GREAT FALLS CHAPTER SCI BANQUET

Jack & Jack
Once again we offer the traditional Jackalope Mount donated by Artistic Wildlife Creations. In addition we are including a bottle of Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Select Tennessee Whiskey. Don’t miss out on owning this one of a kind elusive Montana Jackalope. We thank Artistic Wildlife Creations for this donation! Value: $$$$Priceless$$$$
Spring Cleaning Anyone?
University of Great Falls Wresting Team – 6 hours of spring cleaning with ten (10) wrestlers. Must be used by September 1, 2016. VALUE: $$$$priceless$$$$
Panama - Hooked On Panama – Fishing
Fish the beautiful waters off the coast of Panama with Hooked on Panama. This is a 4 night/3 day standard fishing package for four anglers with opportunities to catch marlin, tuna, dorado, roosterfish, sailfish and snapper. Schedule trip with outfitter for open dates in 2016 or 2017. Trip includes 4 nights lodging (double occupancy), meals, drinks, use of fishing gear and ground transfers between David, Panama and Hooked on Fishing Lodge. Trip may be extended and additional anglers or non-anglers are welcome per outfitter’s current price list. Not included are any before/after trip expenses in Panama City, airfare or gratuities. VIP customs service, ground transfers in Panama City, hotel in Panama City and David are not included but can be purchased through our reservation desk. Arrival/Departure point is Tocumen Int. Airport, Panama City. Contacts in our chapter who have fished with Hooked on Panama: Jim Forzley, Bill Little, Jerry Spencer, Jim Hinde. For more information, contact Stephens at 888-733-5368 or email info@adventuresportfishing.com. Website: www.hookedonpanama.com We thank Hooked on Panama for this donation. Value: $10,604.00
Montana: Bear Paw Hunts – Cast & Blast
Chris Faber is offering a 3 day 2 night upland bird hunt for 2 hunters and 2 non hunters. This is an unguided 3 day/2 night hunt for Pheasants, Sharptails, Hungarian partridges and predators plus a 2 night stay at Chris’ 4-star lodge nestled in the Bear Paw Mountains. In addition, fishing is available nearby at one of Chris’ private ponds. BYODF (bring your own dog and food). This hunt is for open dates in 2016 or 2017. www.bearpawhunts.com We thank Chris Faber for this donation. Included is $75.00 off of Pheasant Mount from 3 River’s Taxidermy. Value $1,800.00
Oak Pedestal
This 31X31X19 solid oak pedestal if for the hunter with a small trophy room and big mounts. The pine habitat is included. The habitat top will remove from the base to make it easy to move. It also has wheels on the base. The pedestal will accept two shoulder mount heads, so you can change heads when you want. The two deer mounts are NOT INCLUDED. Value: $450.00
Vancouver Island Coastal Bear Adventures – British Columbia – Black Bear
Vancouver Island Coastal Bear Adventures has donated a Vancouver Island Black Bear hunt for 1 (one) hunter and 5(five) days. Schedule the hunt with the outfitter for this 1x1 guided hunt in 2016 only. Rifle or Bow can be used. Black Bear numbers are thriving on Vancouver Island. These sub-species of black bear, known as the Vancouver Island Black Bear, can grow very large. Some of these ancient bears that have been harvested have unique battle scars and worn out teeth, a hunter can only assume that this animal has lived a long life. Included are accommodations, meals, guide service, trophy fee for black bear and field prep. Not included are any before/after hunt expenses, license/tag, dip/pack/ship and gratuities. Additional hunters can be added for $5,800. Arrival/departure point is Nanaimo, B.C. Contact Joshua Fyfe @ 1-250-830-7893 or email: josh@vancouverislandbearhunt.com Website: www.vancouverislandbearhunt.com We thank Vancouver Island Coastal Bear Adventures for this donation. Value: $8,500.00
Alaska: Kodiak Safaris: Sitka Blacktail Deer and Caribou
Kodiak Safaris offers some of the best Sitka Blacktail Deer hunting in the world. This is a 5 day / 5 night package for 1 (one) hunter which includes: lodging, meals, boat charter, fishing gear and all fish processing. This Cast & Blast special allows you to customize your trip with hunting, fishing & crabbing all in the same week. This hunt can be taken in 2016 or 2017. Included with this trip is the chance to shoot 3 (three) Sitka Blacktail deer, Caribou, Sea Ducks, Fox, and Halibut fishing. Caribou hunt – extra days are recommended – will need to purchase $1400 air charter and bring your own gear (this is a drop hunt so bring tent, sleeping bag, etc.) Not included: $85 hunting license, Deer tags $150 each, Caribou tag $250 approx., $200 charter round trip from Kodiak, and fishing & hunting license approx. $250. An extra hunter can be added for $2,450. Bow, rifle or pistol can be used. Contact Krimson at 907-512-7709 or email kodiaksafaris@icloud.com Website: www.kodiaksafaris.com We thank Kodiak Safaris for this donation. Included is a $150.00 credit off of a shoulder mount from Waylon’s Wildlife. Value: $3000.00.
Big Horn Sheep by Hunter Adams
Hunter Adams is only 13 years old and a 7th grader in Belt, Montana. This is a 15 X 20 free-hand graphite drawing of a Rocky Mountain Big Horn Sheep Ram. This is his debut for SCI! Hunter has incredible talent and does amazing work. Be one of the first to own one of his originals. VALUE: $350
South Africa - Southern Cross Safaris – Plains Game
This is an Eight (8) day safari for Two (2) rifle hunters. This safari can be extended beyond the 8 days and many extra animals can be hunted. Animals for the safari include 1 Black Wildebeest or 1 Blesbuck, 1 Springbuck, 1 Springbuck cull and 1 cull Impala, 1 Mountain Reedbuck OR 1 Impala OR 1 Fallow Deer– to be shared between each hunter. If only one hunter buying the hunt then all will go to one. Extra trophies hunted on Southern Cross Safaris owned property will have a 5% discount on the trophy fee. Extra hunters and Observers are welcome at the listed prices. Safari can be taken between March 1, 2016 and December 31, 2017. Not included is pick-up and drop-off round trip from Port Elizabeth Airport for $650. If time permits will include trip through ADDO Elephant National Park on way to the airport. Contacts in our chapter who have hunted with Chris: Scott Unruh 406-460-1300. For information contact Chris: www.southerncrosshunting.net or southerncrosssafaris@gmail.com Phone: 27-48-886-0606. We thank Chris Cawood and Southern Cross Safaris for his donation. Value: $8,500.00
Argentina – Anuritay Game Ranch – Russian Boar, Ram, Goat
Anuritay Game Ranch has donated this 7(seven) day hunt for 2(two) hunters. This hunt includes a Russian Boar (hunt with spear if you would like), 1 Ram and 1 Goat per hunter. Hunt can be taken in March – December 2016 ONLY. This is the only place in South America to hunt 20 species of BIG GAME in one location. There are also 4 different sub-species for Water Buffalo and wing shooting available. Additional hunters, non-hunters and game can be added at current price list. Outfitter provides guns for free, you pay only price of bullets or bring your own ammunition. Hunt includes transfer from Ezeiza Int Airport to the domestic airport (45 minute drive), accommodations, meals, beverages, trophy fees for included game and field prep. Not included are airfare to Bueno Aires and roundtrip airfare from the domestic airport to Santiago del Estero Airport, license ($200), packing/dipping, transportation of trophies, taxidermy and gratuities. Arrival/Departure point is Buenos Aires (Ezeiza Int. Airport). Anuritay will arrange to pick you up and transfer you to the domestic airport (45 minute ride). You will need to purchase your roundtrip tickets from the domestic airport to Santiago del Estero Airport (every day except Saturday) www.aerolineas.com.ar For more information contact Francisco ‘Paco’ Pizarro at pacopizzaro@yabiru.com.ar Website: www.anuritay.com We thank Anuritay Game Ranch for this donation. Value: $13,600.00.
Saskatchewan, Canada - Kissising Lodge –Fishing
Imagine your very own Private Lake to fish for 7 days. 2 anglers will select among the ten diverse locations that dot the area, as the one you would like best for your on-your-own adventure. This area provides outstanding fishing for trophy Northern Pike, Walleye and Lake Trout. June – September 2016. Schedule with outfitter for open dates June – September 2016 and the outpost of your choice. Included are fly out from Flin Flon, private cabins, bedding, boat, motor and gas. You can either bring your own food or pay for lodge to fill your grocery list for the week. This trip can be upgraded to a different lodge (see outfitter for pricing) and 4 extra anglers can be added for the discounted rate of $1000/angler. FISH ON! Arrival/departure point is Flin Flon. Contacts in our chapter who have fished Kississing: Patty & Terry Ehrhardt 406-868-7245, Lou Raisler. For more information contact Curt Enns at 204-338-2699 or email curt@kississinglodge.com www.kississinglodge.com We thank Kississing Lake Lodge for their donation. Value: $3000.00
Wine barrel with South African wine
barrel of South African wine -13 bottles

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New Zealand - Kuranui –Silver Medal Red Stag
Mort and Mel Moon of Kuranui New Zealand will make your stay more than wonderful. This hunt is for One (1) Hunter and (1) Non-Hunter for Five (5) days and (4) nights in New Zealand. Trophy fees include One Silver Medal Red Stag (scoring up to 325 SCI). Hunt to be taken in May, June or July 2016 or 2017! An exciting hunt awaits you on this private hunting reserve. Track through native bush and manuka clad rolling hills of the Kaimai/Mamaku Range before emerging into open clearings and river flats where the pure clear waters of the Kuhatahi stream meander and majestic red stags come out to graze. Hunting these hills for some of the world’s finest trophy deer will be among your most precious memories and a highlight of your hunting career. Included are four (4) nights luxury lodge accommodation, meals, guide service, field prep and trophy fees for one Silver Medal Red Stag (scoring up to 325 SCI). Hunt upgradable to larger red stag, Fallowbuck, Rusa & Sika Stags, Arapawa rams, feral goats, Tahr and Chamois per current fee schedule. Additional hunters and observers are welcome at current fee schedule. Additional hunters will get $1,000 off of a red stag package. Not included are any before/after hunt expenses, firearm permit, dipping, shipping, packing and gratuities. Arrival/Departure point is Rotorua Airport. Contacts in our chapter who have hunted with Kuranui: Bill & Ben Hodgkiss, Corey & Patty Halvorson 406-788-4147. For information contact Mort or Mel at Int. 64-7-883-4880 or hunt@kuranui.co.nz Web address: www.kuranui.co.nz We thank Kuranui for this donation. Value $6,800.00.
Wollaston Lake Saskatchewan - Wilderness Family Outfitters – Fishing
With the quality of the fishing experience and the beauty of Wollaston Lake, this truly is a “bucket list” experience. Northern Pike, Lake Trout, Arctic Grayling and Walleye Fishing Trip for two (2) anglers – 4 day/5 nights, unguided fishing at Wilderness Family Outfitters on Wollaston Lake. If fishing is your passion, you have probably dreamt of heading north to Canada to catch trophy northern pike, arctic grayling, walleye and lake trout. The dream of fishing the deep, cool lakes in the backcountry of Saskatchewan has drawn anglers from all over the world. Schedule this 4 day/5 night trip with outfitter for two (2) anglers for open dates in 2016 only. Includes lodging, boat comes with one tank of fuel per boat, topped up once a day, all non-alcoholic beverages, meals including breakfast/packed lunch/dinner. Not included are license ($80/angler), alcohol, gratuities and flights. Guide service available at $250 per day. Transportation, which is not included can be vehicle or arrange flights with outfitter. There are many places on this Earth where you can find big fish, but if you are looking for the one magical place where vast numbers of trophy northern, lake trout, walleye and grayling share the same pristine waters, look no further. Additional days and /or anglers can be added at current fee schedule. Contacts in our chapter who have fished with WFO: Patty & Terry Ehrhardt 406-868-7245, Dylan Lencioni 406-590-9586. For more information call1-877-820-7494. Email: info@wildernessfamilyoutfitters.com www.wildernessfamilyoutfitters.com We thank Wilderness Family Outfitters for this donation. Value $3,500.00
Original art from Montana’s Cliff Rossberg
Cliff Rossberg is an artist who is inspired by the world around him. His studio and home are located south of Great Falls, Montana along the Missouri River. Much of his inspiration comes from his backyard and home state. Cliff is an avid outdoor photographer and spends several weeks every year in the National Parks and all over Montana, Wyoming and Canada in search of ideas for future works. He believes those firsthand experiences allow him to more accurately convey the personality and spirit of the subject. www.rossbergart.com
Buckbrush Outfitters – Battle River, Alberta, Canada – Whitetail & Mule Deer
Pay attention all you bow hunters. We have a trophy whitetail & mule deer hunt in Eastern Alberta. This is a 7 (seven) day archery only, 2 on 1 hunt for 1 hunter to be taken September/October 2016. Hunt includes trophy fees for a Whitetail Deer and Mule Deer. There are 4 non-resident mule deer archery tags in this area and Buckbrush Outfitters has all 4. Hunt is within driving distance of Great Falls, MT. Arrival/Departure point in Edmonton, Alberta or drive to camp. Accommodations are ranch house with all the conveniences. Hunt will take place on a 37 x 37 mile area where white tail up to 150? and mule deer in excess of 200? roam. Spot & stalk, blinds and/or tree stands can be utilized to harvest your monster buck. For more information contact Rod or Logan Hunter at 1-780-853-7720 Additional hunter allowed at $5,000 if second hunter is piad and booked the night of the sale www.huntbuckbrush.com $150.00 off of each shoulder mount from Rogers Taxidermy. We thank Buckbrush Outfitters for this donation. Value: $5,500.00
Hawaiian Islands Condo
Seven (7) days in the beautiful Hawaiian Islands or anywhere else in the world. This week is for a 1 bedroom timeshare. See www.rci.com for resort locations. Dates are subject to availability. Trip must be booked by December 2016, can be taken in 2017. We thank Terry & Patty Ehrhardt for this donation. Value $1,500.00
Yakutat, Alaska - Yakutat Lodge – Fishing
Experience a premier Alaskan fishing adventure. Yakutat Lodge in Yakutat Alaska has donated a 5 day/4 night fishing trip for two (2) anglers. Includes food, lodging, rental vehicle, boats for floating the Situk River or fishing Yakutat Bay. Also includes one (1) day guided fishing or fly out fishing or Halibut charter, your choice. Additional guided days can be arranged (highly recommended). This fishing trip is for April – September 2016 only. Steelhead fishing April/May, Sockeye fishing late June/July, Pink Salmon late July/early August, Silver Salmon August/September, Halibut is April – October for some of the best fishing in the world. If you want serious Silver Salmon fishing, then this is the place for you. You won’t be disappointed. Contacts in our chapter who have fished with Yakutat: Patty & Terry Ehrhardt (12 Times) 406-868-7245, Gary & Teresa Deschenes, Cliff Garness. If you have any questions, give them a call 406-868-7251. www.yakutatlodge.com We thank Yakutat Lodge for this donation. Value: $3,805.00
Colorado Hunting Expeditions – Durango, Colorado – Elk, Mule Deer & Black Bear
Colorado Hunting Expeditions has donated this hunt for 2 (two) hunters to hunt Elk, Trophy Mule Deer and Black Bear for each hunter on private land for 2016 or 2017. This is a 5(five) day hunt. Mule deer bucks commonly 180” to 200+ inches annually. Hunt can be archery season or 1st or 2nd season for rifle. Hunt includes accommodations in private lodge, 2 on 1 guided hunt, and meals. Successful bidder will have to draw a deer license or buy a land owner voucher for approximately $1,000.00 each hunter. Extra hunters can be added. Hunt does not include airfare, hotel before/after hunt, meat processing or taxidermy. Arrival/Departure point is Durango, Colorado. Arrive one day prior to hunt. For more information contact Bob Luna at 970-560-2711 or email cohuntex@fone.net Website: www.coloradohunting.com We thank Colorado Hunting Expeditions for this donation. Value: $12,000.00.
Sterling Silver Elk Ivory and Amethyst Bracelet, Pendant & Earrings from Studio Pandora. Value $1100
Sterling Silver Elk Ivory and Amethyst Bracelet, Pendant & Earrings from Studio Pandora. Value $1100
Namibia - Okarumuti Game Lodge – 2 Gemsbok, 2 Springbok, 2 Warthog, 1 Kudu, 1 Red Hartebeest, 1 Stee
2 hunters will travel to Namibia for this 7-day 2x1 guided hunt for 2 Oryx, 2 Springbok, 2 Warthog, 1 Kudu, 1 Red Hartebeest and 1 Steenbok. Animals to be shared between the 2 hunters. Schedule hunt with outfitter for open dates February to November 2016 or 2017. Okarumuti Game Lodge, is on 30,000 acres, and is situated in Central Namibia at 50Km from the capital, Windhoek. Included are accommodations, meals, 2x1 guide service, trophy fees for donated species, license, trophy delivery to local taxidermist and field prep. Hunt may be upgraded to include additional species; see outfitter for details. Additional hunter/observers can be added at $350/$180 per day. Not included are any before/after hunt expenses, airport transfer, dipping/packing/shipping and gratuities. Deposit of $1,000 USD per hunter required to confirm the hunt. Arrival/departure point is Windhoek. Contacts in our chapter who have hunted with Okarumuti: Vince Luparell 406-781-0344, Gary & Teresa Deschenes, For more information contact Nadia Solvoldelli at info@okarumutogamelodge.com or Int. 26 462 682 0967. www.okarumutigamelodge.com We thank Okarumuti Game Lodge for this donation. Value $12,000.00
Tahltan Outfitters – Dease Lake, BC – Moose & Wolf Hunt
This is the hunt you’ve all been asking for! This is a 9 (nine) day trophy Moose & Wolf hunt in British Columbia, Canada, by horseback for 1 (one) hunter. Hunt includes trophy fees for a moose and a wolf. Several of our members have previously hunted with Jim Peterson of Tahltan Outfitters. Hunt date is October 4 - 12, 2016 ONLY. Trophy fees for a Moose and Wolf included. Charter flight from Dease Lake to camp is $1200 round trip, tags approximately $780, not included. Caribou can be added for $4,500. This is an area well known for Boone & Crockett Moose. Mountain Caribou can be added for trophy fees only! References – contact the following members of our chapter: Vince Luparell: 406-781-0344, Brad Lencioni: 406-736-5678, Terry Ehrhardt: 406-761-6211, Steve Tylinski: 406-453-9397, Bill Heisler: 406-799-3810, Corey Halvorson: 406-788-4147 For more information contact Jim at 1-250-877-0555 or email jimpeterson300@gmail.com We thank Tahltan Outfitters for this donation. Included is $300.00 off of a Moose mount from Rogers Taxidermy. Value: $12,800.00
SCI Lifetime Memberships
Includes one subscribing Life Membership and one Spouse non-subscribing Lifetime Membership to Safari Club International. Also includes a Life Membership to the Great Falls Chapter. Value: $2350.00
South Africa – Cabassa Safaris – Bird Shooting and Plains Game
This trip includes a 7 day package for 2 hunters that includes 3 days of shooting game birds and 4 days hunting plains game in Free State, South Africa. Hunt includes trophy fees for 2 Warthogs, 2 Impala and 2 Duiker. This hunt can be taken March – May 2016 or 2017. Shotguns can be added for $30 per person per day. Can upgrade to more days and trophy animals per the current price list. Add more hunters and non-hunters at current price list. Includes field prep, transportation to shipper, round trip transportation to and from Bloemfontein airport to Free State, lodging and meals. Not included are dip & Pack service, spirits and gratuities. For more information contact Hardus +27 829751824 email info@cabassasafaris.com Website: www.cabassasafaris.com We thank Cabassa Safaris for this donation. Value $8100.00

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“Looking for Love” by Cynthie Fisher
2015 SCI National Conservation Artist of the Year, Cynthie Fisher has donated this 12 X 16 acrylic of this bull hoping to woo a cow close by. Cynthie is a self-taught wildlife artist based in Hamilton, Montana. www.fisherart.com Value - $2100.00
Mozambique - Mokore Safaris – Impala and Warthog
Experience a true African safari with professional hunters and trackers of Mokore Safaris on a ten (10) day safari for one hunter and one observer. Trophy fees for Impala and Warthog are included. This hunt includes daily rates for a Sable Hunt so you only have to pay the $4,000 trophy fee. This hunt will take place in Nhacainga which is a wildlife area that has been developed over the last 15 years within the Coutada 9 and Coutada 13 lease areas in the Manica Province of Mozambique. This could be the hunt of a lifetime from the accommodations, the food, and the professionalism of the PH’s to animals that will be available. Other animals available are as per the trophy fee schedule. Terry & Patty Ehrhardt have hunted with Mokore Safaris 5 times and are planning a 6th trip this September. If you have any questions you can contact Patty or Terry at 406-868-7251. Hunt to be taken May – October 2016 or 2017. Arrival/departure from Tete, Mozambique. Not included is the vehicle transfer fee from the airport – $500.00 each way. Contacts in our chapter who have hunted with Mokore: Patty & Terry Ehrhardt 406-868-7245, Jerry Spencer, Jim Hinde, Ken Mesaros. For more information contact Gary Duckworth at garyduckworth@mokoresafaris.com. www.mokoresafaris.com We thank Mokore Safaris for this Donation. Value: $10,400.00
Entry way bench with Hidden Gun Storage
Chapter member Steve Reiling has built this custom entry way bench of pine with a hidden gun compartment. Value: $1000.00
South Africa - Tinus Lindique Safaris – Cape Buffalo
This is a seven (7) day/ six (6) night, hard boss, trophy bull Cape Buffalo hunt (up to 38 inches). This hunt is for 1 hunter and 1 observer in either 2016 or 2017. Hunt includes professional guide, trophy fee for 1 Impala, field prep and transportation to shipper. Tinus will take you on the safari of a lifetime in South Africa. Hunter’s will be hunting on a 100,000 acre ranch and can upgrade to the many trophies that Tinus has to offer. (See current price list) Not included is $150.00 air charter or if prefer transfer by vehicle and 4.5 hour drive to area there is no charge. Also not included is $2,500.00 trophy fee for bull Cape Buffalo (up to 38 inches). Can upgrade to Bull Cape Buffalo up to 42 inches for $4,500. Can add more days for Hunter/Observer at $250/$125 per day. Contacts in our chapter who have hunted with Tinus: Corey & Patty Halvorson 406-788-4147, Butch Olson 406-788-4987. For more information contact Tinus: tlsafaris@gmail.com Website: www.tinuslsafaris.com We thank Tinus Lindique for this donation. Value: $14,000.00
‘CONFRONTED!’ by Shannon Gray
Shannon Gray has donated this original acrylic on wood. The size is 12 X 24. She lives in Missouri and is the daughter of Board Member Todd and Dena Davy. Value: $500.00
Big Game Safaris – Australia – Water Buffalo
This hunt is for 5 (five) days on a 1 x 1 guided hunt for a free range-management Water Buffalo for one hunter and one observer in Northern Australia. Schedule this rifle hunt for open dates May – September 2016 or 2017. Hunt a 2 million acre concession in the renowned Walker River region of Arnhem Land and fish for the famous Barramundi on this safari. This is a great family destination with a very comfortable camp in a pristine wilderness location. Included are 1x1 guide service, permanent cabin accommodations, trophy fees 1 management Bull Water Buffalo and field prep. Not included are firearm permit ($225), dipping/packing fee ($400), charter flight to camp (approx. $1,200.00 round trip from Groote Eylandt for up to 4 passengers) and gratuities. Upgrade to include Wild Ox, Wild Boar, and Water Buffalo per price list. Additional hunters and observers can be accommodated per current price list. Arrival/departure point is Groote Eylandt. Our chapter member, Steve Tylinski (406-453-9397) - has hunted with Simon multiple times. Contact Simon Kyle-Little at 61-8-855-64692 or email: e.kyle-little@bigpond.com Website: www.australianbiggamesafaris.com.au We thank Simon Kyle-Little and Big Game Safaris for this donation. Value: $15,800.00
Poker Table made by Terry Hill
This beautifully crafted oak Poker Table is made by local member Terry Hill. This 8 sided table is 63 inches wide and measures 30 inches above the floor. VALUE: $1000.00
Argentina - Estancia La Criolla – Dove shooting
This is a wing-shooting trip of a lifetime for Four (4) hunters to enjoy a four (4) day stay in Santa Fe, Argentina. Included with this 1×1 guided hunt are all the doves you can possibly shoot at their beautiful facilities. Hunters can expect to fire thousands of shells per day, if their shoulder can hold up! This hunt is to be taken in 2016. May also be taken in 2017 for an additional $500 per person. Arrival and departure point is Estancia La Criolla. Hunt can be upgraded for additional days to include Ducks, Perdiz, Fishing and Big Game Hunting per the outfitter’s current price list. Not included are hunting licenses, transport to/from lodge, gun rental, shotgun shells ($13.00 per box – subject to change with current pricing), reciprocity fee and gratuities. Contacts in our chapter who have hunted with Estancia: Patty & Terry Ehrhardt 406-868-7245, Malcom & Jennifer Jaap 406-452-4867. For more information, contact: rd@estancialacriolla.com.au www.estancialacriolla.com.ar We thank Estancia La Criolla for this donation. Value: $8,000.00.
Six course Gourmet Dinner
Six course gourmet dinner with complimentary wine for (8) eight people. Veronica Ronnou and Patty Ehrhardt have again donated this dinner for 8 which is sure to please your taste buds. “One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well” Truly an event for the discerning pallet. We thank Veronica Ronnou and Patty Ehrhardt for this donation. Value: $1000.00
Namibia - Jan Oelofse Safaris – Gemsbok, Blue Wildebeest, Springbok, Warthog
Jan Oelofse Safaris has once again donated to our chapter. They are among the best safari operations in all of Africa. They have been in business since 1975. Their area is located north of Windhoek, Namibia. This hunt is for 1 hunter & 1 observer for seven (7) days. Hunt to be taken in either 2016 or 2017. Hunt includes trophy fees for Gemsbok, Blue Wildebeest, Springbok, and Warthog. They encourage hunters to arrive a day or two early at no charge to get over jet lag, so you can fully enjoy your hunt. Not included in this donation is transport from the airport to the safari area ($600.00 per vehicle) and alcoholic beverages. Can use Rifle or bow on this hunt. Incredible modern accommodations on this 60,000 acre private ranch, plus 300,000 acres on adjacent concessions. Contacts in our chapter who have hunted with Oelofse: Patty & Terry Ehrhardt 406-868-7245, Brad Lencioni 406-736-5678, Jerry Spencer www.janoelofsesafaris.com – email: jan.oelofse@iaafrica.com.na We thank Jan Oelofse Safaris for this donation. Value: $8,000.00.
“Cecil the Lion"
Betty Henderson has donated an acrylic on rock of “Cecil the Lion” Value: $600.00
Costa Rica – Crocodile Bay Resort – Fishing
3 day Strike Yacht Tower Boat fishing package and 2 à la carte days at Crocodile Bay Resort in Costa Rica for 2 people (Total 5 nights at the resort). April 10 – December 14, 2016 ONLY. Once you arrive at our front door, enjoy three full days of fishing offshore or inshore on our Tower Boat, 2 à la carte days and one Swedish massage per person. Also includes luxurious air-conditioned accommodations, meals, and soft drinks at Crocodile Bay Resort. Package does not include international air transportation – Juan Santa Maria International airport in San Jose Costa Rica. (SJO), meals in San Jose, airport departure tax estimated ($30), alcoholic beverages, or gratuities at the resort. Package also does not include domestic transfer pack. This transfer package may be purchased for $395 per person which consist of ground transfers, round trip *domestic airfare from San Jose, Costa Rica to Puerto Jimenez, and inbound night at a San Jose hotel. * Does not include overweight Costa Rica domestic airfare tickets. 2 additional anglers can be added to this fabulous 5 day package for $2135.70, plus $100 day for fishing. (April 10-15 is peak season and these rates do not apply). For more information contact Joe Foster 1-707-559-7990 ext. 112 or email joe@lynchcreektravel.com. Website: www.crocodilebay.com We thank Crocodile Bay for their donation. Value $8,164.00

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Terry Ehrhardt Custom Built Gun
Board Member Terry Ehrhardt will build a custom gun with hard case to your specifications. Stock donated by McMillan, barrel donated by Krieger an action donated by Defiance Machine. Bid now for the gun of your dreams. Value: $$$$Priceless$$$$
Terry Ehrhardt Custom Load Development
Terry will develop a custom load for your favorite rifle, and include 50 rounds of the custom loaded ammunition. He will find the exact load your riffle shoots the best. Improving the match between ammunition and rifle is priceless. VALUE: $500.00
New Zealand - Rata Maire Deer Lodge – Red Stag
Tony Punch of Rata Maire Deer Lodge has donated a Four (4) day hunt for One (1) Hunter, (1) Non-Hunter to hunt for One (1) Trophy Red Stag (up to 350 SCI Score) on the North Island of New Zealand. This hunt is a 1×1 guided hunt and can be upgraded to larger Red Stag, Fallow Deer, Elk, Sika, Sambar, Rusa, Turkeys, Feral Goats, Rams, and Pigs. Tahr hunting can also be arranged. (See current price guide) Schedule this hunt with outfitter for open dates March through July 2016 or 2017. The animals roam freely on this vast, private deer sanctuary. Hunting will take place under fair-chase conditions and a good level of personal fitness would add to the clients’ enjoyment of the hunt. During this trip you will be staying at their new lodge and will be enjoying all the amenities it provides. The lodge is on New Zealand’s North Island in the tranquil and spectacular Retaruke River Valley. Included are lodge accommodations, meals, 1×1 guide service, trophy fees for stag up to 350 SCI, field prep and ground transportation during hunt. Additional hunters @ $500 per day and observers @ $200 per day may join and additional hunting days and game are available per outfitter’s current price list. Not included are any before/after hunt expenses, firearm permit ($25NZ), dipping/crating, shipping and gratuities. Arrival/departure point is Auckland, New Zealand then rent a car or charter a flight to hunt area. Arrange for gun permits by coordinating with outfitter and NZ police prior to arrival. Contacts in our chapter who have hunted with Tony: Patty & Terry Ehrhardt 406-868-7245, Brad Lencioni 406-736-5678, Sean Hystad. For more information, contact Tony by phone at Int. 64-7-895-8516 or punchie@ihug.co.nz – www.ratamaire-deer.com We thank Tony Punch with Rata Maire for this donation. –Value: $6,000.00.
Hawaii – Maui Hunting Safari – Feral Goat and 7 Days in a Hawaiian Condominium
Maui Hunting Safari is offering a 1 day, 1X1 guided, Feral Goat hunt for 1 hunter. Schedule date with outfitter for open dates September 2016 – March 2017 ONLY, pending availability! Seven (7) days in the beautiful Hawaiian Islands. This week is for a 1 bedroom timeshare. See www.rci.com for resort locations. Dates are subject to availability. Trip must be taken by March 2017. Included are trophy fees for 1 feral goat, use of rifle if desired, hunting transportation to/from ranch and field prep. Axis Deer and Wild Pig as well as extra hunters may be added per the current price list. Not included are license ($105, hunters safety card required, any before/after hunt expenses, dipping/packing, taxidermy, shipping and gratuities. Hunter must be in at least average physical condition and be able to hike through rigorous terrain including hidden loose rocks and up and down steep grades in humid and/or wet conditions. Arrival/Departure point is Kahului Airport, Maui. Chapter Member Terry Ehrhardt (406-868-725) hunted with Rodney in 2015. Be sure to coordinate vacation dates and hunting dates as soon as possible. For more information, contact Rodney at 808-573-8426 or hunting@mauisafari.com Website: www.mauihuntingsafari.com For Hawaiian Condominium contact Patty Ehrhardt 406-868-7245 or email pehrhardt@paml.com. We thank Maui Hunting Safari and Patty & Terry Ehrhardt for this donation. Value: $2900.00
Quick Draw - 13 year old Hunter Adams
Start collecting originals early because this 13 year old is bound to become nationally known. He resides in Belt, Montana and you are sure to hear his name in the art world for years to come.
South Africa - Makhulu Game Lodge & Safaris – Plains Game
South African plains game hunt for 10 days for 2 hunters/2 non hunters. The hunters must share the following animals between them: 1 Blesbuck, 1 Black/Blue Wildebeest, and 2 Red Hartebeest. Along with the hunt, the hunters and observers will be taken on a day trip to Vaal River for a day of fishing. Observers may upgrade to hunters at no additional cost, but must hunt animals from the pricelist. Included are luxury accommodations, all meals & beverages, airport pick up and drop off at Kimberley Airport, daily laundry service, field prep, guiding, skinning and delivery of trophies to taxidermist and services of professional hunter. Hunt is for 2016, but if hunt is taken in 2017, 2017 prices would apply. Not included in the donation is airfare to and from Kimberley airport, hotel before and after the hunt if needed, hiring of a rifle and ammunition, dip/pack/crate/shipping of trophies from South Africa, additional hunting days at $350 per day for hunters and $150 per day for observers. All species as per price list available. Contacts in our chapter who have hunted with Makhulu: Carl & Martha Schroeder, Earl & Lenda Harrison (Havre). Email: info@makhulusafarilodge.co.za or webpage: www.makhulusafarilodge.co.za We thank Makhulu Safaris for this donation. Value: $14,400.00
Tuff Pak Surprise
Buy it and find out what you get! This Tuff Pak is filled with many wonderful items for hunting, fishing or just enjoying life. Value: $$$Priceless$$$
Montana: Bear Paw Hunts – Antelope Hunt
Chris Faber has donated a fantastic four (4) day, antelope hunt for two (2) hunters. Hunt will take place in North Central Montana. This hunt is for either 2016 or 2017 or until tag is drawn and will take place on over 250,000 acres of private land. Trophy fee for an antelope for each hunter is included. This is a fully guided hunt. Accommodations include a stay at a 4 Star lodge nestled in the Bears Paw Mountains. Also included is bird hunting and fishing in the several ponds located throughout the ranch. Hunt is in area 690. www.bearpawhunts.com We thank Bear Paw Hunts for this donation. Included is $100.00 off of each Antelope shoulder mount – 2 total, from Artistic Wildlife Creations. Value: $6,000.00
Quick Draw – Nationally Known artist Rick Kelley
Rick Kelly will be painting an original piece of art during the banquet. www.kelleyfineart.com Value: $2500.00
Aleutian Adventures – Alaska - Reindeer
Hunt the Aleutian Islands on this 7(seven) day, 2X1 guided Reindeer Hunt and Sea Ducks (if available) for 1(one) hunter. Only 20 trophy bulls and 5 management animals are taken per year. Animals average around 400 inches. This hunt is scheduled for October/November 2016 only. Method of take can be rifle, muzzle loader or bow. Included are Charter Flight from Anchorage to hunt area, accommodations, meals, guide service, trophy fee for 1 (one) reindeer and field prep. (full body caping is extra $250) Additional hunters can be added at the discounted price of $12,500. Management bull reindeer can be added for $6,500. Arrival/Departure point is Anchorage, Alaska. (Airfare and rooms in Anchorage are at cost of client) Charter flight to Umnak Island is included and plan to arrive one day before charter is scheduled. License is not required for reindeer hunting. Hunters interested in duck hunting will need to bring a shotgun and can purchase Alaskan License on line from the Alaska Fish and Game website. Ducks that are hunted are harlequin, Aleutian teal, green wing teal, Eurasian widgeon, eiders, blue bill, pin tail, canvas back, mallards. Board Member Rick Vukasin hunted here in 2015 406-727-2277 For more information contact Brett Weaver 907-306-9995 or email bweaver@apicda.com. Website: www.aleutianadventures.com We thank Aleutian Adventures for this donation. Value: $13,500.00
Montana - Governor’s Goat Tag – Mountain Goat
This once in a lifetime opportunity hunt can take place in any legal Mountain Goat Hunting District in Montana as per Fish Wildlife & Parks Regulations during the general Mountain Goat Season. Valid for 2016 hunting season. Value: $PRICELESS$
The Perfect End to a Great Auction
The Great Falls Chapter wishes to thank each of you for attending tonight. Your contributions will help to preserve the right to hunt and animal conservation for years to come. The chapter has donated this 3 Litre Bottle of Crown Royal along with 4 SCI logo whiskey glasses.