild Images in Motion is donating a certificate for taxidermy services in the amount of $2,000.00 This certificate may be used towards any head mount or big game life size mount. Donated by: Robert Utne, Wild Images in Motion 8875 West Highway 101, Savage, MN 55378 Phone: (952) 210-8672 Email: utne@mchsi.com Website: www.wildimagesinmotion.com
SN-11 COMPLETE SHEEP APPLICATION PACKAGE Hunter Application Service Larry & Stephanie Altimus are both long-time documented sheep hunters. They also are highly successful outfitters, but this donation is from another highly successful enterprise, their Hunter Application Service (HAS). They have made quite a name for themselves, as they allow their clients to use HAS money to apply for 14 sheep applications in every Western state that offers non-resident sheep tags. Yes, for the high bidder HAS will apply for 14 sheep applications and provide more than $15,000 for the tag fees. HAS will also purchase all required state hunting licenses (over $975 in value). If the high bidder has previously applied and has bonus points, these applications will simply add to that bonus point total. If the high bidder is drawn, he or she will be responsible only for that given sheep tag fee (or fees, if you are lucky enough to draw more than one tag). This sounds almost too good to be true, but it is true. I think with this explanation it becomes obvious why HAS has been so successful over the years. Do not miss this opportunity to “do it the easy way.” Value: $2,500.00 Donated by: Larry & Stephanie Altimus, Hunter Application Service 781 N. Central Road Pearce, AZ 85625 (888) 824-7748 • Fax (520)826-1032 Website:www.hunterapplicationservice.com E-mail: altimus@vtc.net SN-12 SITKA GEAR - STORMFRONT JACKET AND PANTS Since inception, Sitka has stood behind conservation organizations that make a difference. We believe in them and support them actively and wholeheartedly. There are very few conservation organizations, or maybe none for that matter, quite like the Wild Sheep Foundation - Midwest Chapter. This auction is for a Stormfront Jacket and Pants. The newly redesigned Stormfront Series is fit to comfortably accommodate maximum layers on top of your cold and wet weather layering system, in an uninsulated shell form. Constructed with a GORE-TEX® laminate, the Stormfront Series is hunting’s go-to protection for extended wet weather protection, period. is our waterproof, fleece insulated soft-shell answer for cold wet conditions. The uninsulated Stormfront Pant breathes well in mild temperatures, but it’s fit to accommodate layers from the Kelvin Series underneath, so it can be used well into the coldest, most brutal months of far northern winters. All zippers are welded and watertight. Dual zipper fly, built-in, low-profile nylon belt, and included suspenders keep the pant comfortably aloft. Adjustable cuffs allow you to cinch the pant over your boots and shingle water away from your feet. Value $1,148.00
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SN-13 10 DAY DALL SHEEP AND MOUNTAIN CARIBOU HUNT IN THE YUKON Widrig Outfitters Ltd. Hunt the Yukon on this 10-day, 1x1 guided for Dall sheep and Mountain Caribou. Method of take is rifle, bow or muzzleloader. Hunt dates are August 21st - September1st 2015. No alternate dates available. Hunt is by horseback. This hunt can be upgraded to include Grizzly Bear ($7500 kill fee) Chris Widrig has been guiding in the north over forty years. At the tender age of sixteen he began working for my grandfather, George Dalziel, one of the pioneer outfitters in Northern British Columbia. In 1986 Chris had the good fortune to purchase an Outfitting area in an extremely remote portion of Canada’s Yukon. Chris writes “I am currently the longest serving outfitter here in the territory.” Included are accommodations, meals, guide service, trophy fee for one Dall sheep and one Caribou and field prep. Hunt can be upgraded to include grizzly. Not included are any before/after hunt expenses, license ($150), sheep tag ($250) caribou tag ($150.00), dip/pack/ship, GST 5%, and gratuities. Arrival/departure point is Whitehorse, Yukon. Additional hunters @ $19,500. Non-Hunter is $4750. Value: $19,500.00 Donated by: Chris Widrig Widrig Outfitters LTD. 139 Falaise Road Whitehorse Yukon, Y1AQ3C8 Phone: (867) 393-3802 Website: www.widrigoutfitters.com Email chris@widrigoutfitters.com SN-14 HACIENDA CERRITOS GET-AWAY This donation is for six nights and seven days in a deluxe one-bedroom suite at Hacienda Cerritos, an exclusive luxury boutique hotel. Located on a private bluff just up the beach from Cerritos Surf Colony, this peaceful and private destination is sure to make your visit magical. Schedule your stay any time within two years. Winner is responsible to pay 15% Mexico government tax on purchase price only, payable at time of check-in. No other fees are required. Located just 40 miles north of Cabo San Lucas and just down the road from the historic artist colony of Todos Santos, Cerritos Beach is the best beach in Cabo, world renowned for exceptional surfing and voted first runner up in Los Cabos Magazine. Come enjoy a perfect family vacation or solo hiatus paradise. This is the ultimate Mexican getaway. Guys, this is your chance to let your loved one know how much you care. Not included is a 19% sales tax on purchase price which is due on arrival at hotel.Value: $3,728.00 Donated by: Cerritos Beach Resorts, LLC 468 North State Street, Suite 100, Lake Oswego, OR 97034 Phone: (503) 774-0351 Website: www.haciendacerritos.com
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SN-15 NEBRASKA COMBINATION LICENSE - ANTELOPE, DEER, 2 TURKEYS This is one permit open to residents and non-residents, which allows the take of one pronghorn, one deer (mule deer or whitetail) and two turkeys. The Combination Permit is valid until filled during hunting seasons beginning in the year of issuance (2014) and seasons beginning in the subsequent calendar year (2015). The permit is also season choice which means it can be used during nay open season with weapons valid for that season. Donated by: Nebraska Game & Parks Commission 2200 N 33rd St., PO Box 30370, Lincoln, NE 68503-0370 Contact: Leslie Hershberger Phone: (402) 471-0641 Website: www.OutdoorNebraska.org
SN-16 MARCO POLO ORIGINAL PAINTING Joshua Spies Joshua Spies graduated from South Dakota State University in 1996 with a degree in Fine Arts. His list of awards and recognitions is extensive, including Artist of the Year award for both Dallas Safari Club and Safari Club International and the appearance of his paintings in two major motion pictures. Here is your opportunity to own this ORIGINAL painting! Donated by: Joshua Spies Fine Art, Watertown, SD Contact: Mac Blais, Business Manager Phone: (605) 868-3463 Email: mac@joshuaspies.com Website: www.joshuaspies.com
SN-17 5 DAY TROPHY WHITETAIL HUNT IN SASKATCHEWAN Elusive Saskatchewan Whitetail Outfitters The hunting area is located on the south side of the provincial forest, approximately 30 miles south east of Meadow Lake. It has some of the best deer habitat and Whitetail deer genetics that the Saskatchewan Provincial Forest has to offer. Accommodations are warm, comfortable, heated, non-modern cabin. Pickup/dropoff in Saskatoon included. Not included license. Available date in 2015 Additional hunter are welcome. Value $4495.00 Donated by: Harvey McDonald Elusive Saskatchewan Whitetail Outfitters Box 40, Richard, Saskatchewan, SOM-2PO Phone: (306) 246-4788
SN-18 3 DAY OSCEOLA TURKEY HUNT Deep South Outfitter Here is your chance to complete your turkeys of North America. This 3 day one bird hunt in central florida can be upgraded to include Alligator, hog and fishing. Licenses are available over the counter. Additional tom can be taken for $700. This hunt can be taken in 2016 as well. Season is March and April and is a perfect time to head to Florida. Starting point of this hunt is Crystal River Florida. Value $1,800.00 Donated by: Billy Henderson 6949 W Buckberm Court Crystal River, FL 34429 (352) 563-1337 Email: info@flinthillsadventures.com Website: www.deepsouthoutfitter.com
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SN-19 ARGENTINA DOVE SHOOTING PACKAGE FOR FOUR HUNTERS David Denies Wingshooting Three nights lodging and four days shooting at Pica Zuro Lodge for Eared Dove in Cordoba, Argentina. This package is valid for four guns. Package includes private lodging and housekeeping, private chef and all meals, beverages (alcoholic and non), recreation facilities at the lodge (billiards, flatscreen satellite TV, internet, in-ground Jacuzzi, swimming pool and fully stocked complimentary bar) professional guiding service and transfer to and from the shooting fields, as well as a personal field assistant to carry your equipment, reload your shotgun, provide anything you might like while shooting, and keep your bird count, if desired. Not included is the airfare, shotgun shells, gun rental (if necessary), Argentina shooting license, land rights/airport transportation fees and gratuities. Trips are on a first come, first served basis and must be redeemed within 12 months of purchase. Value:$9,980.00 Donated by: David Denies Contact: Michael Martin Phone: (877) 260-4332 Email: michael@daviddenies.com Website: www.daviddenies.com SN-20
FISHING TRIP FOR TWO ON REINDEER LAKE
Lawrence Bay Lodge This is a 4 day, 5 night fishing trip for two people. Lawrence Bay Lodge sets new standards of excellence for the best northern pike fishing in Canada, northern pike fishing guides, Canada fishing lodges and service. Located on Reindeer Lake in Northern Saskatchewan, Lawrence Bay Lodge offers some of the best fresh water northern pike, walleye, arctic grayling and lake trout fishing in Saskatchewan, Canada. Our Cree Indian fishing guides float planes, fishing boats and equipment are first class. Our cabins are fully modernized and we serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. Lunch is a shore lunch, prepared by your guide - an experience in its self. Roundtrip floatplane transportation (Approx $800.00) from Lawrence Bay airways(Southend, SK.) to lodge is not included. Contact Phil for available dates throughout summer months. Trip can be upgraded to include Moose or black bear if season is open during your stay. This trip CANNOT be delayed.Value: $4,990.00 Donated by: Phil Engen, Lawrence Bay Lodge Box 128 Tolna, ND 58380 Phone: (701) 262-4560 Fax: (701) 262-4233 Email: lblodge@stellarnet.com Website: www.lawrencebay.com
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SN-21 5 DAY MEXICO COUES DEER HUNT El Rodeo Hunting Lodge Ubaldo Lopez has once again came back to our chapter with this 5 day Coues deer hunt in old Mexico. You will be hunting on one of Ubaldo’s private leases for the Gray Ghost! Available dates are Dec 01 to 05 Dec 06 to 10 or Dec. 18 to 22 2015. All transportation from Hermosillo, Mexico to hunting site is included. Lodging to take place in a ranch house. All meals during the hunt are included. Non-Hunter rate @ $250.00 per day. Value $5.000.00 Donated by: Ubaldo Lopez, El Rodeo Hunting Lodge Teresa Macias 11A colonia San Juan CP. 83070 Phone: 011-52-662-2131592 E-mail: ubaldolopez@live.com.mx Website: www.rodeohunting.com
SN-22 MID-ASIAN IBEX HUNT Asian Mountain Outfitters This 6-8 day hunt is for 2015/2016 with the most common hunt dates being September and October but the season runs from August 15th to February 28th. This hunt is conducted on horseback or on foot in high elevations – comparable to a BC mountain goat hunt – and requires experience with mountain hunting and long-range shooting. You must be in shape and ready to hunt hard in tough conditions and be able to ride a horse extensively. The hunt includes the license and trophy fee for the first Ibex. Hunters have the option of shooting a second ibex ($5,500) or a Roe Buck ($4,500) both of which would be on trophy fee. This ibex hunt can also be upgraded to include both Ibex and Marco Polo for $25,000. An additional hunter can be added for $8,750 if hunt space is available. A non-hunting companion can be included for an additional $2,500. This hunt can be postponed until 2016/2017 for an extra cost and approval. This hunt does not include airfare (to and from) or lodging in Bishkek. Value: $9,200.00 Donated by: Bryan Martin, Asian Mountain Outfitters PO Box 518, Craig, CO 81626 Phone: (250) 317-5525 or (970) 629-5086 Email: bryanmartin@gmail.com Website: www.asianmountainoufitters.com
SN-23 LIFE MEMBERSHIP TO NATIONAL WILD SHEEP FOUNDATION With this donation you can enjoy the benefits of a Life Membership to the Wild Sheep Foundation. Life Membership advantages include receiving a lifetime subscription to Wild Sheep magazine, which is printed quarterly. You will also become eligible for hunt drawings during their annual convention. Value: $1,000.00 Donated by: Gray Thornton, Wild Sheep Foundation 720 Allen Avenue, Cody, WY 82414 Phone: (307) 527-6261, Fax: (307) 527-7117 Email: info@wildsheepfoundation.org, Website: www.wildsheepfoundation.org
SN-24 ONE WEEK PRIVATE CABIN USE FOR UP TO 12 PEOPLE – ONTARIO Don Dusick Long-time member Don Dusick has once again fully donated this one week stay at his private cabin approximately 180 miles across the Minnesota border near the Ontario village of English River. Don says you can bring up to 12 people to enjoy this ultimate vacation retreat accessible only by private road with locked gate on a private lake! The walleye fishing and the facility itself are absolutely first class. THIS MAY BE YOUR LAST OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE DON’S CABIN DONATION! Value: Priceless. Donated by; Don Dusick 1668 125th Street, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 Phone: (715) 723-1004
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SN-25 JERRY JOHNSON CUSTOM KNIFE J.L. Johnson Knives Long-time donor and supporter of Wild Sheep Foundation - Midwest Chapter, Jerry Johnson, has again donated a custom knife to our auction. Donated by: J. L. Johnson Custom Knives 29847 260th Street, Worthington, MN 56187 Phone: (507) 376-9253 Email: doctorj55@yahoo.com
SN-26 5 DAY COLORADO ELK DROP CAMP Horn Fork Guides Joe Boucher has donated an elk hunting drop camp for up to three people in unit 481 during the archery season. The dates would be Sept. 21st thru the 26th. We would pack in on the 20th and out on the 27th. Tags need to be applied for by hunter by April 1st and usually they are drawn with no preference points. We provide a fully functional camp with 14 X 16 wall tent, drop cloth, sleeping pads, table, lantern, stove, axe, shovel, saw and latrine. Hunter provides sleeping bag, weapon, personal gear, food and cooking utensils. We pack you in and out of wilderness camp and pack out any game you may take as well. Horses are not left in camp. Hunting is at timberline around 11,000 to 12,000 ft. Elk populations are strong and upper end bulls will be in the 300 to 320 class. Hunt starts in Buena Vista, Co. Value $5,400.00 Donated by: Joe Boucher, Horn Fork Guides P.O. Box 776, Buena Vista, Colorado, 81211 Phone: (719) 395-3665
SN-27 2015 SOUTH DAKOTA BIGHORN SHEEP TAG South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks Address: 4130 Adventure Trail Rapid City, SD 57702 Contact: John Kanta Phone: (605) 394-2391 100% of the sale price for South Dakota’s Bighorn Sheep auction tag will be returned to South Dakota Game Fish and Parks for bighorn sheep management. The license is nontransferable and valid during the 2015 season which runs from Sept. 1, 2015 - Dec. 31, 2015. This tag will be good for Unit 2 only which is Custer County west of SD Highway 79 except Custer State Park, Wind Cave National Park, and Jewel Cave Nation Park. Harvesting rams in the 170”-180” is typical. Tag is available to residents and non-residents. A 5% buyers premium will be added to the final bid price of each special permit sold, unless prohibited by statute. Proceeds will be dedicated to WSF-Midwest Conservation Initiatives.
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SN-28 3 NIGHT FAIRMONT CHATEAU WHISTLER SKI GETAWAY Enjoy a 3-night stay in a standard Fairmont room including daily breakfast for two at this prestigious member of Conde Nast’s Gold List and one of the Top 500 Hotels in the World according to Travel+Leisure Magazine. This property is located 75 miles from Vancouver. If you’re looking for breathtaking scenery and you appreciate impeccable service, innovative cuisine and luxurious accommodations, The Fairmont Chateau Whistler is your very own piece of heaven on earth. Summer or winter, business or pleasure, Whistler is the place to be. Nestled at the foot of Blackcomb and Whistler Mountains, you’ll discover a majestic chateau-style hotel with luxurious rooms, a wide array of dining options, a full-service spa, The Spa at Chateau Whistler and the award winning Chateau Whistler Golf Club. This experience includes, 3-night stay in a standard Fairmont room at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler, British Columbia, daily breakfast for 2, $500 in Fairmont gift cards that can be used towards the purchase of lift tickets for Whistler and Blackcomb Ski Resorts, roundtrip coach class airfare for 2 from within the 48 contiguous U.S. to Vancouver, Canada, Winspire booking & concierge service. Airfare must be booked within one year from the date of purchase. Airfare taxes and a $25 per person processing fee are the responsibility of the purchaser. Blackout dates: Thanksgiving (U.S.), Christmas, and New Year’s weeks. Value $8,006.00 Additional packages available!
SN-29 GUN SAFE Reed Custom Gun Safes This safe is constructed with 3/16” body and ½” total door thickness. Reed Custom, the manufacturer of steel custom gun safes, offers the leading fire protection in the industry. Reed Custom Safes also come with the most unique vertical slider system and are built right here in Minnesota! Backed by a limited lifetime warranty, our gun safes allow you to dream big. Your investment in your firearms and valuables deserve the best protection available and that is a Reed Custom Safe. Value: $4,800.00 Donated by: Reed Custom Gun Safes PO Box 787, Warroad, MN 56763 Phone: (218) 386-3873 Email: bfish@hotmail.com SN-30 FINE LINES BRONZE Rick Taylor Generously donated by RICK TAYLOR - SCULPTOR: In 2013, DSC Member Jim Lines harvested a monster stone sheep in northeast British Columbia, home of the world record Chadwick ram. With over 16” bases, this ram had great genetics and scored over 184 B&C. Jim commissioned the artist to create a bronze to match his life-size mount and with this back story, the title for the piece was obvious. This bronze will be a treasured addition to any home, office or trophy room. This bronze is a limited edition #5/48 at 1/5 scale, measures 17”L x12”H and comes with a walnut base. This bronze has recently sold for $10,500.00!! Rick Taylor Box 547 Kaslo, BC Canada V0G-1M0 250-353-7735, Website: www.ricktaylor.com Email: rick@ricktaylor.com
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SN-31 TAXIDERMY $500 CERTIFICATE BARR TAXIDERMY Dick Barr Dick is supporting the Wild Sheep Foundation-Midwest Chapter again this year with a $500 credit towards taxidermy work for the high bidder. Donated by: Barr Taxidermy, Dick Barr 119 W. Main St. Suite B New Prague, MN. 56071 952-895-9351
SN-32 4 DAY 3 NIGHT FULLY GUIDED TRIP FOR ONE PERSON. WINNING BIDDER MUST PURCHASE A SECOND TRIP Nootka Island Lodge The Cyr family has owned and operated Nootka Island Lodge for over 32 years. Come for the fishing adventure of a lifetime with guides and hosts who know the area well! Trip includes: Lodging, All Meals, Boat, Guide, All Fishing Gear, Cleaning and Boxing your catch. Nootka Island Lodge offers world-class fishing for Chinook (King) Salmon, Coho (Silver) Salmon, Halibut, Ling Cod and Rockfish in the rich fishing grounds of scenic, historic Nootka Sound, British Columbia. The serenity and seclusion of uncrowded Nootka Island Lodge provides a paradise for fishing! We were the first lodge on the island so we are the closest to the fishing grounds - just a short 1 to 5 mile commute! Along with lots of fish, you will see an abundance of wildlife including: whales, bear, deer, Bald Eagles, otters, and a variety of sea birds. Value $2,399.00 Donated by: Nootka Island Lodge Tim Cyr PO Box 230 Gold River, BC Canada, VOP 1G0 Email: info@nootkaisland.com Website: www.nootkaislandlodge.com (604) 960-0461
SN-33 2016 WYOMING ANTELOPE HUNT Western Gateway Outfitters Russ Roberts has once again came thru with a 100% donation to the Chapter. This year Russ brings us a fully guided 3 day antelope hunt that can be upgrade to include mule deer for $4400 or additional hunters @ $2500. Hunter to arrive in Hulett, Wyoming and all food and lodging will be taken care of at the lodge. This is a rifle hunt and does not include the license fee of $286 and the conservation stap of $12.50. Hunter must apply by March 15th, 2016 but the odds of drawing are 100%. Donated by: Western Gateway Outfitters 11426 Ridley Road, Saint Onge, SD 57779 Contact: Russ Roberts Phone: (605) 639-1589 Email: wgo@mato.com Website: www.westerngatewayoutfitters.com
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SN-34 10 DAY ALASKA INTERIOR GRIZZLY BEAR HUNT Alaska Wilderness Enterprises Our Grizzly hunts take place in the Alaska Range south of Fairbanks. This area of the Alaska Range, with its heavy willow draws and large open meadows, provides ideal habitat for some of the best grizzly hunting in Alaska. This 10 day hunt is scheduled to take place in May 2015. This hunt can be delayed to May of 2016 or 2017 so there is plenty of time to work this excelent donation into your hunting schedule! Hunter will fly to Fairbanks and then fly a charter into camp ($1100). Additional hunters at regular rate of $13,500.00. Non-hunter rate is $200.00 per day. Buyer to supply licensee $85 and grizzly bear tag $500. $450 trophy fee on Wolf as an incidental item. Value $13,500.00 Donated by: Alaska Wilderness Enterprises - Joe Letarte Box 16075 Two Rivers, Alaska 99716 907-488-7517 Email: wildernessenterproses@gmail.com Website: www.wildernessenterprises.com
SN-35 FUR JACKET Alaskan Fur Ladies here is a one of a kind bleached sheard mink jacket! Value $2,900.00 Donated by: Alaska Fur Gallery Anchorage, Alaska 428 West 4th Ave Anchorage,Alaska 99501 Toll Free:(888) 722-3877 Tel:(907)274-3877
SN-36 4 PERSON 3 DAY NORTH DAKOTA DUCK & GOOSE HUNT Northern Flight Guide Service Our three day waterfowl packages include home cooked meals, guiding, lodging, decoys, and blinds.We should see mallards, pintails, Canada geese, snow geese, sandhill crans just to name a few. Accommodations are provided at Woodland Resort in Devils Lake. Hunt can be upgraded to include afternoon walleye and pike fishing. Work with outfitter on dates. Season runs from October 3-Nov15. Extra hunters can be added at $425 per day and non-hunters at $100 per day. Hunt may be delayed until 2017. Value $5,700.00 Donated by: Northern Flight Guide Service Klye Blanchfield 1012 Woodland Drive Devils Lake, ND 58301 (701) 662-7280 Email: kyle.woodland@gondtc.com Website: www.take-em.com
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SN-37 BRONZE Masterpiece Investments Masterpiece Investments Charitable Division is proud to present the masterpieces of the renowned and prolific artist, Lorenzo Ghiglieri. Lorenzo’s artistic prowess as a master of African wildlife is celebrated worldwide. “Primitive Power” embodies the raw, elemental force that predates modern existence yet links present life to future survival. The dimensions of this piece are 21” x 36” x 14” and is a limited edition of only 150 pieces. The sheer power, magnificence and magnitude of the works of this modern American Master transcend description through mere words. The visual impact of his artwork speaks volumes and moves the uninitiated fine art admirer, the novice fine art collector and the seasoned fine art aficionado, alike. The White House permanent collection is the home of Lorenzo’s creation of the official “American Bald Eagle”, The Vatican houses his masterpiece, “St. Francis of Assizi, Man of Peace”, and his stunning “Mother and Child” is the showpiece in the private collection of the incomparable Italian Tenor, Luciano Pavarotti. Value: $35,000.00
SN-38 3 DAY/4 NIGHT LAKE OF THE WOODS CANADIAN FISHING TRIP FOR TWO PEOPLE Young’s Wilderness Camp Young’s Wilderness Camp is located on a remote five acre island on Steven Bay, which is seven miles long and comes off the famous Sabaskong Bay, Lake of the Woods, Ontario, Canada. It is the only resort located on Stevens Bay so fishing and hunting pressure are low as there is no public access into this area. Steven’s Bay is twenty to twenty-five feet deep in the center, with the east end of the bay being shallow, approximately eight to ten feet deep. It is an excellent spawning ground for all species as there are numerous bays and coves with weed beds that drop off to the deeper water. The Musky fisherman will see trophy fish over fifty inches long. Northern Pike, Walleye and Lake Trout are plentiful and every so often you will catch a real trophy fish. Small mouth and Largemouth Bass provide real excitement, especially if you use light tackle. Crappies have become so numerous they can be caught right from our dock in the spring and fall. Included with this donation for two people are everything needed: Meals, lodging with private shower, maid service, boat, roomy deluxe boat equipped with pedestal seats, casting platform, live well, trolling motor, depth finder, storage space and powered by a 40 h.p. Yamaha electric start motor, unlimited gas, transportation to and from the island, use of boat and motor from 2:00pm on day of arrival, private parking, dinner on day of arrival and breakfast on day of departure and 8 day conservation fishing license. Pick up point is a private landing in Nestor Falls, Ontario. All you need to bring is your fishing equipment, appropriate clothes, snacks and personal items. We take care of the rest! Extra days of fishing may be purchased at the regular rate of about $300 per person per day in Canadian Funds! Value: $2,150.00 Donated by: Young’s Wilderness Camp Perry & Carol Anniuk Nestor Falls, ON P0X 1K0, Canada (807) 484-2930
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SN-39 2015 WYOMING ROCKY MOUNTAIN BIGHORN SHEEP LICENSE Wyoming Governor Matt Mead, the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission & Department, the Wyoming Governor’s Big Game License Coalition, and the Wyoming Wild Sheep Foundation are pleased to provide the Wild Sheep Foundation Midwest Chapter with a 2015 Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep license for auction. The 2015 Wyoming Governor’s Bighorn Sheep License is valid in any open hunt area having more than 8 Type 1 ram licenses issued. The number of licenses issued per hunt area may change from year to year. Seasons and license numbers for fall 2015 will be finalized in April 2015. In 2014, this license was valid in seven hunt areas: #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 8/23. These hunt areas account for over 85% of Wyoming’s annual Rocky Mountain sheep harvest. For further information, please contact Doug McWhirter, Wyoming Game and Fish Department, (307) 527 7125 or Kevin Hurley, WY Wild Sheep Foundation (307) 578-8613. Successful purchaser may hunt any open hunt area that qualifies in accordance with the above. The purchaser does not have to pick a specific hunt area and may hunt different hunt areas. The five-year waiting period between bighorn sheep licenses does not affect the ability to purchase a Governor’s bighorn sheep license, and purchasing this license is independent of applying for a bighorn sheep license through the draw system. The license fee ($122 for Resident, $2,266 for Non-Resident) is waived. Preference points are not affected by purchase of a WY Governor’s Bighorn Sheep License. 90% of the auction proceeds provide funding for Wyoming bighorn sheep projects via the Wyoming Governor’s Big Game License Coalition. Wyoming Game & Fish Department 5400 Bishop Boulevard Cheyenne, WY 82006 Contact: Doug McWhirter (WGFD) 307.527.7125 Doug.McWhirter@wyo.gov Kevin Hurley (WY-WSF) 307.578.8613 khurley@wyomingwildsheep.org
SN-40 LONG RANGE SHOOTING SCHOOL Mike Colpo, Lazy J Bar O Outfitters and Scott Olson Dates June 22-24, 2015 This 3 day shooting school will not only help give you good insight into long range hunting, it will also make you a better short range shooter too. You will also learn from the outfitter’s perspective what is expected of you, the hunter, for your next big game hunt. Your lead instructor is Alaska Master Guide, Mike Colpo, formerly of the US Army Marksmanship Unit, Army Sniper School Instructor, US Team Member and winner of many shooting disciplines. Our other instructors include NRA High Master competitive shooters who have championship experience in the “Long Range Game”. This school will teach you the skills to accurately make long range shots. By gaining the knowledge of today’s science and technology, you will have the confidence necessary to accurately make the long range shot if needed. Our goal is not to make you a “Long Range Hunter”, our goal is to give you another tool on your hunt to help take that trophy of a lifetime. The school takes place at the Shiloh Sharps Range, east of Big Timber, MT for the first 2 days. The third day will be a field day where we will go into the hills and put those new skills to work. Students will be shooting at targets under realistic hunting conditions up to 1000 yards away. There will also be a special opportunity to shoot the instructors’ specialized rifles at targets beyond a mile away. Lunch at the range will be included every day and an evening cookout at Mike’s home south of Big Timber. Lodging is available in Big Timber. An accurate rifle with a turret type scope and at least a 100 rounds of ammo is needed. Extra shooters are welcome at $1500 per shooter, space is limited. Value $1,500.00 Donated by: Mike Colpo, Lazy J Bar O Outfitters and Scott Olson PO Box 1753, Big Timber, MT 59011 Phone: (406) 932-5687 Cell: (406) 350-1880 Email: lzj@mtintouch.net
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SN-41 5 DAY NEW MEXICO ELK HUNT FOR ONE HUNTER Mangas Outfitters One hunter will head to New Mexico for a 5-day, 1x1 guided Rocky Mountain elk hunt donated by Mangas Outfitters. Method of take is muzzleloader only. Schedule hunt for available dates in October or November if you upgrade to a landowner tag in 2015 or 2016. Included in this hunt are trophy fee for one Rocky Mountain elk, 1x1 guide service, meals, lodging and trophy care. Not included are any before/after hunt expenses, taxidermy, meat processing, license ($800) and gratuities. Tag can be drawn( Apply for Units 13 And 15) or this hunt can be upgraded to a landowner tag for $3,000. Arrival/departure location is Pie Town, NM. Value $4,500.00 Donated by: Tuffy Barnett Mangas Outfitters PO Box 354 Datil, NM 87821 Phone: (575)838-6202 Email; tbarnett@mangasoutfitters.com Website: www.mangasoutfitters.com
SN-42 “THE WARRIOR” GICLEE JOSHUA SPIES Joshua Spies Fine Art From the original painting of the same name the bighorn depicted in this gilcee symbolizes the sheep of South Dakota. Battered, but strong and ready for the next obstacle they come upon.100% of the funds generated from these gilcees will go into the Chapters endowment fund. Joshua Spies graduated from South Dakota State University in 1996 with a degree in Fine Arts. His list of awards and recognitions is extensive, including Artist of the Year award for both Dallas Safari Club and Safari Club International and the appearance of his paintings in two major motion pictures. Fully Donated by: Joshua Spies, Joshua Spies Fine Art Address: P.O. Box 466 Watertown, SD Website: www.joshuaspies.com SN-43 3 DAY GREENLAND MUSK OX OR CARIBOU HUNT FOR ONE HUNTER Joe Jakab - Point Blank Hunts 4 night 3-day 2x1 Greenland musk ox or central barren ground caribou hunt for one hunter in western Greenland near Kangerlussuaq - includes trophy fee for hunter’s choice of 1x of either species. Method of take is rifle or bow. This hunt is available August 15th through September 15th, 2015 or 2016 and may be upgraded to include the second species at $3,000. Transportation during the hunt is mostly by jet boat. Additional hunters are welcome at $6,500; non-hunters are welcome at $2,000. This donation includes trophy prep, transportation to shipper, round-trip transportation between Kangerlussuaq Airport and the concession, licenses and permits, deluxe tented camp accommodations and all meals. Hotel accommodations before/after the hunt in Kangerlussuaq are recommended at $100/ night. Value $6,500.00 Donated by: Joe Jakab, Point Blank Hunts 527 McNeilly Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15226 Phone: (724) 557-4274 Email: pointblank.jj@gmail.com Website: www.pointblankhunts.com
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SN-44 5 DAY MEXICO DESERT MULE DEER HUNT El Rodeo Hunting Lodge Ubaldo Lopez has once again came back to our chapter with this 5 day Desert Mule deer hunt in old Mexico! This hunt is to take place January 24 to 29 2016. All transportation from Hermosillo, Mexico to hunting site is included. Lodging to take place in a ranch house. All meals during the hunt are included. Additional fees are gun permit, license, and gratuity. Non-Hunter rate @ $250.00 per day Value $9,500.00 Donated by: Ubaldo Lopez, El Rodeo Hunting Lodge Teresa Macias 11A colonia San Juan CP. 83070 Phone: 011-52-662-2131592 E-mail: ubaldolopez@live.com.mx Website: www.rodeohunting.com
SN-45 WEST TEXAS AOUDAD HUNT Joe Jakab, Point Blank Hunts This is a four-day rifle hunt for one hunter that will take place in West Texas in the Davies Mountains. You will have the opportunity to harvest a free range Aoudad. You will travel to hunt area from trucks and you can harvest any hogs encountered at no cost. Hotel or lodge is included in this donation. Arrival and departure point will be Midland, Texas. This hunt may take place between January 1 and May 1, and current license is required at a cost of approximately $48 for a five-day license. Aoudad sheep are originally from North Africa, where they are becoming very scarce. Aoudads were released in the Davies Mountains in West Texas in 1948. The mountains in West Texas are much like the sheep’s former range and the aoudads have flourished. Contact the outfitter to learn more about this challenging hunt that the outfitter claims to have almost 100% chance of success. Value: $5,000.00 Donated by: Joe Jakab, Point Blank Hunts 527 McNeilly Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15226 Phone: (724) 557-4274 Email: pointblank.jj@gmail.com Website: www.pointblankhunts.com
SN-46 WOODLAND CREATION - “WOODLAND HUNTER” Millie Locke, Echoes in the Woods Millie Locke has once again donated an original Woodland creation for our auction. This Woodland Hunter is a friend of the animals and birds. He wears wool pants - wool sweater - beaver coat with red fox cape and hood. His leather mittens compliment his leather boots with laces, leather belt and his antler buttons on his coat. The woodland hunter sports a mohair beard and hair and he proudly carries a gun. His shoulder is adorn with a friendly eagle perched on it. His red lantern lights his way out of the woods when the sun tires for the day. This Woodland creation is truly a one of a kind item. Donated by: Mille Locke, Echoes in the Woods PO Box 2, Luck, WI 54853 Phone: (715) 554-3743
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SN-47 3 DAY PREMIUM COW ELK HUNT AT VERMEJO PARK RANCH VERMEJO PARK RANCH Vermejo Park Ranch is offering a three-day, four-night premium New Mexico Cow Elk Hunt package. Guests will be housed at Ranch Headquarters and in addition to our firstclass accommodations, meals and services, this package includes: 2 on 1 professional guide service, on-site transportation, and game retrieval and skinning. With over a 90% success rate on our guided cow elk hunts, you’re sure to walk away with a quality harvest. This is a great opportunity to enjoy all the amenities of a Vermejo hunting experience without the trophy price tag. Wondering if you would like to hunt Vermejo someday for a Trophy Bull Elk, then why not get a taste of the adventure with a Premium Cow Hunt to help you decide? This hunt will take place Nov 17-21, 2015 hunt (arrival Nov 16). Not included are transportation to the Ranch, license and tag fees. Value $2,750.00 Donated by: Vermejo Park Ranch PO Drawer E Raton, NM 87740 Ranch contact: Lief Ahlm Email hunts@vermejo.com Website: www.vermejoparkranch.com
SN-48 10 DAY ALASKA MOOSE HUNT FOR 2016 Lazy J Bar O Outfitters 2016 Horseback 1 on 1 guided 10 Day Alaska Yukon Moose Hunt in the Alaska Range south of Fairbanks and east of Denali Park. This area has consistently produced “Big Moose” with near 100% opportunity. Reasonable expectations of 57” to 63” bulls with many going 65” plus and many B&C gross. This will be our 18th year of operating in this area so we know it well. This is a spot and stalk hunt with a lot of time spent in the saddle and glassing the country. Some hunters hunt out of our comfortable camp and others spike out a considerable distance from base camp. Base is a wall tent type operation with all the amenities one would expect out of a 1st class camp, spike camp is more rugged, it is up to you and your physical needs. You will fly into Fairbanks and catch a charter to camp (approx. $900 R/T) and hunt from horses for the duration of the hunt. Moose tag and hunting license is $485 , caribou can be applied for in December if you wish and hunted on a trophy fee basis along with grizzly bear $4,500.00 each and wolves no charge. When hunt is purchased please contact Outfitter for hunt dates the season is Sept 1st – 25th. Value $18,500.00 Donated By: Mike & JoJo Colpo, Lazy J Bar O Outfitters P.O. Box 1753 Big Timber Montana 59011 Web Site: www.lazyjbaro-outfitters.puzl.com Email: lzj@mtintouch.net
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SN-49 2015 KYRGYZSTAN MARCO POLO HUNT Asian Mountain Outfitters Asian Mountain Outfitters offers a unique and adventurous mountain hunting experience in Kyrgyzstan, for one of most incredible mountain sheep in the world, the majestic Marco Polo. This is actually the Hume Argali, a subspecies of the Marco Polo sheep. The hunt date will be Oct. or Nov. 2015 or January 2016; it is approximately an 8-9 day trip, plus travel. This hunt is conducted on horseback/foot in high elevations (10,000-13,000’). This is not a North American Hunt and hunters need to be prepared for cultural/language differences, long range and sometimes quick shooting (proficient at 500+ yards). The climates are similar to the high & dry areas of CO, NM and NV. All Kyrgyzstan hunting licenses and fees are included; however camp staff tips are additional. The winning bidder will have their name submitted to the USFWS, so that they will get USFWS CITES import permits. The U.S. CITES application with USFWS is due by May 1, 2015 and costs $100. Most of the hunting areas have a heated house or cabin and if spiking out, the hunter will use backpack style tents. A non-hunting companion is welcome for $2,500. If hunt space is available for an additional hunter, on the same hunt date, price is $29,500 for one Marco Polo. A Mid-Asian Ibex can be added to this hunt for an additional $5,500. Typical sizes for Marco Polo Rams are 44”-52” and Ibex range average 37”-45”. Considerably larger animals of both species have been taken. Generally the hunters will take the trophy(s) home as checked luggage, but a few of our hunters decide to have them shipped DHL or Fed Ex and cleared, using a Wildlife broker. The hunt is to be taken during the 2015/2016 season, but arrangements can be made to postpone hunt until 2016/2017 (for an extra cost and with approval from Asian Mountain Outfitters). The hunter is responsible for the flight to and from Bishkek via Turkish Air/Istanbul, meals and lodging while in Bishkek (usually 2 nights), extra baggage fees for taking home skin/skull or shipping of trophies home and staff tips (clients will be provided with tip suggestions). Asian Mountain Outfitters has their own equipment (tents, stoves) and their Kyrgyzstan English speaking manager works with many different outfitters, in many different locations, who provide local guides, assistants, cooks, vehicles, horses, camps, food, and lodging. The best local guides typically do not speak English, but are skilled hunters and horsemen. If it is your first trip to Central Asia, we recommend a Western/English speaking guide to accompany you (price is $5,000 USD plus all their travel and trip expenses). Hunters who elect to hunt with just the local guides need to be able to assist in trophy judging & oversee the skin preparations. Bryan has conducted seminars at various conventions in the past, about equipment, shooting and what should be expected on such hunts. He has outfitted in Canada since 1999 and in Central Asia since 2002 and has personally been on many successful Marco Polo/Ibex hunts and will do his best to educate and prepare a hunter, before the trip. Usually he spends 40-60 days each year in Asia, to insure that AMO is very knowledgeable regarding all aspects of the hunts. Make sure to check out Asian Mountain Outfitters website, Kyrgyzstan Marco Polo and Ibex Hunting for more info. Value: $29,500.00. Donated by: Bryan Martin; Asian Mountain Outfitters; Phone: 250-317-5525 105-1361 McGill Rd, Kamloops, BC V2C 6K7 E-Mail: bryankmartin@gmail.com; asianmountainoutfitters@gmail.com Website: www.asianmountainoutfitters.com
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SN-50 TABLE FOR TEN AT THE 2016 WILD SHEEP FOUNDATION - MIDWEST BANQUET We are pleased to auction off a Table of Ten Registration for the 2016 Banquet of the Wild Sheep Foundation - Midwest Chapter. The date for the 2016 banquet is March 19th at the Minneapolis SW Marriott in Minnetonka. Here is your change to book an entire table of 10! Wild Sheep Foundation - Midwest Chapter Address: 1806 Aspen Court, Northfield, MN 55057 Contact: Patti Murry Phone: (507) 645-8811 Email: patti.murry@gmail.com
SN-51 WORLD CLASS DRIVING SUPERCAR TOUR, 1 GUEST PASSENGER, RENAISSANCE LAS VEGAS 3-NIGHT STAY WITH AIRFARE FOR 2 Enjoy driving four different Supercars on the Red Rock Canyon Exotic Supercar Driving Experience. You may bring one passenger along for the ride! This round-trip guided road tour winds through Red Rock Canyon (approx.1.5-hour drive). Red Rock Canyon, lined with 3,000-foot vibrant, crimson sandstone cliffs, is part of the Mojave Desert, which stretches to the corners of California, Utah, Arizona and Nevada.This driving adventure will start at the World Class Driving Dream Car Garage on the Las Vegas Strip, where instructors (active and retired professional racers) will provide a short safety briefing. Regardless of driving experience, each driver is encouraged to move at their own pace, providing novices and advanced drivers alike with a unique and thrilling experience. Drive several supercars switching and comparing performance between Ferrari, Lamborghini and more discovering for yourself what makes these cars so amazing. Your passenger can share the driving with you for an additional fee. Note: minimum driver age is 23; minimum passenger age is 12. World Class Driving Fleet (subject to change): Audi R8 V10 Bentley Continental GT Ferrari 458 and F430 Jaguar XKR, XKR-S 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo LP560 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Spyder Performante Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren RenaissanceŽ Las Vegas Hotel Enjoy a 3-night stay in a standard room at this AAA 4-Diamond Award winning hotel, located just two blocks from the legendary Las Vegas Strip. The Renaissance Las Vegas is a boutique hotel by Vegas standards and offers a relaxed non-gaming, smoke-free atmosphere. Subject to availability and cannot be used during hotel special events. 2015 Blackout Dates: January 5-9, 19-21; February 2-5, 18-20; April 12-15; May 16-19; June 19-21, 27-29; September 17-19, 27-29; October 11-13, 17-19; November 2-5, 16-18. Airfare This package includes round-trip coach class service for two from any major metropolitan airport in the 48 contiguous United States to Las Vegas, NV, subject to availability. Airfare must be booked within one year from the date of purchase. Airfare taxes and a $25 per person processing fee are the responsibility of the purchaser. Blackout dates: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s weeks. VALUE: $5318.00 ADDITIONAL PACKAGES AVAILABLE
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SN-52 NATIONAL WILD SHEEP FOUNDATION 2016 SINGLE CONVENTION REGISTRATION IN RENO, NEVADA National Wild Sheep Foundation Registration includes 3 days of entrance into the Exhibit Hall and all seminars, Wednesday Grand Opening Party, WSF Awards Banquet, Friday Evening Auction and Saturday Night Finale Banquet. Additional functions may be purchased separately. Donated by: Wild Sheep Foundation Address: 720 Allen Avenue, Cody, WY 82414 Contact: Gray Thornton Phone: (307) 527-6261 Email: info@wildsheepfoundation.org Website: www.wildsheepfoundation.org
SN-53 SOUTH DAKOTA EWE ADDOPTION South Dakota Game, Fish, & Parks Here is an unique chance to “put one back”. In February of 2015 26 bighorns were transplanted into a new heard located near the Deadwood-Leed area of South Dakota. South Dakota Game Fish & Parks has given the lucky winner of this auction item the opportunity to adopt a ewe. The winning bidder will receive a quartly update on their ewe including her tavels on a map from here GPS collar along with information if and when she has a lamb. The chapter will have a plaque engraved for the winning bidder with the “adoption” information and thanking the buyer for their support in helping the Midwest Chapter “Put sheep on the mountain”.
SN-54 YELLOW LAB PUPPY Kathy and Larry Strong, Piddle Creek Kennels This Yellow Lab. Puppy was born on 1/30/2015. The pup is good-looking, sociable, and will make a great family and all around hunting dog, plus has the potential to succeed in competition. Puppy is up-to-date on shots and worming, has dew claws removed and is covered by a 30 month health guarantee. A big thank you to Kathy and Larry Strong for this full donation of another beautiful Lab. puppy for a lucky bidder tonight! Fully Donated by: Kathy and Larry Strong Piddle Creek Kennels 987 30th Avenue, Barronett, WI 54813 Phone: (715) 822-8071 or (715) 419-0173 Email: pck1@centurytel.net Website: www.yellowrivergamefarm.com
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Scott Olson Co-Chair: Al Holland Co-Chair: Andy Otte, Scott Olson Steve Powelson Dave Swenson Co-Chair: Loren Kohnen Steve Powelson Curt Babler Ron Vollrath Co-Chair: Loren Kohnen Chris Otte Co-Chair: Andy Otte Andy Otte Charlotte Babler Patti Murry Brian Helm John and Muriel Coulter Patti Murry Scott Olson Brian Helm Brian Helm Al Holland
BANQUET SPONSORS We would like to take this time to recognize those individuals that made a financial contribution to this event.
Charlotte Babler Dave & Judi Swenson Al Holland Loren Kohnen Doug Sinniger Tom Lenort
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GUN RAFFLES Ruger 10/22 Savage STS/Laminate 17 HMR Browning X-Bolt Predator 223 Browning BLR 22/250 Weatherby Vanguard 243 Win Ruger 270 Win Tikka T3 Hunter 270 Win Tikka T3 Lite 7mm/08 Weatherby Vanguard 7mm/08 Ruger American 308 Win Ruger M77 Hawkeye 308 Win Weatherby Vanguard 30/06 Browning STS Stalker 300 WSM ATI Calvary Over/Under Henry Rifle Winchester Model 70 30/06 TC Venture 338 Win
WILD SHEEP FOUNDATION -MIDWEST CHAPTER 1806 Aspen Court, Northfield, MN 55057 (507) 645-8811 Website: www.midwestwildsheep.org Email: Patti.murry@gmail.com