Anderson Creek Sportsmen
September, 2009 Meeting Minutes

Meeting was called to order by Jeremy Smith at 7:30 p.m. on September 12th, 2009

The August minutes were presented by Randy Mitchell and approved on a motion by Joel Dutra and a second by Dave McNeel. The treasurer’s report was presented by Tom Hamilton and approved on a motion by Andy Shaffer and a second by Joel Dutra.

Old Business
Jeremy Smith and Tom Hamilton will visit a wind farm in Schuylkill County, PA. In order to better evaluate the proposal by Iberdrola Resources to place a wind turbine on or near our property.

There are plenty of fish in the pond and members are welcome to bring bread and feed the fish. The water test by Mahaffey Labs reported the water quality is very good.

New Business
Joel Dutra volunteered to attend the Sportsmen’s Show in Johnsonburg on October 18th.

A discussion was held concerning adding lime to the pond if the PH drops below 7.
Jeremy Smith made a motion to lime all of the fields which was seconded by Andy Shaffer.

There will be a Youth Pheasant Hunt at the All Seasons shooting range in Luthersburg, and volunteers are needed and may contact Marty Hrin for more information.

Match Reports
Jim Johnston reported the rimfire match was heavily attended and the next shoot will be September 27th.

Bryan Allen reported 8 shooters for the IBS match with the next shoot on September 20th.

Walt reported 46 targets were shot for the 400 yard match, and the next match will be September 19th, which is a 200 yard match. The match results are posted on the web site.

Tom Noble reported that the trap shoot had only 11 shooters, and that the Chukar Hunt will be held September 20th at a cost of $40.00 per shooter and steak and $12.00 for steak only.

The Fishing Trip to Lake Raystown was won by Wes Schutt of Ontario, Canada.

The 50/50 was won by Roy Mahlon.

Andy Shaffer made a motion to adjourn with a Steve McClure second.

Respectfully submitted by Randy Mitchell, Secretary

200-Yard IBS Rifle Match Results

Results of the 200-yard IBS rifle match held Sept. 19 at the Anderson Creek Sportsmen's Club:

Varmint for Score
1st Place - Jamie Eazor, 253-2X
2nd Place - Steve Strouse, 251
3rd Place - Joe Cowan, 249

Factory Class
1st Place - Brian Allen, 240
2nd Place - Rob Long, 237
3rd Place - Matt, 197

- Posted by Brian Allen

Wind Tower Being Considered Near Club Property

Note to Members from Tom Hamilton:

President Jeremy, Dave Francisco and I went below Hazelton to a wind farm in Schuylkill County, PA in order to better evaluate the proposal by Iberdrola Resources to place a wind turbine on or near our property. From what the fellow told us, they are not going to put one on our property. it will be located 100 yards to the right of the 400 yard back stop, on the Bachalier property.

They still want us to sign on. I think it is so they can use our road for access. They will pay us $1, 000 a year for 5 years and fix up and maintain our road. Nothing has been signed or agreed on yet. The picture is of one of the towers, 200 feet tall with a full size Jeep parked right beside it. The blades are 110 feet long each. There is not a great deal of noise when they are turning, just a whooshing sound.

Bird Hunters Enjoy Great Time at Chukar Hunt

Although attendance was down a bit from previous years, we released a total of 90 birds and a great time was had by all at the Sept. 20 chukar hunt at Anderson Creek Sportsmen's Club.

The photo is of a German Shorthaired Pointer owned by Eric and Robin McCoy. Her name is Abby and this was her first hunt. By the end of the day she had made great strides and was pointing beautifully.

- By President Jeremy Smith

Tuesday Is Deadline To Register for Chukar Hunt

Tuesday, Sept. 15, is the deadline to sign up for the Anderson Creek Sportsmen chukar hunt on Sunday, September 20.

The price is $40 per person for the hunt and a steak dinner. If you wish to hunt, you must contact Tom Noble (814-590-9044) by the end of the day Tuesday. Tom needs an accurate count to order the food Wednesday morning.

The club expects to have the birds out and the first two squads ready to hunt by 10 a.m.

Come on out and join the hunt, good food and the comaraderie.

For more information contact:
Tom Noble (814-590-9044)

Never Forget: September 11, 2001

400-Yard Rifle Match Results

It was a very windy day, but the temperature was great with no rain. A total of 46 targets were shot at today's (Sept. 13) match.

Deer Rifle Class:
1. Tom Hamilton of Curwensville
2. Tie
Tom Hamilton
Joel Dutra of Grampian

Factory Heavy Barrel Class:
1. 3-way tie:
Harp McNeel of Clearfield
Tom Gullifer of Erie
Joel Dutra of Grampian

Unlimited Class:
1. Bob Kingsbury of DuBois
2. Tie:
Ron Bailey Sr. of Marsteller
Bob Kingsbury

- Results posted by Tom Hamilton

How To BBQ: Anderson Creek Sportsmen Way.

NOTE: Grill also excellent as firearm for quail and chukar.

-Submitted by Tom Hamilton

President Smith Warns of Dangerous Gun Control Bill - Members Advised To Take Notice and Action

This information was sent to me by a customer who is a hunting videographer in California. The actual text of the bill can be seen at http://www.opencongress.org/bill/111-h45/text

It was presented by Representative Bobby Rush, who is a democrat from Illinois. I've read most of this bill and it is for real. It calls for federal licensing of all gun owners including photo and finger print, no transfer of firearms between private parties (not even long guns), reporting of ALL firearm transfers (including manufacturer, model and serial number) to the federal government, required secure storage (locked up) of any loaded or unloaded firearms with ammo in a building where there may be any person under 18 years of age, and fines and imprisonment for anyone not complying with the law.

One interesting point I read near the end of the bill is a section that essentially reads this bill will not stop States from enacting firearm regulation laws at the State level so long as they do not create "inconsistency" with this law. This bill applies to all firearms including "qualifying firearms". As defined in the bill a "qualifying firearm" is any handgun and any long gun that is semi-automatic and accepts a detachable magazine.

Please let your U.S. Senators and Members of Congress know of your strong opposition to this proposed legislation.

- Posted by President Jeremy Smith

Do Not Place Targets on or Around 400-Yard Target Frames

Members are reminded to not put any targets on, around, in front of, behind, under or over the 400 yard target frames.

Someone recently put several clay pigeons behind the frames and we now have new bullet holes in the frames.

There is a practice target holder and ample room to set birds on the bank to the right of the match target frames. Use that area only.

Thanks,

- Tom Hamilton

Please Return Missing Table

Someone has borrowed a table from the meeting room. It has been gone for more than 2 months now. Please bring it back.

Thanks,

- Tom Hamilton