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WOODS-WATER-WILDLIFEThe newsletter of the Elk River Sportsman’s Club

November 2012Volume 56, Issue 11

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Club meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of every

month, andbegin at 7pm.

The next meeting isNovember 20th, 7pm, at the

ERSC clubhouse.

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Going to the club for some shooting? It’s a good idea to call the clubhouse to ensure the range is open.

763-441-1025

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Have you got a sporting photo you’d like to share

with the club?

Photos with game, fish, dogs, exotic locales and

especially childrenwelcome.

Send your digital photos and a brief description to

erscnews@gmail.com

Member Sponsorship

It is that time of year again! ERSC is accepting applications for new mem-bers at this time. If you have a rela-tive, friend or colleague who might be interested in membership, now is the time to get that paperwork in!

If you don’t personally know a likely candidate, please come to the Novem-ber or December membership meet-ings. There will be lots of folks seeking sponsors there, and who knows, you may find a new shooting buddy!

Construction almost Complete

Construction of the new storage building is almost complete. The final outside finishes should be complete before winter arrives, the rest to follow shortly thereafter.

Club Elections

Club elections are coming up in December. The only contested office for this year is for Vice President. Kit Bolton has thrown his name in the hat for consideration. Be sure to attend the December membership meeting to exercise your vote!

Reloading Classes

Ever wanted to get into cartridge reloading but never knew how to start? Ever want to learn the finer parts of reloading for accuracy?

This March, ERSC will be hosting two reloading classes. An entry level reloading class for beginners (March 2), followed by an advanced reloading class (March 16).

The first class will focus on the basics of safely reloading rifle and pistol am-munition. The second (advanced) class will focus on the finer points of reload-ing focusing on rifle accuracy. Both classes will be hands on, and a lot of fun. Come on out!

Look for more information in the De-cember/January newsletter, or contact Jon Clauson (erscnews@gmail.com) for more details.

2013 Schedule

February 16, 24 - New Member Ori-entationsFebruary 17, 23 (alternate) - Cold Finger Shoot

March 2, 16 - Reloading Classes

April 20, 21 - Wind Clinic and Match

May 4 - Spring Work Day

June 16 (Father’s Day) - Summer Picnic

July 27-28 - Minnesota state mid-range F-class championship

August 10-11 - F-class Money ShootAugust 18th - Corn Feed

September 7 - Fall Work DaySeptember 14 - Cowboy ShootSeptember 21 - ERSC Youth Day

There will be more details to follow as each event becomes nearer.

Wooo Hooo! It’s hunting time! I wish everyone a safe and successful hunting season. I am off to Montana shortly, look for pictures of my record book mule deer and elk on the national news. Yes, I am that confident!

There has been great progress made on the storage building in the last month. Walls were erected and sheathed, trusses were installed and roof sheathing was completed. The building was inspected by the city for proper construc-tion and passed with flying colors. The roof and siding materials are on site and should be completely installed by the middle of November. There are too many names to list here, but I would like to thank all of those that have helped with this huge project.

Nominations for club offices are now officially closed. Come to the December election meeting to see who wins election or re-election. Thanks to all the candidates for stepping forward to run for office.

I am sure Cathy will have a reminder about renewals elsewhere in this newsletter but here is a friendly reminder. Cathy is a volunteer. Please be patient waiting for your new membership card. Remember to have all your required informa-tion included with the renewal and also include a self-addressed stamped envelope for a quick return. You are respon-sible for yourself. The Board of Directors authorized increasing the membership roster by an additional 50 members for 2013. If you know of someone who would like to join the club, please have them fill out a new member application. These opportunities don’t happen very often.

Have a safe and successful November!Scott Olson, President

President’s Report

For me, renewals and new member applications will be my main focus the next few months. Already the renewals are pouring in. My mailman must wonder what I am involved in with all these letters I suddenly started to get.

As of the 20th of October I still haven’t gotten the 2013 membership cards, so there will be a slight delay in processing the early bird renewals. I know that the cards are on the way, so please hang in there and give me a chance to dig out once they arrive. All I know is the pile is getting bigger each day I get mail.

For those members that joined in 2010, 2011 and 2012 remember you need to send proof of current NRA membership with your renewal. Proof of current NRA membership is your NRA membership card with the expiration date showing. Cards that just say Annual Member will not be accepted. If your card shows you are a Life Member, Patron, Benefac-tor etc, those are fine. Another proof of NRA membership is the mailing label from your NRA magazine. Just cut out or copy the mailing label and send that in with your renewal. Renewals missing the NRA membership proof will be de-layed until I get the copy and proof regarding your NRA membership.

Recently I sent out emails to members that were missing items from their applications when they joined the club in the last three years. I will need to have the copies requested in order to process your renewal. I still need the copy of your Permit to Carry or Permit to Purchase, even if it is now expired to attach to your membership application.

Because of having to track down missing items for new members, if you are sponsoring a new member for 2013 be sure that they send in ALL the listed requirements shown on the form. Anything missing means their chances of becom-ing a new member are very, very slim. Please go over the paperwork with the person you are sponsoring to be sure they have all their ducks in a row. It saves me time and effort and saves you from having to tell a family member, friend or co-worker they couldn’t join due to not following simple directions.

Hunting seasons are in full swing. Good luck to everyone in the field whether it is with a gun or bow.

Cathy HagenMembership Secretary

Membership Secretary’s Report

President Scott Olson <unopposed>Vice President David Granlund Kit BoltonCorresponding Secretary Lisa Olson <unopposed>Recording Secretary Tim Lish <unopposed>Treasurer Brad Stevens <unopposed>Finance Officer Jon Thompson <unopposed>Conservation Officer Eric Felt <unopposed>Sergeant at Arms Merle Kratzke <unopposed>Sergeant at Arms Paul Wherley <unopposed>Research Jon Clauson <unopposed>Membership Secretary Cathy Hagen <unopposed>Small Bore Chairman Leo Huhta <unopposed>KD Range Chairman Mike Micelli <unopposed>100-yard Range Chairman Rick Eason <unopposed>25/50-yard Range Chairman Dave Patenaude <unopposed>Pistol Range Chairman Marc Donarski <unopposed>Shotgun Ranges Chairman Ed Church <unopposed>Archery Chairman Shane Rosby <unopposed>Camping Chairman Scott Rasmusson <unopposed>Firearms Safety Chairman Robert Mohs <unopposed>Board member Gary Boham <unopposed>Board member Ron Volrath <unopposed>Board member John Hein <unopposed>Board member Fred Hiller <unopposed>Board member Loren Kohnen <unopposed>Board member Chad LeMieux <unopposed>Board member Matt Moberg <unopposed>Board member Jim Schmidt <unopposed>Board member Jeff Westlund <unopposed>Board member Dan Whalen <unopposed>

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Scott Olson President 763-263-0015 pullbanger@aol.comDavid Granlund Vice President 763-441-7584, 612-369-6235 dlgranlund@msn.comLisa Olson Corresponding Secretary 763-263-0015 erscinfo4u@aol.comTim Lish Recording Secretary 612-670-7890 tlish@charter.netBrad Stevens Treasurer 763-441-8196 BStevens@alerusmail.comJon Thompson Finance Officer 763-263-9587 rsgear@charter.netErik Felt Conservation Officer 612-849-8282 erik.felt@gmail.comMerle Kratzke Sergeant at Arms 763-441-1381 mmkratzke@hotmail.comPaul Wherley Sergeant at Arms 763-755-8002<open> Research <open> <open>Cathy Hagen Membership Secretary 763-529-4113 cathy_hagen@msn.com

2012 Contact List

Club Officers

Activity Chairs

Board of Directors - At LargeGary Boham 763-789-4901, 612-210-9956 garyboham@gmail.comRon Volrath 612-210-8002John Hein 763-786-2338 jnhein@comcast.netFred Hiller 763-238-1654 tankbuoy@gmail.comLoren Kohnen 763-498-8321 Mtrowst76@aol.comChad LeMieux 763-856-4812 chadlem@connections-etc.netMatt Moberg 763-441-8114, 612-849-4160 mmmatcher@aol.comJim Schmidt 763-441-8080 mbjschmitt@aol.comJeff Westlund 763-767-2477 jwg@thewginc.comDan Whalen 763-350-3187 whalen3949@msn.com

Leo Huhta Small Bore 763-566-2009 leo.huhta@remmele.comEd Higgins KD Range 612-363-6378 bighig6202@gmail.comRick Eason 100-yard Range 763-241-2154, 612-670-8364 reason1941@msn.comDave Patenaude 25/50-yard Range 320-679-0151 spinnmaster1@yahoo.comMarc Donarski Pistol Range 612-309-6856 m.donarski@att.netEd Church Shotgun Ranges 763-274-0458 ECH116@aol.comDoug Rogers Archery 763-263-7391 dar53@izoom.netScott Rasmusson Camping 763-241-1513 srraz@charter.net<open> Firearms Safety <open> <open>Cheryl Moberg Club Food 763-441-8114 mmmatcher@aol.comJon Clauson Newsletter 612-251-4286 erscnews@gmail.com

Newsletter Editor

Jon Clauson

erscnews@gmail.com

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22743 171st StreetBig Lake, MN

55309