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Last month's minutes {edited}:
June 2010
Meeting called to order at Drifting Goose Rendezvous, 5/30/10 by President Joe Carda, 18 members and 6 guests present.
Secretary's Report: No report given.
Treasurer's Report: No report given.
Range Officer's Report: No report given.
Tabled Business:
Canoe Journey 2010 (John T): no update.
Fort Manuel (Jessicha): We have drafted a contract for the City of Kenel. Mike will work with Jess to get contract to the city per their request. Can this event be added to the Northern Route to the Black Hills?
NRA Youth Sportsfest 2010 (August): 2nd full weekend of August. The event is Saturday only. We are looking for volunteers to help load and coach the kids. Even a few hours is appreciated.
Sweetwater Rendezvous 2010 (September 10-12): Mowing/cleanup scheduled for July 17-18. John T will then spray for weeds, followed by another mowing/hooter repair on August 21. Mike will bring wood down also. Thane Wells provided materials to make hooter barrels.
Range Projects 2010: no update.
Redfield Gun Show 2010 (John T.): no update.
Aberdeen Gun Show (2011): no update.
Cabin Fever Party 2011: no update.
SD Outdoor Expo 2011: no update.
Old Business:
Club Flags (John T): Shelly will have some ready for purchase soon.
Club Public Relations (Jessicha): no update.
Ellendale Youth Do and Discover 2010 (August): July 31 is confirmed. We will look to use the same contract as last year. John and Mike T will work with the Ellendale group and local vendors for camp location/arrangement, events and supplies. They have offered to make supper Friday night again.
Other Old Business:
None
New Business:
Monthly Shoot: Next shoot - June 20.
Future Publicity opportunities: no update.
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events: no update.
Known Event Dates:
Fort Sisseton: June 4-6
High Plains: June 19-26
Four Moons: June 30-July 4
Sweetwater: September 10-12 - 2011 will conflict with State Trappers Convention. Club will make every attempt to schedule around that conflict if we can get an established date from them.
Other New Business:
Seeking New Members
If we could set up spare lodges where people could spend the night? A walk-through isn't enough to get people to join. Steve was a great example. We need to check on liability, determine costs/fees, etc, but may be worthwhile at upcoming rendezvous' or events.
Other Business:
None
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
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May 2010
Meeting called to order at 8:11pm, 5/3/10 by President Joe Carda, 10 members present.
Secretary's Report: Minutes approved as read. Website has 10258 hits on main page, 14181 hits on links.
Treasurer's Report: $1620.37 +/- changes before the meeting. Estimate 1390.00 after expenses. Need to keep shoot money separate from Drifting Goose when turned in at next meeting.
Range Officer's Report: Richard won club shoot. Joe has lead in the aggregate.
Tabled Business:
Canoe Journey 2010 (John T): no update.
Fort Manuel (Jessicha): Joe, Jess and Jim met with the Town Board of Kenel. There was much discussion on expectations to host an event. The Board does have an interest, but they would like us to submit a written proposal. It may be in the club's best interest to submit a proposal similar to the Ellendale contract last summer. It sounds as though it would be beneficial to organize something similar to Fort Sisseton. The club is in favor of continuing discussions. Joe and Mike will work on a contract at the next club shoot.
NRA Youth Sportsfest 2010 (August): no update.
Sweetwater Rendezvous 2010 (September 10-12): Pottery order has been confirmed with Dave H. Mowing/cleanup scheduled for July 17-18. John T and Joe will then spray for weeds, followed by another mowing/hooter repair on August 21. Mike will bring wood down also.
Redfield Gun Show 2010 (John T.): Has a contact name, working on details.
Aberdeen Gun Show (2011): no update.
Cabin Fever Party 2011: no update.
SD Outdoor Expo 2011: no update.
Old Business:
Club Flags (John T): Shelly is better, hopes to attend Drifting Goose. No other update.
Club Public Relations (Jessicha): no update.
Range Projects 2010: Next shoot weekend, May 15-16. The moving archery target needs to be built, the east hooter needs to a little more paint, the spools need to be painted and we would like to re-plant trees on the south gap, since it appears that the trees planted last year didn't survive.
Drifting Goose Rendezvous 2010 (May 28-31): Mike requested changing places from 1-5 (1), 6-9 (2), 10+ (3) to 1-4 (1), 5-9 (2), 10+ (3). Request approved. Pete will plan on purchasing 40 meat/cheese/jam prizes and some beef stick prizes for kids. Mike will post flyers locally and provide Richard with flyers for the Bristol/Webster area. Events/leaders are as follows: Saturday: 10:45am rifle - Kyle N, 1:00pm archery - Tyler C, 2:15pm rifle - Joe C, 3:30pm pistol - Gayland W, 4:15pm rifle - Jerry S, TBD Women's Games - Diane C, Linda R, Jess M, Shelly M, 9:30PM rifle - John T. Sunday: 9:30am rifle - Mike T, 10:45am rifle - John G, 1:00pm archery - Tyler C, 2:15pm rifle - Nick H, 3:30pm shotgun - Ralph J or Joe C, 4:15pm rifle - TBD (need volunteer!!), 4:00 Hawk&Knife - John T, 6:30pm camp meeting - club officers.
Ellendale Youth Do and Discover 2010 (August): Mike provided information from Lana. They are looking at July 31. We will look to use the same contract as last year. John and Mike T will work with the Ellendale group and local vendors for camp location/arrangement, events and supplies.
Other Old Business:
None
New Business:
Club Elections: Joe moved to accpet all positions as currently elected. Motion seconded and approved.
Monthly Shoot: Next shoot - May 16th. Clean-up on 15th.
Future Publicity opportunities: no update.
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events: We will conduct the June club meeting at Drifting Goose, similar to Cabin Fever.
Known Event Dates:
Drifting Goose: May 28-31
Fort Sisseton: June 4-6
High Plains: June 19-26
Four Moons: June 30-July 4
Sweetwater: September 10-12 - 2011 will conflict with State Trappers Convention. Club will make every attempt to schedule around that conflict if we can get an established date from them.
Other New Business:
none
Other Business:
None
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:27pm.
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April 2010
Meeting called to order at 8:13pm, 4/5/10 by Vice President John Graves. 12 members present. Chair turned over to President Joe Carda upon his arrival.
Secretary's Report: Minutes approved as read. Website visit information is last month's data - update not captured. Visitation was high again in March.
Treasurer's Report: $1936.65 +/- changes before the meeting. Insurance bill = $410.00. Secretary of State = $10.00. Cabin Fever netted $210.72, with a gross income of $291.00.
Range Officer's Report: Finally had a shoot in March. The aggregate has officially started. John T won the club shoot. Joe and Mike took the early lead in aggregate.
Tabled Business:
Canoe Journey 2010 (John T): no update.
NRA Youth Sportsfest 2010 (August): no update.
Ellendale Youth Do and Discover 2010 (August): no update.
Sweetwater Rendezvous 2010 (September 10-12): Pottery? Shot glass with
SW 2010 and a Beaver is desired, quantity of 30. Mike will contact Dave H.
Redfield Gun Show 2010 (John T.): no update.
Fort Manuel (Jessicha): Looking at August 6,7,8. The club is willing to provide guidance/assistance, but is hesitant to solely sponsor the rendezvous due to lack of resources. We are more than willing to help the Fort personnel by providing information and direction. Club provided a list of basic needs to conduct a rendezvous.
Aberdeen Gun Show (2011): no update.
Cabin Fever Party 2011: no update.
SD Outdoor Expo 2011: no update.
Old Business:
Club Flags (John T): Shelly is ill currently. On hold until more is known.
Club Public Relations (Jessicha): no update.
Range Projects 2010: Clean-up time needs to be determined, we are 60 days from Drifting Goose. Next shoot weekend (April 17-18) will be a two-day clean up. Some may camp overnight, depending on conditions. We need shingles and tar paper to make the roof for the second outhouse. Mike will buy paint for buildings. Lots of hands-on work to do. We will use the May shoot weekend as backup if we need more clean-up prior to Drifting Goose.
Drifting Goose Rendezvous 2010 (May 28-31): John G provided a sample of the camp token. Should probably have 20-25 on hand. We will need to set events/leaders/prizes at the next meeting. CONTACT AN OFFICER if you can run a shoot!! Prizes will be awarded for shoots per the following: 1-5 shooters - 1 place, 6-9 shooters - 2 places, 10+ shooters - 3 places. We will see how this works this year. Pottery was overlooked and it is too late to put something together, so there won't be anything for this year's DG. Jess can start publicity with local papers now. Mike will get flyers up locally.
Other Old Business:
None
New Business:
Monthly Shoot: Next shoot - April 18th. Clean-up on 17th.
Future Publicity opportunities: no update.
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events: no update.
Known Event Dates:
Drifting Goose: May 28-31
Fort Sisseton: June 4-6
High Plains: June 19-26
Four Moons: June 30-July 4
Sweetwater: September 10-12
Other New Business:
Range Memorial Plaque The memorial plaque is missing several names. Attendees at the next shoot will take the plaque down and give to Pete so it can be updated. Duane Pomplun passed away this winter.
Other Business:
None
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:09pm.
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March 2010
Meeting called to order at 6:28pm, 2/27/10 by President Joe Carda. 24 members present.
Secretary's Report: Minutes approved as read. Website has 9816 hits on main page and 13173 on links.
Treasurer's Report: $1600.00 +/- changes before the meeting. Insurance bill has come, $410.00. Expenses for secretary and Cabin Fever, plus there will be Cabin Fever income. Secretary advised prize donations are down severely this year, so we will likely need to purchase prizes for Drifting Goose and Sweetwater.
Range Officer's Report: No shoot in February, however 5 members did make it to the cabin. There's a 7' drift between the cabin and the 25yd target. Won't be able to shoot until some of the snow melts or we find a way to get through. Road is open from both the south and the north, but you have to trek to the cabin.
Tabled Business:
Canoe Journey 2010 (John T): no update.
Range Projects 2010: no update.
Drifting Goose Rendezvous 2010 (May 28-31): no update.
NRA Youth Sportsfest 2010 (August): no update.
Ellendale Youth Do and Discover 2010 (August): no update.
Sweetwater Rendezvous 2010 (September 10-12): no update.
Redfield Gun Show (John T.): no update.
Fort Manuel (Jessicha): Jessicha and Jim discussed options. What would be a good time of year? August or late September/early October were suggested due to established rendezvous season. There is a Pow Wow in early August. If they would like the combined event, that may be possible - as long as they wouldn't feel we are encroaching on the event. It will take a few years for an event to "catch on" - they need to know so they don't have higher expectations for the first couple events.
Aberdeen Gun Show (2011): Turn out seemed significantly lower this year. Lack of advertising was noted by many people who attended and didn't attend (due to lack of knowledge).
Old Business:
Club Flags (John T): Shelly tried sewing on the canvas. It took 3 needles and 4+ hours - not viable. However, she was able to sew on Osnaburg, then sew that to the canvas. No needles broken and 1+ hours. All agreed this is more than acceptable. [See Secretary's reference note at end of minutes - Osnaburg].
Club Public Relations: no update.
Cabin Fever Party 2010 (February 27): We're here.
SD Outdoor Expo (June 12-13): Club is unable to attend this function as a club this year due to proximity of other events. Perhaps next year when the HPRR isn't as close? Mike will stay in contact with Alison.
Other Old Business:
Aggregate Shoot: Since the actual shooting range is not acceptable, no one will be penalized for the aggregate. If it is possible to shoot next month, the first three shots from your rifle must be at the aggregate target. We have the following donations for the aggregate: Scrimshawed powderhorn from Bill Karl, Canvas Bag from Don Strinz Tipi, Fire Starting Kit from James Country Merchantile, Powderhorn from Tom Hannig, Black Powder from Mike Thelen. Joe Carda will likely donate meat prizes as well. Mike is still seeking aggregate prizes and hopes that ALL shooters will win something.
New Business:
Monthly Shoot: Next shoot - March 21, rather than a phone tree, if you are thinking of coming to the shoot and want to know road/range conditions, please just call John T - 887-3211 or Mike - 887-3645 either Saturday night or Sunday morning.
Future Publicity opportunities: no update.
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events: New Ulm trade fair is in March.
Known Event Dates:
New Ulm Trade Fair: March 13-14
Drifting Goose: May 28-31
Fort Sisseton: June 4-6
High Plains: June 19-26
Four Moons: June 30-July 4
Sweetwater: September 10-12
Other New Business:
no update.
Other Business:
Canvas: Kyle Nilson is looking for canvas pieces (old throws/tarps/etc) to make military knapsacks [in between bear hunts in Alaska!]. If you have any, please contact Kyle (or you can contact Mike to find Kyle).
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:54pm.
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February 2010
Meeting called to order at 8:03pm, 2/1/10 by President Joe Carda. 10 members and 2 guests present.
Secretary's Report: Minutes approved as read. Website has 9554 hits on main page and 12732 on links. 859 hits on Links and 329 on Main are new records.
Treasurer's Report: $1624.85 before the meeting. Insurance is due in April. We'll have some expenses for Cabin Fever.
Range Officer's Report: No shoot in January. Road blew in and blade isn't functioning. Will try to have open by February shoot.
Tabled Business:
Canoe Journey 2010 (John T): no update.
Range Projects 2010: no update.
Drifting Goose Rendezvous 2010 (May 28-31): no update.
NRA Youth Sportsfest 2010 (August): no update.
Ellendale Youth Do and Discover 2010 (August): no update.
Sweetwater Rendezvous 2010 (September 10-12): no update.
Redfield Gun Show (John T.): no update.
Old Business:
Club Flags (John T): Linda made a large flag for the club to use at trade fairs, gun shows and rendezvous'. Flag given to club President for keeping.
Club Public Relations: Jessicha has a public release in the Redfield Press, which was read. No changes were suggested. She believes club shoot info will be included as well. Members encouraged her to continue contacting other small, local papers (Groton, Conde, Doland, Faulkton, Ipswich, etc).
Aberdeen Gun Show 2010 (February 6-7): Mike may not be able to assist but will have slideshow ready. Come in dress, or as much dress as you have. Someone needs to bring wool blankets to cover the table with.
Cabin Fever Party 2010 (February 27): Pete or John T. will be sure to get the key. The date is locked in. Pete will pick up about 12 meat/cheese/jam prizes.
Fort Sisseton 2010 (June 4-6): Katie was unable to attend due to weather. She did send an update via e-mail. 'Skinners will again have a $30.00 flat fee to camp. There are numerous new activities/presentations planned, including a dutch oven cookoff.
Other Old Business:
Ft. Manuel (Jessicha): Jessicha introduced Jim to the group. He is a contact for the Fort. The club shared their interest to conduct a rendezvous on the site due to historical significance and proximity. Jim will initiate discussions and work with the club to see what can be developed.
Monthly Club Shoots: John shared target choices and rules for aggregate. It will begin as soon as we can get to the range.
New Business:
Monthly Shoot: Next shoot - February 21, depending on road conditions.
Future Publicity opportunities: no update.
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events: Mike provided date for Fargo trade fair. The previous date noted was incorrect. The correct date is Feb 20-21. The event has moved to the Red River Valley Fairgrounds Ag Building, still in West Fargo, just down the street. Admission is $3.00 adults, $2.00 under 12.
Other New Business:
Club Membership Cards: It would be nice to get membership cards, which would also help remind when dues are due. The club has used cards in the past. Dianne offered to print out cards.
Range Fire Extinguisher: John T and John G both were able to secure a fire extinguisher for the range. Both will be kept in the cabin. We should be sure to take one to Sweetwater during the rendezvous as well.
Other Business:
March Club Meeting: Joe reminded everyone that the March meeting will be held at Cabin Fever, rather than the following Monday at the Millstone.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:50pm.
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January 2010
Meeting called to order at 8:15pm, 1/4/10 by President Joe Carda. 10 members present.
Secretary's Report: Minutes approved as read. Website has 9257 hits on main page and 11924 on links. 596 hits on Links is another record.
Treasurer's Report: Pete absent.
Range Officer's Report: No shoot in December. Road is plowed and should be ok for January shoot.
Tabled Business:
Canoe Journey 2010 (John T): no update.
Range Projects 2010: Spring list: East Hooter Roof, Primitive Range setup, Far East Hooter Seat, Pump Hooters, Fix Water Wagon hose, Paint Hooters/Cabin (east/west ends), Pipe-in Cabin Stove.
Drifting Goose Rendezvous 2010 (May 28-31): no update.
NRA Youth Sportsfest 2010 (August): no update.
Ellendale Youth Do and Discover 2010 (August): no update.
Sweetwater Rendezvous 2010 (September 10-12): no update.
Ft. Manuel (Mike/Mardell): no update.
Old Business:
Club Flags (John T): Shelly was concerned about cost of thread. Motion to give Shelly approval to buy what's necessary to make flags and add to price of flags was made, seconded and approved.
Club Public Relations: Jessicha will work on local papers to see if we can get shoot results, meetings and events published.
Aberdeen Gun Show 2010 (February 6-7): Joe, Richard, John T, Mike and John G are available to work the booth. Bob is available on Saturday. All VOLUNTEERS WOULD BE WELCOME.
Cabin Fever Party 2010 (February 27): Bring food, prizes and MONEY!
Fort Sisseton 2010 (June 4-6): Katie will be at the February club meeting to share info on this summer's festival.
SD Outdoor Expo 2010 (June 12-13): Table until March meeting when everyone's schedules are more set. June is a very difficult month for club members due to activities.
Other Old Business:
Monthly Club Shoots: We need something that will get members back to shoots. How about another aggregate with new rules? Some potential rule changes were discussed. Since this is a FUNDRAISER for the club, the shoot fee will be $3.00 per shoot, just like the Club Shoot. Decision made that Range Officer will coordinate a new aggregate shoot. New aggregate info will be available at the range and on the website when set.
New Business:
Monthly Shoot: Next shoot - January 17th.
Future Publicity opportunities: What about county fairs? Brown County is great exposure, but only if we can get in a good location. What about Webster or other 'local' counties?
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events: no update.
Other New Business:
None
Other Business:
Kearney, NE Trade Fair: Mike is looking for someone to split gas costs with. Let him know if you are interested.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:09pm.
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December 2009
Meeting called to order at 8:07pm, 12/7/09 by Vice President Jon Graves. 8 members and 1 guest present.
Secretary's Report: Minutes approved as read. Website has 8979 hits on main page and 11395 on links. November had record traffic on both pages.
Treasurer's Report: All bills are current and we have a balance of $1660.81.
Range Officer's Report: No shoot in November. Several members seemed to arrive at different times...
Tabled Business:
Canoe Journey 2010 (John T): no update.
Range Projects 2010: Too late to pump hooters - wait for spring.
Drifting Goose Rendezvous 2010 (May 28-31): John G has an idea for camp tokens.
NRA Youth Sportsfest 2010 (August): no update.
Ellendale Youth Do and Discover 2010 (August): no update.
Sweetwater Rendezvous 2010 (September 10-12): water wagon is at Thelen's farm.
Ft. Manuel (Mike/Mardell): no update.
Old Business:
Club Flags (John T): no update.
Club Public Relations: no update.
Aberdeen Gun Show 2010 (February 6-7): Have registration for table. Pete provided a check for table fee. This is a two-day event. We will need people to sit at the table. While working the table, you have access to the rest of the gun show. Please contact an officer to volunteer for time.
Cabin Fever Party 2010 (February 27): Looking for items for the silent auction. We will have some jam prizes and other odds-and-ends.
Fort Sisseton 2010 (June 4-6): Katie will be at the February club meeting to share info on this summer's festival.
SD Outdoor Expo 2010 (June 12-13): Alison Kiesz joined the meeting to give an update on the 2010 Expo. They have a full line-up of events for two days. We can camp onsite. They are looking for hands-on activities - Fire starting, Hawk throw, candy cannon. She saw our information from the Ellendale event and thought similar activities would be popular. If we are interested in volunteering, she will send us a form to complete. They are hoping for 15% increase in attendance.
Other Old Business:
None
New Business:
Monthly Shoot: Next shoot - December 20th.
Future Publicity opportunities: What about the Redfield Gun Show next year? John T will get a contact info to work with..
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events: Mark your calendars: CLUB EVENTS: Aberdeen Gun Show - 2/6-7/2010, Cabin Fever - 2/27/2010, Drifting Goose - 5/28-31/2010, Sweetwater - 9/10-12/2010. TRADE SHOWS: Kearney, NE - 1/15-17/2010, Brookings, SD - 1/30-31/2010, Fargo, ND - 2/13-14/2010, New Ulm, MN - 3/13-14/2010. RENDEZVOUS': HPRR - 6/19-26/2010, 4-Moons - 6/30-7/4/2010.
Other New Business:
None
Other Business:
None:
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:00pm.
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November 2009
Meeting called to order at 8:08pm, 11/2/09 by President Joe Carda. 12 members present.
Secretary's Report: Minutes approved as read. Website has 8666 hits on main page and 10836 on links.
Treasurer's Report: No bills were submitted this month, so balance remains $1715.81. John T submitted bill for flags from Don Strinz.
Range Officer's Report: No shoot in October. Richard won by default as the only one to show up.
Tabled Business:
Canoe Journey 2010 (John T): no update.
Range Projects 2010: hooters still need to be pumped.
Drifting Goose Rendezvous 2010 (May 28-31): A History class from Northwestern High School may attend Friday.
SD Outdoor Expo 2010 (June 12-13): no update.
NRA Youth Sportsfest 2010 (August): no update.
Ellendale Youth Do and Discover 2010 (August): no update.
Sweetwater Rendezvous 2010 (September 10-12): water wagon still needs to be brought back.
Ft. Manuel (Mike/Mardell): no update.
Old Business:
Club Flags (John T): Shelly has been busy lately, but Diane and Linda will continue to follow up. John can meet Shelly in Redfield and give her the flag canvas.
Club Public Relations: no update.
Aberdeen Gun Show 2010 (February 6-7): We are on the list, we should get a table. Mike asked for the hallway.
Cabin Fever Party 2010 (February 27): We will be looking for items donated to the silent auction. First people there need to set the room for most available space. Last year things got a little crowded. Someone may need to pick up the key as Pete has to work most weekends.
Fort Sisseton 2010 (June 4-6): The festival's dates are June 4-6, but there is the Frontier Christmas on December 12, 2009. They are looking for volunteers to help either all day or one of two shifts: 10:00am to 1:30pm or 1:30pm to 5:00pm. Mike will contact Katie to see if she can attend a meeting and provide an update on next summer's festival plans.
Other Old Business:
None
New Business:
Monthly Shoot: Next shoot - November 15th.
Future Publicity opportunities: no update.
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events: Mark your calendars: CLUB EVENTS: Aberdeen Gun Show - 2/6-7/2010, Cabin Fever - 2/27/2010, Drifting Goose - 5/28-31/2010, Sweetwater - 9/10-12/2010. TRADE SHOWS: Kearney, NE - 1/15-17/2010, Brookings, SD - 1/30-31/2010, Fargo, ND - 2/13-14/2010, New Ulm, MN - 3/13-14/2010. RENDEZVOUS': HPRR - 6/19-26/2010, 4-Moons - 6/30-7/4/2010.
Other New Business:
None
Other Business:
None:
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:44pm.
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October 2009
Meeting called to order at 8:07pm, 10/5/09 by President Joe Carda. 6 members present.
Secretary's Report: Minutes approved as read. Website has 8458 hits on main page and 10530 on links.
Treasurer's Report: Treasurer was absent, Secretary provided report. $1715.81. Pete purchased the last of the jams from Frohlings - 35 jars of assorted mustard, jelly & syrup for $2.00 each.
Range Officer's Report: John G won main shoot. No other details could be remembered.
Tabled Business:
Canoe Journey 2010 (John T): no update.
Drifting Goose Rendezvous 2010 (May 28-31): no update.
Range Projects 2010: Pump hooters - needs to be done before it freezes, roof on east hooter, new seat on far east hooter - Richard has one we can use.
SD Outdoor Expo 2010 (June 12-13): no update.
Ft. Manuel (Mike/Mardell): no update.
NRA Youth Sportsfest 2010: no update.
Ellendale Youth Do and Discover: no update.
Old Business:
Club Flags (John T): Shelly thinks it can be done. Linda & Diane will work with her.
Club Public Relations: Are Cub/Boy Scouts still an option? Would be best to do over a shoot weekend rather than a rendezvous.
Sweetwater Rendezvous 2009: Water wagon needs to be brought back. We need to move the SW hooter further west. The SE hooter needs paint. Let's think about a club shoot weekend at Sweetwater to do clean-up.
Other Old Business:
None
New Business:
Monthly Shoot: Next shoot - October 18th, Pheasant Opener. Attend if you can.
Aberdeen Gun Show 2010 (February 6-7): Reserve a table, preferrably hallway, maybe near Tom Hannig if possible? If near an outlet, we can run the slideshow.
Cabin Fever Party 2010: Shoot for February 27th. Doors open at 5:00pm, supper at 6:00 and meeting at 6:30 with prize drawings. Call Mr/Mrs Jensen - 225-1937 - group assigned this action to Pete. March 6 is the alternate date.
Future Publicity opportunities: no update.
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events: no update.
Other New Business:
Ft. Sisseton: Mike will try to contact Katie and set up a second meeting to discuss improvements.
Other Business:
None:
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:00pm.
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August 2009
Meeting called to order at 8:10pm, 8/3/09 by Vice President John Graves. 9 members present.
Secretary's Report: Minutes approved as read. Website has 7976 hits on main page and 9743 on links. Links should eclipse 10,000 hits in August.
Treasurer's Report: $1169.38 after expenses brought to meeting. Will need to determine Sweetwater prizes at this meeting.
Range Officer's Report: John T won main shoot. There were two other shoots. 7 shooters were present (with others in attendance).
Tabled Business:
Canoe Journey 2009 (John T): no update.
Aberdeen Gun Show 2010 (February 6-7): Just a reminder, next year a booth will cost approximately $25.00.
Cabin Fever Party 2010: no update.
Drifting Goose Rendezvous 2010 (May 28-31): no update.
SD Outdoor Expo 2010 (June 12-13): no update.
Ft. Manuel (Mike/Mardell): no update.
Old Business:
Club Flags (John T): Canvas from Don Strinz is here. Now we need to find a way to get the club logo on the flag. John T will contact Shelly M first - then check alternate sources such as DSS. Flags are roughly 18"x18" (canvas was on-hand and shown).
Club Public Relations: no updates.
Range Projects 2009 (all): Clubhouse skylights are in, hooters are painted and East/West sides of clubhouse are painted. North and South need to be done and the roof did not get put on the East hooter. Can this be done at the next shoot? If you feel like painting, dress appropriately. The paint and supplies are there.
Ellendale Youth Do and Discover: Everything went very well. Weather was good, kids were great. They may be interested in having us return next year. We will keep in contact with them.
NRA Youth Sportsfest 2009: Need to be ready for kids by 8:45am. Joe, Mike and Jessicha will be there, possibly Tyler, Diane and Richard.
Sweetwater Rendezvous 2009: Clean-up on August 29. We need to be there by 8:00am. We need to mow, stack wood and check the hooters. Pete needs to know if we'll need toilet paper brought out. The mugs are in and are between 8-10oz. There are only 25, so they will be for sale once Pete gets set up and ready at Sweetwater. Cost will be $7.00 each. Pete and John T will work on food list for Breakfast on Saturday morning. Expect about 12 dozen eggs, a bag of pancake mix, and appropriate breakfast sausage from Frohlings. Pete will also need to buy 21 meat/cheese/jam prizes from Frohlings for shoots. With the number of kids possible, Mike & John T will also plan on shooting the candy cannon around noon on Saturday. Mike will purchase the candy needed. The club needs a good door-flap prize. Mike will check into and see if he can pull some favors.
Event list and captain:
Friday: 1:00pm: Rifle Shoot - Joe; 2:30pm: Rifle Shoot - Pete; 4:00pm: Rifle Shoot - Mike
Saturday: 8:00am: Breakfast; 9:30am: Rifle Shoot - Bob; 11:00am: TBD (rifle/pistol) - Nick H.; 1:00pm: TBD (rifle/pistol) - Zach & Kyle; 2:30pm: Rifle Shoot - John T; 4:00pm: Shotgun Shoot - Ralph; 9:30am-12:00pm: Archery - John G; 1:00pm-4:00pm: Hawk & Knife - Pete
Other Old Business:
None
New Business:
Monthly Shoot: Next shoot - August 16th. Possibly painting.
Future Publicity opportunities: Ellendale Do & Discover next year.
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events: Muzzleloaders of the Black Hills - Labor Day weekend.
Other New Business:
None:
Other Business:
None:
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:19pm.
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July 2009
Meeting called to order at 8:07pm, 7/6/09 by President Joe Carda. 10 members and 1 guest present.
Secretary's Report: Minutes approved as read. Website has 7777 hits on main page and 9357 on links.
Treasurer's Report: $1231.74 prior to meeting. We have the payment from the Ellendale Do and Discover group. We will be covering all expenses including insurance for their event.
Range Officer's Report: No one was available for the shoot this month.
Tabled Business:
Canoe Journey 2009 (John T): no update.
Aberdeen Gun Show 2010: no update.
Cabin Fever Party 2010: no update.
Drifting Goose Rendezvous 2010: no update.
Ft. Manuel (Mike/Mardell): no update.
Old Business:
Club Flags (John T): Talked to Don Strinz at HPRR. Don is making us 25 18x18 hemmed canvas pieces for $1.00 each. We will then need to find a source for screen printing or other method of placing the club logo on each flag.
Club Public Relations: Joe will handle Groton contacts and paper. John T will continue to work with Redfield contacts and paper.
Range Projects 2009 (all): At the July shoot weekend, all members are encouraged to attend both Saturday and Sunday. Several members are planning on camping over on Saturday night. We will attempt to put a roof on the east hooter, install the skylights on the cabin, and paint the clubhouse/hooters. Mike will bring paint and brushes. We may need lumber to complete the hooter roof. Bring it if you have it.
Ellendale Youth Do and Discover: We have signed a contract for services on August 1 from 9am to [roughly] 4pm. We will be doing shooting, hawk throw, archery, fire starting, fry bread, candy cannon and baking a cake at the end. We NEED VOLUNTEERS to cover, even if only for a few hours. If you can't camp, day-trip and help. We can set up in the fairgrounds (located on the south side of town) on Friday night and tear down either Saturday night or Sunday morning. Lana would like to make us dinner Friday night, so please RSVP to Mike T as soon as possible.
NRA Youth Sportsfest 2009: Date is August 8, one week after Ellendale. The normal volunteers aren't available, so we need new volunteers. Right now, we have Joe, Tyler and Mike. We need a minimum of 4, better to have 6-8 for the amount of kids. Please check your calendars and attend, even if only for a few hours during the day. They provide rolls/coffee in the morning and a free lunch. We need to be there no later than 7:30am to get ready.
Sweetwater Rendezvous 2009: Clean-up and prep will be on August 29. We will need to mow and pile firewood. Mike will be bringing the firewood. Joe will have pallets to pile it on. Joe will pick up Lime for the hooters. The Thelens only have one mower that will work on-site now, so we could use additional mowers. A second date during the following week will be set on August 29 to mow the area a second time before Sweetwater. Shoots, leaders and prizes will be determined at the next meeting. Mugs have been ordered from Dakota Stoneware.
SD Outdoor Expo 2010: Mike found a contact in Aberdeen. Her name is Alison Kiesz. She provided the dates for next year - June 12-13, 2010 and will keep us informed as we move forward.
Other Old Business:
None
New Business:
Monthly Shoot: Next shoot - July 19th. Site work weekend as well. Several members will be camping over on Saturday night.
Future Publicity opportunities: None noted.
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events: Lake Benton August 7-8, Pipestone July 24-25.
Other New Business:
None:
Other Business:
Gear for sale: Mike is looking to sell his 14x14 officers tent - AA door, 3 windows, Stovehole, all poles, ropes (- tensioners) for $850.00. Unfinished (unvarnished) tensioners and stakes could be included for an additional $50.00. He is also selling his old rendezvous trailer for $400.00.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:03pm.
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June 2009
Meeting called to order at 8:13pm, 6/1/09 by President Joe Carda. 7 members and 2 guests present.
Secretary's Report: Minutes approved as read. Website has 7485 hits on main page and 8906 on links.
Treasurer's Report: $1222.74 prior to meeting. Drifting Goose estimates - $556 income, $277.56 expense, $278.54 profit. Frohlings prizes went about even (meat/cheese/jam).
Range Officer's Report: No one could recall winners, but there was a shoot.
Tabled Business:
Canoe Journey 2009 (John T): no update.
NRA Youth Sportsfest 2009 (Mike): August 8 (weekend after Ellendale).
Sweetwater Rendezvous 2009 (all): Need a lodge token, possibly braided strips from the material donated to the club? We will also need at least two loads of wood from Wooden Mallet. The wood will be in one location this year, so the wheelbarrow needs to be brought over from the range. Since spoons went about right at Drifting Goose, perhaps we should order 8oz coffee mugs from Bushnell Pottery? The club will order 25 with full-length handles - Mike will contact Huebners.
Aberdeen Gun Show 2010 (all): no update.
Ft. Manuel (Mike/Mardell): no update.
Old Business:
Club Public Relations (Zach): Redfield boy scouts would like to do something. John T offered to have them attend Sweetwater for a day and get hands-on during the public hours. All agreed. Groton boy scouts may have an interest as well. The club would prefer to do something with them on a shoot weekend at the range, as we don't want too many kids running around Sweetwater while trying to conduct a rendezvous. Joe will contact the Groton group. It was mentioned that we should look for free advertising about both Sweetwater and Drifting Goose in the Redfield, Faulkton and Groton newspapers. John T will look into Redfield.
Club Flags (John T): no update.
Drifting Goose Rendezvous 2009 (all): The rendezvous had 18 camps and was a great time. Weather was fantastic. All participants were happy. Mike suggested we keep the same shoot schedule next year, as timing was excellent.
Range Projects 2009 (all): East hooter needs a roof (as proven at Drifting Goose) and the clubhouse "skylights" still need to be put in. Mike was not available when Leon Kaiser was last in Aberdeen to do the skylights.
Other Old Business:
None
New Business:
Monthly Shoot: Next shoot - June 21st. We will keep it on the calendar, even though several members will be at High Plains.
Future Publicity opportunities: None noted.
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events: Ft. Sisseton June 5-7, Clear Lake 125th June 5-7, HPRR June 19-27, 4-Moons Rising July 1-5.
Ellendale Youth Festival: Lana and Warren Schlect spoke to the club about demonstrating in Ellendale for their "Do and Discover" in the park. They would be able to pay the club for our participation. They would like to see fire starting, shooting, archery, hawk throwing and anything else we could think of. After thorough discussion, the club agreed to determine costs and provide them with more detail to see if arrangements could be made. Mike will follow up with Lana.
Other New Business:
None:
Other Business:
none.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:29pm.
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May 2009
Meeting called to order at 8:10pm, 5/4/09 by President John Thelen. 12 members present.
Secretary's Report: Minutes approved as read. Website has 7272 hits on main page and 8551 on links (record month).
Treasurer's Report: $803.31 prior to meeting. The check for spoons is lost in the mail. Should we pay fees to cancel check? Vendor has already agreed to return check if it is ever received. Decision made to write a new check and consider the other lost.
Range Officer's Report: April club shoot won by John G with Joe in 2nd. No one could remember fun shoot winners.
Tabled Business:
Canoe Journey 2009 (John T): no update.
NRA Youth Sportsfest 2009 (Mike): no update.
Sweetwater Rendezvous 2009 (all): no update.
Aberdeen Gun Show 2010 (all): no update.
Ft. Manuel (Mike/Mardell): no update.
Old Business:
Club Public Relations (Zach): no update. Can someone else pursue this? What about Boy Scouts involvement with the club? Mike will check into the Scouts.
Club Flags (John T): no update.
Drifting Goose Rendezvous 2009 (all): Spoons are in and "DG 09" is scribed on them. They are available for sale now. Shoot Prizes - 1 box new .495 round balls, 1 box homemade .495's, 5lbs powder, 3 jars "Range Plum" jam, 2lbs bacon. BBQ sauce may be available. Pete needs to buy about 15-16 meat/cheese/jam prizes from Frohlings. Camp-draw prizes - Books (Track of the Wolf), Wine (Zee), Wine (Creekdancer), Bullet Mould (JT Bullet Moulds), Cookbooks (Lodge), "S" Hooks (Kaiser Welding), Haversack (Weisenburgers). John T will handle registration $. Pete will have prizes and registration change box ready for pick-up. Shoot/event volunteers (you either volunteered or were volunteered):
Saturday: 9:30am - Rifle Shoot - Mike; 10:45am - Rifle Shoot - Mike; 1:00pm - Archery - John T; 2:15pm - Rifle Shoot - Joe; 3:30pm - Pistol Shoot - Gayland; 4:45pm - Rifle Shoot - Zach/Kyle; Women's Games - Time announced onsite - Mardell.
Sunday: 9:30am - Rifle Shoot - Bob Carda; 10:45am - Rifle Shoot - John T; 1:00pm - Archery - John G; 2:15pm - Rifle Shoot - Joe; 3:30pm - Shotgun Shoot - Joe; 4:45pm - Rifle Shoot - Kyle/Zach; Hawk&Knife - 4:00-6:00pm - Mike; 6:30pm - Camp Meeting - Club Officers.
Range Projects 2009 (all): Holes are dug for outhouses. May 9 is gathering day to build hooters. WE NEED 1X WOOD STOCK! Meet at 9am onsite.
SD Outdoor Expo (Mike): June 13-14 in Huron. Due to short notice and how busy this summer is, no one can commit to attend. Several may day-trip if they are around. Next year, with High Plains further away and better timing, we may be able to participate more.
Other Old Business:
Trees: Joe advised Bob Carda may have some Ash trees available if we want to plant some at the range. If he's willing to bring them, we'll find a way to plant them.
New Business:
Club Elections Mardell moved to accept the following nominations: President - Joe Carda, Vice-President - John Graves, Secretary - Mike Thelen, Treasurer - Pete Mattson, 1-yr Board Member - Terry Grimes. Motion seconded and approved. Jessicha moved to accept the following nomination: 3-yr Board Member - Mardell Weisenburger. Motion seconded and approved. As outgoing President, John Thelen becomes a Board Member and assumes the roles of Range Officer and Head Dog Soldier at the rendezvous'.
Monthly Shoot: Next shoot - May 17th.
Future Publicity opportunities: Mike saw a listing of all 100, 125 and 150 celebrations in the South Dakota Magazine. None are during workable times for the club this year. He will monitor the SDM for next year.
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events: Drifting Goose - Memorial Day weekend, Ft. Sisseton June 5-7, Clear Lake 125th June 5-7
Other New Business:
Ipswich Trail Days: Trail Days is June 13-14, as previously discussed, this year is very busy. No one can currently commit to set up. Next year?
Other Business:
none.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:04pm.
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April 2009
Meeting called to order at 8:08pm, 4/6/09 by President John Thelen. 9 members present.
Secretary's Report: Minutes approved as read. Website has 7032 hits on main page and 8149 on links (record month).
Treasurer's Report: $1336.96 prior to meeting. Cabin Fever netted around $256. We have about $500-$600 in upcoming expenses.
Range Officer's Report: No shoot in March due to conditions. The range is now accessible!
Tabled Business:
Canoe Journey 2009 (John T): no update.
NRA Youth Sportsfest 2009 (Mike): no update.
Sweetwater Rendezvous 2009 (all): no update.
Aberdeen Gun Show 2010 (all): no update.
Ft. Manuel (Mike/Mardell): no update.
Old Business:
Cabin Fever Party 2009 (John G): Approximately 25 people in attendance. It was nice to see a lot of children. Looks like we may have had more than 50 patches to start with, as some were sold but there are still 49(See Treasurer's update also).
Club Public Relations (Zach): no update.
Club Flags (John T): It would be nice to have a new flag. The old club flag is deteriorating. Purchased flags are beyond the club's means. Can anyone make a flag?
Club Donation Requests (Mike): We have some outside donations for Drifting Goose, but we need someone to check with local businesses if possible. John G. volunteered. Mike will get Drifting Goose flyers to John.
Drifting Goose Rendezvous 2009 (all): We need to get a count of prizes before the next meeting so Pete knows how many meat prizes to purchase. John T/Joe will locate the Water Wagon. The spoons have not arrived yet because the vendor (Scarlet Scarab) has not received our check. Mike will continue to pursue. Pete or John T will handle registration. Shoot/event volunteers (you either volunteered or were volunteered):
Saturday: 9:30am - Rifle Shoot - Mike; 10:45am - Rifle Shoot - Mike; 1:00pm - Archery - John T; 2:15pm - Rifle Shoot - Joe; 3:30pm - Pistol Shoot - Gayland; 4:45pm - {open - seeking a volunteer!}; Women's Games - Time announced onsite - Mardell.
Sunday: 9:30am - Rifle Shoot - Bob Carda; 10:45am - Rifle Shoot - John T; 1:00pm - Archery - John G; 2:15pm - Rifle Shoot - Joe; 3:30pm - Shotgun Shoot - Joe; 4:45pm - {open - seeking a volunteer!}; Hawk&Knife - 4:00-6:00pm - Pete or Mike; 6:30pm - Camp Meeting - Club Officers.
Range Projects 2009 (all): We will have clean-up weekend on the 18-19 of April. However, the holes for the new outhouses will not be done. We will attempt to schedule Saturday, May 2 to build the outhouses.
Other Old Business:
none.
New Business:
Monthly Shoot: Next shoot - April 19th. Saturday clean-up will involve all but building outhouses.
Future Publicity opportunities: Britton - 4th of July (conflicts with 4-Moons so no one will likely be available).
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events: DRIFTING GOOSE!
Other New Business:
Club Elections (May) The following positions will need to be filled at the NEXT CLUB MEETING: President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, 3-yr Board Member and 1-yr Board Member. As outgoing President, John Thelen becomes a Board Member and assumes the roles of Range Officer and Head Dog Soldier at the rendezvous'. Mike Thelen and Pete Mattson volunteered to continue their roles as Secretary and Treasurer if so desired. Elections will take place at the next scheduled meeting.
Other Business:
Classifieds: Joe is looking for a tent - preferrably a bell wedge or something similar.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:14pm.
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March 2009
Meeting called to order at 6:06pm, 2/28/09 by President John Thelen. 25 members present.
Secretary's Report: Minutes approved as read. Website has 6764 hits on main page and 7638 on links.
Treasurer's Report: $1170.90 prior to meeting. Insurance is $383.00. There are some expenses and Cabin Fever income. Jim D. questioned the legislation in Pierre concerning state membership dues for non-profits. No one had any additional information.
Range Officer's Report: No shoot in February due to road conditions. We should be able to get to the range in March. A pickup blade is now available.
Tabled Business:
Canoe Journey 2009 (John T): no update.
Drifting Goose Rendezvous 2009 (all): no update.
NRA Youth Sportsfest 2009 (Mike): no update.
Sweetwater Rendezvous 2009 (all): no update.
Ft. Manuel (Mike/Mardell): no update.
Old Business:
Cabin Fever Party 2009 (John G): We're here.
Club Public Relations (Zach): no update.
Club Patches/Flags (John T): Patches are in. They look great. Cost will be $3.00 per patch. There was some difficulty with the old patch since it was woven. The new patches are embroidered, but look fantastic.
Club Donation Requests (Mike): no update.
Club Rendezvous': Mike brought info for horn spoons. Pricing and styling shared with the group. By voice vote, the group chose to pursue the horn soup spoon for camp token in 2009 in lieu of pottery.
Aberdeen Gun Show: Gained a few new members. It was good exposure for the club.
Range Projects 2009 (all): We need to determine clean-up date as we should schedule around both 4-Moons (Gary, SD) and High Plains (Sheldon, ND) so we don't impact each other's preparations. The Range clean-up date to prep for Drifting Goose will be the 3rd weekend of April (shoot weekend). We will clean/work on Saturday, wrap up early Sunday, then have the shoot. The 3rd weekend of May (shoot weekend) will be for last-minute prep for Drifting Goose.
Other Old Business:
none.
New Business:
Monthly Shoot: Next shoot - March 15.
Future Publicity opportunities: Britton should be in the near future. Joe has someone checking on date info.
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events: Trade Fairs: New Ulm, MN 3/14-15.
Other New Business:
none.
Other Business:
Clear Like Volunteer Fire Department: They will be doing another gun raffle for 2010. You can order your calendar now. Send $40.00 to: Clear Lake Fire Department, PO Box 541, Clear Lake, SD 57226. For more information, visit their website.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:42pm.
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February 2009
Meeting called to order at 8:06pm, 2/2/09 by President John Thelen. 11 members present.
Secretary's Report: Minutes approved as read. Website has 6558 hits on main page and 7312 (record month) on links.
Treasurer's Report: $1218.70 prior to meeting with about equal in and out since. Insurance is due in April (approximately $400.00). NRA dues are due. Pete advised that a 5-year membership is cheaper than a 1-year membership and we must have the membership to get insurance. John Walker moved to pay for a 5-year NRA membership, rather than year-by-year. Motion seconded and approved.
Range Officer's Report: No shoot in January due to road conditions. February may be possible depending on the amount of melting/weather.
Tabled Business:
Canoe Journey 2009 (John T): no update.
Drifting Goose Rendezvous 2009 (all): no update.
NRA Youth Sportsfest 2009 (Mike): no update.
Sweetwater Rendezvous 2009 (all): no update.
Range Projects 2009 (all): no update.
Ft. Manuel (Mike/Mardell): no update.
Old Business:
Cabin Fever Party 2009 (John G): February 28 (Saturday). We're looking for donations for the silent auction. Pete will purchase about 12 meat/cheese/jam prizes for drawings. Since the CFP is only 2 days before the next scheduled meeting, the club will CONDUCT THE MARCH MEETING AT CABIN FEVER, NOT THE USUAL MONDAY.
Club Public Relations (Zach): no update.
Club Patches/Flags (John T): The patch sample was sent to the vendor. There are some issues now that they have seen the patch. The original is woven, not embroidered, so the replacement will be a little different. They were looking into what could be done and will get back to us before making the patches to confirm.
Club Donation Requests (Mike): Lodge, Track of the Wolf, The Gun Works and Powder Horn News have all made donations at this time.
Club Rendezvous': Horn spoons are perhaps a good idea. Mike e-mailed Scarlet Scarab about their soup spoons but did not receive a response prior to the meeting. Continue discussion at the next meeting.
Aberdeen Gun Show: Feb 7-8, 2009 at the Ramkota. We have a table. At the very least, we will be the first table inside the outer doors. Bring your coats/capotes. Table selection may improve if there are cancellations. We need volunteers to work the booth as Mike cannot commit to the entire weekend. John G, John T, Joe, and Pete also volunteered. Pete will try to work Sunday afternoon. Joe is not available Sunday afternoon. Several people will bring pieces for display. Mike would like to check with the event coordinator to see if we can do a free sign up for club info and give some powder away in a drawing of those signed up.
Other Old Business:
none.
New Business:
Monthly Shoot: Next shoot - February 15. Call Thelens prior to shoot to see if road is accessible, or check the website for info.
Future Publicity opportunities: Britton and/or Langford should be in the near future. Several members will try to find more details prior to next meeting.
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events: Trade Fairs: Fargo, ND 2/21-22, OshKosh, WI 2/21-22, New Ulm, MN 3/14-15. In addition, the Midwest Primitive Rendezvous is in Missouri this year. Flyers are available.
Other New Business:
none.
Other Business: none.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:55pm.
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January 2009
Meeting called to order at 8:08pm, 1/5/09 by President John Thelen. 5 members present.
Secretary's Report: Minutes approved as read. Website has 6301 hits on main page and 6942 on links.
Treasurer's Report: Treasurer was absent. Secretary provided information from Treasurer. The club account balance is $1218.70. The check was sent to Donald Hahler. Secretary has expenses that will be handled next month.
Range Officer's Report: No shoot in December due to weather conditions. It is believed that the range can be accessed by the south road, but 4-wheel drives are recommended.
Tabled Business:
Canoe Journey 2009 (John T): no update.
Drifting Goose Rendezvous 2009: flyers are printed.
NRA Youth Sportsfest 2009: no update.
Sweetwater Rendezvous 2009: flyers are printed.
Range Projects 2009: no update.
Ft. Manuel (Mike/Mardell): no update.
Old Business:
Cabin Fever Party 2009 (John G): February 28 (Saturday). Please remember rendezvous items for silent auction/fundraising. Will we be purchasing any meat/cheese prizes? Will discuss next meeting.
Club Public Relations (Zach): no update.
Club Patches/Flags (John T): Mike had information from a business in Florida. They can do the patches for: 50@$2.50ea or 100@$1.85ea for 3.5" patch, 50@$2.95ea or 100@$2.03 for 4" patch. We must talk to Melissa for this price. Joe moved to accept the bid for 50 3.5" patches. Motion seconded and approved. Mike will contact to order.
Club Donation Requests (Mike): No responses.
Club Rendezvous': Ladles are not very cost-effective, the cheapest being $13.00 each, our cost. While people are willing to pay that for pottery, are they willing to pay it for wood ladles? That is the question. Could we possibly order 20 ladles for 1 rendezvous, then do spoons for the other? Any other options? Continue discussion at the next meeting.
Aberdeen Gun Show: Feb 7-8, 2009 at the Ramkota. Mike will contact Roger before the event, be prepared for no advanced notice if we can get a table.
Other Old Business:
none.
New Business:
Monthly Shoot: Next shoot - January 18.
Future Publicity opportunities: no update.
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events: Trade Fairs: Kearney, NE 1/16-18, Brookings, SD 1/30-31, Fargo, ND 2/21-22, New Ulm, MN 3/14-15. In addition, the Midwest Primitive Rendezvous is in Missouri this year. Flyers are available.
Other New Business:
Clear Lake Vol. Fire Dept.: Mike received information from the fire department. They are conducting a fundraiser, selling 2500 calendars for $40 each. Purchase of a calendar enters you into 104 drawings for guns or cash (2 drawings per week for all of 2009). Winners remain in the drawing for the duration. Mike shared contact info with the group (Clear Lake Vol. Fire Dept. Box 541 Clear Lake, SD 57226 605.874.2444 hall@itctel.com).
Club Insurance: Mike received information from an individual selling club insurance. The business website is outdoorinsurancespecialist. Mike will forward to Pete.
Other Business: none.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:00pm.
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December 2008
Meeting called to order at 8:05pm, 12/1/08 by President John Thelen. 8 members present.
Secretary's Report: Minutes amended to show Sweetwater 2009 will be the 1st weekend after Labor Day, not the 2nd. Approved as amended. Website has 6012 hits on main page (record month) and 6509 on links.
Treasurer's Report: We have $1202.70 prior to the meeting. Mike asked if a new check was cut for Donald Hahler. It may been misplaced. Mike has the initial check for Pete to void. Mike will attempt to recover second check. We may have to cut a new check next meeting. November shoot income was turned in to Pete.
Range Officer's Report: November - Joe won club shoot, with Mike & John T. tied for 2nd. There were also several 1.00 shoots. John G has lead if anyone would like to take some home tonight.
Tabled Business:
Canoe Journey 2009 (John T): no update.
Drifting Goose Rendezvous 2009: see below.
NRA Youth Sportsfest 2009: no update.
Sweetwater Rendezvous 2009): see below.
Range Projects: "running" targets still need cables, need to build outhouse next spring.
Ft. Manuel (Mike/Mardell): no update.
Old Business:
Cabin Fever Party 2009 (John G): February 28 (Saturday) is scheduled and confirmed. Plan on eating at 6:30pm. Doors will open between 5:00pm and 5:30pm. Cabin Fever will be at the Aberdeen Township Hall. If you have any unwanted rendezvous items, bring them for silent auction/fundraising.
Club Public Relations:
College Activities (Zach): no update.
Club Patches/Flags (John T): Joe was unable to reach Rochelle Minske before the meeting.
Club Donation Requests (Mike): No responses.
Club Rendezvous': As George B has asked to be removed as contact for Sweetwater and John T's term as President expires in May, there is a need for a new contact on the flyer (which needs to be printed prior to Jan 15). John G volunteered to be contact for Sweetwater. Place phone #605-225-3582 on the flyer with his name. The group discussed alternatives to pottery for this year's camp marker. John G had a pottery candlestick, an option for wood lanterns was reviewed. Several club members liked an option of either a horn spoon or a wooden ladle. Mike will research spoons before the next meeting.
Other Old Business:
none.
New Business:
Monthly Shoot: Next shoot - December 21.
Future Publicity opportunities: no update.
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events: no update
Aberdeen Gun Show: Feb 7-8, 2009 at the Ramkota. Mike talked to Roger Krumm. Last year the show was overbooked, but there are often last-minute cancellations. Mike will contact Roger in mid-January to see if a table is available. Roger advised that there may be very last-minute cancellations, if we could respond between Friday night and Saturday morning of the show. Mike will ask for volunteers in the next newsletter.
Other New Business:
Living History Fair: In Brookings. Mike received information from Julie H but did not bring to the meeting. Their funding has been reduced significantly, so they will only be running Friday (school day) and Saturday. Mike will check the dates and send in the newsletter, along with dates of other regional trade fairs.
Other Business: Joe is looking for a horse-drawn sleigh.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:50pm.
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November 2008
Meeting called to order at 8:10pm, 11/3/08 by President John Thelen. 6 members present.
Secretary's Report: Minutes approved as read. Website has 5729 hits on main page, 6172 on links. Both were record traffic months.
Treasurer's Report: We have $1193.70 after check to Donald Hahler for building move. October shoot income turned in to Pete.
Range Officer's Report: October - no club shoot, just a couple $1.00 shoots and fun shoots.
Tabled Business:
Canoe Journey 2009 (John T): no update.
Ft. Manuel (Mike/Mardell): no update.
Drifting Goose Rendezvous 2009: see below.
NRA Youth Sportsfest (Mike): no update.
Old Business:
Cabin Fever Party 2009 (John G): Date will be February 28 (Saturday). Plan on eating at 6:30pm. Doors will open between 5:00pm and 5:30pm. Cabin Fever will be at the Aberdeen Township Hall. John G will contact to make reservation.
Club Public Relations:
College Activities (Zach): no update.
Club Patches/Flags (John T): Rochelle Minske may be able to make the patches. Joe will attempt to contact her before next meeting. Mike is working on a new club flag to fly at the range.
Club Donation Requests (Mike): No results yet from mailing requests for financial assistance with Range improvements.
Membership List (Mike): All paid members identified. Mike will include list in next newsletter and request all members pay their club dues.
Club Rendezvous': Drifting Gooose - Memorial Day weekend. Camp fee $20.00. Daily shoot fee (in lieu of camp fee) $10.00. Look to combine Drifting Goose and Sweetwater for one camp item (pottery, lantern, etc). Sweetwater - change to 1st weekend after Labor Day, September 11-13, 2009. $20.00 camp fee, $10.00 daily shoot fee. Decision on pottery/other items tabled until next meeting.
Other Old Business:
Building move finance pay $250.00 to Donald for his assistance.
Ft. Sisseton Mike shared an update letter from the Brookings Renegades meeting with the Ft. Sisseton staff.
Powder Horn News Mike shared a letter from the Powder Horn News conveying their apology for picture quality of the Drifting Goose article.
New Business:
Monthly Shoot: Next shoot - November 16.
Future Publicity opportunities: no update.
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events: no update
Other New Business: The Aberdeen Gun Show is Feb 7-8, 2009. The club decided to get a booth, if we are able to get one free again. Mike will work with Roger Krumm of the Dacotah Territory Gun Collectors to secure a booth. We will not know if a booth is available until weeks (or even days) prior to the event. However, in anticipation of a booth, the club needs to line up volunteers. Joe volunteered. Mike will send a volunteer request in the next newsletter to establish a list prior to the gun show.
Other Business: no update.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:10pm.
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October 2008
Meeting called to order at 8:00pm, 10/6/08 by President John Thelen. 10 members present.
Secretary's Report: Secretary was absent. Information provided by President. Minutes approved as read. Website has 5435 hits on main page, 5805 on links.
Treasurer's Report: We had $1251.17 at start of meeting, with new bills and income received since. Mardell had bill for fry bread (Trail Days). Mike had bill for newsletters/range repairs. John T had income from shoots and building donations.
Range Officer's Report: September shoot - Joe - 1st, John T - 2nd, need to give out scalps at next shoot.
Tabled Business:
Canoe Journey 2009 (John T):
Ft. Manuel (Mike/Mardell): no update.
Drifting Goose Rendezvous 2009: no update.
NRA Youth Sportsfest (Mike): Next year's date - August 8.
Old Business:
Ft. Sisseton (John T): The club was joined by John (District Supervisor) and Katie from the Fort. Katie was transitioning to site manager through April. Since, she has been researching how to better manage/coordinate the summer festival. They are looking for ideas to improve. The club provided some general history of the relationship/participation of the DTML with Ft. Sisseton since 1979. Initially, participants were "part of the show" so there was no camp fee. Then there was a small camp fee. Now, Ft. Sisseton is more expensive than a Regional or National rendezvous. Yet, the Buckskinners and Military are the main public draw at the festival. All trade blankets were asked to donate prizes, now traders charged a lot of money to set up and aren't making any money. In the past, the rendezvous was a period-correct showplace, education and novelty, but the image was always pre-1840. Now, the State's "gator" and individuals' vehicles are in the primitive area all the time, no longer a feeling of "living history". The event needs a booshway and dog soldiers to keep the reenactors in line (too many examples of 'skinners not keeping to the pre-1840 theme), but also needs someone in authority to keep civilians/tourists/employees respectful of the time-period (could be the same person {booshway} if allowable). Club members advised that the primitive area needs to stay primitive and not have modern camp mixed in. People have no respect for authority and the "gate" that defines the primitive area. One suggestion was to organize more and define an "open" time for civilians/tourists and a "closed" time for people in period-correct attire only (i.e. after 8:00pm - period-correct only). In addition, it was discussed that there needs to be something new, do something different to draw people back in, both as campers and as tourists. The bullwhip was perhaps the most interesting (good public draw) but least commercialized/advertised. The event needs more interactive public participation. The club was not sure how much it could assist with Ft. Sisseton from a manage/run perspective, as membership is not very high and already stretched pretty thin with club events. {Secretary's note - detailed minutes were unavailable, this is a summary and "fill-in-the-blank" from notes taken. Secretary's suggestions for involvement - treat this like a Regional event. Conduct Q&A sessions under a big tent or other "speaking arena" for the public. Have 'skinners talk about their trade, or why they dress the way they do. Find 'skinners who would put on candle-making demonstrations, rifle loading, hawk throwing, "how to make lead balls", dutch-oven baking, etc...but do these in a captured arena, not just at the shooting range or "joe smith's tent" - a pre-established "seminar tent" so the public always knows were to go to learn about it. Plus, camping fees must be reduced for 'skinners or we simply will choose other events to attend. Being available to the public is a requirement to keep our organizations alive, but we shouldn't have to pay excessive fees for the "privilege" of being on display for the public.}
Building/Range update: no notes.
Club Public Relations:
College Activities (Zach): no notes.
Club Patches/Flags (John T): no notes.
Club Donation Requests (Mike): no notes - however, requests have been made to the secretary for additional copies of the fundraising letter. Copies will be available at the next meeting.
Sweetwater: Had 19 camps and made $193.00 ($63.00 from Chinese Auction). Including the mugs, income was $410.00 (sold 45 mugs, $217.00 income). Jams/Jellies were most popular prize, followed by cheese, then meat. Next year, perhaps more jam/jelly and cheese, and less meat. The 2009 flyer was reviewed. Dates may change as the club is considering the first full weekend after Labor Day, rather than the 2nd weekend due to constant, inclement weather and short hours of daylight. Also, the flyer needs a new contact person as George is ready to "pass the torch" to the next person. The club will have a new President in 2009 (John T will have served his maximum two consecutive terms), so we will need to discuss this further. We should also choose next year's mugs by January. Choices - small mugs, bowls, pitchers, salt/pepper shakers, shot glass?? Bring ideas to the next meeting. {Secretary's note - should we merge Sweetwater and Drifting Goose so we have one item that covers both events?}
Other Old Business: The clubmember list was reviewed and updated. If your dues haven't been paid since June, they've expired and you need to renew! {Secretary's note - before I contact members with expired dues, I thought one or two had paid at Drifting Goose and aren't labeled. I need to verify this with Pete at the next meeting.}
New Business:
Cabin Fever Party 2009: no notes.
Monthly Shoot: Next shoot - October 19.
Future Publicity opportunities: no notes.
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events: 2009 HPRR is looking for cleanup volunteers, contact Kirk Redmond in Ellendale. {Secretary's note - I have his contact info.}
Other New Business: no notes.
Other Business: no notes.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
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September 2008
Meeting called to order at 8:09pm, 9/8/08 by President John Thelen. 7 members present.
Secretary's Report: Approved as read. Website has 5226 hits on main page, 5490 on links.
Treasurer's Report: We had $1253.82 at start of meeting, now at $1015.88 due to cabin expenses submitted tonight. There will be additional expenses for paint, moving the building, and Sweetwater expenses.
Range Officer's Report: John could not recall who won, nor could anyone else.
Tabled Business:
New Rendezvous site (Joe):
2008 Canoe Journey (John T): May have to look to 2009.
Ft. Sisseton (John T): Katie will be attending the October meeting. We need everyone to attend. Mike will send a newsletter prior to the meeting.
Ft. Manuel (Mike/Mardell): no update.
Cabin Fever Party (2009): no update.
Drifting Goose Rendezvous (2009): no update.
Target stands (Joe/John T): All stands are built and taken care of for both Sweetwater and the Range.
Old Business:
Building/Range update (John T): The building has been moved. Doors are facing north. 5 windows are installed (donated by Frank Z, Richard U and John T). Two stoves are in (old stove from previous clubhouse and stove donated by Mike/John T) but need to have venting completed. John G has scraped and painted the building (1.25 sides need paint yet - out of paint) and was able to use scrap siding from the windows to repair damage from the move. The building has new latches and locks as well.
2008 NRA Youth Sportsfest (August 9th): Went well. The kids got to shoot a lot. Muzzleloading was one of the best-liked stations. They are thinking of reducing to 30 minute sessions and adding a couple stations for next year. The 2009 date is set, Mike will bring to the next meeting.
Club Public Relations:
College Activities (Zach): no update.
Club Patches/Flags (John T): Webster business cannot make the patch. John T may have found a new lead, but needs to check into it.
Donation Requests (Joe): Sodak provided two starter kits. We have enough prizes for camp draws during Sweetwater.
Sweetwater, September 12-14, 2008: Event list and captain: Friday - 2:00pm rifle shoot, John T; 3:15pm rifle shoot, Pete; 4:30pm rifle shoot, Joe; Saturday - 8:00am breakfast, {volunteer cooks}; 9:15am Archery, John G; 10:30am rifle shoot, {surprise}; 12:30pm shotgun shoot, Ralph; 1:45pm rifle shoot, Mike; 3:00pm smoothbore shoot, John T; 4:15pm pistol shoot, Nick; 1:00-4:00 - hawk & knife, Pete. Joe may also run a Trapper's Walk all-day Saturday. Pete has garbage bags. Mike will make/print schedules. Pete will get 33 food prizes (even split - meat, cheese & jam). Joe will bring the water wagon over on Tuesday or Wednesday. Target stands are done.
Other Old Business: None.
New Business:
Monthly Shoot: Next shoot - September 21 (week after Sweetwater). The Buffalo and Squirrel are still out of commission.
Future Publicity opportunities:
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events:
Other New Business: Westerners Club Meeting: Mike and John met with the Westerners Club to do a presentation on Drifting Goose. Their dues are $6.00/year if anyone is interested. They are solely focused on local history. Some of them provided additional insights on Drifting Goose references.
Other Business: None.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:13pm.
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August 2008
Meeting called to order at 8:08pm, 8/4/08 by President John Thelen. 5 members present.
Secretary's Report: Approved as read. Website has 4933 hits on main page, 5146 on links. Traffic is slowing in summer months, as expected.
Treasurer's Report: We have $1282.31 +/- changes tonight.
Range Officer's Report: John G won club shoot in July, Joe and Mike tied for second. Scalps need to be awarded at next club shoot.
Tabled Business:
New Rendezvous site (Joe):
2008 Canoe Journey (John T): no update.(August?)
Ft. Sisseton (John T): Will schedule for October meeting
Ft. Manuel (Mike/Mardell): no update.
Cabin Fever Party (2009): no update.
Drifting Goose Rendezvous (2009): no update.
Target stands (Joe/John T): Joe hasn't reached Loy Stange yet.
Old Business:
Building/Range update (John T): Building is turned and ready as soon as Donald is available. Mike has a contact with a bobcat, 2' auger and 6" auger who is willing to help the club with outhouse holes. Thane Wells has two barrel potties made and ready for the club. The cottonwood on the west end lost a large branch. It will need to be cut and removed before the building can move in. There are combination locks on the main building now. We need to locate wood to build the new outhouses.
2008 NRA Youth Sportsfest (August 9th): Joe, John T, Mike, and John G have committed to attend. Dan O CANNOT make it. Can anyone else? At least 2-3 more people would be nice. Remember, this is in-dress. We need to be there at 7:30am Saturday morning. It was mentioned that we need trash cans for the cleaning patches/etc. Lunch is provided.
Club Public Relations:
College Activities (Zach): no update.
Club Patches/Flags (John T): John T will contact Mark H for an update.
Donation Requests (Joe): Have a dutch oven from TSC. Sodak will provide something. Have some good camp-draw prizes from e-mail donations, including a ton of lacing. Pete needs a count of prizes as soon as possible for Sweetwater. Club decided to use meat (Frohlings)/cheese (Econo) prizes for shoot prizes and the rest for camp draws.
Sweetwater, September 12-14, 2008: Site work date(s) - August 23rd at 8:00am to mow (if Joe can't hay) and cut/deliver firewood. If the site is mowed, a second mow date will be August 31st at 8:00am (necessary due to grass height) Frank Z has some wood, as does Joe. We will still need to cut additional. We will also need to build target stands - Joe is working on this. Event list and captain: Friday - 2:00pm rifle shoot, John T; 3:15pm rifle shoot, Pete; 4:30pm rifle shoot, Joe; Saturday - 8:00am breakfast, {volunteer cooks}; 9:15am Archery, John G; 10:30am rifle shoot, {open}; 12:30pm shotgun shoot, Ralph; 1:45pm rifle shoot, Mike; 3:00pm smoothbore shoot, John T; 4:15pm pistol shoot, {open}; 1:00-4:00 - hawk & knife, Pete. Joe may also run a Trapper's Walk all-day Saturday. Pete will contact Alice and determine/purchase needed supplies for the camp breakfast. John T will contact Nick & Mark Hubsch about running the two open shoots.
Other Old Business: None.
New Business:
Monthly Shoot: Next shoot - August 17. The Buffalo and Squirrel are still out of commission.
Future Publicity opportunities: We would be interested in Trail Days next year if it doesn't conflict with High Plains. Mike will contact Mardell to get a contact name.
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events:Labor Day weekend - Black Hills Rendezvous; August (3rd weekend?) - Perham, MN and Forest City, MN.
Other New Business: None.
Other Business: Due to Labor Day, the September meeting will be September 8th, prior to Sweetwater, to wrap up details.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:10pm.
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July 2008
Meeting called to order at 7:43pm, 7/7/08 by President John Thelen. 5 members present.
Secretary's Report: Approved as read. Website has 4666 hits on main page, 4914 on links.
Treasurer's Report: We have $1282.31 + some additional. Drifting Goose made approximately $184.88 profit.
Range Officer's Report: Range Officer absent, discussion of at least one more set of target stands for range. It would be nice if we could get 3 total sets additional, the other two permanently for Sweetwater. Joe will talk to Loy.
Tabled Business:
New Rendezvous site (Joe):
2008 Canoe Journey (John T): no update.(August?)
2008 NRA Youth Sportsfest (August 9th): Who will attend? Joe, John T, Mike, {presumably} John G and Dan O. Any others?
Ft. Manuel (Mike/Mardell): no update.
Cabin Fever Party (2009):no update.
Target stands (Joe/John T): Joe will contact Loy Stange:
Old Business:
Building update (John T):Donald is still haying. However, he should be done in a couple weeks. We need to call him around shoot weekend. Members will meet this Saturday at 8:00am to prepare the building for transportation.
Ipswich Trail Days: This was a good event. Lots of fun and exposure. The group gave away a large amount of Fry Bread. We were able to dig firepits. The club should consider this event next year, if it doesn't conflict with High Plains. There may be limited camp space, but it was good exposure for the club.
Club Public Relations:
College Activities (Zach): no update.
Aberdeen Area Arts Council/ARCC (open): no update.
Club Patches/Flags (John T): Mark H has sample, waiting to hear back from him.
IRS Non-Profit Rules (Mike): Completed.
Donation Requests (Joe): Sodak and TSC are both going to donate. Joe hasn't contacted any others yet. Mike sent out additional requests to organizations outside the local area by e-mail.
Other Old Business:
Ft. Sisseton (John T.): Kate is very busy until September or October. Then she wishes to meet with the club to discuss Ft. Sisseton. She will also be bringing her boss.
New Business:
July Shoot: July 20th. The Buffalo and Squirrel still need to be repaired from Drifting Goose.
Sweetwater, September 12-14, 2008: Joe is working on prizes and will contact George about haying the site. That will reduce the need to mow. The site needs wood. Frank Z has some downed trees. We need to see if he needs help cutting and getting to the site. Event list and captain: Friday - 2:00pm rifle shoot, John T; 3:15pm rifle shoot, {open}; 4:30pm rifle shoot, Joe; Saturday - 8:00am breakfast, {cooks open}; 9:15am Archery {open}; 10:30am rifle shoot, {open}; 12:30pm shotgun shoot {Ralph?}; 1:45pm rifle shoot, Mike; 3:00pm smoothbore shoot, John T; 4:15pm pistol shoot, {open}; Afternoon - hawk & knife, Pete.
2008 Publicity opportunities: None.
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events:Labor Day weekend - Black Hills Rendezvous; August (3rd weekend?) - Perham, MN and Forest City, MN.
Other New Business: None.
Other Business: None.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:48pm.
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June 2008
Meeting called to order at 8:07pm, 6/2/08 by President John Thelen. 7 members present.
Secretary's Report: Approved as read. Website has 4374 hits on main page, 4607 on links.
Treasurer's Report: We have $789.31. This was not including money from Drifting Goose. NRA dues are paid. Next year, we should look at long-term dues payment to the NRA to save money.
Range Officer's Report: No paid shoots in May, just fun shoots.
Tabled Business:
New Rendezvous site (Joe):
2008 Canoe Journey: no update.(August?)
2008 NRA Youth Sportsfest: no update.(August 9th)
Sweetwater, September 12-14, 2008:We are almost out of mugs. Should we reorder? Decision was made not to reorder mugs. Our camp fees for Sweetwater have remained the same for 20 years, yet the expenses have gone up. We should raise camp fees to $20 or $25 next year (also raise Drifting Goose.) We will also need wood for this fall. John T. will talk to Frank and make arrangements. It was decided to use the same token as Drifting Goose.
Ft. Manuel (Mike/Mardell): no update.
Cabin Fever Party (2009):no update.
Target stands (Joe/John T):
Old Business:
Building update (John T):July 12, 9:00am. John T. will contact Donald Hahler.
SD Outdoor Expo report (Mike): Event went well. Now that we know what to expect, there is more we can do next year. We would be able to camp Friday night and leave Saturday night. Fry bread is a good possibility, as is archery or hawk demonstration.
"Drifting Goose" Rendezvous: was a very good success. 6/7 events per day is about right. We need a lunch break though, AND NEW HOOTERS. Possible event times could be: 9am, 10am, 11am, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm. We will build new hooters (at least one) before next spring. Joe will write an article on Drifting Goose for the Powder Horn News. Mike will send article with pictures.
Ipswich Trail Days: Also their 125th. Trail Days is June 14-15. Several people have expressed interest in either camping or day-tripping. The club may provide candy in the parade and fry bread to passers-by. Keep all receipts and bring to the following meeting. This is a great opportunity for the club to get additional publicity.
Club Public Relations:
College Activities (Zach): no update.
Aberdeen Area Arts Council/ARCC (open): no update.
Club Patches/Flags (John T): Joe will get a patch sample to Mark H. He may know someone in Webster who can help us out.
IRS Non-Profit Rules (Mike/Pete): Mike will file in June.
Donation Requests: no updates.
Other Old Business:
Ft. Sisseton Kate will work with muzzleloaders to improve the rendezvous portion of the festival. John T. will invite her to the July meeting.
New Business:
June Shoot: Will be held on the 15th, the day after Trail Days. Please do not shoot the Buffalo or Squirrel, as they need to be repaired from Drifting Goose. Also, as John T and Mike will be at the HPRR in Kansas, the grass will not be mowed.
2008 Publicity opportunities: None.
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events:HPRR 2008 in McLouth, KS June 13-22. 4-Moons Rising in Gary, SD July 2-6.
Other New Business: None.
Other Business: None.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:07pm.
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May 2008
Meeting called to order 5/5/08 by President John Thelen.
Secretary's Report: Mike was absent, John read secretary's report. Website has 4114 hits on main page, 4362 on links.
Treasurer's Report: We have $934.92. There is a check for $11.00 for the April shoot and expenses for the secretary.
Range Officer's Report: John T took first and John G took second in the club shoot.
Tabled Business:
New Rendezvous site (Joe):
Ft. Manuel (Mike): Mardell may check into this.
2008 Canoe Journey: (August?)
Cabin Fever Party (2009):
Sweetwater, September 12-14, 2008:
Target stands (Joe/John T):
Old Business:
Range clean-up weekend: Went really well. The club was able to borrow a Bobcat and clear a lot of debris.
Building update (John T):We need to pick a day and get this moved.
SD Outdoor Expo, May 17-18, 2008 (Mike): We need to be there before 9am on Saturday if at all possible. If we want to do fry bread and other activities, Mike needs to let Randy Gaskins know. We need a decision at this meeting. Club shoot will still be held on Sunday, if anyone plans on staying the night in Huron.
Club Public Relations:
College Activities (Zach): {no update recorded}
Aberdeen Area Arts Council/ARCC (open): {no update recorded}.
Club Patches/Flags (John T): We have another request from a patch collector. Should we order more patches?
"Drifting Goose" Rendezvous: John T will contact Nick and Ralph to see if they are available to run shoots. Ralph will bring the water wagon over. Joe has a token determined. We should have at least 2 signs (one on the Mansfield road and one on Hwy 281). If people identified aren't available to run shoots, someone will run them. John T. will contact Pete around May 17th for meat prizes.
IRS Non-Profit Rules (Mike/Pete): Apparently our budget year doesn't end until May 31. Mike has the info needed to file. We will file once we roll into June.
Donation Requests: {no update recorded}
NRA Youth Sportsfest: The BCSC would like someone from the group to attend a meeting May 12 at 7pm. Mike cannot get there due to other conflicts. Can anyone else attend?
Ipswich Trail Days: Also their 125th. Trail Days is June 14-15. Several people have expressed interest in either camping or day-tripping. The club may provide candy in the parade and fry bread to passers-by. Keep all receipts and bring to the following meeting. This is a great opportunity for the club to get additional publicity.
Other Old Business: None.
New Business:
May Shoot: Will be held on the 18th, the day after SD Outdoor Expo.
2008 Publicity opportunities:
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events:
Other New Business: Ft. Sisseton is under a new section leader. Her name is Kate. She is interested in discussing the event with buckskinners to revitalize the festival. John T will call her and begin discussions with what the DTML members would like to see.
Other Business: None.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
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April 2008
Meeting called to order at 8:13 pm, 4/7/08 by President John Thelen. 10 members present.
Secretary's Report: The minutes of the last meeting were approved as read. Website has 3906 hits, Links page has 4112 hits.
Treasurer's Report: We will have $918.92 in our account after tomorrow. Some Sweetwater mugs and dues have come in. Insurance and Secretary of State are paid.
Range Officer's Report: March shoot had 8 people. Scalps were given out for club pay shoot.
Tabled Business:
New Rendezvous site (Joe):
Ft. Manuel (Mike):
Cabin Fever Party (John T): $40.00 estimated profit. The club sold a few mugs, got some dues paid. Everyone had a good time.
2008 Canoe Journey: Spring is quickly filling up with other activities. Can the canoe trip be done in late August? John will check on river status if postponed until then.
Range clean-up weekend: WILL BE SHOOT WEEKEND IN APRIL (3RD SUNDAY OF THE MONTH). Lots of 'little' cleaning to do to get everything ready for Drifting Goose.
NRA Youth Sportsfest: August 9th. Mark your calendars. This is a good event. The kids have a great time.
Sweetwater, September 12-14, 2008:
Building update (John T):
Target stands (Joe/John T):
Old Business:
SD Outdoor Expo, May 17-18, 2008 (Mike): Several members are considering day-tripping Saturday. John T and Zach W hope to set up camps. Zach isn't sure of schedule, but will check and determine if he can do fire-starting demonstrations. The club will contact Randy Gaskins and commit to loading demonstrations (done at camp, no 'live' load fire) and possibly fry-bread to hand out to public. The club needs to know if we can dig firepits, though. The Sunday schedule is also needed, to determine who can set up camp and stay through the event. Mike will contact Randy Gaskins.
Club Public Relations:
College Activities (Zach): Zach has left messages, no replies. Drifting Goose is open to the public, might want to promote that.
Aberdeen Area Arts Council/ARCC (open): Kyle was not in attendance.
Club info listings - GF&P/Abdn Am News (Joe): The News is still not responding.
Club Patches/Flags (John T): No new update. Pete contacted Cindy Bauer. She is unable to make the patches.
"Drifting Goose" Rendezvous: Memorial Day weekend (May 23-26). John T needs to find the scalp cutter as Joe needs it for the camp token. Zach can provide a backup if necessary. Someone needs to contact Nick H. to see if he will be attending and if he can run the 1:30pm shoot on Sunday. Same needs to be done with Ralph and the shotgun shoot at 9:00am Sunday. Members discussed the definition of a "camp" concerning fees. Two options were discussed, being (1) 2 adults and children under 18 is a camp, regardless of relationship and (2) "camp" is a family only, with 2 adults (Husband & Wife) and children under 18. 4-Moons and High Plains do not distinguish between 2 adults or "Husband & Wife". Members voted to define "camp" as 2 adults and children under 18 is a camp, regardless of relationship, with an evaluation done after Drifting Goose to determine if any changes need to be made. Financially, there will be a charge for more than 2 adults in one camp.
IRS Non-Profit Rules (Mike/Pete): We will have to file if we want to retain our non-profit status. Mike believes he has all material needed to file the e-postcard and get this taken care of.
Donation Requests: Joe has talked to Sodak. Mardell provided another possible source for donations, someone who does the military reenactments and makes period-correct clothes. No update from Kyle.
Other Old Business: None.
New Business:
April Shoot: Will be held on the 20th. This is clean-up weekend.
2008 Publicity opportunities: Ipswich Trail Days is also their 125th. Mardell would like to set up and promote, if there were other club members who would also set up. Mike will include in the next newsletter to see if there are others who can participate. Trail Days is June 14-15.
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events: Ft. Atkinson (Nebraska) event is April 18-20.
Other New Business: None.
Other Business: None.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:25 pm.
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March 2008
Meeting was cancelled due to Illnesses/Absenteeism.
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February 2008
Meeting called to order at 8:09 pm, 2/4/08 by Vice President Joe Carda. 5 members present.
Secretary's Report: The minutes of the last meeting were approved as read. Website has 3400 hits, Links page has surpassed Index in hits.
Treasurer's Report: We had $908.20 in our account prior to the meeting. Sweetwater mugs have been paid. Some dues and aggregate dollars were turned in.
Range Officer's Report: No shoot in January due to weather.
Tabled Business:
New Rendezvous site (Joe):
Ft. Manuel (Mike):
Cabin Fever Party, Mar 1. (John T): There will be a free drawing throughout the night for random small prizes. The fundraiser drawings will be 1 ticket for $1.00. Giving 3/$1 is just a waste of tickets since everyone pays $1.00. Joe will bring coffee. Mike needs to contact Pete with the number of prizes already collected to determine the number of meat prizes to purchase from Frohling Meats.
2008 Spring canoe journey: Need to review possible dates due to busy May. Joe will bring map next month to review possible routes.
Range clean-up weekend: WILL BE SHOOT WEEKEND IN APRIL (3RD SUNDAY OF THE MONTH)
Building update (John T):
Old Business:
Target stands (Joe/John T): No new update.
SD Outdoor Expo, May 17-18, 2008 (Mike): The organization wants to know what we can/will demonstrate. The camp area is located on the State Fair grounds in Huron, SD. If you set up, they want you to stay THROUGH Sunday's events. Day-tripping is possible, but they need to know what we are willing to demonstrate asap. There is the possibility of shooting, but that will be done at the local trap range outside of town. They will be bussing people back and forth. Joe, John G and Kyle all mentioned possibly day-tripping. Does anyone want to demonstrate? Possibly Zach or Dan O as they are both experienced? Mike will include in next newsletter to see if there are volunteers (hint, hint!) Any volunteer needs to contact Mike asap so he can get information. This is very near the dates for both the canoe trip and Drifting Goose. The club may need to look at rescheduling the canoe trip? Several members would like to carpool and day-trip that Saturday.
Sweetwater 2008: Mugs are here. They look great! Mike tested the "market" in Kearney. The mugs will hold 24oz with room for additional liquid. Pricing will be difficult. After much discussion and deliberation, it was agreed that we will charge $15.00 (the basic model retails for $18.00 in Dave's booth). Several members took mugs home. They will be available in limited quantities at the next meetings, shoots and Fargo Trade Fair.
Club Public Relations:
College Activities (Zach): Zach was not in attendance for an update AGAIN!
Aberdeen Area Arts Council/ARCC (open): Kyle has not had an opportunity to pursue. He will try to get this moving before the next meeting.
Club info listings - GF&P/Abdn Am News (Joe): GF&P can't publicize, or all other groups would want the same. The News is still not responding.
Club Patches/Flags (John T): No new update. Pete asked if John T had contacted Cindy Bauer? She might be able to make the patches.
"Drifting Goose" Rendezvous: Memorial Day weekend (May 23-26). Joe is working on token. He found a possible backup - Buffalo Concho. The club asked him to pursue the backup as it may be used for other events also. John T needs to find the scalp cutter as Joe needs it for the camp token. John G volunteered to run a shoot and archery. John T will do the first rifle shoot Saturday. Kyle will run the smoothbore shoot. Someone needs to see if Ralph is available for the Shotgun shoot as it is early in the morning and he may be in the fields by that time. Kyle would be dog soldier. He volunteered Zach also. Pete isn't sure of his schedule, so someone may need to run the Hawk & Knife.
Other Old Business:
IRS Non-Profit Rules (Mike/Pete): Nothing has changed yet. The local IRS office still doesn't know what we will have to do. Mike gets regular electronic updates, but nothing has been clarified yet.
New Business:
February Shoot: Will be held on the 17th. Aggregates need to be made up before Cabin Fever party. LAST MAKE UP DATE.
2008 Publicity opportunities: Joe will investigate and see if he can learn of any celebrations this summer.
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events: Updated: ND trade fair - Feb 16-17. Joe would like to carpool.
Other New Business:
NRA Youth Sportsfest: Rieck Eske provided the date for the 2008 event. They have moved back to August due to weather and sporting events. The date will be August 9th. Will we participate? A number of members believed they would be available for the sportsfest, so Mike will contact Rieck and confirm.
New Member: Doug Wanttie has joined the club.
Donation Requests: Joe will work the local scene this year. Kyle will help where he can.
Other Business: None.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:38 pm.
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January 2008
Meeting called to order at 8:05 pm, 1/7/08 by President John Thelen. 6 members present.
Secretary's Report: The minutes of the last meeting were approved with one correction - NE trade fair is Jan 18-20. Website has 3159 hits, Links page has 3100. Highest monthly traffic to date on Links.
Treasurer's Report: Pete was absent, report delivered by John T. We had $1365.80 in our account prior to the meeting. Insurance and Sweetwater mugs are due yet. Some dues and aggregate dollars will be turned in later.
Range Officer's Report: No fee shoot in December, just aggregate and fun shoots.
Tabled Business:
New Rendezvous site (Joe):
Ft. Manuel (Mike): Joe found phone numbers to contact. Deanne Bearcatches 701-823-4949 or 2299 & 605-823-2494 seasonal. Mike will pursue.
Cabin Fever Party (John T): March 1, 2008. Plan on a silent auction. If you have items, please bring them. John G will bring paper/pencils. Also consider giving 1 free ticket for each drawing, with the option of buying additional chances. Everyone would then have 1 chance without having to pay.
2008 Spring canoe journey: 2nd weekend of May potentially.
Range clean-up weekend:
Old Business:
Building update (John T): John T and Ralph were unable to locate an available tractor this late in the year. The building will have to be moved next spring when the weather makes it possible.
Target stands (Joe/John T): Still need the 25yd and 100yd stands made.
SD Outdoor Expo, May 17-18, 2008 (Mike): No news, but the deadline is fast approaching. Mike will contact for an update.
Sweetwater 2008: Mug samples were done, but no one was able to hook up with Dakota Stoneware to pick them up. We should have the entire order by next meeting. Mike presented an updated flyer. All liked the simplified version. Mike will have copies made for distribution at Kearney and other trade fairs. Mike will also get Sweetwater added to the Powder Horn News.
Club Public Relations:
College Activities (Zach): Zach was not in attendance for an update.
Aberdeen Area Arts Council/ARCC (open): Kyle was not in attendance for an update.
Club info listings - GF&P/Abdn Am News (Joe): No new success, but Joe is still working on both. GF&P is checking against guidelines.
Club Patches/Flags (John T): Nothing new to report. John will get back to this by next meeting.
"Drifting Goose" Rendezvous: Memorial Day weekend (May 23-26). Possibility of using a goose feather as the initial camp token. Joe has a plan. We need to have the rendezvous name and date on the token. After discussion, it was decided to use a leather "scalp" from the club shoot scalps and tie that to the feather. John T will need to locate the scalp punch. Several flyer designs were brought for review. One was chosen with some slight modifications. Mike will get copies made before the Nebraska trade fair in January and will send to Powder Horn News. Several people volunteered for events. We need to determine the remaining volunteers at the next two meetings.
Other Old Business: None.
New Business:
January Shoot: January shoot will be held on the 20th. Aggregates need to be made up before Cabin Fever party.
2008 Publicity opportunities: No new updates.
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events: Updated: NE trade fair - Jan 18-20.
Other New Business:
Donation Requests: Mike and John have submitted donation requests via e-mail to many businesses outside SD. We need to have someone look for donations in the Aberdeen area for the rendezvous' this year.
Other Business: None.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:25 pm.
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December 2007
Meeting called to order at 8:00 pm, 12/3/07 by President John Thelen. 9 members present.
Secretary's Report: The minutes of the last meeting were approved as read. Website has 2850 hits, Links page has 2683.
Treasurer's Report: We had $1365.80 in our account prior to the meeting. Insurance and Sweetwater mugs are due yet.
Range Officer's Report: No fee shoot in November, just aggregate.
Old Business:
Building update (John T): Building is cleared out and ready to move. The stackmover is available, but Hahler's tractor is down, so is Nilsson's. We need to find a tractor, then try to move the building before Christmas. John T will contact Ralph or seek alternatives for a tractor. Everyone be prepared for recruitment to move the building.
Target stands (Joe/John T): We will need to remove old target posts and install new stands when we move the building in, due to size and 'approach' to get the building positioned where we want it.
SD Outdoor Expo, May 17-18, 2008 (Mike): No new updates.
New Rendezvous site (Joe): On hold until further notice
Ft. Manuel (Mike): Mike sent e-mails to two addresses, but were returned undeliverable. No one has a phone number to contact. Until e-mail works on the Ft. Manuel end, there is no lead to pursue.
Cabin Fever Party (John T): Just a reminder - someone needs to bring coffee. Date is March 1, 2008.
Sweetwater 2008: Mugs could be done this month. When they are, Mike will contact Pete & Joe to see who can pick them up.
Club Public Relations:
College Activities (Zach): Zach contacted NSU History department. They would like to set something up again at the range. He will continue pursuing this.
Aberdeen Area Arts Council/ARCC (open): Kyle has volunteered to contact these groups.
Club info listings - GF&P/Abdn Am News (Joe): No new success, but Joe is still working on both.
Club Patches/Flags (John T): John T talked to Sanders Sew & Vac, but no success. There are responses by several online contacts. Prices are approximately $2-$3.00 per patch for 50-piece orders. DSS may be able to do this (or know another local contact) and Cindy Bauer may also do this work. John T will continue.
2008 Spring canoe journey: Reminder - 2nd weekend of May potentially. John T has a possible contact with experience on the Cheyenne River near Oakes/Lisbon if we want to drive up. Jim River is too flooded - no trees anymore.
Range clean-up weekend: On hold.
"Drifting Goose" Rendezvous: Potential date is Memorial Day weekend, which would allow for two full days of activities (Saturday & Sunday) with setup anytime before Saturday and teardown on Monday. Possibility of using a goose feather as the initial camp token. Joe and Kyle will see how many they can get. Joe brought a flyer design. We will choose a flyer at next meeting. Bring a hard copy so Zach can try to get copies made before the Nebraska trade fair in January. Plan on having 5 rifle shoots, Smoothbore, Shotgun, Pistol, Archery, Skillet Toss, Hawk&Knife, and Trapper's Walk/Seneca Run - approximately 6 events per day, Saturday and Sunday, with blanket events Friday and/or Monday. Coordinate events at approximately 9am, 10:30am, 12pm, 1:30pm, 3pm and 4:30pm, with the camp meeting Sunday night at 6:30pm.
Other Old Business: None.
New Business:
December Shoot: December shoot will be held on 16th. Aggregates need to be made up before Cabin Fever party.
2008 Publicity opportunities: No new updates.
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events: NE trade fair - Jan 12-13, SD Living History - Jan 26-27 (Brookings), ND trade fair - Feb 16-17, MN trade fair - Mar 8-9.
Other New Business: None.
Other Business: None.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:15 pm.
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November 2007
Meeting called to order at 8:00 pm, 11/5/07 by President John Thelen. 9 members present.
Secretary's Report: The minutes of the last meeting were approved with one correction (the Aberdeen Township Hall is NORTH of the south sale barn.) Website has 2625 hits, Links page has 2390 and is the fastest growing page.
Treasurer's Report: We had $1379.86 in our account prior to the meeting. Due to expenses in postage, it was agreed that we will only send USPS newsletters to non-members before Sweetwater and before Cabin Fever. Paid members will continue to receive USPS newsletters where Electronic is not available. Electronic newsletters will continue to be sent out to any interested parties to encourage new membership.
Range Officer's Report: No shoot in October.
Old Business:
Building update (John T): No new updates.
SD Outdoor Expo, May 17-18, 2008 (Mike): No new updates.
New Rendezvous site (Joe): No new updates.
Ft. Manuel (Mike): No new updates.
Cabin Fever Party (John T): The club cabin fever party will be March 1st, a Saturday night. It will be held at the Aberdeen Township Hall, north of the South Sale Barn. It will again be a pot-luck, with lots of prizes. The hall is reserved. Someone needs to bring coffee. MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Sweetwater 2008: The mugs have been ordered. They hope to be done by January. We will pre-sell mugs so people can use them throughout the rendezvous season, which will help promote Sweetwater. If all mugs are sold prior to the rendezvous, we may order more (depending on demand). The mugs will be white with blue striping, crossed hawk/gun, 30oz capacity! Mike will e-mail the order to Dakota Stoneware and we will arrange pickup between Pete & Joe when they are ready.
Club Public Relations:
College Activities (Zach): Zach will contact PC/NSU History departments. Zach also discussed working with the school system to host an event similar to Albert Lea. There was lots of discussion of club participation and assistance in this event. Zach will work on this offline as it would be a couple years in development.
Aberdeen Area Arts Council/ARCC (open): No one is currently pursuing.
Club info listings - GF&P/Abdn Am News (Joe): Having trouble making contact with the Aberdeen American News, no responses. GF&P has some potential, they at least express some interest. Joe will continue to work with them. They may even attend a shoot for the experience?
Club Patches/Flags (Mike): No opportunity to pursue this yet. John T volunteered to pursue this. Sanders Sew & Vac may be a potential contact, as they might know who locally can do this type of work.
Other Old Business:
Beaver Club Award - it has been a long time since anyone was recognized. The award was explained to members unfamiliar with the details. Beaver Club members (in recognition order) are: George Bartell, Donnie Bachman (d.), Elwin Hite (d.), John Thelen, Pete Mattson, Jim Diestel and John Graves. Award is determined by BC members only, so surviving members will discuss privately.
New Business:
November Shoot: November shoot will be held on November 18th, where aggregate shoot will be made up.
2008 Spring canoe journey: We are considering the second weekend of May. How many people can participate on this date? Set this date until closer to spring, once schedules are more clearly defined.
2008 Publicity opportunities: If anyone hears of upcoming local events, such as 125th celebrations, where the club could make public appearances, please notify the club via e-mail or at club meetings. Membership was at its height when we were participating in these events across the region.
Range clean-up weekend: No date defined yet. It will have to be done prior to May.
Upcoming Rendezvous'/Events: No new updates.
Other New Business:
New trees for range (Joe): We have lost a significant number of trees over the last few years. We need to introduce new growth (especially on the east end) if we want to keep shade on the range site. Joe has cottonwood and possibly cedar that we could transplant next spring. It would be a relatively easy process. It was agreed to coordinate planting some of these at the range during the April shoot weekend.
Target stands (Joe/John T): Joe will bring the stands from Sweetwater to the range on his next trip over. Once Joe gets some additional hubs built, John T will build the uprights to put up the additional stands.
Spring Rendezvous: Several members have thought about hosting a spring rendezvous. Since the site near Sica Hollow is unavailable at this time, why not host one at the Range. It would be a small, primitive, "bare-bones" rendezvous to start. This weekend for consideration is Memorial Day weekend, which would allow for two full days of activities (Saturday & Sunday) with setup anytime before Saturday and teardown on Monday. John T would like to call it "Drifting Goose" after the local indian leader of the late 1800's. All agreed to host the event. Next meeting we need to determine flyer design, camp tokens, etc. Currently, the plan is to award 1st place for each event only. That may change if an acceptable number of prizes are donated, as the goal of this first year will be to get the ball rolling.
Other Business: None.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:40 pm.
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October 2007
Meeting called to order at 8:12 pm, 10/1/07 by President John Thelen. 7 members present.
Secretary's Report: The minutes of the last meeting were approved as read. Website has 2366 hits, good traffic through September.
Treasurer's Report: We had $1396.49 in our account prior to the meeting. Sweetwater cleared $265.26 and the Chinese auction brought in $53.00 (good considering the turnout).
Range Officer's Report: Scalps will be kept at the range so they can be given out at the shoots.
Old Business:
Building update: No new updates.
SD Outdoor Expo, May 17-18, 2008: No new updates.
Joe's Rendezvous site: No new updates.
Ft. Manuel: No new updates.
Sweetwater 2007: Sweetwater cleared well, considering the turnout. There were 14 (?) paid camps, down due to weather and family issues (Thane Wells is now a Grandpa!) We need to bring the target stands and clay pigeons to the range so they can be used. The pigeons will not last to next year. Several items were brought up for next year: #1 We need to update the flyer to reflect the events being held, i.e. pistol, shotgun, smoothbore shoots, so people know what to bring. #2 Can/should we allocate money for prizes, as local donations are not always reflective of the pre-1840 period? We traditionally spend $100-$175 on meat prizes... #3 We need to coordinate events better next year, as most rifle shoots were Friday before people were set up and most custom (pistol, shotgun, archery, etc) events were Saturday when most people were on-site.
Other Old Business: None.
New Business:
October Shoot: October shoot will be cancelled due to being opening weekend of Pheasant season. There is too much risk with public hunting lands within shooting distance. November shoot will be held on November 18th, where aggregate shoot will be made up.
Sweetwater 2008: We have traditionally held Sweetwater on the 2nd weekend after Labor Day. Next year, that will be September 12-14. MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Next year's mug will be: tall, tapered slightly from bottom to top(not pot-bellied), 30oz capacity, rifle and tomahawk crossed design, brown with a green stripe around the rim, with a full handle (top to bottom) for an entire fist and thumb knob. Pete will deliver request to Dakota Stoneware as soon as possible so we can try to get samples. We will plan on ordering 40 mugs.
Cabin Fever Party: The club cabin fever party will be March 1st, a Saturday night. It will be held at the Aberdeen Township Hall, south of the South Sale Barn. It will again be a pot-luck, with lots of prizes. John T will work with Jim D to get the hall reserved. MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Club Public Relations: Discussion centered around ideas to increase club awareness in our community. The idea of a Spring Public Rendezvous was deemed ineffective, as well as a concern with involving local high schools due to the risk of the range being used for the wrong intent at later dates. There was interest in working with the college history departments again. Zach W will work on NSU and PC to see what we can set up. We have hosted History classes at the range before with success. The Aberdeen Area Arts Council and ARCC are other options to pursue. If someone is willing, those are two contact points that could be made. The Aberdeen American News might be a resource again, with the recent article about Zach. The Game, Fish and Parks may also be an option. Joe C agreed to work on both of those resources to at least get our monthly meetings and shoots announced.
Club Patches/Flags/Mugs: Is there interest in club "swag" to help get the club more visibility? Mike T received bids on flags, but a full-sized flag would cost a minimum of $125.00 and small flags for individual lodges would be $7.00 each - with a minimum order of 50. Those options are too expensive to pursue at this time. Mugs were not desirable, as everyone already has so many mugs. Patches are a good idea. Pete M had a few left over from our last run, approximately 20 years ago. Mike T took one as a sample to see how much they would cost for a new order.
Club Canoe Trip: Years ago, the club took a canoe trip on one of the local rivers every spring. It was usually a one-day trip, but could be an overnight trip. Is there interest? At least 6 people would participate, possibly more. There is no time to have one this fall, so we need to pick a date for one next spring. Keep on the agenda.
Other New Business: None.
Other Business: None.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:22 pm.
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September 2007
Meeting called to order at 8:07 pm, 9/10/07 by President John Thelen. 10 members present.
Secretary's Report: The minutes of the last meeting were approved as read. Website has 2209 hits, all but 1 page had highest monthly hit totals to date. Sweetwater page had over 80 hits during August.
Treasurer's Report: We had $793.27 in our account prior to the meeting. Several bills have been submitted and income received. Pete will pick up meat prizes from Frohling's Meats. We need to determine what we need tonight.
Range Officer's Report: July scalp winners were - 1st Mike T, 2nd John G. August scalp winners were - 1st John G, 2nd John T. Will need to provide winners to Pete for scalps at Sweetwater.
Old Business:
Building update: No new updates on the move, however, Mike and John bought a nice stove for the building at Jerry Painter's auction.
SD Outdoor Expo, May 17-18, 2008: No new updates.
Joe's Rendezvous site: No new updates.
Sweetwater 2007: Mardell is getting the eggs from an individual. John G will bring a large fry pan for the eggs. Mike and John picked up a fire grate at an auction that will stay at Sweetwater. The grate is large enough to cook everything for the breakfast. Pete has pancake mix and will get sausage (as well as food prizes) this week from Frohling's. It was asked that we get a variety of prizes from them, not just meat and cheese. We should only need to purchase about 12 prizes, as Mardell, Gayland, John G and Mike have acquired a number of donated prizes. Door Flap/Drawing will have a number of items also, including a rocking chair from Helen and Moosie Angrimson, Trade Silver from Rooster (Mark Roster), and a Tomahawk from Joe DeLaRonde. Mike noted that these people all responded when he put out the need for a door-flap prize. The bowls look good. We have 40 and will sell them for $8.00 each on-site. Ralph will bring the water wagon over Wednesday night. He will fill it with Web Water, as the water last year seemed a little rust-colored. We will have new target stands for the 20yd and 40yd targets. Those will be taken over to the range after the rendezvous. Gayland will bring additional targets for archery and Joe will bring a post-pounder to build the archery range. Pete will pick up clay pigeons for the shotgun shoot.
For a more detailed schedule, see the Sweetwater Rendezvous page.
NRA Youth Sportsfest: Had a good turnout all things considered. The event was postponed from Saturday to Sunday due to weather. The number of kids was down, but they were all shooters. 4 people had a hard time keeping up with the kids.
Other old business: None.
New Business:
Ft. Manuel: Keith H mentioned Ft. Manuel at the August shoot. It is located near Kennel, SD along the Missouri River. The Standing Rock tribe has rebuilt/restored the fort and he questioned if there was a rendezvous there? Mike would like to check with the tribe to see if they would be interested in hosting a rendezvous at the site. It could raise awareness as well as revenue to help restore the fort.
Upcoming rendezvous: Big Island is the first weekend of October.
Other New Business:
Cabin Fever Party: We need to place this on the October agenda and start working on details.
Other Business:
Zach is looking for .45cal supplies for his newest toy!
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:10 pm.
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August 2007
Meeting called to order at 8:03 pm, 8/6/07 by President John Thelen. 7 members present.
Secretary's Report: The minutes of the last meeting were approved as read. Website has 1887 hits with 1496 visits to the links page, highest monthly hit totals to date. Links page ranks well on Yahoo and Google. Mike will send flyers to George & Alice since they weren't able to make the meeting.
Treasurer's Report: We had $1074.42 in our account prior to the meeting. Several bills have been submitted and dues paid. Pete will pick up Sweetwater bowls from Huebner's. Do we want to continue PHN subscription? They do donate subscriptions for prizes and list our event, so YES, continue subscription. Rosie (Steve Rosendahl) is back in the hospital.
Range Officer's Report: John G was not in attendance. July shoot had 13 shooters. We picked up some dues at that time. Will need to provide winners to Pete for scalps.
Old Business:
Building update: Nilsson's think the hired-hand should be able to get the building cleared out this month. It may be ready to move late August or early September.
SD Outdoor Expo, May 17-18, 2008: No new updates.
Joe's Rendezvous site: Joe talked to Canyon Ranch briefly. There is potential. He plans on attending a trail ride there this weekend where he will talk more with them.
Sweetwater 2007: Final Clean-up weekend will be August 25. We need to mow, build steps for a hooter, set up the range (Joe's making new target stands), and possibly move more firewood. Joe, John and Mike will bring mowers. Joe has wood for the hooter step. Bring saws for firewood. Breakfast details - Mardell will buy eggs, Pete will buy pancakes, Joe will get sausage from Frohlings. Pete needs the number of prizes donated at next meeting so we can determine how many food prizes to buy from Frohlings. Mardell suggested we buy more than just meat, Frohlings has jams, salsas, etc. Mardell may check on Buffalo meat prizes also. Joe provided some possible contacts. Helen and Moosie Angrimson have donated a rocking chair for door flap prize. Rooster (Mark Roster) will be providing something also. Door flap should be covered. For a more detailed schedule, see the Sweetwater Rendezvous page.
Other old business: None.
New Business:
August shoot: Mike asked about breakfast/camp-over. Nick H had previously mentioned he may bring his camper over and stay Saturday night. Joe might bring his tent, depending on time available. Several people were interested in breakfast. We will meet around 9:00 am for breakfast - any who are interested are welcome.
NRA Youth Sportsfest: The BCSC should be meeting Tuesday night (tomorrow) to set the agenda. We need to know what time to show up. The event is September 8th - before our next meeting. We should be there around 7:30 am to set up. Reminder - this is IN DRESS. It would be best to have 6-8 people. Last year, 4 people were kept pretty busy. Lunch is provided by the BCSC, as are all the shooting supplies for .50cal. Rifles available: John, Mike (2), Richard possibly, John G (?), any others?
Upcoming rendezvous: Missouri River Muzzleloaders have their annual rendezvous September 7-9 at Ft. Mandan, near Washburn, ND. Jerry Painter is having an auction in Florence on August 18th. He's selling all his personal property and his Rendezvous stuff.
Other New Business: None.
Other Business:
None.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:50 pm.
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July 2007
Meeting called to order at 8:12 pm, 7/9/07 by President John Thelen. 12 members present.
Secretary's Report: The minutes of the last meeting were approved as read. Website has 1711 hits with 1243 visits to the links page, most to date in one month.
Treasurer's Report: We had $1017.96 in our account prior to the meeting. Several bills have been submitted and dues paid. Bowls are done for Sweetwater, we will be getting that bill soon.
Old Business:
SD Outdoor Expo, May 17-18, 2008: No new updates.
Warner 125th: Was a success. We shot in the parade, had some kids do demonstration shooting and archery.
Frederick 125th: Another success. Many people participated in the demonstration shooting and hawk throw. The park and city staff were very nice. Shooting in the parade went very well. The club was contacted by Jeff Roste, the publisher of an outdoor magazine while at the park. He shot, threw hawk and would like to attend Sweetwater to take pictures and write an article for the magazine on Rendezvous. Mike read a letter sent from Jeff earlier Monday.
Joe's Rendezvous site: No new updates. Joe hopes to talk to Canyon Ranch this week.
Building update: No new updates.
Donnie's Day: Club Shoot weekend in July (14th & 15th) at the club range. Running buffalo is back and can be set up. BYO, bring enough to share if you feel generous. Saturday will be a relaxed gathering. Plan on arriving around 11:00am. Several plan to camp overnight for Sunday's shoot.
Sweetwater 2007: Clean-up weekends will be July 21-22 and August 25. We need to mow, move a hooter, build steps for a hooter, set up the range, and move/split firewood. Joe C may have a belly mower we can borrow. Joe and Kyle N may have access to log splitters if necessary. John T will get the hooter from 4-Moons. Joe's wife will make camp tokens. John G will run archery. Zach W, Kyle N, John T, and Joe C will run shoots. Gayland W will run pistol shoot. John T will contact Ralph J about shotgun shoot and Nick H about running a regular shoot. Pete M will run hawk throw. George and Alice B will run skillet toss. For the Saturday breakfast, John T and Gayland W will make pancakes, Joe C will make eggs and possibly bring honey, and Frank Z will make the sausage. Alice B has plenty of syrup. Pete M will get pancake mix. Joe C will check with Frohling's Meats about costs/donations for breakfast meats and possible meat prizes. For a more detailed schedule, see the Sweetwater Rendezvous page.
Other old business: None.
New Business:
Monthly shoot winners: No shoots in June.
Upcoming rendezvous: Owatanna is coming up. Forest City is 3rd weekend in August,as is Perham. Albert Lea is 1st weekend of October. Lake Benton is last weekend of July(?).
Other New Business: None.
Other Business:
None.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:45 pm.
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June 2007
Meeting called to order at 8:12 pm, 6/4/07 by President John Thelen. 8 members/guests present.
Secretary's Report: The minutes of the last meeting were approved as read. Website has 1480 hits with 60+ other sites linking to us. PHN had Sweetwater article in the last edition.
Treasurer's Report: We have $1019.20 in our account. Secretary of State has been paid.
Old Business:
SD Outdoor Expo: The dates are May 17-18, 2008. Mike provided a draft outline of events desired. Randy Gaskins and Alison Kiesz are leading the project. They hope to bring in some big names and are seeking sponsorship arrangements with various businesses (Sportsman's Warehouse and others). We are on the communication list now to keep us up to date. Sounds like there will be opportunity to set up and demonstrate, that they want it to be a hands-on event. It does not sound like another "boat show".
Donnie's Day: Club Shoot weekend in July (14th & 15th) at the club range. Running buffalo is back and can be set up.
Club clean-up weekend: Hauled out 11 loads of stuff (mostly rotted wood), moved the old building, moved the outhouse out-of-sight and put in a 2nd. A lot of area was cleared, still a few old piles of wood that need to be handled. Lance Fuhrman believes the township will lay gravel and grade the north/south road. Joe advised we may have a new hawk block available.
Warner 125th: Zach said he will be there (after missing the BCSC picnic). Joe could have bales brought in for archery. Is a hawk block available? Mike will get a final schedule from Sharon and e-mail to those who have e-mail. We plan to attach business cards to old camp tokens and give those out during the parade. They would like to shoot the candy cannon multiple times. We will be shooting in the parade and demonstration shooting. Mike will bring FFg powder for use in the parade. Do we have wood for fires? If not, we'll bring some from the range (only 4 miles away).
Sportsman's Club of Brown County picnic: Rain, rain, rain! Only had 3 shooters, but their club had a low turnout due to the weather. Some flyers/info sheets were taken. It was still the right thing to do to gain publicity for the muzzleloaders.
Joe's Rendezvous site: Actually, Canyon Ranch may be a great site, just down from Joe's place (Joe has organic land, no spraying for bugs). Zach asked if it would be a possible site for 2015 HPRR? Joe's = no, but Canyon Ranch = yes. Joe's could be used for the overnight trek. Canyon Ranch has horse rides, that could be a possibility. It also already has some hooters and campsite work done. Joe will talk to the owners and be prepared to report back at next meeting.
Building update: New building was not ready to move. Nilsson's will work with us once they get it emptied, so we will have time to move. Stay tuned!
Other old business: Storybook Land is no longer doing the Youth Heritage Festival. It is now focused on literacy/reading. No longer an event the club would participate in.
The Brown County Fair was discussed, but the last few times the club set up there, the "environment" wasn't beneficial to the club. There was no interest in that event at this time.
New Business:
125th Celebrations: There are a number of celebrations within 100 miles of Aberdeen. Mansfield has theirs on the same weekend as Warner. Ralph will be going through the Mansfield parade at 1:00pm with the water wagon. Others are welcome to walk that also (Warner's is at 11:00am). Northville has theirs on the following weekend. Ralph may already be doing that one also? The only other event that had club interest is Frederick, July 6-8. They have built a sod house that they plan to use as a museum after the celebration. Several club members are interested, so we will participate if they are able to let us camp/shoot in the parade.
Monthly shoot winners: Club tradition is to provide winners of shoots (1st and 2nd) with "scalps" for challenge events. We have continued this, but somewhat randomly. As Range Officer, John Graves will be in charge of reporting shoot winners at meetings following the shoots so Pete can award scalps.
Upcoming rendezvous: Browntown, MN has a 150th celebration with free camping. Contact Elmer or Marcy Baysinger. Gayland has information at home on a new rendezvous 30 minutes north of Sioux Falls. He will share contact information.
Sweetwater 2007: Need dates for a Sweetwater Clean-up/Site prep at the next meeting. Also need to start laying out plans for events/people/etc. NEED TO ORDER MUGS/BOWLS. This should have been done in February. We will go with a large bowl with loop, light tan with a green rim, with a skunk (lots of club history on that) as the logo. Will order 40 and price to sell. We need to have Saturday breakfast needs identified as soon as possible.
Other New Business:
Prizes we have some additional from Track of the Wolf and Hornady. John Graves will hold all prizes for Sweetwater/Cabin Fever as he already has some.
The following meeting dates will not be on the first Monday of the month: July (moved to July 9th) and September (moved to 10th). Both are needed to prepare for Sweetwater.
Other Business:
Sodak is no longer carrying Black Powder. They will continue with Pyrodex.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:55 pm.
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May 2007
Meeting called to order at 8:10 pm, 5/7/07 by President John Graves. 6 members/guests present.
Secretary's Report: The minutes of the last meeting were approved as read
Treasurer's Report: We have $979.81 in our account. Insurance of $347.61 has been paid. One bill outstanding to the Secretary of State.
Old Business:
Website/Publicity: Website - 1339 hits, traffic from many other sites. Still need past photos. Sweetwater article should be in the next PHN, there was a mix-up and they had believed the pictures were from a different rendezvous.
Donnie's Day: Club Shoot weekend in July (14th & 15th)? Could be held at the range, which would get people to the range also. All liked this potential date/location. Lets set the Running Buffalo up for this weekend. John T will bring it back from 4-Moons as well as two outhouses. Need dates for a Sweetwater Clean-up/Site prep at the next meeting.
Club clean-up weekend: Should go as scheduled. The range is accessible from the south, but you may have to walk in if it is still wet.
Warner 125th: We will need to get a rider on the insurance. We have the green light to do demonstration shooting.
Sportsman's Club of Brown County picnic: They would like us to start at 5:30pm. Reminders: attend in period attire; John, Mike, Joe, Zack and Kyle all volunteered. John T will check with Dan Opp as well, as he does good demonstrations/presentations.
Membership: Nick H moved from Webster to Bristol. His new address was provided to the club officers.
New Business:
Club Elections: Nominations were made and seconded for the following: PRESIDENT, John Thelen; VICE PRESIDENT, Joe Carda; SECRETARY, Mike Thelen; TREASURER, Pete Mattson. Motion made and seconded to cease nominations. Vote was taken with all in favor. Nominations made and seconded for the following Board of Directors positions: Richard Underwood, 3-year term; Ed Hofer, 1-year term. Motion made and seconded to cease nominations. Vote was taken with all in favor.
We have a BUILDING!: We have a building, a 12x18 grainary donated by Nilsson Farms. Donald Hahler has a 13x20 stackmover that we can use, but he wants to be present. We need to move this building ASAP! We will navigate the phone tree on Friday to let club members know if the range is accessible THIS WEEKEND. John and Mike will check the roads and start the phone tree. The goal will be to move the current building, clear the area, and prep this weekend. At the club clean-up weekend, we'll attempt to move the other building over.
SD Outdoor Expo: The Muzzleloaders of the Black Hills have been contacted by the Governor's Office about involvement in the 1st annual SD Outdoor Expo in Huron, SD. The dates are May 17-18, 2008 so we have 1 year to prepare. They are looking for assistance from all SD clubs with skill demonstrations (fire-starting, tomahawk and knife, shooting, etc). Ranges will be available. Are we interested in participating? All agreed at this time we are absolutely interested in being involved. The club, as well as the sport, need this opportunity for exposure. Mike will let the MotBL know we plan on assisting.
Other Business:
No other business was reported.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:15 pm.
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April 2007
Meeting called to order at 8:08 pm, 4/2/07 by President John Graves. 10 members/guests present.
Secretary's Report: The minutes of the last meeting were approved as read
Treasurer's Report: We have $1327.42 in our account. Cabin Fever Party cleared $203.61.
Old Business:
Website/Publicity: Website - 1131 hits, traffic from many other sites. We would really like to add some past photos! Will need to see if Sweetwater is in next PHN. For those going to Ft. Sisseton, please take along club literature/SW flyer/business card for club exposure. All will be provided at the next club meeting.
Donnie's Day: July date isn't good, too many conflicts. What about Club Shoot weekend in July (14th & 15th)? Could be held at the range, which would get people to the range also. All liked this potential date/location. Lets set the Running Buffalo up for this weekend. John T will bring it back from 4-Moons in April. We will have to review dates for a Sweetwater Clean-up/Site prep at the next meeting.
Club clean-up weekend: Clean-up weekend will be scheduled for the weekend of the May shoot. We need to know if any scout troups will help. The goal is to get the south strip of range cleared to do add "longhunter" or primitive-type range targets. There's lots of branches that need to be cleared and area to be mowed. We need a big turnout of members to get things completed.
Warner 125th: Parade route is pretty short. We will still want a vehicle/trailer for those who can't walk. It is believed we will camp south of the school, near the soccer fields. No word on demonstration shooting yet.
Sportsman's Club of Brown County picnic: We will be able to use Sportsfest supplies. The picnic is Thursday night, May 31st, approximately 5:00pm. 50 caliber rifles with two types of loads - target loads vs. hunting loads. We will attend in period attire. John, Mike, Joe, Zack, Kyle all volunteered. Richard and Gayland have rifles we can borrow, we should have 5-6 50 cal's on-hand. Will check with Dan Opp as well, as he does good demonstrations/presentations.
New Business:
Club Elections: Elections are next month at the club meeting. Really need to have members present for this. Bring your nominations. We will send out a newsletter to remind members of the election.
Membership: Nick H moved from Webster to Bristol. We need his new address for newsletters/etc. Wayne Dvorak hopes to renew his membership, things are slowing down enough where he may be able to become re-involved in rendezvousing. We'll keep him on the e-mail list for newsletters. There is a new resident in Bristol from Michigan. He has some interest in Black Powder. Joe has his name and will contact him.
New Rendezvous?: Joe has land near Sica Hollow. He would love to see a rendezvous on his land. It is located within 3 miles of the state park, 20 miles from Ft. Sisseton. Lots of Oak. It could be a good site for a second club rendezvous. There was lots of discussion about possible dates, help from other rendezvousers/clubs, etc. Joe's land is all organic, so spraying would not be an option. Depending on land/ticks, it may be a possible early June or late July event. Everyone agreed it would be nice to have another event close enough to Aberdeen to attend, rather than 200-300 miles away. There's lot of history on or near his land as an added attraction. We will take a look at the land later this spring and discuss the potential for an early-year rendezvous possibly as soon as 2008.
Other Business:
No other business was reported.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:46 pm.
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March 2007
Meeting called to order at 8:07 pm, 3/5/07 by President John Graves
Secretary's Report: The minutes of the last meeting were approved as read
Treasurer's Report: We have $1078.01 in our account. There are a couple bills outstanding and some shoot income to be added.
Old Business:
Cabin Fever Party: The party needs to be rescheduled due to weather. Check on March 24th or April 28th at the Aberdeen Township Hall, south of town by the stockyards. John G will check availability and report back. There will be prizes and auctions. If you have something you no longer want or need, bring it for the auction. BYO and a dish to pass - it is a potluck.
Donnie's Day: July 28th and 29th at Sweetwater. The 28th will be a celebration day, the 29th will be site prep day for Sweetwater Rendezvous. It will not be a primitive weekend.
Website/Publicity: 942 hits, traffic from many other sites. Sweetwater '07 date in PHN, but no article on '06 (again). Mike will contact PHN and see about getting our article in.
Club clean-up weekend: Clean-up weekend will be scheduled for the weekend of the May shoot. John T and Joe C will check with local Boy Scout troups to see if there is an opportunity to get help and help them earn a merit badge. Joe has some scrap lumber if we wanted to begin building a shelter. He has enough for 1 or 2 sides.
Warner 125th: We need to know the parade route, where to camp, and if we are shooting. The date is approaching. Mike will check into this with Sharon Stroschein.
New Business:
Club Insurance: No alcohol before or during shooting. Insurance rules are getting tougher. Club constitution already requires this, it just may need be watched closer, especially at Sweetwater.
Sportsman's Club of Brown County picnic: The SCBC would like us to come to their annual picnic, give a demo, and open shooting (like the NRA Youth Sportsfest). The date is May 31st. This would be a great audience and membership opportunity for our club. We need a few more details: what time, will they provide shooting supplies? Mike will check with Rieck Eske, their point of contact.
Other Business:
No other business was reported.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:05 pm.
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February 2007
Meeting called to order at 8:10 pm, 2/5/07 by President John Graves
Secretary's Report: The minutes of the last meeting were approved as read
Treasurer's Report: We have $1033.01 in our account. There are a couple bills outstanding and some shoot income to be added.
Old Business:
Sweetwater: George and Alice have the Medallions and the list of campers. They will get the medallions delivered. The Powder Horn News should have the Sweetwater article in the March issue.
Cabin Fever Party: Reminder, the party is scheduled for March 3rd at the Aberdeen Township Hall, south of town by the stockyards. There will be prizes and auctions. If you have something you no longer want or need, bring it for the auction. BYO and a dish to pass - it is a potluck.
Donnie's Day: John G will check schedules and bring a potential date to the March meeting. It may be beneficial to schedule it on the shoot weekend?
Club Aggregate Shoot: Had 6 shooters in January. Mike will track who's paid and has a list of rules in the clubhouse at the range and online. We have a Priming Horn from Thane Wells, a priming antler from Ash Creek Traders, a subscription to Smoke&Fire news, and other prizes donated for the aggregate.
Club clean-up weekend: Clean-up weekend will be scheduled for the weekend of the May shoot. We have lots of wood to cut and stack, as well as some general clean-up and a goal of mowing all the site this year. We may have building work if we can locate an additional building for the range. Also, there will likely be new hooters that will need to be installed (4-Moons has several we can have if we get them out of their site). Bring saws!
New Business:
2007 NRA Youth Sportsfest: Event is September 8, 2007. Mark your calendars! We would like to have 7-8 people there to help (in period dress).
Shoot Scalps: We are very low. Jim D. has some scrap leather. Thelen's have the stamp. More need to be made asap. We may have to use one color and hand out "x" for 1st, "x" for second, etc as it is difficult to find gold and silver colored leather.
Club Website: Website has 688 hits, a very good start. We are linked through many other sites, some very prominent. We will be adding a Classified Ads section.
Other Business:
Zack is in need of a 3-gallon keg for a treking canoe trip.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:15 pm.
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January 2007
Meeting called to order at 8:06 pm, 1/8/07 by President John Graves
Secretary's Report: The minutes of the last meeting were approved as read
Treasurer's Report: We have $1099.79 in our account.
Old Business:
Sweetwater: Medallions are here. Pete will work with George and Alice to get them delivered to rendezvous participants. The club will pay postage to have medallions delivered.
Warner 125th: We need to find out how long the parade route is, to determine if we need to have a vehicle/flatbed available. Warner 125th is June 8-10, 2007.
Cabin Fever Party: Scheduled for March 3rd. We'll have (need) small prizes, meat prizes and a silent auction. Bring your own and a dish to pass.
New Business:
Donnie's Day: Charlotte mentioned at Sweetwater about getting together for a club gathering. How about a date in July? It was decided that John and Sue G have the most difficult schedule to work around. John will check their schedule and bring a potential date to the February meeting.
Club Aggregate Shoot: Starts in January. Mike will have a list of rules to be placed in the clubhouse at the range and online.
Bristol 125th: Event is in June '07. It appears to conflict with several potential rendezvous dates in an already full June. The club won't officially participate, but any members available certainly could.
Club clean-up weekend: Clean-up weekend will be scheduled for the weekend of the May shoot. We have lots of wood to cut and stack, as well as some general clean-up and a goal of mowing all the site this year. Bring saws!
Other Business:
None
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:11 pm.
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December 2006
Meeting called to order 12/4/06 by President John Graves
Secretary's Report: The minutes of the last meeting were approved as read
Treasurer's Report: We have $1085.41 in our account. Pete cleared up a point that was asked in reference to income from Sweetwater. The event cleared $280.00 plus $51.00 from the silent auction. The insurance is to be paid at a later date and we have adequate funds for the coming year as dues will be coming due in June ‘07. Report was approved as given.
Old Business:
Oz Festival: The dates of the Oz fest are June 9-10 so we have a conflict with the Warner Q-centennial. The Warner committee contacted us first so we will make the effort to participate there. We will be in contact with Oz fest in hopes of participating in 2008. The contact person is Stacey Hepola.
Warner 125th: Warner advised that their parade is in the afternoon, as they are cooperating with Mansfield’s Q. Mansfield has their parade in the morning. They agreed to let us shoot in the parade and will arrange a camping site for us. Warner 125th is June 8-10, 2007.
Newsletter: John and Mike are still trying to get an updated address list with possible e-mail addresses. November newsletter was sent. John will again send out a hard-copy newsletter before the January meeting to club members and potential members. It would be nice to send the newsletter by e-mail wherever possible after the December newsletter to save postage/paper.
New Business:
Cabin Fever Party: Jim D volunteered to contact the Township hall to arrange a solid date for the cabin fever party. When he finds a clear day that will be the date we pick for our party.
Oz Festival 2008: We will be in contact with Oz fest in hopes of participating in 2008. The contact person is Stacey Hepola. Mike will contact and attempt to determine '08 dates/desire for our participation.
Other Business:
None
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
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November 2006
Meeting called to order 11/6/06 by President John Graves
Secretary's Report: The minutes of the last meeting were approved as read
Treasurer's Report: $1062.41 in the bank. Sweetwater Rendezvous was a financial success, netting a profit of $280.00 for the club with $51.00 from the silent auction.
Old Business:
Oz Festival: We need to know actual dates and if we are still invited to participate. Mike T will get dates.
Warner 125th: Mike T. has not been in contact with Sharon Stroschein concerning our needs to shoot in the parade, camp or provide demonstrations. Mike will contact Sharon before next meeting for more details. Warner 125th is June 8-10, 2007.
New Business:
Club Shoots: It was decided to have shoots every month effective immediately and not skip the fall hunting seasons.
Newsletter: John and Mike will work to get an updated address list with possible e-mail addresses and send out a newsletter before the December meeting to club members and potential members.
Other Business:
None
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
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October 2006
Meeting called to order 10/2/06 by President John Graves
Secretary's Report: The minutes of the last meeting were approved as read
Treasurer's Report: $1027.41 in the bank. Insurance (largest expense) has yet to be paid. Sweetwater Rendezvous was a financial success, netting a profit of just over $200.00.
Old Business:
NRA Youth Shooting Sports Camp - Sportsman's Club: We discussed the need to "dress the part" for the Youth Sports Camp in 2007. Desicion was made to dress, as it would be to our advantage. All DTML participants will be asked to dress pre-1840 to bring more realism to the demonstration.
Warner 125th: Mike T. has contacted the Warner Centennial committee and is clarifying the need for parade loads in the parade, as well as the possibility of setting up a primitive camp for the celebration. The WCC subcommittee was approaching the overall assembly with our request. Warner 125th is June 8-10, 2007.
New Business:
Sweetwater: Sweetwater '07 plans were discussed and we have tentatively dropped the chili feed in favor of coffee and cookies on Friday evening. We will continue the Saturday morning free breakfast as it has worked well in the past.
Other Business:
None
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
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September 2006
Meeting called to order at 7:35pm on 9/5/06 by President John Graves
Treasurer's Report: $461.76, mugs are paid for (30).
Old Business:
Sweetwater: Have 2 dutch ovens donated by John/Mike T. for door flap. Sausage is ordered, will get butter, and will work with Alice B. to purchase eggs for camp breakfast. George B. family is taking care of medallions for camp tokens. We will have a post-shoot (interest voiced by several potential campers). Prizes will be taken care of. Mike T. please leave posts from your shoot in place, archery will use the posts. Zack W. will write article for Powder Horn News. Mike T. will send article with pictures. Dacotah W. will run 1 kids' game. Mike T. will bring candy cannon, just in case.
Tax-Exempt Non-Profit Status: Fee has raised to $300.00 + we may not qualify. Best option is Educational, of which the club may not do enough educational work to qualify. Decision made to remain a Social Non-Profit and not pursue tax-exempt status.
NRA Youth Shooting Sports Camp - Sportsman's Club: Saturday, 9/9/06, be there around 7:00am. Dan Opp will bring supplies (provided by Sports Camp) for 50cal. rifles. Should we dress? No decision.
New Business:
Recruitment: How do we recruit new members? Centennials and Storybookland were what built the club. 125th Celebrations, Storybookland, Youth Sports, newspaper press, coordinated activities with Boy Scouts/Girl Scouts/History classes are all possibilities, but need current club members to be active. The events become too much for the same 4-5 people.
Warner 125th: Mike T. will contact Sharon Stroschein and express possible interest if club can set up for weekend, can shoot Parade Loads in Parade, and possibly demonstrate shoots/hawk/archery at campsite. Warner 125th is June 8-10, 2007.
October Shoot: Decision was made to have an October shoot since Pheasant season opens after the 3rd Sunday and the club hasn't had many shoots this year. Many improvements have been made to the range, it is in prime shape.
Other Business:
Zack is looking for an anvil if anyone knows of one not being used.
Meeting adjourned at 9:05pm.
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