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Official Newsletter of SCI-Drayton Valley Chapter VOLUME 10 | ISSUE 1 | FEBRUARY 2017
EDGE
SCI 2016 ANNUAL HUNTERS CONVENTION
2017 NASP PROVINCIALS
THIS YEAR'S SUMMER CAMP OUT
2017 CALL OF THE WILD
CHAPTER ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
SCI – DRAYTON VALLEY CHAPTER
RECOGNIZED AS
2016
YEAR
CHAPTER OF THE

2016
2017
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OUR MISSION
Coby Mahan
President
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.
Bill Davie
Vice President
Dann Klammer
Humanitarian Chair/Treasurer
Rob Kubicek
Director
Jayson Ness
Director
Greg Hartman
Director/Conservation Chair
Everett Ness
Director/Hunter Training Chair
Barb Bowen
Director/Membership Chair
SCI - Drayton Valley Chapter
Coby Mahan, President
Box 6534 Drayton Valley, Alberta T7A 1R9
Phone: 780.542.7864 | Email: pcmahan@gmail.com
www.scidraytonvalley.com

PRESIDENT`S
MESSAGE
Hello Members,
SCI convention is once again over for this year. As I attended
various meetings, there was a lot of talk at convention this
year about the constant attacks on your right to hunt in North
America. These attacks in Canada and especially British
Columbia and Alberta are at an all time high.
B.C. is about to have a provincial election and the GO ABC
is raising the alarm about a very possible NDP government
getting back in. The NDP have promised to close the grizzly
bear hunt in British Columbia, thus ever stopping the chance
of Alberta’s grizzly hunt from ever reopening. Something that
would have happened had we not elected an NDP government
in Alberta. At the Board Meeting, SCI Chapters offered up
$60,000 to help Go ABC to try and stop the grizzly closure in
British Columbia.
Back here in Alberta there is a Calgary based man who has
started an organization to end trophy hunting in Africa, and
as well right here in your back yard Alberta. He is well funded
and is a serious threat to our rights as hunters (read more
about this in the newsletter).
I believe the time is in front of us to support hunting like
never before. Please consider donating to the United Hunters
Fund, supporting SCI and our local chapter. Your way of life is
depending on it. Fight the antis who are so eager to attack it.
Good Hunting
Coby Mahan
President
SCI – Drayton Valley Chapter
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Hunter's Edge is distributed twice
per year in February and August.
Closing Date for Next Newsletter Submission
July 1, 2017
Send your submissions to us at
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8TH ANNUAL FUNDRAISING
BANQUET HIGHLIGHTS
The SCI Drayton Valley Chapter hosted a world class
banquet this past September offering guests a variety
of trips from all over the world, raffles and an extensive
silent auction. We always enjoying hosting this annual
event and appreciate the support we receive from
our chapter members and local community.
Chapter Board of Directors
Left to right - Barb Bowen, JeanAnn Teliske, Bill Davie,
Everett Ness, Greg Hartman, Dann Klammer, Coby Mahan
(missing from photo – Jason Ness, Rob Kubicek)
The SCI Drayton Valley Chapter Board of
Directors extend a special thank you to the
volunteers who worked tirelessly toward the
banquets success:
Adrienne Zenko
Barb Lively
Barb Ness
Cabelas
Dianne Sawley
Drayton Valley Toyota
Elisha Reid
Jackelyn Muth
Jason St. Michael
Jaylyn Ness
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Ken Nicholson
Krista Nicholson
Mason Kuhn
Michele Sadegian
Mona Mayan
Samantha Geurtin
Shawn Cameron
Shawna St. Michael
Shirley Mahan
Theresa Hartman
Join SCI Today!!!
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THANK YOU
ALL ONCE AGAIN!
We look forward to seeing you at our
2017 Call of The Wild
Banquet on September 16th!
Secure your Banquet Tickets in advance
by calling Coby at 780-542-7864.
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SCI - DRAYTON VALLEY CHAPTER
WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS SINCERE
APPRECIATION AND THANKS
TO OUR BANQUET DONORS:
BRANDON BAILEY
FINE ART
Live Auction
DIAMOND SPONSORS ($5,000 +)
Drayton Valley
Toyota
Feat. Drink & Surprise
Back Pack Raffle
D&L
Outfitters
Live Auction
PLATINUM SPONSORS ($2,500 - $4,999)
Hacienda
Cerritos
Resorts
Live Auction
Northern BC
HeliFishing
Live Auction
Live Auction
Telford
Live Auction
RINCON
OUTFITTERS
Live Auction
Live Auction
Live Auction
Outdoor Firepit Bundle
Outdoor Firepit Bundle
Live Auction
GOLD SPONSORS ($1,000 - $2,499)
Arctic Spas
(Thorsby)
InfraRed
Sauna Bundle
CJ Metal
Erectors Ltd.
DJI Phantom
Drone Bundle
Richert
Contract
Operating
Floor Raffle
Live Auction
BC
Sportfishing
Group
Live Auction
DAVID GREEN FURRIER
60" TV Bundle, 5 Gun Raffle
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Live Auction

THANK
YOU
Big West Machine
& Welding
Silent Auction
Shirley Mahan,
Brazeau County
Councillor
Floor Raffle
SILVER SPONSORS ($500 - $999)
Top Notch
5 Gun Raffle
Trails End Taxidermy
Taxidermy Certificates
Ted Beath Welding
Floor Raffle
Quigley Scopes
Silent Auction
Stitches & Dreams
Silent Auction
Brazeau County
Floor Raffle
J. Linton
Silent Auction
Trophy Book Archery
Silent Auction
Len-Car
Silent Auction
Evergreen
Gun Club
Silent Auction
The Brick
Silent Auction
AHEIA
Silent Auction
Hub Insurance
5 Gun Raffle
BRONZE SPONSORS ($0 - $499)
Mixers
Live Auction Wine Sponsor
KPA
Money Purse Bundle
Blackmore
Sporting Clays
Silent Auction
Rosemarie Mayan
Silent Auction
Hayduk Picker
Service
Money Purse Bundle
RPM Trucking
Floor Raffle
If we have missed listing a donor please accept our apology. We would ask that you
please let us know so that we can ensure to include you in future publications.
Special Thanks is extended to
Apex Monarch
Floor Raffle
Julie's Windows,
Kitchens, Bed & Bath
Silent Auction.
for providing all of the mounts this evening
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OUR CHAPTER ACHIEVEMENTS
2015-2016
Through the 2015/2016 year the SCI – Drayton Valley Chapter experienced great successes and attained huge
goals in support of SCI’s mission toward hunting conservation, education and humanitarian endeavors. One
of our most memorable occasions was the privilege of being awarded the 2015 International Chapter of The
Year Award.
We continue our pride and commitment toward our major humanitarian project; our Fishing Dock for seniors
residing within care centres and individuals with disabilities. Our local Board and Chapter members have
contributed in excess of 800 volunteer hours toward the operation and maintenance of the dock this year.
Over the summer months we have been very fortunate to have a variety of user groups visit the dock, with
some seniors groups travelling from two hours away to visit our facility and enjoy the benefits it has to offer.
In total this summer we have had over 200 individuals visit the dock!
In support of SCIFs mission on a global scale, our Chapter was one again extremely pleased to be involved in
the delivery of numerous Blue Bags this past year to various third world countries.
As part of our commitment to sustain our hunting heritage and providing our youth the opportunity to enjoy
the great outdoors, we facilitated a youth hunter training program in April 2016 within our community of
Drayton Valley. This program is free of charge to youth 12 to 17 years of age. This year we had 14 youth
participants, 2 adults and 3 volunteers from our Board of Directors participate in the program.
The Drayton Valley Chapter of Safari Club International is very proud to continue their support of the National
Archery in Schools Program (NASP). Over the past year we maintained our current commitment to the
program by way of supporting needed upgrades to current school participants kits. We also supported the St.
Anthony’s Drayton Valley Mini-Shoot through the provision of trophies and medals for the youth participants.
Of significant mention is our involvement in the coordination of the 2016 NASP Provincial Shoot right here
in Drayton Valley in partnership with the Brazeau Bowbenders and AHEIA. This shoot saw over 1000+ youth
archers participate in the 4 day event held within the WellHouse Supply building. This venue was provided to
us through the generosity of Judy Sweet. It was an amazing event! Drayton Valley is extremely proud to be
one of the most involved and recognized NASP communities in Alberta. Since its inception our Chapter has
committed in excess of $110,000 toward the NASP program. It is our greatest hope that this program brings a
new level of enjoyment to those students who may not have had the chance to shoot target archery, and that
our local youth’s participation in the program may spark an enjoyment for the outdoors and all that it has to
offer! Our goal is that this outdoor educational opportunity will impact children for years to come and raise
awareness for Safari Club International and its educational efforts. The NASP Program is a great addition to our
educational system and we hope it brings great enjoyment to all involved!
Over the past year our conservation efforts have focused on aiding Safari Club International in their endeavors
toward science base conservation worldwide.
To you, our members and supporters we thank you for your many contributions. It is your commitment and
support of the SCI Drayton Valley Chapter that has contributed to the accomplishments that have been achieved.
If you are not yet a member of SCI, please do consider joining SCI tonight to help the only organization that will
protect your freedom to hunt.
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SCI - DRAYTON VALLEY HOSTING
The SCI Drayton Valley Chapter is excited to once again be hosting the NASP Provincial Tournament.
The 2017 event will take place in the community of Drayton Valley from April 26-29. SCI Drayton
Valley, in partnership with the Brazeau BowBenders and AHEIA, will be coordinating this event.
The 2017 NASP (National Archery in the Schools Program) Provincial Tournament will welcome
over 900 archers in Grades 4-12 from our local community and across Alberta as these represent
their schools and compete for top prizes in individual and team categories.
We are excited about our new venue to host the NASP Provincial shoot. This year’s event will
take place at the vacant WellHouse building situated at 5416 Industrial Road (across from RCMP
detachment). We extend our gratitude to Judy Sweet for making this venue available to us.
The archery tournament will feature some wonderful athletes, but in addition spectators and
competitors will be welcome to participate in fishing, hunting, and archery games available at
the location. We welcome you to come take in the event!
To host an event of this magnitude takes a number of individuals. If you or someone you know
might be interested in volunteering their time to assist on tournament dates please reach out to
our NASP Coordinator, Sarah Hermann by email at Sarah.hermann@servus.ca.
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April 26 to 29, 2017

SCI 2017 CONVENTION - LAS VEGAS, NEVADA
SCI Drayton Valley Chapter representatives attendance at the
annual convention is critical to our chapters success. Presence at
the convention has allowed us the opportunity to create lasting
relationships with numerous outfitters and SCI Representatives
from around the world. Our presence at convention, along with
the recognition we have received over the years has resulted in
our chapter being known and respected on an international scale.
At this year’s February convention, the SCI Drayton Valley Chapter
was recognized as the 2016 SCI Chapter of the Year!
Chapter representatives were able to solidify some wonderful
outdoor opportunities which will be featured at our 9th Annual
Call of the Wild fundraiser on September 16th.
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2017 SCI - Drayton Valley Chapter
Call of The Wild
9th Annual Fundraising Banquet
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2017
MacKenzie Conference Centre
Drayton Valley, Alberta
Doors Open at 4:30pm * Dinner at 7:00pm
Gun & Floor Raffles Commence at 4:30pm
PRELIMINARY HIGHLIGHTS:
With the Call of The Wild fundraising
banquet fast approaching we are
pleased to give you a preliminary
overview of the incredible local and
international outdoor adventures and
merchandise that will be available at
the banquet:
ZULU NYALA
South African Photo Safari for 2
www.zulunyala.com
KEYAH GRANDE
www.huntatkeyahgrande.com
BRANDON
BAILEY
Grizzly Bear Original Painting
(being completed in studio at time of printing)
www.bbaileyart.com
DAKOTA OUTFITTERS
Whitetail Deer Hunt For 1 Hunter
www.DakotaOutfittersLLC.com
BRIAN PETERSON MASTER GUIDE
5 Day Alaska Fishing Trip for 2 Anglers
www.ugakbay.com
BC NORTHERN HELI-FISHING
6 Day Helicopter Fly-in Fishing
Adventure For 1 Angler
www.nbchelifish.com
ALASKA’S D&L OUTFITTERS
7 Day Goat Hunt for 1 Hunter
www.alaska-d-l-outfitters.com
LAUREL BARBIERI
Beyond Giclee
www.laurelbarbieri.com
WOW SAFARIS
South Africa Safari for 4 Hunters
www.wowafrica.com
MITCH STRASIA
Custom Knife
www.strasiaknives.com
TELFORD HUNTING
5 Day Red Stag Hunt for
1 Hunter and 1 Non-Hunter
www.flyfishhunt.co.nz
DOUBLE DIAMOND OUTFITTERS
Texas Exotic Ranch Hunt
for Axis Deer
www.huntdoublediamond.com
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Watch for further details about our September 16th banquet
offerings in our September issue of Hunters Edge!
To secure your banquet tickets please contact Coby Mahan at 780-542-7864.
$100 each (tables of 8 or 10 available)

SUMMER
CamP
Out
We welcome all Chapter members and their
families to participate in our 7th Annual
Summer Camp Out!
June 16 - 18, 2017
At the Brazeau BowBenders Archery Range
There is lots of room for campers
Please contact Coby Mahan at 780-542-7864
to register for this fun event.
There will be opportunities for some great
outdoor fun, a chance to walk the 3D archery
range, and loads of activities and prizes for
everyone…not to mention the chance for some
great conversation!
Hope to see you there!

FISHING DOCK
We are patiently awaiting spring and the reopening of the Drayton Valley SCI Fishing Dock.
Preparations are already being made to ensure that we can welcome as many guests, if
not more, than last year! In order to meet the needs of all of our user groups, we are
looking for volunteers to assist us this summer.
If you are interested in contributing some of your time at the dock, please contact Shannon
Davie at 780-542-6777 as this will help to create a volunteer list that can be accessed once
the dock opens. As an SCI member you can see first hand the difference your membership
makes upon the lives of our community members.

Moose Fajitas
SERVES 4 (2 to 3 Fajitas per person)
INGREDIENTS
• 1 to 1½ lb moose steak
• ¼ cup canola oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 sweet red, green or yellow peppers, thinly sliced
• 12 flour tortillas
• 1 cup fajita sauce
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• 2 yellow onions, thinly sliced
DIRECTIONS
• Trim all fat from steak. Slice thinly across the grain into 1x2-inch strips. Marinate in fajita sauce for several hours or overnight in refrigerator.
• Preheat oven to 350°F. Remove meat from marinade (keep marinade). Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a cast iron skillet over high heat. Add
meat and brown, taking care not to overcook. After 4 to 5 minutes, add fajita sauce marinade and season with salt and pepper. Simmer
for 5 minutes or until sauce thickens slightly.
• In a separate pan, sauté garlic, onions and peppers in 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Season with salt and pepper. Meanwhile,
warm tortillas in a covered dish in oven.
• Fill one platter with moose strips and another with vegetables. Serve tortillas in the warming dish, along with small bowls of grated
Monterey Jack cheese, tomato, salsa, sour cream and guacamole.
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SCI NEEDS YOUR HELP TO STAND UP FOR HUNTING
Friends,
We’ve all seen the increasing attacks on hunting
in Canada and beyond by professional activists
like Mike Donovan and Ban Trophy Hunting Ltd
who have invoked the holocaust, slavery, rape and
wartime violence to describe lawful hunting.
As an organization, SCI-Calgary has taken Donovan
head on and was successful in getting a court
ruling that has required him to remove defamatory
comments from social media, and in the same
ruling the Alberta courts held that trophy hunting
is a lawful commercial activity.
Donovan and his organization are now seeking to
ban trophy hunting in Alberta and British Columbia,
bringing this fight much closer to home.
Working with the SCI Canada, SCI-Calgary has
just launched the ‘United Hunters Fund’ http://
unitedhuntersfund.com in an effort to educate
and advocate for hunting, fishing and trapping
in Canada and directly take on threats like those
posed by Donovan and his many supporters.
YOUTH HUNTER TRAINING COURSE
As you’re well aware, unlike Mike Donovan and
the anti-hunting activists, we are not a well funded
organization that benefits from large, anonymous,
agenda driven donations. We rely on the support
of real people who share our mission.
Today, I’m asking for your help in raising funds
for the United Hunters Fund so that we can stand
up for hunting and fight back against the lies and
attacks we face together.
We’ve set a fundraising target of $100,000 over
the next 90 days to give us a strong starting point
and I’m hoping you will join this effort by donating
what you can through our crowdfunding site
https://unitedhuntersfund.com/donate.
While you’re on our Donations page, please click
‘share campaign’ and share our page with your
friends on Facebook or Twitter as well.
It is extremely important that as hunters we stand
together and stand up for hunting. If not us, who
will?
SCI Drayton Valley Chapter will be offering a
Youth Hunter Training Course in the Spring of
2017. The course dates are as follows:
March 22
March 23
March 24
March 25
5:00-8:00pm
5:00-8:00pm
8:30am-5:00pm
8:30am-5:00pm
The Hunter Training Course is being offered
free of charge to youth 12 to 17 years
of age. If you have a child, or know of
someone who may be interested in taking
the course, please contact
Everett Ness
Hunter Training Coordinator
780-542-0711
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WELCOME
to our new members...
Dwayne Winter
Dylan Kubicek
Kevin Karach
Our strength as a chapter is rooted in our
membership and SCI Drayton Valley is honored
to welcome you as new members.
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