INWC
THE INLAND NORTHWEST
WILDLFE COUNCIL
February 3rd
2015
GENERAL
MEETING
6116
N. Market St
Spokane, WA
99208
The Big Horn
President’s Letter
Greetings,
If you did not get a chance to attend the annual INWC Awards banquet you missed a stellar
event. The venue was extraordinary with one of the best after dark views of downtown and the
river in Spokane. My sincerest congratulations to all the deserving winners. One of my most
appreciated aspects of the council is that we take the time to recognize and promote those individuals who go above and beyond to make the INWC the community leader it is. A special
thanks to the Awards Committee for making this significant event such a great success.
509-487-8552
As hands on projects play such a vital role for the council, the Board was challenged to come up
with some new ideas to increase our boots on the ground efforts this year. The Board of Directors responded with many new ideas to increase our community presence and continue to get
our INWC family involved. If you have suggestions for INWC projects please let myself, the
office or any of the Board members know so we can consider them. Projects can be of most any
nature including park and lake beautification tasks, everything that would help wildlife and birds,
improving hunting heritage or simply ideas to unite the INWC in our efforts to fulfill our mission.
6:30—Social Hour
7:00—Program
Troy Pottenger
From Nextbuk
Outdoors
We hope to see you at the next general meeting. The program looks to be captivating and a
special upcoming project will be announced.
Leonard Wolf – President 2015
Troy has a vast
knowledge of mature
whitetail bucks and
how to hunt them. His
articles have appeared in several
outdoor publications,
including Field &
Stream.
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Executive Director
2015 OFFICERS
President - Leonard Wolf ...................939--4462
1st Vice President - Ken Hoff M.H……..467-1388
2nd Vice— David Cloe………………….….294-2892
Recording Secretary- - Annette Wolf.....850-5971
Treasurer - Hal Sims………………………...999-7516
Sergeant at Arms - Luke Hedquist......209 -0269
Executive Director - Wanda Clifford...487-8552
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Jim Sutton Past President…..599-0339
Term Expires 2015
Pete Butler ...........................................599-9411
Joe Kimball……………….......................466 –5420
February, the down hill slide into spring, yes I do know that we
can still have some bad weather. But that does not slow down my
enthusiasm that it’s right around the corner.
Along with the Big Horn Show!
The booths have been sold, the entertainment is in place, we
have door give aways, adventure passport prizes, a climbing wall,
the Reptile Man, Rocky Mountain Great Elk Tour, great sponsors, the poster and billboard are ready to be presented, the hats
have arrived. I have done my job and now it is your turn to do
your part. Without you our volunteers everything that Jean and I
have worked on and put into place would not come to light.
Now is the time to contact a committee chair and sign up. Everyone needs your help, don’t wait by the phone to be called, jump
in with both feet and give us a call. Also a great way to see the
show for free.
Paul Weekley.......................................953-1186
Working this great event will put a smile on your face, working
with each other is what we do and this is a special place to do it
in. Committee chair list is below so join us today by making that
call.
Spencer Davis......................................226-0187
And let the show begin!
Ray Golly.............................................238-3138
Tim Clifford.........................................218-3559
Term Expires 2016
Dave Burdge.......................................939-4618
Ken Hoff M.H….................................467-1388
Construction - Mike Curry…………………......292-9776
Annette Wolf -Hunter........................890-5971
Cashiers/ticket sales—Hal Sims…………….......999-7516
Hal Sims............................................999 -7516
Fishing World—Lance Dahl…………………......328-8138
Lothar Wallner...................................276 -8476
Jerry Pedigo…………….…………………….954-4199
INWC membership - office………………..…….487-8552
Silver Mine—Amber Wolf……………..…………..6389112
Term Expires 2017
David Cloe.................................... ....294-2892
Leonard Wolf.....................................939-4462
Floyd Barlow......................................465-1853
M.H. Jim Kujula…….……………………...928-2550
Matt Mimnaugh……...…………………...953-7794
Mike Curry…….……………………………292-9776
Ticket Takers—Jill Hjerpe……………………….….953-5111
Info & hand stamping—Kelly Wells…………….953-3481
Rifle Range—Jerry Pedigo……………………...…..954-4199
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2015 STANDING COMMITTEE CHAIRS
2015 BIG HORN SHOW
CONSTRUCTION
BIG HORN SHOW
Wanda Clifford….487-8552
BUDGET/APPROPRIATIONS
Hal Sims………..…..999-7516
BUILDING & GROUNDS
M.C. Ed Weiler….489-2672
BY-LAWS & RESOLUTIONS
Come one come all, Don’t wait to be called
M.H. Larry Carey….328-6429
HUNTER EDUCATION
Big Horn Show Construction starts on March 14th .Please
come and help construct the 55th annual Big Horn Show.
Haul crew will start hauling loads of construction materials
down to the fair grounds at 8:00 am. Construction will start at
8:30am and go until around 3:00 – 3:30pm. We will start at
the Rifle Range in (Ag C) and Fishing World in (Ag D). We
will have donuts in the morning and pizza for lunch around
12:00pm. We will continue construction on March 15th at
8:00am working on Rifle range and the Silver Mine. Construction will continue on March 16th 9:00am in bay 3 at Trophy Territory. You can be proud to be part of an organization
that has sustained itself for so many years, due to the volunteerism of its members. It’s because of you that this show
and organization is such a success. Thanks for being a major
part. If you have any questions please call Mike at 509-8697434. Hope to see YOU on construction days.
Sign-up sheets will be at the next two general meetings. See
you all there.
Paul Weekley….466—1700
EXECUTIVE
Leonard Wolf….939-4462
MEMBERSHIP
Vacant
2015 SPECIAL COMMITTEE CHAIRS
BIG GAME
Ken Hoff….467-1388
BOONE & CROCKETT
M.H. Larry Carey….328—6429
DISABLED ACCESS
Paul Weekley….953-1186
FISHING
Tim Clifford ….218-3559
HABITAT RESTORATION
Floyd Barlow….465—1853
HISTORIAN
BHS Construction Chair
Michael Curry
M.H. Art Meikel….220—1127
LEGAL COUNSEL
Cynthia & Dennis Mc Mullen….924—9816
MENTORING PROGRAM
P.S. Tools needed: Cordless screwdrivers w/nut drivers 7/16,
open and box end wrenches 7/16, and misc. other sizes, pliers, 6ft.- 8ft. step ladders.
M.H. Art Meikel….220—1127
NON-GAME
Dianne & Tom Fischer….926—8476
LARGE PREDATOR
Leonard Wolf….939-4462
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Member Appreciation Banquete
Extraordinary Service Awards
Outstanding Husband & Wife
Ann Faast Award
Jerry Pedigo
Leonard & Annette Wolf
Lynda Andrew
Sylvia Lyons
Archie Mills Landowner
Paul Weekely
Jim & Kelly Sutton
Len Otto M.C. Volunteer
Excellence Award
Brent Ferguson
Community Service Award
Ed Weiler
INWC Troop 71
Pete Butler
Business of the Year
Outstanding New Member
Spokane Valley Archery
Hal Sims
Yarwood Legislative Award
Art Meikel
Mike Curry
Sportsman of the Year
Luke Hedquist
Axe Award
Leonard Wolf
Master Hunter
Ken Hoff
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Thank You! To all that donated to our Membership Appreciation Banquet Silent Auction.
You made our event a great success and a good time.
Buck Knives
Tirerama
Evan Herzog Family
Reel Cameras
Vern Ziegler
Annette Wolf Hunter
Genesis Marketing
Wild Wings
Ken & Laura Hoff
KHQ TV
Lowe’s
Jerry Pedigo
KXLY
INWC
Art Meikel
The General Store
Phontip Style Thai
Larry Neil
North 40 Outfitters
RMEF
Cathy Reiber
Luigi’s
Rincon Tapatio
Ken Rogers
Milford’s
Dave & Launi Burdge
Doug & Bonnie Schroeder
Clear Channel
Mike Curry
Sabrina
Dutch Brothers
Spencer Davis
Kelly Sutton
Life signs Taxidermy
Kayla Haas
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WDFW Police featured on Animal Planet’s “Rugged Justice”
Animal Planet's new documentary series 'Rugged Justice' follows Washington State Department
of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) police as they patrol mountains, coasts and city streets, protecting
natural resources and serving the people of Washington.
The six-episode series premieres Sunday, Jan. 18, at 8 p.m. on Animal Planet.
"Our participation in the series provides an opportunity for WDFW's Law Enforcement Program
to promote the department and the dedicated professionals that carry out our mission of protecting our natural resources and the public we serve," said WDFW deputy chief Mike Hobbs.
"Policing the outdoors presents unique challenges, and this show helps to inform the public
about our critical role in preserving, protecting and perpetuating fish, wildlife and ecosystems in
Washington."
WDFW officers enforce all state laws, including those related to fishing and hunting, licensing
and protecting natural habitat. Officers also provide first response to incidents involving potentially dangerous wildlife, including bear and cougar, and other public safety issues.
"Rugged Justice' provides a window into the vital, varied and sometimes harrowing work of officers as they protect nature and people in Washington," said Steve Crown, WDFW enforcement
chief.
The WDFW enforcement program has 144 officers deployed statewide.
Officers appearing in 'Rugged Justice' were not paid by the show's producers or Animal Planet
for their participation.
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Master Hunter
This is the most prestigious
award presented by the Council to one of its members for
consistent dedicated service
towards the betterment of fish
and wildlife. It is a once in a
lifetime award.
Master Fisherman
Master Conservationist
Jim Arrasmith, MH*
June Potter, MC *
Jerry Reiber, MH*
Bob Cole, MH
Frank Potter, MC *
Ed Walters, MH *
Elaine Cole, MH
Bill Rollins, MH*
Peter Yarwood, MH*
Mel Gulidge, MH*
Vern Ziegler, MH
Larry Carey, MH
John Kantjas, MH*
Bill Butler, MH
Chuck Sauter M.C.
O.C. Knoles, MH*
Jim Johnson, MH
Art Meikel M.H
Dick Lee, MF*
John Williamson, MH
Ed Weiler M.C
Len Mabbott, MH*
Len Keefer, MH*
Ken Hoff M.H.
Jim Kujala, MH
Dean Lydig, MC*
Gale Palmer, MH
Len Otto, MC*
* Deceased
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New Members
Chris & Dovie Britton
Chris Cooper
Caleb Miley
The INWC Welcomes
Our New
Jeffrey Wester
Mathew Cox
Eric Randell
Terje & Amanda Movik
&
Renewed Members
Renewed Members
Mike Wilkinson & Lynda Keenan
Rose Mary Beckwith
Doug Welch
George Allen
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