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saturday, february 21, 2015 mgm grand hotel 9
Saturday, February 21, 2015 MGM Grand Hotel - Detroit, Michigan SCI NOVI Welcome SCI Members Welcome to SCI Novi’s annual banquet and fundraiser. This event is the highlight of our year. We have a great time, book some terrific hunts, and, more importantly, we raise the funds to support the chapter’s projects throughout the year. In this brochure is a list of what we support and where our money goes. As chapter members, you should be proud of the programs we support. Membership is the key to our success, so if you are a member, thanks for your contributions and please renew them. If you are not a member please visit our membership booth or website, and join us. We need you on our team! I would like to thank all of the volunteers, donors, outfitters, vendors, and our Board of Directors for all of their work bringing this event together and making it a success. We have assembled a great lineup of outfitters and vendors from across North America and from around the world. This is a great chance to gain information and book a hunt or a vacation. Please support our donors, they have plenty of hunting opportunities and equipment available to make your next trip the experience of a lifetime. Tonight is also time to have some fun. We have raffles, games, contests, and auction items. Buy raffle tickets, play the games, bid during the silent and live auctions and maybe you will be a winner. Good Luck, thanks for attending, and have an enjoyable evening. Leonard A. Kruszewski President, SCI Novi Chapter SCI NOVI CHAPTER OFFICERS Leonard Kruszewski .................................................... President Jon Munger .......................................................... Vice President Jon Gray ....................................................................... Secretary David Haney .................................................................Treasurer BOARD OF DIRECTORS Charles Bazzy Brett Coleman Terry Broemer Amelia Bolton Dr. David Sturtz Robert Iacovacci George Zervos Nicholas Leon Chris Mayer PAST PRESIDENTS Greg Murtland Keith Kletzka Dennis Haney Terry Filas Audrey Murtland Mike Hungo Claudia Lybrink Dave Blinn Bob Taylor Terry Broemer Don McNabb Ed Curtis Brent Gibson Don Lucas Chris Mayer Jon Munger Dr. David Sturtz SCI - Novi does its best to solicit donated hunts from only competent and proven outfitters. However, we do not guarantee the quality or the success of any hunt purchased at this auction. It is important to note that the hunts purchased at our auction generally do very well, with both the donor and the buyer being well satisfied. For similar reasons, we cannot guarantee the quality of any non-hunt items purchased or won at this fundraiser, nor the suitability of any such item for its intended purpose. 22 | scinovi.com 2 COME VISIT THE SCI NOVI MEMBERSHIP AND CHAPTER INFORMATION BOOTH Located in the rear of the dining room WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THE NOVI CHAPTER? Annual Fundraiser • General Chapter Information • Chapter Membership • How to Get Involved in the Chapter • Sponsorship/Donation • Chapter Events, including: • Annual Chapter Golf Outing • Annual Chapter Pheasant Hunt • Chapter Dinners, including Big Buck Night Outdoor Education & Scholarship Opportunities, including: • American Wilderness Leadership School (AWLS) • DNR’s Academy of Natural Resources (ANR) • Riley Wilderness Youth Camp (RWYC) • National Archery in the Schools Programs (NASP) New SCI Novi dues structure: *1 year Chapter $25.00 *3 year Chapter $50.00 1 Year Chapter and International $ 90.00 3 year Chapter and International $ 200.00 (* Any International member can be a Chapter member of multiple Chapters) Thank You FOR SUPPORTING OUR PROJECTS! Visa, MasterCard, Discover & American Express or your personal check accepted on auction items. ATTENTION AUCTION BIDDERS IRS rules permit a charitable contribution for the amount paid in excess of fair market value. Only that part of the payment made with the intention of making a gift and for which the taxpayer received no consideration qualifies as a contribution. If you have questions please consult your tax advisor regarding the tax deductibility of any item purchased at auction. Fundraiser Ticket: $85 (Dinner Value $50) SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 3 Our Program for Tonight Doors Open ............................................................................................. 3:00 pm Cash Bar Opens ..................................................................................... 3:00 pm Quickee Cabela’s Raffle.......................................................................... 5:30 pm Dinner Served ......................................................................................... 6:00 pm Quickee Somerset Collection Spree Raffle............................................ 6:45 pm Silent Auction Closes..................................................................... 7:00-7:15 pm Live Auction ............................................................................................ 7:30 pm Raffle Drawings ............................................................ Throughout the Evening All times approximate Please no smoking in the main hall. Use only designated smoking areas. DINNER MENU Salad Mixed Lettuce Greens, Cucumber, Tomato, Carrot curls Roasted Shallot Dressing Duo Entrée Lemon Rosemary Grilled Airline Chicken, Herb Grilled Filet, Cheddar Whipped Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes, Broccolini, Corn, Celery, Onion, Pepper Sautee, Red Pepper Couli, Roasted Rosemary Demiglace, Served with rolls, butter Dessert Carrot Cake with a Cream Cheese Icing Refeshments Iced Water, Freshly Brewed Coffee, and Assorted Hot Teas 22 | scinovi.com 4 The Riley Foundation George F. Riley and the Riley Foundation have made numerous donations to Safari Club International Novi Chapter. Without the support of Mr. Riley and the Foundation, the many educational activities that SCI-Novi supports would not be growing and thriving. It is with support like this that SCI-Novi continues to educate the masses on the outdoors. The Chapter Board of Directors sincerely thanks Mr. Riley & the Riley Foundation for continued support. Since 2002 the Riley Foundation has made donations to SCI-Novi in the following areas: ................................... • Youth Educational Programs ........................ $367,000 ................................... • Terry Filas Fund - Conservation ..................... $70,000 ................................... • Apprentice Hunter Program.............................. $5,000 ................................... • Veteran’s Table Sponsorship ............................ $1,200 The Riley Foundation has donated $443,200. Thank you! Special Thank You Special Thank You to the sponsors of the veterans table, Dr. Dave Sturtz and Leonard Kruszewski/RF Connect. Special Thank You to Bob and Brett Coleman with Professional Underwriters and John Thompson with Liquiforce for their sponsoring our SCI NOVI tote bag givaway. SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 5 Sponsor Appreciation We would like to offer a very special thank you to all of our generous sponsors who have purchased a Platinum or Corporate Table sponsorship for tonight’s banquet. These tables feature special recognition on each table, and include the following supporters of SCI-Novi: Robert & Brett Coleman Johnson & Anderson Leonard Kruszewski LiquiForce Dr. David Sturtz Chris Mayer Jon Munger Munger & Associates, PC Riley Foundation RF Connect World Class Landscaping/Vivid Maintenance The Novi Chapter would like to thank the following who have donated or sponsored an item for this evening’s silent auction or raffle tables. Lynn Berman Buck Knives Cascade Furs Robert Coleman Leanne Collins Global Rescue 6 | scinovi.com 22 The Hunting Report Munger & Associates Robert Shaloy/Europlax Pretty Hunter Dunn Creek Outfitters Portofino of the Lake SCI Novi SCI Trophy Records Dept. Wines for Humanity Progressive Raffle This year we are offering a “progressive style” raffle as the centerpiece of our evening’s raffles. Individual tickets for the Bronze table raffles are reasonably priced and accessible to everyone, with tickets to the Silver and Gold level raffles being, respectively, more limited, and only available through purchase of packages of Bronze raffle tickets. Ticket prices are as follows: Individual Bronze tickets @ $5 each, or packages of: $100 package: 25 Bronze, 5 Silver, 1 Gold $200 package: 50 Bronze, 15 Silver, 5 Gold $400 package: 100 Bronze, 50 Silver, 15 Gold Because of the limited distribution, draw odds on the Silver and Gold table raffles are expected to be very good! Bronze Table (Winner for each item) Yeti Cooler Trophy Bag Coolers Handgun Safe Uway Wireless Trailcam Chain Saw Bushnell 10x42 Binoculars Remington semi auto Model 597 .22 rifle CVA Wolf in line Muzzleloader Boyt Bench Rest/Tactical Back Pack Gamo .177 Air Rifle w/ scope Boyt Tactical Rifle Case Europlax European Mount Bushnell Range Finder Bushnell Rifle Scope Marbles Damascus Blade Knife Framed Print Lowrance Elite 3x All Season Pack Boyt single rifle case Boyt waterfowl bag package Silver Table (Winner for each item) Sterling silver elk ivory & blue topaz jewelry set Henry lever action .30-30 Remington Model 7 bolt action fully camo .223 predator Savage Model 512 12ga. shotgun Rossi Circuit Court Judge .410/.45LC Gold Table Sponsored by Liquiforce (Two winners will be drawn choice of item) Kimber Tactical Pro 1911 in .45ACP Natural Uptone Beaver vest One week stay in a deluxe one bedroom suite at Hacienda Cerritos in Baja, Mexico SCI NOVI 2015 Program |227 Tonight RAFFLE GAMES Michigan Counties game: For $20, place your name on any of Michigan’s 83 counties and 17 islands on our map. The name on the winning county drawn will receive their choice of the following guns: 1. Ruger 10/22 Mannlicher semi auto .22 2. Mossberg JIC 12 ga. pistol grip home defense 3. Ruger LCP semi auto micro carry pistol 2015 Mathews No Cam HTR Tickets are $20 a piece or 6 for $100 Donated by Ryan Payton of SunRy’s Archery. Bow displayed at the Membership booth. REVERSE BINGo $20/card, or 3/$50 Winner will receive a Savage Hunter model 7 mm rifle with scope. “SHUT THE BOX” DICE GAME Step up to the table and test your luck! Roll the dice to determine the number of raffle entries in this event, with each roll of the dice costing $10 one roll, $20 three rolls. The winning raffle entry will win their choice of any of the guns displayed at Randy’s Hunting Center’s booth. 5 Gun Raffle WIN ALL 5 GUNS Tickets may be purchased by one person, or up to 5 persons in $20 shares. It is up to the buyer to assemble a group, if sold in shares. One ticket is $100 and only one ticket will be drawn for the winner. The winning person or persons will win all 5 guns on display on the stage. If one persons bought the ticket, he/she wins all five guns. If sold in shares, there will be one gun for each $20 share. 1. Remington 887 3 ½” 12 ga. camo shotgun 3. Beretta ARX 160 carbine semi auto .22LR 2. Winchester Model 70 bolt action .300WSM with scope 4. Remington SPS model 700 .30-06 bolt action 22 8 | scinovi.com 5. Stoeger fully camo semi auto 20 ga. Tonight RAFFLE GAMES Mag-Na-Port Top Gun Raffle Winner will receive a Ruger Super Blackhawk Hunter .44 Magnum revolver, fully customized by Mag-Na-Port, with scope. $100 per ticket Maximum of 30 tickets sold!! Best odds of the night to win a gun raffle! Ruger Super Blackhawk Hunter .44 Magnum revolver customized by Mag-Na-Port featuring velvet honed non-glare matte finish, mirror polished pinstripe at muzzle and ejector rod housing, jeweled and polished trigger and hammer, mirror polished pinstripe on cylinder, etched Mag-Na-Port logo and Novi SCI 2015 on the barrel, mirror polished pins and screws and Mag-Na-Port service revolver porting. This gun is truly an exclusive work of firearm art and craftsmanship and a one of a kind pistol. Ken Kelly of Mag-Na-Port has been generously contributed to the Novi chapter for many years. The Novi chapter would like to thank Mag-Na-Port for this 100% donation and their continued support. Value: $1,900 Quickee Raffles Tickets are only sold for 10 minutes. • Ticket sellers will come to your table. BRIGHT GREEN TICKET $500 Cabela’s Shopping Spree $5.00 each OR 5 tickets for $20 Quickee Raffle at 5:30 PM PURPLE TICKET $500 Somerset Shopping Spree Quickee Raffle at 6:45 PM • $5.00 each OR 5 tickets for $20 SCI Mug Raffle $20 each Purchase a 16 oz. souvenir SCI mug or pint glass to take home, and get a free drink ticket good at the bar this evening. You will also be entered into a special limited entry raffle where a lucky beverage buyer will win a gun off of Randy’s Gun Table. Additional explainations of the raffles are on page 54-55 SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 9 22 | scinovi.com 10 11 SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 SCI NOVI Our Mission SAFARI CLUB INTERNATIONAL Providing value to members by shaping policies and legislation that protect the freedom to hunt locally, nationally, and internationally. Keeping members informed regarding issues that impact hunting while educating and entertaining members with engaging articles about the rich heritage of hunting in all forms of media. Providing a community for hunters worldwide where camaraderie is enjoyed and expert information is exchanged, and where members are able to participate in a market for quality hunting goods and services. Promoting a positive image of hunters and portraying them as responsible citizens who fund wildlife conservation, education and other programs which benefit the community. 22 | scinovi.com 12 SCI NOVI LIVE AUCTION ITEMS L1LAKE MICHIGAN FISHING CHARTER David James, of Fish Hunter Charters, has generously donated a half day fishing charter for salmon out of Frankfort, Michigan. This donation is for up to four people. A fifth and sixth person can be added for $75 each. Frankfort is located about four hours from the metro-Detroit area on the shores of beautiful Lake Michigan, and is known for great salmon fishing. This trip may only be taken on a weekday, during the months of June or July, 2015. A fishing license is required. The winning bidder will also receive a 10% discount on their next booked charter with Fish Hunter Charters, which is a great opportunity to turn your trip into a multi-day vacation. The Novi Chapter would like to thank Fish Hunter Charters for this 100% donation. References include Don Lucas, David Haney, and Jon Munger. Donor Value: $600.00 Donated by: David James Fish Hunter Charters P.O. Box 342 Frankfort, MI 49635 Phone: 586-419-3480 Email: [email protected] Website: www.fishhuntercharters.net L2DUCK AND GOOSE HUNT FOR THREE HUNTERS Robert Stanley, from Robert Stanley Guide Service, has generously donated a one day (six hour) goose and duck hunt for three hunters. The hunt must take place during the 2015 season. See Robert for the details on the dates. This hunt can be upgraded to include more hunters at $150 per person. Robert hunts Lake St. Clair or the St. Clair River and has a tremendous reputation for waterfowl success. Cost of license is not included, which is about $100 US per person. Please stop by and see Robert in his booth tonight and thank him for this 100% donation. Donor Value: Donated by: $600.00 Exhibitor Robert Stanley Guide Service 42 Book St., Wallaceburge, Ontario N8A 2T3 Canada Phone: 519-365-6400 Email: [email protected] Website: www.fishduck.ca SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 13 LIVE AUCTION ITEMS L3 SCI NOVI FRONT SIGHT FIREARMS TRAINING COURSE Front Sight Firearms Training Institute has donated a certificate for free enrollment in a four day Defensive Handgun, Tactical Shotgun, or Practical Rifle course. Front Sight teaches the most proven, real-world firearms techniques by the industry’s most select group of firearms trainers. Law enforcement and military instructors with real life and death tactical experience train you to be the best in the world. Whether you just purchased your first firearm and need basic training or have handled guns for years and want to train up to the Master level, they have the curriculum, facilities and instructors to bring out the most, and best, in you. You can expect a world-class experience and leave with significant improvement in your skills, regardless of previous training. Certificate is good for the Practical Rifle, Defensive Handgun, or Tactical Shotgun courses; the winning bidder gets to choose. Certificate is transferable, but not redeemable for cash or refund. One certificate is allowed per person, per course, when enrolling in a four day course. Two people may use one certificate when enrolling in the SAME two day course together. Certificate must be presented with a completed Application for Training and is only valid for a student’s first course at Front Sight. Certificates have no expiration date. This is a great opportunity when you are in Nevada for next year’s SCI Hunters Convention. References: Shawn Spencer Donor Value: Donated by: $2,000.00 Front Sight Firearms Training Institute 7975 Cameron Drive, #900 Windsor, CA 95492 Telephone: 800-987-7719 Email: [email protected] Website: www.frontsight.com L4EMERALD CUT LONDON BLUE TOPAZ AND DIAMOND RING Mike Young and Joe Karcher from Jewel Craft International have donated a magnificent piece of fine jewelry. A unique London blue topaz set in solid 14 kt white gold. This highly sought after emerald cushion cut center stone, with matching half moon stones, is a rare London blue color, and is just over 4 ct in weight. This uniquely cut center stone is surrounded by shimmering genuine diamonds. This classic yet cutting edge design combined with the hard-to-find genuine emerald cushion cut London blue topaz might make this ring the best hunting insurance you ever purchased. This custom ring is available in any size. This item is located on the table next to the stage. Stop at the Jewel Craft booth and thank Mike and Joe for their continued support and look at their great assortment of jewelry. Donor Value: Donated by: 22 | scinovi.com 14 $4,000.00 Exhibitor Mike Young, Joe Karcher Jewel Craft International 22643 Foxmoor, Novi, MI 48374 248-344-4400 SCI NOVI L5 LIVE AUCTION ITEMS MICHIGAN FERAL HOG HUNT Bob Easterbrook, Sr., a SCI Life Member and past president of Safari Club International, has generously donated a one day Michigan feral hog hunt for two hogs. This hunt will take place with Heritage Trophy Hunts in Sage Lake, Michigan. The hunt may be taken by one hunter (two hogs) or two hunters (one hog each). This hunt is good for 2015 only. Method of hunting is optional with your choice of spot and stalk, a driven hunt, or hunting from a blind over a baited area. Hogs are under 300 pounds. Weapon may be hunter’s choice of rifle, bow, or cross bow. Processing of meat is not included and will be at the hunter(s) expense. Hunter(s) are also responsible for their own meals at local establishments. Please contact Bob Easterbrook, Sr. to schedule your hunt. Please thank Bob for this great donation when you see him in the crowd tonight. Donor Value: Donated by: $1,000.00 Bob Easterbrook, Sr. Phone: 248-585-1415 Heritage Trophy Hunts, Sage Lake L6 FIVE DAY SOUTH AFRICAN SAFARI FOR TWO HUNTERS AND TWO NON-HUNTERS Hendrik Botha of Matwetwe Safaris has donated a five day South African safari for two hunters and two nonhunters. This hunt includes a $1000 credit towards trophy fees to be shared between the two hunters. This hunt will take place in the Limpopo Province of South Africa, where there is an abundance of plains game animals. The winning bidder can schedule this hunt with the outfitter for open dates during the 2015 or 2016 season. The winning bidder may choose between hunting with a rifle, bow, crossbow, or handgun. This safari is upgradeable to include more days, more hunters and more non-hunters. If the hunt is upgraded to a ten day safari, an additional $1000 credit will be added towards trophy fees for the hunters. Included in this donation are all meals and accommodations in modern air-conditioned chalets, 2x1 guiding, field prep, transportation of trophies to shipper, beverages, and laundry service. Hunt arrival and departure point is Johannesburg-Oliver Tambo International Airport. There is a special charter from Johannesburg to camp at a cost of approximately $300 per trip per group of four. Please stop by the Matwetwe Safaris’ booth and talk with Hendrik about this great donation. Make sure to thank them for this 100% donation. Donor Value: Donated by: $6,300.00 Exhibitor Hendrik Botha Matwetwe Safaris P.O. Box 973, Marble Hall, 0450, South Africa +27 82 922 8397 Email: [email protected] Website: www.matwetwesafaris.com SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 15 LIVE AUCTION ITEMS L7 SCI NOVI $500 GIFT CERTIFICATE FOR TAXIDERMY WORK Dan and Emily Weeks from Nature’s Pride Taxidermy have generously donated a $500 gift certificate to be used on a new order. Nature’s Pride Taxidermy is dedicated to recreating realistic, top quality, wildlife mounts. Their years of experience, creativity, and their desire for excellence are the keys to providing their clients with a quality product in a timely manner. Dan and Emily take pride in preserving the memory of your hunt and strive to create every detail. This donation is not good towards work in progress, and has an expiration date one year after purchase. There is no cash value to this certificate. Please stop by their booth, take a look at their beautiful work and thank them for their 100% donation to the Novi Chapter. Donor Value: Donated by: $500.00 Exhibitor Dan and Emily Weeks Nature’s Pride Taxidermy 7801 Wheeler Rd, Concord, MI 49237 517-524-8958 Email: [email protected] Website: www.naturespride.net L8 A THREE DAY/TWO NIGHT FISHING GETAWAY FOR UP TO EIGHT PEOPLE AT BRIARWOOD SPORTING CLUB Chris Daniels from Briarwood Sporting Club has generously donated a three day/two night fishing getaway for up to eight people. Come see why Briarwood has been Ohio’s best kept secret for the last 35 years. Their trout streams offer some of the finest fly fishing in the country for rainbow, brook, brown, and golden trout. You will also have access to over ten lakes stocked with a variety of fish including, largemouth bass, bluegill, hybrid striped bass, walleye, tiger muskie, catfish, and perch. Overnight accommodations will be at Briarwood Lodge located on Briarwood Lake. This lodge is furnished with satellite television, modern kitchen, massive stone fireplace, recreational equipment including two private boats, and a large wooden deck complete with outdoor grilling station. This trip needs to be taken on a Monday through Thursday, and within one year from today’s date. Food and beverage are not provided. If you enjoy hunting, fishing, hiking or just being outdoors, then Briarwood is the place for you. With over 475 acres of land covered with numerous lakes and trout streams, Briarwood is considered to be the largest private fishing resort east of the Mississippi River. Briarwood is located 45 minutes northwest of Columbus, Ohio. Stop by the Briarwood Sporting Club booth for more information and thank Chris for this 100% donation. Donor Value: Donated By: 22 | scinovi.com 16 $3,000.00 Exhibitor Chris Daniels Briarwood Sporting Club 2001 Twp. Rd. 55 Bellefontaine, OH 43311 Phone: (937) 593-8045 Email: [email protected] Website: www.briarwoodclub.com SCI NOVI LIVE AUCTION ITEMS L9THREE DAY TROPHY FALLOW DEER HUNT FOR ONE HUNTER IN SPAIN Fernando Saiz – Spain has generously donated a three day trophy fallow deer hunt for one hunter to be taken in 2015 or 2016. Fernando Saiz-Spain is known for his top-of-the-line outfit and is considered one of the best outfitters in Spain. This trip combines a magnificent hunt with shopping and cultural visits. You will enjoy very personal and familiar treatment in Fernando’s 16th Century Hacienda in the middle of “The Man of La Mancha’s” area. Fernando encourages you to take your significant other, who will be taken with you to different historical cities, in which shopping, sightseeing and typical meals are spectacular. Included in this donation is airport reception, clearance of guns, transportation from Madrid to the hunting area, English speaking professional hunter (1x1 guide services), all trophy surcharges for medal scoring and full room and meal accommodations. Not included are airfare to and from Madrid, non-hunting companion ($350/day), license ($270/area), taxidermy prep ($200-$250/trophy), export permit and veterinary certificate ($200/trophy), shipping, and 21% VAT tax on donation value. Hunt can be upgraded to include available species like European red deer, European mouflon sheep, ibex (Gredos, Beceite, Southern and Ronda), Pyrenean and Cantabrian chamois, roe deer and wild boar per the outfitter’s current price list. References: Chuck and Karen Bazzy Donor Value: $7,275.00 Donated by: Fernando Saiz Fernando Saiz - Spain Vereda De Las Penas 53, Alcobendas, 28109 Madrid, Spain Phone: 34-91-650-5169 Email: [email protected] Website: www.fernandosaizspain.com L10 THREE NIGHT/TWO DAY SOUTHWEST MONTANA FLOAT FISHING TRIP FOR TWO PEOPLE John and Sherry Cargill from Iron Wheel Guest Ranch have donated a three night/ two day float fishing trip for two people. The winning bidder will have two days of float fishing on the Big Hole or Jefferson River in a raft or drift boat searching for rainbow, brook, brown, and cutthroat trout. There may also be the occasional grayling on your line. This is a 2x1 guided fishing trip. Included in this donation are three nights lodging in the beautiful Iron Wheel Guest Ranch’s 6000 square foot lodge, and family-style meals. This trip must be taken during the summer of 2015 with the best time being between June 15 and July 30. The winning bidder will be responsible for transportation to and from Iron Wheel Ranch in Whitehall, Montana. There is a $50 pick up fee each way to Butte, MT airport. Fishing license will cost about $35 per person and may be purchased on arrival or online. There is also a $25 fee per person for the HADF (Hunter Angler Defense Fund). You can bring your own fishing rods, or you may rent rods at $10 per rod, per day. Tackle will be provided or you can bring your own. Lost tackle will be the responsibility of the fisherman. Gratuities and alcoholic beverages are additional. This trip may be upgraded to include more fishing days, horseback riding, youth camps, local scenic tours, antique shopping, or leisure time per the outfitter’s price list. Big game hunting is also available with very high success rates!! Donor Value: Donated by: $1,400.00 John and Sherry Cargill Iron Wheel Guest Ranch, 40 Cedar Hills Rd., Whitehall, MT 59759 Phone: (406) 494-2960 Email: [email protected] Website: www.ironwheel.com SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 17 LIVE AUCTION ITEMS SCI NOVI L11NATURAL MAHOGANY MINK JACKET John Hayes of Cascade Furs has generously donated this beautiful natural mahogany mink sections jacket. This beautiful item has a zippered front with sheared beaver trim. This jacket is 30 inches in length and features a wing collar and full sleeves with bracelet cuffs. This beautiful fur’s origin is the United States of America. Free alterations and monogramming are available. The display jacket is a medium to large, but Cascade Furs will guarantee the correct size for you. This item is located on the table next to the stage. Stop by their booth and find something to keep you warm in this cold winter and thank John and his crew for this donation. Donor Value: Donated by: $5,400.00 Exhibitor Cascade Fur Salon, John Hayes 6504 28th Street, Suite U, Grand Rapids, MI 49546. Phone: (616) 957-4936 L12 SEVEN DAY BRITISH COLUMBIA HUNT FOR SPECIES OF CHOICE Kevan Bracewell of B.C. Trophy Mountain Outfitters has generously donated a seven day hunt in the Chilcotin Mountains of southwest British Columbia. The successful bidder will have their choice of six species to hunt: wolf, black bear, mule deer, bobcat, lynx, birds and fish are all available. The winning bidder may also use the donation value as credit for upgrading the hunt to a mountain goat, moose, cougar, or bighorn sheep. This 2x1 guided hunt can be taken in the spring, fall or winter of 2015 or 2016. Hunting method is rifle, muzzleloader, crossbow, or bow. Handguns are not permitted. Hunting will be done by vehicle, foot, horseback or snowmobile depending on the season and species, and take place in either ranch lodge/base camps or spike camps. Donation can be upgraded to include more hunters, non-hunters, days and species per the outfitter’s price list. Not included are taxes, tags and license costs. You will be guided by a licensed professional guide that gives 110% on over 2,000 square miles of managed land, known to produce exceptional trophies. Stop by the B.C. Trophy Mountain Outfitters booth and get more details about the great hunts that they have to offer. Please thank them for their 100% donation. Reference: Jon Munger, Jeff Skinner, David Haney, Chris Mayer Donor Value: Donated by: 22 18 | scinovi.com $5,500.00 Exhibitor Kevan Bracewell B.C. Trophy Mountain Outfitters PO Box 1419, Lillooet, British Colombia, Canada, V0K 1V0 Phone: (250) 238-2274 Email: [email protected] Website: www.bctrophymountainoutfitters.com SCI NOVI LIVE AUCTION ITEMS L13CUSTOM KNIFE BY MACKRILL OF SOUTH AFRICA Mackrill Custom Knives has created a special knife for our auction this evening. Mackrill knives are handcrafted in South Africa and are coming to you direct from the SCI Convention held just 2 weeks ago in Las Vegas, NV. Mackrill is world renowned for their cutlery and is a repeat donor to the Novi Chapter. Pay special attention to the detail of this fine piece. The handle of this beautiful knife is made of giraffe bone with a double strip of stabilized wood. This knife comes in a beautiful display box with a kudu hide sheath and a certificate of authenticity. This beautiful piece will look great in your trophy room or in the field. This item is located on the tables next to the stage. Be sure to check it out. Donor Value: Donated by: $500.00 Mackrill Custom Knives and SCI Novi P.O. Box 1580 Pinegowrie, South Africa 2123 Phone: +27 11 474-7139 E-Mail: [email protected] Website: www.mackrill.co.za L14 5 DAY FLY-IN EASTERN CANADIAN MOOSE HUNT IN NEWFOUNDLAND FOR ONE HUNTER Rex Jennings of Adventure Quest Outfitters has generously donated a five day hunt for an Eastern Canadian moose in Newfoundland. This hunt will take place in one of Adventure Quest’s remote fly-in camps in western Newfoundland. The hunt is conducted on foot or in outboard motor boats with highly experienced guides. Accommodations are in cabins with all meals provided. Newfoundland has the highest density moose population in North America, estimated to be at 120,000 or about two moose for every square mile. Arrival and departure point is Deer Lake, Newfoundland. Adventure Quest Outfitters are known as a premier company providing world class hunting for moose, caribou and black bear. Client must contact outfitter to arrange hunting dates. This hunt may be upgraded to include more hunters. Not included are a Canadian moose license of $400, 18% GST tax, gratuities, preparation and transport of meat and accommodation in Deer Lake before and after the hunt. Contact Chuck Bazzy of Safari Adventures Ltd. for booking details at 248-229-6161 or [email protected]. Donor Value: Donated by: $5,200.00 Rex Jennings Adventure Quest Outfitters Newfoundland, Canada Phone: (709) 783-2180 Email: [email protected] Web Site: www.adventurequestoutfitters.com SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 19 LIVE AUCTION ITEMS SCI NOVI L15 LAKE HURON FISHING CHARTER FOR 4 PEOPLE Captain Ed Retherford from Trout Scout Charters has generously donated a half day fishing charter for walleye out of Alpena, Michigan. This donation is for up to four people. You and your friends will join Capt. Ed aboard the Trout Scout, a fully equipped fishing machine for a half day walleye fishing adventure on Lake Huron. You will be provided with absolutely all required fishing equipment and tackle. All you will need is a valid Michigan fishing license and your own food and beverages. Capt. Ed has over 40 years’ experience in chartering fishing trips. This trip is to be scheduled with Capt. Ed during available days in May or June 2015. Trout Scout Charters has been a longtime supporter of SCI chapters in Michigan. The Novi chapter would like to thank Trout Scout Charters for this 100% donation to our chapter. References: Jeff and Amelia Bolton. Donor Value: $600.00 Donated by: Captain Ed Retherford, Trout Scout Charters 220 Richardson, Alpena, MI 49707 Phone: 989-236-9361 Email: [email protected] Website: www.troutscoutcharters.com L16 A FIVE DAY NORTHERN SASKATCHEWAN BLACK BEAR HUNT WITH AN OPPORTUNITY TO HAVE IT FILMED AND AIRED ON THE SPORTSMAN CHANNEL Ronald Pedersen from Screaming Eagle Outfitters has generously donated a five day black bear hunt for one hunter. This hunt will take place in Northern Saskatchewan and you’ll have the opportunity to have your hunt filmed and aired on the “Hills ‘n’ Hollers” television show on the Sportsman’s Channel. This hunt must take place in 2015 or 2016. If your hunt is scheduled the same week that Hills ‘n’ Hollers team members, Ryan and Denise have scheduled their hunt, then your hunt will be filmed and aired on their show. Ron, Ryan and Denise are working the Screaming Eagle Outfitter booth, so talk with them about this unique and once in a lifetime opportunity. This area is known for large black bear. In 2012 a 702 lb. bear was taken!! Check out www.hillsnhollers.com for videos of Screaming Eagle’s black bear hunts. Included in this hunt are all lodging, meals and field preparation. Not included are a Canadian hunting license ($250) and gratuities. Winning bidder may hunt with rifle, bow, crossbow, or muzzleloader. This hunt may be upgraded to include more hunters at the cost of $3750 and non-hunters at the cost of $1500. Stop by the Screaming Eagle Outfitters booth and ask Ron about his huge Saskatchewan black bear and ask Ryan and Denise about your future television star career. Please thank Ron and Screaming Eagle Outfitters for their 100% donation and their support of the Novi chapter. Donor Value: Donated by: 22 20 | scinovi.com $3,750.00 Exhibitor Donald Pedersen, Screaming Eagle Outfitters Box 315, Buffalo Narrows, Saskatchewan, Canada S0M 0J0 Phone: (306) 235-7795 (Ronald Pedersen), Phone: (517) 404-7475 (Ryan Breasbois) Email: [email protected] Website: www.screamingeagleoutfitting.ca Website: www.hillsnhollers.com SCI NOVI LIVE AUCTION ITEMS L17 SEVEN DAY SOUTH AFRICAN SAFARI FOR TWO HUNTERS, INCLUDING TROPHY FEES Bobby Hansen of Bobby Hansen Safaris has donated a seven day safari for two hunters in the Limpopo Province of South Africa. This donation covers the daily rate for two hunters, plus trophy fees for two impalas and two blesbok. This is a rifle hunt, but can be upgraded to a bow hunt with arrangements with the outfitter. Also included are lodging in luxury thatched chalets, meals, alcohol in moderation, transportation during the hunt in 4X4 vehicles, skinners, services of a professional hunter, trackers and camp staff. This 2x1 hunt is for the 2015 or 2016 season of May through October and can be upgraded to include more hunters, nonhunters or total hunting days. Additional hunters can be added for the rate of $450 per day and non-hunters at $250 per day. Hunters may not bring two rifles of the same caliber. Hunt arrival and departure location is Johannesburg. There is a $150 per person airport pickup and drop-off charge. There is a $100 import permit for rifles. Permit information can be obtained from the donor. Bobby Hansen Safaris prides themselves in personal attention and excellent trophy quality. Please stop by Bobby’s booth and thank him for his donation. References: Dave Sturtz, Ed Curtis, Brad Haggitt Donor Value: Donated by: $8,100.00 Exhibitor Bobby Hansen Safaris Farm No. 44 Groenfontein Vaalwater, Limpopo, 0530, South Africa Phone: 011 27 823 205 504 Email: [email protected] Website: www.bobbyhansensafaris.com L18 FOUR SUITE TICKETS TO A DETROIT RED WINGS HOCKEY GAME Cintas Corporation in Madison Heights has generously donated four tickets to the Detroit Red Wings vs. Edmonton Oilers game on Monday, March 9, 2015. These are not just ordinary tickets. You and three of your friends will be watching this game from one of the upper level suites at Joe Louis Arena. With a new hockey arena coming in a few years, this may be your last chance to catch a Red Wings game from the famed Joe Louis Arena suites. Don’t miss this chance of a lifetime to catch some future Hall of Famers play hockey…..and you never know…. you may even get to meet fellow SCI Novi Chapter member and hunter, coach Mike Babcock. Donor Value: Donated by: $ Priceless $ Cintas Corporation 31850 Sherman Dr. Madison Heights, MI 48071 SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 21 LIVE AUCTION ITEMS SCI NOVI L19OHIO WHITE-TAILED DEER HUNT FOR TWO HUNTERS Chris Daniels from Briarwood Sporting Club has generously donated an Ohio white-tailed deer hunt for two hunters. This is a three day/ four night hunt for two northeastern white-tailed deer. Briarwood has spent several years compiling the industry’s best genetics to provide their clients with the largest whitetails in North America. Included in this donation are daily fees for two hunters (a $2,000 value), a $2,000 credit toward the harvest of two trophy whitetails ($1,000 per hunter), lodging, meals, beverages, professional guide, and transportation of trophies to local meat processor/taxidermist. Hunts start at $4,000 for up to a 160” whitetail (up to 170”″ $5000, 180”″ $6000, 190”″ $8000, 200”″$10,000 and bucks over 200” start at $12,000). Method of take is hunter’s choice. Hunter has option to upgrade and/or harvest additional animals. Additional hunters can book at a 10% discount from current price list. Briarwood is located 45 minutes northwest of Columbus, Ohio. Hunt to be taken September 20-December 17, 2015 or 2016. Taxidermy/shipping of trophy and gratuities are not included. While hunting at Briarwood, you will also have access to Ohio’s best fishing. Try your luck in one of eleven lakes for largemouth bass, bluegill and perch, or cast a fly in one of their many streams for trophy rainbow, brook, brown and golden trout. Please stop by the Briarwood Sporting Club’s booth and check out their monster whitetails. The Novi Chapter would like to thank Chris and Briarwood Sporting Club for this 100% donation. Donor Value: Donated by: $4,000.00 Exhibitor Chris Daniels Briarwood Sporting Club 2001 Twp. Rd. 55, Bellefontaine, OH 43311 Phone: (937) 593-8045 Email: [email protected] Website: www.briarwoodclub.com L20 SIX DAY BOW OR FIVE DAY MUZZLELOADER/RIFLE HUNT FOR TROPHY ELK IN NEW MEXICO Tuffy Barnett of Mangas Outfitters has donated a six day bow hunt or a five day muzzleloader/rifle hunt in Southwest New Mexico for a trophy Rocky Mountain elk. New Mexico is known for its giant elk and superior elk hunting, and the winning bidder will be able to experience that first-hand. This hunt is for one hunter and is conducted in a 1x1 manner. The hunt will take place in SW New Mexico, where many record book elk have been taken. You’ll be hunting by vehicle and the spot and stalk method. The terrain is rolling hills with juniper and cedars with an elevation between 7500 and 8200 feet. The winning bidder may hunt with a bow during the September archery season or muzzleloader/rifle during the months of October, November or December. The winning bidder will be required to enter a drawing for the license/tag, and the application deadline is 3/18/15. Hunt will take place in 2015, 2016 or 2017 depending on when a tag is drawn. License and tag fees will total approximately $800. Winning bidder may upgrade to a guaranteed landowner tag for $3500. Extra hunters can be involved in accordance with the outfitter’s pricelist. Mangas Outfitters has been in operation for 20 years and has provided hunting opportunities for many celebrity hunters including, Michael Wadell and the Bone Collector crew, Andy Ross with Maximum Archery and Curt Wells from Bow Hunter Magazine TV. Arrival location is Albuquerque, New Mexico. The successful bidder will need to rent a car and drive to Pie Town, New Mexico, to arrive at the hunting area. Please stop by the Mangas Outfitters booth tonight and speak to Tuffy about his great hunting opportunities, and thank him for his donation. Donor Value: $4,600.00 Exhibitor Donated by: Tuffy Barnett, Mangas Outfitters PO Box 354, Datil, NM 87821 575-838-6202 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mangasoutfitters.com 22 | scinovi.com SCI NOVI LIVE AUCTION ITEMS L21LORENZO GHIGHLIERI BRONZE SCULPTURE TITLED “PROVOKED” Masterpiece Investment’s Charitable Division has donated a beautiful grizzly bear bronze sculpture. This is a work of art by the famous Oregon artist, Lorenzo Ghiglieri. Lorenzo is known as one of the best recognized and most prolific bronze sculptors. This sculpture titled “Provoked” measures 30”x 8”x 18” and is a limited edition of 850 pieces. Lorenzo Ghiglieri has mastered the art of detail in all of his magnificent sculptures. Ghiglieri’s sculptures are displayed in a wide variety of location around the world. There are even sculptures on permanent display at the White House, the Vatican, and Middlebury College. Ghiglieri, who is an adventurer in addition to an artist, actually has had several personal encounters with grizzly bears on his many trips to Alaska. This piece has a gallery appraisal value of $31,500.00, but it can be yours for far less. This item would be a great addition to any room. This sculpture is located on the table next to the stage. Stop and see how it could enhance your home decor. Donor Value: Donated by: $31,500.00 Masterpiece Investments Charitable Division 27929 SW 95th Ave., Suite 60, Wilsonville, OR 97070 Phone: (503) 685-9878 Email: [email protected] L22 WALLEYE/PERCH OR WALLEYE/STEELHEAD FISHING TRIP FOR SIX PEOPLE ON LAKE ERIE Brad Haggitt of Greenhead Fishing Charters is donating a four hour fishing trip for up to six people. The winning bidder will have the choice of fishing for walleye and perch out of Leamington, Ontario, or fishing for walleye and steelhead out of Erieau, Ontario. The trip must be taken during the fishing season of 2015. The winning bidder will need an Ontario fishing license which may be purchased on the boat. All equipment is supplied; just bring your lunch and drinks. This donation may be upgraded to a full day of fishing by making the appropriate arrangements with Brad. Contact Brad for dates and times. Please stop by the Greenhead Fishing Charters booth to talk with Brad and thank him for this 100% donation. References: Brent Gibson, Mark Kellenberger, David Haney and Terry Broemer, Bob and Brett Coleman Donor Value: Donated by: $1,000.00 Exhibitor Greenhead Fishing Charters 647 E. River Rd., St. Joachim, Ontario NOR 1S0 Phone: (519) 919-7751 Email: [email protected] Website: www.greenheadfishingcharters.comm SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 23 LIVE AUCTION ITEMS SCI NOVI L23 SAAM SHOOTING SCHOOL AND TEXAS HUNT FOR TWO HUNTERS Tim Fallon from FTW Outfitters has generously donated an unbelievable and unique item. Two hunters will go through the five night/four day SAAM (Sportsman’s All-Weather All-Terrain Marksmanship) Precision & Safari Hunt Combo Course where the instructors help you improve your shooting/hunting skills with your own equipment. More importantly, you will fully understand what your shooting limitations are and be better prepared for that hunt of a lifetime. The first day and a half is all SAAM training, then hunting in the afternoon of day two and morning and afternoons of days three and four for top quality FTW species, with further training during the middle of the day. Each hunter will have a $1200.00 credit toward their trophy fees. You’ll have your choice from the many species available on the ranch. You will be shooting 160-180 rounds during the SAAM training in the mid-day sessions. You will learn the effects of ballistics and environment and how to compensate on the “real world” ranges throughout the rugged FTW Ranch. You will spend a great deal of time in many shooting scenarios and positions and learn how to use your own gear and surroundings to make great shots. Bring 200 total rounds for all your guns. Three gun max, please. Donation includes all meals and lodging, SAAM instruction, guides, beverages/refreshments. Custom range cards for your rifle/bullet combo, rifle cleaning supplies, hearing protection shoulder pads and other nice gear are yours to keep. This course must be taken in 2015 and must be scheduled within 60 days of purchase. Spots are reserved on a first-come, first-serve basis, so call early. Not included are the balance of trophy fees, gratuities, weapons and ammunition, and transportation to and from FTW Ranch, which is 3 hours West of San Antonio, and your hunting licenses. Stop by the FTW Outfitters booth and let Tim tell you more about this awesome shooting and hunting trip. Reference: Bob Sakuta Donor Value: Donated by: $9,600.00 Exhibitor Tim Fallon FTW Outfitters 1802 Horse Hollow Rd., Barksdale, TX 78828 Phone: (830) 234-4366 Email: [email protected] Website: www.ftwoutfitters.com L24 FIVE DAY HUNTING ADVENTURE IN SPAIN Jose Mallo of Espacaza has generously donated a five day hunt in Spain. Espacaza has been providing successful hunts for nearly 40 years and specializes in giving extremely good service as well as the highest quality trophies in Spain. This donation is for one hunter and one non-hunter and covers the daily rates. The hunt must take place during the fall hunting season in 2015 or 2016. Daily rates include a hunting guide interpreter, 1x1 guide service, airport transportation, all meals, beverages, lodging, and AWD vehicles or horses if needed during the hunt. This may be a rifle or bow hunt, and assistance with firearm clearance is included. Not included are trophy fees of animals taken, hotels and meals while in Madrid before the hunt, licenses ($250) and permits, 21% VAT tax, and gratuities. The winning bidder must take a minimum of two animals per the outfitter’s trophy list. The winning bidder may choose from four different species of Spanish ibex, roe deer, mouflon sheep, red stag, fallow deer, Cantabrian chamois, Pyrenean chamois, or Barbary sheep. This hunt may be upgraded to include more hunters, non-hunters, and hunting days. We thank Espacaza for their 100% donation. Donor Value: $5,700.00 Donated by: Jose L. Mallo 28001 Madrid, Spain Phone: +34 91 575 76 29 Email: [email protected] Website: www.espacaza.com 22 | scinovi.com 24 SCI NOVI LIVE AUCTION ITEMS L25 PERCH OR WALLEYE FISHING TRIP FOR FOUR PEOPLE ON LAKE ERIE Capt. Andy Willetts of FNW SportFishing Charters is donating a five hour fishing trip for four people. Your trip will start at the Toledo Beach Marina in Monroe, MI where you’ll board the Just Jake III, a 31 foot Tiara rigged for the ultimate fishing experience. From there you’ll fish the Lake Erie waters for perch or walleye, your choice. FNW is not your typical charter. If you feel like setting lines or netting fish, you will get your chance. FNW is also child and family friendly, so bringing a young person along is definitely accepted and encouraged. All equipment is supplied; just bring your lunch and drinks. This donation may be upgraded to include a fifth and sixth person for $70 per person. Anglers will need a Michigan or Ohio fishing license, depending on weather forecast and whether the trip will be for perch or walleye. License may be purchased online the day of your trip per instructions from Capt. Andy. Please stop by the FNW SportFishing booth to talk with Capt. Andy and thank him for this 100% donation. Donor Value: Donated by: $500.00 Exhibitor Capt. Andy Willetts FNW SportFishing Charters 4421 Crosby Ct. White Lake, MI 48386 Phone: (248) 760-1310 Email: [email protected] Website: www.fnwsportfishingcharters.com L26 SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN COYOTE HUNT FOR TWO HUNTER Dan Taylor of Hilde Hunting Services has donated a Southeast Michigan coyote hunt for two hunters. This is a half day hunt and must be scheduled for open dates with the outfitter during the fall of 2015. This is a 2x1 guided hunt. Transportation during this hunt will be by foot and ATV. It is the winning bidder’s responsibility to apply for and purchase a Michigan small game license. Be sure to stop by the Hilde Hunting Service’s booth, and ask Dan about his hunts. The Novi chapter would like to thank Dan Taylor for this 100% donation. Donor Value: Donated by: $400.00 Exhibitor Dan Taylor Hilde Hunting Service 5300 Belford Rd. Holly, MI 48442 Phone: (248) 909-1512 Email: [email protected] SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 25 LIVE AUCTION ITEMS SCI NOVI L27 SIX DAY KANSAS WHITE-TAILED DEER HUNT FOR ONE HUNTER Jeff Brondige, of Hickory Creek Outfitters, has donated a six day white-tailed deer hunt in southeast Kansas for one hunter. This is a rifle hunt, but if you’re interested in using a muzzleloader, handgun, or bow, arrangements can be made with the outfitter. This hunt will take place on 40,000 acres of ranchland in the heart of big buck country. Hunts will take place from tower blinds overlooking cropland or food plots, or ladder stands overlooking travel corridors, pinch points, or funnels. Hunt to be taken during the Kansas rifle season of December 8-13, 2015. If changed to a muzzleloader, handgun, or bow hunt, dates will need to be arranged with the outfitter. This donation can be upgraded to include more hunters (must enter permit draw), and waterfowl. The winning bidder is responsible for their own license and permit (approximately $400), and transportation to/from Tulsa, Oklahoma. Additionally, the winning bidder is responsible for entering the Kansas Permit Draw (apply April 1-24, 2015). Success has been 100% on the draw over the last few years. Accommodations, meals, field prep, and transportation of trophy to the shipper are included. Please stop by the Hickory Creek Outfitters’ booth and talk to them about their excellent Kansas whitetail hunting. Donor Value: $3,000.00 Exhibitor Donated by: Hickory Creek Outfitters 22360 30 Mile Rd., Ray, MI 48096 Phone: (586) 337-3169 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.hunthickorycreek.com L28SEVEN DAY NORTHERN QUEBEC, CANADA HUNT FOR TWO CARIBOU Patty Carnutte from The Global Sportsman, along with Leaf River Lodge, has generously donated a spectacular seven day hunt in northern Quebec, Canada for two caribou. This donation is for one hunter and includes the trophy fees for two caribou. This hunt will take place in one of Leaf River’s very successful lake camps which are– right in the middle of prime caribou habitat. The hunt must be taken during August or September 2015. This is a semi-guided hunt on a one guide per three hunter basis. Transportation during the hunt is boat and foot, and hunter has their choice to hunt with a rifle, muzzleloader or bow. No crossbows or handguns are permitted. This trip includes accommodations in a cabin, with shower facilities and bathroom, all meals, and transportation to and from the hunting area from Montreal. Trophy prep and field prep of your animal are included. This hunt can be upgraded to include more hunters per the outfitter’s current price list. Black bear can also be added per the current price list. Not included are accommodations before and after the hunt in Montreal, Canada, $363 license (two tags) and permit fee per hunter, and gratuity. Stop by the Global Sportsman booth and talk with Patty about this spectacular opportunity to hunt caribou. Donor Value: $7,500.00 Exhibitor Donated by: Patty Carnutte The Global Sportsman 9855 Scenic Hills Dr., San Antonio, TX 78255 Phone: (830) 755-9191 E-mail:[email protected] Website: www.theglobalsportsman.com 26 22 | scinovi.com SCI NOVI LIVE AUCTION ITEMS L29 8-10 DAY MONTANA HUNT FOR ELK, DEER AND WOLF Roby Bowe from Montana Backcountry Outfitters has generously donated an 8-10 day hunt for Montana elk, deer and wolf for one hunter. This is your chance to hunt the famous “Bob Marshall Wilderness” area. Often referred to as the “crown jewel” of America’s wilderness areas, the “Bob” is comprised of over one million acres of remote mountain peaks and valleys serving as a safe haven for some of the best trophies the States have to offer. This rifle or bow hunt can be taken anytime from mid-September through November, 2015. Hunt may be taken in an alternate year only with prior arrangements with the outfitter. Transportation during the hunt is foot and horseback. Hunter will be responsible for entry into the Montana Deer and Elk draw by March 15, 2015. Chance of success has been 100% the last six years. Hunter may also purchase over-the-counter tags for wolf, bear and mountain lion. Chance of harvesting these other animals will depend on the month the hunt is taken. Winning bidder is responsible for the cost of all tags. If the hunting gods are looking down on you, you may walk out of the wilderness with up to five trophies. This hunt may be upgraded to include more hunters and non-hunters per the outfitter’s current price list. Please stop by the Montana Backcountry Outfitter’s booth tonight and talk with them about this unbelievable hunt that they are offering. The Novi chapter would like to thank Roby Bowe and Montana Backcountry Outfitters for their support and this 100% donation. Donor Value: Donated by: $5,000.00Exhibitor Roby Bowe Montana Backcountry Outfitters P.O. Box 856, Libby, MT 59923 Phone: 406-293-1988 Email: [email protected] Web Site: www.montanabackcountryoutfitters.com L30 FIVE DAY BLACK BEAR HUNT IN MAINE Richard and Nancy Theriault of Mountain View Drifter Lodge and Outfitters have generously donated a five day/six night black bear hunt in Maine. This donation is for one hunter and must be taken between August 30th and September 12th, 2015. Your trophy can be taken with rifle, muzzleloader, bow, crossbow or handgun. Field prep and care of your trophy is included, however license and permit costs are the responsibility of the hunter (approx. $200). The hunt can be upgraded to include additional hunters, which the outfitter will allow for a price equal to the winning bid price. This is a great chance to hunt Bear with a group. Non-hunters can be added for $700 each. Hunt arrival and departure point is Millinocket, Maine. Included in the hunt are all lodging and two meals daily, and transportation during the hunt. Arrival is on Sunday before the hunt and departure is the following Saturday. The winning bidder should contact the outfitter as soon as possible to reserve their spot, as space is reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. References: Don Lucas. Donor Value: Donated by: $2,500.00 Mountain View Drifter Lodge Richard Theriault P.O. Box 958, Millinocket, ME 04462 Phone: (207) 723-5535 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mountainviewdrifter.com 27 SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 LIVE AUCTION ITEMS SCI NOVI L31 MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND STAY AT A LAKE HURON RESORT Ed Swadish and Miami Beach Resorts have generously donated the exclusive use of its Lake Huron resort. You and your guests will have the whole resort to yourselves for the Memorial Day weekend in 2015. That’s nine separate cabins that can sleep 49 people!!!! The sandy shores of Lake Huron will be right outside your door. A recent renovation of the cottages includes 32” flat screen televisions, gas grills, children’s play area, and free firewood for beach bonfires. The cottages have 237 feet of sand- filled frontage that is professionally groomed weekly. A great beach vacation here in Michigan. This donation is for Memorial weekend 2015, with check in by 5 pm on Friday (5/22/15) and departure on Monday (5/25/15) by 5 pm. The winning bidder will need to contact Ed Swadish at 248-767-3967 or by email at [email protected] to coordinate your stay. Ed has also graciously donated the use of his 400 yard shooting range that is across the street for his SCI guests that weekend. Previous winners of this item are not eligible. Donor Value: Donated by: $2,000.00 Ed Swadish Miami Beach Resort 3268 N. US 23, Oscoda, MI 48750 Phone: (248) 767-3967 Email: [email protected] Website: www.miamibeachoscoda.com L32 SOUTH ISLAND NEW ZEALAND HUNT FOR FREE RANGE RED STAG, TAHR, AND CHAMOIS/FALLOW Master Guide Phil Wilson from New Zealand Hunt has generously donated a seven day hunt on the famed South Island of New Zealand. This donation is for one hunter on a fully guided 2x1 hunt. The winning bidder may get a chance to harvest up to three great “free range” species; red stag, tahr, chamois and/or fallow deer. This hunt must take place between April and May in 2015 or 2016. This donation is for “free range” animals only and will take place on public land only. The hunt may be upgraded to private land or “high fence” animals by arrangement with the outfitter and at the current 2015 price list. This hunt can also be upgraded to include more hunters at $6000 per hunter and non-hunters at $3000 per non-hunter. The ability to harvest all three species will depend on the time of the year, weather, the individual’s personal fitness, plus shooting ability. Transportation during the hunt will be by 4x4 vehicle and foot, so a high level of physical fitness is expected. Hunt arrival and departure location is Christchurch, New Zealand. Accommodations are in mountain cabins (huts) or tent camps along with campfire meals. The hunter’s first choice of game will determine when and where the hunt will be conducted. This is a rifle hunt only where the rifle and ammunition can be provided at no charge. See the outfitter for details on this point. Not included is transportation to and from New Zealand, preparation of trophy to shipper, handling, documentation and shipping of trophies plus gratuities. The winning bidder may also be responsible for a $25 firearms permit if bringing own rifle. Please stop by the New Zealand Hunt booth and speak to Phil about this wilderness hunt along with their many other great New Zealand hunts, and thank them for their 100% donation. Donor Value: Donated by: 28 22 | scinovi.com $6,600.00 Exhibitor Phil Wilson New Zealand Hunt PO Box 16414, Christchurch, 8441 New Zealand US mobile: 916-813-3006 Email: [email protected] Website: www.nzhunt.co.nz SCI NOVI LIVE AUCTION ITEMS L33 $500 GIFT CERTIFICATE FOR PRETTY HUNTER MERCHANDISE Tricia Auten of Pretty Hunter has generously donated a $500 gift certificate for Pretty Hunter merchandise. Pretty Hunter has some very unique items that will show everyone that you are proud to be an outdoor woman. Pretty Hunter invites all women who love to get outdoors and love being a woman to join them. They have some beautiful products. The purchaser of this item may use the certificate here at the event to shop in their booth or receive an e-certificate to shop off the Pretty Hunter website at a later date. Please stop by the Pretty Hunter booth and talk with Tricia about this great opportunity to show your love for hunting, shooting and the outdoor life. The Novi chapter would like to thank Tricia and Pretty Hunter for their 100% donation. Donor Value: Donated by: $500.00 Exhibitor Tricia Auten Pretty Hunter 3846 Island Park Dr., Waterford, MI 48329 Phone: 248-701-3222 Email: [email protected] Website: www.prettyhunter.com L34 TROPHY BLACKBUCK HUNT IN TEXAS FOR ONE HUNTER Longtime Novi Chapter friend and supporter Tommy Ryno of Ryno Hunting Services has generously donated a three day hunt for one hunter for a trophy blackbuck. This hunt will take place in the famous Texas Hill Country. You may upgrade this hunt to include extra days, and extra hunters are welcome at the current daily guide rate. You can also upgrade to include any of the other species available on Tommy’s ranches, such as, white-tailed deer, axis, sika or fallow deer, boar, mouflon, Corsican ram, red sheep, aoudad, bobcat, Rio Grande turkey, and even many African species. This donation includes guide fees for the three days and trophy fee on one blackbuck. A license (approx. $45.00 for exotic and $300 for whitetail) is required. Methods of hunting allowed are rifle, handgun, black powder or archery. The lucky bidder is bound to have a great time and will have the chance to harvest some quality trophies. Hunt dates to be arranged between you and the outfitter. Not included in this donation is the cost of a motel and food while on the hunt, and transportation to Kerrville from San Antonio airport. This hunt is upgradable and must be taken in 2015. References: Brent Gibson, Dick Mielke, Bob Taylor, Jim MacLeish, Dave Haney, Chris Mayer, Greg Murtland and Dennis Hextall. Donor Value: Donated by: $2,750.00 Tommy Ryno Ryno Hunting Service P.O. Box 293130, Kerrville, Texas 78029 Phone: (830) 792-3385 Fax: (830) 792-4465 Email: [email protected] Website: www.rynohunting.com 29 SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 LIVE AUCTION ITEMS SCI NOVI L35 FRAMED GICLEE PRINT FROM SCIF’S 2015 CONSERVATION ARTIST OF THE YEAR, CYNTHIE FISHER Safari Club International Foundation and the Novi Chapter have donated a limited edition giclee print entitled “A Cautious Approach.” This work of art was done by wildlife artist Cynthie Fisher, who was recently named the “2015 Conservation Artist of the Year” by Safari Club International Foundation. Cynthie Fisher is from Hamilton, Montana and is a self-taught wildlife artist. She has been painting full-time for almost thirty years, concentrating mainly on depicting unique animal behaviors and interactions, learned from a lifetime of studying, observing and hunting wildlife. Her favorite activity is big game hunting, as she has hunted all over North America, been to Russia, and Central Asia, and traveled to Africa fifteen times, taking many fine trophy animals. Cynthie has displayed her art at several prestigious national art shows, and has over 150 of her images in print. SCIF continues to be the leader in supporting worldwide programs dedicated to wildlife conservation, outdoor education and humanitarian services. This piece is framed and ready to hang on any wall. This item is located on the table near the stage. Donor Value: $1,000 Donated by: SCIF, SCI Novi L36 5 DAY COLORADO ELK HUNT FOR ONE HUNTER Larry Parks of Budge’s Flattops Wilderness Lodge has generously donated a five day hunt for a Rocky Mountain elk in Colorado. This hunt will take place out of the comfort of a cabin and the convenience of a central lodge located on the South fork of the White River near Eagle, CO. This hunt is for one hunter and will be conducted on a 2x1 basis. The hunt must take place in October of 2015 during either the first or second hunting season for elk. Individuals who already have preference points for Colorado elk may hunt the first season if drawn, October 10-14, 2015. The second season is a guaranteed draw, so if you don’t have points then you will still be able to get a tag for the second season which is October 17-22, 2015. The hunt is conducted with horses or on foot with highly experienced guides. This is a rifle hunt of a caliber of .270 or larger. Accommodations are in cabins and lodge with all meals provided. Arrival and departure point is Eagle, Colorado. This hunt may be upgraded to include more hunters per the outfitter’s current price list. Not included is a Colorado elk license and tag of approximately $480, gratuities, and any accommodation in Eagle, CO before and after the hunt. Please stop by the Budge’s Flattops Wilderness Lodge booth tonight and talk with Larry about this great opportunity to hunt elk in Colorado. The Novi chapter would like to thank Larry for his support and this 100% donation.. Donor Value: Donated by: 30 22 | scinovi.com $4,500.00Exhibitor Larry Parks Budge’s Flattops Wilderness Lodge Eagle, CO Phone: (901) 351-4388 Email: [email protected] Web Site: www.budgeslodge.com SCI NOVI LIVE AUCTION ITEMS L37COLLECTION OF SOUTH AFRICAN WINE Want something special for the first dinner in your new trophy room? Here it is……..Hayley Botha from African Tradition has donated a limited edition collection of five different wines in magnum sized bottles with an African Big Five animal on each bottle. Each bottle is a different wine; Sherry, Cabernet, Merlot, Pinotage, and a blend. These sets come in a custom wooden case specifically designed for this collection. This collection would be a great addition to any personal bar or trophy room. Donor Value: Donated by: $500.00 African Tradition Hayley Botha 1440 S. Missouri St. Unit B Casper, WY 82609 Phone: (888) 898-9463 Website: www.africantraditionwines.com Email: [email protected] L38 SEVEN DAY SOUTH AFRICAN SAFARI FOR ONE HUNTER AND ONE NON-HUNTER Andrew Harvey from Andrew Harvey Safaris has generously donated a seven day South African safari for one hunter and one non hunter. This safari will take place in the Eastern Cape of South Africa during open dates from March – October, 2015 or 2016. This donation includes the trophy fees for one East Cape kudu and also includes a certificate for $1000 of taxidermy work with Karoo Taxidermy. Also included are full accommodations, all meals, soft drinks, beer and wine, 1x1 guide fees, licenses, transportation for hunting, airport pick-up and return to Port Elizabeth airport, and field prep of animals. With this donation the winning bidder must take at least three additional animals off the trophy fee price list. Previous winners of this donation are not eligible. The hunt is transferable and can be upgraded. Additional hunters can be added and additional days can be added for $400 per day. Non-hunters and non-hunting days can be added for $185 per day. Not included are firearm permits, before and after hunt accommodations and transportation, dipping and packing/expediting charges, gratuities and additional trophy fees. The taxidermy donation is not transferable or redeemable for cash, and it cannot be used towards dip and pack. It is only valid in combination with the donation of Andrew Harvey Safaris. Please stop by and see Andrew in his booth tonight and see his great selection of animals. References: Nick and Karen Leon, John Thompson. Donor Value: Donated by: $6,345.00 Exhibitor Andrew Harvey Safaris Box 849, Gonubie, South Africa, 5256 Telephone: 011-43-740-5742 Website: www.harveysafaris.co.za Email: [email protected] 31 SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 LIVE AUCTION ITEMS SCI NOVI L39 Trophy Importation and Clearance Services Lisa Gingerich and Michael Lewis from Coppersmith Global Logistics have donated a $350 gift certificate for their services. Coppersmith Global Logistics is a brokerage and freight forwarding company based out of Los Angeles, and has offices across the country. They have a very large customer base and clearance of trophy shipments is a very large part of their business. They are well versed in dealing with all of the government agencies, CBP, Fish and Wildlife, etc. In other words, they will take care of dealing with the “unpleasant” parts of bringing your trophies into the US, so you don’t have to worry about that! The value of this package is $350.00, which includes the following services: US Customs Clearance, US Fish and Wildlife Clearance, USDA Clearance, CDC Permit, USPHS Clearance, airline ISC Charge, Messenger Fee, and Airline Transfer Fee. This certificate cannot be used for storage, freight charges, reprocessing of ruminants, swine products or primates, additional costs due to seizures, documentation errors or additional exam costs, US Fish and Wildlife CITES inspection fees and delivery to final destination. Let them ease your mind and help get your trophies home in a safe and secure way. Check out their booth in the exhibitor area and thank them for their 100% donation Donor Value: Donated by: $350.00Exhibitor Lisa Gingerish, Michael Lewis Coppersmith Global Logistics Chicago Branch, 760 Bonnie Lane, Elk Grove, IL 60007 Phone: (847) 437-1500 Email: [email protected] Website: www.coppersmith.com L40CUSTOM MADE REDWOOD COFFEE TABLE Doug and Mary Degriselles from Cedar-Stuff have generously donated a beautiful custom made redwood coffee table. Every item that Cedar-Stuff creates is custom made and hand crafted right here in Michigan. Their creations have even been featured on ABC’s Extreme Makeover, Home Edition. This beautiful table features a stunning redwood table top with turquoise inlays and is over 2” thick. The natural edge that this top has is a fabulous character trait. The table is 48” long and 28” wide and stands 18” tall and is covered with a tough epoxy coating. The legs of this table are white cedar stumps with cedar limbs as an accent. This item is sure to be the focal point of any room. Cedar-Stuff is known for their attention to detail and they are more than happy to build any item that you may need. Please stop by the Cedar-Stuff booth tonight and talk with Doug and Mary about their beautiful custom made furniture and let them design and build your next piece. The Novi chapter would like to thank Doug and Mary for their support and this 100% donation. Donor Value: Donated by: 32 22 | scinovi.com $2,000.00 Exhibitor Doug and Mary Degriselles Cedar-Stuff Log Furniture 4910 Pennsylvania Crossing, Lewiston, MI 49756 Phone: (989) 786-5089 Email: [email protected] Web Site: www.cedar-stuff.com SCI NOVI LIVE AUCTION ITEMS L41 SEVEN DAY BRITISH COLUMBIA HUNT FOR SPECIES OF CHOICE FOR TWO HUNTERS Kevan Bracewell of B.C. Trophy Mountain Outfitters has generously donated a seven day hunt in the Chilcotin Mountains of southwest British Columbia. This donation is for two hunters. The successful bidders will have their choice of six species to hunt: wolf, black bear, mule deer, bobcat/lynx, birds and fish are all available. The winning bidders may also use the donation value as credit for upgrading the hunt to a mountain goat, moose, cougar, or bighorn sheep. This 2x1 guided hunt can be taken in the spring, fall or winter of 2015 or 2016. Hunting method is rifle, muzzleloader, crossbow, or bow. Handguns are not permitted. Hunting will be done by vehicle, foot, horseback or snowmobile depending on the season and species, and take place in either ranch lodge/ base camps or spike camps. Donation can be upgraded to include more hunters, non-hunters, days and species per the outfitter’s price list. Not included are taxes, tags and license costs. You will be guided by a licensed professional guide that gives 110% on over 2,000 square miles of managed land, known to produce exceptional trophies. Stop by the B.C. Trophy Mountain Outfitters booth and get more details about the great hunts that they have to offer. Reference: Jon Munger, Jeff Skinner, David Haney, Chris Mayer Donor Value: Donated by: $11,000.00Exhibitor Kevan Bracewell, B.C. Trophy Mountain Outfitters PO Box 1419, Lillooet, British Columbia, Canada, V0K 1V0 Phone: (250) 238-2274 Email: [email protected] Website: www.bctrophymountainoutfitters.com L42 BLACK SHEARED MINK PARKA WITH FOX TRIM HOOD John Hayes of Cascade Furs has generously donated this beautiful black sheared mink parka with fox trim hood. This beautiful parka is 32 inches in length and features full sleeves with fox trim cuffs. This parka has hook and eye closures. This beautiful fur’s origin is the United States of America. Free alterations and monogramming are available. The display parka is a medium, but Cascade Furs will guarantee the correct size for you. This item is located on the table next to the stage. Stop by their booth and find something to keep you warm in this cold winter and thank John and his crew for this donation. Donor Value: Donated by: $5,400.00Exhibitor Cascade Fur Salon, John Hayes 6504 28th Street, Suite U Grand Rapids, MI 49546. Phone: (616) 957-4936 SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 33 LIVE AUCTION ITEMS SCI NOVI L43 FIVE DAY ONTARIO, CANADA BLACK BEAR HUNT Peter and Terry Martin of Kapriver Outfitters have generously donated a five day black bear hunt in Kapuskasing, Ontario. This donation is for one hunter and must be taken between August 15 and September 10, 2015. Your hunt may be taken in 2016 with arrangements with the outfitter. This is a semi-guided hunt, where Kapriver will provide lodging with full kitchens facilities, but you will be responsible for your own food and cooking. You will hunt BMA’s (Bear Management Areas) covering a total of 3000 km². The Kapuskasing area is renowned for its huge bears. Recently a female hunter took a 714 lb. bear with her bow. Hunter will be given a baited stand that is being “hit” regularly and if necessary be moved to another stand if requested. Hunter must provide their own transportation to and from the baited stands. Your trophy can be taken with rifle, muzzleloader or bow. Field prep is included and skinning can be done for a $100 fee. License costs are the responsibility of the hunter (approx. $275). The hunt can be upgraded to include additional hunters at the cost of $1500 per person as the camp can accommodate up to 10 hunters. This is a great chance to hunt the Ontario black bear as a group. Hunt arrival and departure point is Kapuskasing, Ontario. The winning bidder should contact the outfitter as soon as possible to reserve their spot, as space is reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. The Novi Chapter would like to thank Kapriver Outfitters for their 100% donation. References: Bob Taylor. Doner Value: Donated by: $1,500.00 Peter and Terry Martin Kapriver Outfitters 10 Erie Street, Kapuskasing Ontario, Canada, P5N 2C6 Phone: 705-335-3163 Email: [email protected] Website: www.kapriveroutfitters.ca L44 $500 GIFT CERTIFICATE FOR TAXIDERMY WORK Susan Dourlain and Kevin Van Atta of Taxidermy by Dourlain, Inc. have generously donated a $500 gift certificate to be used on a new incoming order. Taxidermy by Dourlain has been preserving hunter’s memories for over 20 years, and they are a dedicated supporter of Safari Club International. They specialize in all kinds of taxidermy including birds, fish, North American trophies, and African trophies. This donation is not good toward works in progress, and has an expiration date of 2/21/2016. The Novi chapter would like to thank Taxidermy by Dourlain for this 100% donation. Donor Value: Donated by: 22 34 | scinovi.com $500.00 Taxidermy by Dourlain, Inc. 14510 N. Saginaw Rd. Clio, MI 48420 Phone: 810-564-3142 Email: [email protected] Website: www.dourlain.com SCI NOVI LIVE AUCTION ITEMS L45 FIVE DAY ASIAN WATER BUFFALO, BLACK BUCK ANTELOPE AND DOVE HUNT IN ARGENTINA FOR TWO HUNTERS Patty Carnutte from The Global Sportsman, along with El Carrizal, has generously donated a spectacular five day hunt in Argentina for two hunters. This donation includes the trophy fees for one free range Asian water buffalo (up to 90”) and one blackbuck antelope (no limit on score), and one day of high volume dove shooting. This hunt will take place in Southern La Pampa, Argentina on concessions that comprise over 40,000 acres of prime hunting habitat. The hunt must be taken during available days between May and November 2015 or 2016. Donated trophies will be shared by the two hunters on a one trophy per hunter basis. This donation also includes 1x1 professional guide services, lodging in El Carrizal’s five-star lodge, gourmet meals, fine Argentinean wine and beer, field preparation of trophies, and transportation during the hunt. This hunt can be upgraded to include more hunters, non-hunters, hunting days and species per the outfitter’s current price list. Not included are accommodations before and after the hunt, $300 combination big game/bird hunting license fee per hunter, tags at $50 per animal, gratuity, gun permit costs if bringing your own guns, transfers between international and domestic airport in Buenos Aires at $100 per person (arrival and departure), and transportation from airport and ranch at $100 per person (arrival and departure). Guns are available from the outfitter at a cost of $70 per day. Shotgun shells can be purchase at $14 per box. Hunt with rifle or bow. Hunt may be upgraded to include other animals such as red stag, axis deer, puma, fallow deer, mouflon and numerous other trophies per the outfitter’s current price list. Stop by the Global Sportsman booth and talk with Patty about this spectacular South American donation. Donor Value: Donated by: $10,000.00 Exhibitor Patty Carnutte The Global Sportsman 9855 Scenic Hills Dr., San Antonio, TX 78255 Phone: 830-755-9191 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.theglobalsportsman.com L46 FRAMED DETROIT RED WINGS JERSEY SIGNED BY THE ENTIRE 2014/2015 DETROIT RED WINGS TEAM Ryan Bufalini, Director of Marketing for Greektown Casino, and SCI Novi Chapter member, has generously donated a framed Detroit Red Wings jersey signed by the entire 2014/2015 Red Wings team. This one of a kind item is located near the front stage. The Detroit Red Wings are one of the elite teams in the National Hockey League, with many perennial all-stars. Don’t miss this opportunity to own what could be a part of history. This item will dress up any room and you’ll be the envy of all your friends. The Novi chapter would like to thank Ryan Bufalini and Greektown Casino for this 100% donation to our chapter. Donor Value: Donated by: $ PRICELESS $ Ryan Bufalini Greektown Casino 555 E. Lafayette Detroit, MI 48226 Phone: 313-223-2669 Email: [email protected] Website: www.greektowncasino.comm SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 35 LIVE AUCTION ITEMS SCI NOVI L47 FIVE DAY KANSAS HUNT FOR WHITE-TAILED DEER Wes Traul from Kansas Unlimited has generously donated a five day whitetailed deer hunt for one hunter in Kansas. This hunt is a 2x1guided hunt during October, November or December of 2015 only. The hunter has the choice to hunt with a rifle, muzzleloader or bow. Choice of weapon will determine dates of hunt to comply with season restrictions. Kansas has a well-deserved reputation as a top destination for quality whitetails because of their abundant crops, mild winters and strong natural mineral sources. The hunter will utilize tree stands, ground blinds, and spot and stalk based on the topography of the area and the hunting season. The winning bidder will be responsible for entering the Kansas license lottery (April 1-April 24), which has about a 100% success rate. The hunting license and permits are approximately $450. Winning bidder must bring a full paying second hunter at $2,950-$3,950 depending on season of choice. Accommodations will be in an on-site lodge/ bunkhouse and include three meals per day. This is a great opportunity to hunt and experience the great whitetails of Kansas. Please stop by the Kansas Unlimited booth and talk with Wes about his whitetail hunts. The Novi chapter would like to thank Kansas Unlimited for this 100% donation. Donor Value: Donation by: $2,950.00-$3,950.00 Exhibitor Wes Traul Kansas Unlimited 32138 NW Kiowa Rd., Richmond, Kansas 66080 Phone: 785-835-7090Email: [email protected] Website: www.kansas-unlimited.com L48 SEVEN DAY FISHING TRIP IN NORTHWESTERN ONTARIO Hank and Cindy Smoke from Indian Point Camp have generously donated a seven day fishing getaway for two people. This is your chance to travel to Dryden, Ontario and fish the over 50,000 acres of amazing waters of the Wabigoon chain of lakes. With its 11 accessible lakes and miles of shoreline, quiet bays and remote clear water, you will be provided the opportunity to catch the “fish of a lifetime.” Wabigoon Lake is considered one of the top fishing destinations in Ontario due to the seemingly inexhaustible amount of fish and its extraordinary walleye and muskie fishing. This trip is for two people and must be taken between May and August of 2015. You’ll have the opportunity to fish for trophy walleye, northern pike, muskie, smallmouth bass, perch and crappie. Included in this trip are seven nights in one of Indian Point’s 10 housekeeping cabins with its own bathroom, kitchen and propane grill, use of a 17’ Lund Outfitter fishing boat with a 40 hp motor, trolling motor, 25 gallons of gas, one dozen live bait per day, one conservation fishing license (a second license is required at $30), all safety equipment (life jackets, safety kit, etc.), anchors, paddles, bait buckets, map of the lakes, and free wireless internet. Also included in this item is the camp’s famous “Tuesday evening fish fry buffet.” Winning bidder will be responsible for a fishing license, all food and drink and be required to pay a HST tax of approximately $100. This trip can be upgraded to include guided services at $160 per day, guided remote lake day trips at $195, more anglers and non-fishing guests Donor Value: $1,500.00 Donated by: Hank and Cindy Smoke Indian Point Camp PO Box 681 Dryden, Ontario P8N 2Z3 800-699-9390 Email: [email protected] Website: www.indianpointcamp.com 36 22 | scinovi.com SCI NOVI LIVE AUCTION ITEMS L49 SCOTLAND ROE DEER HUNT FOR ONE HUNTER ON THE ROYAL FAMILY’S BALMORAL ESTATE Michael Grosse of International Adventures Unlimited has donated a once in a lifetime hunt opportunity to harvest two roe deer on the Royal Family’s Balmoral Estate in Scotland. Being able to hunt on the Royal Family’s Balmoral Estate is no doubt one of the most unique, exclusive and prestigious experiences that today’s hunter will find. Purchasing this donation is the only way to hunt on this famous estate. This donation includes a $500 credit on roundtrip airfare, all airport transfers, meals, lodging in the charming Glen Lui Hotel, 1x1 guide services, and the harvesting of two roe bucks. This seven day package (including travel) must take place in June of 2015 subject to availability, or a future year as agreed upon with the outfitter. Also included in this donation is the shipping, receiving, and clearing of trophies into Denver, Colorado which is normally completed within two months of the hunt. The winning bidder will be responsible for the purchase of the USFW permit and continued shipping cost to their taxidermist. Because the number of bucks available each year depends on the number that the Royal Family keeps for themselves, the second buck may be harvested on a neighboring estate. If interested, the successful bidder and guests may also play a round of golf on the Royal Family’s private golf course and ride the Queen’s horses!!! Guided tours for hunters and non-hunters are part of this package as well. This trip can be upgraded to include a second hunter (at a $2000 savings of $4950), and non-hunters at a price of $2950.00. It can’t be guaranteed that a member of the Royal family will be in attendance during your hunt, but you never know?? Donor Value: Donated by: $9,000.00 Michael Grosse International Adventures Unlimited PO Box 1157 Gunnison, CO 81230 Phone: 970-641-5369 Email: [email protected] Website: www.internationaladventures.us SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 37 LIVE AUCTION ITEMS SCI NOVI L50 CRUSHED OPAL JEWELRY SET Mike Young and Joe Karcher from Jewel Craft International have donated a magnificent set of fine jewelry. This item is Jewel Craft’s rarest and highest demanded opal jewelry. This beautiful collection of opal jewelry features a necklace, ring, and bracelet. The opal is an absolutely amazing color, and all set in solid sterling silver and platinum. This live auction item may be your best opportunity to get the most expensive opal jewelry that they carry. This item is located on the table next to the stage. Stop at the Jewel Craft booth and thank Mike and Joe for their continued support and look at their great assortment of jewelry. Donor Value: $3,000.00Exhibitor Donated by: Mike Young, Joe Karcher Jewel Craft International 22643 Foxmoor, Novi, MI 48374 Phone: 248-344-4400 L51 SIX DAY/FIVE NIGHT ALASKA SALMON FISHING TRIP Ron Jewett of McDougall Lodge has generously donated a six day/five night guided Alaska fishing trip on Lake Creek, located about 65 miles northwest of Anchorage. The winning bidder will be fishing Lake Creek for all five species of Pacific salmon, rainbow trout, Arctic grayling and northern pike. Schedule this trip with the outfitter for open dates from June 1-September 15, 2015 or 2016. Lake Creek has been created for perfect angling success. Its clear waters wander through Alaska’s unspoiled wilderness, 65 miles from the nearest road. Sandbars and shallow rills offer easy wading to its teeming pools, where every cast can deliver a strike. This donation includes private deluxe cabin accommodations, meals, fishing tackle, cleaning and freezing of all fish to be brought home, and guide services. Winning bidder must bring a second full paying angler with them at $3,250. Not included are licenses (approx $55 per person), king salmon tags (approx $30 per person), airfare to Anchorage, 20 minute air charter from Anchorage to lodge (approx $240 per person, roundtrip), alcohol and gratuities. This fishing trip can be upgraded to include more anglers as the cost of each additional angler is discounted. The Novi Chapter would like to thank McDougall Lodge for this 100% donation. Donor Value: Donated by: 38 22 | scinovi.com $3,450.00 Ron Jewett McDougall Lodge 10939 N. Alpine Hwy. #128 Highland, UT 84003 Telephone: 801-318-7127 Lodge phone: 907-733-2818 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mcdougalllodge.com SCI NOVI LIVE AUCTION ITEMS L52THREE DAY/FOUR NIGHT RIO GRANDE WILD TURKEY HUNT IN KANSAS Jeff Brondige, of Hickory Creek Outfitters, has donated a three day/four night Rio Grande wild turkey hunt in southeast Kansas for one hunter. Kansas allows two birds with a combo turkey tag, so you’ll have the chance to harvest two great Rio Grande turkeys. This semi-guided hunt will take place on 40,000 acres of ranchland in the heart of big turkey country. Hunt to be taken during the Kansas turkey season of April 15th - May 31st, 2015. This donation can be upgraded to include more hunters, days, and waterfowl. The winning bidder is responsible for their own license and tags (over the counter and approximately $72.50 for non-resident license and $47.50 for combo turkey tag before April 1st, 2015), and transportation to/from Tulsa, Oklahoma. Accommodations, meals, field prep, and transportation of trophy to the shipper are included. Please stop by the Hickory Creek Outfitters’ booth and talk to them about their excellent Kansas turkey hunting. Donor Value: Donated by: $900.00 Exhibitor Hickory Creek Outfitters 22360 30 Mile Rd., Ray, MI 48096 Phone: 586-337-3169 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.hunthickorycreek.com L53 SEVEN DAY WHITE-TAILED DEER HUNT IN NORTHWESTERN ONTARIO FOR TWO HUNTERS Hank and Cindy Smoke from Indian Point Camp have generously donated a seven day white-tailed deer hunt for two hunters. This is your chance to travel to Dryden, Ontario and hunt what is now considered a top deer hunting destination in Canada. A very high concentration of trophy bucks can be found in this area of Ontario, and Indian Point Camp is located right in the middle of it. This is your chance to hunt the massive bodied, thick necked northern Canadian whitetail. This trip is for two hunters and can be done with a rifle, muzzleloader, bow or crossbow. Muzzleloader, bow and crossbow hunts must take place in October of 2015 and the rifle hunt in November of 2015. This is a semi- guided hunt. Your hunt will take place on private/leased property with baited sites and permanent tree stands. Your first day will be an orientation of the property along with any other assistance that may be required. Hunters may only take deer that have 8 points or better and are outside of the ears. Lodging is included with this item and will be for seven or eight nights in one of Indian Point Camp’s housekeeping cabins that have their own bathrooms and kitchens. Also included will be the famous “Monday evening buffet” at camp. Not included are license fees ($240), export permits ($35), field prep of trophy, HST tax (approx. $240), ground transportation during hunt, and hunter’s food and drink. This hunt can be upgraded to include grouse and wolf, additional hunters and non-hunters per the outfitter’s current price list. Donor Value: $3,590.00 Donated by: Hank and Cindy Smoke Indian Point Camp PO Box 681, Dryden, Ontario P8N 2Z3 800-699-9390 Email: [email protected] Website: www.indianpointcamp.com SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 39 LIVE AUCTION ITEMS SCI NOVI L54 MICHGAN DEER HUNT FOR ONE YOUTH HUNTER Leonard A. Kruszewski , a SCI Life Member and SCI Novi Chapter President, has generously donated a Michigan deer hunt to be taken during the 2015 Early Youth Weekend Hunt. This is a youth hunt to be taken at the 4 K Ranch in Curran, Michigan. Come hunt Northeast Michigan’s “Club Country” for a memory of a lifetime with your child. Deer are free ranging over 120 acres of rolling hardwoods. Hunt is for one youth who would qualify under the Michigan Youth Hunt rules for the weekend in September of 2015. Hunter must be chaperoned by a parent or legal guardian. This donation includes use of hunting blinds, lodging in a private cabin, food, non-alcoholic beverages, and overnight accommodations for Friday and Saturday nights. This is a two day, weekend hunt for the hunter’s choice of one buck or one doe. This donation does not include processing or hunting license. Please thank Leonard for this great donation when you see him in the crowd tonight. Donor Value: $1,000.00 Donated by: Leonard A. Kruszewski 4 K Ranch Phone: 248-408-8087 E-mail: [email protected] L55 FRAMED WILDLIFE ART, “LORDS OF THE JUNGLE” BY DAVID SHEPARD Ms. Lynn Berman, a friend of the Novi Chapter, has generously donated a beautiful piece of wildlife art. This 36x30 limited edition is glass framed in walnut trim. The print is entitled “Lords of the Jungle” and depicts a herd of elephants at Amboseli National Park, below Mt. Kilimanjaro. This piece of art is done by famed wildlife artist and conservationist David Shepard. David Shepard is a British artist known for his wildlife art, particularly of elephants. Mr. Shepard is also a devoted conservationist through his foundation, The David Shepard Wildlife Foundation. After a trip to Africa and seeing a poisoned water hole with several fallen zebra, he has become an outspoken, world-known campaigner for conservation. This item is located on the table next to the stage. Check it out and start thinking where you might put it in your home. The Novi Chapter would like to thank Lynn Berman for this 100% donation. Donor Value: $750.00 Donated by: Ms. Lynn Berman 22 | scinovi.com 40 SCI NOVI LIVE AUCTION ITEMS L56DETROIT RIVER WALLEYE FISHING TRIP FOR THREE Captain Ed Pascua of Medicine Man Charters is donating a morning or evening walleye fishing trip on the Detroit River for three people. Captain Ed has many years of experience and his knowledge of seasonal movements and proven techniques will reward you with the trip of a lifetime. This five hour trip will be done by “hands on, vertical jigging.” This trip may be taken in April or May 2015 or 2016. The winning bidder will need a fishing license at $25 per angler. Fish cleaning is included. You may add an additional angler for $75. The trip may be upgraded to include bass fishing per arrangements with Capt. Ed. Arrival and departure point is Keans Marina in Detroit. Please stop by the Medicine Man Charters booth to talk with Capt. Ed about “vertical jigging in the D,” and thank him for this 100% donation. References: Tricia Auten Donor Value: Donated by: $400.00Exhibitor Captain Ed Pascua Medicine Man Charters 22557 Statler St. Clair Shores, MI 48081 Phone: 734-709-2766 Email: [email protected] Website: www.medicinemancharters.comm L57ONE YEAR MEMBERSHIP TO LAVIDA MASSAGE IN COMMERCE, MICHIGAN John Hoose from LaVida Massage has generously donated a one year massage membership at the Commerce location. LaVida Massage is a unique massage center that promotes health and wellness by providing therapeutic massage services for the whole family. LaVida Massage is a comfortable, elegant yet friendly atmosphere that everyone can enjoy. This membership is only valid at the Commerce, MI location. This membership includes 12 one-hour massage sessions. Sessions include consultation time and time for dressing. This donation does not include gratuity. Don’t miss your opportunity to be pampered and stress free. Donor Value: Donated by: $960.00 John Hoose LaVida Massage 3050 Union Lake Rd. Suite 3D Commerce, MI 48382 248-366-4611 Email: [email protected] Website: www.lavidamassagecommercemi.com SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 41 LIVE AUCTION ITEMS SCI NOVI L58 MONTANA ROCKY MOUNTAIN ELK HUNT Edwin Johnson of Montana Guide Service has generously donated a five day Rocky Mountain elk hunt for one hunter. This is your opportunity to hunt some of the finest trophy elk in Montana. This 2x1 guided hunt will take place on eight miles of common boundaries with Yellowstone National Park or the surrounding Gallatin National Forest in area 313-50. Bulls taken on this hunt have scored over 365” SCI. This is a rifle hunt and must be scheduled with the outfitter for open dates in late October to the middle of November, 2015. This is a fair chase hunt. Included are lodge accommodations, meals, 2x1 guide service and field prep. The winning bidder will be responsible for a Montana hunting license and elk tag (approximately $900). The Montana license deadline is March 15, 2015 and it is the winning bidder’s responsibility to apply. It is recommended that all applicants purchase the $50 preference point. This hunt can be upgrade to include more hunters at $4500 each and non-hunters at $1000 each. The hunt can also be upgraded to a 1x1 guided hunt for an additional $1000. Not included are packaging/shipping of trophy and gratuities. Donor Value: Donated by: $4,500.00 Edwin Johnson Montana Guide Service, Inc 80 Mol Heron Creek Rd., Gardiner, MT 59030 Phone: 406-848-7265 Email: [email protected] Website: www.montanaguide.com L59THREE DAY/TWO NIGHT GETAWAY FOR TWO COUPLES PLUS A 50 BIRD PHEASANT/QUAIL HUNT Perry Heleski from Muy Grande Ranch and Resort, an affiliate of The Signature Ranch Collection, has donated a fantastic three day/two night couple’s getaway at the famous Muy Grande Ranch and Resort in Millersburg, MI. This donation is for two couples. The winning bidder will be part of a 50 bird walk up pheasant/quail hunt. Gather your best friends and enjoy a weekend of relaxation and great hunting. The winning bidders will stay in the presidential luxury suite inside the beautiful 40,000 sq. ft. lodge. This package includes lodging for two nights and all meals. Individuals will have access to the in-house day spa for massages and spa services, and Saturday evening will include a special wine tasting. Trip must be used inside the 2015 calendar year. Participants must bring their own guns and ammunition. Muy Grande is located in the northeast corner of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. Please stop by the Muy Grande booth in the exhibitor area and talk with Perry about their beautiful resort and his giant white-tailed deer hunts. The Novi chapter would like to thank Muy Grande Ranch for this 100% donation. References: Terry Broemer, David Haney, Jeff Stolhans, Brent Gibson. Donor Value: Donated by: 22 | scinovi.com 42 $3,000.00Exhibitor Perry Heleski Muy Grande Ranch and Resort 10350 Whitetail Way, Millersburg, MI 49759 989-370-2366 Email: [email protected] Website: www.muygranderanch.com SCI NOVI LIVE AUCTION ITEMS L60 SEVEN DAY SOUTH AFRICAN LION HUNT FOR ONE HUNTERS Johann Combrink from Numzaan Safaris has donated a seven day male lion safari for one hunter. This 1x1 hunt will take place in the North West Province and Limpopo Province of South Africa, and can be scheduled for the hunting season of March through October of 2015 or 2016. Included in this donation are daily rates for the safari and the trophy fee for the lion. This is a five day hunt plus a day of arrival and departure. This donation can be upgraded to include more hunters, non-hunters, hunting days, and species per the current price list with the outfitter. This is a rifle hunt with a .375 or larger caliber. No automatic or semi-automatic rifles allowed. Transportation during this hunt will be mostly spot and stalk and vehicles. Hunt arrival and departure point is Johannesburg, Oliver Tambo International Airport. Weapon permits are required and are issued at the airport, with an approximate cost of $100 per hunter. CITIES permits are also required. More information about these permits can be obtained from the outfitter. Included in this donation are transportation to and from the airport, all transportation during the safari, lodging in chalets or lodge rooms, meals during the safari, laundry service, field prep including skinning, caping, and salting and transportation of trophies to the shipper. Please stop by the Numzaan Safari booth and talk with them about this great and unique donation. Donor Value: Donated by: $20,300.00Exhibitor Numzaan Safaris Johann Combrink P.O. Box 1450, Thabazimbi, 0380 South Africa Phone: +27 82 498 7061 Email: [email protected] Website: www.numzaan.com L61 TRIJICON 3-9x40mm ACCUPOINT® RIFLE SCOPE Trijicon Incorporated of Wixom, Michigan has generously donated an AccuPoint 3-9x40mm rifle scope. Trijicon is a local company producing “Brilliant Aiming Solutions” for hunting, law enforcement and military applications. Developed to improve precision and accuracy with any caliber of rifle, this AccuPoint scope is sure to step up your game. Trijicon is also a corporate sponsor of Safari Club International and are playing a large part in protecting hunter’s rights and animal conservation. This item is on the table next to the stage. We thank them for their support of our Chapter. Donor Value: Donated by: $1,025.00 Trijicon, Inc. 49385 Sharer Ave., Wixom, MI 48393 Telephone: (248) 960-7700 Fax: (248) 960.7725 E-Mail: [email protected] Web Site: www.trijicon.com SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 43 LIVE AUCTION ITEMS SCI NOVI L62 .50 CALIBER IN-LINE MUZZLELOADER FROM ULTIMATE FIREARMS Ken Johnston, owner and producer of Ultimate Firearms, has generously donated a .50 cal in-line muzzleloader. Ultimate Firearms has been making the finest custom firearms for over thirty years. They are also the proud maker of the BP Xpress, a custom built in-line .50 caliber muzzleloader. The Ultimate Muzzleloader is second to none in accuracy and long range capability. In the hands of a capable marksman, this muzzleloader will have shot groups within four inches at 500 yards! Yes, 500 yards!! Not only do these guns shoot a great distance, they are great looking firearms. This item also comes with a scope and muzzle brake. This item is displayed up in the front of the room by the stage. Please check out the Ultimate Firearms booth tonight and take a look at your next muzzleloader. Donor Value: Donated by: $2,800.00 Exhibitor Ken Johnston Ultimate Firearms 3839 Argentine Rd., Howell, MI 48855 517-552-7831 Website: www.ultimatefirearms.com L63 BOYT HARNESS COMPANY SPORTSMAN’S PACKAGE SCI Novi, in conjunction with Boyt Harness Company, has secured this deluxe Sportsman’s Package of Boyt Harness products. Boyt Harness Company is a proud corporate sponsor of Safari Club International. This package includes a soft rifle gun case and a soft shotgun case, both with leather slings and handles, and a large exterior accessory pocket. This package also includes a large Safari Rolling Duffle bag that has roomy interior and external pockets and a structured gun cased bottom section that accommodates hard sided gun cases. Also included in this package is a small Sportsman Duffle bag and a large Sportsman Duffle bag, each with three exterior pockets, large end pockets and an adjustable shoulder strap. These items are made with waxed heavy duty canvas and come with the “SCI First for Hunters” logo on a leather embossed patch. These items are on display next to the stage, so check them out. This package will set you up to pack for any hunting trip or vacation destination. Donor Value: $886.00 Donated by: SCI Novi and Boyt Harness 22 | scinovi.com 44 SCI NOVI LIVE AUCTION ITEMS L64 MICHIGAN UPPER PENINSULA BLACK BEAR HUNT FOR ONE HUNTER Dan Kirschner of Wild Spirit Guide Service has generously donated a five day black bear hunt in the Upper Peninsula for one hunter. Wild Spirit Guide Service is busy in the woods all over the Upper Peninsula to provide hunting clients with the perfect locations to bag the bear of their dreams. Bait hunting for bear will allow a hunter the opportunity to take in the sights, smells and sounds of our beautiful forests and wildlife of all kinds. Pre-baited tree-stands, are placed well in advance and baited regularly to accommodate archery or firearm. There are multiple bait locations for each hunter. This hunt will need to take place September 15-19 in 2015, 2016 or 2017 depending on the permit draw. The permit application period is May 1- June 1 with most individuals drawing with two points. Check with the outfitter for draw areas. Included in this donation are lodging, transportation during the hunt and field prep of your trophy. Not included are meals, license and permit draw costs and gratuities. Hunt arrival and departure point is Powers, Michigan. Please stop by the Wild Spirit Guide Service booth and talk with Dan about this great opportunity to get a Michigan black bear. The Novi chapter would like to thank Wild Spirit Guide Service for their 100% donation. Donor Value: Donated by: $1,600.00Exhibitor Dan Kirschner Wild Spirit Guide Service N1510 Township Line Rd., Powers, MI 4987 Phone: 906-250-0089 Email: [email protected] Website: www.wildspiritguide.com L65 FOUR DAY CERTIFICATE TO HOLLAND’S LONG RANGE SHOOTING SCHOOL Darrell Holland from Holland’s Long Range Shooting School has donated a certificate for free enrollment in their four day shooting school in Oregon. Holland’s is trusted by hunters and shooters worldwide to provide exceptional instruction in the art of long-range shooting. Holland’s advanced curriculum and proven training techniques consistently produce outstanding results in just four days of intensive shooting instruction. You’ll shoot and train under real world conditions, such as shooting from a bi-pod, over your pack, and from log and rock outcroppings. The same conditions you may encounter in the field. You will perform uphill/downhill shooting, shooting across canyons, wind doping, advanced ballistics, proper bolt manipulation, rapid targeting engagement, hand-loading techniques, range finding in case of laser failure and much more. Not included are lodging, meals and transportation to and from Oregon. Town is about twenty minutes from the ranch and breaks are taken for meals. The winning bidder may bring along three other shooters, each at the final auction price. If other shooters do attend, arrangements need to be made with SCI Novi. Please contact Chris Mayer at [email protected] to make those arrangements. Rifles may be rented from Holland’s at a cost of $100 per day plus cost of ammunition. You can expect to shoot up to 300 rounds during your four day class. Donor Value: Donated by: $2,100.00 Darrell Holland Holland’s Long Range Shooting School PO Box 69, Powers, OR 97466 Phone: 541-439-5155 Email: [email protected] Website: www.hollandguns.com SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 45 LIVE AUCTION ITEMS SCI NOVI L66 FIVE DAY SOUTH AFRICAN SAFARI FOR FOUR HUNTERS Johann Combrink from Numzaan Safaris has donated a five day South African safari for four hunters. This 2x1 hunt will take place in the Limpopo Province and can be scheduled for the hunting season of March through October of 2015 or 2016. Included in this donation is a credit of $500.00 towards trophy fees for each hunter. This donation can be upgraded to include more hunters, non-hunters, and hunting days all per the outfitter’s current price list. If the winning bidder upgrades the hunt to a 10 day safari, then they will receive an additional $1000.00 credit on trophy fees per hunter. This is a rifle or bow hunt. No automatic or semi-automatic rifles allowed. Hunt arrival and departure point is Johannesburg, Oliver Tambo International Airport. Weapon permits are required and are issued at the airport, with an approximate cost of $100 per hunter. Please reference the outfitter’s website for details on the permit process. Rifles and ammunition are available to rent from the outfitter if desired. Included in this donation are transportation to and from the airport, all transportation during the safari, lodging in chalets or lodge rooms, meals during the safari, beverages, laundry services and field prep including skinning, caping and salting of trophies. Not included is transportation of trophies to the shipper. Please stop by the Numzaan Safari booth and learn more about this donation and the safaris that are available. Donor Value: Donated by: $9,000.00Exhibitor Numzaan Safaris Johann Combrink P.O. Box 1450, Thabazimbi, 0380, South Africn Phone: +27 82 498 7061 Email: [email protected] Website: www.numzaan.com L67 “THE RUNWELL” WATCH FROM SHINOLA DETROIT Shinola Detroit has generously donated a beautiful watch to tonight’s auction. This men’s watch, called The Runwell, is a classic handmade and American made timepiece. Built here in Detroit, this watch is assembled from the finest components in the world. Features of The Runwell include a sapphire crystal, Super-LumiNova printed dial details, and a solid stainless steel case with a screw down crown. Three hands and date indicator are driven by the Detroit built Argonite 715 high accuracy quartz movement. From the laser etched case back to the etched lightning bolt on the buckle, every detail of The Runwell has been engineered with an obsessive focus on making a watch of the highest quality possible and making it right here in Detroit, Michigan. This item is located on the table next to the stage. The Novi chapter would like to thank Shinola Detroit for this 100% donation. Donor Value: Donated by: 46 22 | scinovi.com $650.00 Shinola Detroit 485 W. Milwaukee St., 5th Floor Detroit, MI 48202 Phone: 313-334-7612 Email: [email protected] Web Site: www.shinola.com SCI NOVI LIVE AUCTION ITEMS L68 SIX BOTTLE WINE TASTING FOR UP TO 18 PEOPLE Shawne Marie Maga from Wines for Humanity has generously donated a certificate that entitles the bearer to a six bottle, two hour wine tasting for up to eighteen people. This is a great opportunity to gather great friends and family for a night of wine tasting. Your tasting will be conducted by Shawne Marie, an educated and experienced “wine advisor” and you will experience wines from a light white to a bold red. You will experience exclusive and delicious wines from award-winning vineyards the world over. Shawne Marie always throws in a seventh bottle for free to add to the experience!! A great thing about Wines for Humanity is that a portion of all wine sales will go back towards their mission, the prevention of homelessness, OR towards SCI Novi and our mission of promoting hunting, conservation, and the outdoors through education. Wines are available for purchase at the conclusion of the tasting. Please stop by the Wines for Humanity booth and talk with Shawne Marie about her great wine tasting experiences. Be sure to thank her for 100% donation and her support of the Novi Chapter. Donor Value: Donated by: $400.00Exhibitor Shawne Marie Maga Advanced Wine Advisor Wines for Humanity 517-540-1998 Email: [email protected] Website: www.winesforhumanity.com L69 GIRLFRIENDS SHOPPING GETAWAY!! CHOOSE YOUR BLOOMINGDALE’S SHOPPING EXPERIENCE, A THREE NIGHT HOTEL STAY AND AIRFARE FOR TWO PEOPLE!! Ladies, this is an opportunity of a lifetime. If you like shopping this item is for you. Winspire has generously donated a shopping experience where two people will receive airfare, a three night stay in a Hyatt Hotels & Resorts and a $1,000 shopping spree with a personal shopper at your choice of participating Bloomingdale’s stores across the country!! That’s right…..the winning bidder will be able to choose what Bloomingdale’s store they would like to go to from participating locations including southern and northern California; Orlando or Miami, Florida; and even Long Island or Manhattan, New York. They will receive free roundtrip coach airfare, and a three night standard room hotel stay in a beautiful Hyatt Hotel. Don’t forget that you also get assistance from a Bloomingdale’s personal shopper and a $1,000 Bloomingdale’s shopping spree. Bloomingdale’s is known worldwide for its fashion sense and merchandising savvy, having helped launch the careers of many now-famous designers. Among them are Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein and Donna Karan. This will be your chance to see some of the up-and-comers in the fashion industry. Blackout dates do apply, and a three night stay or a Saturday night stay is required. Airfares must be purchased within one year from tonight. Donor Value: Donated by: $ PRICELESS $ WinSpire, Inc. Irvine, CA 877-544-8555 Email: [email protected] Website: www.winspire.com 47 SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 LIVE AUCTION ITEMS SCI NOVI L70 SOUTH AFRICAN PHOTO SAFARI FOR TWO Trevor Shaw of Zulu Nyala has generously donated a South African photo safari for two people. You and your partner will spend six days and six nights at Zulu Nyala’s Luxury Hemingway Tented Safari Camp, Heritage Safari Lodge, or Zulu Nyala Lodge. Cool lounges, wide verandas, and sparkling swimming pools make being “in camp” a relaxing and pleasurable experience. A wide variety of activities are available including game drives in comfortable open game viewing vehicles as your ranger drives you through the reserve to view many African animals. This donation includes accommodations for six days/nights, three meals per day and two game drives per day. Not included are airfares, transfers, extra activities, drinks, riverboat cruise, telephone, and tours. Should you wish to extend your experience, Zulu Nyala can arrange tailor-made tours to suit your individual requirements throughout South Africa. You may want to include some additional stopovers on your trip such as, Sodwana Bay, St. Lucia, Cape Town, Table Mountain, Garden Route, Sun City, Swaziland, Kruger National Park, Victoria Falls, Pilgrim’s Rest and also Rovos Rail, Blue Train and many more. Day trips and other activities can be arranged. Many of the game tours will take place in the same area where “I Dreamed of Africa” was filmed, starring Kim Basinger. Trip must be taken within two years of purchase date, is non-transferable and may not be sold in any manner. Please stop by the Zulu Nyala booth and check out this amazing experience. Donor Value: Donated by: $5,950.00 Exhibitor Trevor Shaw, Zulu Nyala For reservations contact Reshmi Bahadur Phone: 011 27 35-562-0177 Email: [email protected] Website: www.zulunyala.com L71 FOUR DAY WESTERN KENTUCKY WHITE-TAILED DEER HUNT FOR ONE HUNTER Dale Unkraut II of Northgate Farms has donated a four day white-tailed deer hunt in western Kentucky for one hunter. This four day hunt will actually be two days of bow hunting and two days of muzzleloader hunting. Northgate Farms hunting guides have several years of combined trophy whitetail hunting experience. They offer over 3,700 acres of prime whitetail and wild turkey property to hunt on, and have been hunting western Kentucky for approximately 30 years. There have been many world class trophy whitetail bucks taken from this region by past clients. This hunt will need to take place in October of 2015, with the specific date agreed upon with the outfitter. This hunt may be upgraded to include more hunters at $1500. The winning bidder will be responsible for the over-the-counter license at approximate $260. This donation does not include lodging or meals, but the outfitter has information on options and should cost about $75-$100 per night. The Novi chapter would like to thank Northgate Farms for their 100% donation. Donor Value: Donated by: 48 22 | scinovi.com $1,500.00 Dale Unkraut II Northgate Farms 1021 Will Jackson Rd., Cadiz, KY 42211 Phone: 859-653-0967 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.northgate-farms.com SCI NOVI LIVE AUCTION ITEMS L72 SCI NOVI CHAPTER LIFE MEMBERSHIP #10 Here is your chance to be the tenth individual to become a SCI Novi Chapter Life Member. This item is for Life Member #10, and includes a custom safari style jacket. Your name and SCI Novi Chapter logo will be embroidered on the chest of the jacket, along with Life Member. This is truly a jacket to be worn with pride, and this is the only way to get it. You will never have to pay chapter dues again….be the next person to be known as a Chapter Life Member. The winning bidder will receive their jacket about six weeks after the event, they must see the membership booth to be sized and for correct spelling of name. Only current Life Members of Safari Club International are allowed to bid on this item. Donor Value: $500.00 Donated by: SCI Novi L73 V.I.P. DIAMOND TABLE AND FIVE MGM GRAND HOTEL ROOMS That’s right! There will only be one V.I.P. table at the 2016 Novi Chapter Fundraiser. You and your guests will receive: One VIP Diamond Table for 10 people, two bottles of champagne, first choice of table location, table service for your drinks (your own wait staff), $50.00 worth of raffle tickets for each person at your table and free valet parking for everyone at your table. This item will also include five standard hotel rooms at MGM Grand Detroit Hotel and Casino for the Saturday night of our event in 2016. Rooms are not valid for any other night. Remember there will only be one V.I.P. Table offered! Let the bidding begin (bid as a group if you want). 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SCI NOVI Riley Wilderness Youth Camp........................................................................................................... $220,000 Provided 80 Youth Scholarships Annually For Riley Wilderness Youth Camp................................... $367,000 American Wilderness Leadership School......................................................................................... $120,500 Track Magazine Subscription for local Schools.................................................................................. $12,500 Provided 30 Youth Scholarships for Apprentice Hunter Program at YO Ranch (Texas)....................... $30,000 Provided 32 Youth Scholarships for Michigan Apprentice Hunter Program (Three Rivers, Michigan)...................................................... $38,400 Contributed to the Citizens for Professional Wildlife Management................................................... $10,500 Contributed to Citizens for Wildlife Conservation............................................................................... $10,000 Supported the Michigan Involvement Committee and the Following Projects: Miscellaneous Conservation Projects.................................................................................... $17,500 Bear Study.............................................................................................................................. $12,500 Bobcat Study............................................................................................................................ $6,250 Electron Microscope................................................................................................................ $5,000 Elk Study.................................................................................................................................. $6,000 Rose Lake Gun Range.............................................................................................................. $1,000 Scholarship Fund................................................................................................................... $22,750 Contributed to the Lion Defense Fund.................................................................................................. $2,000 Contributed to the National Archery In Schools Program (NASP)....................................................... $10,000 Provided Building Funds for Granite Ranch........................................................................................ $12,500 Donated Food to Sportsman for Hunger............................................................................................... $8,000 Wood Duck House Construction.............................................................................................................. $525 Support Guide and Outfitter Associations: Alaska...................................................................................................................................... $8,500 Alberta, Canada........................................................................................................................ $2,000 Colorado................................................................................................................................... $2,000 Idaho........................................................................................................................................ $3,000 Montana................................................................................................................................... $3,500 New Mexico............................................................................................................................. $2,000 Northwest Territories, Canada.................................................................................................. $2,000 British Columbia, Canada......................................................................................................... $1,000 Saskatchewan, Canada............................................................................................................ $1,500 Funded Scholarships to Continue Graduate Studies Through the generous support of the Riley Foundation..................................................................... $70,000 Supported Multi-Lakes Conservation Association Youth Activitie......................................................... $8,000 Donated “Safari-in-a-Box” kits to local schools for education........................................................... $15,000 Sponsored and provided scholarships to “Upward Bound Nature Ventures” Program...................... $22,830 Sponsored and provided scholarships for teachers to attend the Academy of Natural Resources.... $50,000 Total ..................................................................................................... $1,104,255.00 22 | scinovi.com 52 Thank You to Our Sponsors Michigan DNR’s Academy of Natural Resources The Academy of Natural Resources offers educators the opportunity to learn about Michigan’s diverse natural resources, discover current trends in their management and experience activities that bring this knowledge to the classroom. Three separate sections are offered, each with a different emphasis but all benefitting Michigan educators who wish to blend natural resources themes into their school curricula. The three workshops run concurrently at the Ralph A. MacMullen Center at Higgins Lake the week of July 19-24, 2015. Teachers may choose from the following workshops this year: MEECS WEEK - recommended for upper elementary or middle school educators Forest, Field and Fins - recommended for middle school and high school educators STEM from Nature: Integrating Ecology in YOUR Classroom recommended for all educators The Novi Chapter supports the Academy with scholarships available to all educators that attend. If you know of any teachers that would like to attend, you can find more information at: www.michigan.gov/dnrteachers or [email protected] SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 53 Raffles and games SCI NOVI 24th Annual SCI - Novi Chapter Fundraiser February 21, 2015 Explanation of the “5 Gun Raffle” The Super Gun Raffle has been changed significantly, Please carefully review to the following information. See any ticket seller to purchase tickets for this raffle. 1. Each ticket has a cost of $100. 2. Each ticket may be purchased by one person or up to 5 persons in $20 shares. 3. If to be shared: • It is up to you to find others to share in the cost. • We recommend that someone volunteer to serve as the ticket coordinator. • Please decide in advance as to how each gun will be allocated to each share of the ticket. When it comes time for this drawing: 1. One $100 ticket, and only one $100 ticket, will be drawn. 2. The person or people that purchased that ticket, will win a total of five guns that are on display here at the stage. 3. Once the winning ticket has been drawn, all five guns will be moved to the Randy’s Guns booth. 4. If a person bought only one $20 share in the $100 ticket, they will win one gun. If they bought two shares, they will win two guns, and so on. Note: If less than thirty (30) tickets are sold, this “Super Gun” raffle will convert to a 50/50 drawing. Remember, anyone who wins one of these guns may exchange the gun they win for another gun at Randy’s booth. 22 54 | scinovi.com SCI NOVI Raffles and games 24th Annual SCI - Novi Chapter Fundraiser February 21, 2015 Announcement of Silent Auction, Raffles and Games If I could have your attention, I would like to bring several “winning” opportunities to your attention. We do have several games and raffles this year: 1. The “Top Gun” Game is located on the front stage. 30 raffle tickets will be sold. To play this game, please see area next stage for $100 ticket. When all 30 tickets are sold we will draw 1 winner. Winner will receive Ruger Super Blackhawk .44 Mag. Please note that this game has the very best odds of any offered tonight and only the first 30 entrees will have an opportunity. 2. Michigan Counties Game. This game consists of a map of Michigan and each of its 83 counties and 17 islands. For $20, participants place their name on any of the 83 counties and 17 islands available. Limit one name/entry per county. At the end of the evening, we will draw the winning county name from our tumbler, and the participant who chose that county will receive their choice of the following guns: 1) Mossberg JIC Home Defense 12 ga. 2) Ruger Stainless Steel, Mannlicher stock 10/22 3) Ruger LCP .380 w/Laser sight. 3. Shut the Box game. The “box” is an open tray with a baize interior. A row numbers one to nine appear along the top length. Each number has a corresponding square panel cover which can flip to cover the number. Two dice are the only other requirement, although a dice cup may be used if desired. A player takes a turn by repeatedly throwing the dice until the player cannot continue. Each turn is $10, and is taken as follows: If numbers 7, 8 and 9 are all covered, the player decides whether to throw one die or two. If any of these 3 numbers are still uncovered, the player must use both dice. The player throws the die or dice into the box and adds up the pips. The player must then cover up a set of unique uncovered numbers that add up to the sum thrown. So for instance, if the total pips is 8, the player may choose one of the following sets of numbers as long as all of the numbers in the set are available to be covered: •8 •7&1 • 6&2 • 5&3 • 5&2&1 • 4&3&1 The player then does exactly the same thing with a second throw and so on. Once a number is covered up, it stays covered so, eventually, the player will throw a total for which it is not possible to find a set of uncovered numbers. When this happens, the player scores the sum of the numbers that are still uncovered. So if the numbers 1, 5 and 9 are uncovered and the player throws a 4, with options 4 or 3 & 1, the turn finishes and the player’s score is 15. If anyone succeeds in shutting the box i.e. closing all the numbers, that player wins outright immediately and receives the “top prize” number of raffle tickets. Final scores other than “shutting the box” receive decreasing numbers of raffle tickets as their final score increases. 4. Our Progressive Raffle. A complete listing of the more than two dozen raffle prizes for the Bronze, Silver and Gold level raffles is set out on p. 7 of this program. Raffle tickets are limited, and tickets for the Silver and Gold level raffles are available ONLY with purchase of packages of Bronze level tickets. Individual Bronze raffle tickets are available for $5 each, or in packages as follows: $100 Package – 25 Bronze, 5 Silver and 1 Gold tickets. $200 Package – 50 Bronze, 15 Silver and 5 Gold tickets. $400 package – 100 Bronze, 50 Silver, 15 Gold Tickets. As you can see, the Silver and Gold level tickets are progressively more limited, meaning the odds for winning those raffles become corresponding better! Each of the items listed on p. 7 will be awarded in an individual raffle, and ticket purchasers will be able to choose which of the items at each level to wager their tickets on. In other words, at each of the levels (Bronze, Silver and Gold), the prizes are awarded through individual “bucket” raffles, and ticket holders can select which “bucket” to enter their tickets in. Gold raffle will have two winner, with their choice of the three items. Winning entries will be drawn for each item after the close of the live auction this evening. 5. SCI Mug Raffle purchase a SCI mug or pint glass to take home for $20.00 and receive a drink ticket good for one free drink at the event bar, and one raffle ticket for a chance to win a gun off of Randy’s gun table. 6. We will be conducting two Quickie Raffles • A $500 shopping spree at Somerset Collection mall • A $500 gift certificate at Cabela’s • These will only last for ten minutes so be ready. 7. Tickets for the “FIVE-gun” raffle are located with the ticket sellers ($100 per ticket.) You may buy a ticket by yourself, or share the cost with others. • Please review the directions on page 5. 8. There is also a Winners Choice raffles at Randy’s Guns booth • $20 per card, 52 cards to be obtained at Randy’s booth • We will draw each time 52 cards are sold. • Winner’s choice of guns on the table. 9. The silent auction began at 4:00 and your bids may be entered until 7:15. However, one half of the silent auction table will close at 7:00, so watch your bids at closing time. 55 SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 OUR FUTURE SCI NOVI SCI-Novi Proudly Sponsors Outdoor Education Scholarships for Youth to Attend the “Riley Wilderness Youth Camp” Hosted by the Michigan Out-of-Doors Youth Camp at the MUCC’s Youth Camp is held at the Cedar Lake Outdoor Center near Chelsea in southeast Michigan. Summer 2015 SCI–Novi Chapter will provide all-expense paid scholarships for up to eighty boys and girls ages 8-15, as of August 1, 2015. The RWYC program is created and sponsored by SCI-Novi Chapter, as a result of a generous donation from the Riley Foundation, whose founder is George F. Riley (SCI-Novi Chapter Member and SCI Life Member). The following programs and activities are typical of those offered at the Riley Wilderness Youth Camp: • Conservation and Ecology • Outdoor Heritage • Wildlife Management • Taxidermy • Firearms Safety* • Archery Safety* 56 22 | scinovi.com • Varied Fishing Types and Activities • Orienteering (maps, GPS, etc.) • Outdoor Activities • Canoeing • Swimming • Outdoor Survival Skills SCI NOVI AWLS SCI Emphasis on Outdoor Education Who: Educators What: American Wilderness Leadership School When: Summer, 2015 Where: Bridger-Teton National Forest near Jackson, Wyoming Why: To provide teachers with hands-on lessons and knowledge of our natural resources with an emphasis on conservation of those resources. Field trips are an integral part of this program. SCI-Novi provides a limited number of scholarships for educators to attend AWLS. Encourage your child’s teacher, or an educator that you know, to take part in this program by applying for a scholarship. Details can be found at www.scinovi.com 57 SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 58 22 | scinovi.com 59 SCI NOVI 2015 Program |22 Thank you for joining us this evening • see everyone next year 22 | scinovi.com