Anderson Creek Sportsmen

September 10, 2011

Meeting Minutes

 Meeting was called to order by Jeremy Smith at 7:30 p.m. on September 10^th, 2011

 The August minutes were presented by Randy Mitchell and were approved on a motion by Joel Dutra and a second by Brian Brubaker. The treasurer’s report was approved on a motion by Charlie Bungo and a second by Breck Neeper.

Old Business
It was reported that the water pump has been checked and it is ok, the loss of water was probably due to low water in the well.

Andy Shaffer reported that the tractor brakes are now working.

Tom Noble reminded the members that the Chukar Hunt will be held on October 2^nd. Anybody planning on attending must contact Tom by 9/27 so he can order the steaks. The cost for the Chukar Hunt and Steak Feed is $160.00 for a group of 4 hunters.

Jeremy gave the match report and the results are posted on the web site.

Randy Mitchell reported that 32 letters were sent to members regarding the recent damage to the target holders.

Marty Hrin reported that there will be a Youth Pheasant Hunt on October 8^th and that he needs volunteers as mentors or to supply dogs for the hunt. Anybody who knows of any kids who are interested in participating should contact Marty for more information. The hunt is open to youth between the age of 12 and 16 and must have completed the hunter safety training education.

New Business
Jeremy Smith made a motion to buy 2.5 gallons of Roundup to spray on the field prior to winter. The motion passed on a Nick Prave second.

Don O’Dell volunteered to look for a new metal door for the trap house.

Of Special Note: The meeting was 18 minutes long shattering the previous record of 22 minutes held by Tom Hamilton.

Nick Prave won the 50/50 drawing.

Mart Hrin made a motion to adjourn and Don O’Dell seconded the motion.

- Respectfully submitted by Randy Mitchell, Secretary

Solida family dominates 400-yard deer rifle match

Results of Sept. 11 deer rifle match:
 
Solida family shoots a tri-fecta!
 
  This was probably the best conditions for a match that we have ever had.  Cool temps and very light winds.  Unlimited class had a 3-way tie for first with 3 fellows shooting 23 out of 25.  Member Mike Solida, his wife Linda and his son Alan all finished very well today.  Mike tied for 1st in the Unlimited class, Linda won the Factory Heavy Barrel and Alan took 3rd in the same class.  There were 41 targets shot today.
 
Deer Rifle Class:
  1 & 2.  Derek Hoyt of Luthersburg
  3. Bob Huston of Dubois
 
Factory Heavy Barrel Class:
  1. Linda Solida of Dubois
  2. Brian Baird of Luthersburg
  3. Alan Solida of Dubois
 
Unlimited Class:
  3-way tie for 1st:
    Mike Soliday of Dubois
    Bob Kingsbury of Falls Creek
    Bob Huston of Dubois
 
  As you can see from the results, this truly is a family sport.  Walt and I encourage all members to come out with thier families and shoot.  We have a very competitive, but fun match. 
 
 - Tom Hamilton

Larry Seger and Rob Long Win Annual Trophy Shoot

Results of the annual Anderson Creek Sportsmen Annual Trophy Shoot held Saturday, August 20, at the club's 100 and 200-yard range.

Varmint for Score
1st - Larry Seger - 498-18x
2nd - Jack Igou - 494-14x.

Factory
1st - Rob Long - 481-6x
2nd - Jim Chesley - 473-8x
3rd - Armand Marchioni - 469-3x

Congratulations to the winners and place winners!

-  Results reported by Brian Allen, Club President

Anderson Creek Sportsmen

August 13, 2011

Meeting Minutes

Meeting was called to order by Jimmy Johnston at 7:30 p.m. on August 13^th, 2011

The July minutes were presented by Randy Mitchell and were approved with one correction on a motion by Andy Shaffer and a second by Roger Thomas. The treasurer’s report was approved on a motion by Marty Hrin and a second by Nick Prave.

Old Business
Marty Hrin reminded members that the PWHU annual picnic will be August 21^st and tickets are available from Marty. Jimmy Johnston and Walt Kuzemchock reported on the recent matches and the results are posted on the web site.

Tom Noble reported that the trap shoot went very well with 10 shooters participating. Steve McClure and Jeremy Smith worked on the new trap thrower and it worked very well after some adjustments. Biodegradable birds do not work very well in the thrower. Tom Noble reported that there will be a Chukar hunt on October 2^nd and the cost is $160.00 for a group of 2 to 4 shooters.

New Business
Tom Hamilton reported that shooters have been shooting the target holder boards at the 400 yard range. Tom drafted a letter to the members bringing attention to this issue and made a motion that the letter be sent to all members not in attendance at the meeting. The motion passed on a Marty Hrin second and Randy Mitchell will send the letter to the members.

Tom Noble said the pump for the water well is not working and the well may be low. Several members volunteered to check the well and pump. The golf cart was serviced by Steve Strouse. The old mower needs charged and should be ran to make sure it is operating. Tom Noble made a motion that we rent a porta-potty through the end of November and the motion passed on a Scott Brubaker second.

Andy Shaffer found that the tractor brakes are not working and he will contact Bob Knisely to see if he can diagnose and repair the problem. Tom Hamilton made a motion to provide up to $800.00 for the repair of the front wall of the camp and 2 new windows. The motion passed on a Walt Kuzemchock second. Marty Hrin reported that there will be a Youth Pheasant Hunt on October 8^th and that he needs volunteers as mentors or to supply dogs for the hunt. Anybody who knows of any kids who are interested in participating should contact Marty for more information.

Andy Shaffer made a motion to adjourn and Breck Neeper seconded the motion.

Respectfully submitted by Randy Mitchell, Secretary.