Spring 2019 Newsletter
Introduction:
We have recently been on the receiving end of several big snowfalls with lots of drifting. Some warmer temperatures are predicted for the near future, so with luck the snow will start to gradually recede. With the coming of spring the LLHSA members start to plan for summer activities and work to attract new members. All interested women, men, teens and kids are encouraged to become active members.
Fishing Derby:
Our 46th Annual Rice Lake Fishing Derby will be held on Sunday June 9 at rice lake from 7am to 4:00 PM, with registration and a ten-cent raffle held at the clubhouse. This is a for a fishing weekend and fishing licenses are not necessary. The top prize this year for the largest fish by weight is a $300 gift certificate good at any Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce participating business. Setup for the Derby will be Saturday, June 8 beginning at 9:00 AM to erect the tents, set up chairs and clean up the grounds and clubhouse. All members are encouraged to help with preparations and running the derby. Our last meeting prior to the fishing derby is Thursday, 8pm, May 30 at the clubhouse. Please attend if you can so that we can put the finishing touches on our planning for this year’s fishing derby.
Last year we were fortunate to have excellent weather for the 45th annual fishing derby. The following week however massive flooding affected many residents of Lake Linden and Hubbell, as well as other areas and Houghton county. In a spirit of giving back to the community the club gave $5000 to the area flood relief efforts.
Hunter Education Program:
Attendance was down somewhat in 2018 after a record numbers the previous year. A total of 46 higher education students earn their certificates. Typically, 3 courses are run each year. In the spring we work with the Lake Linden-Hubbell schools in an after-school program. Our regular courses are held on three Wednesday evenings and a Saturday in July and August. In the fall a field day is held for students would take an online course. If you know someone who would like to take a hunter education course, please contact Keith Macheila at the number below.
Every spring Mark Hughes and Jim Hamlett traveled a Camp Nesbit to work with kids in the sixth-grade archery program. The club has a great crew of DNR certified instructors. If you’re interested in becoming a certified instructor, please contact Keith and 296–0365.
Deer feeding program:
During this harsh winter the club has 15 register deer feeding stations for a total of 20 ½ tons of purchased deer feeding. The number of deer at each station varies each week based on weather conditions. Without the feeding program many deer would not have survived the winter. Thanks to all will make donations to help support their 2018/19 deer feeding program.
Best Regards,
Tom Grimm, President
2019 Officers
President: Tom Grimm 296-9672
Vice-President: Mick Jarvi 296-8038
Secretary: Laura Hamlett (806) 790-7798 <- Area code is correct!
Treasurer: Mark Hughes 337-0776
Introduction:
We have recently been on the receiving end of several big snowfalls with lots of drifting. Some warmer temperatures are predicted for the near future, so with luck the snow will start to gradually recede. With the coming of spring the LLHSA members start to plan for summer activities and work to attract new members. All interested women, men, teens and kids are encouraged to become active members.
Fishing Derby:
Our 46th Annual Rice Lake Fishing Derby will be held on Sunday June 9 at rice lake from 7am to 4:00 PM, with registration and a ten-cent raffle held at the clubhouse. This is a for a fishing weekend and fishing licenses are not necessary. The top prize this year for the largest fish by weight is a $300 gift certificate good at any Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce participating business. Setup for the Derby will be Saturday, June 8 beginning at 9:00 AM to erect the tents, set up chairs and clean up the grounds and clubhouse. All members are encouraged to help with preparations and running the derby. Our last meeting prior to the fishing derby is Thursday, 8pm, May 30 at the clubhouse. Please attend if you can so that we can put the finishing touches on our planning for this year’s fishing derby.
Last year we were fortunate to have excellent weather for the 45th annual fishing derby. The following week however massive flooding affected many residents of Lake Linden and Hubbell, as well as other areas and Houghton county. In a spirit of giving back to the community the club gave $5000 to the area flood relief efforts.
Hunter Education Program:
Attendance was down somewhat in 2018 after a record numbers the previous year. A total of 46 higher education students earn their certificates. Typically, 3 courses are run each year. In the spring we work with the Lake Linden-Hubbell schools in an after-school program. Our regular courses are held on three Wednesday evenings and a Saturday in July and August. In the fall a field day is held for students would take an online course. If you know someone who would like to take a hunter education course, please contact Keith Macheila at the number below.
Every spring Mark Hughes and Jim Hamlett traveled a Camp Nesbit to work with kids in the sixth-grade archery program. The club has a great crew of DNR certified instructors. If you’re interested in becoming a certified instructor, please contact Keith and 296–0365.
Deer feeding program:
During this harsh winter the club has 15 register deer feeding stations for a total of 20 ½ tons of purchased deer feeding. The number of deer at each station varies each week based on weather conditions. Without the feeding program many deer would not have survived the winter. Thanks to all will make donations to help support their 2018/19 deer feeding program.
Best Regards,
Tom Grimm, President
2019 Officers
President: Tom Grimm 296-9672
Vice-President: Mick Jarvi 296-8038
Secretary: Laura Hamlett (806) 790-7798 <- Area code is correct!
Treasurer: Mark Hughes 337-0776
Deer Feeding:
Historically, we have given a high priority to helping deer survive the harsh Keweenaw winters. A large portion of our funds is dedicated for winter deer survival. As sportsmen, we have observed first hand the benefits of this feeding program. Due to the extreme winter conditions, the Keweenaw deer population is low. The feeding program helps keep the herd at a socially acceptable level. Click on the Feed the Deer button below to help!
Historically, we have given a high priority to helping deer survive the harsh Keweenaw winters. A large portion of our funds is dedicated for winter deer survival. As sportsmen, we have observed first hand the benefits of this feeding program. Due to the extreme winter conditions, the Keweenaw deer population is low. The feeding program helps keep the herd at a socially acceptable level. Click on the Feed the Deer button below to help!
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