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Paul Baird Max Banwell Mike Borel Joseph Brescia Bob Brocchini Oscar Carlson Sam & Tracy Cunningham Wes Curry Caleb Curtis Christopher Day Denis Dale Alan Day Robert Day Tom Edgington Brent Fassett Sandra Fields Hank Flatow Cam Foss Tom Foss Ryan & Tiffany Foutz Dale and Donna Gaugler Kevin Gilbert Peter Gutsche Charles Hartford Jeff Haynie Alan C. Hays Martin & Jane Hendrix Zach Higgins André Van Hilten Tom and Denise Hoffman Jim Hollister Shad Hulse Bailey & Landrus Hunting Company Kevin Hurley

Brett Jefferson Larry & Gay Johns Charlie & Linda Kelly Kevin Kehoe Roger Kenner Kevin Klumper Dan & Jessica Kluth Jeff Lindgren John Lake Robert and Marion Logan Dr. Gordon Lyons Jim & Ashley McEnroe Larry McGovern Kyle & Joanne Meintzer Zachary Moorman Brian Nelson Don Perrien

Drs. Glen & Caroline Pyne Steve Quisenberry Hank Raats Dustin and Heather Roe Lou Rupp Doug & Shelly Sayer Steve Skold Kip & Sue Slaugh Kevin and Tusday Small Jim & Alisia Stager Gray & Renée Thornton Bill Tittle Ken & Anna Vorisek Aislyn Ward Darryl Williams & Cassie Schaffer Jamie & Janice Wisley

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YOU COULD WIN A 10 - DAY DESERT SHEEP HUNT WITH LA PALMOSA & A PEDESTAL MOUNT FROM THE WILDLIFE GALLERY!!!

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#7 WSF ENDOWMENT YETI TREASURE - 45 YETI COOLER & SURPRISE GIFT INSIDE 1 in 8 CHANCES TO WIN BIG!

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FRIENDS OF WSF P: 406.404.8764 E: knieters@wildsheepfoundation.org W: www.wildsheepfoundation.org DONATION: You can make a tax-deductible contribution to WSF in a variety of ways, but this item gives you an opportunity to WIN BIG while giving to the WSF Endowment fund. WSF will auction a YETI cooler at every Online Auction & LIVE Auction during the 2023 “Sheep Week®” Each cooler will have a valuable surprise inside! The highest bidder of each WSF Endowment YETI Treasure Auction Item will be put in a drawing for the Saturday Night Grand Prize! (Only 8 Names Total…1 in 8 chance to win) SATURDAY NIGHT GRAND PRIZE MEXICAN HIGH DESERT ELK HUNT FOR 1 HUNTER (100% FULLY DONATED) LA PALMOSA - HUNTING OUTFITTER Emilio Espino P: +521.811.916.4668 E: info@lapalmosa.com BOOTH# 1363 DONATION: This is a perfect opportunity to win a fantastic elk hunt with La Palmosa and give back to the WSF Endowment Program. One lucky winner out of 8 chances will win this exceptional hunt! DATES: This hunt will be scheduled for 2024. ADDITIONAL HUNTERS: Welcome for $7,500 (pending availability). ADDITIONAL NON-HUNTERS: Welcome for $1,400. AMENITIES INCLUDED: Trophy fees, export permit fees, exportation brokerage fees and shipping of trophy to anywhere in the US, license and permit are also included. LOCATION: Coahuila, Mexico. ACCOMMODATIONS: Lodge (includes own private villa for each hunter and non-hunter). Outstanding food is provided by a full-time chef and his team. BUT WAIT...THAT’S NOT ALL! Lucky winner will also win the following:

Weatherby WSF Thinhorn Edition Rifle Package in 6.5 RPM with a custom WSF Logo - Donated by: WSF Leupold VX-5HD 3-15 Scope - Donated by: Leupold Boyt Harness Hard-Sided Gun Case - Donated by: Boyt Harness Yeti 75 cooler - YETI w/ WSF Logo Proceeds from the WSF Endowment Yeti Treasure Auction Items will go directly into the WSF Endowment Fund. The WSF Endowment Fund is intended to provide the Wild Sheep Foundation a steady, reliable flow of income in perpetuity to fund WSF and its mission. The WSLF Trustees act as the WSF Investment Committee for the WSF’s Conservation Fund and Life Member Fund. VALUE: $15,000

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“MATRIARCH OF THE MOUNTAIN” 1 of 1 SIGNED & FRAMED PHOTO

(100% FULLY DONATED) MOUNTAIN GIRL PHOTOGRAPHY Tessa Fowler P: 307.250.9424 E: wyomingmountaingirl@hotmail.com W: www.mountaingirlphotography@ shootproof.com DONATION: Here is the 20x30 limited edition signed photo Matriarch of the Mountain I am donating to WSF this year. It will be custom framed by Charles Brubaker of Belgrade MT. VALUE: $425

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FLYFISHING UNDER THE BIG SKY OF MONTANA - THE LEGENDARY BLACKFOOT RIVER

(100% FULLY DONATED) EVENTGROOVE Lance Trebesch P: 406.600.6321 E: lance@eventgroove.com W: www.eventgroove.com DONATION: Four nights at the lodge and 3-days of guided flyfishing for 2 people are included. Meals and dining are included. Some trips blend into other ones. This is not one of them. This is Montana. This is the Blackfoot River, the storied waters where Norman Mclean grew up and which provided the inspiration for one of America’s finest books: A River Runs Through It. DATES: Trip periods: May - September 2023. Reservation deadline: February 1, 2023. ADDITIONAL ANGLERS: N/A LOCATION: Ennis, MT SPECIAL NOTES: Eventgroove, based out Bozeman, Montana, is the leading integrated platform for event management and registration, event products, and online fundraising. Eventgroove’s customers are all the major conservation nonprofits including the Wild Sheep Foundation. Eventgroove is strongly committed to conservation, having donated 42% of all profits since 2010. PRO Outfitters is the preeminent flyfishing and bird hunting outfitter and lodge operator in Montana. Their mission is simple. Great fly fishing and hunting is often about choices, they like to make those choices easy. At every PRO lodge you’ll find exceptional guides, delicious chef prepared seasonal meals and a comfortable lodging experience that blends luxury and intimacy. VALUE: $8,550

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5 - DAY TROPHY WHITETAIL DEER HUNT IN KANSAS FOR 2 HUNTERS

BELL WILDLIFE SPECIALTIES DIRT NAP OUTDOORS, LLC Paul Davis P: 870.243.9491 E: dirtnapoutdoorsllc@gmail.com W: www.dirtmapoutdoorsllc.com Daniel Bell P: 789.589.2321 E: bellwildlife@earthlink.net BOOTH# 1047 DONATION: This is a 5-day trophy whitetail deer hunt in Kansas for 2 hunters. License fee of $98 and tag fee of $442 (per hunter) are not included in this hunt. This is a muzzleloader or rifle hunt. DATES: This hunt needs to be scheduled with the outfitter for the 2023 or 2024 seasons. ADDITIONAL HUNTERS: Welcome for $4,500. ADDITIONAL NON-HUNTERS: Contact outfitter for availability. AMENITIES INCLUDED: Included in this hunt is bunkroom style lodging and home cooked meals. Purchaser must apply for tag and license during April 2023. AMENITIES NOT INCLUDED: Hunt license $98 and tag is $442 (per hunter are not included.) Application for permits is in April. We have had 90% success in the drawing to date. LOCATION: Harleysville, Kansas. ACCOMMODATIONS: Bunkhouse lodging. SPECIAL NOTES: If you are looking for Boone & Crockett trophy whitetail deer, wild turkey, quail, prairie chicken, predators, or dove, Bell Wildlife Specialties has it all! They promote youth hunters, as there is no thrill greater than a youth harvesting their first turkey or whitetail deer. They do this by offering special rates for youth. After you bag your Kansas whitetail deer, they have available meat processing and taxidermy all in house! With Bell Wildlife Specialties there are no worries. VALUE: $9,000

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WSF - UPGRADED VIP TABLE

The Wild Sheep Foundation is auctioning off a VIP Table for the 2024 Reno Convention! This VIP Table comes with the following: 10 Full Registration Packets for Wednesday-Saturday Night banquets. For Saturday Night Grand Finale ONLY you will receive a personal waiter, upgraded wines, and special table gifts for the 2024“Sheep Show” in Reno, NV “The Biggest Little City in the World”! Don’t miss this opportunity to RESERVE YOUR FUN! VALUE: $6,500

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HOWA RIMFIRE 17HMR - BLACK STOCK

(100% FULLY DONATED) LEGACY SPORTS INTERNATIONAL Chad J. Peters P: 775.221.7363 E: cpeters@legacysports.com W: www.legacysports.com This special auction item will go to support the Shooting, Hunting & Ethics Education Program (S.H.E.E.P.). This Wild Sheep Foundation youth program has the goal of exciting and inspiring the next generation of outdoor enthusiasts and wildlife conservationists. Specifically, funding from this item will be used to take another youth out on their first hunting experience.

DONATION: Legacy Sports Int’l has just introduced a new bolt-action rimfire rifle - the HOWA M1100. This new rifle will be available in three chamberings: .22 LR, .22 WMR, and .17 HMR. The rifle has a smooth action and comes with a “SUB-MOA” accuracy guarantee - something rare for a rimfire. The .17 HMR version should be a good carry-around varmint rig for ground squirrels and other small critters. VALUE: $459

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5 - DAY VERCOR CHAMOIS HUNT FOR 1 HUNTER AND 1 NON-HUNTER IN FRANCE

AFRICA ET EURASIA WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS Renaud Desgrees du Lou P: (WhatsApp): +212.665.158501 E: renaud.desgreesdulou@gmail.com THE CONKLIN FOUNDATION Bradford Black P: 330.820.2711 DONATION: What a great opportunity to hunt Vercor chamois! This is a 5-day hunt for 1 hunter and 1 non-hunter. Trophy for the Vercor is included. DATES: Contact Outfitter for best hunting dates in 2023 or 2024. ADDITIONAL HUNTERS: Welcome for $7,500 ADDITIONAL NON-HUNTERS: Welcome for $1,200. AMENITIES INCLUDED: Trophy fee for 1 Vercor chamois, lodging, and food. AMENITIES NOT INCLUDED: Purchaser needs to apply for French funding permit. Gratuities and flights to and from FRANCE (LYS Lyon airport) LOCATION: FRANCE CHARTREUSE MASSIF ACCOMMODATIONS: Hotels in villages or cities. VALUE: $8,400

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3 1/2-DAY AOUDAD HUNT FOR 1 HUNTER IN WEST TEXAS

HIGH WEST OUTFITTERS Jim Breck Bean & Jamie Cowan P: 915.526.3001 E: highwestoutfitter@yahoo.com W: highwestoutfitter.com BOOTH# 843 DONATION: 3 1/2-day aoudad hunt for 1 in West Texas. Aoudad (Barbary sheep) hunting can be a challenging yet rewarding adventure. Our goal here at HWO is to give clients/guests the trophy and hunt of a lifetime. HWO has access to multiple private ranches in West Texas, with huntable acreage totaling over 1,500,000 acres of freerange sheep paradise. Our guides are well experienced in the field and will give nothing short of their best. In the last several seasons we have pulled off a stunning 100% shot opportunity on Rams averaging 30+”, which is quite an accomplishment in this rough terrain. HWO has harvested multiple rams in the top 10! DATES: Fall 23-Spring ‘24 - contact outfitter. ADDITIONAL HUNTERS: Cost of desired hunt (contact outfitter for details). ADDITIONAL NON-HUNTERS: $150 per day per person. AMENITIES INCLUDED: Trophy fees, full guide service, field care of animal. AMENITIES INCLUDED: License fee for Texas hunting License (5-day special $48). LOCATION: For traveling, the nearest commercial airports will be El Paso or Midland (depending on the ranch you hunt). Once landed, you will rent a car and drive to the agreed meeting location. Your guide will then lead you out to the hunting grounds safely. Your travel time from El Paso or Midland to the ranch will be anywhere from 100-200 miles. VALUE: $7,500

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“NEVADA BIGHORN” ORIGINAL MIXED MEDIA SANDWICH BAG PAINTING

CORMIER FINE ART Wilfred Harmon Cormier P: 702.492.6937 E: cormier@earthlink.net W: www.hcormier.com DONATION: This painting was created by using plastic sandwich bags filled with a mixture of acrylic paint and binders and applied directly to a canvas. Wil applied for a patent on this painting process called “All in the Bag Art”. His slogan is: Your art will be in the bag with “All in the Bag Art”! VALUE: $12,000

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7 - DAY/6 - NIGHT ALASKAN ADVENTURE FOR 1 ANGLER IN LAKE CLARK NATIONAL PARK AT STONEWOOD LODGE

(100% FULLY DONATED) CAVNER & JULIAN Preston & Stacie Cavner P: 907.717.4427 E: cavneralaska@gmail.com W: www.huntingadventure.com BOOTH# 3147 DONATION: 7-day/6-night Alaskan adventure for 1 angler in Lake Clark National Park at Stonewood Lodge. This trip offers an exquisite once-in-a-lifetime experience with a focus on incredible Alaska fishing and site seeing in some of the region’s most pristine waters. DATES: Schedule for June or August 2023 or 2024. ADDITIONAL ANGLERS: Welcome for $7,500 per person. ADDITIONAL NON-ANGLERS: Not available. AMENITIES INCLUDED: Allinclusive once arriving at Lake Clark and Stonewood Lodge. Fishing for Northern Pike, grayling, Arctic char, salmon, lake, and rainbow trout. AMENITIES NOT INCLUDED: Fishing licenses at $50/pp, round trip flight from Anchorage to/from the lodge at approx. $570/pp, and gratuities. LOCATION: Fly into Anchorage, Alaska. SPECIAL NOTES: The backcountry flying is excellent and will give you a bird’s eye view as you fly to your destination of the majestic snowcapped mountains, glaciers, and turquoise rivers and lakes. Optional upgrades are for the bear viewing flights and king salmon fishing. Share your Alaska adventure at this family owned/operated lodge. VALUE: $7,500

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NATURAL EMERALD AND DIAMOND RING SET IN 18K GOLD

BARANOF JEWELERS Tony Hernandez P: 435.658.3877 E: baranofjewelers@msn.com W: www.Baranofjewelers.com BOOTH# 2147 DONATION: Natural 1.40 carat Zambian Emerald and diamond ring set in 18 karat white gold set with 0.60 carats of natural white diamonds, F color, Vs1 clarity. VALUE: $18,000

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3 - DAY GOOSE & DUCK HUNT IN ALBERTA CANADA FOR 1 HUNTER

(100% FULLY DONATED) AMERI-CANA EXPEDITIONS INC. Nick, Dan, & Pat Frederick P: 780.469.0579 E: ameri.cana@shaw.ca W: www.ameri-cana.com BOOTH# 2038 DONATION: 3-day goose and duck hunt for 1 hunter in Alberta, Canada. DATES: This hunt can be taken during September or October 2023. This hunt cannot be delayed. ADDITIONAL HUNTERS: Welcome for an additional $2,950 USD plus tax and license fees. ADDITIONAL NON-HUNTERS: Welcome for an additional $200 per day. AMENITIES INCLUDED: Fully guided and catered services are included. Transportation includes going from Edmonton, AB to the Battle River Lodge and returning after the hunt. AMENITIES NOT INCLUDED: Items of personal nature, hunting license and ammunition, taxes, alcohol, hotels, and meals prior to and after return from the lodge. Bird cleaning is NOT included in the hunt. The cost of cleaning the birds is $8.00 US for each goose and $6.00 US for each duck, (current 2023 season / subject to change). All birds harvested must be cleaned. Be sure to bring coolers/ ice chest with this in mind. (If wanting to take birds home) We also offer soft coolers at market price at the lodge if you don’t want to fly your cooler up. LOCATION: Coronation, Alberta, Canada. ACCOMMODATIONS: Along with our 3,600 sq. ft. fully equipped lodge, with private bedrooms & baths, we provide excellent meals, and the kitchen is always open for snacks. Our kitchen staff will go out of their way to please you. I am sure after your first visit you will agree that our accommodation is unsurpassed. SPECIAL NOTES: Alberta allows a daily limit of 8 Canada geese, of which not more than 5 may be White-fronted (speckle belly geese), and 50 Snow geese each day. The three-day possession limit is 24 Grey geese. Alberta allows a daily limit of 8 ducks (of which only 4 may be pintails), three-day possession limit of 24. Canada is non-toxic shot governed. We will be shooting steel, bismuth, or tungsten. We have steel and a substitute shot available in camp at market price. Ameri-Cana Expeditions has been donating this hunt for 25 years! VALUE: $2,950

TROPHY CLEANING FOR HOME OR OFFICE

(100% FULLY DONATED) OLD WOLF TAXIDERMY CLEANING & REPAIR Fritz Richards P: 775.303.2969 E: oldwolfcleaning@att.net W: www.oldwolftaxidermycleaning.com BOOTH# 1167 DONATION: The most important thing you can do for your trophy is to keep them clean and inspected. Most sportsmen do not realize the dangers that bugs represent to mounted animals. Old Wolf Taxidermy Cleaning and Repair is based out of Reno, Nevada. They come to your home and clean your trophies, in your trophy room, to minimize any possibility of damage. Fritz has been involved in the taxidermy industry for over thirty years and understands the need for professional service. He is licensed and insured, and takes great pride and care in working with your trophies. Purchaser is responsible for travel and expenses for Old Wolf Taxidermy Cleaning & Repair. VALUE: $2,000

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FROM THE COLLECTION OF THE LATE WSF LIFEMEMBER LANNY ROMINGER - DAKOTA ARMS 97 330 SYNTHETIC STOCK W/MUZZLE BREAK & SWAROVSKI 3-10x42A HABICHT SCOPE

SUSAN ROMINGER & JIM TRAVIS

DONATION: This is a beautiful firearm from the collection of our late dear friend and fellow conservationist Lanny Rominger. Those of you that knew Lanny knew his heart was with WSF and all conservation. He was a great supporter, and his contagious smile has been dearly missed during the conventions. This donation has once again been given by his wife Susan Rominger and good friend Jim Travis. The Dakota Arms 97 330 Synthetic Stock and Muzzlebreak has a Swarvoski 3-10 x 42A Habicht scope on it and is new condition. There will be an appraisal accompanying this firearm. 4 boxes of premium Dakota Arms ammunition is included. VALUE: $4,000

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ONE OF A KIND LOST WAX ORIGINAL BRONZE OF THE BUYER’S CHOICE

(100% FULLY DONATED) JUSTIN YOUNG FINE ARTS Justin Young P: 719.336.2556 E: jyoungfineart@hotmail.com W: www.justiniyoung.com BOOTH# 1640 DONATION: $10,000 credit for a buyer’s choice one of a kind lost wax original. SPECIAL NOTES: Justin Young is donating a one-of-a-kind lost wax original bronze of the buyer’s choice. The bronze will be 30” high by 14” wide and 24” long, for either outside or inside display. Justin’s work has received numerous awards, such as the Ducks Unlimited Palette and Chisel Award, the Quail Unlimited Tenth Anniversary Bronze, “Focus on the Arts” documentary, and the Colorado Arts Council Bronze. Justin has several monumental sculptures at the Smithsonian. Justin Young is one of the most recognized contemporary wildlife artists. Coming from a long line of professional artists, Justin began painting and sculpting at the age of four. Later, while earning a degree in Wildlife Biology from Colorado State University, he journeyed into the art department and received formal training in the classical tradition of drawing, painting, and sculpting. Justin’s paintings and sculptures, known for their exceptional design and color qualities, project a keen understanding of the subject matter he portrays. Wildlife has always been his passion. As projected, from ancient times, dating back to the first cave paintings found in Lascaux, France (15,000 B.C.), we humans have ingrained in us a strong spiritual connection to, and wonder of the animal life around us. To portray each animal subject’s special beauty and relationship to us, and the environment is the goal of this gifted artist. VALUE: $10,000

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5 - DAY MEXICAN TEXANUS WHITETAIL DEER HUNT FOR 1 HUNTER

(100% FULLY DONATED) HUNT CONEXION MEXICO Alberto Valdes P: 830.494.3006 E: alberto@ranchomx.com W: www.ranchomx.com THE CONKLIN FOUNDATION Bradford Black P: 330.802.2711 DONATION: This is a 5-day Mexican Texanus whitetail deer hunt for 1 hunter with Hunt Conexion Mexico. DATES: Schedule with outfitter for November 1- January 30, 2023/24. This hunt can be scheduled for an alternate year. ADDITIONAL HUNTERS: Welcome for $5,500. ADDITIONAL NON-HUNTERS: Welcome for $1,500 each. AMENITIES INCLUDED: Trophy fee for 1 whitetail buck, trophy prep and lodging during the hunt. AMENITIES NOT INCLUDED: Hotel stay before/after hunt., license fee of $250 and game tag of $150 each. Transportation of trophy fee to shipper for $220 + shipping per trophy. Gun permit for $475 or gun rental for $375. LOCATION: Hunting will take place at Rancho El Chupadero, which is located two hours west of where the hunt will depart from Del Rio, Texas, nestled in the heart of the Sierra del Burro Mountains; offering prime desert hunting on nearly 30,000 acres. ACCOMMODATIONS: Included is accommodation at the family ranch lodge - built in the early 1960’s but offering just the right mix of historic and modern amenities. Also included are daily breakfast, lunch & dinner. SPECIAL NOTES: Alberto Valdes and his team will offer you an old Mexico hunting adventure reminiscent of a by-gone era. From spot and stalk of the rolling hills and deep canyons to “highracking” safari style through desert valleys looking for trophy deer. Hunt Conexion Mexico strives to provide you with a quality, but more importantly a memorable hunting adventure in Mexico. VALUE: $5,500

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“ECLIPSE” TWO CUSTOM SHEEP HORN KNIVES - BIGHORN & STONE’S

(100% FULLY DONATED) FRONTIERSMEN GEAR TANNER DANNISH P: 250.219.6840 E: tanner.dannish@frontiersmengear.ca W: www.frontiersmengear.ca BOD KYLE & MELANIE STELTER P: 250.619.8415 E: kylestelter@gmail.com W: www.frontiersmengear.ca DONATION: “Eclipse” - two custom sheep horn knives inspired by wild sheep created by master knife maker Tanner Dannish of Frontiersmen Gear Knives. The custom designed blade inspired by Stone’s sheep comes in two versions. The dark blade is acid washed with a black Bighorn handle with lots of scale, black G10 liners, black G10 hardware, with custom carved Scout carry sheath. The light blade has a mirror polished finish, light Stone’s sheep horn completely smooth, white G10 liners, white G10 pins and hardware with a custom carved Scout carry sheath. A custom display stand and plaque is included. Both blades are Nitro-V Stainless steel at 61HRC. VALUE: $1,600

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5 - DAY CANTABRIAN CHAMOIS HUNT FOR 1 HUNTER CANTABRIAN MOUNTAINS OF SPAIN

IBERIAN HUNTERS Luis Ruiz Del Olmo P: +34.620.28.3418 E: luisruizdelolmo@outlook.es W: www.iberianhunters.com THE CONKLIN FOUNDATION Bradford Black P: 330.802.2711 DONATION: This is a 5-day Cantabrian chamois hunt for 1 hunter in Spain. Trophy fee for a Cantabrian chamois is included. DATES: Schedule this hunt for 2023 or 2024 with Outfitter. ADDITIONAL HUNTERS: Welcome for $7,000. ADDITIONAL NON-HUNTERS: $250 per/day AMENITIES INCLUDED: Trophy fee for Cantabrian chamois, lodging and food, and ground transportation, trophy preparation AMENITIES NOT INCLUDED: VAT 21%, shipment, and all international flights. Gun rentals. First and final taxidermy, gratuities. LOCATION: Cantabrian Mountains - Spain ACCOMMODATIONS: Hunting lodge or similar. SPECIAL NOTES: Once the chamois is hunted, the trip is complete, unless the hunter wants to keep hunting under price list. VALUE: $7,000

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6 VINTAGE HUNTING PUBLICATIONS FROM 1937-1957

(Sports & Stream, Outdoor Life & True Magazine) SUMMIT LIFE MEMBERS DALE & DONNA GAUGLER P: 610.909.6000 DONATION: From the collection of Summit Life Members Dale and Donna Gaugler comes these incredible outdoor magazines. Get cozy and expand your home library with these remarkable collectable publications, from the 1937 story in Field of Stream about the magnificent “Chadwick Ram” to the 1957 Outdoor Life of the “New World Record” Dall’s sheep. These vintage magazines are a great way to bring a little of the past and the great outdoors into your home, office, or man cave. 1. February 1937 Outdoor Life - Featuring the story by Chadwick on the World Record Stone Sheep 2. October 1937 Field & Stream - Featuring the story “ King of the Busters” by Martin Bovey on his huge Alberta Bighorn. 3. November 1952 Outdoor Life - Featuring the story “The Three Musketeers” on the huge rams that Martin Bovey has harvested in Alberta 4. April 1948 True Magazine - Featuring the story “Grand Slam” by Grancel Fritz. The very first time the term was used. 5. October 1957 Outdoor Life - Featuring the story “New World Record - Dall Sheep” by Frank Cook. Also in this issue is a story by Fred Bear in the Yukon titled “Arrow for A Grizzly” 6. June 1938 Sports Afield - Featuring a story by T. E Shillingburg who hunted with Frank Golata and Curley Cochrane and took a symmetrical 46-inch ram.

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6 - DAY ALASKAN FISHING TRIP FOR 1 ANGLER (grayling, salmon, pike, rainbow & lake trout, char, & dolly varden)

(100% FULLY DONATED) BUSHWHACK ALASKA TALARIK CREEK LODGE Erik Salitan P: 907.388.8766 E: talarikcreeklodge.com W: www.bushwhackalaska.com W: www.talarikcreklodge.com DONATION: This is a trip you don’t want to miss! Enjoy 6-days of fishing in the beautiful State of Alaska for grayling, salmon, pike, rainbow, lake trout, char, and Dolly varden. DATES: Schedule this trip for summer of 2023. This trip cannot be delayed. ADDITIONAL ANGLERS: Contact outfitter for availability. ADDITIONAL NON-ANGLERS: Contact outfitter for availability. AMENITIES INCLUDED: All meals, accommodations while on the trip. AMENITIES NOT INCLUDED: License fee of $80, travel to and from Ilianna, Alaska. LOCATION: Ilianna, AK ACCOMMODATIONS: Situated in the epicenter of Alaska’s finest fishing area is Talarik Creek Lodge. A well-appointed establishment, it is designed with your utmost comfort in mind, and will cater to your every need. Stunning lake views, private rooms, home cooking and family style dining. SPECIAL NOTES: Lake Iliamna is situated in the Bristol Bay watershed, home to the largest sockeye and king salmon runs in the world. Iliamna is the largest freshwater lake in Alaska and one of the largest in North America, comparable with the Great Lakes. Novices and experienced fly fishermen alike will feel welcome at Talarik Creek Lodge. With our knowledgeable and experienced guides and a staff that caters to your every need, a week here will be the experience of a lifetime. VALUE: $6,500

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WINE TASTING FOR 50 PEOPLE ANYWHERE IN THE CONTINENTAL USA

AFRICAN TRADITION Clive Botha P: 561.379.8243 E: blksem7@aol.com W: www.sabestwine.com BOOTH# 1558 DONATION: Clive Botha of African Tradition will come to your house and do a professional wine tasting for 50 people anywhere in the continental US. Alaska and Hawaii extra costs for air fare and shipping of wine. This is an all-inclusive wine tasting party for 50 of your friends and family. African Tradition wines have been importing exclusive boutique wines for 23 years. VALUE: $3,500

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300 WEATHERBY MAG. - CHRIS KLINEBURGER COMMEMORATIVE RIFLE

KENT KLINEBURGER P: 425.785.0032 DONATION: This 300 Weatherby mag is from the collection of the late Chris Klineburger. The name Klineburger has been a synonym for exotic international big game hunting for over half a century. Chris was a man who always wanted to discover what was on the other side of the mountain and the lure of faraway big game hunting destinations. His contribution to wildlife conservation and hunting achievements were recognized throughout the world and through awards and honors he received throughout his life. His contributions to conservation continue through the generosity of his son Kent with this 300 Weatherby Mag. This is your opportunity to own a firearm from one of the finest hunters in the world!

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5 - DAY HUNT FOR NYALA, BLUE WILDEBEEST, ZEBRA, BLESBOCK, WARTHOG & IMPALA FOR 3 HUNTERS

(Trophy fees for 6 mentioned species to be split between 3 hunters)

SUPERIOR AFRICAN HUNTING SAFARIS Eli Van Der Walt/Jeffrey Austin P: 830.313.8724 E: rancho1024@yahoo.com W: www.superiorsafaris.com BOOTH# 1562 DONATION: Join Superior African Hunting Safaris on a 5-day South African safari for nyala, blue wildbeest, zebra, blesbuck, warthog and impala for 3 hunters. Trophies are split between the hunters so each hunter can shoot 2 animals. Other trophies may be added to the pricelist and other hunters and observers may be added. DATES: Schedule this hunt with outfitter for April thru November 2023 or 2024. ADDITIONAL HUNTERS: Welcome for $250 per day + trophy fees. ADDITIONAL NON-HUNTERS: Welcome for $250 per day. AMENITIES INCLUDED: This is an all-inclusive hunt from the time you reach Johannesburg, South Africa. Trophy fees are included for the six animals listed. AMENITIES NOT INCLUDED: Commercial airfare from USA and return, taxidermy and shipping, tips, and wine and spirits. LOCATION: Limpopo Province, South Africa. ACCOMMODATIONS: You will be staying in our 5-Star luxurious lodge, where they will ensure you are made as comfortable as in your own home. Laundry done daily. Delicious meals will be freshly prepared and served every day. SPECIAL NOTES: This hunt can be upgraded for additional animals per outfitters price list. “Hunting is in my blood. As a dedicated hunter, I take personal pride in the trophies my clients take with Superior African Hunting Safaris on every hunt. My personal guarantee to you is that you will leave us with great memories, new friends, outstanding trophies, and the desire to come back again and again. Join us this year to experience your African dream hunt”. - Eli van der Walt VALUE: $13,000

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4 HUNTERS FOR SAAM™ NEW HUNTER PROGRAM

FTW RANCH SELL PRICE Tim Fallon P: 830.234.4366 or 864.814.3220 E: timfallon@ftwsaam.com BOOTH# 2449 DONATION: Have you ever thought about… 1. Where can I go and learn how to hunt from experts, to do it fright from A to Z? 2. I want to be able to provide healthy natural meat for my family, where do I start? 3. My friends hunt, and I want to know how to do it from shooting to hunting to processing the meat and to even be able to cook it and not be embarrassed or feel foolish! YOU FOUND THE PLACE! Four hunters will go through the 5-night, 4-day SAAM™ NEW Hunter’s Course! You will improve your shooting/hunting skills or develop great skills for the NEW hunter/shooter! You will fully understand your shooting limitations and that “Makes You a Great Hunter!” There are 2-days of SAAM where you will shoot 120 rounds during SAAM™ using our guns and ammunition (may bring your own) DATES: Must be taken in 2023/2024 during SAAM™ Hunt Combo Courses. ADDITIONAL SHOOTERS: Welcome 10% discount off $3,450 when booked with buyers’ course. AMENITIES INCLUDED: Five nights/ four days of first-class meals and lodging, SAAM instruction, guiding and beverages/ refreshments. Rifle rental, 120 rounds of ammunition, rifle cleaning supplies, hearing protection, shoulder pads and other nice gear are yours to keep. Please bring your favorite hunting backpack! Arrive Friday pm, depart Wednesday am. Should be scheduled within 60 days from date of purchase. Scheduled on first come/first served bases during the 2023/2024 regularly scheduled SAAM NEW Hunter courses throughout the year. The purchaser must be one of the attendees, may not be transferred or resold. AMENITIES NOT INCLUDED: Trophy fees (below), and other purchases are payable to FTW at checkout. Gratuities, transportation to and from the FTW Ranch (3 Hours west of San Antonio) and hunting license. Hunts are expensive, rewarding, and challenging!! Know your weapons and your own capabilities and be at your best before you go! SPECIES AVAILABLE: Armenian Mouflon $6,000 All Year Axis Deer $5.000 All Year Blackbuck $5,000 All Year European Mouflon $6,000 All Year Fallow Deer $6,000 Sep - Feb Hog Deer $6,000 All Year Iranian Red Sheep $6,000 All Year Nubian Ibex ($12,000 up to 80” $100” above 80”) All Year Markor ($18,000 up to 90” $100” above 90”) All Year Transcaspian Urial ($12,000 to 140” $100” above) All Year Whitetail ($5,000 up to 150” + $100/ in 151-180, $150/in 181-200, $200/in 201 and up”) Oct-Feb Axis and Whitetail Does (in season, Oct 1-Feb 28) $750, Feral Hogs are Free! Full Price List available at www.ftwsaam.com VALUE: $13,800

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7 - DAY WINTER PREDATOR HUNT IN ALASKA FOR 1 HUNTER

MIDNIGHT SUN SAFARIS Coke Wallace P: 907.978.0929 E: info@midnightsunsafaris.com W: www.midnightsunsafaris.com BOOTH# 1668 DONATION: 7-day predator hunt in Alaska for 1 hunter. Not included in this hunt is the license fee of $405. DATES: Schedule with the donor for spring 2024. ADDITIONAL HUNTERS: Welcome at the price of $500. ADDITIONAL NON-HUNTERS: Welcome for the price of $350 a day. AMENITIES INCLUDED: Trophy fees are included in this hunt. AMENITIES NOT INCLUDED: Licenses are $405. LOCATION: Central Alaskan Range. ACCOMMODATIONS: Included during the hunt in remote cabins with wood stoves, propane lighting and cooking. Round trip from Fairbanks to the field and back. During the hunt you will utilize snowmobiles and snowshoes. SPECIAL NOTES: Coke has been a WSF donor for 25 years! This fantastic hunt includes wolf, coyote, wolverine, lynx, and fox. You can add ptarmigan and grouse if desired. Don’t miss your opportunity to hunt with this great WSF supporter! VALUE: $8,500

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ORIGINAL WILDLIFE ART BRONZE & PAINTING COMBO BY CRAIG PHILLIPS

(100% FULLY DONATED) CRAIG PHILLIPS ORIGINALS Craig Phillips P: 406.827.3702 W: www.phillipsbronze.com BOOTH# 1947 DONATION: Craig graduated with a Bachelor of Art degree from Chico State University in 1977, and within 5 years he found himself pursuing his career in the beautiful state of Montana. With an abundance of wildlife outside his backdoor he is able to observe, sketch, and photograph his subjects. This easy access to wildlife helps him capture extreme detail for which he is so well known. Over the years he has supported many wildlife and non-profit organizations including (Wild Sheep Foundation - 30 years, donating art to raise funds to support sheep, elk, mule deer, ducks, turkeys and even trout.) He currently resides in Thompson Falls, Montana VALUE: $3,000

Appraisel paperwork included for watch Value = $11,100

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PERSONAL COLLECTION FROM THE LATE MARLIN GRASSER ESTATE

(Buloua watch with gold ram band & jade bases, Elgin pocket watch, mammoth ivory bracelet with gold nugggets, buffalo hide, Signed copy of Eflins “Bear Attack” books, and Marlin Grassers personal photos and more!)

OREGON WILD SHEEP FOUNDATION Walter Chuck P: 541.290.4919 E: waltercopn@yahoo.com W: www.oregonfnaws.org BOOTH# 350 DONATION: He was an avid hunter and angler, which was also his life’s work. He loved animals, read prolifically and loved to tell his hunting stories. Marlin’s family says: “Marlin was a loving husband and father whose strength lay in his steadfast independence and self-sufficiency, which he passed on to his children. He was a kind-hearted soul who adopted stray animals and loved all children. He lived life on his own terms free from the increasingly regulated lives we have today and by example taught others that real wealth lay not in the accumulation of material things, but in the enduring relationships.

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FROM THE COLLECTION OF FNAWS FOUNDER & PAST OFFICER JOHN BABLER .257 CUSTOM WEATHERBY & .300 WEATHERBY W/SCOPES

(100% FULLY DONATED: JOHN & JANE BABLER P: 612.720.4133 DONATION: John and Jane Babler have been huge supporters of WSF (FNAWS) since it’s inception in 1977. John currently sits on our Board of Trustees contributing his time to the future of WSF. John was asked to “give” to the Gallery of Guns program that WSF established this year. He has donated these two Weatherby Rifles that are in excellent condition. .257 Custom from the Weatherby shop: Serial #H113514 with a Schmidt & Bender 2 1/2x6x42 scope. .300 Weatherby with Wiseman muzzle brake: Serial #H106701 with a Schmidt & Bender 2 ½ x10x56 scope with illuminated reticule. Two additional black composite stocks are included. This rifle package comes in a new rifle hard sided case. WSF would like to thank John and Jane for their continued support for their many years of “Putting and Keeping Wild Sheep on the Mountain” Proceeds from this firearm will go benefit the WSF’s Wild Sheep Legacy Fund. VALUE: $5,000

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8 - DAY/7 - NIGHTS FISHING AND JUNGLE EXURSION IN BELIZE FOR 4 PEOPLE

SAFARI UNLIMITED LLC Drake Dawson P: 573.544.2041 E: safariunlimitedllc@gmail.com W: www.safariunlimitedworldwide.com BOOTH# 2570 DONATION: A fantastic trip for 4 to Belize for 8-days/7-nights. Tour the rainforest and awaken your senses to the sounds of exotic birds and wildlife. This trip includes one exciting excursion each day for the group of which 3-days can be fishing remote jungle rivers for snook, permit, Jacks Snapper, grouper, barracuda, and tarpon or snorkeling on the reefs and enjoying some beach time. Step into the world of Maya and explore untouched rivers and jungles for a once in a lifetime experience. (Can upgrade to private full lodge will full staff for the 8 days and up to 20 additional people for $40,000). DATES: June-November 2023 or 2024. ADDITIONAL PARTICIPANTS: $1,650 (sharing same cabana) Kids 12 and under $100 per person per day and $5,995 for couples. AMENITIES INCLUDED: Trips 1 per day, rainforest hiking trails, Orchard walk, Moho River swimming, river kayaking, medicinal plants tour, organic garden, fishing, Mayan ruins, waterfalls, cacao tours, blue creek cave, tortilla making, birdwatching, spice farm tours, snorkeling, and 3-days of fishing. All local rum and beer is also included. That means all your favorite rum daiquiris with fresh fruit banana, mango, pineapple, soursops, watermelon grown on location. AMENITIES NOT INCLUDED: Arrival and departure flights into BZE international airport are not included. Internal airfare approximately $350 per person to round trip to Punta Gorda. Gratuities are not included and greatly appreciated. LOCATION: Belize, Central America ACCOMMODATIONS: Tree-Top Cabana nested 16 feet above the ground and perched along the slow-moving Moho River. Enjoy a 4-course evening gourmet meal prepared by the chef. - All Safari Unlimited adventures include lodging, daily excursions, meals, guides, and transportation during the trip. Fishing tackle is also provided. SPECIAL NOTES: No seasick or big water on this trip. Other activities include a perfect rope swing from trees along the Moho River, paddle upstream in a wooden dugout canoe, kayaking in the jungle. Visit a spice farm, or maybe visit the many Mayan ruins in the area. Take a 30-foot jump from a waterfall or make your own chocolate bars on a cacao tour. Visit the small town of Punta Gorda on market day and see the vast array of local fruits, vegetables, and fish. This and more awaits you! PS. One of the only places in the world where you can get a full body Chocolate Massage overlooking a beautiful jungle river! VALUE: $11,990

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LM-30 4 - DAY MULE DEER HUNT FOR 2 HUNTERS

SHOSHONE LODGE OUTIFTTERS & TRAILS WEST OUTFITTERS Josh Martoglio P: 307.899.4673 E: shoshonelodgeoutfitters@gmail.com W: www.shoshonelodgeoutfitters.com W: www.trailswestoutfitters.com BOOTH# 1345 WSF REFERENCES: James Craig, Rod Brandenburg, Rich Pierce, Doug Leech DONATION: This is a great hunt in Wyoming. Shoshone Lodge Outfitters is donating a 4-day mule deer hunt for 2 hunters. These tags are over the counter tags. Purchaser will need to contact the outfitter right away to purchase these tags as they can run out. License fees are not included. Mule deer licenses are approximately $300 each. Hunter can upgrade for cow elk, bull elk or antelope if licenses are available. DATES: This hunt can be scheduled for dates between October 31st and November 3rd, 2023, and can be delayed until 2024. ADDITIONAL HUNTERS: Additional hunters can be added. ADDITIONAL NON-HUNTERS: Welcome for $350 per day per person. AMENITIES INCLUDED: Pick up at Cody Airport, food, soft beverages, guides, and field dressing of animals harvested. AMENITIES NOT INCLUDED: License fees for mule deer are the responsibility of the hunter. Mule deer fee is approximately $400. ACCOMMODATIONS: Stay at the beautiful Shoshone Lodge in a private cabin and while you day hunt from the lodge. The lodge is only 3.5 miles from the east entrance of Yellowstone National Park. This is a horseback hunt from the lodge. SPECIAL NOTES: Shoshone Lodge Outfitters & Trails West Outfitters specializes in high quality big game hunts in Wyoming for 8 of the 10 big game species in North America. We have outstanding hunts for bighorn sheep, mule deer, antelope, elk, black bear, mountain lion, moose and mountain goat. Their area is abundant with mule deer year ‘round. VALUE: $12,000

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NATURAL CELYON BLUE SAPPHIRE & DIAMOND BRACELET SET IN 14K WHITE GOLD

BARANOF JEWELERS Tony Hernandez P: 435.658.3877 E: baranofjewelers@msn.com W: www.Baranofjewelers.com BOOTH# 2147 DONATION: Natural Celyon blue sapphire and diamond bracelet set in 14 karat white gold, set with 7.50 carats of natural celyon blue sapphires, 1.50 carats of natural white diamonds, F color, Vs2 clarity. VALUE: $28,000

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3 - DAY ROE DEER RIFLE HUNT FOR 2 HUNTERS & 3-DAY SIGHTSEEING TOUR FOR 2 NON-HUNTERS

HUNT TRIP SPAIN Francisco Rosich P: +34.93.116.2001 E: contact@hunttripspain.com W: www.hunttripspain.com BOOTH# 1568 DONATION: 3-day 1x1 roe deer rifle hunt for 2 hunters and 3-day sightseeing tour for 2 non-hunters in northeast Spain - includes trophy fees for 2x roe deer (1x per hunter). DATES: This hunt is scheduled for 2024 and may be upgraded to include a Pyrenean chamois in spring and red stag and fallow deer. ADDITIONAL HUNTERS: Welcome for $820. ADDITIONAL NON-HUNTERS: Welcome for $290 per person. AMENITIES INCLUDED: This package includes first-class accommodations and gourmet cuisine at Francisco’s rustic-style country home, superb wine with meals and round-trip transportation between Barcelona International Airport and the hunt concession. For the 3-day guided sightseeing tour, non-hunters will have their choice of the following four options: 1) Monastery of Montserrat & Iqualada, 2) Cellars of Cordorniu Champagne and taste his cava and the Mediterranean village of Sitges, 3) Cardona Castle in the medieval village of Solsona and the thousand-year-old city of Manresa, 4) Village of Verdu famous for its black ceramic and Spanish Nougat Manufacture and the Castles of the village of Montsonis. AMENITIES NOT INCLUDED: Hunting licenses & insurance at $300/ pp/per area, field prep, transportation to shipper, dip & pack service, firearm rental at $130/pp if needed, accommodations before/after hunt in Barcelona at approx. $250/night, gratuities and 21% VAT on final bill. Donation cannot be combined with any other hunt donated by Hunt Trip Spain. LOCATION: NE of Spain. ACCOMMODATIONS: First-class accommodations and gourmet cuisine at Francisco’s rustic-style country home, superb wine with meals. SPECIAL NOTES: Do not miss the opportunity to visit this part of Spain famous for its great hunting, as well as its culture and historic monuments. Nonhunters will enjoy this adventure as much as the hunters. VALUE: $15,110

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