March 2020 Newsletter

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EDGE
Official Newsletter of SCI-Drayton Valley Chapter VOLUME 13 | ISSUE 1 | MARCH 2020
2019 BANQUET HIGHLIGHTS
SCI ANNUAL HUNTERS
CONVENTION OUTCOMES
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
ST. ANTHONY’S ANNUAL NASP SHOOT
MACMILLAN RIVER MOOSE RAFFLE
AHEIA YOUTH CAMP

PRESIDENT`S MESSAGE
Hello all members,
Guiding our lives and just taking care of ourselves is the number one goal we all have in these
troubled times. Not only has the COVID-19 pandemic affected each and every one of us, but
regionally the price of oil has slowed the Alberta economy in a way I have never seen before.
Although it is difficult I believe we will get through this; we are Albertans, strong hard working
people and we all have a will to want better for ourselves and our children.
Even though the world has slowed down, SCI International has continued and will continue to
keep fighting for the way of life we all enjoy. The important meetings have all be rescheduled
for teleconference now inclusive of the May Board Meeting, SCI Canada meetings, and Alberta
Coalition meetings, ensuring that SCI is still here to protect your freedom to hunt in this great
province of ours.
As our Board of the Drayton Valley Chapter moves forward we do plan to stay committed to
our community, staying focused
on continued support of our
local programs and a continued
presence with the Alberta
Coalition helping Government
with decisions that protect
conservation and hunting
opportunities in Alberta.
To you our membership, I wish
all of us to stay strong, and when
life returns to normal SCI Drayton
Valley will continue to be a leader
in our community.
Good Hunting
Coby Mahan
President, SCI – Drayton Valley Chapter
CHECK US OUT ONLINE!
www.scidraytonvalley.com
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per year in February and August.
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July 1, 2020
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SCI - Drayton Valley Chapter charity raffle benefitting the conservation, humanitarian and educational initiatives of the Chapter.
YUKON MOOSE RAFFLE
SCI - DRAYTON VALLEY CHAPTER - Box 6534, Drayton Valley, AB T7A 1R9
www.scidraytonvalley.com
www.mrahunts.com
TICKETS
ON SALE
NOW!
A 10 DAY YUKON MOOSE HUNT
FOR ONE HUNTER WITH
MACMILLAN RIVER ADVENTURES
Hunt to be taken mid September - mid October 2021
based on outfitter availability.
Transportation to/from Whitehorse not included.
Total Prize Package Value $32,000
Raffle License #532911 | 500 Tickets Printed
$100 for 1 Ticket
WINNING TICKET TO BE DRAWN SEPTEMBER 19, 2020
Alaska Yukon moose hunts take place in over 2.5 million
acres throughout the MacMillan River area. Their
moose hunting area maintains the highest population
of Alaska Yukon moose in the Yukon. They hunt in over
20 established horse and boat camps. Clients often
harvest some of the best Alaska Yukon Moose in the
territory because of the moose population, camp
setups, and hunting methods.
Outfitter: Don Lind @ 780-523-4455
don@yukonhuntingoutfitters.com
Winner will be drawn on September 19, 2020. Entrants must be at least 18 years of age to enter. Winner need not be present to win.
Prize must be accepted by winner as awarded. No cash value. Some restrictions apply.
For Tickets Call Coby Mahan at 780-514-9653 or Eric Moland at 780-915-0035

11TH ANNUAL CALL OF THE
WILD BANQUET HIGHLIGHTS
The SCI Drayton Valley Chapter once again hosted
a successful event this past September offering
attendees with trips around the world, merchandise
raffles and an extensive silent auction. A fun time
was had by all!
The SCI Drayton Valley Chapter Board
of Directors extend a special thank you
to the volunteers who worked tirelessly
toward the banquets success:
Alana O’Claire
Barb Ness
Birdy Ness
Cabelas Windermere
Cecile Shewfelt
Elisha Reid
Eric Sieben
Heather Reid
John Fidler
Jordan Ness
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Jordan Allard
Len Westerlund
Leslie Lambert
Mason Kuhn
Ron Klammer
Servus Credit Union
Shannon Davie
Tam Sieben
Tammy Werk
William Smith
Chapter Board of Directors
Coby Mahan, Bill Davie, Dan Klammer, Everett Ness, Kara Westerlund,
Brian Smith, Penny-Lees Smith, Real Chalifoux
(missing from photo Dean Baumann, Eric Moland)
In light of our
COVID-19 Pandemic,
2020 Banquet Details
to come...
Join SCI Today!!!
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THANK YOU
ALL ONCE AGAIN!
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SCI - DRAYTON VALLEY CHAPTER
WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS SINCERE APPRECIATION
AND THANKS TO OUR BANQUET DONORS:
DIAMOND SPONSORS ($5,000 +)
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SILVER SPONSORS ($500 - $999)
Alberta
BowBenders
Association
Firearm/Merchandise Raffle
Apex Monarch
Firearm/Merchandise Raffle
Arctic Spa Thorsby
Silent Auction
Buck Yah
(Mitch & Shawn Reimer)
Silent Auction & Table Token
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Firearm/Merchandise Raffle
Mixers Liquor Store
Live Auction Wine Sponsor
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Servus Credit Union
Firearm/Merchandise Raffle
Top Notch
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Westerlund's
Oilfield Services
Firearm/Merchandise 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.
BRONZE SPONSORS ($0 - $499)
Advantage
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Bunny Raffle
Home Hardware
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Hunter’s Path
Silent Auction
IGA Drayton Valley
Silent Auction
Leslie Lambert
Silent Auction
United Truck & Machine
Silent Auction
Please join us for the SCI Drayton Valley Chapter
ANNUAL GENERAL
MEETING
May 28, 2020 - 7:00pm
via teleconference
Dial in number: 1-855-703-8985 Meeting ID: 850 182 313
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AHEIA Youth Hunter Education Camp
The SCI Drayton Valley Chapter is thrilled to be providing sponsorship to support five youth in attending the
2020 Youth Hunter Education Camp facilitated by AHEIA from July 5-10, July 12-17, July 19-24 or July 26-31.
This is a five-day event of fun-filled learning activities with experts sharing their knowledge and providing
instruction in the Alberta Conservation and Hunter Education Program, the Canadian Firearms Safety Course
and much more! The camps are held at Alford Lake Conservation Education Centre for Excellence which is
located approximately one-half hour drive West of Caroline in the spectacular foothills of the Rocky Mountains.
If you have a child, or know of a youth, 12 to 17 years of age who may be interested in attending the camp this
is their chance to submit an entry for this opportunity. Here is what you have to do:
• Please have your child/youth submit a short story to us sharing what they enjoy the most about the outdoors
and why they would like to attend this camp. Youth applicants whose parent/grandparent is a member of
SCI-DV will be given first priority.
• Mail this story to us at Box 6534, Drayton Valley, AB T7A 1R9 for arrival no later than May 1st.
• All applications will be reviewed and five youth chosen to attend the camp with all expenses paid (with the
exception of transportation to and from the camp). Camp value of $414.75.
• Chosen youth will be notified by May 31st.
• Any parents/adults interested in volunteering at the camp; please include this with the youth’s story
submission as well!
• Youth attending the camp will be looked upon to write a story about their experience at camp and submit to
us along with photos to share in an upcoming edition of Hunter’s Edge.
These camps are restricted to those youngsters who have not previously attended the AHEIA Youth Hunter
Education Camp or already possess either their Hunter Education or Canadian Firearm Program certifications.
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This initiative will be dependent upon the status of COVID

OUR CHAPTER ACHIEVEMENTS
2018-2019
The SCI – Drayton Valley Chapter
throughout 2018 and 2019 focused their
efforts on a number of initiatives within
our local community, province and on a
global scale.
The Chapter was very proud to continue
their support of the National Archery
in Schools Program (NASP) by way of
supporting local schools with their
equipment needs. We also once again
supported the St. Anthony’s Drayton
Valley Mini-Shoot in February 2019
through the provision of trophies and
medals for the youth participants.
We were also pleased to partner with
the Kin Club as a sponsor for their Annual
STARS Tournament. This provided us the
opportunity to raise awareness of the SCI
Drayton Valley Chapter. We were excited
to be hosts to a hole in one; unfortunately,
the prize was not awarded!
As part of our commitment to sustain
our hunting heritage and provide youth
the opportunity to enjoy the great
outdoors, our Chapter was once again
pleased to host a youth hunter training
course in April 2019 facilitated by our
Hunter Training Chair, Everett Ness. The
class of 6 students learned the basics
of hunter education, survival, wildlife
identification, first aid and hunting rules
and regulations. In addition, we also
sponsored four youth to attend the
AHEIA Youth Hunter Training Camp.
On a provincial scale, the Big Horn Back
Country was a primary focal point for our
Chapter this past year. Representatives
attended meetings and rallies to ensure
a strong a united voice was heard in
support of continued access to these
natural areas.
The Chapter was also pleased to begin
developing a relationship with the
Alberta Society of Professional Biologists
in collaboration with the Alberta Coalition
of SCI Chapters.
Continued efforts also took place in
strengthening the Alberta Coalition,
consisting of our four Alberta SCI
Chapters – Drayton Valley, Red Deer,
Calgary and Badlands. The coalition
focused efforts on the development of
strategic and marketing plans providing a
focused direction for Alberta Chapters in
addressing provincial hunting challenges.
One significant accomplishment to
mention is that the SCI Alberta Coalition
is pleased to now hold a seat on the
AGMAG governing board to help guide
the future of hunting within Alberta.
The AGMAG is directly responsible for
amendments to the hunting regulations
and rules/regulations around the hunting
draw system. In addition, the SCI Alberta
Coalition this fall will be attending a
meeting with Honorable Jason Nixon,
Minister of Environment to discuss SCIs
top five concerns and recommendations
for consideration to affect change within
our province in support of hunting.
Our Blue Bag Humanitarian Program was
also well supported this year through the
provision of one bag in partnership with
Hearts for Lushoto. An additional two
bags were also shared with a primary
school within the Kwazulu Natal region
of South Africa containing essential
school supplies and venison delivered by
the Mahan family.
Looking into the coming year, our Chapter
is committed to sending additional youth
to the AHEIA youth summer camp, and
also partner with Cabela’s to support
inner-city youth to attend as well. We
will also continue to be deeply invested
within our local NASP program in schools.
We are always open to suggestions from
our membership as to focused projects
that fall within our mandate. If you have
an idea, please share it with us!
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48 TH ANNUAL
HUNTERS' CONVENTION
RENO SPARKS CONVENTION CENTRE
FEBRUARY 5 - 8, 2020
Visit www.ShowSCI.com or call
1-888-746-9724 for more information
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.
Chapter representatives were able to solidify some wonderful
outdoor opportunities; however, in light of our current
economic crisis, our 2020 Banquet is currently on hold.
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St. Anthony’s Annual NASP Shoot
was held on February 22nd. It was an
opportunity for youth to participate in a
NASP archery friendly competition and
to better prepare participants for NASP
provincials, which was held in Edmonton
in March 2020. SCI Drayton Valley
Chapter once again was a proud sponsor
of the tournament trophies and awards
for the youth participants.
A special thank you is extended to
Heather Rominick for her dedication and
passion of NASP and for coordinating
this wonderful event! SCI Drayton Valley
will continue to support NASP within our
schools as part of our commitment toward
ensuring youth have an opportunity to
learn more about the sport of archery
and all that our great outdoors offers.
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Zebra Cake
Ingredients
1 - 9 ounce package chocolate wafers
2 cups Whipped cream
Directions
Dab 1/2 teaspoon whipped cream
on each wafer. Stack wafers together
on a serving plate to make a log 14
inches long. Frost log with remaining
whipped cream. Cover with plastic
wrap and freeze 4 to 6 hours. Let thaw
in refrigerator for one hour. To serve,
slice at a 45 degree angle for the full
zebra stripe effect.
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AFRICAN BLUE BAG DELIVERY
Our family had longed with anticipation for our
African holiday and all the adventures that would
come our way. One miraculous adventure that filled
our hearts with joy was the opportunity to deliver
an SCI Humanitarian Blue Bag to the KwaZuluNatal
local primary school as part of WOW Africa’s
iThemba project (meaning “Hope” in the native Zulu
language), which is aimed at funding and supporting
local schools and scholars.
We were filled with excitement as we departed WOW
Africa Madaka Game Ranch with our Blue Bag and
variety of venison for the school. Upon approaching
the closed school gate entrance a small group of
children ran out to open the gate and greet us with
their radiant smiles. My heart was overflowing with
emotion. This small three dwelling school house
was set deep into the African landscape. The 118
students walked from every direction to be there;
each adorning their navy blue school uniform and
being under the best behavior.
The principal of the school accompanied us through
the property. We entered the cook house where the
lady chef prepared the daily meal within large metal
pots a top a bed of coals in a corner stone fireplace.
The cook, a very friendly lady, was pleased and most
receptive to have her photo taken with Hannah
and Adam. Today for lunch was soup and rice. The
children start school at 7am and the school day ends
at 2pm.
The children congregated in the school yard and
lined up by grade in preparation to receive their
lunch meal. The youngest were first. As they waited
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the principal and teachers encouraged and led the
children in Zulu song and dance for us. The sounds,
movements, joy and shyness of the children filled
our hearts with emotion…”my cup runneth over’ and
tears of joy uncontrollably escaped and rolled down
my cheeks. To see and feel this experience was like no
other. The contentment of the children brought such
peace and understanding for their simpler way of life.
All the children who attended this school came from
family dwellings squatting upon government land in
the area. This was their way of life and they knew
nothing different, longed for nothing more.
A walk through the classrooms came thereafter. The
brick and mud buildings contained small wooden
desks, chalkboards and walls adorned with learning
resources. The children were working from exercise
booklets which involved coloring, numbers, letters,
counting, shapes, sorting, and spelling. Upon
chalkboards problem solving statements were
being worked on in the higher grades. This was a
Kindergarten to grade 7 school. Both English and Zulu
dialect were being taught. The principal explained
that she received an annual operating budget of
$18,000 rand (equivalent to $1,630 Canadian) to
obtain supplies for the school and hire educators.
The principal, now 55 years of age, shared she was
planning to retire in four years’ time. The school
property has no power or water well. Large green
water tanks in which rain water was collected were
placed on the property and provided them with their
water.
The children finished their lunch and it was time to
present our SCI Blue Bag filled with essential school
supplies and items of enjoyment, along with the
venison. The field balls were most sought after!
Hannah and Adam pumped them up and off they all

Written By: Paula Mahan
went to play kick ball in the school yard. One young
man felt the ball was a gift for him alone so it took some
convincing by Hannah for him to understand they
were for all the children to enjoy and to participate
in a group ball toss. The children were happy to have
their photo taken with lots of smiles; they would say
cheese, and wave their arms in the air. An embracing
hug was also freely given. The teachers and principal
were so appreciative for the gift we brought.
The time came for us to say goodbye. A few hugs
were given and the children still playing with the
soccer balls throughout the school yard waved goodbye
and ran along the fence line to see us off. What
a blessed day; an experience that will be treasured
for a lifetime with a most valuable lesson learned…“a
wise person is one who recognizes we always have
enough to be happy if we are enjoying what we do
have rather than longing for more”.
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2019
2020
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.
Coby Mahan
President
Brian Smith
Vice President
Kara Westerlund
Secretary
Dann Klammer
Humanitarian Chair/
Treasurer
Eric Moland
Director/Conservation
Chair
Everett Ness
Director/Hunter
Training Chair
Penny Lees-Smith
Director/
Membership Chair
Bill Davie
Director
Real Chalifoux
Director
Dean Baumann
Director
SCI - Drayton Valley Chapter
Coby Mahan, President
Phone: 780.542.7864
Email: pcmahan@gmail.com
Brian Smith, Vice President
Phone: 780.898.6475
Email: Smitty60@telus.net
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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. 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 scidraytonvalley@gmail.com. Thank
you for your support and for being
part of a local volunteer effort that
Join SCI Drayton or Valley Chapter
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5. To share hunting experiences and information with other sportsmen.
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Thank you!

SPECIAL
THANKS
is extended to
for supporting our
chapter over the past
year by contributing
storage space for SCI
Drayton Valley Chapter
banquet materials.
THANK YOU!
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