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Kennel Lake Sportsmen’s Club
2015 Annual Newsletter
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Attn. Members
2015 membership fees were due January 31.
If your dues are current we thank you and your 2015
membership card is enclosed. If you have yet to pay your
dues, this may be your last newsletter.
A fine of 10% per month, will be assessed for late fees.
Please contact the Secretary for continued membership.
Thank you!
In an ongoing effort to better understand
the needs and expectations of our members,
we would love to know how you feel.
Questions, comments, or suggestions, please
feel free to contact your local Board member, club
Secretary or attend a monthly Board meeting.
Monthly Board meetings are held on the second Monday
of every month at 6:00pm in the Clubhouse.
Clubhouse Rental: The Clubhouse Rental fees for members are as follows: Small room $100, Large Room $150, Both rooms
$225. Non-member fees: Small room $200, Large room $250, Both rooms $425 plus $100 refundable
clean-up deposit for ALL rentals.
2015 Officers and Board of Directors
President- Sharyl Nuske
Vice President- Larry Smith
Secretary- Kari Cap
Treasurer- Terry Larrabee
Morton- Danny Chinn, Butch Winter, Keith Schroeder
Washington-Lonnie Klein, Jack Knight, Kris Reuter
At Large- Darrin Munter, Melvin McConkey
We currently have openings for new members.
As a current member, if you refer someone to join
Kennel Lake, you can earn a $25 referral credit!
Call 266-9641 or mail PO Box 288 Morton, IL 61550
While out at the lake, please remember
to abide by all the rules and regulations;
Members only, No Pets, No Fireworks of any kind.
This is for your safety as well as others!
Special Thanks to all of our volunteers and those
that have donated funds to the lake. Improvements, repairs,
and updates have been made to the Clubhouse, lake, and
grounds and more still needs to be done. Thanks to all the
efforts of those that have contributed in making Kennel
Lake a fun and inviting place for you and your family.
Membership Cards: You must have your membership card with
you while on club property.
Handicap Permit: You must appear in person at a monthly Board
meeting to request a handicap permit. Permits will expire every year.
Previously issued permits will no longer be accepted!
Violation of club rules: Any member may be fined Fifty dollars
($50) per offense for violating any rule of the club. Fine is payable
within thirty (30) days from the notification of the Board.
Visit us on the web at www.kennellake.com and facebook
for the latest news, a full list of upcoming events and club rules.
2015 Kennel Lake Calendar of Events
*Dates are subject to change*
March
Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday March 28th at 1pm
April
Spring Clean-up
Saturday April 4th
Saturday April 11th
Saturday April 18th
Saturday April 25th
at 8:00am
at 8:00am
at 8:00am
at 8:00am
May
Opening Day
Friday May 1st at 6am
Annual Fish Fry
Saturday May 2nd from 4-7pm
June
Fishing Derby
Saturday June 20th time TBA
Keep checking our Facebook page or website for more
details and updates. Many of our 2015 events are
going to have some exciting new changes. We are
wanting more members to share their ideas. So if you
are interested in volunteering your time and ideas,
please contact the office at 266-9641.
Volunteers can earn up to $30 off next years dues.
Annual Fish Fry May 2nd
Channel catfish, walleye and chicken with sides. The club will
provide coffee or feel free to Bring Your Own Beverages
including adult beverages. Soda and dessert will be available for
purchase as well. Dinner will be served from 4:00-7:00pm.
Hotdogs also available. Carry-outs are available.
Open to the public! Bring your friends!
Tickets may be purchased at:
Morton Community Bank, Washington Chamber of Commerce
Pumpkin Festival Parade Float Sep. 19th
September
Pumpkin Festival Parade Float
Saturday Sept. 19th at 10:30am
Fall Dinner
Saturday Sept. 26th from 4-7pm
Volunteers will be needed to help decorate a float/boat and
be in the parade at the pumpkin festival.
Clean-up Days
October
Club Weenie Roast
Saturday Oct. 3rd time TBA
November
Fall Clean-up
Saturday Nov. 7th at 8:00am
Saturday Nov. 14th at 8:00am
Annual Meeting
Thursday Nov. 19th at 6:00pm
Keep checking our Facebook page or
website for more details and updates.
Easter Egg Hunt
The annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held
Saturday March 28th at 1pm. Bring your own basket.
Fishing Derby
Spring: April 4, 11, 18, 25
Volunteers are needed to help prepare the grounds for
opening day. Donuts, coffee, and drinks will be ready by 7:30am
(rain or shine). Work crews will begin around 8:00am, but your
help will be welcome at any time during the morning.
Thank you for helping to keep Kennel Lake looking great!
Fall: November 7 & 14
Time to prepare grounds for winter.
Walleye & Chicken Dinner September 26th
Walleye and chicken plus sides. The club will provide coffee or
feel free to Bring Your Own Beverages including adult beverages.
Soda and dessert will be available for purchase
as well. Dinner will be served from 4:00-7:00pm.
Hotdogs also available. Carry-outs are available.
Open to the public! Bring your friends!
Tickets may be purchased at:
Morton Community Bank, Washington Chamber of Commerce
Fishing derby for all ages, June 20th
Prizes for most fish caught and biggest catch.
Annual Club Weenie Roast October 3rd
Free end of the season fun, fire and fellowship
Pinochle
Do you play Pinochle? Wally’s Pinochle group needs
more players! Join in on the fun every Tuesday and
Thursday from 9-12 Coffee provided.
The Club will provide:
hot dogs, roasting sticks, buns, condiments, punch,
coffee, hot chocolate, cups and plates.
Bring your own lawn chair AND a side or snack to pass.