Chapter member and long-time Chapter supporter, Jim Naber, has once again donated his artistic talents to our Fundraiser. Jim has completed work for many Chapter members in the past. He is experienced in handling trophies from around the world. This $500 gift certificate may be applied to any future taxidermy work to be completed by his studio. Website: www.naberstaxidermy.com; VALUE: $500

Repeat donor, Tom Allen, of Triple T Adventures is donating a 2-day Fall Pheasant Hunt for 2 hunters in beautiful Lynch, Nebraska. Schedule hunt with the outfitter for open dates Fall of 2016. The pheasant population has been strong in Nebraska. Please go to their website for more information. Accommodations are not included but can be provided for $125 per night which includes meals. Non-resident fee of $15 per hunter is required. Website: www.triplethunt.com; VALUE: $800

Our friends at Briarwood Sporting Club in Bellefontaine, Ohio, have generously donated a 3-day/4-night hunt for two Northeastern Whitetail Deer for two hunters. This packages includes daily fees for 2 hunters (a $2,000 value), a $1,000 credit per hunter towards the harvest of two trophy whitetails, lodging, meals, beverages, professional guide, and transportation of trophies to local meat processor/taxidermist. Method of take is hunter’s choice. Briarwood is located 45 minutes Northwest of Columbus, Ohio. Hunt to be taken per available dates, September 18 through December 15, 2016, or 2017. Taxidermy/shipping of trophies are not included but can be arranged. Website: www.BriarwoodWhitetails.com; VALUE: $4,000

Long time Chapter supporter, Rick Dickson, is donating a 7-day black bear hunt in Wawa, Ontario. Schedule this rifle, bow or muzzleloader hunt with the outfitter for open dates August 23 through September 15, 2016. This fall hunt is a great trip for any hunter. Rick has over 240 different baits that are maintained each hunting season. He has exclusive hunting rights to over 3000 sq. km. of land. In excess of 70 tons of bait is used during the hunt. Rick has been “Bear Outfitted” for 38 years. Accommodations are not included but are available locally. Canadian hunting fees and a license will be the responsibility of the hunter. Canadian customs weapon permit will be required. ($25). Website: www.nimotel.com/dicksonsbear; VALUE: $1,400

Repeat donor, Cerritos Beach Resorts, is donating a 6-night, 7-day stay in a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath villa at Cerritos Surf Colony, in Baja, Mexico. It is approximately 40 miles north of Cabo San Lucas and just down the road from the historic artist colony of Todos Santos. The resort boasts 30 separate beachfront Mayan-inspired thatched roof villas. Enjoy the resort’s amazing swimming pool and bar, surf the waves at your back door, climb the Sierra de la Lagunas, explore the artist colony of Todos Santos, or just lay back in your own palm tree-shaded hammock. ATV rental, horseback riding, kayaking, fishing, art gallery walks, and hiking Triple Waterfall are just some of the many things to enjoy. This stay at Cerritos Surf Colony is good for any available time 2 years from the date of purchase, with no blackout dates. Cerritos Beach is considered to be the safest swimming beach on the entire Pacific side of the Baja Peninsula and is world-renown for exceptional surfing and deep sea fishing. The winner is responsible for 14% Mexican government tax on the purchase price (not on the retail price), payable at the time of check-in. Website: www.cerritossurfcolony.com; VALUE: $3,345.

$4,000 TROPHY FEES. Donor, exhibitor, and long-time Chapter supporter, Pieter Vivers of Marupa Safaris, is donating a fantastic 7-day (5 days of hunting) safari for 2 hunters in Limpopo Providence or Northern Cape South Africa. Hunt may be taken from March through October 2016 or 2017. The hunters will have a $2000 credit per hunter on the total trophies hunted–you hunt the trophies of your choice and we give you credit to start with! The variety of trophy animals available and photographic tour opportunities will exceed your wildest expectations and our website (below) will guide you through the memories of many happy and satisfied clients. Marupa Safaris provides excellent accommodations, great African cuisine, 4X4 hunting cars, highly trained trackers, skinners and professional hunters. Website: www.marupasafaris.caza; VALUE: $8,000

Do you wonder where your SCI membership stands? Do you know when you have to renew your membership? Tired of wasting stamps? Well you can take all those questions and worries away by bidding on this unique, priceless package. The winning bidder of this package will get an SCI Life Membership. And that’s not all… You will also get a Michigan Chapter Life Membership! Two memberships for one winning bidder who continues to show their support of SCI! Website: www.scimichigan.org; VALUE: $1,800

Experience hunting the Scottish red stag and enjoy the country’s rich culture and traditions with this 7-day, 1-on-1hunt package for 1 hunter. It includes all airport transfers, one hill stag, meals, and lodging at the luxurious Lands of Loyal, an 18th century Duke’s estate. This is truly a unique package offered by Michael and Dannielle Grosse of International Adventures Unlimited. The Inshewen Estate in Scotland has the best private herd of red stag in all Scotland. You may upgrade this hunt to one of the incredible trophy estate stags on the Inshewen Estate on a cost basis, which means you will be paying a third to a fourth of what you expect to pay for a comparable head in New Zeeland. Roe deer and fallow deer may also be taken at current published rates. This package begins with departing on day 1, arrival in Scotland on day 2, transfers to the hunting area on day 3, hunting and other activities on days 4, 5, and 6, with the return flight home on day 7. Most hunters bring guests to enjoy this customizable trip. Non-hunter’s days are filled with touring Scottish castle, cathedrals, famous landmarks, and shopping (led by Danielle). Special non-hunting packages that include transfers, meals, lodging, and private escorted tours are available for $2,950. The successful bidder may bring a second hunter with them at a $1,000 discount or $4,750. This hunt may be taken in September or October, 2016, if available, or a future year as agreed upon with the outfitter. Similar to the roe deer hunt also offered by Michael and Danielle, many of our members have taken advantage of this opportunity and have expressed that “it’s one of the best hunts we have ever taken”. Website: www.internationaladventures.us; VALUE $7,000.

Trevor Shaw, donor, exhibitor, and long-time Chapter supporter is donating a luxury Photo Safari Package. This package includes 6 day and 6 night accommodations for 2 persons at Zulu Nyala Safari Game Lodge, Heritage Safari Lodge & Luxury Tent Camp. These luxury facilities are situated in the heart of Zululand and St. Lucia/Sodwana Bay Marine Reserve-one of the richest wildlife conservation regions in Africa. Package includes full board, with three delicious meals per day prepared by our finest chefs. There will be two game viewing activities per day guided by professional game rangers in open viewing vehicles on Zulu Nyala Game Reserve. This donation is valid for two years from the auction date. The package does not include airfare, transfers, side trips, personal beverage, gratuities, or phone calls. Website: www.ZuluNyala.com; VALUE $ 5,950

Repeat donor, Jorge Noya of Caza Y Safaris Argentina, is donating a 4-day free-range blackbuck and feral ram hunt for 1 hunter to be taken in 2016 or 2017. The lodge is a short drive from the international airport so the hunt begins the afternoon of your arrival. The outfitter has 34 years in the business and owns 4 ranches. The hunter can choose to hunt with bow, rifle, handgun or muzzleloader. Small game, such as hares and fox may be taken at no extra cost. The hunter will be staying in our new colonial époque lodge, with excellent personal attention, ample supply of Argentinean meals and beverages, including famous Argentinian beef and wine. The hunter can also upgrade the hunt per the price list to include additional days and big game such as red stag, fallow deer, axis deer, water buffalo, and wild boar. Most animals can be hunted year-round, with the exception of red stag, which must be hunted between March to June. Observers are welcome at the special rate of $600 for the entire 4 days (the regular price is $250/day). Website: www.cazaysafaris.com.ar; VALUE: $4,000

Ron Jewett of McDougall Lodge is donating a 6-day, 5-night guided fishing trip to the historic McDougall Lodge, located on Lake Creek, which is approximately 60 miles NW of Anchorage. Morning arrival on your first day and early evening departure on the 6th day. You will be fishing for Pacific Salmon. An Alaskan fishing license is $55 and King Salmon stamp $30. This package includes fully-guided fishing (tackle, rods, and reels), lodging, meals, filleting, freezing, and vacuum-packaging of fish. This trip may be taken in 2016 or 2017, during the fishing seasons beginning in June and running into September. This package does not include the floatplane to McDougall Lodge (approximately $240 per person, roundtrip). Additional anglers are welcome at the special fundraiser price of $3,735, with deeper discounts possible for larger groups. Non-anglers and children under 12 are welcome at $1,725. Website: www.mcdougalllodge.com; VALUE $ 3,735

Repeat donor, Cerritos Beach Resorts, is donating a 6-night, 7-day stay at its exclusive 10-room luxury boutique hotel, the Hacienda Cerritos, in Baja, Mexico. It is approximately 40 miles north of Cabo San Lucas and just down the road from the historic artist colony of Todos Santos. The winning bidder will stay in a deluxe, 1-bedroom suite. It is good for any available time 2 years from the date of purchase, with no blackout dates. Cerritos Beach is considered to be the safest swimming beach on the entire Pacific side of the Baja Peninsula and is world-renown for exceptional surfing and deep sea fishing. Located on a private bluff, this peaceful and private destination is sure to make your visit magical. This hotel was voted the best boutique hotel in Los Cabos Magazine in 2011. The winner is responsible for 14% Mexican government tax on the purchase price (not on the retail price), payable at the time of check-in. Website: www.haciendacerritos.com; Value: $3,728.

G-5 Outdoors has once again stepped up to support our Chapter by providing its top-of-the-line equipment: a G-5 Prime Impact Bow. Here are the specifications on this wonderfully engineered bow: Axel to Axel 35.25inches; Brace Height 6.25 inches; IBO Speed 340FPS; Draw Length 23" to 30"; String Length 28.15"; Cable Length (2X) 41.43"; Yoke Length 33.79". G-5 Outdoors has also donated 2 packages of their “Havac” 100 grain broad heads to be included with the Impact Bow. On-Line Purchaser responsible for shipping costs to winner's destination. Website: www.g5prime.com; VALUE: $900

Repeat donor, Tom Allen, of Triple T Hunting Adventures is donating a 3-day Merriams Turkey Hunt in beautiful Lynch, Nebraska. This is a 2x1guided hunt for 1 hunter. An additional turkey can be taken for $250. Schedule hunt with the outfitter for open dates during Spring of 2016 or 2017 when bird numbers are at their peak. Accommodations are not included but can be arranged for $125 per night with meals included. License fees are $91 plus $20 habitat stamp. Website:www.triplethunt.com; VALUE: $1,200

Repeat donor, Vince Vigil of New Mexico Hunting Adventures, is donating a 5-day trophy mule deer 2x1 rifle hunt for 1 hunter. Hunt must be taken in either October or November 2016, and may be upgraded to include additional hunters ($4,000 each). Hunter will enjoy hunting mainly private ranches, which have been managed for high populations of free-ranging deer. Hunting techniques include spot-and-stalk, as well as blinds at waterholes. The package includes field and trophy preparation, trophy fees, and transportation during the hunt. Hunters are responsible for lodging and food. Hunter will be applied in the state draw where draw odds are 100% for free-ranging deer. License fees are $415. Success ratio is very high, but harvest will depend on the hunter’s ability to shoot. You will see lots of deer! Website: www.nmhuntingadventures.com; Value: $4,000

Vince Vigil of New Mexico Hunting Adventures is also donating a 5-day archery elk, deer, and bear combo hunt for 1 hunter in New Mexico GMU 51 or 52. This 2x1 hunt is to be taken in September 2016, unless hunters are unsuccessful in the state draw, where odds are generally 100% in drawing a tag with outfitter endorsement. If unsuccessful in the draw, hunters may apply the next year. Generally, there is 100% shooting opportunity on 250 to 300-class bulls, with some scoring much larger! Deer and bear are optional but available, and hunt may be upgraded to include additional hunters at the cost of $6,550. Hunter is responsible for all license fees ($820 for elk, $415 for deer, and $360 for bear). The package includes field and trophy preparation, trophy fees, and transportation during the hunt. Hunter is responsible for lodging and food. Website: www.nmhuntingadventures.com; Value: $6,550