Anderson Creek Sportsman’s Club
Minutes/Notes - August 8, 2009

Meeting was called to order by President Jeremy Smith at 7:30 p.m.

The July minutes were read by acting secretary Joel Dutra and approved on a motion by Bob McClure and seconded by Breck Neeper.

George McCoy read the Treasurers Report which shows a balance of $8,512.98 and presented bills to be paid of $726.47. Both items were approved on a motion by Charles Bungo, seconded by Breck Neeper

OLD BUSINESS:
Jeremy advised the list of chores is posted and members completing any should cross them off when done.

Bud McCall reported that he and Bob McClure had delivered the lawn tractor to Don Bressler. The new deck fit and was installed and working. Mr. Bressler said the tractor was well worth repairing. Roy Malhon reported the deck has blown a belt, and he and Tom Hamilton were repairing it.

MATCH REPORTS
Jim Johnson reported that match attendance at the rimfire match was up, and he had the results if anyone had questions.

Walt reported that 56 targets were shot at last month’s 400-yard deer match. Member Dave Coudriet won the Hunter rifle match.

Brian Allen reported that 8 shooters attended the 100-yard bench rest match and results are available.

Tom Noble had 14 to 15 shooters for the trap and steak feed. Income was $371.00 before expenses. Tom needs someone to run this month’s match as his wife is having surgery. Jeremy will run the match. Tom is taking the reservations. Please call early to reserve steaks.

J.J. reported that just prior to last month’s match, he found the trap broken and that emergency repairs had to be made. Since then, he had the breakage permanently repaired and will trade the expense involved for the old wind flags. Members are to report any breakage or damage found so repairs can be made before equipment is needed.

J.J. also reported he had spoken to Billy Russell on excavating the pistol range. Je has given Billy’s phone number to Jim Peters and arrangements are being made.

NEW BUSINESS:
Jeremy asked for information on the missing table from the meeting room and asked any member to return it ASAP.

Bud McCall advised that the food committee sheet needed revised for November, January and June. The secretary is to check for (new) members and make additions and corrections.

Marty Hrin advised of the mentored youth pheasant hunt. Youth ages 12 to 16 are welcome and must attend a safety seminar at All Seasons on October 3, 2009. The hunt will be October 10. For more information contact Marty, Laura Johnson 371-4856 or Leo Klebacha 371-8612.

FOR POSTING IN THE NEWSLETTER
Bud McCall advised he had been told that a member had reserved the camp, and that others had come and used the camp without checking with the member. All members are to check the calendar for reservations. If the area they want to use is not being used and is safe, they must ask the member with reservations if they may use the area in question. Please observe common courtesy in these matters. Jeremy will check bylaws for clarification to the reservation rules.

Bob McClure asked about chains for the tractor for plowing. Members may check for double ring tractor chains of the appropriate size, but not to use bear claw style chains because of possible damage to the differential. We will get prices, and there will be more discussion at next meeting on who will plow or getting someone to plow for meetings.

President Smith presented a lease proposal for possible placement of a windmill on the camp property and a lengthy discussion ensued. The lease proposed for Iberdrola Renewables would be for a 5-year option at $1,000.00 per year to retain a property lease for a windmill site between the 22 range and the camp or at the end of the 400-yard range. If the company would decide to install the mill, the club would receive 2% of the production that averages $8,000.00 to $11,000.00 per year.

Concerns voiced were for noise, change to the natural look of the land and liability.

Positives are profit for future growth of the organization, adding to an ecological production source for electric, and possible road and sight improvements. A committee of Jeremy, Randy, Dave and Tom will continue discussion to clarify points of concern and possibly visit sites where rifle ranges and windmills co-exist. The company says they have enough leases and the project will happen. Tthey are now just trying to make sure they have access to the best locations. If the club does not sign, the company may not build a mill within 500 ft. of the property line. If the club does sign, the company may build within 200 ft of the line and 300 ft of the camp building.

Discussion was tabled to future meetings with more information.

Roy Mahlon asked about ringing trees. Jeremy will contact Carl Huss to check on the project.

Tom Hamilton reported the pond is in good shape and has many fish.

The 50-50 was won by Tome Hamilton @ $13.00.

A motion to adjourn was made by Walk Kuzemchock and seconded by Tom Noble at 9:05 p.m.