Minutes for chapter meeting on 1-7, 1-21-2020 at Monical’s.

 Members present: Dave Kaeding, Jason Bleich, Sam & Ben Magers, Ralph & Cheri Esgar, Fred & Lisa Magers, Todd & Jesse Lee, Amy & Emily Lee,  Brandon & Emily Magers, Lori Grady, Kurt Edwards, Mitch & Pete St. Peter, Dallas & Courtney Glazik, Harrison Short, Mike & Evan Bristol, Jeff Polson, Mike Fricthl, Chad & Nancy Riggleman, Ray & Jayna Cline, Brian Johnson, Andy Peeler, Andy Bennet.

 1-7 & 1-21-2020

 Dave Kaeding introduced Katie Beckemeyer, Katie is working with Illinois Pheasants Forever and specializes in Wetland development.

 Dallas Glazik discussed the new CRP signup period, landowners may apply through February 28^th. 

 Brandon Magers discussed the High School Shooting Team.  After a year off, this year’s team will resume practice around early April.

 Ben Magers discussed a new grill being built in Tennessee by Piggy Back Smokers.  The grill should be finished by the end of February.

 Evan Bristle will be working with Jason Bleich on a habitat seeding project with the Paxton Park District.  The chapter will be supporting some of the seeding cost of the project, Jason thought the chapters share will be around $500.

 Dave Kaeding discussed a new Kabota ATV side by side that has been purchased by the chapter.  The ATV will be used on chapter projects for seeding and spraying operations.

 The IL State PF meetings will be held on January 24^th and 25^th in Bloomington IL.  The Pioneer Chapter will be well represented at the event, chapter members and Young Guns members will be present at the meeting. 

 Plans for the chapter banquet were discussed.  The Chapter’s banquet is scheduled for Saturday March 21, 2020 at the Roberts Gym.  Guns and games were discussed.  A final decision will be made next meeting.

 Upcoming events discussed were;  Thawville Community Sale Saturday April 18^th 7 am to 2 pm, Ford Co. Fair is June 14^th to 20^th.

 The next meeting will be held at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, February 4^th at Monical’s.

A motion to adjourn was made by Jeff Polson.  Todd Lee first and Kurt Edwards second and the motion passed unanimously.

Minutes for chapter meeting on 2-4 & 2-11-2020 at Monical’s.

Members present: Dave Kaeding, Jason Bleich, Sam & Ben Magers, Ralph & Cheri Esgar, Fred & Lisa Magers, Todd & Jesse Lee, Amy & Emily Lee,  Brandon & Emily Magers, Lori Grady, Kurt Edwards, Mitch & Pete St. Peter, Dallas & Courtney Glazik, Harrison Short, Mike & Evan Bristol, Jeff Polson, Mike Fricthl, Chad & Nancy Riggleman, Ray & Jayna Cline, Brian Johnson, Andy Peeler, Andy Bennet.

2-4-2020

 Envelopes for the March 21^st banquet were stuffed and prepared for mailing to Chapter Members.

 The next meeting will be held at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, February 11^th at Monical’s.

2-11-2020

 Brandon Magers went over the lists of Sponsors and Friends from last year’s banquet program. 

 A few banquet items were discussed.  The 5 gun drawing will include;  Tri-Star Cobra 2, Judge, SS Stoeger, Henry Big Boy 357, Smith & Wesson M&P 40 cal.

 The next meeting will be held at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, February 25^th at Monical’s.

Minutes for chapter meeting on 2-25 & 3-10-2020 at Monical’s.

 Members present: Dave Kaeding, Christy Wallace, Jason Bleich, Sam & Ben Magers, Ralph & Cheri Esgar, Fred & Lisa Magers, Todd & Jesse Lee, Amy & Emily Lee,  Brandon & Emily Magers, Lori Grady, Kurt Edwards, Mitch & Pete St. Peter, Dallas & Courtney Glazik, Harrison Short, Mike & Evan Bristol, Jeff Polson, Mike Fricthl, Chad & Nancy Riggleman, Ray & Jayna Cline, Brian Johnson, Andy Peeler, Katie Smith.

2-25-2020

 Dave Kaeding discussed chapter volunteers will fry fish at the Loda Sportsmen Club meeting on March 17^th.  This is a thank you for all the support the Loda Sportsmen Club provides our chapter.

 Fred Magers, Dave Kaeding and Ben Magers made a trip to Tennessee to pick up a new grill for the chapter.  The grill will be used at the banquet and other chapter activities.

 The group went over the list of sponsors and thank you’s.  A motion was made to recognize Monical’s with a silver sponsor and Jason Mills with a silver sponsor for all the support to our chapter.  Brandon Magers first the motion and Kurt Edwards second, the motion passed unanimously.

 3-10-20

 The group began editing and updating the program for the 2020 banquet.

 The list of sponsors and thank you’s were reviewed and updated

 Dallas Glazik and Jason Bleich discussed the meetings held on March 2^nd in Roberts.  They discussed the wetland and CRP projects in the area. 

 Dallas Glazik reported the new Air Seeder has been used and worked very well.  So far 70 acres have been seeded.

 Dallas Glazik discussed the chapter acquiring a sprayer to be used with the chapters ATV.  Dallas said the sprayer will be purchased with chapter funds and an equipment grant with Pheasants Forever.  This sprayer will be a valuable tool to aid habitat establishment.

 Brandon Magers discussed the High School Shooting Team.  The team will practice and the LSC on Friday nights and will begin the first week of April.

 Dave Kaeding discussed the games and raffles that will be conducted at the banquet.  Dave mentioned this is the Chapters 35^th anniversary and 35 guns will be given away.

 The next meeting will be held after the banquet at Monical’s.

Minutes for chapter meeting on 1-9-19 at Monical’s.

 Members present: Dave Kaeding, Jason Bleich, Sam & Ben Magers, Ralph & Cheri Esgar, Fred & Lisa Magers, Todd & Jesse Lee, Dennis Lee,  Brandon & Emily Magers, John, Lori & JT Grady, Kurt Edwards, Amy & Emily Lee, Mitch & Pete St. Peter, Dallas Glazik, Harrison Short, Mike & Evan Bristol, Jeff Polson, Mike Fricthl, Rachael Billings, Chad & Nancy Riggleman, Ray & Jayner, Rob & Ashley, Frank Grobmeier, Steve Wabi.

 The IL State PF meetings will be held on February 23^rd from 9 to 11:15 am in Schaumburg IL.  The Pioneer Chapter will be well represented at the event, chapter members and Young Guns members will be present at the meeting. 

 National Pheasant Fest is February 22, 23 & 24 in Schaumburg, IL.  A group of chapter members and Young Guns members will attend Pheasant Fest to participate in the Youth Village at Pheasant Fest, the group will depart on Thursday the 21^st.

 Plans for the chapter banquet were discussed.  The Chapter’s banquet is scheduled for Saturday March 16, 2019 at the Roberts Gym.  Adding a sponsor level at $500 was discussed, it would include additional prizes for this level.  A final decision will be made next meeting.

 Upcoming events discussed were;  the Cash Bash in Gibson City on March 2^nd at the Cruse Center, Ford Co. Fair Cash Bash, Thawville Community Sale Saturday April 20^th 7 am to 2 pm, Ford Co. Fair is June 23^rd to 29^th.

 Hunters Safety Course was discussed for 16 and under, a 4 hour course on line for adults. 

 Several habitat projects and grants were discussed to be aware of in the beginning of 2019.

 The next meeting will be held at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, January 22^nd at Monical’s.

 A motion to adjourn was made by Jeff Polson.  Todd Lee first and Kurt Edwards second and the motion passed unanimously.

Minutes for chapter meeting on 3-27-19.

 Members present: Dave Kaeding, Ralph & Cheri Esgar, Jeff Polson, Dennis Lee, Amy & Emily Lee, Todd & Jessie Lee, Mike Frichtl, Fred & Lisa Magers, Brandon & Bexley Magers, JT Grady, Kurt Edwards, Jason Bleich, Chad Riggleman, Patti Frichtl, Brian Johnson, Ray & Jayna Cline, Cheyanne Hadler.

 Reviewed the Banquet – 364 people attended, roughly 170 memberships including 80 sponsors.

 Discussed banquet items such as; meal, games, drawings and auction.  For the most part, everything went well.  All games sold very well and quickly.  The new wall of guns raffle sold four cycles of 50 tickets each.  The Orca cooler raffle sold well again this year (it sold out), this pays for the chapters Young Guns endowment to Midway USA plus a little profit.  Dave mentioned that the attendance and revenue for the 2019 banquet were nearly the best ever for our Chapter.

 Improvements for next year’s banquet were discussed.  One major problem was reorganizing the trailers after the banquet and reloading the supplies in a systematic fashion.

 The next event will be the Foosland Youth Shoot held on April 14^th.  More information to come.

On April 20^th the Thawville Community Sale from 7 am to 2 pm.  We need at least 8 people.

 Next year’s officers were discussed.  Brandon Magers motioned for Dave Kaeding to be chapter President for next year, Brandon 1^st and Chad Riggleman 2^nd and the motion passed unanimously.  Dave Kaeding motioned for Brandon Magers to be chapter Vice President for next year, JT Grady 1^st and Kurt Edwards 2^nd and the motion passed unanimously.  Dave Kaeding motioned for Ralph/Cheri Esgar to be Secretary / Treasurer for next year, Fred Magers 1^st and JT Grady 2^nd and the motion passed unanimously.  Todd Lee was appointed Banquet Chair, Jason Bleich, Dallas Glazik and Dennis Lee will be co-Habitat Chairs.

 The next meeting time was not discussed.

 adjourned

Minutes for chapter meeting on 6-11-19.

 Members present: Dave Kaeding, Ralph & Cheri Esgar, Jeff Polson, Amy & Emily Lee, Fred & Lisa Magers, Brandon, Emily & Bexley Magers, JT Grady, Ben & Sam Magers, Chad Riggleman, Andy & Cassie Peeler, Mitch St. Peter, Lori Grady, Cassie Smith, Harrison Short, Lucas & Valerie Rogers.

 President Dave Kaeding started the meeting with a discussion about the IDOT / CRP planting that will run from Roberts to Thawville.  The total acreage will be about 15 acres.  The chapter agreed to contribute $2000 to the project to cover some of the seed costs.  Also, the chapter has acquired an Air Seeder with the help of a matching grant from Pheasants Forever, the chapters share was approximately $8200.

 Chad Riggleman discussed the Cruise Roberts event that will be held on July 20^th from 3 to 8 pm.  Chad requested help from the group to cook hamburgers and hot dogs for approximately 100 people.  Contact Chad if you would like to help.

 The Fishing Derby will be held on July 13^th at Dan Rogers’s property west of Loda, IL.  Watch for more information in the next few weeks.

 The Ford Co Fair was discussed.  The fair will run from June 23^rd to the 29^th.  The chapter will run the food concession stand at the fair during this time.  Anyone that can help would be welcome.  Contact chapter officers if you are interested in helping.

 A celebration of life in honor of Jerry Bleich at the Roberts Gym is scheduled for this coming weekend.  A motion was made for the chapter to buy the meat for the event, Chad Riggleman 1^st and Ben Magers 2^nd, the motion passed unanimously.

 The next meeting time was not discussed.

 adjourned

Minutes for chapter meeting on 9-17-19.

 Members present: Dave Kaeding, Ralph & Cheri Esgar, Jeff, Diane & Kara Polson, Dennis, Todd, Jesse & Walter Lee, Fred & Lisa Magers, Ray & Jana Cline, Kurt Edwards, Andy Peeler, Chad & Nancy Riggleman, Harrison Short, Mike Bristle.

 Roberts Car Show was discussed.  Lisa and Fred Magers discussed Dan Irkhe’s appearance at the Illinois State Fair.

 The new Air Seeder has been working well.  Also taking bids for a new ATV sprayer.

 Upcoming Events:

 Youth hunt

 Rooster Madness

 Hunter Safety Course

 Dates will be determined in the next few weeks.

 Fred and Lisa attended the Lincoln Heritage Banquet in Mattoon.  Some new ideas for our banquet were discussed.

 The chapter is seeking bids for a new grill for our banquet.  Updates will be discussed at the next meeting.

 Dave discussed our gun inventory ahead of the next banquet.

 The chapter sent a thank you card to RTD Auto for repairing the drill for no charge.

 The next meeting time was not discussed.

 adjourned

Minutes for chapter meeting on 1-9-18 at Monical’s.

Members present: Dave Kaeding, Jason Bleich, Sam & Ben Magers, Ralph & Cheri Esgar, Fred & Lisa Magers, Todd Lee, Dennis Lee,  Brandon & Emily Magers, John, Lori & JT Grady, Kurt Edwards, Amy & Emily Lee, Mitch St. Peter, Jeff Blackford, Dallas Glazik, Harrison Short.

 The state PF conference will be held Jan 12 & 13 in Springfield IL.  The Pioneer Chapter will be well represented at the event, chapter members and Young Guns members will be present at the meeting. 

 National Pheasant Fest is February 16, 17 & 18 in Sioux Falls, SD.  A group of chapter members and Young Guns members will attend Pheasant Fest to participate in the Youth Village at Pheasant Fest. 

 Plans for the chapter banquet were discussed.  The Chapter’s banquet is scheduled for Saturday March 17, 2018 at the Roberts Gym.

 We hope to stuff envelopes for the banquet mailing next meeting.

 The next meeting will be held at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, January 30^th at Monical’s.

 A motion to adjourn was made by Jeff Blackford.  Todd Lee first and Kurt Edwards second and the motion passed unanimously.

Minutes for chapter meeting on 1-30-18 at Monical’s.

 Members present: Ralph & Cheri Esgar, Fred & Lisa Magers, Todd, Jesse & Walter Lee, Brandon, Emily & Bexley Magers, JT Grady, Kurt Edwards, Dennis, Amy & Emily Lee, Mike Frichtl, Dallas Glazik, Chad & Drew Riggleman, Pete & Mitch St. Peter, Harrison Short, Evan Bristle, Sage Ihrke, Karlee Adkins.

National Pheasant Fest is February 16, 17 & 18 in Sioux Falls, SD.  A group of chapter members and Young Guns members will attend Pheasant Fest to participate in the Youth Village at Pheasant Fest. The Laser Shot and Fishing Simulator systems will be trucked to the event. 

 Plans for the chapter banquet were discussed.  The Chapter’s banquet is scheduled for Saturday March 17, 2018 at the Roberts Gym.  A Browning A5 12 ga 3.5” chamber Realtree Max-5 DT Camo shotgun will be the banquet gun.  The popular 5-gun raffle will also be offered, a raffle for a PF Lifetime Membership OR Illinois Lifetime Hunting License, the Early Bird raffle if you rsvp before March 15^th, a total of at least 25 guns will be given away plus many games and activities.

 Envelopes for the banquet mailing were stuffed.

 The next meeting will be held at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, February 13^th at Monical’s.

 A motion to adjourn was made by Kurt Edwards.  Todd Lee first and Mike Frichtl second and the motion passed unanimously.

Minutes for the PF Chapter meeting held on 2-27-18 at Monical’s.

 Members present: Dave Kaeding, Ralph & Cheri Esgar, Todd, Jesse & Walter Lee, Brandon & Bexley Magers, JT Grady, John & Lori Grady, Dennis, Amy & Emily Lee, Mike Frichtl, Pete & Lexy St. Peter, Harrison Short, Chase Elson, Sage Ihrke, Jeff Polson, Jason Bleich.

National Pheasant Fest was February 16, 17 & 18 in Sioux Falls, SD.  Brandon Magers reported on the trip that included a group of chapter members and Young Guns members.  The event went very well; it was the 2^nd highest attendance at the annual Pheasant Fest event.  Brandon reported four people drove to the event with Young Guns members and the Young Guns equipment.  Brandon suggested that the chapter reimburse these four individuals for their fuel expenditure.  Pete St. Peter motioned to reimburse fuel costs to the four drivers, John Grady first and Mike Frichtl second.  The motion passed unanimously.  Next year’s Pheasant Fest will be held in Schaumburg, IL on February 22, 23 & 24.

 Jason Bleich reported there will be a Youth Pollinator and Conservation Event held on March 16^th at GCMS Middle School, 815 N Church St, Gibson City, IL.  Illinois Pioneer Pheasants Forever, Gibson City Middle School and partners will host two 2-hour long sessions with start times of 9 am and 12:30 pm.  Find more information from Katie Kauzlarich at 309-264-1678 or kkauzlarich@pheasantsforever.org.

 Jason mentioned that the event organizers were seeking sponsors for the event and needed $800 to $1000 to fully fund the event.  Jeff Polson motioned to fund the event up to $1000, Dennis Lee first and Ralph Esgar second.  The motion passed unanimously.

 Brandon discussed the National Youth Council, Sage Ihrke will be completing her participation this year.  Brandon mentioned that Evan Bristle may be interested in joining the Youth Council next year.  Ben Magers discussed creating an Alumni Council of previous National Youth Council members.  Ben was seeking ideas to raise money for the Alumni Council.

 Plans for the chapter banquet were discussed.  The Chapter’s banquet is scheduled for Saturday March 17, 2018 at the Roberts Gym. 

 This will be the last meeting before the banquet.

 A motion to adjourn was made by Todd Lee.  Mike Frichtl first and Jeff Polson second and the motion passed unanimously.

 Meeting adjourned.

Minutes for chapter meeting on 3-27-18.

 Members present: Dave Kaeding, Ralph & Cheri Esgar, Jeff & Diane Polson, Dennis Lee, Amy & Emily Lee, Todd & Jessie Lee, Mike Frichtl, Lisa Magers, Ben Magers, Pete & Lexy St. Peter, Mitch St. Peter, Brandon & Bexley Magers, JT Grady, John & Lori Grady, Kurt & Julie Edwards, Jason Bleich, Chad & Drew Riggleman, Patti Frichtl, Harrison Short, Evan Bristle, Sage Ihrke.

 Reviewed the Banquet – 385 people attended, roughly 150 memberships including 80 sponsors.

 Discussed banquet items such as; meal, games, drawings and auction.  For the most part, everything went well.  The audio equipment in the gym was much better than the last year or two.  All games sold very well and quickly.  The new wall of guns raffle sold four cycles of 50 tickets each, this went better than expected.  The Orca cooler raffle sold better than expected (it sold out), this pays for the chapters Young Guns endowment to Midway USA plus a little profit. 

 Next year’s officers were discussed.  Brandon Magers motioned for Dave Kaeding to be chapter President for next year, John Grady 1^st and Kurt Edwards 2^nd and the motion passed unanimously.  Dave Kaeding motioned for Brandon Magers to be chapter Vice President for next year, JT Grady 1^st and John Grady 2^nd and the motion passed unanimously.  Dave Kaeding motioned for Ralph/Cheri Esgar to be Secretary / Treasurer for next year, Kurt Edwards 1^st and Brandon Magers 2^nd and the motion passed unanimously.  Todd Lee was appointed Banquet Chair, Jason Bleich and Dennis Lee will be co-Habitat Chairs.

 Jason Bleich discussed a youth shoot on April 8^th.  Clay pigeons with seed embedded in them will be shot to scatter over the shoot location.  Call Jason for more information.

 Jason also said a drill was available from the Fish & Wildlife Service if the chapter was interested.  The group felt it would be a good idea to obtain this drill if possible. Jason was going to look into details.

 Jason discussed a wetlands project titled “Wet Wings” that was being planned for the area near Green Acres Sportsmen Club.  6 neighboring chapters were planning to donate funds to support the project.  The group discussed the project and felt that up to $4000 would be appropriate for our chapter to contribute to the project.  This amount was settled on due to the location of the project in Ford Co. and the land owners past support of the chapters activities.  Kurt Edwards motioned to the fund the wetlands project up to $4000, Brandon Magers 1^st and JT Grady 2^nd and the motion passed unanimously.

 The next meeting time was not discussed.

 adjourned

Minutes for meeting on 8-21-18.

Members present: Dave Kaeding, Christy Wallace, Ralph & Cheri Esgar, Mike Frichtl, Jeff Polson, Dennis & Donna Lee, Todd & Jesse Lee, Amy & Emily Lee, Jason Bleich.

The Ford Co. Fair - Food Stand, was run by Young Guns & chapter members from June 24^th to the 30^th.  Dave Kaeding said the stand went very well, it was the best year “money wise” the chapter has had at the fair.

 Dave reported the Shooting Team has completed competition for the year.  The team had 15 regular shooters and all performed very well.  Evan Bristle shot 72 straight, quite an accomplishment.

 Dave reported the chapter is participating in a 50/50 habitat grant to acquire an Air-Seeder and Sprayer through the grant.  If money remains in the grant at the end of the ordering process more money will be assigned to each participants order, in other words, the grant could end up covering 80% or more of the seeder and sprayer.

 Jason Bleich reported that the wetland project at Bob Watson’s, George Ihrke’s and Dan Rogers is in progress.  The project has completed work on Bob Watson’s property and work will begin on George Ihrke’s property next.  Jason also mentioned that CRP acres enrolled in Ford Co. has risen from around 3,000 acres in 2013 to over 10,000 acres in 2018 with 400 to 500 more acres possible before the end of 2018.  Great news for the pheasants and wildlife in the area!!

 Upcoming Events:

 September 4^th – Dove Hunt at Dan Rogers property

 September 15^th – White Co. Youth Day

 October 7^th – Fishing Derby at Dan Rogers property (tentative date)

 October 8^th – Rooster Madness at Green Acres Sportsmen Club (tentative date)

 Pheasant Fest – February 22 -24, 2019 will be held in Schaumburg, IL.  This is the first time Pheasant Fest will be held in Illinois.  Let chapter leaders know if you are interested in attending this year.

 Dave mentioned that Ken Abraham’s wife passed away recently and the chapter sent flowers for her funeral.  Ken called Dave to thank the chapter for the flowers and support.

Also, Otis Kirchhofer donated prints and mugs back to the chapter as he and his wife are moving to a smaller home.

 Next meeting will be September 17^th.  

 Adjourned

Minutes for meeting on 10-16-18..

Members present: Dave Kaeding, Ralph Esgar, Jeff Polson, Todd & Jesse Lee, Amy & Emily Lee, Lisa & Fred Magers, Brandon & Emily Magers, Ben & Sam Magers, JT Grady, Harrison Short, John & Lori Grady, Pete St. Peter.

 Dave reported the passing of Dick Wyatt.  Dick had worked with the chapter on many occasions in the past.  He helped with banquet preparations and event organization.  He was passionate about Pheasants Forever and will be missed.

 Upcoming Events:

 December 8^th & 9^th – Rooster Madness at Green Acres Sportsmen Club

 December 9^th – Youth Hunt at Green Acres Sportsmen Club

 Pheasant Fest – February 22 -24, 2019 will be held in Schaumburg, IL.  This is the first time Pheasant Fest will be held in Illinois.  Let chapter leaders know if you are interested in attending this year.

 The next meeting time was not discussed.

 Good luck this hunting season.  

 Adjourned

Minutes for chapter meeting on 1-17-17 at Monical’s.

 Members present: Dave Kaeding, Jason Bleich, Sam Porter, Ben Magers, Ralph & Cheri Esgar, Jeff Polson, Fred & Lisa Magers, Todd Lee & Jesse Wilson, Brandon Magers, Moe Morris, John, Lori & JT Grady, Kurt Edwards, Amy & Emily Lee, Mike Frichtl.

 The state PF conference will be held Jan 20 & 21 in Springfield IL.  The Pioneer Chapter will be well represented at the event, chapter members and Young Guns members will be present at the meeting. 

 National Pheasant Fest is February 17, 18 & 19 in Minneapolis, MN.  A group of chapter members and Young Guns members will attend Pheasant Fest to participate in the Youth Village at Pheasant Fest. The Laser Shot and Fishing Simulator systems will be trucked to the event. 

 Purchase of a 6 row narrow 800 series planter was discussed at an abbreviated meeting on Jan. 9.  Members agreed with purchasing the planter from Marvin Onken for $850.  Dave Kaeding reported that the planter was purchased for the terms listed and is at Dave’s shed.

 Discussion of who could use the planter followed; it was suggested that anyone using the planter should be a PF member (or become one) and a donation would be suggested also.  Fred Magers 1^st the motion and Brandon Magers second, the motion passed unanimously.

 Plans for the chapter banquet were discussed.  The Chapter’s banquet is scheduled for Saturday March 18, 2017 at the Roberts Gym.

 We hope to stuff envelopes for the banquet mailing next meeting.

 The next meeting will be held at 6:30 pm on Thursday, January 26^th at Monical’s.

 A motion to adjourn was made by Moe Morris.  Cheri Esgar first and Jeff Polson second and the motion passed unanimously.

Minutes for chapter meeting on 2-21-17.

Members present: Dave Kaeding, Ralph & Cheri Esgar, Jeff Polson, Todd Lee, Jeff  Blackford, Mike Frichtl, Lisa & Bexley Magers, Mitch St. Peter, Sage Ihrke, Madiline Goldman, JT Grady, Del & Pam Bruens, Kurt Edwards, Dennis Lee, Jason Bleich, Dean Blackford.

 JT Grady reported that National Pheasant Fest went very well.  29 kids and adults made the trip to Pheasant Fest.  New contacts were made with individuals interested in youth activities.  Our chapter is leading the way with efforts to develop youth programs.

 Banquet details were discussed.  Game and raffle assignments will be made next meeting; help for the kitchen; the beef has been ordered; hats and knives have been ordered; discussed having a puppy on the live auction.

 Dean Blackford discussed 40 acres for sale from the Pleasant Grove Church.  The possibility of the chapter purchasing the property was considered, the amount of funds required for the purchase would seem to make it unlikely the chapter could buy the property outright.  The possibility of making it a wetland project was discussed, Jason Bleich said he would look into this option and report back at a later date.

 Jason Bleich informed the group of an 80 acre CRP project on the Ford / McClean co. line that will be seeded this spring.  Most costs will be covered by various grants leaving only $400 to be covered by the land owners.  It was purposed that Ford and McClean Co. PF split the land owner cost at $200 each.  Chapter members discussed project and agreed to support the project.

 The Chapter’s banquet is scheduled for Saturday March 18, 2017 at the Roberts Gym.

 The next meeting will be at Monical’s on Tuesday March 7^th at 7 pm.

 adjourned

Minutes for chapter meeting on 3-7-17.

 Members present: Dave Kaeding, Ralph & Cheri Esgar, Jeff Polson, Todd Lee, Jesse Wilson, Amy & Emily Lee, Moe Morris, Mike Frichtl, Fred & Lisa Magers, Ben Magers, Sam Porter, Mitch St. Peter, Brandon, Emily & Bexley Magers, JT Grady, John & Lori Grady, Del & Pam Bruens, Kurt Edwards, Dennis Lee, Jason Bleich, Carter Reichs, Chad & Nancy Riggleman, Harrison Short.

 Game and raffle assignments were made, there will be no Hunt Blind this year.  We will hope to have 3 Card raffles with 2 decks of cards for each.

 A few new games were discussed.  Lisa Magers said a fishing stringer with 10 $10 lottery tickets was sold as a card raffle and was well received at the State PF meeting.  A Scope was discussed to be included on the Live Auction.

 Prints were discussed for inclusion on the live auction. 

 Dave Kaeding mentioned the passing of two chapter members in the past year, Ed Kallal and Ray Cleary.  Dave thought it would be fitting to have a moment of silence in their memory.

 The Chapter’s banquet is scheduled for Saturday March 18, 2017 at the Roberts Gym.

 The next meeting will be at Monical’s on Tuesday March 14^th at 6:30 pm.

adjourned

Minutes for chapter meeting on 4-4-17.

 Members present: Dave Kaeding, Ralph & Cheri Esgar, Jeff Polson, Dennis Lee, Amy & Emily Lee, Moe Morris, Mike Frichtl, Fred & Lisa Magers, Ben Magers, Sam Porter, Mitch St. Peter, Brandon, Emily & Bexley Magers, JT Grady, John & Lori Grady, Del & Pam Bruens, Kurt Edwards, Jeff Blackford, Jason Bleich, Chad, Nancy & Drew Riggleman, Patti Frichtl, Harrison Short.

 Reviewed the Banquet – 365 people attended, roughly 150 memberships including 70 sponsors.  Overall banquet went very well.

 Discussed banquet items such as; meal, games, drawings and auction.  For the most part, everything went well.  The audio equipment in the gym needs to be improved before next year.  Either the gym needs to upgrade the sound equipment or we have equipment brought in for the banquet. 

 Next year’s officers were discussed.  Brandon Magers motioned for Dave Kaeding to be chapter President for next year, Lisa Magers 1^st and Moe Morris 2^nd and the motion passed unanimously.  Dave Kaeding motioned for Brandon Magers to be chapter Vice President for next year, JT Grady 1^st and Kurt Edwards 2^nd and the motion passed unanimously.  Dave Kaeding motioned for Ralph/Cheri Esgar to be Secretary / Treasurer for next year, Brandon Magers 1^st and Jeff Blackford 2^nd and the motion passed unanimously.  Todd Lee was appointed Banquet Chair, Jason Bleich and Dennis Lee will be co-Habitat Chairs.

 Jeff Blackford discussed a certified wing shooting clinic to be held at Kickapoo State Park with the Champaign Co. PF as a co-sponsor.  Jeff said they were looking for more sponsors for the event and wondered if IL Pioneer would also sponsor.  The issue was tabled for further discussion.

 Dates were discussed for Hunter Safety classes, Fishing Derby, and the Ford Co. Fair.  More information will follow from the next meeting.

 The next meeting will be at Loda Sportsman’s Club on Monday May 15^th at 6:30 pm.

 adjourned

Minutes for chapter meeting on 6-19-17.

 Members present: Dave Kaeding, Ralph Esgar, Dennis Lee, Amy Lee, Moe Morris, Fred & Lisa Magers, Ben Magers, Brandon Magers, JT Grady, John & Lori Grady, Chad & Drew Riggleman, Todd & Jesse Lee, Chase Elson, Evan Bristle.

 The PF chapter will be running a concession stand at the Ford Co. Fair.  The group discussed details regarding the Ford Co. Fair, including work schedule, food items, setup times, and other issues.  The fair runs from June 25^th to July 1^st.  Come by and help at the Illinois Pioneer-Pheasants Forever Concession Stand or buy lunch or supper at the concession stand to support PF activities in Ford Co.

 Lisa Magers said the Shooting Team will be in Sparta this weekend June 24^th and 25^th. 

 A group of Young Guns will help with the Gibson City Fishing Derby on Sunday July 9^th, the event starts at 1 pm. 

 Our annual Fishing Derby will be held at Dan Rogers property on Saturday July 15^th, more information will follow.

 The next meeting will be July 17^th.

 adjourned

Minutes for meeting on 9-18-17.

 Members present:  Dave Kaeding, Ralph Esgar, Jeff Blackford, Brandon Magers, Chad Riggleman.

 Dave and Brandon reported there was low turnout of kids participating in the chapter sponsored dove hunt at Dan Roger’s property.  They mentioned many kids had conflicts with Labor Day weekend.  Brandon said the sunflowers were in good condition for the dove hunt and bird numbers were good.  Dan has indicated he would like to continue the dove hunt next year.

 Illinois Pioneer PF and Dan Rogers entered into this dove hunting project to provide Young Gun members and other local youth the opportunity to experience dove hunting.  Dove hunting provides very challenging shooting in a setting that is conducive for young hunters to experience many shooting opportunities while under adult supervision.

 A hunter safety course was discussed.  Dates considered were October 27^th or November 3^rd.  More information will follow.

 Dates for Rooster Madness and the Youth Pheasant hunt were discussed.  More information will follow.

 Contact chapter leaders for more information if you have questions.

 Pheasant Opener is November 4^th.

 Adjourned

Minutes for chapter meeting on 1-25-16 at Monical’s.

Members present: Dave Kaeding, Jeff & Katie Blackford, Triston & Sage Ihrke, Madiline Goldman, Sam Porter, Ben Magers, Ralph & Cheri Esgar, Jeff Polson, Fred & Lisa Magers, Brandon & Emily Magers, Moe & Sue Morris, Mike Frichtl, Pam & Del Bruens, John, Lori & JT Grady, Chad Riggleman, Carter Rieckes, Todd & Dennis Lee & Jessica,  Jason Bleich, Mitch St. Peter, Kurt Edwards.

The state PF conference was held Jan 22 & 23 at the Par-A-Dice hotel in East Peoria.  The Pioneer Chapter was well represented at the Saturday evening banquet.  The chapter received the “Founding Fathers Award”.  The chapter pledged $1000 to the Legislative Action Fund and $3000 to the No Child Left Indoors program.  Dan Ihrke along with chapter youth members lead a session teaching kids to train dogs.

National Pheasant Fest is February 19, 20 & 21 in Kansas City, MO.  A group of chapter members and Young Guns members will attend Pheasant Fest to participate in the Youth Village at Pheasant Fest. The Laser Shot and Fishing Simulator systems will be trucked to the event. 

Plans for the chapter banquet were discussed.  The Chapter’s banquet is scheduled for Saturday March 19, 2016 at the Roberts Gym.

We hope to stuff envelopes for the banquet mailing next meeting.

The next meeting will be held at 6 pm on Tuesday 2^nd at Monical’s.

A motion to adjourn was made by Moe Morris.  Mike Frichtl first and Jeff Polson second and the motion passed unanimously.

Minutes for chapter meeting on 3-7-16.

 Members present: Dave Kaeding, Ralph & Cheri Esgar, Jeff Polson, Fred & Lisa Magers, Todd Lee, Jeff  Blackford, Mike Frichtl, Brandon, Emily & Bexley Magers, Mitch St. Peter, Triston & Sage Ihrke, Madiline Goldman, Evan Bristle, Carter Riechs, Karlee Adkins, John & Lori Grady, Andy Bennett.

 Dave Kaeding reported that National Pheasant Fest went very well.  New contacts were made with individuals interested in youth activities.  Our chapter is leading the way with efforts to develop youth programs.

 Banquet details were discussed.  Game and raffle assignments were made; also guns were assigned to specific games and raffles.

 Brandon Magers discussed the upcoming High School Shooting Team events.  The team will practice starting soon at LSC.  There will be 15 to 20 team members this year.  Not many competitions are scheduled at this time, Brandon hopes more will be known soon.

 Brandon Magers and Dave Kaeding informed the group of a seeding project with IDOT in Ford Co.  Local IDOT employees would like to seed road sides in the wider roadway areas within the county in a habitat planting beneficial to wildlife.  They asked the chapter to support the project at roughly $100 per acre.  Chapter members discussed ideal locations for the plantings and the amount of acres.  The group approved 10 to 20 acres with the locations to be discussed further.  Andy Bennett made the motion to approve, Ralph Esgar first and Mike Frichtl second.  Motion pass unanimously.

 Dave Kaeding discussed the Ford Co. Fair.  Dates are June 16^th to the 24^th.  The chapter has been invited to cook for the fair sponsors on Friday night of the fair. 

 The Fish Fry at LSC is scheduled for Thursday March 17^th.  Young Gun’s and the High School Shooting Team Members will prepare a fish dinner for Sportsmen’s Club members.  This is in appreciation of all the help the LSC provides to the PF Chapter and the Shooting Team.

 The Chapter’s banquet is scheduled for Saturday March 19, 2016 at the Roberts Gym.

 The next meeting will be on March 14^th at LSC.

 adjourned

Minutes for meeting on 4-5-16.

 Members present: Dave Kaeding, Jeff Blackford, Andy & Marty Bennett, Mike Frichtl, Todd Lee, Jessica Wilson, Dennis & Donna Lee, Ralph & Cheri Esgar, Jeff & Diane Polson, Fred  & Lisa Magers, Brandon & Emily Magers, John & Lori Grady, JT Grady, Jason Bleich, Del & Pam Bruens, Triston & Sage Ihrke, Madiline Goldman, Cheryl & Lee Schunke, Chase Elson, Mitch St. Peter, Amy Lee, Patti Frichtl, Ben Magers, Sam Porter, Carter Reichs, Chad Riggleman, Moe Morris.

 Reviewed the Banquet – 328 people attended, roughly 150 memberships including 57 sponsors.  Overall banquet went very well.

 Discussed banquet items such as; meal, games, drawings and auction.  For the most part, everything went well.  The audio equipment in the gym needs to be improved before next year.  Either the gym needs to upgrade the sound equipment or we have equipment brought in for the banquet. 

 Next year’s officers were discussed.  Chad Riggleman motioned for Dave Kaeding to be chapter President for next year, John Grady second and the motion passed unanimously.  Andy Bennett motioned to keep the same officers as last year.  Del Bruens second and the motion passed unanimously.

 Jason Bleich reported on habitat projects with IDOT and in the Bayles Lake area.

 The purchase of a 4-row planter to plant sunflowers was suggested.  Up to $1500 was approved for the chapter to acquire a planter.  Mike Frichtl had some contacts for Brandon Magers to investigate.

 The sponsor shoot at Green Acres Sportsmen Club was held on April 3^rd.  Nearly 40 participants enjoyed good food and a good day of hunting. 

 The Young Guns kids will be involved with a Fishing Derby on May 15^th in the Gibson City Area.  This is independent of our Fishing Derby held at Dan Roger’s property near Loda in the July time frame.  Contact chapter members for more information

 Look for a hunter’s safety course soon.  Information will follow at the Young Guns website.

 Motion to adjourn was made, Brandon Magers first & Del Bruens second.

 Adjourned

Minutes for meeting on 5-16-16.

 Members present: Dave Kaeding, Mike Frichtl, Todd Lee, Dennis Lee, Ralph Esgar, Jeff Polson, Fred  & Lisa Magers, Brandon & Emily Magers, Jason Bleich, Triston & Sage Ihrke, Chad Riggleman, Moe Morris, Curt Edwards.

 Brandon Magers reported on the Fishing Derby held at the Gibson City Fishing Lake on May 15^th.  62 kids from the Gibson City area participated in the event.  140 total people attended the event.  Brandon said the day went very well.

 Jason Bleich reported the IDOT habitat project was complete, 10 acres were seeded in the area.  The Bayles Lake, PBL and Al Barns habitat projects were in progress.

 Sage Ihrke attended the Focus on Forever meeting held at Potosi, MO.  Topics covered included Pollinator Habitat projects, wing shooting and dog training.

 The High School Shooting Team will be competing at the Sparta Shooting Facility on June 25^th & 26^th.

 Home Town Heros are conducting a fund raiser for 2 local veterans.  Fred Magers motioned for the chapter to donate 2 prints for the event.  Todd Lee second and the motion passed unanimously.

 Ford Co. Fair will run from June 19^th to the 26^th .  The chapter will be running the concession stand again this year.  Contact chapter members if you would like to help.

 No meeting in June due to the fair, next meeting July 18^th.

 Motion to adjourn was made, Mike Frichtl first & Moe Morris second.

 Adjourned

Minutes for meeting on 7-18-16.

 Members present: Dave Kaeding, Ralph Esgar, Fred  & Lisa Magers, Brandon Magers, Chad Riggleman, Jeff Blackford, JT Grady.

 Fred Magers reported that Ross Fogel requested chapter members to assist a fellow chapter with information on running a banquet.  Fred said the date was September 24^th, more details to follow.

 The chapter acquiring a 4-row planter for various habitat plantings was discussed.  $1500 has been approved to buy the planter.  Dan Rogers will assist and store the planter once it is acquired.  Efforts will continue to locate an appropriate planter.

 Young Guns and chapter members conducted a fund raiser on June 10^th at Paxton Hardware & Rental.  Young Guns members ran a food stand that featured ribs & pork burgers along with other grilled items.  $1560 was raised to fund youth activities at Sparta Shooting Facility by chapter youth participants.

 Brandon Magers reported the chapter youth participants at Sparta performed very well.  Katie Pierce, Sage Ihrke and Drew Riggleman finished 2^nd in Open Sporting Clays.  Kaleb Harshbarger finished 2^nd in Open Skeet.  Katie Pierce participated in a National Shooting event and performed very well.

 Triston & Sage Ihrke participated in the PF National Youth Leadership Council meeting in Wyoming on July 15^th weekend.  The Ihrke’s travel expenses to get the kids to the meeting was discussed.  Ralph Esgar motioned to support each kid with $200 toward travel expenses to attend the meeting.  Chad Riggleman second and the motion passed unanimously.

 Katie Pierce’s participation in several shooting competitions on the National level was discussed.  Chapter members discussed creating a chapter Shooting Scholarship and naming Katie the 2016 recipient of the $250 scholarship.  Dave Kaeding motioned to award Katie Pierce with this year’s scholarship, Fred Magers second and the motion passed unanimously.

 58 kids participated in this year’s Fishing Derby held at Dan Rogers property on July 17^th.  Brandon Magers reported that a 26” catfish was the biggest catch of the day, all the kids in attendance enjoyed a fun day of fishing and good food.

 The Ford Co. Food Stand, ran by Young Guns & chapter members, grossed over $7500 this year.  The food stand was run by Young Guns & chapter members from June 19^th to the 25^th. 

 Next meeting will be August 15^th.  

 Adjourned

Minutes for chapter meeting on 1-19-15 at Monical’s.

 Members present: Dave Kaeding, Everett Landrus, Jason Bleich, Jeff, Andy & Katie Blackford, Triston & Sage Ihrke, Madiline Goldman, Sam Porter, Ben Magers, Ralph Esgar, Jeff Polson, Fred & Lisa Magers, Todd Lee, Brandon & Emily Magers, Moe & Sue Morris, Andy Bennett.

 Ralph Esgar presented the minutes from the meeting on November 17^th.  A motion was made to approve the minutes, Fred Magers first and Moe Morris second, the motion passed unanimously.

 Jason Bleich reported the Ihrke Habitat Project has been completed.

 The state PF conference was held Jan 17 & 18 at the Par-A-Dice hotel in East Peoria.  The Pioneer Chapter was well represented at the Saturday evening banquet.  The chapter received the “Generation Next Award” for youth programs, Ralph Esgar received the “Chapter Dedication Award” and Fred Magers was inducted into the Illinois Forever Hall of Fame.  The chapter pledged $1000 each to the Legislative Action Fund and the Forever Shooting Sports Endowment program.  The chapter purchased $400 of raffle tickets for the Pheasants Forever & Quail Forever’s National Youth Leadership Council in support of Triston Ihrke who is a member of the council.  Fred Magers participated in a session discussing youth events and Dan Ihrke along with chapter youth members lead a session teaching kids to train dogs.

 National Pheasant Fest is February 20, 21 & 22 in Des Moines, IA.  A group of chapter members and Young Guns members will attend Pheasant Fest to participate in the Youth Village at Pheasant Fest. The Laser Shot and Fishing Simulator systems will be trucked to the event. 

 Todd Lee motioned to donate a print to the Gibson City / Melvin-Sibley FFA Chapter fund raiser.  Brandon Magers first and Fred Magers second and the motion passed unanimously.  Todd will pick the print to be donated.

 Plans for the chapter banquet were discussed.  The Chapter’s banquet is scheduled for Saturday March 21, 2015 at the Roberts Gym.

 We hope to stuff envelopes for the banquet mailing next meeting.

 The next meeting will be held at 6 pm on Monday, February 2^nd at Monical’s.

 A motion to adjourn was made by Moe Morris.  Andy Bennett first and Jeff Polson second and the motion passed unanimously.

Minutes for meeting on 3-30-15.

 Members present: Dave Kaeding, Andy Blackford, Jeff Blackford, Andy Bennett, Everett Landrus, Mike Frichtl, Todd Lee, Ralph & Cheri Esgar, Jeff Polson, Dennis Lee, Fred  & Lisa Magers, Brandon & Emily Magers, John & Lori Grady, JT Grady, Jason Bleich, Jim Kietzman, Del & Pam Bruens, Triston & Sage Ihrke, Madiline Goldman.

 Reviewed the Banquet – 380 people attended, roughly 150 memberships including 57 sponsors.  Overall banquet went very well.

 Discussed banquet items such as; meal, games, drawings and auction.  For the most part, everything went well.  The kids drawing will be moved up to the beginning of the banquet next year and the child must be present to win.  Need to have more spotters in the crowd for the live auction. May need to think of  a better way to distribute cups & mugs, some were being taken as folks left the gym. 

 A motion to keep the same officers as last year was made.  John Grady first and Fred Magers second, motion passed unanimously.

 Jason Bleich reported on a habitat project at the Railside Golf course near Gibson City.

30 acres of habitat will be planted this spring with the assistance of the chapter.

 Andy Bennett suggested a habitat project needs to be initiated in honor of Gerry Rodeen.  The group agreed and Jason said signage will be placed on the habitat project in Gibson City and Gerry’s name could be associated with this project.  Dave Kaeding suggested to discuss the options further.

 Dave mentioned a need for seed for food plots.  Brandon Magers said he would look into some contacts to located seed if possible.

 Look for a hunter’s safety course soon.  Information will follow at the Young Guns website.

 Motion to adjourn was made, Brandon Magers first & Deb Bruens second.

 Adjourned

Minutes for meeting on 4-20-15.

 Members present: Dave Kaeding, Mike Frichtl, Todd Lee, Ralph & Cheri Esgar, Fred  & Lisa Magers, Moe Morris, Ben Magers, Emily & Brandon Magers.

 A Women’s Trap & Pistol Shoot is scheduled for May 1^st at the Foosland Sportsman’s Club, start time is 5 pm.  A Youth Trap & Rifle Shoot will be held on May 3^rd at the Foosland Sportsman’s Club, start time is 12pm.

 A Hunter Safety Course will be held Friday and Saturday May 8^th and 9^th at Bachman’s.

 Fred Magers discussed the Coles Co. Fair and Tractor Pull.  Dates are July 17-19, possibly taking the Lazer Shot Trailer and Air Rifle Trailer. 

 Also members may be involved with the Tazewell Co Fair on July 27-29.

 Plans were discussed for the Ford Co. Fair and the Illinois State Fair.  More information will follow in coming weeks.

 5 or 6 habitat projects are underway in the area.  More updates at the next meeting.

 Sunflower planting was discussed.  Several plantings are planned to allow youth dove hunts to occur in September.

 Adjourned

Minutes for meeting on 6-15-15.

 Members present: Dave Kaeding, Dennis & Todd Lee, Ralph Esgar, Fred  & Lisa Magers, Moe Morris, Ben Magers, Emily & Brandon Magers, Sam Porter, Carter Riecks, Jeff & Katie Blackford, John & Lori Grady, A.J. Williams, Kelli Harshbarger, Karlie Atkins, Triston & Sage Ihrke, Jason Bleich, Del & Pam Bruens.

 The meeting was held at the Snack Bar at the Ford Co. Fairgrounds in Melvin.  Plans were discussed for the fair which runs from June 21 to June 27.  Contact chapter leaders if you would like to volunteer and help at the fair.

 Lisa Magers discussed the Antique Car and Tractor show at the Coles Co Fairgrounds in Charleston.  Dates are July 17-19, a group of chapter members and Young Guns members will attend and take the Log Cabin and Air Rifle Trailer to the event.

 Details for the Fishing Derby at Dan Roger’s property were discussed.  Plans will be finalized soon.

 Plans were discussed for the Illinois State Fair.  The fair runs from August 13^th to the 23^rd, more information will follow in coming weeks.

 A youth shoot will be planned for some time in August.  More plans to follow.

 The Pheasants Forever & SWCD Habitat Tour / Prairie Walk is planned for Friday June 26^th.  Registration is from 8 to 8:30 am at the Paxton Airport.  Call 217-379-2372 ext 3 for more details.

 Adjourned

Minutes for meeting on 7-20-15.

 Members present: Dave Kaeding, Dennis & Todd Lee, Ralph Esgar, Fred  & Lisa Magers, Moe & Sue Morris, Ben Magers, Emily & Brandon Magers, Carter Riecks, Jeff, Andy & Katie Blackford, J.T. Grady, Triston & Sage Ihrke.

 Discussed the Antique Car and Tractor show at the Coles Co Fairgrounds in Charleston.  Dates were July 17-19, a group of chapter members and Young Guns members attended the event and took the Log Cabin and Air Rifle Trailer.

 The Fishing Derby at Dan Roger’s property will be held on Sunday August 2^nd.  Watch for more details on the Young Guns website.

 Plans were discussed for the Illinois State Fair.  The fair runs from August 13^th to the 23^rd, more information will follow in coming weeks.

 A youth event in the Kankakee area on Sept 19^th was discussed.  A group of youth may assist at the event.  More details to follow.

 Plans for a dove hunt at Dan Roger’s property were discussed.  Chapter leaders will discuss details further with Dan in the coming month.  Dove opener is Tuesday September 1^st.

 Potential dates in October for Rooster Madness and the Youth hunt were discussed.  More details to follow.

 Adjourned

Minutes for meeting on 9-21-15.

 Members present:  Dave Kaeding, Mike Frichtl, Ralph Esgar, Jeff Polson, Jeff Blackford, Brandon & Emily Magers, Fred & Lisa Magers, Christy Wallace, Dennis Lee, Jason Bleich, Del & Pam Bruens, Mitch St. Peter, Triston & Sage Ihrke, Karlie Atkins, Madiline Goldman.

 The chapter had the Laser Shot & Fish Simulator systems at the State Fair in Conservation World.  Due to the late date of this year’s fair, proceeds from the games and a gun raffle were very low.  Thanks goes out to everyone who volunteered time during the fair.

 Roughly 25 kids participated in Dove hunting at Dan Roger’s property.  It was a very good experience for the kids and Dan would like to continue the Dove hunt next year.

 Several chapter members will participate in a youth event in White Co.  Young Guns members will help with shooting and other activities for the kids at the event.

 Upcoming Events:

 October 17^th & 18^th  - Rooster Madness at Green Acre Sportman’s Club.  Participants will have the opportunity to hunt, trap shoot, enter the gun raffle and enjoy great food.  Contact chapter members to get your ticket.

 October 25^th  – Youth Hunt & Online Field Day for hunter safety at Green Acres Hunt Club.  Watch for more information on the Young Guns website, www.pfyoungguns.com.

 Pheasant Opener is November 7^th.

 Adjourned

Minutes for meeting on 11-16-15

 Members present:  Dave Kaeding, Mike Frichtl, Ralph Esgar, Jeff Polson, Jeff & Katie Blackford, Brandon & Emily Magers, Lisa Magers, Jason Bleich, Mitch St. Peter, Curt Edwards.

 Curt Edwards informed the group about a 12 acre CRP project on his property.   A motion to cover half of the project was made, roughly $700.  Brandon Magers first and Jeff Polson second the motion, the motion passed unanimously.

 A tree project at George Ihrke’s property was discussed.  1100 trees have been planted on the south east edge of his property.  George was seeking assistance with the establishment of the tree project.  A motion was made for the chapter to cover 100% of the tree cost, $1396.  Brandon Magers first and Mike Frichtl second and the motion carried unanimously.

 Mike Frichtl has a 2 acre CRP project on his property.  A motion for the chapter to cover half of the establishment was made, $175.  Dave Kaeding first and Jeff Polson second, the motion carried unanimously.

 Pete St. Peter approached the Canadian National rail road company he works for about assistance with the refurbishment of the golf cart for Young Guns.  Canadian Nation agreed to donate $1200 toward the cost of the project.

 State Pheasants Forever meetings in Peoria were discussed.  Meetings are January 22, 23 & 24.  Lisa Magers would like to make reservations ASAP, contact chapter leaders if you are interested in attending.

 Brandon Magers moved to adjourn, Mike Frichtl second, the motion carried unanimously.

 Adjourned

Minutes for chapter meeting on 2-11-13 at Monical’s.

Members present: Jeff Polson, Fred & Lisa Magers, Dennis Lee, Matt Scudder, Brandon Magers, Ben Magers, Todd & Michele Coe, Jeff & Andy Blackford, Dean Blackford, Emily St. Peter, Moe & Sue Morris, Andy Bennett, Scoot Landrus, Lori & JT Grady.

The Young Guns Event held on February 10 th at Bachman’s was a huge success. 76 kids registered for the event and roughly 200 people total attended the event throughout the afternoon. Outdoor shooting was limited due to weather, however, activities such as; BB gun target shooting, Laser Shot, Archery Target Shooting, Fishing Simulator were available for the kids in attendance to enjoy. Thanks to everyone who volunteered time and thanks to those for donations made to support the event.

National Pheasant Fest is February 15, 16 & 17 in Minneapolis, Mn. Chapter leaders will be leaving at 4 am Thursday to attend Pheasant Fest. They will be taking a group of 10 kids from Young Guns to participate in the Youth Village at Pheasant Fest. The Laser Shot and Fishing Simulator systems will be trucked to the event by Kevin Bachman.

Plans and preparations for the upcoming banquet were discussed.

Fish Fry at LSC on Thursday February 21 st. The Chapter’s banquet is scheduled for Saturday March 16, 2013 at the Roberts Gym.

The next meeting will be on February 25 th at LSC.

adjourned

Minutes for chapter meeting on 2-25-13.

Members present: Ralph & Cheri Esgar, Jeff Polson, Fred & Lisa Magers, Todd Lee, Dennis Lee, Todd, Gunner, Tanner & Michele Coe, Dean Blackford, Jeff Blackford, Moe Morris, Mike Frichtl, Scoot Landrus, Brandon & Ben Magers, Emily St. Peter.

Fred Magers reported that National Pheasant Fest went very well. New contacts were made with individuals interested in youth activities. Our chapter is leading the way with efforts to develop youth programs.

Banquet details were discussed. Game and raffle assignments were made; also guns were assigned to specific games and raffles.

Fish Fry at LSC on Thursday February 21 st went very well. Young Gun’s and the High School Shooting Team Members prepared a fish dinner for Sportsmen’s Club members.

The Chapter’s banquet is scheduled for Saturday March 16, 2013 at the Roberts Gym.

The next meeting will be on March 4 th at LSC.

adjourned

Minutes for meeting on 7-15-13.

Members present: Dave Kaeding, Everett Landrus, Mike Frichtl, Ralph Esgar, Jeff Polson, Fred & Lisa Magers, Brandon & Emily Magers, Del Bruens, Moe & Sue Morris, Jason Bleich, Kurt Smith.

The Ryan Coe Fishing Derby was held on July 13 th west of Loda. 105 kids participated in the event with roughly 250 people served for supper. Everyone enjoyed the day. Fred Magers motioned for the chapter to pay for T-shirts give away at the Fishing Derby. Moe Morris second and the motion passed unanimously.

The Ford Co. Fair Food Stand went well. The chapter made nearly $3000 profit despite many rain downpours. The hope is to make the stand better next year with the experience gained at the 2013 fair. Thanks to following business’s for their donations: Big R, Sam’s Club Normal, County Market, Alco, Walmart, Pioneer, Monical’s, Just Hamburgers.

The chapter will be at Conservation World at the Illinois State Fair from August 8 – 18. Volunteers are needed for the booth, call chapter leaders if you would like to help. A Henry Golden Boy .22 will be raffled.

Chapter members will attend the Focus on Forever Conference to be held at Rockford, IL in August.

Jason Bleich reported the chapter will be reimbursed for the “Rust Switchgrass Project”. The chapter will receive $40/ acre on the 19.3 acre project. Future projects will be started this fall at Green Acres Sportman’s Club. Also, replacement of the seed drill was discussed, this was tabled for future discussion.

State Pheasants Forever District Meetings will be held in July. July 23rd the district meeting will be held at the Par-A-Dice Hotel in East Peoria.

The next meeting will be the third Monday of August (the 19 th) at Monical’s.

Adjourned