Chinook Pheasants Forever

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Chinook Pheasants ForeverForeForeverMar 2012Crestwood RPO, Box 24055 Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8M8Email: kopperud@telus.netPhone: 403 526-9043 Fax: 403 526-910621th Anniversary Banquet & FundraiserFriday, March 8, 2013Medicine Hat Exhibition & StampedeCypress Centre AuditoriumMedicine HatDelicious Prime Rib dinner with all the trimmings,excellent auctioneering, exclusive merchandise, PFmagazine, entertainment, loads of fun.Cocktails & merchandise viewing 6:00 pmDinner: 7:30 pm Live Auction 8:30 pm TBD.00 couple TBD.00 singleFor Tickets contact Merv Kopperud@Email: kopperud@telus.netPhone: 403 526-9043Fax:403 526-9106New attendees welcome.Assigned seating, book early to reserve.Volume 6A glimpse at a previous event

Sponsorship and Donor OpportunitiesIndividuals and companies are encouraged toparticipate in our fund raiser with donations ofproducts, services and cash.Your donations go directly towards projects. Youmight like to know that Chinook PheasantsForever does not have paid staff. Highly qualifiedvolunteers have been working to restore habitat insoutheastern Alberta for 20 years and their rewardis seeing the return of pheasants and otherwildlife.Contact: President - Leonard Hansonlrhanson@telus.netorBanquet Chair – Merv Kopperudkopperud@telus.net 403 526-9043a chick in spring .RecognitionContributions to the fund raising efforts arethanked and recognized in a numbers of waysdepending on the level of the contribution. just add habitat toprotect it from the elements and predators plus afeeding area results in . fine roosters. A thank you limitededition printThank you plaquewith year barSignage at eventMedia namementions and photoopportunitiesProgram recognitionEvent MC recognitionReduced ticket pricesHosting opportunitywith tables of 8Presenting sponsor

Original art,a one of a kind pieceat theMarch 2012 BanquetFix StudiosHarvey and Loretta Fix1875 Crestwood Drive S.E.Medicine Hat Alberta T1A 7J9www.fixstudios.caCeramic Wall Mural by Harvey FixThis intricate wall mural is designed to coveran approximate area of 4X8 feet.It is the artist’s impression of a photographtaken of the view from the lookout bench atPolice Point Park in Medicine Hat.It was designed as a piece for an exhibitionof wall mounted ceramic art that washosted by Grasslands naturalists and thePolice Point Interpretive center.Harvey J. Fix, Ceramist“During high school I was employed by LukeLindoe at Plainsman Clays in his originalplant. That was my first exposure to the claybodies I now useThe work produced in my studio has to beenjoyable, like a game where there can beno rules, as rules are meant to be broken.Each piece must have its own heartbeat, as Iwant each piece I make to be somethingthat brings enjoyment to whoever possessesit.”To be enjoyed indoors or your outdoor livingspace.Suggested retail is 3200.00.

FLY-IN FISHING & HUNTINGThe 2200 square foot main lodge is yours toenjoy after a hard day of fishing. Dine ongreat home cooked meals. There are a totalof 4 cabins, with each cabin accommodatingup to 4 guests. All cabins are equipped withpower and heat.2012 DatesGypsy Lake Lodge is located 50 air miles east ofFort McMurray and is the only lodge inGypsy Lake Wildland Park. It was approvedas a Special Places Park in the year 2000 bythe Alberta government.Accessible only by aircraft, this spring fedlake is the ultimate treasure among thelakes of Northern Alberta.Their catch and release policy implemented16 years ago allows them to boast abouttheir 30 lb Trophy Pike. Single barblesshooks are a must. You are invited tochallenge these trophy pike with spinningrods or your favourite fly for the ultimatefight.Trip includes:Return air fare Gypsy Lake/Fort McMurrayAll meals while at Gypsy LakeBedding and towelsHousekeepingBoat, Motor and FuelLife JacketsYou provide these items:Fishing LicenseFishing TacklePersonal clothing and toiletriesFavorite snacks (junk food)Liquid refreshmentsDon’t forget your camera!Gypsy Lake LodgeBox 103, Athabasca, AB T9S 2A2PHONE: October to April (780) 675-9289May to September (780) 665-3544Lodge (780) 713-6167EMAIL: aeroice@msn.comwww.gypsylake.comLive Auction Item for 2012 SeasonFly-in fishing for Trophy Size Pike2-persons - for 3 days - all inclusiveFishing starts in May

A sampling of merchandisefor1329 10 Avenue S.W. Medicine Hat,Phone: 403.580.8131www.ultimatespas.caJ.A Henckels Salmon Knife Retail: 155.00Donated by: Copy WorksThe ListThe FAMILY DOCTOR IIhas deep therapeutic functions providing a deeptherapeutic muscle massage as well as variousmuscle mobilization exercises.This is some of the donations weknow will be at the banquet,complete details at the event 2 lights forsteps/stairsSet of 2 LightsLiAll of the above donated by:Ultimate Spas & Power SportsAuto Wash cards – DavisPontiac Buick Floral arrangement –berylsbloomers.ca Certificate – Sun CountryBest Western Gift – mysticcustomglass.ca Gift- Mike’s Meats Tickets – mhstampede.com Golf bag – ATB Financial Freezer Pack –deerviewmeats.com Certificate –Holiday InnExpress Garden Stone –moritzmasonry.com Fitness Equipment –SportChek Hand-crafted wood pens –Dr. Dennis Hall Necklace – Adam’s Jewellery

March 2012 BanquetBluesky 1001DHands free car kit.Super light and thin. The BLUESKY 1001D is theBluetooth, including reversing camera, the thinnestand lightest on the market.Photo by Bob McKenzie of Medicine Hat*A full face forward shot taken at 300 feet ofthis Mom and cubs in a forest background isbeing matted and framed.Donated by: Jerod NeilsonJD HOGG Consulting Ltd.Phone ****************“We’re Always Here When You Need Us The Most”Cactus Communications662 -14 St SW, Medicine Hat, ABPhone 403 528-3000www.cactuscommunications.com*Buffalo photo on stretched canvasBy photographer Dr.Gary Houston 100.00 Gift Card - What a delicious idea!Plus a gift of treats fresh from the bakery for yoursampling pleasure, plus an invitation for a personaltour of the bakery, hosted by owners Simon andAimee Rose.The Cheesecake CaféStrachan Road, Medicine HatPhone: 403 487-5800www.cheesecakecafe.ca2011 Print of the Year:"Rail Fence and Ring Necked Pair" byRobert Bateman, one of the world’s foremostwildlife artists. *Framing may vary.

One of a kind, created to scale, hand craftedby Jim ue, oil on canvas, soft colours, some restorationrequired or can be left as is. Very *****Cedar Waxwing Wall Sculpture 8” hMore from the 2012 eventHandbag from GoldPro Jewellers108, 3030 13 Ave SE Medicine HatPhone 403 528-3398

Homestead Covey by Noel Dunn*this print will be presented at banquet c/w mat ******Bald Eagle Soap Dish & Towel RackAutumn Flight Afghan 48” x 60”Mini Duck Decoy **************************

Building Healthy CommunitiesGENERAL MEMBERSHIP(Young Adult 14-17 & 18 )Includes: Access to all facilities andmembership core programs availableat the Downtown YMCA Orientation and Personal ProgramDesign by fully certified professionals All core Fitness Classes (land &water) Lane and Public Swimming Squash & Racquetball courts Access to Rec. Gymnasium times Use of day lockers Member rate on Non-Coreprograms Guest privileges via 3 guest passesper membership year to eachmember Mandatory fitness orientation forYoung Adults to useCardio Centers - members under theage of 14, must have an orientationbefore being allowed to use anyequipment.2 ADULT (Men’s or Ladies) will be offered in the collection ofmerchandise and services. Bidding starts at 150.00These 1 Year memberships are for new members only.Not Transferablewww.ymca-medicinehat.orgPhone 403 527-4426

MORE from the 2012 eventCow Coat HookWinchester Light SetVINTAGE LURE HISTORY SHADOW BOXFramed size 20" x 10"PF Knife with caseAND MORE!Upland bird collection with wheels 19” – FUN!

AN UNPARALLELED EXPERIENCEFOR WINGSHOOTERS !This is one of the hunts and outdooradventures to be found only at theMarch 2012 banquet.* Details are being finalized at time of this entry. 3 Full Hunting Days 2 Persons (may be upgraded) 4 Nights Lodging All Meals Personal Guides & Dogs Field Transportation Amazing Wild BirdsHunt Mid-October to Early Januaryin either the 2012 or 2013 SeasonsNo Blackout Dates — Schedule isLimited by Availability of OpeningsAll your personal needs areaccommodated. Enjoy home cookedprairie meals, satellite TV, internet,guides and dogs, kennels, airport pickup,field transport, sporting clays, birdcleaning and more. Does not include,travel, gratuities, hunting permits orshells.Live Auction ItemReferences Available fromChinook Pheasants Forever

Hidden Valley Ski1 adult season pass for 2012-2013 Value ( 504)Hidden Valley is located in the Cypress Hills ProvincialPark near Elkwater, Alberta Canada. The facility offers aunique opportunity to experience winter activities in afriendly rural environment. They are open from Novemberthru the end of March. We can guarantee reasonable rateswith no lift lines. If you are looking for Winter Time Fun,that is what Hidden Valley is all about!The LiftsThe Lifts include, Quad Chair, T-Bar, Handle Tow andMagic Carpet Lift (new 2010)! The combined lift capacityis 2400 skiers per hour.Pair of FLEXON Polarized SunglassesShiny Coffee Brown with Brown LensesPrescription can be added at extra cost#8 - 3295 Dunmore Road S.E.Medicine Hat, Alberta403-526-9472 or 403-527-0949www.rimsofsteel.comCustom Built Quilt RackDay LodgeThe Day Lodge is ready to serve you with the MountainSide Cafe, Snowflake Lounge, and Brown Bag Lunch Areas(equipped with lockers)www.skihiddenvalley.netBeautifully crafted of fine oak, finishedwith the exclusivePheasants Forever MedallionHand Crafted by: Dale Eslinger

20/20 Vision Care1 Gift Card Value 175.00shadow boxoftrout fliesHand crafted by: Bruce TilbrookAlberta, Canada*This shadow box of trout flies (midges) are nowin the design stage. We will try to provide apicture of the completed product closer tobanquet date.Bruce Tilbrook is an outstanding fly designer,this is a must have for any collector.1 – Pair C-Wire Oakley Sunglasses“Today’s Sporty Look for Guys & ***********************************Clarke Chiropractic & Wellness CentrePhone 403-529-2272#6 3295 Dunmore Rd SE, Medicine Hatwww.medicinehatchiro.comPremium Waterbase Pillow

SOUTHRIDGE YMCAHEALTH,FITNESS AND RECREATION644 Spruce Way SEMedicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4X4Phone: 403 528-1631www.ymca-medicinehat.orgALL YOUR WELLNESS NEEDSUNDER ONE ROOF37,OOO sq feet 4 Gymnasiums (17,500 sq ft) can bedivided into 4 quadrants forsimultaneous activity options 165m indoorwalking /running track1 Year Adult General MembershipSouthridge YMCA 2 lockerrooms withshowersMedicine Hat, AlbertaNew Members Only, Non TransferableMust Activate Prior to April 15, 2012 Weight roomwith free & stack equipment Cardio equipped workout room YMCA Member's Babysitting Servicesavailable while working out Multi-purpose room for fitness classes /meeting space Indoor/ outdoor kitchens

Are you looking for a new puppy?permanently ID'd with tattoo or microchip. Dewclaws are removed and tails docked. Our pups areCKC registered.”Abitt Like Home Kennels is an all-breed gun dogtraining facility specializing in puppies. The besttime to start this program is 8 to 10 months of age.They can customize a training program for youbased on your hunting preferences and needs.Their goal is to bring out the best your dog has tooffer. They work with pointing dogs, flushing dogs,and retrievers.March 9th will be your opportunity when PF auctionthe opportunity to select your pick of the litter fromAbitt Like Home Kennels.They are a family run kennel specializing in gun dogtraining, in particular, breeding, raising, and trainingEnglish Springer Spaniels and English CockerSpaniels for field trials. They have been in businesssince 1992 and have been breeding and trainingdogs for over 20 years.Abitt Like Home Kennels52206 Range Road 12Stony Plain Alberta , T7Z 1X1Phone 780-963-0011www.abittkennels.caWhy come to us for a puppy?“Our philosophy is to breed to consistently improveperformance while maintaining soundconfirmation, temperament, and trainability. Ourabove standard breeding produces championshipquality puppies. With our highly selective lineage,and peaceful country setting you get a healthy,well-tempered puppy that makes for a perfect fieldtrial dog, gundog, or hunting companion. By limitingourselves to 3 or 4 litters per year, we can afford topay utmost attention to every aspect of ourpuppies' physical and mental health. Our pups areready to go at 8 weeks and come with a guaranteeletter, dewormed, first set of vaccinations, andLive AuctionBidding on the opportunity to select your pickfrom an upcoming litter of English SpringerSpaniel or English Cocker Spaniel pups. Alldetails of your pup selection to be determinedwith Abitt Like Home Kennels owners Casey &Carol Butz.Training not included in bid, but will be availableat additional charge from professional trainerCasey Butz.

Main Floor Carpets3 sizes: L, XL ,2XL reversibleDell Rossi Men’s Wear649 3 St SE. Medicine HatPhone 403 -526-2544Donated by New Country 1270 CHAT Radio“Eroded Landscape” by Dean FrancisArea Rug 5’ x 8’Style Ramses – Design 908A Retail 530Main Floor Carpets Ltd# 4 645 South Railway Street, Medicine Hat,Tel: 403-527-9900www.mainfloorcarpets.com*this print will be matted and shrink wrapped

NOT JUST ANOTHERBIRD HUNT - THIS ISPHEASANT HEAVENThe Experience of a Lifetime!Pheasant City Lodge looks after allyour personal and hunting needs.Meals are prairie home prepared andentertainment includes game tables,satellite TV, and wireless internet.Your wild bird hunts are guided withexceptional dogs. Bird cleaning &freezing is provided.All in 9,000 Acres .You will be hunting on land that is naturalpheasant habitat that has been producingpheasant and upland game for severalgenerations, and is now even more productivedue to our farming practices.Amazing South Dakota Bird Hunting at aDown-Home Prairie Lodge with all theAmenities2 Persons — 2 Days Hunting & 3 NightsLodging / All Home Cooked Meals / Guides &Dogs / Field Transport / All Wild Bird HuntingHunt the South Dakota Pheasant Season ineither 2012 Seasons No Blackout Dates—Schedule Limited by Availability of Openings.May be upgraded to 3 day, 4 night.Nestled in the Plains of the Upper Midwest,Pheasant City Lodge is about a 2 ½ hour drivefrom Sioux Falls, South Dakota.LIVEAUCTIONN

Couture HairOutdoor Pet Drinking Fountain Indoor/outdoor fountainprovides fresh, clean water Illuminated with an energyefficient LED light to betterhelp with night-time visibility Contemporary shape allows itto blend into any modernhome décor setting Elevated design is ideal forlarge breeds, older dogs ordogs with muscle and jointproblemsCouture Hair – Melanie Couture (stylist)102, 1501 Dunmore Rd SE, Medicine Hat ABPhone 403 527-1550Find Couture Hair onGift Certificates and hair care travelpackages. Consultations for 2 personsplus a cut and style package.Animal World1749 Dunmore Rd SE, Medicine HatPhone 403 526-1199www.animal-world.ca

Pheasants Forever is pleased to beoffering this photo opportunity at theMarch 9th fundraiser.A sample of the 16 x 20 will be ondisplay, but before then visitwww.lenmoserphotograhy.com

630 2 Street SEMedicine Hat AB, es has in recent years been used for the fightagainst Breast Cancer. This year she goes again withher struggle through her MOVE campaign. Marlieshas designed a special set of lingerie! The lingerie isbright pink with the famous Marlies Dekkers DelftBlue print. On the lingerie is a charm with thefamous symbol of Breast Cancer month, the PinkRibbon.Colour: PinkSizes: 32-38 B,C,D,E,F The sample on display at thePheasants Forever event can be exchanged for any size!Come in & Get FittedIf you hate shopping for bras you will enjoy oursimple quick service. No getting dressed andundressed to go out and search. The search is ourjob. You do the trying and deciding. We'll spend thetime you need to ensure the bra you selected is rightfor your needs and shape .Remember bras are likeshoes. No two fit the same; you have to try them on!Original Painting (will be framed*)NAME: OPENING ACTMEDIUM: Watercolor & Beeswax onRice PaperSIZE: 16 x 20 - double matted(white/black) framed with blackframeARTIST: Donna Hanson

Mountain Bear”“The Dust Up”Original Wood Carving, signed byartist Ted Cummins***************************“One Day Sturgeon Fishing”This one day sturgeon fishing trip ontheSouthSaskatchewanformaximum 3 people includes all gear.Participants must provide licenses,food, drink & apparel to suitconditions. Must be booked and usedprior to October 31, 2012.This engraving was created for theChinook Pheasants Forever 20thAnniversary and is signed andnumbered by the artist,Lenore GeisbrechtBy Les Woycechowsky

Dress Your LashesFashion Accessories455 -3 St SE, Medicine HatPhone 403 526-7677Prairie Safaris by Dave MooreProfessionally Guided Late Season CanadaGoose HuntHandbag filled with girl stuff everyone wants,includes 20 gift card, hair accessory, earrings,sun glasses, necklace set.Donated by MNP LLP - Medicine HatHere’s your chance to get out after someof these fat, late season honkers! Thispackage is for a guided December GooseHunt for up to four hunters. It includesblinds, decoys, guide and lots of fun. Date of hunt to be arranged bymutual agreement Firearms and ammunition to besupplied by hunters Licenses and bird processing are theresponsibility of the hunters*********************************The Bearer of this Certificate willenjoy an excellent golf and socialexperience with 3 friends atConnaught Golf Club4 - 18 hole rounds of golf with cartsPlus lunch

Enjoy the “Medicine Hat Night” Ebel’s Limousine provides 1 hour ofsafe, luxurious limo transportation The Beefeater has a 100 giftcertificate for dinner in their newlyrenovated dining room Spend the night in a “FireplaceJacuzzi Suite” for Two at the Best WesternPlus – Sun Country on Redcliff Drive SE(expires Nov 9/12 and some blackoutdates) Morning will be lazy as you preparefor the day in your cozy His & Her robescompliments of Tracy and Rosa Zubrechi Enjoy the hot breakfast in the BestWestern Plus before you depart!“ Enjoy Your Medicine Hat”

“ Great Plains Outfitters”“Fly Fish the World Renowned Bow River”Great Plains Outfitters is located inMedicine Hat, Alberta. We provide ourclients with experienced guided hunts, andsome of the best hunting you could everimagine. Deer, fishing and birds areabundant in this area of the province. Ifyou are looking to book a hunt, be sure togive us a call!This offer is for a 2x2hunt for upland game. The day will includelunch, refreshments and a hunt for variousspecies behind dogs. Field care of the gameis included. Licenses are not includes 2 hunters, 2 guides, 2 dogs Extra days may be booked with GreatPlains OutfittersArtStream Guide Service, operated by BobHaysom, a guide and outfitter with over 40years of fly fishing experience including 20as a professional instructor has donatedthis trip to Chinook Pheasants Forever 20thAnniversary Fundraiser.Full Details for 2012 Season at BanquetArtStream Guide ServiceBox 103, Turner Valley, Alberta, CanadaTOL 2AOPhone (403) 933-4434Cell (403) 660-3173Email: rihaysom@telus.netOwner: Darryl Giesbrecht:Phone: (403) 528-4260 (evenings) (403)581-8214 (cell) Fax: (403) 529-5288Mailing Address: 15 Rossdale Court SE,Medicine Hat, AB T1B 1W6E-mail: *

And so much more . Polished Aluminum P.F. Wine RackP.F. Cigar HumidorPheasant Feather PinOtter Box from Alberta Fish and WildlifeDivisionMeat Certificate from Deer View Meats& Barbeque Tools from Landmark FeedsBrowning Bird‘N Lite Straps Vest - SizeXL/2XSaber Advanced Shooting Glasses with 2lensesBrowning Night Seeker Cap & LightBullet Thermos – OrangeLadder Golf Game from Sterling TrailerSalesLug Travel Bag, Blanket & Neck Pillowfrom Freddie’s Paints“Shop Calgary” 100 CrossIron Mills GiftCard & one night accommodation atDays Inn – Calgary Airport location. Awelcome gift basket plus luxurious takehome robes are gifts from The Days Inn(gifts will be in room on arrival).Men’s Tie from Labels for Men &Monogrammed Pen from Dennis Hall 395.00 Certificate from Ag PlusMechanicalGolf Bag & Balls from ATB FinancialHandmade Willow chair by JamesGeigerGrocery Basket from Foodland IGAWine Cooler with 1 Bottle CabernetSauvignon from MNP LLP 4 Tigers Game Tickets from PrecisionRentals and Signed Tiger’s Jersey XLfrom the Medicine Hat Tigers Braided Lanyard from Gary Houston andHunt Dog Supplements from Zoom Dog City Fun Package:4 Lunch Buffets from Asian Gardens4 Movie Passes from Cineplex OdeonFun Oriental Umbrellas2 Stampede Night show Tickets 2012 Fly Fishing Kit Leaders, Fly Box and bookfrom Hook & Hackle Canada - Okotoks Fresh Veggies direct from Red Hat Cooperative Elkwater Lake Lodge Package:Accommodation in fire place suite 75 food Voucher2 of ½ hour massage 4 Green Fees from Medicine Hat Golf &Country Club Service Voucher 395.00 from AG PlusMechanical Gift Certificate from Original Joe’sRestaurant Itchy Dog Supplement from Zoom Dog Cottonwood Coulee Golf Course 10Game Pass from Ted Woolfrey “Gift Basket for Dogs” from Diamond inthe Ruff “365 Days of Medicine Hat” fromTourism Medicine Hat 1 Night Accommodation at Holiday InnExpress w’ breakfast buffet (someblackout dates) Medicine Hat location

Oh yes, and when you come to thebanquet we have GIFTS, 1 comesfrom CrossIron Mills ShoppingOutlet!!!South Country Glass645 South Railway St SEMedicine Hat, AB403 529-1890Custom Decorative Mirror42” x 42”Can be seen atSouth Country GlassShowroom untilMarch 7thDo you know how difficult itis to take a photo of a mirror?Thank you toeveryone who tookthe time to look.There is muchmore that we havenot entered, wejust wanted to getyou interested forour 2013 EventFriday, Mar 8th END

Email: kopperud@telus.net Phone: 403 526-9043 Fax: 403 526-9106 21th Anniversary Banquet & Fundraiser Friday, March 8, 2013 Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede . prairie meals, satellite TV, internet, guides and dogs, kennels, airport pickup, field transport, sporting clays, bird cleaning and more. Does not include,