"For Hunters by Hunters"
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"For Hunters by Hunters" |
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Current News: Upcoming Events Apprentice Hunter Seminar - August 20, 2011 The President's Corner - September 2011 The 2011/2012 As the harvesters are entering the fields and vineyards around here I drive along thinking of cool weather, which equates to birds stuffing themselves in freshly harvested corn fields and rice patties. As the birds are preparing for the change of the seasons, we also see changes every year. Cougar Preserve - Youth, Women & Disabled Programs - September 2011 It is with great sadness that I report that Valley
Waterfowl will not have the Cougar Preserve Property for our Apprentice
Waterfowl & Disabled hunter program for the 2011/2012 season. The
Bureau of Land Management, which controls the property, awarded the
contract to California Waterfowl Association. That organization will
have the responsibility to provide a hunting program for Youth, Women
and Disabled. For information on their program see their Web site or if
you have any questions call Mr. Jeff Smith at While saddened by that turn of events. I am excited by
an effort that is being made to identify an easy access, good shooting
blind where VW can continue its work with an improved Apprentice
Waterfowl and Disabled hunter program. Continue to check the VW website for details as they
are made available. Apprentice and Disabled Hunter Program Chairman. Youth Hunting Gear Donations - September 2011 We have many people who have donated items for youth hunters throughout the years. Last month John Huber suggested that we start a, “donations for youth hunting gear program” and donated a pair of waders to get it started off. With that I am sending out a call for anyone with youth gear, boots, gloves, jackets, waders, whatever you have that can be passed on to the youth, get it out of the back of the closet and send them to us. Anyone who needs gear can contact us and we’ll see what we have received to accommodate your needs. Contact Roger Gillingwater
with donations and requests (209)712-7196.
Youth Hunting Gear Donations - September 2011 We have many people who have donated items for youth hunters throughout the years. Last month John Huber suggested that we start a, “donations for youth hunting gear program” and donated a pair of waders to get it started off. With that I am sending out a call for anyone with youth gear, boots, gloves, jackets, waders, whatever you have that can be passed on to the youth, get it out of the back of the closet and send them to us. Anyone who needs gear can contact us and we’ll see what we have received to accommodate your needs. Contact Roger Gillingwater with donations and requests (209)712-7196. Conservation Corner - September 2011 A few years ago we had a big push for placing wood duck boxes. We constructed about 100 boxes for our members and gave them to all who wanted some. I believe it was a success and have hears from members of how they have wood ducks in the nest every year. Hunt From The Past - September 2011 My son and I were out duck hunting on a Saturday last season. Being a considerate father I thought I would let my son take the first shot at any ducks. We had a great hunt that day. Probably the best we ever had together. Call for Volunteers - September 2011 We rely on the time of many volunteer’s from our committee member’s and others who help set up our dinner every year. I am grateful for all they do to help us succeed. We always need new faces with fresh ideas and contacts to continue the successful events we put on every year. Anyone willing to help with soliciting donations, placing flyers, work with the youth program, or assisting with dinner setup would be greatly appreciated. Come to one of our committee meetings and see how you can help us all. Contact Roger Gillingwater at 209-712-9196 for more information. The President's Corner - May 2011 The 2011/2012 I would like to thank all of you who came out and supported us at the 7th Annual Valley Waterfowl Dinner. With the difficult times everyone is dealing with we still were able to have a successful dinner and continue to provide the services you love so much. Recap of 2010-2011 Season - May 2011 As all of you know who hunted this last season, it was a very frustrating year. The season started out great with our new Harbison North blind shooting limits opening weekend. It was the only blind that had water for the opener. Cougar Preserve - May 2011 The 2010/2011 waterfowl season was successful on many fronts. Numerous Youth, Women and Disabled hunters were able to successfully hunt waterfowl at the Cougar Preserve. Many youth and women harvested their first ducks. A good year for all involved, including the volunteers, seeing all those smiles is very rewarding. Valley Waterfowl is seeking youth, women and disabled hunters interested in having an inexpensive waterfowl hunting opportunity. VW is fortunate to have an agreement to provide hunting at the Cougar Preserve; a BLM managed riparian property in the GaltCall for Volunteers - May 2011 We rely on the time of many volunteer’s from our committee member’s and others who help set up our dinner every year. I am grateful for all they do to help us succeed. We always need new faces with fresh ideas and contacts to continue the successful events we put on every year. Anyone willing to help with soliciting donations, placing flyers, work with the youth program, or assisting with dinner setup would be greatly appreciated. Come to one of our committee meetings and see how you can help us all. Contact Roger Gillingwater at 209-712-9196 for more information. |
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