MAD RIVER CLUB’S NEWSLETTER

march 2019

P.O BOX 171 PULASKI, NEW YORK 13142-0171

PHONE 315-387-5788

                                 CALENDAR 0F UPCOMING EVENTS:

                             Next Club Meeting: Friday, April 12th ( BOD mtg at 6:30, general mtg at 8:00)

                             Federation Dinner: April 6^th (details below)

                             Annual Trout Derby: Saturday, June 29^th

                             Annual MRC Family Picnic/ Awards Banquet: Sunday, July 28^th

                           Annual Bowshoot: August 3^rd and 4th

GENERAL MTG: Dick Palmer called the meeting to order at 8:00 pm.

ON BEHALF OF THE MEMBERSHIP: The following individuals were placed on the 30-day review list: Bruce Boterus sponsor Clifford Young, Michael Patterson sponsor Thomas Sparacino, and Bryan Chazanowski sponsor Rachel Pitkin.

The following individuals are moving to the permanent waiting list: John Grady sponsor Shawn Allen, Dustin Robinson sponsor Darien Brock, Travis Filson sponsor James Lewis, Aaron Muckey sponsor Walter Butler Scott Houppert sponsor Mike Sparcico

SICK AND AILING:

Dick Palmer had pneumonia but is up and going again

Greg Maselli was in the hospital but is home now

Jim Horth passed away. The clubs thoughts and prayers are with the Horth family.

As a member learns of someone who is sick or someone has passed, please contact the following:

Brian Dano at 315-243-1994

Or: Leave message at 625-7331 with Charlene

Or: E-mail bdns@ymail.com

Or: E-mail c-dano@hotmail.com

Also, if any member knows of a deceased member from last year, please let the board know so we can get there names on the plaque in the clubhouse. Thank you.

REMINDER: The April meeting is annual election night. The nominations were closed at the March meeting.

VOLUNTEER NEEDED: I am stepping down as newsletter editor this year. If anyone is interested in taking over this position please contact me (Shawn Allen) or anyone on the board.

MRC WEBPAGE: A reminder to club members to subscribe to the webpage. There are no subscription fees. As a subscriber to the website you will automatically be sent an update message so you can be made aware of any club news updates. As I get information from the board between meetings I post it to the webpage.

DEDICATION TO KEVIN IRWIN: Ken Burd presented a plaque in honor of Kevin Irwin and his many contributions to the snowmobile club and MRC club. Dick Palmer read the comemeration on the plaque to the members. The traphouse was recently dedicated to Kevin Irwin.

Future new members: To help alleviate some of the problems regarding rules violations the BOD’s have decided that after January 1^st new members are to come to the board meeting at 7:30 on the night they are to receive their membership. This is to allow the board to explain some of the rules and expectations that come with club membership. This is meant to be a meet and greet with a chance for the new members to ask questions and meet the board.

Trap house:

Trap House: Shooting is done for the year (2018), No shoot before Dec, Jan, Feb, or March meetings. When a schedule for 2019 is available it will be posted here and also on Facebook. Please see ‘The Traphouse’ tap for more info on using the trap house or joining us for scheduled shoots. Impromptu shoots will be announced on Facebook page. Yes, The Mad River Club Trap Team has a Facebook page! Please look there for up to date news, when we are shooting, and other info on the progress of the Trap Team. Like/follow page and you will be informed of updates as they happen. If you are on Facebook search for ‘Mad River Club Trap Team’

Thanks,

Gary Granger

Bow hunter courses: Gary Crawford said there would be courses for bow hunting happening in March and April. Please check the DEC webpage for dates and times.

Change of Address: If you have a change of address, phone number, or email please let the club know. You can contact the newsletter editor Shawn Allen or the Financial Secretary Rachael Pitkin. We have been having problems with being able to contact people

FEDERATION NEWS: Chuck Parker gave a presentation on the many bills being presented before our law makers in Albany. Many of the bills do not help the sportsmen/sportswomen in this state. Chuck made it clear that we as sports people need to contact our representatives to make our voices heard. As an example, the Red Flag bill went through the legislature in about 9 days. It is my opinion that this bill has the potential to be misused by law enforcement. Other bills being presented include the schools in our state removing all shooting sports for the schools. These are just two of the examples that were presented. For further information please see the Federation Website for links and news. The Grassroots Newsletter has some good information regarding what is going on with the DEC regarding hunting and fishing in this state.

FEDERATION DINNER: Oswego County Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs is holding their Annual Banquet on April 6^th at Greenview Country Club, 20 Whig Hill Rd., West Monroe, NY.  Social hour begins at 4:30pm, with a Prime rib dinner following at 6:00 pm.  Tickets are $25.00 per adult, $12.00 per child 12 and under. As usual there will be raffles for a muzzle loader, 50/50, quilt, can drawings and a Silent Auction.

Tickets are available from Ken Burd, contact kburd1@verizon.net or call 315-652-7095.

This is a great meal, great time – come join us!

NOTICE: The badges for this year are purple with white letters, but have 2018 on them. Please understand that we know this is a mistake and as long as you are wearing your purple badge then you are in compliance. We apologize for the mix up. Also, due to the high cost of postage, we are requesting members come to a meeting to pick up their badges.

HELP NEEDED: The club needs volunteers to step forward to fill various positions: we need a posting committee chair, nominating committee chair, newsletter editor

NEW ROADS AND TRAILS CHAIRMAN: Jacob Halsey has taken over as the new roads and trails chairman. Please give him your support this year when we get back on the trails.

DEC CAMP FOR KIDS: Darien Brock reported that 4 kids are scheduled to go to camp this year. He is looking for applications for next year. Applications can be found on the website.

CLASSIFIED ADS:

Newsletter Editor: Shawn Allen 315-343-2546, 315-591-3005 email kallen2@twcny.rr.com, Assistant Newsletter Editor vacant

Club Officers: President Dick Palmer 315-882-3295; 1^st VP Gary Crawford 315-559-4174, 2nd V.P. Lloyd Perkins; Treasurer Lori Venzendy 315-298-5804; Assist Treasurer Bruce Hahn 315-469-9349, Secretary Mark Bishop 288-4248; Financial Secretary Rachael Pitkin 315-783-5455, Assistant Financial Secretary Justin Maselli

Board Members: Jeffery Mosier 846-5612, Frank Hilliker 298-3004, Larry Yerdon 387-5140, Darien Brock 315-778-2680, Gary Daniels 488-5575, Mike Lane 315-558-0888, Tim Howell 963-7330, Norm Draper 315-775-7218, Ken Creech 732-431-1631.

Committee Chairman: Building and Grounds Dale Macklen 315-387-5365, Camping Steve Casselbury 315-481-1496, Trails Jacob Halsey,Work Day Dennis Kammers 315-437-0430, Security Mike Lane 315-558-0888, Entertainment Committee Lou McNett 387-5339

Archery Committee: Bill Killam 387-3350, Traphouse: Gary Granger 315-427-1162

Website of interest to MRC members; www.madriverclub.com, www.oswegocountyfederation.com, www.oswegcountysportsmensfoundation.com, www.nyscc.com

AFILIATED WITH

NEW YORK STATE CONSERVATION COUNCIL

MAD RIVER CLUB’S NEWSLETTER

January 2019

P.O BOX 171 PULASKI, NEW YORK 13142-0171

PHONE 315-387-5788

                                 CALENDAR 0F UPCOMING EVENTS:

                             Next Club Meeting: Friday, February 8th ( BOD mtg at 6:30, general mtg at 8:00)

                             Ice Fishing Derby: Saturday, January 26^th 2019.

                             Venison Dinner: March General Meeting: see details below

                               Federation Dinner: April 6^th (details below)

                               Annual Trout Derby: Saturday, June 29^th

                             Annual MRC Family Picnic/ Awards Banquet: Sunday, July 28^th

                             Annual Bowshoot: August 3^rd and 4th

GENERAL MTG: Dick Palmer called the meeting to order at 8:00 pm.

ON BEHALF OF THE MEMBERSHIP: The following individuals were placed on the 30-day review list: John Grady sponsor Shawn Allen, Dustin Robinson sponsor Darien Brock, Travis Filson sponsor James Lewis, Aaron Muckey sponsor Walter Butler Scott Houppert sponsor Mike Sparcico

The following individuals are moving to the permanent waiting list: Matthew Smith sponsor Bruce Mitchell, Charles Skellen sponsor Mike Akin, Ward Seymour Jr. sponsor Bruce Mitchell, Rocco Giacolone sponsor Mike McElwain, Russell Weller sponsor Scott Monnat, Leon Worthington sponsor Kent Taber, Leon Sterling sponsor Steve Corsette, Michael Sauillace sponsor Eric Martin, Mark Garvin sponsor Tim Ridgeway

SICK AND AILING:

Lou McNitt is undergoing surgery

Richard Brock is back in the hospital

The club recently learned of the passing of Doug Runions who was a long time member of the club and a past president of the club. The club held a moment of silence for him. Everyone who knew Doug spoke of his outstanding character and how much he enjoyed the club. The club sent a donation to the Alzheimer Association of Syracuse and a plaque will be placed in the clubhouse in his honor.

As a member learns of someone who is sick or someone has passed, please contact the following:

Brian Dano at 315-243-1994

Or: Leave message at 625-7331 with Charlene

Or: E-mail bdns@ymail.com

Or: E-mail c-dano@hotmail.com

Also, if any member knows of a deceased member from last year, please let the board know so we can get there names on the plaque in the clubhouse. Thank you.

VOLUNTEER NEEDED: I am stepping down as newsletter editor this year. If anyone is interested in taking over this position please contact me (Shawn Allen) or anyone on the board.

ICE FISHING DERBY: The derby is scheduled for Saturday, January 26^th, 2019 at the Sandy Pond Sportsman’s Club. Registration will begin at 6:00 am at the clubhouse. There will be two divisions for the derby: a kids perch and pike division and an adult perch and pike division. For a fee, breakfast and lunch will be available at the clubhouse. For questions or if you are willing to help for a workday, please contact Nate Ellers at 315-561-1122.

VENISON DINNER: At the general meeting on March 8^th, the annual venison dinner will take place. John Keech is looking for people to donate some venison to the dinner. If you are willing to donate some venison or help out in the kitchen please contact John Keech at 315-699-3843.

MRC WEBPAGE: A reminder to club members to subscribe to the webpage. There are no subscription fees. As a subscriber to the website you will automatically be sent an update message so you can be made aware of any club news updates. As I get information from the board between meetings I post it to the webpage.

Future new members: To help alleviate some of the problems regarding rules violations the BOD’s have decided that after January 1^st new members are to come to the board meeting at 7:30 on the night they are to receive their membership. This is to allow the board to explain some of the rules and expectations that come with club membership. This is meant to be a meet and greet with a chance for the new members to ask questions and meet the board.

Trap house:

Trap House: Shooting is done for the year (2018), No shoot before Dec, Jan, Feb, or March meetings. When a schedule for 2019 is available it will be posted here and also on Facebook. Please see ‘The Traphouse’ tap for more info on using the trap house or joining us for scheduled shoots. Impromptu shoots will be announced on Facebook page. Yes, The Mad River Club Trap Team has a Facebook page! Please look there for up to date news, when we are shooting, and other info on the progress of the Trap Team. Like/follow page and you will be informed of updates as they happen. If you are on Facebook search for ‘Mad River Club Trap Team’

Thanks,

Gary Granger

Bow hunter courses: Gary Crawford said there would be courses for bow hunting happening in March and April. Please check the DEC webpage for dates and times.

Change of Address: If you have a change of address, phone number, or email please let the club know. You can contact the newsletter editor Shawn Allen or the Financial Secretary Rachael Pitkin. We have been having problems with being able to contact people.

BURD FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP:

Ken and Gerry Burd Environmental Studies Scholarship

The extended family of Ken and Gerry Burd has instituted a scholarship fund, in their name, in the amount of $500.00 to be awarded yearly. This year we would like to invite any member , member’s child or grandchild contemplating an Environmental degree, to apply.

The recipient must be a graduating high school senior or currently enrolled college student, pursuing a degree in Environmental Engineering, Wildlife Management, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Law Enforcement, Agricultural Engineering or other closely related Environmental field.

The Selection Committee will award the scholarship based on academic performance, school and community activities/involvement, 2 letters of recommendation and

a short essay regarding their choice of profession.

Applications are available by contacting Ken or Gerry at 315-652-7095, kburd1@verizon.net, or at the address below.

All requested information must be postmarked no later than April 1^st. of the current year.

Please complete and return the application to:

Ken & Gerry Burd

8149 Morgan Rd.

Clay, NY 13041

FEDERATION DINNER: Oswego County Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs is holding their Annual Banquet on April 6^th at Greenview Country Club, 20 Whig Hill Rd., West Monroe, NY.  Social hour begins at 4:30pm, with a Prime rib dinner following at 6:00 pm.  Tickets are $25.00 per adult, $12.00 per child 12 and under. As usual there will be raffles for a muzzle loader, 50/50, quilt, can drawings and a Silent Auction.

Tickets are available from Ken Burd, contact kburd1@verizon.net or call 315-652-7095.

This is a great meal, great time – come join us!!

WORKDAY ISSUES: It was brought out at the meeting that some people were being given workday fines even though they had done a workday. If you are having this issue please contact either the workday chairman for whom you worked or Dick Palmer to get this worked out. Thank you.

NOTICE: The badges for this year are purple with white letters, but have 2018 on them. Please understand that we know this is a mistake and as long as you are wearing your purple badge then you are in compliance. We apologize for the mix up. Also, due to the high cost of postage, we are requesting members come to a meeting to pick up their badges.

HELP NEEDED: The club needs volunteers to step forward to fill various positions: we need a posting committee chair, nominating committee chair, newsletter editor

NOTICE: It was brought out at the club meeting that some MRC members have been crossing the Mad River on the south end and going left on the trail instead of bearing right up the logging road. IF you go left you are entering OTTO MILLS CLUB land so you will be trespassing. Apparently there were some problems this past hunting season with our members getting onto OTTO MILLS CLUB LAND. Please look at the maps and familiarize yourselves with our land boundaries.

NEW ROADS AND TRAILS CHAIRMAN: Jacob Halsey has taken over as the new roads and trails chairman. Please give him your support this year when we get back on the trails.

DEC CAMP FOR KIDS: Darien Brock reported that 4 kids are scheduled to go to camp this year. He is looking for applications for next year. Applications can be found on the website.

CLASSIFIED ADS:

Newsletter Editor: Shawn Allen 315-343-2546, 315-591-3005 email kallen2@twcny.rr.com, Assistant Newsletter Editor vacant

Club Officers: President Dick Palmer 315-882-3295; 1^st VP Gary Crawford 315-559-4174, 2nd V.P. Lloyd Perkins; Treasurer Lori Venzendy 315-298-5804; Assist Treasurer Bruce Hahn 315-469-9349, Secretary Mark Bishop 288-4248; Financial Secretary Rachael Pitkin 315-783-5455, Assistant Financial Secretary Justin Maselli

Board Members: Jeffery Mosier 846-5612, Frank Hilliker 298-3004, Larry Yerdon 387-5140, Darien Brock 315-778-2680, Gary Daniels 488-5575, Mike Lane 315-558-0888, Tim Howell 963-7330, Norm Draper 315-775-7218, Ken Creech 732-431-1631.

Committee Chairman: Building and Grounds Dale Macklen 315-387-5365, Camping Steve Casselbury 315-481-1496, Trails Tim Howell 963-7330 Work Day Dennis Kammers 315-437-0430, Security Mike Lane 315-558-0888, Entertainment Committee Lou McNett 387-5339

Archery Committee: Bill Killam 387-3350, Traphouse: Gary Granger 315-427-1162

Website of interest to MRC members; www.madriverclub.com, www.oswegocountyfederation.com, www.oswegcountysportsmensfoundation.com, www.nyscc.com

AFILIATED WITH

NEW YORK STATE CONSERVATION COUNCIL

MAD RIVER CLUB’S NEWSLETTER

December 2018

P.O BOX 171 PULASKI, NEW YORK 13142-0171

PHONE 315-387-5788

                                 CALENDAR 0F UPCOMING EVENTS:

                             Next Club Meeting: Friday, January 11th ( BOD mtg at 6:30, general mtg at 8:00)

                             Ice Fishing Derby: Saturday, January 26^th 2019.

                             Venison Dinner: March General Meeting: see details below

GENERAL MTG: Dick Palmer called the meeting to order at 8:00 pm.

ON BEHALF OF THE MEMBERSHIP: The following individuals were placed on the 30-day review list: Matthew Smith sponsor Bruce Mitchell, Charles Skellen sponsor Mike Akin, Ward Seymour Jr. sponsor Bruce Mitchell, Rocco Giacolone sponsor Mike McElwain, Russell Weller sponsor Scott Monnat, Leon Worthington sponsor Kent Taber, Leon Sterling sponsor Steve Corsette, Michael Sauillace sponsor Eric Martin, Mark Garvin sponsor Tim Ridgeway.

The following individuals are moving to the permanent waiting list: Joseph Sacco sponsor Mike Lane, Chad LaRue sponsor Matt Rockefeller, Mason LaRue sponsor Matt Rockefeller, Christopher Sweet sponsor Darien Brock, Douglas Nichols sponsor Curtis Conklin, Richard Williams sponsor Don LaBarge, Dale McNitt sponsor Doug McNitt, Rick Schmitt sponsor Keith Reeder, William Fowler sponsor Chris Conway.

SICK AND AILING:

Dave Detlor had carpal tunnel surgery

Charlene Dano fell and was bruised

Kelly Perkings had bypass surgery and is recovering well at home.

Scott Corsette has passed away. On behalf on the Mad River Club, we give our condolences to the family.

As a member learns of someone who is sick or someone has passed, please contact the following:

Brian Dano at 315-243-1994

Or: Leave message at 625-7331 with Charlene

Or: E-mail bdns@ymail.com

Or: E-mail c-dano@hotmail.com

Also, if any member knows of a deceased member from last year, please let the board know so we can get there names on the plaque in the clubhouse. Thank you.

VOLUNTEER NEEDED: I am stepping down as newsletter editor next year. If anyone is interested in taking over this position please contact me (Shawn Allen) or anyone on the board.

ICE FISHING DERBY: The derby is scheduled for Saturday, January 26^th, 2019 at the Sandy Pond Sportsman’s Club. Registration will begin at 6:00 am at the clubhouse. There will be two divisions for the derby: a kids perch and pike division and an adult perch and pike division. For a fee, breakfast and lunch will be available at the clubhouse. For questions or if you are willing to help for a workday, please contact Nate Ellers at 315-561-1122.

VENISON DINNER: At the general meeting on March 8^th, the annual venison dinner will take place. John Keech is looking for people to donate some venison to the dinner. If you are willing to donate some venison or help out in the kitchen please contact John Keech at 315-699-3843.

MRC WEBPAGE: A reminder to club members to subscribe to the webpage. There are no subscription fees. As a subscriber to the website you will automatically be sent an update message so you can be made aware of any club news updates. As I get information from the board between meetings I post it to the webpage.

Future new members: To help alleviate some of the problems regarding rules violations the BOD’s have decided that after January 1^st new members are to come to the board meeting at 7:30 on the night they are to receive their membership. This is to allow the board to explain some of the rules and expectations that come with club membership. This is meant to be a meet and greet with a chance for the new members to ask questions and meet the board.

Trap house:

Trap House: Shooting is done for the year (2018), No shoot before Dec, Jan, Feb, or March meetings. When a schedule for 2019 is available it will be posted here and also on Facebook. Please see ‘The Traphouse’ tap for more info on using the trap house or joining us forscheduled shoots. Impromptu shoots will be announced on Facebook page. Yes, The Mad River Club Trap Team has a Facebook page! Please look there for up to date news, when we are shooting, and other info on the progress of the Trap Team. Like/follow page and you will be informed of updates as they happen. If you are on Facebook search for ‘Mad River Club Trap Team’

Thanks,

Gary Granger

Bow hunter courses: Gary Crawford said there will be courses for bow hunting happening in March and April. Please check the DEC webpage for dates and times.

Change of Address: If you have a change of address, phone number, or email please let the club know. You can contact the newsletter editor Shawn Allen or the Financial Secretary Rachael Pitkin. We have been having problems with being able to contact people.

WORKDAY ISSUES: It was brought out at the meeting that some people were being given workday fines even though they had done a workday. If you are having this issue please contact either the workday chairman for whom you worked or Dick Palmer to get this worked out. Thank you.

CLASSIFIED ADS:

Bill Killam said he has an almost new Lone Wolf treestand he would like to sell. He said to call him and make a deal. 315-387-3350

Ken Creech has a Kenmore camp stove for cooking . It is a gas stove. He said $75.00. Call him at 732-431-1631

Newsletter Editor: Shawn Allen 315-343-2546, 315-591-3005 email kallen2@twcny.rr.com, Assistant Newsletter Editor vacant

Club Officers: President Dick Palmer 315-882-3295; 1^st VP Gary Crawford 315-559-4174, 2nd V.P. Lloyd Perkins; Treasurer Lori Venzendy 315-298-5804; Assist Treasurer Bruce Hahn 315-469-9349, Secretary Mark Bishop 288-4248; Financial Secretary Rachael Pitkin 315-783-5455, Assistant Financial Secretary Justin Maselli

Board Members: Jeffery Mosier 846-5612, Frank Hilliker 298-3004, Larry Yerdon 387-5140, Darien Brock 315-778-2680, Gary Daniels 488-5575, Mike Lane 315-558-0888, Tim Howell 963-7330, Norm Draper 315-775-7218, Ken Creech 732-431-1631.

Committee Chairman: Building and Grounds Dale Macklen 315-387-5365, Camping Steve Casselbury 315-481-1496, Trails Tim Howell 963-7330 Work Day Dennis Kammers 315-437-0430, Security Mike Lane 315-558-0888, Entertainment Committee Lou McNett 387-5339

Archery Committee: Bill Killam 387-3350, Traphouse: Gary Granger 315-427-1162

Website of interest to MRC members; www.madriverclub.com, www.oswegocountyfederation.com, www.oswegcountysportsmensfoundation.com, www.nyscc.com

AFILIATED WITH

NEW YORK STATE CONSERVATION COUNCIL

MAD RIVER CLUB’S NEWSLETTER

November 2018

P.O BOX 171 PULASKI, NEW YORK 13142-0171

PHONE 315-387-5788

                                 CALENDAR 0F UPCOMING EVENTS:

                             Next Club Meeting: Friday, December 14th ( BOD mtg at 6:30, general mtg at 8:00)

                             Club Christmas Party will be December 8^th (see details below)

GENERAL MTG: Dick Palmer called the meeting off because we did not have enough people.

ON BEHALF OF THE MEMBERSHIP: The following individuals were placed on the 30-day review list: No meeting

The following individuals are moving to the permanent waiting list:

SICK AND AILING:

Kevin Irwin has passed away. Kevin was a long time member of the club and was the B&G chairperson for some time. He did a great job taking care of the clubhouse and the grounds. He was also the main person that got the traphouse up and running. Kevin will be missed by the club. Our prayers and condolences to Kevin’s family.

Ralph Gregory had surgery

On behalf of the membership we offer our condolences to the families of those that passed and ask for prayer for Kevin.

As a member learns of someone who is sick or someone has passed, please contact the following:

Brian Dano at 315-243-1994

Or: Leave message at 625-7331 with Charlene

Or: E-mail bdns@ymail.com

Or: E-mail c-dano@hotmail.com

Also, if any member knows of a deceased member from last year, please let the board know so we can get there names on the plaque in the clubhouse. Thank you.

VOLUNTEER NEEDED: I am stepping down as newsletter editor next year. If anyone is interested in taking over this position please contact me (Shawn Allen) or anyone on the board.

MRC WEBPAGE: A reminder to club members to subscribe to the webpage. There are no subscription fees. As a subscriber to the website you will automatically be sent an update message so you can be made aware of any club news updates. As I get information from the board between meetings I post it to the webpage.

MRC ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARTY: The party this year will be on December 8^th at the clubhouse.

The plan is to have hor’derves starting at noon with dinner being served at 1:00pm. The early start is to allow for possible weather issues. This will allow people to come in the daylight hours and return home before it gets dark. The dinner this year will be lasagna (homemade), Italian bread, and a tossed salad. We are asking people to bring a dessert to share. Everything else will be provided. Yes Santa will be there handing out gifts to the children. The Tabers are asking that reservations be made before November 19^th. They will need to know the number of adults and age and gender of the kids planning on coming so gifts can be bought. Please make your reservations by calling the Tabers at 315-387-3871.

Future new members: To help alleviate some of the problems regarding rules violations the BOD’s have decided that after January 1^st new members are to come to the board meeting at 7:30 on the night they are to receive their membership. This is to allow the board to explain some of the rules and expectations that come with club membership. This is meant to be a meet and greet with a chance for the new members to ask questions and meet the board.

Trap house: The list of people authorized to use the traphouse has been deleted. Gary Granger has said that because of some new equipment and rules regarding the traphouse, he wants himself or Jim Walker contacted before some one uses the traphouse going forward. The club has invested a considerable amount of money and effort into the trap set up so please respect this request. Please call 315-427-1162 to use the traphouse.

TRAP SCHEDULE for Friday evening trap shoots for the year:

The Mad River Club Trap Team has a Facebook page! Please look there for up to date news, when we are shooting, and other info on the progress of the Trap Team. Like/follow page and you will be informed of updates as they happen. If you are on Facebook search for ‘Mad River Club Trap Team’

Change of Address: If you have a change of address, phone number, or email please let the club know. You can contact the newsletter editor Shawn Allen or the Financial Secretary Rachael Pitkin. We have been having problems with being able to contact people.

REMEMBER TO HAVE WORKDAY CHAIRMAN SIGN THE WORKDAY BOOK TO ENSURE YOU GET CREDIT FOR YOUR WORKDAY.

CALL MIKE LANE FOR SECURITY WORKDAYS. DO NOT WAIT UNTIL FRIDAY NIGHT AND WANT TO DO A WORKDAY AS PEOPLE MAY ALREADY BE SCHEDULED.

CLASSIFIED ADS:

Bill Killam said he has an almost new Lone Wolf treestand he would like to sell. He said to call him and make a deal. 315-387-3350

Ken Creech has a Kenmore camp stove for cooking . It is a gas stove. He said $75.00. Call him at 732-431-1631

Newsletter Editor: Shawn Allen 315-343-2546, 315-591-3005 email kallen2@twcny.rr.com, Assistant Newsletter Editor vacant

Club Officers: President Dick Palmer 315-882-3295; 1^st VP Gary Crawford 315-559-4174, 2nd V.P. Lloyd Perkins; Treasurer Lori Venzendy 315-298-5804; Assist Treasurer Bruce Hahn 315-469-9349, Secretary Mark Bishop 288-4248; Financial Secretary Rachael Pitkin 315-783-5455, Assistant Financial Secretary Justin Maselli

Board Members: Jeffery Mosier 846-5612, Frank Hilliker 298-3004, Larry Yerdon 387-5140, Darien Brock 315-778-2680, Gary Daniels 488-5575, , Ralph Gregory 298-5171, Tim Howell 963-7330, Norm Draper 315-775-7218, Ken Creech 732-431-1631.

Committee Chairman: Building and Grounds Dale Macklen 315-387-5365, Camping Steve Casselbury 315-481-1496, Trails Tim Howell 963-7330 Work Day Dennis Kammers 315-437-0430, Security Mike Lane 315-558-0888, Entertainment Committee Lou McNett 387-5339

Archery Committee: Bill Killam 387-3350, Traphouse: Gary Granger 315-427-1162

Website of interest to MRC members; www.madriverclub.com, www.oswegocountyfederation.com, www.oswegcountysportsmensfoundation.com, www.nyscc.com

AFILIATED WITH

NEW YORK STATE CONSERVATION COUNCIL

MAD RIVER CLUB’S NEWSLETTER

October 2018

P.O BOX 171 PULASKI, NEW YORK 13142-0171

PHONE 315-387-5788

                                 CALENDAR 0F UPCOMING EVENTS:

                             Next Club Meeting: Friday, November 9th ( BOD mtg at 6:30, general mtg at 8:00)

                             Club Christmas Party will be December 8^th (see details below)

GENERAL MTG: Dick Palmer called the meeting to order at 8:05 pm..

ON BEHALF OF THE MEMBERSHIP: The following individuals were placed on the 30-day review list: Joseph Sacco sponsor Mike Lane, Chad LaRue sponsor Matt Rockefeller, Mason LaRue sponsor Matt Rockefeller, Christopher Sweet sponsor Darien Brock, Douglas Nichols sponsor Curtis Conklin, Richard Williams sponsor Don LaBarge, Dale McNitt sponsor Doug McNitt, Rick Schmitt sponsor Keith Reeder, William Fowler sponsor Chris Conway.

The following individuals are moving to the permanent waiting list: Todd Gosnell sponsor William Gould.

SICK AND AILING:

Kevin Irwin is having serious health issues involving aggressive cancer. Ken Creech said Kevin would be coming back for a visit sometime this month. Ken is planning some type of get together.

Lynn Palmer’s father passed away.

Richard Brock was ill and had a card sent

Ralph Gregory had surgery

On behalf of the membership we offer our condolences to the families of those that passed and ask for prayer for Kevin.

As a member learns of someone who is sick or someone has passed, please contact the following:

Brian Dano at 315-243-1994

Or: Leave message at 625-7331 with Charlene

Or: E-mail bdns@ymail.com

Or: E-mail c-dano@hotmail.com

Also, if any member knows of a deceased member from last year, please let the board know so we can get there names on the plaque in the clubhouse. Thank you.

BUDGET: The 2019 budget was voted on and passed by the membership

VOLUNTEER NEEDED: I am stepping down as newsletter editor next year. If anyone is interested in taking over this position please contact me (Shawn Allen) or anyone on the board.

MRC WEBPAGE: A reminder to club members to subscribe to the webpage. There are no subscription fees. As a subscriber to the website you will automatically be sent an update message so you can be made aware of any club news updates. As I get information from the board between meetings I post it to the webpage.

MRC ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARTY: The party this year will be on December 8^th at the clubhouse.

The plan is to have hor’derves starting at noon with dinner being served at 1:00pm. The early start is to allow for possible weather issues. This will allow people to come in the daylight hours and return home before it gets dark. The dinner this year will be lasagna (homemade), Italian bread, and a tossed salad. We are asking people to bring a dessert to share. Everything else will be provided. Yes Santa will be there handing out gifts to the children. The Tabers are asking that reservations be made before November 19^th. They will need to know the number of adults and age and gender of the kids planning on coming so gifts can be bought. Please make your reservations by calling the Tabers at 315-387-3871.

NEW YORK STATE CONSERVATION COUNCIL: The NYSCC is looking to bring on a professional fundraiser for 2019. But currently the council needs some emergency donations to help make it to 2019. Some of the things the council has worked on are big game hunting for kids starting at 14 years old and we are working to get that to 12. Saturday starts to the big game season. We keep working with the DEC to get repairs done to the Caledonia Hatchery and it looks like this might start.

Send donations to NYSCC 8 East Main Street, Illion, NY 13357-1899.

A message from Bill Gibson- NYSCC Legislative Vice President (retired)

In regards to our upcoming elections: “The name of the game is turnout. A look at past elections shows how a relatively small change in voter turnout can have a major impact on the election results and thus future legislation. And remember that sins once committed are not easily undone-think the SAFE Act. “

Future new members: To help alleviate some of the problems regarding rules violations the BOD’s have decided that after January 1^st new members are to come to the board meeting at 7:30 on the night they are to receive their membership. This is to allow the board to explain some of the rules and expectations that come with club membership. This is meant to be a meet and greet with a chance for the new members to ask questions and meet the board.

Trap house: The list of people authorized to use the traphouse has been deleted. Gary Granger has said that because of some new equipment and rules regarding the traphouse, he wants himself or Jim Walker contacted before some one uses the traphouse going forward. The club has invested a considerable amount of money and effort into the trap set up so please respect this request. Please call 315-427-1162 to use the traphouse.

TRAP SCHEDULE for Friday evening trap shoots for the year:
Schedule for Friday shoots. Normally (4:30pm to 7:30pm), Meeting nights we start at 4pm and break down early for the BOD meeting at 6:30pm.

The Mad River Club Trap Team has a Facebook page! Please look there for up to date news, when we are shooting, and other info on the progress of the Trap Team. Like/follow page and you will be informed of updates as they happen. If you are on Facebook search for ‘Mad River Club Trap Team’

Change of Address: If you have a change of address, phone number, or email please let the club know. You can contact the newsletter editor Shawn Allen or the Financial Secretary Rachael Pitkin. We have been having problems with being able to contact people.

Camp for Kids: Darien Brock said he has 4 kids set up for this year’s Camp for Kids, but needs people to send in their applications for next year.. The applications are excepted as first come first served so please get your applications in early. DEC camp for kids applications are posted on the website under “applications”. He has asked that people interested in this great opportunity, fill it out and send it to him. You can call Darien Brock at: 315-778-2680. His address is: 921 Franklin Street, Watertown, NY 13601

SHOOTING RANGE: Hunting season is almost here and many people are going to want to sight in there guns. Please be aware that this also coincides with bow season so if you are going to shoot make sure the red warning sign is not up and if you are bow hunting out back make sure you put the red flag up. Safety is the most important thing.

WORKDAYS: TIME TO GET A WORKDAY IN THIS YEAR IS RUNNING OUT SO PLEASE LOOK TO SEE IF YOU CAN GET ONE IN. REMEMBER IT’S A $200 FINE FOR MISSING A WORKDAY. Workdays for this year need to be in by November 1^st.

REMEMBER TO HAVE WORKDAY CHAIRMAN SIGN THE WORKDAY BOOK TO ENSURE YOU GET CREDIT FOR YOUR WORKDAY.

CALL MIKE LANE FOR SECURITY WORKDAYS. DO NOT WAIT UNTIL FRIDAY NIGHT AND WANT TO DO A WORKDAY AS PEOPLE MAY ALREADY BE SCHEDULED.

CLASSIFIED ADS:

Bill Killam said he has an almost new Lone Wolf treestand he would like to sell. He said to call him and make a deal. 315-387-3350

Ken Creech has a Kenmore camp stove for cooking . It is a gas stove. He said $75.00. Call him at 732-431-1631

Newsletter Editor: Shawn Allen 315-343-2546, 315-591-3005 email kallen2@twcny.rr.com, Assistant Newsletter Editor vacant

Club Officers: President Dick Palmer 315-882-3295; 1^st VP Gary Crawford 315-559-4174, 2nd V.P. Lloyd Perkins; Treasurer Lori Venzendy 315-298-5804; Assist Treasurer Bruce Hahn 315-469-9349, Secretary Mark Bishop 288-4248; Financial Secretary Rachael Pitkin 315-783-5455, Assistant Financial Secretary Justin Maselli

Board Members: Jeffery Mosier 846-5612, Frank Hilliker 298-3004, Larry Yerdon 387-5140, Darien Brock 315-778-2680, Gary Daniels 488-5575, , Ralph Gregory 298-5171, Tim Howell 963-7330, Norm Draper 315-775-7218, Ken Creech 732-431-1631.

Committee Chairman: Building and Grounds Dale Macklen 315-387-5365, Camping Steve Casselbury 315-481-1496, Trails Tim Howell 963-7330 Work Day Dennis Kammers 315-437-0430, Security Mike Lane 315-558-0888, Entertainment Committee Lou McNett 387-5339

Archery Committee: Bill Killam 387-3350, Traphouse: Gary Granger 315-427-1162

Website of interest to MRC members; www.madriverclub.com, www.oswegocountyfederation.com, www.oswegcountysportsmensfoundation.com, www.nyscc.com

AFILIATED WITH

NEW YORK STATE CONSERVATION COUNCIL

MAD RIVER CLUB’S NEWSLETTER

September 2018

P.O BOX 171 PULASKI, NEW YORK 13142-0171

PHONE 315-387-5788

                                 CALENDAR 0F UPCOMING EVENTS:

                             Next Club Meeting: Friday, October 12th ( BOD mtg at 6:30, general mtg at 8:00)

GENERAL MTG: Dick Palmer called the meeting to order at 8:11 pm. Dick announced that we did not have enough voting members for a quorum, therefore we could not vote on any motions.

ON BEHALF OF THE MEMBERSHIP: The following individuals were placed on the 30-day review list: We could not vote on new members because we did not have enough for a quorum.

The following individuals are moving to the permanent waiting list:

SICK AND AILING:

Kevin Irwin is having some health issues.

Rick Ackel a past member has passed away

Diane Graham wife of Samuel Graham passed away following an ATV accident.

On behalf of the membership we offer our condolences to the families of those that passed and ask for prayer for Kevin.

As a member learns of someone who is sick or someone has passed, please contact the following:

Brian Dano at 315-243-1994

Or: Leave message at 625-7331 with Charlene

Or: E-mail bdns@ymail.com

Or: E-mail c-dano@hotmail.com

Also, if any member knows of a deceased member from last year, please let the board know so we can get there names on the plaque in the clubhouse. Thank you.

GUN RAFFLE: Greg Maselli said all tickets were sold and guns are starting to go out. Awards for high ticket sales are:

Kevin Greene won a gun for selling over 30 tickets. This was done via random ticket pick.

Darien Brock was the high sales winner with 105 tickets sold.

Greg gave a big thanks to all people who helped out to make this a successful raffle event.

BUDGET: The 2019 budget was discussed at length to the members in attendance. This was a line item review of where the club money is going. We could not vote on the budget because we did not have a quorum so we need members to show up at the October meeting so we can vote on this budget.

ARCHERY: Bill Killam gave out his report and he said attendance was down this year. But it was a successful weekend. The following people won the archery raffles: The spinning pole: Anthony Pistol, Fly-fishing: Tony Cimilluca, Fishing bag: Lee Johnson, Turkey decoy: Jameson Morgia, Knife set: Bert Cowan, and the bow went to Bill Woodworth.

The following people put in many workdays to make this a success: Scott Collar 9 days, Ralph Gregory 9 days, Charlie Knauf 11 days, Tony Cimilluca 5 days, Brittany Cimilluca 4 days, Doug Haynes 3 days, Bell Draper 5 days, Norm Draper 5 days, Dale Macklen 4 days, Mike Akin 5 days, Aiden Regnelles 3 days, Tom Moore 3 days.

Overall Bill said 57 people from the club worked on the two shoots.

A big thanks to all who participated to make this a success.

MRC WEBPAGE: A reminder to club members to subscribe to the webpage. There are no subscription fees. As a subscriber to the website you will automatically be sent an update message so you can be made aware of any club news updates. As I get information from the board between meetings I post it to the webpage.

Future new members: To help alleviate some of the problems regarding rules violations the BOD’s have decided that after January 1^st new members are to come to the board meeting at 7:30 on the night they are to receive their membership. This is to allow the board to explain some of the rules and expectations that come with club membership. This is meant to be a meet and greet with a chance for the new members to ask questions and meet the board.

Trap house: The list of people authorized to use the traphouse has been deleted. Gary Granger has said that because of some new equipment and rules regarding the traphouse, he wants himself or Jim Walker contacted before some one uses the traphouse going forward. The club has invested a considerable amount of money and effort into the trap set up so please respect this request. Please call 315-427-1162 to use the traphouse.

TRAP SCHEDULE for Friday evening trap shoots for the year:
Schedule for Friday shoots. Normally (4:30pm to 7:30pm), Meeting nights we start at 4pm and break down early for the BOD meeting at 6:30pm.

The Mad River Club Trap Team has a Facebook page! Please look there for up to date news, when we are shooting, and other info on the progress of the Trap Team. Like/follow page and you will be informed of updates as they happen. If you are on Facebook search for ‘Mad River Club Trap Team’

Change of Address: If you have a change of address, phone number, or email please let the club know. You can contact the newsletter editor Shawn Allen or the Financial Secretary Rachael Pitkin. We have been having problems with being able to contact people.

Camp for Kids: Darien Brock said he has 4 kids set up for this year’s Camp for Kids, but needs people to send in their applications for next year.. The applications are excepted as first come first served so please get your applications in early. DEC camp for kids applications are posted on the website under “applications”. He has asked that people interested in this great opportunity, fill it out and send it to him. You can call Darien Brock at: 315-778-2680. His address is: 921 Franklin Street, Watertown, NY 13601

SHOOTING RANGE: Hunting season is almost here and many people are going to want to sight in there guns. Please be aware that this also coincides with bow season so if you are going to shoot make sure the red warning sign is not up and if you are bow hunting out back make sure you put the red flag up. Safety is the most important thing.

WORKDAYS: TIME TO GET A WORKDAY IN THIS YEAR IS RUNNING OUT SO PLEASE LOOK TO SEE IF YOU CAN GET ONE IN. REMEMBER IT’S A $200 FINE FOR MISSING A WORKDAY.

REMEMBER TO HAVE WORKDAY CHAIRMAN SIGN THE WORKDAY BOOK TO ENSURE YOU GET CREDIT FOR YOUR WORKDAY.

MOWING HELP IS NEEDED AT THE CLUB. DALE HAS NOT RECEIVED MANY CALLS TO HELP.

POSTING: If anyone is interested in posting southern tier property please contact Gary Crawford at

315-559-4174 or Bob Shelmindine.

TIM HOWELL WILL HAVE PLENTY OF ROADS AND TRAIL WORK AS THERE ARE MANY DOWNED TREES ON THE TRAILS.

GARY GRANGER SAID HE COULD USE HELP WITH THE TRAP RANGE

CALL MIKE LANE FOR SECURITY WORKDAYS. DO NOT WAIT UNTIL FRIDAY NIGHT AND WANT TO DO A WORKDAY AS PEOPLE MAY ALREADY BE SCHEDULED.

OTHER ISSUES:

Dale Macklen reported that over $70 worth of sausage was taken out of the clubhouse sometime around the time of the bow shoot. As members we should not tolerate this type of behavior.

Lost: I lost a small silver toolbox on camp road 1 by camp 1. It had my chainsaw tools in it. If anyone found it I would appreciate getting it back. My number is below under newsletter editor. Thanks.

CLASSIFIED ADS:

Bill Killam said he has an almost new Lone Wolf treestand he would like to sell. He said to call him and make a deal. 315-387-3350

Ken Creech has a Kenmore camp stove for cooking . It is a gas stove. He said $75.00. Call him at 732-431-1631

Newsletter Editor: Shawn Allen 315-343-2546, 315-591-3005 email kallen2@twcny.rr.com, Assistant Newsletter Editor vacant

Club Officers: President Dick Palmer 315-882-3295; 1^st VP Gary Crawford 315-559-4174, 2nd V.P. Lloyd Perkins; Treasurer Lori Venzendy 315-298-5804; Assist Treasurer Bruce Hahn 315-469-9349, Secretary Mark Bishop 288-4248; Financial Secretary Rachael Pitkin 315-783-5455, Assistant Financial Secretary Justin Maselli

Board Members: Jeffery Mosier 846-5612, Frank Hilliker 298-3004, Larry Yerdon 387-5140, Darien Brock 315-778-2680, Gary Daniels 488-5575, , Ralph Gregory 298-5171, Tim Howell 963-7330, Norm Draper 315-775-7218, Ken Creech 732-431-1631.

Committee Chairman: Building and Grounds Dale Macklen 315-387-5365, Camping Steve Casselbury 315-481-1496, Trails Tim Howell 963-7330 Work Day Dennis Kammers 315-437-0430, Security Mike Lane 315-558-0888, Entertainment Committee Lou McNett 387-5339

Archery Committee: Bill Killam 387-3350, Traphouse: Gary Granger 315-427-1162

Website of interest to MRC members; www.madriverclub.com, www.oswegocountyfederation.com, www.oswegcountysportsmensfoundation.com, www.nyscc.com

AFILIATED WITH

NEW YORK STATE CONSERVATION COUNCIL

MAD RIVER CLUB’S NEWSLETTER

August 2018

P.O BOX 171 PULASKI, NEW YORK 13142-0171

PHONE 315-387-5788

                                 CALENDAR 0F UPCOMING EVENTS:

                             Next Club Meeting: Friday, September 14th ( BOD mtg at 6:30, general mtg 8:00)

                             Bow Shoot in August on 17^th, 18th, 19^th

                             MRC Budget meeting, Thursday, September 6^th at 6pm (at clubhouse)

                             Sportsman Dinner on September 20^th (details below)

The meeting was called to order by Gary Crawford at 8:00pm.

ON BEHALF OF THE MEMBERS

The following individuals were placed on the 30-day review list: Todd Gosnell sponsor William Gould

The following individuals are moving to the permanent waiting list: Jayson Jones sponsor Greg Maselli, Matthew Carr sponsor Doug Carr, Michelle Quintana sponsor Duane Cole, Robert Johnson sponsor James Johnson, Harold Sullivan sponsor Verne Green, Mike McAliney sponsor Charles Knauf, and Ben Carroll sponsor William Gould.

SICK AND AILING:

George Hodge had knee surgery

30yr member Gary Diriwachter passed away. The club sends our condolences to the family.

As a member learns of someone who is sick or someone has passed, please contact the following:

Brian Dano at 315-243-1994

Or: Leave message at 625-7331 with Charlene

Or: E-mail bdns@ymail.com

Or: E-mail c-dano@hotmail.com

Also, if any member knows of a deceased member from last year, please let the board know so we can get there names on the plaque in the clubhouse. Thank you.

GUN RAFFLE: Welcome to the Mad River Club 2018 Gun Raffle. We thank you for your participation in this club fundraiser. The drawings will begin September 1^st, 2018. Tickets are available now and will be handed out at the club meetings. Please return all ticket stubs with check by the 21^st of August 2018. Mail to:         Madriver Club

P.O Box 329

Baldwinsville, NY, 13027

Tickets and money can also be turned in at the June, July and August regular club meetings. Members with ticket sales of (30) or more will be entered in an independent drawing at the September club meeting for a chance to win a Mossberg Patriot Rifle Blued/Synthetic in your choice of caliber, (223, 243, 270, 308, 22-250, 300 WM, 30-06, 7MM08) Also, as implemented last year, all members with sales of (30) or more tickets will receive credit for a workday. We will also be awarding the member with the highest number of tickets sold a $250.00 gift card to Sharpshooters. If there is a tie the money will be split accordingly. Thanks again for your participation. Questions or concerns can be emailed to

gmaselli@comfortsystemsusa.com or call 315-952-1624.

NOTICE: ANY UNSOLD TICKETS CAN BE BROUGHT TO THE BOW SHOOT SO WE CAN TRY TO SELL THEM THERE.

DEDICATIONS:

Craig and Dan Norton donated the wood and built the new front steps to the clubhouse: they would like to dedicate the new steps to Ernest Norton.

The pole barn is being dedicated to life member George Lane

ANNUAL AWARDS: The annual awards were given out at the family picnic with the following people receiving awards;

Steve Corsett was awarded the Sharpshooter Award

Mark Bishop was awarded the Sportsmen Award

Dave and Charlene Dano were awarded the family Award

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE AWARD WINNERS

MRC WEBPAGE: A reminder to club members to subscribe to the webpage. There are no subscription fees. As a subscriber to the website you will automatically be sent an update message so you can be made aware of any club news updates. As I get information from the board between meetings I post it to the webpage.

Future new members: To help alleviate some of the problems regarding rules violations the BOD’s have decided that after January 1^st new members are to come to the board meeting at 7:30 on the night they are to receive their membership. This is to allow the board to explain some of the rules and expectations that come with club membership. This is meant to be a meet and greet with a chance for the new members to ask questions and meet the board.

Trap house: The list of people authorized to use the traphouse has been deleted. Gary Granger has said that because of some new equipment and rules regarding the traphouse, he wants himself or Jim Walker contacted before some one uses the traphouse going forward. The club has invested a considerable amount of money and effort into the trap set up so please respect this request. Please call 315-427-1162 to use the traphouse.

TRAP SCHEDULE for Friday evening trap shoots for the year:
> Schedule for Friday shoots. Normally (4:30pm to 7:30pm), Meeting nights we start at 4pm and break down early for the BOD meeting at 6:30pm.

> Aug 24
> Aug 31
> Sept 7
> Sept 14
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> Thanks,Gary

The Mad River Club Trap Team has a Facebook page! Please look there for up to date news, when we are shooting, and other info on the progress of the Trap Team. Like/follow page and you will be informed of updates as they happen. If you are on Facebook search for ‘Mad River Club Trap Team’

SPORTSMENS DINNER; The Sportsmens Dinner will be held on Thursday, September 20^th at Drivers Village in the Conference Center. The address is 5885 Circle Drive, E. Cicero. Doors open at 4pm with a silent auction starting at 4pm. Dinner will be at 6pm. Tickets are $20.00 per person. You can get tickets by going to TGPONLINE.ORG/EVENTS.

Change of Address: If you have a change of address, phone number, or email please let the club know. You can contact the newsletter editor Shawn Allen or the Financial Secretary Rachael Pitkin. We have been having problems with being able to contact people.

Camp for Kids: Darien Brock said he has 4 kids set up for this year’s Camp for Kids, but needs people to send in their applications for next year.. The applications are excepted as first come first served so please get your applications in early. DEC camp for kids applications are posted on the website under “applications”. He has asked that people interested in this great opportunity, fill it out and send it to him. You can call Darien Brock at: 315-778-2680. His address is: 921 Franklin Street, Watertown, NY 13601

SHOOTING RANGE: Now that decent weather is here, more people are using the shooting range. Please be aware of range rules and pay attention to the RED FLAG. IF THE RED FLAG IS UP IT MEANS SOMEONE IS OUTBACK OF THE RANGE. DO NOT SHOOT WHEN THE FLAG IS UP.

WORKDAYS: THERE ARE MANY OPPORTUNITIES TO GET YOUR WORKDAY IN PLEASE HELP OUT WHEN YOU CAN

REMEMBER TO HAVE WORKDAY CHAIRMAN SIGN THE WORKDAY BOOK TO ENSURE YOU GET CREDIT FOR YOUR WORKDAY.

MOWING HELP IS NEEDED AT THE CLUB. DALE HAS NOT RECEIVED MANY CALLS TO HELP.

B&G Chairman Dale Macklen said he will be looking for people to parge the basement walls on the outside of the clubhouse and do some brush cutting around the area this spring. Also, DALE NEEDS PEOPLE TO CLEAN THE PAVILLION AND GET IT READY FOR SUMMER. CALL DALE MACKLEN FOR KEYS TO THE PAVILLION IF YOU DON’T HAVE THEM.

POSTING: If anyone is interested in posting southern tier property please contact Gary Crawford at

315-559-4174 or Bob Shelmindine.

TIM HOWELL WILL HAVE PLENTY OF ROADS AND TRAIL WORK AS THERE ARE MANY DOWNED TREES ON THE TRAILS.

GARY GRANGER SAID HE COULD USE HELP WITH THE TRAP RANGE

CALL MIKE LANE OR JOHN MALINOWSKI FOR SECURITY WORKDAYS. DO NOT WAIT UNTIL FRIDAY NIGHT AND WANT TO DO A WORKDAY AS PEOPLE MAY ALREADY BE SCHEDULED.

HUNTER SAFETY COURSE: There will be a hunter safety course at the clubhouse on August 25^th. Please go online to register and to complete the homework associated with this course prior to attending the course.

REMINDER NOTICE TO MEMBERS:

THE WEATHER HAS BEEN PRETTY DRY AND WE CANNOT LEAVE CAMFIRES UNATTENDED. A MEMBER FOUND A CAMFIRE BURNING WITH NO ONE AROUND SO THEY PUT IT OUT

GLAN AVE IS CLOSED UNTIL LOGGING OPERTIONS ARE COMPLETE

NO FIRE WOOD IS TO BE BROUGHT ONTO THE PROPERTY PER LANDOWNER REQUEST, THERE IS CONCERN ABOUT THE ASH BORER BEETLE.

CLASSIFIED ADS:

Bill Killam said he has an almost new Lone Wolf treestand he would like to sell. He said to call him and make a deal. 315-387-3350

Ken Creech has a Kenmore camp stove for cooking . It is a gas stove. He said $75.00. Call him at 732-431-1631

Ken Creech is looking for people that may want to go on a fishing charter in August. This would be a 4 person charter. Call Ken at 732-431-1631

John Malinowski has the following items for sale, phone number 315-657-7780;

• A S&W Model 586 with 6” barrel, VGC, 4 speed loaders, Pachmayr grips, tactical holster, a couple of 100 rounds in both 38 spcl and 357. Asking $600.00
• Maverick Tactical Pump Shotgun (new) with flashlight mount, all black. Asking $150.00
• Ruger 1022 on custom stock, with LED Scope, have OEM stock also, Asking $175.00
• Prowler bunkhouse 30ft trailer. VGC, electric jack, 2 bdrm, kitchen, bath, awning. It books for $8000.00 trade-in value please make reasonable offer.

Newsletter Editor: Shawn Allen 315-343-2546, 315-591-3005 email kallen2@twcny.rr.com, Assistant Newsletter Editor vacant

Club Officers: President Dick Palmer 315-882-3295; 1^st VP Gary Crawford 315-559-4174, 2nd V.P. Kelly Perkins; Treasurer Lori Venzendy 315-298-5804; Assist Treasurer Bruce Hahn 315-469-9349, Secretary Mark Bishop 288-4248; Financial Secretary Rachael Pitkin 315-783-5455, Assistant Financial Secretary Justin Maselli

Board Members: Jeffery Mosier 846-5612, Frank Hilliker 298-3004, Larry Yerdon 387-5140, Darien Brock 315-778-2680, Gary Daniels 488-5575, , Ralph Gregory 298-5171, Tim Howell 963-7330, Norm Draper 315-775-7218, Ken Creech 732-431-1631.

Committee Chairman: Building and Grounds Dale Macklen 315-387-5365, Camping Steve Casselbury 315-481-1496, Trails Tim Howell 963-7330 Work Day Dennis Kammers 315-437-0430, Security John Malinowski 315-657-7780 or Mike Lane 315-558-0888, Entertainment Committee Lou McNett 387-5339

Archery Committee: Bill Killam 387-3350, Traphouse: Gary Granger 315-427-1162

Website of interest to MRC members; www.madriverclub.com, www.oswegocountyfederation.com, www.oswegcountysportsmensfoundation.com, www.nyscc.com

AFILIATED WITH

NEW YORK STATE CONSERVATION COUNCIL

MAD RIVER CLUB’S NEWSLETTER

July 2018

P.O BOX 171 PULASKI, NEW YORK 13142-0171

PHONE 315-387-5788

                                 CALENDAR 0F UPCOMING EVENTS:

                             Next Club Meeting: Friday, August 10th ( BOD mtg at 6:30, general mtg at 8:00)

                             Annual MRC 3-D bow shoot will be July 20, 21, 22

                             Annual Family Picnic will be July 29^th

                                             Roads and Trails workday: August 4th

                              Bow Shoot in August on 17^th, 18th, 19th

GENERAL MTG: Dick Palmer called the meeting to order at 8:06 pm.

ON BEHALF OF THE MEMBERSHIP: The following individuals were placed on the 30-day review list: Jayson Jones sponsor Greg Maselli, Matthew Carr sponsor Doug Carr, Michelle Quintana sponsor Duane Cole, Robert Johnson sponsor James Johnson, Harold Sullivan sponsor Verne Green, Mike McAliney sponsor Charles Knauf, and Ben Carroll sponsor William Gould.

The following individuals are moving to the permanent waiting list: Kamarie Perkins sponsor Kelly Perkins, Keith Snyder sponsor John Pelton, Joseph Gupla sponsor Doug Carr, Mike Mcaliney sponsor Charles Knauf, Ben Carroll sponsor William Gould, Ronald Melia sponsor Stanley Wuest, Kimberly Burch sponsor Bill Demass, Charlie Van Dyke sponsor Jack Carroll, Gary Groff sponsor John Pelton, and Jeffery Eller sponsor Nate Eller.

SICK AND AILING:

Dave Dano had hip revision surgery and is doing better

Donald Smith had quadruple bypass surgery

Dave Iauco’s wife had pacemaker implanted

As a member learns of someone who is sick or someone has passed, please contact the following:

Brian Dano at 315-243-1994

Or: Leave message at 625-7331 with Charlene

Or: E-mail bdns@ymail.com

Or: E-mail c-dano@hotmail.com

Also, if any member knows of a deceased member from last year, please let the board know so we can get there names on the plaque in the clubhouse. Thank you.

ANNUAL BOW SHOOT: The Annual Bow shoot is coming up on July 20,21,22. This is a major fundraiser for the club. Last year we had over 100 people shooting for this event. Bill Killam is the chairperson for this event and he has had shoulder surgery so he really needs help this year. He said he really needs help Friday night setting up targets and getting the range setup. Please call Bill if you can help at 315-387-3350. Remember this is a major family event for the club and we will have vendors and the kitchen will be open. There are 40 targets and registration is from 8am to 10am. Registration fee is $20.00 for adults and teens and $5.00 for cubs. 50/50 drawing each day with raffles and drawings each day. Dry camping is available.

GUN RAFFLE: Welcome to the Mad River Club 2018 Gun Raffle. We thank you for your participation in this club fundraiser. The drawings will begin September 1^st, 2018. Tickets are available now and will be handed out at the club meetings. Please return all ticket stubs with check by the 21^st of August 2018. Mail to:         Madriver Club

P.O Box 329

Baldwinsville, NY, 13027

Tickets and money can also be turned in at the June, July and August regular club meetings. Members with ticket sales of (30) or more will be entered in an independent drawing at the September club meeting for a chance to win a Mossberg Patriot Rifle Blued/Synthetic in your choice of caliber, (223, 243, 270, 308, 22-250, 300 WM, 30-06, 7MM08) Also, as implemented last year, all members with sales of (30) or more tickets will receive credit for a workday. We will also be awarding the member with the highest number of tickets sold a $250.00 gift card to Sharpshooters. If there is a tie the money will be split accordingly. Thanks again for your participation. Questions or concerns can be emailed to

gmaselli@comfortsystemsusa.com or call 315-952-1624.

NOTICE: ANY UNSOLD TICKETS CAN BE BROUGHT TO THE BOW SHOOT SO WE CAN TRY TO SELL THEM THERE.

2018 MRC FAMILY PICNIC: This years family picnic will held on Sunday, July 29^th. The plans are to have a morning trap shoot and then food and games in the afternoon. The food was great last year and will be just as great this year. Darien Brock who is running this event is asking for help in the kitchen and running the games for the adults and kids. Donations are needed for raffle items. People helping in the kitchen will only be asked to work ½ day so they can be with their families at the picnic. Darien is planning a workday on Saturday, July 28^th to help set up for the picnic. Darien is asking that people make reservations for this picnic so he can make sure there will be enough food. Reservations have started and Darien is looking for the number of adults and the number, age, and gender of children attending so proper prizes can be obtained. Please have your reservations in by July 21^st. To make reservations or sign up for a workday, please call Darien Brock at 315-778-2680 or he said you can text him.

You can bring a desert to pass and Darien said there would be a donation box.

2018 MRC ANNUAL KIDS TROUT DERBY: Joe Iauco said he had 10 kids show up and they caught 19 trout. The $100.00 winner was Nathan Hartranft for the biggest fish.

MRC WEBPAGE: A reminder to club members to subscribe to the webpage. There are no subscription fees. As a subscriber to the website you will automatically be sent an update message so you can be made aware of any club news updates. As I get information from the board between meetings I post it to the webpage.

IMPORTANT RULES AND REGS CHANGE CONCERNING 4 WHEELERS:

Under Section 18 paragraph C the following will now be the rules concerning 4 wheeler usage on the club property:

1. Each member may have one ATV with One guest with one ATV. A Members spouse may have one ATV with one guest with one ATV. Also, a member may have two more ATV’s with Board approval and notification to the MRC security team from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day. (proposed and approved 4-13-2018)

ALONG WITH THIS RULE CHANGE REMEMBER THAT THE GLAN AVE BRIDGE MUST BE USED BY ALL 4 WHEELERS. DO NOT CROSS THE STREAM WITH A WHEELER PER LANDOWNER REQUEST. PEOPLE HAVE BEEN RACING THROUGH THE WATER WHICH UPSETS THE STREAM BED. PERSONNEL VEHICLES CAN BE USED TO CROSS BY GOING SLOW.

SECURITY CHANGES FOR THE PROPERTY: Woodwise is requiring all vehicles have a blue Woodwise sticker on their vehicles. This includes 4 wheelers, UTVs and personnel vehicles. Security chairmen Mike Lane and John Malinowski said if you cannot make a meeting to get the stickers then you can send them a Self Addressed Stamped Envelope (SASE) to either of the following addresses and they would be mailed to you. Please note: you must include a copy of the vehicles registration along with the SASE to receive a sticker:

John Malinowski                                       Michael Lane

211 Old Cove Rd                                       3288 Pioneer Rd

Liverpool, NY 13090                                Lafayette, NY 13084

SECURITY REMINDER: The Pete Mattison trail is a private road. MRC members are not to run this road

Future new members: To help alleviate some of the problems regarding rules violations the BOD’s have decided that after January 1^st new members are to come to the board meeting at 7:30 on the night they are to receive their membership. This is to allow the board to explain some of the rules and expectations that come with club membership. This is meant to be a meet and greet with a chance for the new members to ask questions and meet the board.

Trap house: The list of people authorized to use the traphouse has been deleted. Gary Granger has said that because of some new equipment and rules regarding the traphouse, he wants himself or Jim Walker contacted before some one uses the traphouse going forward. The club has invested a considerable amount of money and effort into the trap set up so please respect this request. Please call 315-427-1162 to use the traphouse.

TRAP SCHEDULE for Friday evening trap shoots for the year:
> Schedule for Friday shoots. Normally (4:30pm to 7:30pm), Meeting nights we start at 4pm and break down early for the BOD meeting at 6:30pm.

> July 27 – No Shoot
> Aug 3 – No shoot
> Aug 10
> Aug 17 – No Shoot
> Aug 24
> Aug 31
> Sept 7
> Sept 14
>
> Thanks,Gary

The Mad River Club Trap Team has a Facebook page! Please look there for up to date news, when we are shooting, and other info on the progress of the Trap Team. Like/follow page and you will be informed of updates as they happen. If you are on Facebook search for ‘Mad River Club Trap Team’

Change of Address: If you have a change of address, phone number, or email please let the club know. You can contact the newsletter editor Shawn Allen or the Financial Secretary Rachael Pitkin. We have been having problems with being able to contact people.

Camp for Kids: Darien Brock said he has 4 kids set up for this year’s Camp for Kids, but needs people to send in their applications for next year.. The applications are excepted as first come first served so please get your applications in early. DEC camp for kids applications are posted on the website under “applications”. He has asked that people interested in this great opportunity, fill it out and send it to him. You can call Darien Brock at: 315-778-2680. His address is: 921 Franklin Street, Watertown, NY 13601

SHOOTING RANGE: Now that decent weather is here, more people are using the shooting range. Please be aware of range rules and pay attention to the RED FLAG. IF THE RED FLAG IS UP IT MEANS SOMEONE IS OUTBACK OF THE RANGE. DO NOT SHOOT WHEN THE FLAG IS UP.

WORKDAYS: THERE ARE MANY OPPORTUNITIES TO GET YOUR WORKDAY IN PLEASE HELP OUT WHEN YOU CAN

ROADS AND TRAILS WORKDAY SCHECULED FOR AUGUST 4^TH. MEET AT LITTLE JOHN BRIDGE AT 9:00AM. ANY QUESTIONS CALL TIM HOWELL 315-963-7330

DALE MACKLEN NEEDS PEOPLE TO CLEAN THE PAVILION KITCHEN IN PREPARTION FOR THE ARCHERY SHOOT. PLEASE CALL DALE 315-387-5365 FOR KEYS TO THE KITCHEN

REMEMBER TO HAVE WORKDAY CHAIRMAN SIGN THE WORKDAY BOOK TO ENSURE YOU GET CREDIT FOR YOUR WORKDAY.

MOWING HELP IS NEEDED AT THE CLUB. DALE HAS NOT RECEIVED MANY CALLS TO HELP.

DARIEN BROCK NEEDS HELP DURING THE FAMILY PICNIC

BILL KILLAM IS HAVING SHOULDER SURGERY SO HE IS GOING TO NEED LOTS OF HELP TO GET THE ARCHERY SHOOT READY. THIS IS A HUGE MONEY MAKER FOR THE CLUB SO PLEASE CALL BILL TO MAKE ARRANGEMENTS TO HELP

B&G Chairman Dale Macklen said he will be looking for people to parge the basement walls on the outside of the clubhouse and do some brush cutting around the area this spring. Also, DALE NEEDS PEOPLE TO CLEAN THE PAVILLION AND GET IT READY FOR SUMMER. CALL DALE MACKLEN FOR KEYS TO THE PAVILLION IF YOU DON’T HAVE THEM.

POSTING: If anyone is interested in posting southern tier property please contact Gary Crawford at

315-559-4174 or Bob Shelmindine.

TIM HOWELL WILL HAVE PLENTY OF ROADS AND TRAIL WORK AS THERE ARE MANY DOWNED TREES ON THE TRAILS.

GARY GRANGER SAID HE COULD USE HELP WITH THE TRAP RANGE

CALL MIKE LANE OR JOHN MALINOWSKI FOR SECURITY WORKDAYS. DO NOT WAIT UNTIL FRIDAY NIGHT AND WANT TO DO A WORKDAY AS PEOPLE MAY ALREADY BE SCHEDULED.

HUNTER SAFETY COURSE: There will be a hunter safety course at the clubhouse on August 25^th. Please go online to register and to complete the homework associated with this course prior to attending the course.

REMINDER NOTICE TO MEMBERS:

THE WEATHER HAS BEEN PRETTY DRY AND WE CANNOT LEAVE CAMFIRES UNATTENDED. A MEMBER FOUND A CAMFIRE BURNING WITH NO ONE AROUND SO THEY PUT IT OUT

GLAN AVE IS CLOSED UNTIL LOGGING OPERTIONS ARE COMPLETE

NO FIRE WOOD IS TO BE BROUGHT ONTO THE PROPERTY PER LANDOWNER REQUEST, THERE IS CONCERN ABOUT THE ASH BORER BEETLE.

OSWEGO COUNTY FAIR IS AUGUST 8^TH THORUGH THE 12^TH. IF YOU CAN MAN A BOOTH AND HELP SELL RAFFLE TICKETS THAT WOULD BE GREAT. CALL BILL KILLAM 315-387-3350

CLASSIFIED ADS:

Bill Killam said he has an almost new Lone Wolf treestand he would like to sell. He said to call him and make a deal. 315-387-3350

Ken Creech has a Kenmore camp stove for cooking . It is a gas stove. He said $75.00. Call him at 732-431-1631

Ken Creech is looking for people that may want to go on a fishing charter in August. This would be a 4 person charter. Call Ken at 732-431-1631

Newsletter Editor: Shawn Allen 315-343-2546, 315-591-3005 email kallen2@twcny.rr.com, Assistant Newsletter Editor vacant

Club Officers: President Dick Palmer 315-882-3295; 1^st VP Gary Crawford 315-559-4174, 2nd V.P. Lloyd Perkins; Treasurer Lori Venzendy 315-298-5804; Assist Treasurer Bruce Hahn 315-469-9349, Secretary Mark Bishop 288-4248; Financial Secretary Rachael Pitkin 315-783-5455, Assistant Financial Secretary Justin Maselli

Board Members: Jeffery Mosier 846-5612, Frank Hilliker 298-3004, Larry Yerdon 387-5140, Darien Brock 315-778-2680, Gary Daniels 488-5575, , Ralph Gregory 298-5171, Tim Howell 963-7330, Norm Draper 315-775-7218, Ken Creech 732-431-1631.

Committee Chairman: Building and Grounds Dale Macklen 315-387-5365, Camping Steve Casselbury 315-481-1496, Trails Tim Howell 963-7330 Work Day Dennis Kammers 315-437-0430, Security John Malinowski 315-657-7780 or Mike Lane 315-558-0888, Entertainment Committee Lou McNett 387-5339

Archery Committee: Bill Killam 387-3350, Traphouse: Gary Granger 315-427-1162

Website of interest to MRC members; www.madriverclub.com, www.oswegocountyfederation.com, www.oswegcountysportsmensfoundation.com, www.nyscc.com

AFILIATED WITH

NEW YORK STATE CONSERVATION COUNCIL

MAD RIVER CLUB’S NEWSLETTER

JUNE 2018

P.O BOX 171 PULASKI, NEW YORK 13142-0171

PHONE 315-387-5788

                                 CALENDAR 0F UPCOMING EVENTS:

                             Next Club Meeting: Friday, July 13th ( BOD mtg at 6:30, general mtg at 8:00)

                             Annual Trout derby will be June 30^th

                             Annual MRC 3-D bow shoot will be July 20, 21, 22

                             Annual Family Picnic will be July 29^th

                              Bow Shoot in August on 17^th, 18th, 19th

GENERAL MTG: Dick Palmer called the meeting to order at 8:06 pm.

ON BEHALF OF THE MEMBERSHIP: The following individuals were placed on the 30-day review list: Kamarie Perkins sponsor Kelly Perkins, Keith Snyder sponsor John Pelton, Joseph Gupla sponsor Doug Carr, Mike Mcaliney sponsor Charles Knauf, Ben Carroll sponsor William Gould, Ronald Melia sponsor Stanley Wuest, Kimberly Burch sponsor Bill Demass, Charlie Van Dyke sponsor Jack Carroll, Gary Groff sponsor John Pelton, and Jeffery Eller sponsor Nate Eller.

The following individuals are moving to the permanent waiting list: Bill Crocker sponsor Danny Robbins, Dean Campbell sponsor Jimmy Walker, Edward Loveridge sponsor Andrew Green, David Vigliotti sponsor Doug Carr, Jeremy Parker sponsor Steve Casselbury, Adam Wheeler sponsor Sean Corcoran, Ronald Wheeler sponsor Sean Corcoran, Todd Petrie sponsor Frank Ives, John Mercer sponsor John Quinn, Karl Seckner sponsor Bryan Mitchell, Barry Stafford sponsor Tim Ridgeway

SICK AND AILING:

Dave Dano needed a blood transfusion and is still not feeling well

Donald Smith had quadruple bypass surgery

Kevin Irwin is having some heart issues

Bill Killam is having shoulder surgery

As a member learns of someone who is sick or someone has passed, please contact the following:

Brian Dano at 315-243-1994

Or: Leave message at 625-7331 with Charlene

Or: E-mail bdns@ymail.com

Or: E-mail c-dano@hotmail.com

Also, if any member knows of a deceased member from last year, please let the board know so we can get there names on the plaque in the clubhouse. Thank you.

GUN RAFFLE: Welcome to the Mad River Club 2018 Gun Raffle. We thank you for your participation in this club fundraiser. The drawings will begin September 1^st, 2018. Tickets are available now and will be handed out at the club meetings. Please return all ticket stubs with check by the 21^st of August 2018. Mail to:         Madriver Club

P.O Box 329

Baldwinsville, NY, 13027

Tickets and money can also be turned in at the June, July and August regular club meetings. Members with ticket sales of (30) or more will be entered in an independent drawing at the September club meeting for a chance to win a Mossberg Patriot Rifle Blued/Synthetic in your choice of caliber, (223, 243, 270, 308, 22-250, 300 WM, 30-06, 7MM08) Also, as implemented last year, all members with sales of (30) or more tickets will receive credit for a workday. We will also be awarding the member with the highest number of tickets sold a $250.00 gift card to Sharpshooters. If there is a tie the money will be split accordingly. Thanks again for your participation. Questions or concerns can be emailed to

gmaselli@comfortsystemsusa.com or call 315-952-1624.

2018 MRC FAMILY PICNIC: This years family picnic will held on Sunday, July 29^th. The plans are to have a morning trap shoot and then food and games in the afternoon. The food was great last year and will be just as great this year. Darien Brock who is running this event is asking for help in the kitchen and running the games for the adults and kids. Donations are needed for raffle items. People helping in the kitchen will only be asked to work ½ day so they can be with their families at the picnic. Darien is planning a workday on Saturday, July 28^th to help set up for the picnic. Darien is asking that people make reservations for this picnic so he can make sure there will be enough food. Reservations have started and Darien is looking for the number of adults and the number, age, and gender of children attending so proper prizes can be obtained. Please have your reservations in by July 21^st. To make reservations or sign up for a workday, please call Darien Brock at 315-778-2680 or he said you can text him.

2018 MRC ANNUAL KIDS TROUT DERBY: This year’s derby will be held on Saturday, June 30^th. There is no registration on the day of the event, just go and fish and be back at the clubhouse between 12 and 12:30 for measuring and weigh-in. Lunch and beverages will be provided at the clubhouse. This year Woodwise has donated a $100.00 to the winner for biggest fish. All kids 16 and under will have a prize. Remember, Woodwise has donated money to stock the river this year. Stocking will take place on May 23^rd so the chances for fish will be a little better this year. This is a great event for the kids. If you have any questions you can call Joe Iauco at 315-487-7193.

MRC WEBPAGE: A reminder to club members to subscribe to the webpage. There are no subscription fees. As a subscriber to the website you will automatically be sent an update message so you can be made aware of any club news updates. As I get information from the board between meetings I post it to the webpage.

IMPORTANT RULES AND REGS CHANGE CONCERNING 4 WHEELERS:

Under Section 18 paragraph C the following will now be the rules concerning 4 wheeler usage on the club property:

1. Each member may have one ATV with One guest with one ATV. A Members spouse may have one ATV with one guest with one ATV. Also, a member may have two more ATV’s with Board approval and notification to the MRC security team from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day. (proposed and approved 4-13-2018)

ALONG WITH THIS RULE CHANGE REMEMBER THAT THE GLAN AVE BRIDGE MUST BE USED BY ALL 4 WHEELERS. DO NOT CROSS THE STREAM WITH A WHEELER PER LANDOWNER REQUEST. PEOPLE HAVE BEEN RACING THROUGH THE WATER WHICH UPSETS THE STREAM BED. PERSONNEL VEHICLES CAN BE USED TO CROSS BY GOING SLOW.

SECURITY CHANGES FOR THE PROPERTY: Woodwise is requiring all vehicles have a blue Woodwise sticker on their vehicles. This includes 4 wheelers, UTVs and personnel vehicles. Security chairmen Mike Lane and John Malinowski said if you cannot make a meeting to get the stickers then you can send them a Self Addressed Stamped Envelope (SASE) to either of the following addresses and they would be mailed to you. Please note: you must include a copy of the vehicles registration along with the SASE to receive a sticker:

John Malinowski                                       Michael Lane

211 Old Cove Rd                                        3288 Pioneer Rd

Liverpool, NY 13090                                 Lafayette, NY 13084

SECURITY REMINDER: The Pete Mattison trail is a private road. MRC members are not to run this road

Future new members: To help alleviate some of the problems regarding rules violations the BOD’s have decided that after January 1^st new members are to come to the board meeting at 7:30 on the night they are to receive their membership. This is to allow the board to explain some of the rules and expectations that come with club membership. This is meant to be a meet and greet with a chance for the new members to ask questions and meet the board.

Trap house: The list of people authorized to use the traphouse has been deleted. Gary Granger has said that because of some new equipment and rules regarding the traphouse, he wants himself or Jim Walker contacted before some one uses the traphouse going forward. The club has invested a considerable amount of money and effort into the trap set up so please respect this request. Please call 315-427-1162 to use the traphouse.

TRAP SCHEDULE for Friday evening trap shoots for the year:
> Schedule for Friday shoots. Normally (4:30pm to 7:30pm), Meeting nights we start at 4pm and break down early for the BOD meeting at 6:30pm.
> May 4
> May 11
> May 18
> May 25 – No Shoot
> June 1
> June 8
> June 15
> June 22
> June 29
> July 6
> July 13
> July 20 – No Shoot
> July 27 – No Shoot
> Aug 3 – No shoot
> Aug 10
> Aug 17 – No Shoot
> Aug 24
> Aug 31
> Sept 7
> Sept 14
>
> Thanks,Gary

The Mad River Club Trap Team has a Facebook page! Please look there for up to date news, when we are shooting, and other info on the progress of the Trap Team. Like/follow page and you will be informed of updates as they happen. If you are on Facebook search for ‘Mad River Club Trap Team’

Change of Address: If you have a change of address, phone number, or email please let the club know. You can contact the newsletter editor Shawn Allen or the Financial Secretary Rachael Pitkin. We have been having problems with being able to contact people.

Camp for Kids: Darien Brock said he has 7 kids set up for this year’s Camp for Kids, but needs people to send in their applications for next year.. The applications are excepted as first come first served so please get your applications in early. DEC camp for kids applications are posted on the website under “applications”. He has asked that people interested in this great opportunity, fill it out and send it to him. You can call Darien Brock at: 315-778-2680. His address is: 921 Franklin Street, Watertown, NY 13601

SHOOTING RANGE: Now that decent weather is here, more people are using the shooting range. Please be aware of range rules and pay attention to the RED FLAG. IF THE RED FLAG IS UP IT MEANS SOMEONE IS OUTBACK OF THE RANGE. DO NOT SHOOT WHEN THE FLAG IS UP.

WORKDAYS: THERE ARE MANY OPPORTUNITIES TO GET YOUR WORKDAY IN PLEASE HELP OUT WHEN YOU CAN

REMEMBER TO HAVE WORKDAY CHAIRMAN SIGN THE WORKDAY BOOK TO ENSURE YOU GET CREDIT FOR YOUR WORKDAY.

MOWING HELP IS NEEDED AT THE CLUB. DALE HAS NOT RECEIVED MANY CALLS TO HELP.

DARIEN BROCK NEEDS HELP DURING THE FAMILY PICNIC

BILL KILLAM IS HAVING SHOULDER SURGERY SO HE IS GOING TO NEED LOTS OF HELP TO GET THE ARCHERY SHOOT READY. THIS IS A HUGE MONEY MAKER FOR THE CLUB SO PLEASE CALL BILL TO MAKE ARRANGEMENTS TO HELP

B&G Chairman Dale Macklen said he will be looking for people to parge the basement walls on the outside of the clubhouse and do some brush cutting around the area this spring. Also, DALE NEEDS PEOPLE TO CLEAN THE PAVILLION AND GET IT READY FOR SUMMER. CALL DALE MACKLEN FOR KEYS TO THE PAVILLION IF YOU DON’T HAVE THEM.

POSTING: If anyone is interested in posting southern tier property please contact Gary Crawford at

315-559-4174 or Bob Shelmindine.

TIM HOWELL WILL HAVE PLENTY OF ROADS AND TRAIL WORK AS THERE ARE MANY DOWNED TREES ON THE TRAILS.

GARY GRANGER SAID HE COULD USE HELP WITH THE TRAP RANGE

BILL KILLAM NEEDS HELP SELLING ADS FOR THE BOW SHOOT AND HELP SETTING UP THE BOW SHOOT. BILL HAS HAD SOME RECENT HEALTH ISSUES SO CLUB MEMBER HELP IS ESSPECIALLY NEEDED NOW.

CALL MIKE LANE OR JOHN MALINOWSKI FOR SECURITY WORKDAYS. DO NOT WAIT UNTIL FRIDAY NIGHT AND WANT TO DO A WORKDAY AS PEOPLE MAY ALREADY BE SCHEDULED.

CLUBHOUSE KITCHEN: Per Dale Macklen, a lot of work went in to cleaning and organizing the kitchen so if you use the kitchen put everything back the way you found it. Thanks.

CLASSIFIED ADS:

Bill Killam said he has an almost new Lone Wolf treestand he would like to sell. He said to call him and make a deal. 315-387-3350

Ken Creech has a Kenmore camp stove for cooking . It is a gas stove. He said $75.00. Call him at 732-431-1631

Ken Creech is looking for people that may want to go on a fishing charter in August. This would be a 4 person charter. Call Ken at 732-431-1631

Newsletter Editor: Shawn Allen 315-343-2546, 315-591-3005 email kallen2@twcny.rr.com, Assistant Newsletter Editor vacant

Club Officers: President Dick Palmer 315-882-3295; 1^st VP Gary Crawford 315-559-4174, 2nd V.P. Lloyd Perkins; Treasurer Lori Venzendy 315-298-5804; Assist Treasurer Bruce Hahn 315-469-9349, Secretary Mark Bishop 288-4248; Financial Secretary Rachael Pitkin 315-783-5455, Assistant Financial Secretary Justin Maselli

Board Members: Jeffery Mosier 846-5612, Frank Hilliker 298-3004, Larry Yerdon 387-5140, Darien Brock 315-778-2680, Gary Daniels 488-5575, , Ralph Gregory 298-5171, Tim Howell 963-7330, Norm Draper 315-775-7218, Ken Creech 732-431-1631.

Committee Chairman: Building and Grounds Dale Macklen 315-387-5365, Camping Steve Casselbury 315-481-1496, Trails Tim Howell 963-7330 Work Day Dennis Kammers 315-437-0430, Security John Malinowski 315-657-7780 or Mike Lane 315-558-0888, Entertainment Committee Lou McNett 387-5339

Archery Committee: Bill Killam 387-3350, Traphouse: Gary Granger 315-427-1162

Website of interest to MRC members; www.madriverclub.com, www.oswegocountyfederation.com, www.oswegcountysportsmensfoundation.com, www.nyscc.com

AFILIATED WITH

NEW YORK STATE CONSERVATION COUNCIL

MAD RIVER CLUB’S NEWSLETTER

MAY 2018

P.O BOX 171 PULASKI, NEW YORK 13142-0171

PHONE 315-387-5788

                                 CALENDAR 0F UPCOMING EVENTS:

                             Next Club Meeting: Friday, June 8th ( BOD mtg at 6:30, general mtg at 8:00)

                             Club Orientation will be held on June 9^th.

                             Annual Trout derby will be June 30^th

                             Annual MRC 3-D bow shoot will be July 20, 21, 22

                            Annual Family Picnic will be July 29^th

                             Bow Shoot in August on 17^th, 18th, 19th

GENERAL MTG: Dick Palmer called the meeting to order at 8:15 pm.

ON BEHALF OF THE MEMBERSHIP: The following individuals were placed on the 30-day review list: Bill Crocker sponsor Danny Robbins, Dean Campbell sponsor Jimmy Walker, Edward Loveridge sponsor Andrew Green, David Vigliotti sponsor Doug Carr, Jeremy Parker sponsor Steve Casselbury, Adam Wheeler sponsor Sean Corcoran, Ronald Wheeler sponsor Sean Corcoran, Todd Petrie sponsor Frank Ives, John Mercer sponsor John Quinn, Karl Seckner sponsor Bryan Mitchell, Barry Stafford sponsor Tim Ridgeway.

The following individuals are moving to the permanent waiting list: Jeremy Allen sponsor Shawn Allen, Christopher Smith sponsor, Christopher Moyer sponsor Curtis Conklin, Karl Seckner sponsor Brian Mitchell, Joshua Groff sponsor Jonathan Pelton, Trevor Baldwin sponsor Jonathan Pelton, Jerry Miller sponsor James Johnson, Donald Larson sponsor Donald Smith, Alson Clarke sponsor Jason Bronner, Jason Blose sponsor David Boyd, Clifford Young sponsor Jack Keach, John Boenning sponsor Chris Conway, Jason Vickery sponsor Chris Conway, Robert Walczyk sponsor Lloyd Perkins, Matthew Collins sponsor Eugene Montieth, James Allen sponsor Randy Corsette, David Wilson sponsor Tim Howell, and Michael Storie sponsor John Malinowski

SICK AND AILING:

Gift card sent to Anthony Cimilluca

Gift card sent to Robert Munski

Bill Killam had surgery to remove kidney stones

Dave Majerus Sr. had knee replacement surgery

Dave Dano has had some blood transfusions and is not feeling well

Donald Smith had quadruple bypass surgery

As a member learns of someone who is sick or someone has passed, please contact the following:

Brian Dano at 315-243-1994

Or: Leave message at 625-7331 with Charlene

Or: E-mail bdns@ymail.com

Or: E-mail c-dano@hotmail.com

Also, if any member knows of a deceased member from last year, please let the board know so we can get there names on the plaque in the clubhouse. Thank you.

GUN RAFFLE: Welcome to the Mad River Club 2018 Gun Raffle. We thank you for your participation in this club fundraiser. The drawings will begin September 1^st, 2018. Tickets are available now and will be handed out at the club meetings. Please return all ticket stubs with check by the 21^st of August 2018. Mail to:         Madriver Club

P.O Box 329

Baldwinsville, NY, 13027

Tickets and money can also be turned in at the June, July and August regular club meetings. Members with ticket sales of (30) or more will be entered in an independent drawing at the September club meeting for a chance to win a Mossberg Patriot Rifle Blued/Synthetic in your choice of caliber, (223, 243, 270, 308, 22-250, 300 WM, 30-06, 7MM08) Also, as implemented last year, all members with sales of (30) or more tickets will receive credit for a workday. We will also be awarding the member with the highest number of tickets sold a $250.00 gift card to Sharpshooters. If there is a tie the money will be split accordingly. Thanks again for your participation. Questions or concerns can be emailed to

gmaselli@comfortsystemsusa.com or call 315-952-1624.

2018 MRC FAMILY PICNIC: This years family picnic will held on Sunday, July 29^th. The plans are to have a morning trap shoot and then food and games in the afternoon. The food was great last year and will be just as great this year. Darien Brock who is running this event is asking for help in the kitchen and running the games for the adults and kids. Donations are needed for raffle items. People helping in the kitchen will only be asked to work ½ day so they can be with their families at the picnic. Darien is planning a workday on Saturday, July 28^th to help set up for the picnic. Darien is asking that people make reservations for this picnic so he can make sure there will be enough food. Reservations have started and Darien is looking for the number of adults and the number, age, and gender of children attending so proper prizes can be obtained. Please have your reservations in by July 21^st. To make reservations or sign up for a workday, please call Darien Brock at 315-778-2680 or he said you can text him.

2018 MRC ANNUAL KIDS TROUT DERBY: This year’s derby will be held on Saturday, June 30^th. There is no registration on the day of the event, just go and fish and be back at the clubhouse between 12 and 12:30 for measuring and weigh-in. Lunch and beverages will be provided at the clubhouse. This year Woodwise has donated a $100.00 to the winner for biggest fish. All kids 16 and under will have a prize. Remember, Woodwise has donated money to stock the river this year. Stocking will take place on May 23^rd so the chances for fish will be a little better this year. This is a great event for the kids. If you have any questions you can call Joe Iauco at 315-487-7193.

MRC WEBPAGE: A reminder to club members to subscribe to the webpage. There are no subscription fees. As a subscriber to the website you will automatically be sent an update message so you can be made aware of any club news updates. As I get information from the board between meetings I post it to the webpage.

IMPORTANT RULES AND REGS CHANGE CONCERNING 4 WHEELERS:

Under Section 18 paragraph C the following will now be the rules concerning 4 wheeler usage on the club property:

1. Each member may have one ATV with One guest with one ATV. A Members spouse may have one ATV with one guest with one ATV. Also, a member may have two more ATV’s with Board approval and notification to the MRC security team from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day. (proposed and approved 4-13-2018)

ALONG WITH THIS RULE CHANGE REMEMBER THAT THE GLAN AVE BRIDGE MUST BE USED BY ALL 4 WHEELERS. DO NOT CROSS THE STREAM WITH A WHEELER PER LANDOWNER REQUEST. PEOPLE HAVE BEEN RACING THROUGH THE WATER WHICH UPSETS THE STREAM BED. PERSONNEL VEHICLES CAN BE USED TO CROSS BY GOING SLOW.

SECURITY CHANGES FOR THE PROPERTY: Woodwise is requiring all vechicles have a blue Woodwise sticker on their vehicles. This includes 4 wheelers, UTVs and personnel vehicles. Security chairmen Mike Lane and John Malinowski said if you cannot make a meeting to get the stickers then you can send them a Self Addressed Stamped Envelope (SASE) to either of the following addresses and they would be mailed to you. Please note: you must include a copy of the vechicles registration along with the SASE to receive a sticker:

John Malinowski                                       Michael Lane

211 Old Cove Rd                                       3288 Pioneer Rd

Liverpool, NY 13090                                Lafayette, NY 13084

SECURITY REMINDER: The Pete Mattison trail is a private road. MRC members are not to run this road

Future new members: To help alleviate some of the problems regarding rules violations the BOD’s have decided that after January 1^st new members are to come to the board meeting at 7:30 on the night they are to receive their membership. This is to allow the board to explain some of the rules and expectations that come with club membership. This is meant to be a meet and greet with a chance for the new members to ask questions and meet the board.

Trap house: The list of people authorized to use the traphouse has been deleted. Gary Granger has said that because of some new equipment and rules regarding the traphouse, he wants himself or Jim Walker contacted before some one uses the traphouse going forward. The club has invested a considerable amount of money and effort into the trap set up so please respect this request. Please call 315-427-1162 to use the traphouse.

TRAP SCHEDULE for Friday evening trap shoots for the year:
> Schedule for Friday shoots. Normally (4:30pm to 7:30pm), Meeting nights we start at 4pm and break down early for the BOD meeting at 6:30pm.
> May 4
> May 11
> May 18
> May 25 – No Shoot
> June 1
> June 8
> June 15
> June 22
> June 29
> July 6
> July 13
> July 20 – No Shoot
> July 27 – No Shoot
> Aug 3 – No shoot
> Aug 10
> Aug 17 – No Shoot
> Aug 24
> Aug 31
> Sept 7
> Sept 14
>
> Thanks,Gary

The Mad River Club Trap Team has a Facebook page! Please look there for up to date news, when we are shooting, and other info on the progress of the Trap Team. Like/follow page and you will be informed of updates as they happen. If you are on Facebook search for ‘Mad River Club Trap Team’

Change of Address: If you have a change of address, phone number, or email please let the club know. You can contact the newsletter editor Shawn Allen or the Financial Secretary Rachael Pitkin. We have been having problems with being able to contact people.

Camp for Kids: Darien Brock said he has 7 kids set up for this year’s Camp for Kids, but needs people to send in their applications for next year.. The applications are excepted as first come first served so please get your applications in early. DEC camp for kids applications are posted on the website under “applications”. He has asked that people interested in this great opportunity, fill it out and send it to him. You can call Darien Brock at: 315-778-2680. His address is: 921 Franklin Street, Watertown, NY 13601

WORKDAYS: REMEMBER TO HAVE WORKDAY CHAIRMAN SIGN THE WORKDAY BOOK TO ENSURE YOU GET CREDIT FOR YOUR WORKDAY.

B&G Chairman Dale Macklen said he will be looking for people to parge the basement walls on the outside of the clubhouse and do some brush cutting around the area this spring. Also, the snowmobilers indicated that we will have roads and trails work to do when the snow clears.

DALE NEEDS PEOPLE TO CLEAN THE PAVILLION AND GET IT READY FOR SUMMER. CALL DALE MACKLEN FOR KEYS TO THE PAVILLION IF YOU DON’T HAVE THEM.

POSTING: If anyone is interested in posting southern tier property please contact Gary Crawford at

315-559-4174 or Bob Shelmindine.

TROUT STOCKING: DUANE COLE IS PLANNING ON STOCKING THE MADRIVER ON WEDNESDAY MAY 23^RD. HE WANTS TO MEET AT THE GATHERING PLACE RESTURANT AT 9:00 AM AND LEAVE WHEN THE TRUCK SHOWS UP. DUANE’S NUMBER IS 315-387-6867 IF YOUR INTERESTED IN HELPING.

AS OF THE MARCH MEETING: MANY WORKDAYS WILL BE COMING UP. DALE MACKLEN HAS MANY PROJECTS SUCH AS PAINTING, LAWN MOWING, BRUSH REMOVAL AND MORE

TIM HOWELL WILL HAVE PLENTY OF ROADS AND TRAIL WORK AS THERE ARE MANY DOWNED TREES ON THE TRAILS. FIRST ROADS AND TRAILS WORKDAY WILL BE MAY 19^TH MEET AT THE BRIDGE ON LITTLE JOHN AT 9 AM AND BRING YOUR CHAINSAW.

GARY GRANGER SAID HE COULD USE HELP WITH THE TRAP RANGE

BILL KILLAM NEEDS HELP SELLING ADS FOR THE BOW SHOOT AND HELP SETTING UP THE BOW SHOOT. BILL HAS HAD SOME RECENT HEALTH ISSUES SO CLUB MEMBER HELP IS ESSPECIALLY NEEDED NOW.

CALL MIKE LANE OR JOHN MALINOWSKI FOR SECURITY WORKDAYS. DO NOT WAIT UNTIL FRIDAY NIGHT AND WANT TO DO A WORKDAY AS PEOPLE MAY ALREADY BE SCHEDULED.

CLUBHOUSE KITCHEN: Per Dale Macklen, a lot of work went in to cleaning and organizing the kitchen so if you use the kitchen put everything back the way you found it. Thanks.

NYS Conservation Council Report: (per Charlie Parker NYS Conservation Council President)

The federation report stated the need for every sportsmen to support the New York State Conservation Council.  The “Council” is the oldest Sportsmen / Conservation groups that advocates for mainly for the New York State Sportsmen and Conservationists.  The Mad River Club is a strong supporter but we as individual sportsmen can do more.  There are two options that all should consider.  One is becoming a Guardian or Defender Member.  The other is for those that use Amazon. Sign up through Amazon Smile and select the New York State Conservation Council as a recipient, and for each purchase you make using Amazon Smile, a portion is donated to the NYS Conservation Council.  For information on either of the above ways to support the Council go to  http://www.nyscc.com/_index.php   NYSCC CONSERVATION EDUCATION COMMITTEE INVITES SPORTSMEN AND WOMEN INPUT At the recent NYSCC annual Spring/Legislative meetings in Herkimer, Conservation Education Committee chair Keith Tidball announced plans to survey hunters, anglers, trappers, and other outdoor recreationalists regarding their preferences for what specific issues or topics the committee should direct their focus upon. The survey is intended for wide distribution; all county federation members, sportsmen’s club members, and those interested in the out-of-doors are encouraged to participate. Here is the link to the web-based survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LBQKCSC   The ability to follow legislation concerning sportsmen can be a tedious and sometimes boring task.  But it is still important that we be aware, as best we can as to what is gong on in Albany Fortunately the New York State Conservation Council does a lot of the “following” for you. With the Council’s website much of that information is easily available to you.  Just go to http://www.nyscc.com/legislativeinformation.html or http://www.nyscc.com/legislativeinformation/memoandstatements.html and you can follow legislative bills and the current positions that the NYSCC has taken on various bills.   REMEMBER SUPPORT THE COUNCIL     Chuck Parker     One of the recent bills that was mentioned at the Last MRC Meeting was   MEMORANDUM IN OPPOSITION Bill #  S 7874   Kaminsky     No same as Title: Limits educational institution’s ability to authorize the possession of a weapon on school grounds to certain officers or agents of a law enforcement agency. This is a terrible bill that the Council strongly opposes. Fortunately at this time it is only a one house bill.  Visit http://www.nyscc.

Newsletter Editor: Shawn Allen 315-343-2546, 315-591-3005 email kallen2@twcny.rr.com, Assistant Newsletter Editor vacant

Club Officers: President Dick Palmer 315-882-3295; 1^st VP Gary Crawford 315-559-4174, 2nd V.P. Lloyd Perkins; Treasurer Lori Venzendy 315-298-5804; Assist Treasurer Bruce Hahn 315-469-9349, Secretary Mark Bishop 288-4248; Financial Secretary Rachael Pitkin 315-783-5455, Assistant Financial Secretary Justin Maselli

Board Members: Jeffery Mosier 846-5612, Frank Hilliker 298-3004, Larry Yerdon 387-5140, Darien Brock 315-778-2680, Gary Daniels 488-5575, , Ralph Gregory 298-5171, Tim Howell 963-7330, Norm Draper 315-775-7218, Ken Creech 732-431-1631.

Committee Chairman: Building and Grounds Dale Macklen 315-387-5365, Camping Steve Casselbury 315-481-1496, Trails Tim Howell 963-7330 Work Day Dennis Kammers 315-437-0430, Security John Malinowski 315-657-7780 or Mike Lane 315-558-0888, Entertainment Committee Lou McNett 387-5339

Archery Committee: Bill Killam 387-3350, Traphouse: Gary Granger 315-427-1162

Website of interest to MRC members; www.madriverclub.com, www.oswegocountyfederation.com, www.oswegcountysportsmensfoundation.com, www.nyscc.com

AFILIATED WITH

NEW YORK STATE CONSERVATION COUNCIL