3. Sept 2014 Newsletter

2012 SCI TOP GUN CHAPTER | 2013/2011 INTERNATIONAL CHAPTER OF THE YEAR
HUNTERS
Official Newsletter of SCI-Drayton Valley Chapter VOLUME 6 | ISSUE 3 | SEPTEMBER 2014
EDGE
September 20th Banquet Highlights
Cuba Blue Bag Delivery
Inner City Children Hosted at Dock
2015 SCI Hunter's Convention

2013/2014 2014 BOARD BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF DIRECTORS
Coby Mahan
President
Jamie St. Michael
Past President
Bill Davie
Vice President
Dann Klammer
Humanitarian Chair
Treasurer
2014 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Our Mission
We are a society of avid hunters and outdoor
enthusiasts who are dedicated to promoting
responsible use of our natural resources.
We care about hunting, fishing, wildlife and
outdoor experiences within the natural
environment we all live in and enjoy.
We are passionate about protecting and
conserving the outdoors and its resources
for generations to come.
Through our parent organization - Safari
Club International - we promote and present
a number of wildlife conservation and
humanitarian efforts within our community,
and support Safari Club International in their
endeavors toward ensuring hunting rights
are protected worldwide.
SCI - Drayton Valley Chapter
Coby Mahan, President
Box 6534
Drayton Valley, AB T7A 1R9
Phone: 780.542.7864
Email: pcmahan@gmail.com
www.scidraytonvalley.com
Adam Schwengler
Director
Membership Chair
Greg Hartman
Director / Conservation
Everett Ness
Director
Hunter Training Chair
Barb Bowen
Director
Sponsorship Chair
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Jean Ann Prysliak
Special Events Chair
Public Relations
Jayson Ness
Director

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Dear SCI Drayton Valley Chapter Members,
I hope you all enjoyed the great outdoors this summer! We are in full swing preparing for our 6th
Annual, sold out, Fundraising Banquet! We once again have a wide variety of worldwide destinations
and a great selection of guns and merchandise for you to bid on and buy raffle tickets on. This
summer has been busy with us supporting some
great projects. One of the highlights was the Crystal
Kids Youth Center visit to our fishing dock. 20 inner
city children, who never fished before, spent a great
day at the fishing dock. It was a fantastic experience
for them and the volunteers who were there…more
about this further on in the newsletter!
CWD in Alberta is growing and SCI Alberta is now
talking about the support we can give to this horable
disease that is affecting our deer in Southern Alberta.
Our Alberta team will be working on a support plan
to help stop the spread of CWD which is at 2% of
our deer herd in Alberta.
I wish you all a good fall hunting season and I look
forward to seeing you at the 6th Annual Call of the
Wild Fundraising Banquet!
Good Hunting,
Coby Mahan
President
SCI Drayton Valley Chapter
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www.scidraytonvalley.com
Hunter's Edge will now be distributed only
twice per year in February and August.
Closing Dates for Newsletter Submissions
January 1, 2015 & July 1, 2015
Send your submissions to us at
board@scidraytonvalley.com
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CRYSTAL KIDS YOUTH CENTRE VISIT THE DOCK
On June 21st, in conjunction with Cabelas Edmonton, Drayton Valley SCI
was very pleased and privileged to host 20 youth from the Crystal Kids
Youth Centre situated in Edmonton.
It was a very nice Saturday afternoon. The kids from the centre, many of
whom had never fished before, were truly excited to be enjoying the great
outdoors. There were many smiles on their faces and excitement in the air
as practically all of the children spent the afternoon catching rainbow trout
in the SCI Pond. For some it was their first time to see a frog hiding under
rock, digging for worm bait, or just simply enjoying the
peace and quiet that the outdoors provides.
The Chapter hosted a BBQ lunch for the children and
staff of the Crystal Kids Youth Centre, and also arranged
the busing for them to and from the dock. Cabelas
also treated the children by providing each child with a
fishing rod. All of these efforts were done by the SCI
Drayton Valley Chapter and Cabelas Edmonton hoping
that the childrens’ visit to the fishing pond would lead
them to an appreciation of and desire to be in the
outdoors more often.
This was a remarkable day with wonderful memories
made knowing that the efforts of a small few were
making a tremendous impact in the lives of our youth.
We look forward to a continued partnership with
Edmonton Cabelas in hosting another group of inner
city children at a future date.
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6TH ANNUAL FUNDRAISING BANQUET HIGHLIGHTS
Drayton Valley Safari Club Chapter
Call of The Wild
6th Annual Fundraising Banquet
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2014
SCI DRAYTON VALLEY CHAPTER 6TH ANNUAL BANQUET HIGHLIGHTS
With the fundraising banquet fast approaching on September 20th we are
pleased to give you a preliminary overview of the incredible international outdoor
adventures and merchandise that will be available at the banquet:
VIP Table
We are pleased to once again offer our guests this special Live
Auction item. You and your seven (7) table guests will receive “VIP
treatment”. Your opportunity to upgrade to the “VIP Table” will occur
prior to the banquet dinner when this item will be auctioned off. As
the successful bidder you and your guests will be treated to:
• Upgraded front and centre stage seating
• 4 men’s gift packages
• 4 ladies gift packages
• Complimentary table wine & open bar tab
• One ticket per table guest on each of
our bundle packages
• You’ll be first in line for dinner!
• A complimentary table for 8 to
next year’s fundraising banquet
• A four day guided Sturgeon/
Salmon fishing trip for four
anglers with BC Sportfishing
Group at beautiful Harrison BC.
They will provide you and 3 of
your guests with two – 8 hour days of guided fishing on the mighty
Frasier River. You’ll also enjoy 2 nights’ accommodation relaxing in
the comforts of the Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa. Trip to be
taken by December 31, 2015.
www.bcsportfishinggroup.com
MacKenzie Conference Centre
Drayton Valley, Alberta
Doors Open at 4:30pm * Dinner at 6:00pm
Gun & Floor Raffles Commence at 4:30pm
PLEASE CONTACT COBY MAHAN AT 780-542-7864 TO PICK-UP YOUR RESERVED TICKETS.
“Deep In The Deadfall”
Moose Bronze
Hand Sculpted Bronze by Artist Rick Taylor
Rick Taylor is one of the most renowned wildlife artists on the
contemporary sculpture scene. His art is appreciated and collected
by museums and individuals worldwide. His pieces cover species
and subjects from all corners of the globe. Rick Taylor is talented,
hard working and passionate about the work he does and about
preserving the wild places and species he loves so much. As the
recipient of several wildlife art awards, his works can be seen in
settings as diverse as outdoor parks from Radium Hot Springs, BC,
to Ulan Bator, Mongolia, international embassy lobbies from the US
to Japan, Hermosillo Mexico and private and public museums and
individual collections. We are pleased to feature his masterpiece
entitled, “Deep in the Deadfall”! Big bull moose are usually found
in burnt over timbered areas where new growth provides luxurious
forage. Their long legs facilitate
traveling through the deadfall like
no other big game. This sculpture
captures that scene. ”Deep in the
Deadfall” is cast bronze mounted on
walnut. It stands 19`` tall. The edition
is limited to 48.
www.ricktaylor.com
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African Plains Game
6 Day African Safari (4 Hunting Days)
for 2 Hunters and 2 Non-Hunters
Join Blue Collar Adventures for a six (6) day Safari (4 hunting
days) in Northeast Namibia for two (2) hunters and two (2)
observers with a total animal harvest of one (1) Blue Wildebeest
or (1) Red Hartebeest, two (2) Warthogs, two (2) Baboons
and one (1) Blesbok or (1) Duiker. Hunt to be taken between
April to October 2015/2016. Also included are hard standing
accommodations, meals, soft drinks, PH and staff, trackers,
skinners, and field preparation of trophies. Excluded are airport
transfer at $300 USD per person, shipping and crating of
trophies and gratuities, accommodations before and after the
safari and cites for certain animals. Hunt can be upgraded to
1x1 (it is currently 2 hunters x 1 PH) and additional animals and/
or days can be added.
www.bluecollaradventures.ca
Argentina Hunting
5 Days of Hunting for 2 Hunters and 2 Non-Hunters
Join Caza Pampa Argentina on a 5 day free range hunt in Santa
Rosa, Argentina between March to July 2014 or 2015. Hunt
package includes 1x1 guiding for 1 Red Stag, 1 Water Buffalo (up
to 75” SCI), 2 Hybrid Sheep, all inclusive accommodations, beer
& wine (in moderation), maid and laundry services. Hunters
responsible for travel to Santa Rosa and shipping of trophies.
We thank Caza Pampa for this 100% donation.
www.cazapampa.com
Alaskan Fishing Trip
5 Day Halibut, Salmon and Rockfish
Fishing Adventure for 2 Anglers
Two anglers will travel to the protected waters of Ugak Bay Kodiak
Island Alaska for this outstanding five day and five night halibut,
salmon and rockfish fishing adventure
donated by Brian Peterson Master
Guide and Outfitter LLC. Schedule trip
with outfitter for open dates during
the 2015/2016 season. World class
fishing, fantastic food and exceptional
hospitality are provided on remote
Kodiak Island. It's a perfect getaway
for couples or families while enjoying
the amenities of a comfortable lodge.
Fishing from a 40 foot charter boat, specifically designed for
fishing halibut and salmon for an excellent saltwater excursion,
along with a 2500 square foot lodge to return to after each day
will make this a true Alaskan experience. Included are lodge
accommodations, meals, guide service, tackle, bait and fish
processing. Bring up to four additional anglers at the discounted
rate of $2500 each and have the whole place to yourselves. Not
included are any before/after trip expenses, license and tag
($100), air charter ($300) per person round trip, shipping and
gratuities. Arrival departure point is Kodiak Island Alaska.
Contact Brian at www.ugakbay or 907-830-2802 for more information.
Arizona Coues Whitetail Deer
5 Day Hunt for 2 Hunters and 1 Non-Hunter
Join Rom Dryden with Rincon Outfitters for a 5 day Coues
Whitetail deer hunt between October to December, 2015 or 2016.
This hunt will take place in Southern Arizona within their deluxe
wall tent base camp. Trip arrival and departure point is Tucson.
Method of take is hunter’s choice. Hunters are also responsible
for license ($160), tag ($230) and submitting information for
May draw (100% draw) and hotel accommodation needed
at conclusion of trip. If time permits a tour of SCI World Head
Quarters will also be conducted.
www.rinconoutfitters.com
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“Wake Up Call”
Laurel Barbieri Artists Proof Giclee
SCI - Drayton Valley Chapter is once again pleased to present to our guests a non-typical
method of artistry by Laurel Barbieri. Her work captures nature and animals in a very raw
form. It connects the art viewer with the history of the animal dating back to the first record
of them carved into the walls of caves. To simulate this effect and history Laurel created her
own method and form of painting called relief sculpture. This layering of material and paint
create a life for the painting that simulates the walls of ancient caves. We are pleased to
present you with her beautiful creation entitled, “Wake Up Call”.
www.laurelbarbieri.com

African Safari
10 Day African Safari for 4 Hunters and 4 Observers
Join Ubathi Game & Hunt in the Kimberley Area of the Northern
Cape on a 10 day hunt for 4 hunters and 4 non-hunters upon
40,000 acres with accommodation, meals, alcoholic beverages
and guiding fees included. Each person is also entitled to one
free treatment in their Beauty & Health Spa. Also included is
free river fishing as well as a bird hunt. Hunters who spend
$5,000 USD, as per price list, will qualify to hunt a Buffalo at
a discounted price of $8,000 USD or a Sable for $4,000 USD.
Non-hunters can go on guided tours to visit the Big Hole in
Kimberley, do shopping and visit some Lion Breeding Projects.
Optional tours to Cape Town, Pilanesberg Game Reserve or the
Eastern Cape are also available. Hunt to be taken within 2014 or
2015. We thank Ubathi Game and Hunt for this 100% donation.
www.ubathi.co.za
Red Stag Hunt
New Zealand Silver Medal Red Stag Hunt for 1 Hunter & 1 Non-Hunter
This 3 day hunt donated by Gerald & Sue Telford Fishing &
Hunting Services of Wanaka, New Zealand is a chance to
experience some of the toughest hunting terrain in the world.
This donation is good between the months of March to July 2015
only. This hunt includes: airport shuttle from Wanaka, meals,
lodge accommodations, field prep,
1x1 guide services, local sightseeing
and a great experience! Method of
take is rifle, bow or muzzleloader.
Possible upgrades: Tahr, Chamois,
Fallow Buck and Arapawa Ram. Cost
of extra hunter $700 NZ/day; Nonhunter
$260 NZ/day. We thank Telford
Hunting & Fishing for this 100%
donation.
www.flyfishhunt.co.nz
Knit Rex Fox / Raccoon Vest
We are pleased to feature a beautiful Knit
Rex Fox / Raccoon custom made fashion
vest by Leather Renditions in natural
colorings (vest is not exactly as shown).
The blending of Fox and Raccoon
offers a fluffy, full-bodied, glamorous,
lightweight feel and add a high-fashion
touch to any ladies wardrobe. This
custom made vest exudes beautiful
natural coloring that will look stunning
on anyone!
Spring Grizzly/Brown Bear Hunt
Alaskan Spring Grizzly/Brown Bear Hunt for 2 Hunters
Enjoy a 7 day hunt with Frank Danford of D&L Outfitters in the
Alaska Chugach Mountains. Your trip is individually designed
around you with special attention to your comfort and personal
preferences. Your comfort is a priority - top of the line equipment
is packed in to camp, including a real latrine and HOT shower
along with cabin accommodation!! Your favorite gourmet foods
are expertly prepared to satisfy after a great day of adventure!
Having been involved in the field of guiding since 1976, Frank
Danford has the experience needed to insure that your trip is
enjoyable and successful. As a Registered Alaska Hunting Guide,
Alaska Fishing Guide and Navigable Operator (Boat Captain)
with experience working for large guide companies, he knows
how important the personal touch is.
The cabin and land from which they hunt is the only non-native,
non-governmental land on the entire river. You will have the
opportunity to hunt for a grizzly or brown bear. Hunting these
bears consists of a lot of glassing from high areas so some
climbing is in order; it pays to be in good shape for this hunt.
Hunts are 1x1 guided with a Grizzly or Brown Bear Trophy
fee included for each hunter based on hunter’s choice. Hunt
is to be taken in May 2015 or 2016. Hunter is responsible for
transportation charters (approximately $1,000 per person),
license and bear tag and any gratuities.
www.alaska-d-l-outfitters.com
Artist Weekend
Rejuvenation Retreat
Enjoy a 3 day get-a-way in picturesque Portland Oregon. You
will join world renown artist, Laurel Barbieri, in her studio where
you will create your very own 9 x 12 “relief sculpture” piece of
art. During your trip you will also enjoy zip lining and a Spa Day
at the Skamania Lodge & Spa along with a glass fusing class.
3 nights accommodation are included. This trip is to be taken
between March to May 2015.
www.laurelbarbieri.com
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Costa Rica
4 Day Costa Rica Fishing Trip for 2 Anglers
Two (2) people will enjoy a four (4) night stay and four (4) days
of sport fishing with Crocodile Bay Resort on a Boston Whaler
Boat for world class Sailfish, Blue, Black and Striped Marlin,
Roosterfish, Bluefin Trevally, Tuna, Jacks, Grouper, Cubera and
others! Crocodile Bay is a four star resort situated on 44 acres of
tropical gardens on the Golfo Dulce (Sweet Gulf) of Costa Rica’s
South Pacific Coast. The resort features 45 air-conditioned rooms
with decks that overlook the surrounding gardens, swimming
pool with swim-up bar, elevated hot tub, and 5000 square foot
luxury spa space. Crocodile Bay also offers over twenty exciting
ECO and adventure tours to choose from! Trip can be scheduled
April 15th through September 30th or November 1st through
December 15th, 2014 or 2015 with opportunity to extend trip
if desired. Licenses and permits are included. A $395 USD
per person transfer fee can be purchased that would include
inbound night lodging at the Hilton Doubletree Cariari Hotel
in San Jose, ground transfers between airports and hotels and
scheduled round trip domestic air transportation between San
Jose and the Resort. Not included in trip are alcoholic beverages,
domestic overweight seat, baggage issues, international airfare,
meals while in San Jose, change fees, transfer fees, departure
tax and gratuities.
Mexican Holiday
Hacienda Cerritos & Hacienda Surf Colony
Enjoy a 7 Day Stay at Your Choice of One of the Following:
A. Hacienda Cerritos Luxury Boutique Exquisite 6 Night,
7 Days Stay in a Deluxe One Bedroom Suite for 2 Persons
Stay one week (6 nights, 7 days) in a Deluxe One Bedroom Suite
at Hacienda Cerritos. This package is good for any available
time with no black-out dates.
Hacienda Cerritos is an exclusive luxury boutique hotel. Located
on a private bluff, this peaceful and private destination is sure to
make your visit magical. They are just 40 miles north of Cabo
San Lucas and just down the road from the historic artist colony
of Todos Santos. Cerritos Beach is the best beach in Cabo, world
renown for exceptional surfing, and voted first runner up in the
Los Cabos Magazine. Come enjoy a perfect family vacation or
solo hiatus paradise. This is the ultimate Mexican getaway.
Purchaser must pay 19% Mexico government tax on their
purchase price only (not on the retail price), payable at the time
of check-in. No other fees are required.
www.haciendacerritos.com
OR
B.Cerritos Surf Colony 6 Night, 7 Days Stay in a Two Bedroom Villa Near
Cabo San Lucas for 4 Persons
www.crocodilebay.com
Rolling Stones Guitar
The Rolling Stones Complete Band
Autographed Electric Fender Guitar
This English rock group
came on the scene back in
the 1960s and rocked the
music industry for decades
to follow. With over 20
studio albums produced
and 200 million albums sold
worldwide, it’s no surprise
they were ranked as the 4th
Greatest Artists of All-Time
by Rolling Stone (both the
magazine and band were
named after Muddy Water’s
song, “Rollin’ Stone”). They
won a Grammy Lifetime
Achievement Award in 1987
and were inducted into the
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
in 1989. Autographed by:
Mick Jagger, Keith Richards,
Charlie Watts, Ronnie Wood and Bill Wyman. This item comes
certified authentic with a certificate of authenticity and
matching numbered authentication holograms.
Cerritos Surf Colony is a beach front resort of Mayan inspiration
and thatched palm roofs. The free standing studio, one, two,
and four bedroom villas are solar energy assisted. Enjoy their
amazing swimming pool and bar, surf the waves out your back
door, climb the Sierra de la Lagunas, explore the artist colony
of Todos Santos, or just lay back in your own palm shaded
hammock.
Purchases must pay 19% Mexico government tax on their
purchase price only (not on the retail price), payable at the time
of check-in. No other fees are required.
www.cerritossurfcolony.com
The Cabinet of Chance!!!!
WOW… you won’t believe
what’s inside this beautiful
Kelsey’s Collection Cabinet
entitled “Autumn Dream Day”!
Place your bid and be one of six
individuals who will be given
the opportunity to win this
beautiful wine cabinet and the
“secret” contents within it! The
wine cabinet also doubles as a
gun/fishing rod holder with a hidden compartment! The bidder
who selects the custom wine case with “You Win” highlighted
inside will be the lucky winner! Listen closely for our Auctioneer’s
“helpful hints” the night of our banquet!!
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Bait Master Saskatchewan
3 day water fowl hunt in Green Lake, Saskatchewan
How many outfitters do you know that buy decoys by the
semi-trailer load? Bait-Masters
is equipped with enough
decoys, bail-blinds, floating
barge blinds and anything
else required to ensure full bag
limits and the hunt of your life!
Bait-Masters is located in a
super waterfowl hunting area
in Green Lake, Saskatchewan
– offering a choice of ducks or geese, field or water shooting
hunting in nearby fields or out in remote marshes. Join your host
Brian Hoffart with Bait Master Hunting Camps on a 3 day water
fowl hunt in Green Lake, Saskatchewan between September 1
to October 20, 2015. Hunter responsible for all license fees and
taxes. Trip can be extended for $500 per day. Extra hunters are
welcome as per price list. We thank Bait Master for this 100%
donation.
Teak 3 Piece Patio Set
Be the lucky owner of this beautiful 3-Piece Teak Patio Set! Teak
is valuable both for its elegance and its durability. Beyond its
beauty, it also possesses some natural properties that other
woods don't have. Teak has always been a prized material and
is found in Southeast Asian nations like Thailand, Burma and
Malaysia. Since the best wood furniture made from teak comes
from mature trees, it can take around 80 years before a teak tree
planted today is harvested for wood. You'll find an abundance
of natural oils and rubber locked right into the tight grain of
the wood. Because of this, teak has greater naturally weatherresistant
properties than just about any other type of wood.
The oils also protect the wood from dry rot, which is a common
problem in older wooden furniture. What's more, the oils and
rubber protect the heart of the wood from invaders like fungi
and parasites that can destroy other woods. All of this makes
teak a perfect material for outdoor furniture!
www.baitmaster.net
Brandon Bailey Fine Art
During his teens, the Game and Fish Department of Wyoming
gave Brandon his first commission. Although only 16 years old,
he was commissioned to create cover sketches for all State of
Wyoming Hunting Regulation Pamphlets. The Game and Fish
has since commissioned Brandon to do many other projects,
including numerous benefit and auction items.
Brandon has won many awards in art shows across the country
and has participated in shows where he has raised thousands of
dollars through art donations for the Wyoming Wildlife Heritage
Expo, The Moose Foundation, The Elk Foundation, The Sheep
Federation and Safari Club International. It is at these shows
that Brandon has met successful artists who have inspired him
as well as given him artistic input and advice.
Brandon specializes in western and wildlife art and is currently
working on an original piece that will be auctioned off at the
banquet!
www.bbaileyart.com
representation of work
Drake Dawson Alligator Hunt
5 day trophy Alligator Hunt for One Hunter and
One Non-Hunter within the Louisiana Swamps
One hunter and one non-hunter will join your host, Drake
Dawson of Safari Unlimited on a 5 day trophy Alligator hunt
within the Louisiana swamps (arrival point is New Orleans).
Hunt can be scheduled in 2015 or 2016 (limited availability
for 2015; must book before end of November to secure a 2015
reservation). Method of take is hunter’s choice of rifle, handgun,
muzzleloader or hook & line. Hunters can expect to harvest up to 8
alligators but only one over 10’ may be harvested without paying
additional trophy fee. A days fishing package to extend your trip
can be made to include super inshore fishing for big bull redfish,
sharks and sea trout. Hunt includes all food, beverages, spirits,
accommodations, professional guides, skinning, preparation of
hide, 20 pounds vacuumed packed choice meat, live music and
loads of good fun! If nonhunter
wants to shoot can
share in harvest and only
pay license fee of $150. If
extra hides are desired
they can be purchased at
market price. Hunter is
also responsible for cost of
hunting license at $150.
www.safariunlimitedworldwide.com
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NRA 30/30
Commemorative Rifle
Own a piece of history! The Winchester-
Western Division designed and built
this commemorative rifle in honor of
the 100th Anniversary of the founding
of the National Rifle Association. This
limited special issue Winchester Model
94 NRA Centennial 30/30 Lever action
Rifle was manufactured between
January 2, 1971 and December 31,
1971. This commemorative rifle comes
in its original box and with a Certificate
of Commemoration. We thank Brett
and Ronnie Johnston for this 100%
donation.
Northern Heli-Fishing
Seven (7) Day Helicopter Fly-in Fishing
Adventure for One Person
One lucky person will join Northern BC Heli-Fishing Adventures
for a remarkable seven (7) day helicopter fly-in fishing adventure!
Enjoy the pristine wilderness in the Northwest corner of British
Columbia as you fish some of the best Salmon and Steelhead
waters in the world. You will be targeting Giant Chinook Salmon
on the Taku and Nakina rivers. This is a remote camp setting
with rustic cabins, and is suited to all types and skill levels of
anglers. Trip to be scheduled between June 25 – July 20, 2015.
Purchaser responsible for travel to and from Whitehorse, YT
destination. We thank Northern BC Heli-Fishing Adventures for
this 100% donation.
www.nbchelifish.com
Mitch Strasia Knife
5th knife in series for the Drayton Valley Chapter of SCI
Alabama Damascus steel is used for this full tang custom made
knife. Custom file work along the top of tang and extends close
to the tip. The handle is constructed from Serpentine stone and
the bolsters are made from corral. A lanyard made from leather
and handmade beads (same material used in this knife) helps
highlight the beauty of the natural materials selected for this
knife.
The Custom made for knife display stand is a slab of maple burl
wood in the natural state. A piece of Damascus is used to hold
the knife and a glass plaque has the Drayton Valley Logo with 5th
knife in series etched into it.
There is also a handmade leather sheath and a certificate of
authenticity that come with this knife.
www.strasiaknives.com
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Canadian Finals Rodeo (Edmonton)
10 Person CFR Skybox Experience
You and 9 of your guests will join Leonard Claffey, our local
Servus Credit Union Bank Manager, for an evening of fun and
entertainment as you take in the 2014 CFR within a skybox
at Rexall Place in Edmonton. Included in package are tickets
to the Friday, November 7th evening show, a $1,000 credit
toward food and alcoholic beverages within the Skybox, and
two parking passes. We thank the Drayton Valley Servus Credit
Union Branch for this 100% donation.

New Zealand
Customized Tourism Package with Trophy Bull Tahr Hunt for 2 Hunters & 2 Observers
Join your hosts Bruce & Mieke Flett with New Zealand Hunting and Fishing Adventures
(previously operated as Ngahere Game Ranch) on a 6 day customized package consisting of 3
days of touring and 3 days of hunting. The itinerary is as follows:
Day 1. Arrive at Christchurch International Airport where you will be met and driven to Hanmer
Springs for an overnight stop. Here you will relax in the hot thermal springs and
recover from the journey to New Zealand.
Day 2. Today’s adventure will start with soaking up an early morning dip in the pools before
returning to Christchurch. First stop is a trip on the Gondola to the summit of Mt.
Cavendish, where from the lookout and restaurant you will overlook Christchurch city
and Lyttleton harbor, view the coastline, and in the distance the mighty Southeran
Alps. After descending, you will travel across the city to the Willowbank Wildlife
Sanctuary where you can view the New Zealand Kiwi, Tuatara lizard and numerous other native and endangered wildlife
species. You will have an overnight stay in Christchurch.
Day 3-5. The hunt of your dream begins. You will travel to Tahr Country, “Central South Island’s Southeran Alps”, where from a village
base you will helihunt 2 x trophy Bull Tahr (1 per hunter). Chamois can also be added at the normal trophy fee rates.
Day 6. Travel to Queenstown where you will complete your tour and prepare for your departure home.
One night accommodation included.
Package includes fully guided tour from pick up at Christchurch, to drop off in Queenstown, 6 nights (hotel/motel) accommodation, passes
to Hanmer Springs pools, Gondola ride, Willowbank Wildlife Sanctuary, trophy fees for 2 Tahr, Department of Conservation trophy license fees
for 2 Tahr ($1,000), up to 2 hours helicopter fly time, field dressing of trophies and delivery to local taxidermist. Not included are meals and
any personal expenses. Additional hunting days and trophy species can be added. Package must be used in April or May of 2015.
www.tournz.com
Alaska Fishing Trip
4 Day Alaskan Fishing Trip for 2 Anglers
Enjoy a 4 day/3 night fishing trip for two (2) people, double occupancy, subject to availability
during the 2015 or 2016 season from June 12 through to August 17 as you fish for King and
Silver Salmon, Halibut, Red Snapper and Lingcod with Waterfall Resort Alaska on Prince of
Wales Island outside of Ketchikan. Reservations can be made beginning September 30,
2014. The package for 2 people includes:
• Round-trip sea plane between Ketchikan, AK and Waterfall Resort
• Historic ocean-front Cottage or Lodge accommodations
• All meals including complimentary wine with dinner
• Daily housekeeping service
• Guided fishing from 25’ heated cabin cruisers
• All fishing tackle, bait, equipment and use of all-weather gear
• Fish cleaning, vacuum packing, freezing and wet-lock boxes for travel
• Alaska Airlines agent at the resort for easy return flight check-in
If you would like to share your Alaskan experience with family, friends or business associates,
Waterfall Resort would be happy to offer them 20% off the retail rate. Anglers are responsible for commercial airfare to Ketchikan and
baggage fees, Alaska Fishing License and Alaska King Salmon stamp tax, optional tournament entries and gratuities.
www.waterfallresort.com
Auction items listed in this newsletter are subject to change based
upon finalized arrangements with donors prior to banquet.
PLEASE CONTACT COBY MAHAN AT 780-542-7864
TO PICK-UP YOUR RESERVED TICKETS.
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6TH ANNUAL FUNDRAISING BANQUET
6TH ANNUAL
FUNDRAISING BANQUET
$20 Bundle Raffles
This year, the Banquet Committee is excited
to offer guests the following $20 bundle raffles
• Money Purse (with $1,000)
• Ground Blind / Skinning Kit
• LedgeLOKR & Moosberg 500 12 Gauge
• Youth Mini-Quad 110cc
• Patio Table & Elk Chandelier
• Teton Long Horn BBQ & T-Bones Gift Certificate
A variety of guns and merchandise will also be
offered as part of our $20 floor card raffles
5 Gun Rack Raffle
(tickets $10 each)
• Stoger M3500 12 Gauge
• Browning X-Bolt 300 Short Mag
• Savage Axis XP Predator 204 Ruger
• Weatherby Mark V Accumark 338-378 Mag
• 1895GS 45/70 Guide Gun
$50 Gun Raffle
Tickets $50/each (limit of 10)
• 7mm Remington Magnum
• 3 Barrel Shot Gun
Don’t be late! Doors open at 4:30pm Mackenzie Conference Centre
We look forward to seeing you on September 20th!
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5512 Industrial Road
Drayton Valley, AB T7A 1R5
780-621-0100
“Airbrushing at it’s finest”
Best known for our airbrushing
on all substrates, we also
have an amazing sign shop
with 19 years experience that
includes every type of signage
imaginable. From high class
acreage signs, corporate signs,
oilfield LSD’s, pipeline crossings,
and everything in between.
If you are not sure what we can do for you, just phone us!
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THANK YOU
We would like to extend a huge thank you to River Valley
Contractors for the provision of gravel and for grating
our roadway to ensure a “smooth” ride is experienced
by our senior visitors.
Thank You
The Fishing Dock was extremely busy over the summer
months with a number of groups getting great enjoyment
from their visits. Our Chapter extends a special thank
you to Shannon Davie for her dedication and many
hours spent hosting our Chapter visitors. Without her
contributions and passion for this chapter project, we
would not be able to host so many visitors. Her gift of
time is a blessing to so many.
Phone: 780-542-5334, 5105-51 Ave., Drayton Valley
Open Tuesday - Friday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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SCI 2015 CONVENTION
Meet Outfitters from around the world with over a thousand exhibitors!
Everything hunters need and dream about…
Visit www.ShowSCI.com or call 1-888-746-9724 for more information.
Representatives of the SCI Drayton Valley Chapter will be attending the convention to acquire donations for
our 2015 banquet. If there’s something you would like to see brought to the banquet please let us know.
Contact our Chapter President, Coby Mahan, at 780-542-7864 to share your ideas!
Join SCI Today!!!
www.scidraytonvalley.com
www.sci-canada.ca
D. Karach Welding
Office: 780-542-6534
Fax: 780-542-4534
E-mail: karweld@telus.net
5206 - 62nd Street
Box 6655
Drayton Valley, AB
T7A 1S1
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4TH ANNUAL HORN NIGHT
SCI - Drayton Valley Chapter
Invites you to our...
FOURTH ANNUAL
HORN NIGHT
Saturday, December 6th, 2014 at 7:00pm
Violet Grove Community Hall
Come out and enjoy a refreshment while looking at deer, moose,
and elk antlers from this year's hunting season and years past.
Anyone wishing to bring a set of antlers or horns to this event
will be entered into a draw for prizes to be given away that night!
(Only one entry per person)
Fishing and
Hunting Services
WANAKA new zealand
Gerald and Sue Telford
PO Box 312
79 Riverbank Road,
Wanaka, 9382
New Zealand
For more information please contact:
Coby Mahan, Chapter President 780-542-7864
Look forward to seeing you there!
Ph/Fax: 0064 (3) 443 9257
Mobile: 027 5 356 651
Email: info@flyfishhunt.co.nz
Web: www.flyfishhunt.co.nz
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Pipeline & Facility
Construction
Facility Maintenance
Quality Control
Fully Insured
Shop Welding
PHONE: 780-542-3578
CELL: 780-621-2530
FAX: 780-542-3608
6205 - 56th Ave., Box 7287 Drayton Valley, AB T7A 1S5

CUBAN BLUE BAG DELIVERY A SUCCESS
Dianne MacGregor, Colleen Soetaert and friends
embarked on a memorable trip to Cuba in April 2014
where they gladly delivered an SCI Drayton Valley Chapter
Humanitarian Blue Bag to a local school. The following
is a written excerpt from Colleen Soetaert’s travel
diary which she transcribed, describing the experience
both herself and her travel partners experienced while
delivering this Blue Bag…
"On April 1st we packed up all the items into the Blug Bag
which consisted of school supplies, clothing and toys for
young children which the SCI Drayton Valley Chapter had
acquired. We met with our contact and went to his house
to sort out the stuff for the school. We had a lovely visit
with him and his family and saw a typical Cuban house. In
his yard he has chickens, a pig, bananas, lemons and other
fruits. His mother and father in law, brother in law, aunt,
wife, and grandmother in-law, and two children all live in
the house. He feels they are very lucky as they have a
fridge, and some other appliances. The average Cuban
makes 30 pesos or dollars a month. Those who work
in hotels are better off as they get tips. A fridge costs
about $750 dollars so it takes many months to own a
fridge. They have rationed food so that no one starves,
but it is not enough for the month so they buy the rest
at an expensive place. We dropped the school supplies
at a school; we met the director (which is the principal)
and some children and teachers. We were not allowed to
take pictures. Four children met us in their uniforms. The
administration of the school was overwhelmed with the
items being gifted to them. Although it was a challenge
for our contact to arrange; it all worked out very well.
On a personal note.....
Our contact shares much of what he gets with others
less fortunate in his own community. We could tell he
is well respected and our driver indicated to us, that this
man was well liked and appreciated. Our contact felt bad
that we had issues at the airport, but indicated that they
are a proud country and “the powers that be” would not
appreciate being looked upon as a country in need. Our
contact`s family was overwhelmed with the generosity
for the school and for all the little children. I was sent
pictures of the children but was asked not to share them
publicly. Despite the subterfuge of our little excursion, I
know our contact would willingly do it again, but would
suggest bringing the items in a regular suitcase amidst
ones own clothing and no candy as a dog will sniff that
out.
Below are parts of 2 different emails that he has sent me,
you will see by his comments how very grateful he is."
Hi there Colleen
I hope you and all the group are fine. I apologize for the delay
to write back to you, I have no justification. As promised I am
sending some pictures of the children I help in my personal
program that I call "Put A Smile on a Child" Thank you very
much for your GREAT CONTRIBUTION!!! I took advantage
that my house (my in-laws's) is the seat of a Government
program we call "Educate your child" where children over two
and under 5 who are not attending nursery school go there
twice a week and a teacher teaches them, food habits, how
to dress by themselves, the colors, to tell a short story, to sing
a song, the geometric shapes, etc. Then this day we made a
party for the children and I took advantage to deliver them
clothes from the ones you brought.
These pictures are only meant for you, not to publish in any
means of communication of any kind.
I will send a few more and some that I took before I met you.
Love to all GOOD PEOPLE.
_____________________________________________
Hi there Colleen,
It is very nice to hear from you. We are fine.
I told you, we people who work here in Cayo Coco are blessed
to have the job we have and we get a lot, so for me it is a duty
to share with those who have not the same possibilities and
are in need. People like your friends and you are the people
that this world needs.
Love to all
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MEMBERSHIP
We know that the strength of our chapter is held in the membership that you maintain. We
thank you for your support. An active membership provides you with this newsletter along
with SCI International publications which both keep you up to date on the world of SCI,
and provide input and stories about local and international efforts that your membership
is supporting. Should you not be receiving your mail from SCI International please contact
Adam Schwengler at 780-621-0100. You should receive your literature within two months
of signing up. We are requesting of our members to provide us with their email addresses so
that we can develop an email distribution group to keep our members informed of meetings
and events that all Chapter members are welcome to attend. You can share this with us
by sending us an email at board@scidraytonvalley.com. Thank you for your support and
for being part of a local volunteer effort that is dedicated to creating memorable outdoor
memories for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts alike. If you are aware of a potential new
or renewing member, please encourage them to contact Adam Schwengler, Membership
Chair at 780-621-0100.
Welcome to our new members….
Jason Uhryn
Laura Uhryn
Jonas Prysliak
Jennifer Prysliak
Brad Holinaty
Matt Middlemiss
and Gordon Kelly, a new life member!
Our strength as a chapter is rooted in our membership and SCI Drayton Valley
is honored to welcome you as new members.
Join SCI Today!!!
www.scidraytonvalley.com
www.sci-canada.com
CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS
We are pleased to provide the opportunity for you to
promote your business and to share items you might want
to sell. Costs are based on two issues per year:
Business Card $50
¼ page $100
½ page $200
full page $400
front inside or
back inside/outside $500
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Broiled Trout Kabobs
2 lbs Trout Steaks
1 Cup Chili Sauce
1/3 Cup Salad Oil
1/4 Cup Lemon Juice
2 Tbsp Brown Sugar
2 Tsp Celery Salt
1/8 Tsp Tabasco Sauce
Remove skins and bones from trout and cut
into 1 inch cubes. Combine remaining ingredients to make a sauce. Marinate trout cubes in sauce for several
hours, then drain and serve on skewers. Broil over coals or in broiler, turning and basting occasionally with
sauce, until trout flakes easily when tested with a fork, about 10 minutes.
Engine, Compressor
& Pump Services
780-542-5845
Box 6608
Drayton Valley, AB
T7A 1S1
780-542-5846
Fax:780-514-3520
Cell: 780-542-0731
5513 - 50 Avenue,
P.O. Box 6875
Drayton Valley, AB
T7A 1S2
Cell: 780-514-6589
Fax: 780-542-5644
www.dvrentals.ca
GREG HARTMAN
ph: 780-514-3380
fax: 780-514-3381
Leonard Claffey
Branch Manager
Drayton Valley Branch
Box 6908, 5506 - 50 Street
Drayton Valley, AB T7A 1S3
leonard.claffey@servus.ca
t: 780.542.2496 ext 67223
c: 780.898.2489
f: 780.542.1558
servus.ca
machine & welding ltd.
Box 5341
Drayton Valley, AB
T7A 1R5
5428 - Industrial Rd.
e-mail: bwmw@telus.net
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Box 5333
Drayton Valley, Alberta T7A 1R5
Phone: 780-542-2706 Fax: 780-542-2766
CFI Energy Services Corp. is a local oilfield instrumentation and electrical company
which has been operating since September 2006.
We are an established company which, at the present time, employs over 30
technicians complete with trucks and equipment ready to complete the jobs
required by the customer. The company services a wide variety of oil and gas
gathering systems in and around Drayton Valley. Our main priority is field work;
however we can accomodate shop work as well.
Some of the Instrumentation & Electrical services we provide, but are not
limited to include:
• Instrumentation & Electrical Oilfield Construction
• Instrumentation & Electrical Oilfield Maintenance
• Developing & Maintaining Shutdown/Calibration Binders
• Installation of Scada Systems
• Meter Calibrations (DriFlo, Zedi, EChart, Floboss, Roc, Bristol, CMS)
• Pump Jack VFD Service & Installations
• Installation of Line Heaters & Flare Igniter Ignition Systems
• Callout Systems
• Fire & Gas Calibrations
• Programming Services
• Frabrication & Installation of Facility Truck In Metering Systems