SCI FLINT REGIONAL CHAPTER DIRECTORY OFFICERS
DIRECTORS
President Dennis Peters MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR drpeters60@gmail.com (586) 536-5411 home (586) 752-4150 office
Neal Porter FUNDRAISER DIRECTOR MIC REPRESENTATIVE 1082 Key West Ct. Lake Orion, MI 48360 (248) 343-3648 cell John Rubel WEBSITE/SOCIAL MEDIA DIRECTOR (810) 931-7399 cell
Vice President George Peterman SPECIAL PROJECTS & SILENT AUCTION DIRECTOR (810) 347-5005
Matt Bluntzer BOARD MEMBER SCIF SABLES DIRECTOR (734) 589-7352
Secretary Lewis Duncan (810) 516-2975 cell Treasurer Mike Dickerson HUNT DONOR DIRECTOR (810) 691-8850 cell
Past President Dennis Gepfrey (810) 625-7965 cell
Carl Griffin EDUCATION/LEGISLATIVE DIRECTOR (248) 770-9983 Dave Ratliff BOARD MEMBER (517) 304-5840 Nick Peters BOARD MEMBER (586) 453-4943 CJ Merriman BOARD MEMBER (810) 441-0444 Zack Goodheart BOARD MEMBER (810) 240-6944
Executive Director John Kupiec AWARDS & PUBLIC RELATIONS DIRECTOR (810) 240-0443 cell Administrative Assistant Joy Martinbianco (810) 569-5623 cell
INTERNATIONAL SCI Deputy President Elect Scott Chapman Legislative Representative Robert Eastman (810) 733-6360
Region 20 Representative Neal Porter 1082 Key West Ct. Lake Orion, MI 48360 (248) 343-3648 cell
Sheri Harvey Newsletter, Website Designer and Cover Photo www.shargraphics.com
President’s Message Dear Fellow Flint Regional Chapter Members:
I am very passionate about SCI, and SCI Flint and the principles for which these institutions stand. It is an honor to serve you. I will work hard to improve the way some people think about hunters. We have to let them know the truth which can be done thru social media, “SHOW THE PRIDE”. SCI has been instrumental in wildlife conservation, it is the hunter’s money that protects the animals. The more members we can get the louder our voice! It’s all about numbers in the political arena. All this is what the board and members can accomplish by attending the fundraiser. We all know we are heading into fundraiser season. The largest SCI Convention to be held in Reno is considered one of the largest exhibits of wildlife art in the world including paintings, sculptures and ceramics. The taxidermy work is world class. There is no question that the SCI Annual Hunters Convention is the Greatest Hunting Show on Earth. The 2019 show will be held on January 9th thru the 12th in Reno, Nevada. This is something I highly recommend attending at some point. You won’t be disappointed! Representing the Flint Chapter this year will be myself, George Peterman, Carl Griffin and Mike Dickerson. We will be working this entire trip, talking to outfitters and getting hunts donated for our fundraiser and attending various meetings learning how to best serve our club. Please join us at the Flint SCI Chapter fundraiser. I promise you some of the best hunts you will find at any chapter fundraiser. The board along with Mike Dickerson’s leadership as Hunt Donor Coordinator work diligently to procure some of the best hunts in the world to be auctioned off at our show. The Flint chapter takes pride in only bringing quality items to our fundraiser. This year we will be raffling off a gun safe withguns included, a Polaris side x side, other various raffle items and the silent auction. We are presently busy making all the arrangements for our show. Outfitters night is Friday March 8, 2019 at the Davison Country Club and the Fundraiser/Auction will be held Saturday March 9, 2019 at Dort Federal Event Center in Flint (formally known as Perani’s). Please visit our website at www.sciflint.com for a list of auction items in preparation for our upcoming outfitter expo and 36th annual fundraiser. Hope to see you there! If anyone would like to provide an email address that hasn’t already done so, I occasionally send out reminders and important information in a group message. Just send me an email to drpeters60@gmail.com from the email address you would like me to include in the future. Show the Pride! Dennis Ray Peters Flint Regional Chapter President
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SCI-Flint Regional Chapter
2019 MEMBERSHIP MEETING Tuesday, February 5, 2019 NEW LOCATION Grand Blanc Huntsman’s Club 9046 Irish Rd., Grand Blanc, MI 48439 810-636-7261
$15.00 per person 5:30 PM Social Hour – 7:00 PM Dinner ANNUAL CHAPTER FINANCIAL REPORT Join us for a great meeting, food, fun and fellowship. Updates will be given on our financials, programs and awards. Please be sure to attend this special event. Enjoy an evening of great food prepared by Handcrafted Culinary. RSVP by Jan. 19 to George Peterman (810) 347-5005 or g.peterman@comcast.net 4 Fall 2018 | www.sc if lint.com
Quarterly Legislative-Policy Update Fourth Quarter 2018
Ballot Initiatives
Typically the laws we follow in Michigan begin as a bill originated by one of our State Representatives or Senators. If that bill is passed by a vote in both houses of the legislator and is signed by the governor it becomes a law. Another way laws may be created is by the citizen initiated ballot proposal or ballot initiative. Once the language of the proposed new law is decided on it is printed on petitions and if all the petitions have enough signatures it can go on the ballot in the next general election. Ballot initiatives are a reasonable method for people outside of state government to bring their idea for new law to the voters and let the voters decide if it will become a law or not. The rules that govern what can or cannot become a law come from the state constitution and these rules apply in both lawmaking processes. The rules that specifically apply to ballot initiatives vary from state to state and in Michigan they seem to be less strict than in some other states and may need to be revised. Here the only requirement is that the
circulator (the person who gets the signatures on the petition) be a voting resident of our state and swear in front of a notary that the signatures they collected are genuine. If all the circulators were volunteers who actually believed in the new law being proposed you would be less likely to question the validity of a petition. In Michigan however money can play a big part in the ballot initiative process because the circulators can be paid for getting petitions signed. Worse still they can be paid on a per-signature basis. Payments typically run from $1 to $3 to as high as $10 per signature. This certainly looks like a practice that encourages fraud and other states have acted to curb this area of possible abuse. This was done by banning the pay-per-signature method of compensating circulators. They can still be paid but on an hourly basis and the minimum wage would apply. It’s interesting that after Arizona banned the pay-per-signature practice the Arizona ballot initiative to end lion hunting was dropped by the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS). We should encourage our state legislators to adopt the same rule in our state. Special interest groups can still come in with loads of out of state money to fund ballot initiatives but professional circulators will be far less likely to cheat because they are being paid by the hour!
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Hunts*Special Raffles*Live Auction*Silent Auction Outfitters Open House Friday, March 8, 2019 1-9 p.m.
SAFARI CLUB INTERNATIONAL FLINT REGIONAL CHAPTER WWW.SCIFLINT.COM
37th ANNUAL FUNDRAISER AND WILD GAME DINNER Saturday, March 9, 2019
MORE EXIBITS AND MORE DONATED ITEMS THAN LAST YEARS RECORD TURNOUT! Buy your next hunt at this extravaganza*Spectacular Wildlife Display*Guides and Outfitters Door Prizes and Raffles*International Hunts*Ladies Items*Furs & Jewelry*North American Hunts
AUCTION * RAFFLE North American Hunt Trips*Fishing Trips*African Hunts Custom Rifles and Shotguns*Fur Coats*Taxidermy Custom Jewelry* Artwork*Silent Auction
TIMES FOR THIS YEARS EVENT
Doors open at 2:30PM * Cash Bar opens at 3:00PM Dinner starts at 5:30PM * Live Auction starts at 7:00PM
GET YOUR TICKETS EARLY!
RESERVATIONS FOR TABLES OF 10 AVAILABLE
Package #1: $75.00 – (1) Wild Game Dinner Ticket & (1) Outfitter’s Expo Ticket Package #2: $175.00 – (1) Wild Game Dinner Ticket (1) Outfitter’s Expo Ticket & Early Bird Special Bucket Raffle Ticket Table Sponsor: $250.00- (1) Special Gun Drawing * Listing in Program * Recognition at Event Dort Federal Event Center (formerly Peranis Arena) * 3501 Lapeer Road * Flint Michigan All Sales and prizes are subject to State and Federal Taxes
GET YOUR TICKETS EARLY EARLY BIRD SPECIAL!!
A $100.00 ticket purchase will buy $150.00 worth of In-House Bucket Raffle Tickets and Weatherby Shotgn SA08 plus a nice surprise gift. (1) Early Bird Special ticket for a drawing on a Ruger American 450 Bushmaster. This Package will not be available at the door Drawing for the In-House Bucket Raffle held at Fundraiser on Saturday March 9, 2019 Package#1____ x $75.00=____ Package#2____ x $175.00=____ Table Sponsor____ x $250.00=____ Total $ ____ Payment Options:
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Make Checks Payable to: SCI Flint Mail to: SCI Flint * PO Box 639 * Davison, MI 48423 Questions? Call Megan Somers 810.429.9157 email: megans@midstatesbolt.com
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COMING SOON: The SCI Flint 2019 Fundraiser Tickets are now available, bring your friends and support the future of our hunting heritage!
Join the fun and then gather round the table to swap tales of hunting adventures and best wild game dinners in Michigan. This is the #1 SCI Fundraiser Dinner and promises to be a night that allows good friends to gather and enjoy discussions of past hunts, plan for upcoming hunts and dreams of that “hunt of a lifetime” yet to come!
37TH Annual
Fund Raiser
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Wild Game Dinner
Saturday, March 9, 2019
Outfitters’ Expo: Friday, March 8, 2019
How to Register
□ For tickets and table availability contact Megan Somers 810.429.9157 megans@midstatesbolt.com
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Mail the registration form from page 6 and indicate payment type to SCI Flint, PO Box 639 Davison, Mi 48423
The Event
You’re invited to attend the 37th annual fundraiser and Wild Game Dinner hosted by the Safari Club International Flint Regional Chapter. This is your opportunity to buy your next African or American hunting trip, view tremendous wildlife displays, talk with guides and out fitters, win raffles and door prizes, and shop hundreds of items from fur coats and jewelry to the latest hunting equipment. And the best part is, it all benefits the Safari Club International and their mission to conserve wildlife and wilderness lands; to educate youth and the general public and to promote and protect the rights and interests of hunters worldwide.
Fundraiser/Dinner Saturday Night Door Prize
During the dinner hour, one table number will be drawn for the Door Prize Bucket. Everyone seated at the table and holding a ticket for that table will win a quality rifle or shotgun. Anyone at the table not able to pass a “Nix” check will be given a cash award in lieu of a gun. Minors seated at the table must make other arrangements with FFL Dealer. Make certain you put your ticket sub in the Door Prize Bucket for the drawing and retain your admittance portion of the ticket.
Saturday, March 9th, 2019 Doors open at 2:30pm Dinner starts at 5:30pm Live Auction starts at 7:00pm Dort Federal Event Center 3501 Lapeer Road, Flint, Michigan
Outfitters’ Expo
Friday March 8th, 2019 1:00pm-9:00pm Davison Country Club 9512 Lippincott Blvd, Davison, MI
Ticket Package $75.00
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Early Bird Special
Get our tickets early and for each $100 ticket purchase you’ll get $150 worth of In-House Bucket Raffle Tickets and (1) Early Bird Special Ticket for a quality rifle or shotgun.
Ticket Package $175.00
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Table Sponsor $250.00 (l) Special Gun Drawing (1) Listing in Program (1) Recognition at Event
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The Wallet Killer Trip to Africa
By Dennis Ray Peters
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ello to all fellow hunters! My animals were delivered from last years safari in Africa just in time to hang them up on the wall before I left for Africa again! The hippo… what a humongous beast and true trophy protruding from the wall a whopping 47”. The Nyala is one of the best looking of all the plains game animals which now takes up 6’ of wall space. My Steenbok full body mount looks like he is alive. I had the Tsessebeand Common Reedbuck in a shoulder mount. After hanging 27 animals from Africa on one wall, I can see that I am out of wall space. My dilemma is where will I put the animals from this trip to Africa?I hunted for Leopard, Crocodile and Rhinoceros, the room is never big enough! The hunt starts in the airport with me making a plan, I try to fly in the evening so I am on my normal sleeping regiment. If you can get 8 hours of sleep on a 20 hour flight that makes the flight more bearable. I try to watch a movie for a couple hours then have dinner and go to sleep. 10 hours down, 10 to go. Have breakfast, watch a few movies, read or write an article the rest of the flight. Always thanking God that I am healthy enough to hunt! Always stay in good shape and it will help make your hunts more enjoyable. Always get references from people that hunted with the outfitters. Word of mouth, not from the internet. Let the hunt begin! Flying to Johannesburg Africa all went very smooth and Botes picked me up at the airport spent the night at his house trying to get my bearings with the time change. On the first day 8 Fall 2018 | www.sc if lint.com
we visited some children at the orphanage. The Flint Chapter of the Safari Club bought work clothes (shirts, pants and boots) for those being trained by Botes in the different operations on the hunting ranch, whether it’s cooking and laundry or the grounds crew depending on the interest and skill of the child. They couldeventually learn how to be a guide or professional hunter. This will help them grow as individuals and become self-sufficient. Hats off to the SCI Humanitarian Blue Bag Program headed up by Nicholas Peters. I shot a Blue Wildebeest and donated the meat from the animal to feed the children at the orphanage. The following day it’s finally time to fly to Mozambique which is a short flight of 2 hours from Johannesburg with Botes, an excellent trained professional
hunter. The flight was great, when you land you need to have a visa for Mozambique. You can do this in advance and the cost is $50. They require a 50 dollar bill, not two20’s and a 10, so be sure to bring a 50 dollar bill with you. After they check your guns you will be escorted to a room where you get your picture taken and are fingerprinted and receive permits for the guns you will be using. You will pay a fee in US cash of $82 (just bring American currency) for this. Now we are on our way to hunt Crocodile! The first thing to do is pick up the Mozambique agent that is in your boat at all times to make sure you do everything legally. He is a very nice man and helped in many ways, by anchoring the boat and spotting the Crocodiles.We spent the full day on the Zambezi River covering about 100 miles with many people on the river’s shoreline farming (and doing laundry). It increased the odds in favor of the Crocodile as I don’t want a bullet going in the direction of the people living on the river. We sawmany Crocodiles, just not the right one so we will be back at it tomorrow. On the second day of hunting for Crocodile after almost 100 miles in the river and many attempts, nothing worked in our favor. We had a set up within 12 yards when I stood up a few birds made a whistling sound that tipped off the Crocodile of my presence and it slid right in the river, heart breaker. It took hours to set up for that shot! On our third day of hunting for crocodile, for some unknown reason there were Crocodiles out of the water very early. We knew that was a good sign, after about 40 miles on the river we spotted a very large Crocodile on a sand bar then we started to make a plan of attack we dock the boat we then made our way to the back of the river, only to discover the Crocodile was on a bad angle for a shot placement plus we had a strong wind and were 200 yards away and it was too risky for an ethical shot. So, we went back to the boat, and I said maybe we could try to drift to a small island that was about 150 yards away. Well, www.scif lint.com | F all 2018 9
we did that but the crocodile went in the water…another disappointment. Before we were ready to depart, I spotted him again, he returned to the sand bar then it was time to test my skills. I had a 150yard shot with a strong wind. I took two test fires with the gun. The third fire was with a bullet. Perfect shot, he didn’t move anymore. Time to celebrate the thrill of the hunt. What a monster he was 16’ 6”, it took all the strength of 5 men to get him to the boat, (he was about 700-800 pounds). Now it is time to hunt Leopard. A lot has to happen before you can hunt the elusive and witty leopard. It took 7 men to build a blind, cutting down wood for the main structure, cutting grass for the walls and lots of rope to hold everything together. Taking grass and shaping it into a circle which will be the area for the gun to stick out, one for the hunter and one for the professional hunter, in Mozambique you will also be with one of their government officers. He will be watching the hunt, just to make sure everything is done legally. The government worker carries an AK47. What an expense sitting in a handmade blind made with all-natural materials. Botes said, “Dennis there is a Leopard on bait, get ready!” As I look thru the scope, my heart thought I was in a race, pound, pound, pound!! After my heart rate slowed down, I got the
red dot on target. Very difficult to do with so little light. I squeezed the trigger slowly then the gun fired. As I looked out the little opening in the blind, I could tell the leopard was not there. Then I second guessed my shot so Botes and I left the blind and, on the ground, there was blood. Now I feel better, let’s follow the blood trail, the leopard only went 15 yards. 10 Fall 2018 | www.scif lint.com
The truck came with 6 men to help us get back to camp, as we got close to camp the trackers all started to sing with more natives joining in with dancing. What a moving experience. You will need a visa to enter Mozambique. It is not a place you would want to live but reallynice to see. Now it is time to go back to South Africa. I’m going for a White Rhino atBotes beautiful Savannah Ranch. I got up at 3:00 am, we needed to get going with a 14-hour drive ahead of us. What a sight to see everything God made, it is all fantastic! So much that man has touched doesn’t look asbeautiful anymore. Garbage all over the place, plastic bag’s everywhere, when you drive through the poorer towns and villages the garbage is just in a pile to be burned. It looks like neither the government or the people care. On the other hand, the mountains, the bush lands and rivers create life wherever there is water. Where there is water there are people and wildlife. Back to the Rhino hunt. The PH with Botes helped glass the landscape and spotted a cow with a calf, super cool to watch and within the hour we spotted a group of 5 males. We made a plan how to get close without being detected. The first attempt we got within 60 yards when the Rhino’s winded us. Plan 2- we made a very long stock, maybe a mile all the time using the wind in our advantage. As they were grazing, we pick a spot to set up, everything was working perfectly in our advantage, 3 of the Rhino’s walk past us about 30 to 35 yards and of course the one bull I wanted to shoot was the last Rhino in the group and again we were winded. I was good with that, I didn’t want the hunt to be over. It then took a couple more attempts to get the wind blowing in our faces with Plan #5 the Rhinos got within about 44 yards.
With the shooter bull in the back, he would push the other bulls to the front to block the sun, that was awesome to witness. Is that the real meaning of bullying? After being in the kneeling position for about 20 minutes I was having to test myself, how long can I stay locked in this position? With some luck the large bull moved away just enough for me to get the shot off. I took the shot that I felt sure with, The PH said you hit him but that was a long shot. The thrill can not be put on paper or in words only by being there first hand can you see and feel the mega rush! If this sounds like something you would like to do, contact Botes. One of our premier outfitters at the fundraiser in March. Savannah Ranch in South Africa. Now things are heating up at the Savannah Ranch, a thunderstorm started the property in the mountains behind us on fire. Botes went with a few hunters to survey the fire that covered about 2 miles so far. Meanwhile I was hunting for Duiker, the largest animal in Africa’s tiny 10. With some luck and good eyesight, I saw movement, it was a Duiker, I had very little time to set up for the shot, the small animals do not stick around very long. So, I was very happy to get the Duiker. The small animals like the tiny 10 make some great full body mounts. Now that the hunt is coming to an end, I started to think about all the work it takes to get these animals. Flying in 6 different airplanes, traveling in a boat up and down the Zambezi River about 300 miles, traveling in a land cruiser safari vehicle in Mozambique for about 30 hours, traveling from airports to the ranches, Limpopo to
the Eastern Cape spent about 30 hours there, and then back to Limpopo and onto Johannesburg to take the long flight home. Now that I am at home, I am working with Botes trying to book an Elephant Hunt with a Dik Dik. I need 5 more African animals to complete the African Grand Slam! That’s 29 animals! So, I admit it, I am addicted to hunting and the only cure is another trip to Africa?! Show the Pride!
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Sables Happenings At The Convention
If you are a seasoned convention goer like me, you know the importance of strategizing a plan to see everything SCI’s Annual Hunters’ Convention has to offer. Here are a few helpful tips I have honed over the years to effectively plan my days at the show. First and foremost, pack comfortable shoes! To get the most out of your day without punishing your feet, print a Schedule of Events and Show Floor map, which can be found on ShowSCI.org before you leave. Highlight each day with “must see and do” listings and mark the locations on your map. Take note of Sables meetings and events so you don’t miss what we have planned for you. You’ll be glad you took time in advance to know what’s happening each day and where to find it! And, don’t forget to check out the Sables Auction Highlights for newly added donations made by generous supporters of SCIF Education Programs. SCI Convention shuttles fill up quickly, so be the first in line to beat the rush to the Convention Center. Shuttles depart SCI host hotels at 7:30 a.m. and attendee registration opens at 8:00 a.m. Once you have your convention credentials, you can shop at the Sables Booth before the Show Floor opens. That’s right, the Sables Booth opens daily at 8:00 a.m. and it is conveniently located in the Convention Center lobby. New this year, the 12 Fall 2018 | www.scif lint.com
Sables Booth will host a 4-day silent auction, where you will find original artwork from long-time exhibitor, Cynthie Fisher. Shop the merchandise section for unique household items, men’s and women’s apparel or pick something up for the kids. A section of the Sables booth is dedicated to SCIF Education Programs where you can learn more about the American Wilderness Leadership School, chapter grants, scholarship opportunities and Sables membership. And if you haven’t purchased tickets to the Sables Luncheon Show and Auction, you can do so at the booth if there are any left. Plan your time and route to the North end of the Convention Center where you can access a climate-controlled skywalk conveniently linked to all Sables functions located at the Atlantis. On Wednesday, plan to attend the Sables General Membership meeting from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. If you are a Chapter Sables Committee Representative, plan to attend the reception
Sables Programs Education Sables Program Descriptions
American Wilderness Leadership School AWLS is a program that delivers a science based conservation message to primarily educators/teachers. Each educator that graduates from AWLS has the potential to reach thousands of youth throughout his/her teaching career. What is learned at AWLS about conservation and the positive role of hunting can readily be integrated into what they already teach. They receive instructional materials including Project Wild, a nationally recognized curriculum available through state natural resources departments. Each educator earns instructor certification in the National Archery in the Schools Program as well as experiencing nine hours of hands-on firearms instruction. According to surveys of 2009 graduates, 87% of AWLS graduates taught a class using instructional materials given to them at • AWLS within several months after they graduated. They reached more than 6,000 students with a science based
on Thursday from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. On Friday at 10:15 a.m., join us at the luncheon where you can sip on complimentary champagne while circulating silent auction items before sitting down to an elegant lunch. You’ll need a good nourishing before we gear up for dancing with live entertainment performed by Rodeo Drive followed by the live auction. If you can’t make it to the luncheon or stay for the live auction, you can bid online. Visit ShowSCI.org for details. On Saturday at 1:00 p.m., the Sables 4-day silent auction closes. Be sure to place your bid or increase your existing bid before 1:00 p.m. On Saturday at SCI’s evening banquet, the Sables Dream Hunt, donated by Legends Ranch, will be auctioned. All funds raised by Sables go to SCIF Education Programs. Take comfort in knowing that your support contributes to the continuance of our hunting heritage and helps us raise funds for the next generation.–Robin Jerauld, Sables President
conservation message. • 72% said they participated in at least one shooting sport. Most had no shooting• experience prior to participating in the AWLS program. Survey results 0f 2009, 2010 and 2011 AWLS graduates conducted in 2012 will be reported fall 2012. Watch for these in email blasts, Education Sables Enews and Safari Times. More AWLS graduates means more youth reached with a sciencebased conservation message that includes the positive role of hunting. AWLS Business Goal: AWLS Wyoming capacity is 300 educators per summer. If 150 SCI Chapters/Chapter Sables Committees budget $1,800 each year, that would pay the tuition for two educators to attend AWLS. SCI Foundation Education staff recruits and create lists of educators for Chapters needing assistance in seeking teachers to sponsor. The Salvation Army Outdoors SCI Chapters in Michigan, Missouri and Minnesota have established partnerships with The Salvation Army Outdoors Central Territory in these states. They brought conservation education, firearms
training and archery programs to hundreds of youth. These chapters developed as pilot sites for chapters in all 11 states in the Central Territory to use as a guide in developing programs for youth in their communities. Phase I & 2 of the project is building out the pilots. Phase 3 is expanding the programs to the 11 states in the Central Territory. Phase 4 is rolling the programs out across the country in 45 Salvation Army Camps in 45 states, and in 1,241 community facilities (after school programs) reaching nearly 700,000 youth each year. SCI Foundation’s American Wilderness Leadership School is providing training for The Salvation Army Outdoors staff. A special session of the AWLS program is designed specifically for the SCI Foundation and Salvation Army Partnership. SCI Chapters and/or Chapter Sables Committees interested in being a part of this project in their communities can contact Sue Hankner, Director of Education for more information and for introductions to The Salvation Army Outdoors (TSAO). www.scif lint.com | F all 2018 13
SCI-Flint
Photo Scott Chapman with woodland caribou and eastern Canadian moose. Both taken in Newfoundland
Chief Dave Porter with Iowa Whitetails
Member Chris Cooper with Tenaka River Guide Service guided by Grayson Bunnage. Logan Douglas with her biggest Whitetail so far.
Marc Somers and friend’s pheasant hunt 14 Fall 2018 | www.scif lint.com
SCI Flint Member John Vermeulen took this Beautiful 5X5 Mule Deer as a Client of Taft Love (TJ Miliron Outfitters) on October 1st 2018, with Greg Selin as his Guide.
Hunters
Gallery Marc and Johnny Walker with another successful hunt!
Marc Somers and Johnny Walker hunted waterfowl with SCI Flint donor Muy Grande Outfitters and Sergio Estrella in Mexico. Marc reports that the hunting and dining were both excellent.
Tim Salisbury with California Bighorn taken with Ashnola guide outfitters, Darrell Schneider
Successful Fundraiser Deer hunt with Beto Valdes at Rancho El Chupadero Richard Welker & Beto with a nice Mexico Whitetail.
Mike Dickerson with pending new Nebraska state archery record typical mule deer. Taken with Oldaker Outfitting, Mel Oldaker.
This Can Be Your Trophy Picture In The Next Issue! Please send your photos to: Neal Porter • 1082 Key West Ct. • Lake Orion, MI 48360 email photos with captions to mntnhuntr@sbcglobal.net
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French Adventure
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By Neal and Debbie Porter Our French Adventure began at the SCI Flint fundraiser in 2017 when we purchased the donation from France Safaris, Guilluame and Lisa Roques Rogery. The trip planning was finalized with Lisa and Guilluame at the SCI national convention in February of 2018. Debbie and I had not been to France, so we decided to combine hunting in southern France with vacationing in Paris. We arrived at the hotel on Champs de Elysees early in the morning after our overnight flight and started to explore Paris. On our walk down the famous boulevard, we stumbled into a concours car show at the Place de la Concorde. The theme was 120 years of Renault and there were some truly amazing automobiles including a 1964 Ferrari 250LM(valued at about $20 million USD). We quickly learned that each and every segment of the vacation was an experience to remember. Sometimes it was the little things like not knowing that we were supposed to get off the train (we don’t speak any French). We clearly understood the hint when they turned off the lights inside the train car. And sometimes it was the big things like sharing a dinner table with a group of fellow hunters and listening to French, Spanish, and English at the table. None of the hunters spoke all 3 languages, but we had a great time anyway. Our second day in France took us on a train to Perpignan, where Guilluame met us at the train station, and after a short drive, the hunt for Pyrenean Chamois along the border with Spain and Andorra was on. The wind speed was hurricane grade – 130 km/hour, and unbelievable for a hunt, but we refused to give up. As we walked through the Pyrenes, we listened to the wind slapping the rocks giving a sound of waves slapping a beach. We walked through a heard of horses that live in the mountains. We watched Chamois spot us, wind us, and run away. This is the night where we shared the dinner table with other hunters and outfitters. One of the hunters harvested Chamois the same windy day, giving me hope that I could too. After a move to another area, Guilluame introduced us to JeanLuc Planes,who is also a guide in the local area. We stayed in a quaint inn called Chez Planes, where we were in for multiple terrific surprises. The first surprise was the inn itself. It was locally owned and decorated with antiques and hunting trophies. And the food was simple and delicious. Next up on the surprise list was the fact that the Jean Lucwas the owner of the inn. He was an awesome guide, but that part wasn’t a surprise – we had complete trust in Guilluame. The 130 km/ hour winds made for a very difficult hunt, but I was eventually able to connect
on a chamois at 466 yards. The shot was 466 yards uphill, so the next task was to retrieve the animal from the ravine because it hadfallen off a small cliff upon impact. After retrieving the Chamois, the next surprise was the gentleman who (was much older than us) put the animal in a bag and carried it down the mountain with what appeared to be zero effort. After going back to Chez Planes, JeanLuc proceeded to take some of the meat into the kitchen for our next meal. He is also a chef! That lunch was one of the best meals we had in all of France or anywhere else. We shared the meat with a table full of people who were both local and traveling in the region. It was a delightful lunch with our new acquaintances who willing provided advice on Paris. One of the people casually suggested a visit to the Musee de la Chassewhile in Paris. After lunch, we packed our bags, said good bye, took pictures, and moved up the road to La Planque, the hunting home of Guilluame and Lisa. After our train ride through the country and the drive up to La Planque, we began to understand what was all around us, and it was history. We saw a castle with a cross out near the road that meant there was a church where people could pull in and worship. I wondered who sat in the pews in the small beautiful church with stained glass windows and a simple altar. The local roads were narrow, curved, and required experience behind the wheel. The villages were beyond beautiful with castles and homes tucked into the green hills. Our visit to the La Planque castle was like stepping back in time. The buildingswere updated but original. The grounds were cared for, open, and welcoming. It has been in the family for centuries, yet remains viable, livable, and enjoyable. The sleeping quarters were large, airy and comfortable. And it goes without saying, but the food was fabulous! One of our quests was a Fallow deer. One our first morning of the hunt near La Planque, we were able to take aim at everything but a Fallow. Debbie stuck with the Fallow deer for a couple of days and while driving out one evening, we spotted a beautiful Red Stag. After noticing that the Stag never moved while she spent the better part of 2 minutes considering it, she decided it should be hers. We immediately set up for a 125-yard shot and met with success!
It was as beautiful as it is in the photos. We later celebrated in the library with hors d’oeuvres and a bottle of fine champagne. Then we moved to the kitchen and dining area for another delicious meal. Lisa is a superb cook. That evening, Debbie declared her hunt over and chose to observe the animals after that. Each evening, someone drove her out to the fields and they sat and listened to the sounds of the forests. She came home with a short video of different animals interacting with each other during the rut. The sounds reminded me of a farm here in the States. The Fallow Deer sounds just like a pig (oink oink) and the Red Stag sounds like a cow(moo moo), and she didn’t feel so far from home at all. I was still on the hunt, specifically for Roe Deer and a European Wild Boar. Lisa was kind enough to include us in some of her errands and we weren’t disappointed with the experience. The weekly outdoor market, located in a beautiful town square, presented superb choices of meats, cheeses, vegetables, dried fruits, coffees, and clothing. We returned with a food stockpile big enough to get us through our upcoming days in Paris.And now, on to Paris. We chose our Paris lodgings on the famous Champs de Elysees and fanned out from there. Just walking outside was an experience. The sidewalks were either very wide or very narrow, the people well dressed, courteous, and the environment very clean. Local cafés positioned most of their chairs out toward the street where meals are intended to be social and pleasurable. We spent 5 days touring the city and visited the Eiffel Tower (from the outside only), the Louvre Museum, the Arc de Triumph, Hotel des Invalides (Napoleon’s tomb), Normandy beaches, Musee de la Chasse (Museum of Fair Chase - a vacation highlight), the Catacombs (paid-for audio is a must), and wrapped up with a walk through the unforgettable Beretta store. Through all of that, we rode the subway, walked the city, and ate with the locals. The vacation beginning to end spanned 13 days and most definitely ranks in our top 5. We are so fortunate to have had the experience. To book your French Adventure, look for France Safaris donation on this year’s SCI Flint auction or contact Guillaume and Lisa at: guillaume@ francesafaris.com. We highly recommend this outfitter. www.scif lint.com | F all 2018 17
SCI Flint Supports
Our chapter recently provided the funding to Rolland Warner Middle School in Lapeer for additional beekeeper’s clothing. Beekeeping is part of their Outdoor Education Class and there is a Bee Club as well which meets after school. Honey bees are an important part of the environment and the beekeeping activity teaches the young people how insects and plants are interrelated. It also shows how we as humans can practice conservation through the wise use of a sustainable natural resource. The hives are protected, the bees flourish, the correct amount of honey is taken for human consumption leaving enough for the bees to survive over the winter so the process can begin again in the spring. Along with beekeeping the Outdoor Class also has a segment on maple syrup production. Wise conservation is taught here as well. The maple trees are tapped in a way that collects the sap but does not harm or kill the trees. Mr. Chris Prill is the teacher responsible for this remarkable outdoor program. Chris has been teaching in Lapeer for 17 years. He has spent the last 6 of those years building the Outdoor Education Class into what it is today which along 18 Fall 2018 | www.scif lint.com
with beekeeping includes many other important outdoor activities and skills. Chris is a 2015 alumni of the SCI American Wilderness Leadership School (AWLS) in Jackson Wyoming and some of the concepts he learned there are part of the current curriculum. These include archery, survival skills, and navigation with both compass and GPS. The 6th and 7th grade students who attend Mr. Prill’s class come away knowing how to safely handle archery equipment and how to recognize their own coordinates from an app on a cell phone that they can then use to get help if needed! Outdoor Education students can build a shelter in the woods and start a fire. They learn how to boil water and why this is important because the bacteria in the water is killed and drinking it will not make them sick. All important survival skills. Students love Mr. Prill’s class for many reasons. Number one is probably because they get to spend time outside the classroom in a natural environment which is a welcome change from lectures and video presentations. They hate rainy days which prevents this and keeps them in their seats. When George Peterman and I toured Rolland Warner Middle School it was obvious the students there respected and admired Mr. Prill. The smiles on their faces when they talked to him indicated that there was a special connection that they might not have had with any other teacher. Sometimes all it takes is one special teacher to point a young person in the right direction which will have an impact on the rest of their lives. When we talked to Chris Prill we learned that he is not done improving and expanding the Outdoor Education Class or the Bee and Archery Clubs which meet after school.
Lapeer Middle School
The number of students participating in these activities is expected to more than double from 90 to over 200 in the next two years and he plans to add content to what is being taught as well. Rolland Warner Middle School is fortunate because it has 20 plus acres of woods and fields as part of the school grounds so there is room to do even more in the outdoors. Chris has plans to add a 3-D archery course in the future and take part of the archery activities outside. This will allow the students to practice their skills in a realistic natural environment. The school’s acreage also abounds in wild turkeys and he wants to use them to teach his students a little about wildlife and habitat to enhance their outdoor experience. If you are like me you probably wish you would have had a teacher like Mr. Prill! As SCI members we are proud to support the teaching at Rolland Warner Middle School. The students that attend Chris Prill’s classes gain important insights into the natural world. If they live in the city and their parents are not outdoor people this may be their only exposure to
the things we experience all the time and take for granted. If our young people lack an appreciation of the natural world and an understanding of conservation the prospects for hunters in the future is grim. When we asked for some feedback from Chris Prill about his various programs he expressed his deep gratitude for our donation and support. The funding for the equipment needed in special activities like beekeeping, archery, and maple syrup collection comes from organizations like Flint SCI. Without our help these things would not be there to enrich the learning of his students and he wanted to thank us. Our response was to say “Chris, without you the Outdoor Education Class and Clubs would not exist so, Thank You! For more information about the American Wilderness Leadership School and other programs SCI Flint has for schools and teachers please contact Carl Griffin, Education Director, SCI Flint. 248-770-9983. www.scif lint.com | F all 2018 19
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SCI members catching record walleye and muskie with Ed and Medicine Man Charters. There’s a stergeon or two, an ancient fish that has the pointed nose.
Volunteers Needed
To help at our Expo and fundraiser on March 8 & 9, 2019 We are looking for people interested in helping with setup, take down, running silent auction tables, collecting tickets at the door, etc. If you are interested in joining the fundraiser team please contact: Neal Porter 248-343-3648 www.scif lint.com | F all 2018 21
AWLS 2018 August 12, 2018 Dear Flint Chapter of SCI, I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for the fantastic educational trip you sponsored for me to the American Wilderness Leadership School near Jackson, Wyoming. Simple words cannot express the gratitude I feel toward SCI Flint. The entire trip went without a hitch and the planning and coordination done on the part of SCIF and the AWLS staff was second to none. The
scenery, wildlife, accommodations, and meals far exceeded my expectations. While the setting was perfect for this experience, there was a whole lot more that I took away from this educational trip. We were busy from sun up to sun down every day and I enjoyed every minute of it. One of the mainstays each day was to take part in a graduate course in Ecology. Topics we studied included Fisheries, Wildlife, Ecosystems, and Biology Conservation. In addition and of
particular interest to me, was the role that hunting/fishing plays in the conservation of all of our wildlife. It is without question that hunters and fishermen play a pivotal role in the conservation of wildlife by balancing herd size to habitat and providing millions of dollars for conservation efforts and departments. Other activities and seminars included gun safety, pistol, shotgun and rifle shooting and then gun cleaning. These activities usually culminated in some
sort of friendly completion. While I am already a hunter and shooter, it was fascinating to watch other nonusers and some people that were afraid of guns, become comfortable with the tools of hunters. Under the leadership of the AWLS staff, these individuals came to appreciate guns and looked forward to shooting and the competitions. Some even stated that they now wanted to purchase a gun. I simply cannot list everything we did but I did want to mention that the presentations by a Yellowstone Park Ranger and a Wyoming Game and Fish specialist were especially insightful. We also had archery instruction and shooting classes which resulted in me becoming a certified NASP (National Archery in the Schools Program) instructor. Finally, we were presented with curriculum and tons of resources for use in our classrooms. I look forward to engaging my students in these topics. The impact this experience provides will ripple throughout the country as the seventeen participants head back to school. Once again I would like to thank Flint SCI for this amazing experience and will be handing in my membership application shortly. I support the SCI Hunter’s Code of Ethics and strongly advocate for the AWLS program and its mission. I have attached some photos from the week I spent at AWLS. I hope you enjoy them‌I surely did. Sincerely, Thomas McNally Almont, Mi 22 Fall 2018 | www.scif lint.com
“Crown Jewel” Raffle Bigger and Better! This year the “Crown Jewel” raffle becomes twice as awesome. We have 2 “Crown Jewel” raffles. The winners of these raffles will get to choose 1 item off the live auction before it begins! Please note: There are only 100 tickets sold @ $100.00 each for these drawings and some hunts in the auction are excluded.
Drawing March 9, 2019
2019 Winner Hunts • Special Raffle • Live Auction • Silent Auction Outfitters Open House Friday, March 8, 2019 1-9 p.m.
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37TH ANNUAL FUNDRAISER AND WILD GAME DINNER Saturday, March 9, 2019
more exhibits and more donated items than last years record turnout! Buy your next hunt at this extravaganza • Tremendous Wildlife Display • Guides and Outfitters Door Prizes and Raffles • African Hunts • Ladies Items • Furs and Jewelry • North American Hunts .
AUCTION • RAFFLE
North American Hunt Trips • Fishing Trips • African Hunts Custom Rifles and Shotguns • Fur Coats • Taxidermy Custom Jewelry • Silent Auction • Artwork
TIMES FOR THIS YEARS EVENT Doors open at 2:30pm • Cash Bar opens at 3:00pm Dinner starts at 5:30pm • Live Auction starting at 7:00pm
VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR HUNTS & DONATIONS: www.sciflint.com Outfitters and hunt descriptions are available for review. Check monthly for updates! “Thank You and see you at the Fundraiser”
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Christmas 2018 at Woodfield On December 7, 2018, over 250 SCI-Flint Chapter members including guests gathered together at Woodfield Country Club to celebrate the Christmas Season in the beautifully decorated banquet room. The SCI-Flint Annual Christmas Party was once again a huge success because so many members took time from their busy schedules to celebrate another successful year of hunting and friendship. The location changed for 2018 and we gathered at Woodfield Country Club. The festivities began at 6:00pm with cocktails, appetizers and the silent auction. A fabulous buffet dinner of prime rib, salmon, green beans with almonds, salad, rolls and SCI decorated cakes, as dessert, were enjoyed by all. Many members and guests participated in our raffles and silent auction. Great guns, auction items and 50/50 cash guaranteed a very merry Christmas to all. Thank you for making this Christmas Party a wonderful way to commemorate another year together! Blessings for a prosperous 2019! Mark your calendar for next year’s event if you missed this one!
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The Biggest & The Best Returns to Reno!
Ask any member who has attended the SCI Convention, and you will likely hear, “Sensational, you have to go! It is the Ultimate Sportsmen’s Market and it’s a knockout!” The allure of SCI’s 2018 Annual Convention attracted over 18,000 attendees. This hunters’ heaven has everything the mind can dream of and occupies over 452,000 square feet of exhibit space. Six continents are under one roof where members come to book hunts, rendezvous with old friends and shop for the latest guns and hunting equipment. That only scratches the surface of products available at SCI’s Annual Hunters’ Convention. Notable authorities of the outdoor sports and shooting industries attend the premier hunting show annually. There are dozens of informative and educational seminars designed to provide attendees the opportunity to learn new hunting techniques or refine old ones, discover imaginative ways to prepare wild game, or to glean tips on the best care for your
equipment and gear. Countless topics that appeal to the hunting sportsman are covered. When the exhibit halls close the evening fun and excitement begins. Each night, members come together to celebrate the accomplishments of the organization and enjoy top entertainment and speakers. SCI’s evening auctions offer top of the line guns, once in a lifetime hunts, the finest artwork and more. Every purchase provides crucial funds to help preserve our hunting heritage and enable conservation efforts to occur around the globe. Yes, it’s true! SCI’s Convention is the most dynamic and diverse hunting show today. You will find it to be the most powerful buying and selling environment in the outdoor industry. Mark your calendars and please join us January 9 - 12, 2019, for our 47th Annual Hunters’ Convention in Reno, Nevada. www.scif lint.com | F all 2018 25
2018 FUNDRAISER DONATIONS AND HUNTS
I want to thank all of our board members and others who have contributed in helping put together another great list of donations and hunts for our 2018 Fundraiser Dinner. Please make every effort to give them consideration when planning your next hunting trip since they have donated their time and services to help make our event such a success. Please visit our website: www.sciflint.com to see pictures and write ups. Listed below are the current donations for 2018. Remember, however, these are subject to change for 2018 Expo & Fundraiser, March 9 & 10, 2018. DONATION Hunt of a Lifetime, Gun for a Cause
OUTFITTER Botes Hunting Safaris, Botes van der Merwe, Veterans Humanitarian Fund Stoney River Lodge 7-Day Mule Deer Hunt Ashnola Guide Outfitter African Crocodile Hunt ESP Hunting Safaris 14kt. Cluster of Blue Topaz & Diamaond Ring Jewel Craft New Zealand 5-Day Silver Package Cardrona Outfitters Mexico Dove Hunt Muy Grande Outfitters 8-Day Missouri/South Africa Combo Hunt Double Deuce Ranch & Wild Wildebeest Safaris Ohio Whitetail Deer Hunt Xtreme World Class Whitetails of Ohio Ranch Mink Shawl Cascade Furs 4-Day British Columbia Fishing Trip Nootka Island Lodge 6-Day Saskatchewan Whitetail Deer Hunt Johnsons Outfitters LTD Florida Alligator Hunt Triple M Outfitters Unlimited 2 Day Ontario Waterfowl for 4 people JR Wetlands OutfittersJosh White 10-Day South Africa Safari Limcroma Safaris 6-Day Belize Snorkeling, Fishing & Diving Trip Safari Unlimited Blue Reef Adventure 5-Day Illinois Rut Archery Whitetail Deer Hunt Monarch Rivers Texas Sandhill Crane Hunt Safari Unlimited LLC Colorado Bull Elk Hunt KB Outdoors Inc. Diamond Membership Front Sight Firearms Front Sight Firearms Training Training Institute Go Wild Mens Camo Clothing & 6.5 Creedmore Go Wild Camo dipped in Go Wild Camo 5-Day Spain Red Deer & Ibex Hunt Prohunt Spain Michigan Walleye Fishing Trip MI-HI Fishing Charters Kansas Whitetail Archery Hunt Verdigris Valley Outfitters Michigan Salmon Fishing Trip Tiny Bubbles Charters Tanzanite Eternity Band Ring Jewel Craft Taxidermy Gift Certificate Taxidermy by Dourlain 3-Day New Zealand Alpine Goat Hunt Cardrona Outfitters Ohio Bow Hunting Membership Camp Kay Ireland Ibex or Sitka Stag Hunt Celtic Field Sports South African Roan Hunt Somerby Safaris SCI International Life Membership SCI-Flint Chapter Ohio Whitetail Hunting Trip for 2 Briarwood Sporting Club British Columbia Dall Sheep Hunt Mackenzie Mountain Outfitters 3-Day Wyoming Antelope Hunt Milliron T.J. Outfitting Inc Canadian Wolf, Lynx, Wolverine Combo Hunt Teneka River Guide Service Sheared Rex Lapin Jacket Cascade Furs Illinois 3-Day semi-guided Turkey Hunt Monarch Rivers 5-Day Vita Dart of a White Rhino Hunt African Field Sports Illinois Snow Goose Hunt Rok Outdoors Argentina Big Game Sheep and Boar Hunt for Anuritay Ranch 2 hunters 1-Day Southeastern Michigan Goose Hunt for 4 Hilde Hunting Service 5-Day Colorado Elk Hunt Bookcliff Outfitters
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These Hunts are Subject to Change Late Season Whitetail Bow Hunt Go Wild His and Hers Camo Clothing Package Arizona 4-Day Coues Deer Hunt Alaska Fishing Trip for 2 people Argentina Big Game Sheep Hunt for 2 hunters New Zealand Chamois Hunt Alberta Whitetail Rifle Hunt SportEar Extreme Edge South Africa Cape Buffalo Hunt African Photo Safaris Saskatchewan Duck & Goose Hunt 5-Day Missouri Archery Whitetail Hunt Private LIVE-FIRE Simulator Range Party Nebraska Whitetail Deer Rut Hunt 5-Day South African Plains Game Hunt 2 hunters and 2 Observers Half Membership for 15 Hunts New Zealand 3-Day Bull Tahr Hunt Carmen Mt. or Mexican Whitetail Deer Hunt British Columbia Choice Hunt Yukon Moose and Grizzly Hunt 5-Day Michigan Whitetail up to “160 Management Hunt 60 bird Pheasant Hunt for 6 hunters 3-Day Trophy Pronghorn Hunt 6- Day Kansas Whitetail Deer Hunt Hawaiian Trophy Goat Hunt Spring Turkey Hunt Sturgeon Fishing Trip
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Briarwood Sporting Club Dusk to Dawn Bowfishing Cardrona Outfitters Ultimate Firearms Medicine Man Charters Jewel Craft Johnsons Outfitters LTD AG Innovation & TST Tooling Software Tech. Nootka Island Lodge Cascade Furs CORJU Hunting of Spain Maryland Waterfowl Guide Service SCI-Flint Chapter Front Sight Firearms Training Institute Johnsons Outfitters LTD MI-HI Fishing Charters Kathy Krupa Tails-A-Wagin Tiny Bubbles Charters Big Woody’s Guide Service Taxidermy by Dourlain SCI Flint Chapter Medicineman Charters Hilde Hunting Service
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