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The Des Moines
Ike Newsletter
DES MOINES
CHAPTER NEWSLETTER
DEFENDERS OF SOIL, AIR, WOODS,
WATERS, AND WILDLIFE
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Club House
Grounds Receive a Good Going Over
On November 5, 2005 the Club House grounds were set upon by
volunteers for an annual clean-up. The clean-up was very
successful and over 17 members turned out. They did a fantastic
job and their efforts are appreciated.
Fred Bauman, your President.
Hides for
Veterans
This program provides the material for use by disabled veterans
in making handcrafted leather goods.
Please help these veterans by donating your skinned & cleaned
Deer, Elk or Cowhides.
Drop Off the hides at the Elks Lodge No. 98, 5420 NE 12th Ave.,
Des Moines. 515-265-6681 or call Chris Elsberry, 321-9256.
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Tail Feather
Contest
We will, again, have a contest for the longest pheasant tail
feathers from birds shot this year by members.
First prize is an AM/FM CD tape player, 2nd is Car Care
products, 3rd Shotgun Shells, 4th Small Folding Pliers, 5th Pen
& Pencil Set, 6th Fishing Pole.
Bring your feathers in to Wimpy.
Sponsors for this event are: Dahl’s 12th & Grand WDSM, Miller
Hardware, Wright Chevrolet and Gavin Inc.
Ice Fishing
Outing
The outing will be at “Three Mile Lake” Jan. 20, 21 and 22,
2006. Cabins are reserved on a first come basis and the $90 fee
must be paid to Rod Kent by 12/20/05. For more information call
515-285-2358 or see Rod Kent at the bar. Information sheet
available at the bar. More details will follow in next
newsletter.
Environmental
Competition
Des Moines Ikes are
invited to enter a competition to honor individuals who have
done great work for the environment, or benefiting outdoor
recreation. Sponsored by WHO Radio and our Chapter, entry is
made by writing a short note nominating a man, woman or teenager
who has distinguished themselves in doing good works. Deadline
for entry is December 30, 2005 and should be sent to Keith
Krikpatrick, WHO radio, 2141 on WHO’s Sportsmen’s Notebook,
Sunday Jan 22, 2006 (9:00 to 10:00 a.m.) Prizes are plaques
given by our Ikes Chapter plus being featured on the special
broadcast, with additional prizes from the Iowa Machine Shed
Restaurant, and the Comfort Suites Motel in the Des Moines area. |
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Calendar of
Events
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Nov. 22: Uncle
Ike’s Meeting (Pizza Party) 6:30 pm
Dec. 2005: No Uncle Ike’s Meeting Scheduled for December
Dec. 20: Christmas Party
Dec. 27: CLOSED |
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Menus and Programs
Nov. 29 – BBQ Ribs
- Program: Willy Suchy, DNR, Deer Hunting Outlook and new legislation.
Dec. 6 – Prime Rib - Program: John Sarcone, Polk County Attorney.
IMPORTANT NOTICES:
Membership
renewals were mailed on November 18, 2005. However, payments will
continue to be accepted at the door, please bring the cards received
in your mailing.
The chapter house will be closed December 27th.
Don’t forget the Xmas party on December 20, 2005. |
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