SCI Michigan Chapter Banquet Auction
Hunting
BEAR ESCAPE BOW Signed by Kendall Jones
The Bear Archery Escape Compound Bow was designed to fire arrows at blazing speeds without sacrificing forgiveness or shootability and it does just that! Thanks to the all H 15 hybrid cam system, the Escape is able to zip arrows at speeds up to 350 FPS while still offering a ridiculously smooth draw cycle and let down. Couple that with a forgiving 6 inch brace height the Bear Escape is a crazy fast bow that is joy to shoot. This bow will be signed by Kendall Jones. Online bidder is responsible for all shipping costs. Specs: Right Hand, 60 pound pull, IBO Speed: 350 FPS
Weight: 4 Lbs.
Brace Height: 6'
Axel to Axel: 32"
Peak Draw Weight: 45-60 Lbs.
Draw Range: 25 ½" - 30"
Let Off: 75%
VALUE: Priceless
Hunting
5 DAY MULE DEER / WHITETAIL RIFLE HUNT FOR 1 HUNTER - MONTANA
Jason Taylor, of Bear Paw Hunts, is again donating an exciting Montana mule deer / whitetail deer hunt for one hunter. This 5-day rifle hunt will be in the Bear Paw Mountain Range in North Central Montana. The 2-on-1 guided hunt must be taken in 2017 or 2018. As an added bonus, additional hunters are welcome at the discount cost of $4,500 (plus tag). The hunt, which includes ranch house accommodations and transportation at camp, can be upgraded to include 1-on-1, as well as elk or antelope. Also included is field and trophy preparation, dipping/packaging, and trophy transport to shipper. Hunters must apply for draw, which has a high percentage of success. Application deadline is March 15, 2017. We thank Bear Paws Hunts for this 100% donation! VALUE: $5,400 | www.bearpawhunts.com
Hunting
6 DAY RIFLE PLAINS GAME HUNT FOR 2 HUNTERS/2 OBSERVERS - NW RSA
Two hunters and two observers will enjoy an adventurous 6-day trip to the Northwest Province of South Africa. Repeat donor, Jacques Senekai of Africa Maximum Safaris, is donating this fantastic, rifle only, hunt. This amazing guided hunt package includes 1 waterbuck, 2 blesbuck, 1 zebra, and 2 impala, to be shared by the hunters. This hunt can be taken from March through November 2017 or 2018 only. Included are trophy fees for the donated species for both hunters, accommodations, meals, guide services and field preparation. This outfitter boasts 36 game species so the hunt can be upgraded to include additional animals and days per price list. Arrival and departure is from Johannesburg. There is a charge of $220 per person per day for the arrival and the departure day excluding 14% tax. This fee covers the airport transfers, guide service, accommodation on the arrival night and all meals for the persons in the safari party. For more details and other hunts offered by African Maximum see Jacques at his booth at the Fundraiser. We thank African Maximum for this 100% donation! VALUE: $14,960 | www.africamaximum.com
Hunting
6 NIGHT/7 DAY HACIENDA CERRITOS RESORT, BAJA, MEXICO | 6 Night / 7 Day Stay at Beautiful Hacienda Ce
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. The winner is responsible for 19% Mexican government tax on the purchase price (not on the retail price), payable at the time of check-in. VALUE: $3,728 | www.haciendacerritos.com
Hunting
2 DAY BLACKBUCK ANTELOPE FOR 1 HUNTER/1 OBSERVER - TEXAS
New donor, Morani River Ranch, is donating a 2-day Blackbuck Antelope hunt for 1 hunter and 1 non-hunter. Included are accommodations and meals at their 5-star ranch. This 1-on-1 hunt takes place on the Morani River Ranch property in Unalde, Texas. Method of take is hunter’s choice: rifle, handgun, muzzleloader, or bow. No 300 blackout allowed. This ranch boasts over 70 additional species that can be added per price list. Field and trophy preparation are also included. The hunter will need to purchase an over-the-counter $48 Texas license. VALUE: $5080 | www.moraniriver.com
Hunting
NABER’S TAXIDERMY - $500 GIFT CERTIFICATE
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. This $500 gift certificate may be applied to any future taxidermy work to be completed by his studio. Stop by and visit Jim at his booth at the Fundraiser.
We thank Naber’s Taxidermy for this 100% donation! VALUE: $500 | www.naberstaxidermy.com
Hunting
2 DAY WING SHOOTING/2 DAY SIGHTSEEING - SCANDINAVIA FOR 1 HUNTER/1 OBSERVER
Enjoy the finest wing shooting in beautiful South Sweden with Stefen Bengtsson from Scandinavian Pro Hunters. One hunter and one non-hunter will spend 2 days shooting partridges, pheasants, and ducks and 2 days sightseeing. All birds have a “no-bag limit” and it’s not unusual to bag 15 to 25 birds per day. Schedule this hunt with the outfitter during September or October, 2017 or 2018. When bringing your own shotgun, a weapons permit is required ($100). This hunt can be upgraded to include roe deer, red stag, fallow stag, and mouflon per price list. Cost of the hunt upgrade is $650 per day plus trophy fees. Accommodations are an experience by themselves! Hunters will stay exclusively at an old castle that is situated in fantastic calm, beautiful surroundings framed by a lake. There are 7 double rooms in the castle with 4 bathrooms. The meals served are homemade with products from the hunts. For the non-hunter, this is the perfect package. The castle is situated only 30 minutes from Copenhagen. You will see some historical places and old castles in the region and of course visit the Viking Museum. We thank Scandinavian Pro Hunters for this 100% donation! VALUE: $4,625 | www.scandinavianprohunter.com
Hunting
7 DAY PLAINS GAME SAFARI FOR 1 HUNTER/1 OBSERVER - SOUTH AFRICA
Repeat donor, Ken & Jo Ball, Shiawela Safaris, are donating a 7-day 1x1 guided hunt for one hunter and one non-hunter. Arrival and departure days in Safari Lodge, and then you will have 5 full days of hunting. This package includes two large animals (trophy choice Kudu, Nyala, Waterbuck, or Zebra) and two small animals (trophy choice Impala, Warthog, Duiker, or Blesbuck). During the hunt, included are accommodations, laundry, meal, airport transfers from Polokwane Airport, field trophy preparation, and consignment to a local taxidermist. Safari is valid for 2017 or 2018. There is a 14% VAT on services. Hunt also has the option for a hunter to harvest a buffalo and/or sable for $6000 (valid for 2017 hunting season only). Hunter also has the option to upgrade this safari to a 10-day hunt and/or bring an additional hunter at a discounted rate of 50% of our daily rates. A $2000 booking is required to confirm dates. This fee is held as a credit toward additional days or additional expenses. Upgrades are also available for photographic tours to Cape Town, Big 5 Private Nature Reserves, Kruger National Park, Victoria Falls, and Mozambique Ocean “Safari”. Visit the Balls at their booth at the fundraiser for more information about this hunt. VALUE: $12,550 | shiawela@gmail.com
Hunting
BOBCAT WITH HOUNDS IN MICHIGAN FOR 1 HUNTER/1 OBSERVER
Loyal donor, Dan Kirschner of Wild Spirit Guide Service, is donating a bobcat-hound hunt in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula for 1 hunter and 1 non-hunter. Base camp will be in Powers, Michigan where the hunter will stay in a comfortable cabin and have the opportunity to harvest an exceptional bobcat. The hunt must be taken in 2018 or 2019. Per DNR regulations, the Bobcat tag must be purchased before December 1, 2017 for the 2018 season (the same would apply for a hunt 2019 also). This hunt can be very physical. It’s an exciting and challenging hunt. For more details and other hunts offered by Wild Spirit Guide Service, see Dan at his booth at the Fundraiser. NOTE: Only open to MICHIGAN residents. VALUE: $1,950 | www.wildspiritguide.com
Hunting
5 DAY TAHR AND CHAMOIS FOR 2 HUNTERS - NEW ZEALAND
New donor, South Pacific Safaris of New Zealand, is donating trophy fees for 1 tahr and 1 chamois for 2 hunters for 5 days and 4 nights. Hunters to split their choice of tahr OR chamois. South Pacific Safaris is based on the East coast of the South Island, close to the small seaside town of Kaikoura. Included in this package are accommodations, meals, guide services, field preparation, and delivery of trophies to expeditor in Christchurch. Per Mike & Deborah of South Pacific Safaris, “This is a wilderness hunt on our public concession land”. A helicopter is available if required for aerial assist into the mountains at an additional charge. Dates for this hunt are from April to July 2017. Other trophies (red stag, elk, fallow deer, rams, wild boar, and trophy goats) are available to hunt as per price list. Non-hunters are welcome per price list. Please note: This donation can’t be used in conjunction with any other New Zealand Outfitter or with any other donation in New Zealand. For more details and other hunts offered by South Pacific Safaris see Mike and Deborah at their booth at the Fundraiser.VALUE: $13,750 | www.huntingnewzealand.co.nz
Hunting
ELK SHED CHANDELIER
A beautiful hand-crafted masterpiece, brought to you by the skilled artisans at Legends Taxidermy IN Scottsville, Mi.! Made from 6 massive, 6-point plus real elk sheds to a dimension of 50 x 57 inches wide and 46 inches high. It has six candlesticks lights and a dark chain for hanging. This dramatic chandelier would make a great addition to trophy room, foyer, or lodge. The world-champion craftsman at Legends Taxidermy can manufacture a wide variety of custom décor and furnishings for your home or office. Online bidder is responsible for all shipping costs. We thank Legends Taxidermy for this 100% donation! VALUE: $4,900 | www.legendstaxidermy.com
Hunting
6 DAY WOLF HUNT FOR 2 HUNTERS - NORTHERN ALBERTA
Byron Wolf, owner of Wolf Huntin Adventures, is providing this 6-day 2x1 guided timber wolf hunt in Northern Alberta, Canada. When you arrive in Edmonton, Alberta you will rent a car and drive approximately 6 hours to the outfitter’s location. Estimated cost is $500 Canadian dollars. This guided hunt is from heated blinds over bait. This area boasts all color phases from white, to grey, to black wolves. Since wolf populations are high, each hunter has the opportunity to harvest multiple wolves. You will be transported to your blind by either snowmobile or other vehicle. Weapon suggested is a rifle or muzzleloader. A weapons permit is required ($25). Wolves are tough, so the minimum caliber required is .243 with a 100 grain hunting bullet. This hunt is during the winter months when pelts are in prime condition. Schedule your hunt on agreeable dates from December 1, 2017 through March 20, 2018. Hunting license, trophy fees, field preparation, and transport to the shipper are included. This hunt is 2x1 guided and includes accommodations, meals, & necessary bedding. Hunt can be upgraded for $500 per day per hunter. Additional hunters can be added at the cost of $4000 per hunter. Cost for additional non-hunters is $350 per day. VALUE: $8000 | www.wolfhuntinadventures.com
SCI Michigan Chapter Banquet Auction
Hunting
7 DAY ROAN AND PLAINS GAME SAFARI FOR 1 HUNTER/1 OBSERVER - RSA
Loyal donor, Johann Combrink from Numzaan Safaris, is supporting our Chapter again, this time with a 7-day South African safari for 1 hunter and 1 observer. This 1x1 hunt will take place in the Limpopo Province and can be scheduled for the hunting season of March through October of 2017 or 2018. Trophy fees for 1 Roan Antelope are included. This donation can be upgraded to include more hunters, observers, trophies, and days all per the current price list with the outfitter. The hunter can use a minimum .270 rifle. No automatic or semi-automatic rifles allowed. Rifles and ammo are available to rent from Numzaan at a minimal cost. It is highly recommended to use a firearm representative suggested by Numzaan Safaris to assist with documentation required for firearm permits. Hunt arrival and departure point is Johannesburg, Oliver Tambo International Airport. Weapon permits are required and are issued at the airport, with an approximate cost of $100 per hunter. Please reference the outfitter’s website for details on the permit process. Included in this donation are transportation to and from the airport, all transportation during the safari, lodging, meals, beverages, laundry service, and field prep including skinning, caping and salting. Not included is transportation of trophies to the shipper. A $1000 deposit is required to secure dates and could be used toward extra trophies. If there are no extra costs, the deposit will be refunded. This hunt cannot be combined with any other donated hunt. Please stop by the Numzaan Safari booth at the Fundraiser to learn more about this donation and the safaris that are available. VALUE: $19,636 | www.numzaan.com
Hunting
4 DAY BLACKBUCK, FERAL RAM and WILD BOAR FOR 1 HUNTER - ARGENTINA
Repeat donor, Jorge Noya of Caza Y Safaris Argentina, is donating a 4-day free-range blackbuck, feral ram, and wild boar hunt for 1 hunter to be taken in 2017 or 2018. 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 shot 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, and water buffalo. Most animals can be hunted year-round, with the exception of red stag and fallow deer, 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). Chapter Board member, Ron Grenadier purchased this hunt 2 years ago at our fundraiser and had a great time! VALUE: $5,000 | www.cazaysafarisargentina.com
Hunting
6 DAY/6 NIGHT LUXURY PHOTO SAFARI FOR TWO PEOPLE - ZULU NYALA
Trevor Shaw, long-time Chapter supporter, is donating a luxury Photo Safari Package. This package includes 6-day and 6-night accommodations for 2 people at the Zulu Nyala Heritage Safari Lodge. 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, full meals per day. There will be two game viewing activities daily guided by professional game rangers in open game viewing vehicles in the 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 beverages, gratuities, or phone calls. VALUE: $5,950 | www.ZuluNyala.com
Hunting
5 DAY S.E. IOWA WHITETAIL HUNT (ZONE 6) FOR 1 HUNTER; 2ND HUNTER OPTIONAL
Alan Reinemann is again donating a coveted whitetail hunt. This 5-day hunt is in S.E. Iowa (Zone 6) for 1 hunter during either shotgun or muzzleloader season (hunter can use handgun during either season). And to make this hunt even better, Alan is throwing in the option of the winning bidder bringing a second hunter for the price of the winning bid. This is the area where many outdoor shows and professional hunters are filmed, including The Crush with Lee and Tiffany, Drury Outdoors, Knight and Hale, and Primos. This is one of the best trophy-producing whitetail locations in the United States, where 170-inch bucks are not uncommon and a monster buck is certainly a possibility! In fact, a 213-inch whitetail was taken on a neighboring property in 2017. Meals and accommodations in a comfortable cabin, equipped with all the modern amenities, including satellite TV, are included. Bid now on this hunt because it is difficult to even have the chance to hunt these monsters as Alan only allows a few select hunters the opportunity to hunt his properties each year. It can take a year to draw a shotgun or muzzleloader tag so this hunt can be taken in 2017, 2018, or 2019. President, Dan Olson, and three other Chapter members have hunted with Alan last year (during all three seasons) and had a great time, with each of tagging big bucks. VALUE: $4,000
Hunting
5 DAY LIONESS HUNT & $1500 IN TROPHY FEE CREDITS FOR 2 HUNTERS - RSA
Loyal donor, George Brainard, is donating a 5-day Lioness Hunt (not exportable) in the Northwest Providence of South Africa. This hunt is for 2 hunters. One hunter gets a lioness and the other gets $1,500 credit in additional trophy fees. The hunt can be upgraded to include 30 additional plains game species and even a Cape Buffalo all per price list. Included are accommodations, meals, trophy fees for the lioness, guide services, and field preparation. This hunt can be taken in 2017 or 2018. Hunting weapons can be rifle, bow, or muzzleloader. A weapon permit is required. No previous clients can bid on this hunt. This hunt cannot be combined with other hunts. For more details and other hunts offered by Stoney Creek Agency visit George at his booth at the Fundraiser. We thank Stoney Creek Agency for this 100% donation! VALUE: $8,900 | www.stoneycreekagency.com & www.serapasafaris.co.za
Hunting
7 DAY GRIZZLY OR BROWN BEAR HUNT FOR 1 HUNTER - ALASKA
Repeat donor, Steve Perrin of Rainy Pass Lodge in Alaska, is donating a 7-day Grizzly/Brown Bear for one hunter. Hunt dates are to arranged with the outfitter for the year of 2018 or 2019. This 2-on-1 hunt includes camp accommodations, meals, guide, trophy fees, field and trophy preparation. Additional hunters ($12,500) and/or observers ($5,000) are welcome. Hunter is responsible for license and can use weapon of choice. This hunt will be by horseback and on foot. The hunter arrives in Anchorage, Alaska, and from there, a special transportation charter flight is required. Cost is $900 per person. The hunt can be upgraded to include a combo hunt per outfitter’s price list. This is Alaska’s oldest hunting lodge. It was founded and operated by the Branham family from 1937 to 1977, and then from 1977 to 2003, the Lodge was operated by Vern Humble and family. In February of 2003, Steve and Denise Perrins purchased the Rainy Pass Lodge property and have been keeping its wild Alaska hunting tradition alive. Stop by Steve’s booth at the Fundraiser for more details. VALUE: $12,500 | www.theperrinsrainypasslodge.com
Hunting
5 DAY RED STAG HUNT - NEW ZEALAND FOR 1 HUNTER/ 1 OBSERVER INCLUDING A GLOBAL LOGISTICS CLEARANCE P
Hunt the South Island of New Zeeland on this 5-day guided hunting adventure. Repeat donor, Leithen Valley Outfitters, is donating a 5-day, 1-on-1 New Zealand Red Stag (up to 340 SCI) hunt for 1 hunter and 1 non-hunter. Schedule your hunt with the outfitter in 2017 or 2018. Method of take is hunter’s choice: rifle, bow, or muzzleloader. This red stag hunt takes place on their private ranch in the South of the South Island where you are likely to see numerous free-roaming quality trophies each day. The terrain is moderate hill country and the valleys are full with beech forest. This awesome package includes a guide, meals, beautiful lodge accommodations, round trip transfers from Queensland, NZ, field preparation, trophy fees, and use of the outfitter’s firearm, if desired. Hunter also has the option of upgrading the hunt per the current price list to include numerous other animals, such as tahr, chamois, and fallow deer. To help you import your trophy after the hunt, Coppersmith, Inc., a global logistics company specializing in the importation of hunting trophies from around the world, is donating a gift certificate for a Coppersmith Clearance Package (Custom Clearance). It has numerous locations throughout North America and has been a long-time loyal supporter of our Chapter. The successful bidder must contact Coppersmith, Inc. prior to importation and present the gift certificate for validation and complete necessary customs power-of-attorney documentation. We thank Leithen Valley and Coppersmith for this 100% donation! VALUE: $6,925 | www.leithenvalley.com & www.coppersmith.com
Hunting
DUAL CHRONOGRAPH WATCH by BRAZEN SPORTS
The Dual Chronograph captivates onlookers thanks to the quality of its materials and its well-balanced proportions. Materials and shooting-inspired details provide a rich and sophisticated look that unites ruggedness and refinement. The raised and luminescent- applied markers and the “rifled barrel” dial give an unexpected deepness to the watch. A precise Swiss-Made chronograph is housed in the patented Brazen Sports bullet casing, topped with a sapphire crystal. 100M water resistant. Online bidder is responsible for all shipping costs. We thank Brazen Sports for the 100% donation! VALUE: $750 | www.brazensports.com
Hunting
5 DAY ELK AND BEAR HUNT FOR 1 HUNTER - NEW MEXICO
Loyal donor, Vince Virgil of New Mexico Hunting Adventures, is donating a 5-day guided elk and bear hunt in New Mexico GMU 52, 50, or 51. This hunt is for 1 hunter the month of October, 2017. Cost for additional hunters (if drawn) is $4,750. Hunters will be applied in the state draw where draw odds are typically 100% in drawing a tag with outfitter endorsement. Generally 100% shooting opportunity on rag horn-300 class bulls/some scoring much bigger. This package includes field and trophy preparation, trophy fees, and transportation during the hunt. Hunters are responsible for lodging and food. VALUE: $5,750 | C38www.nmhuntingadventures.com
Hunting
2 DAY/2 NIGHT RHINO VITA DART SAFARI FOR 1 HUNTER/1 OBSERVER
Trevor Shaw, donor, exhibitor, and long-time Chapter supporter is donating a Rhino Vita Dart Safari for one hunter and one observer. This donation includes a safari for 2 days and 2 nights. Package includes accommodations, meals, soft drinks, alcohol (in moderation), and laundry service for 2 people. Services of a PH, vehicle, field staff, use of dart gun and 2 Vitamin darts for client to administer to the rhino, vet fees and insurance on the rhino are also included. Clients can take part and assist the vet in the micro-chipping, DNA sampling, and ear notching procedures. Photos can be taken of the client posing with the rhino while the animal is under sedation. Certificates will be issued as proof of your participation in the procedure. Safari is valid for 2017 or 2018 only. Airport transfers from either Durban or Richards Bay are available. The winning bidder can also book a plains game hunting safari with Mark DeWet Safaris of South Africa. VALUE: $ 10,000 | www.ZuluNyala.com
Hunting
CERRITOS BEACH RESORTS - VILLA, BAJA, MEXICO | 6 Night/7 Day stay at beautiful Cerritos Surf Colony
Repeat donor, Cerritos Beach Resorts, is donating a 6-night, 7-day stay in a 2 bedroom, 2 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 19% Mexican government tax on the purchase price (not on the retail price), payable at the time of check-in. VALUE: $3,730 | www.cerritossurfcolony.com
Hunting
5 DAY - Blackbuck, Feral Goat, Feral Sheep FOR 2 HUNTERS - PATAGONIA, ARGENTINA
Loyal donor , George Brainard, Stoney Creek Agency, is donating a 5-day Blackbuck, Hybred Feral Goat, and 4-Horn Sheep hunt in Patagonia, Argentina. This hunt is for 2 hunters who share the 3 donated animals. The hunt can be upgraded to include more days and other game (more than 20 species available, including birds). Included are accommodations, trophy fees for the donated animals, field preparation, salting of trophy, and transport to the shipper(dipping/packaging not included but available per taxidermy price list). Hunters are responsible for transport fees from the airport to the ranch (approximate cost- $550 round trip). Hunting weapons can be rifle, bow, or muzzleloader. For more details and other hunts offered by Stoney Creek Agency visit George at his booth at the Fundraiser. To help you import your trophy after the hunt, Coppersmith, Inc., a global logistics company specializing in the importation of hunting trophies from around the world, is donating a gift certificate for a Coppersmith Clearance Package (Custom Clearance). It has numerous locations throughout North America and has been a long-time loyal supporter of our Chapter. The successful bidder must contact Coppersmith, Inc. prior to importation and present the gift certificate for validation and complete necessary customs power-of-attorney documentation. We thank Stoney Creek Agency and Coppersmith for this 100% donation! VALUE: $7,325 | stoneycreekagency.com & www.coppersmith.com
SCI Michigan Chapter Banquet Auction
Hunting
7 DAY MOOSE AND BLACK BEAR FOR 1 HUNTER - NEWFOUNDLAND
New donor, Arluk Outfitters, is donating a 7-day, 1-on-1 moose and black bear hunt for 1 hunter in Newfoundland (NL), Canada. The hunt can be scheduled in September or October, 2018 or 2019. Arrival and departure will be from Deer Lake, NL, Canada. Upon arriving, you will be transported to a hotel. In the morning, you will be picked up and taken to a helicopter that will transport you to a lodge. Accommodations will be at one of the two lodges owned by Arluk Outfitters. The outfitter operates from two sites, Arluk Tilt and Main River. The lodges are located in remote locations in Newfoundland. Method of take is hunter’s choice: rifle, muzzleloader, or bow. Included are field preparation, license and trophy fees, and trophy transport to shipper. This hunt can be upgraded to include a Woodland Caribou per price list. Additional hunters can join the moose hunt for $7,200 and non-hunters for $2,000. VALUE: $8,200 | www.arlukoutfitters.com
Hunting
5 DAY SABLE & PLAINS GAME HUNT INCLUDING $1000 EXTRA TROPHY FEES FOR 1 HUNTER/1 OBSERVER INCLUDING A
Donor, exhibitor, and long-time Chapter supporter, Pieter Vivers of Marupa Safaris, is donating a fantastic 5-day safari for 1 hunter and 1 observer. They will enjoy the lure of wild Africa stalking sable in the foot hills of the Waterberg Mountains or in the deep red Kalahari sand. This hunt also includes an extra $1000 in trophy fees. Hunt may be taken April through October 2017 or 2018. This hunt may be upgraded to extra days at $350 per hunter per day and $195 per observer per day. Additional game can be added per price list. Extra hunters are welcome, please contact the outfitter for packages and see price list 2017/2018 for trophies. 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. Please visit with the outfitter at our Fundraiser. VALUE: $10,500
| www.marupasafaris.caza
Long-time Chapter supporter and member, Bill Bettys of Bill’s Taxidermy in Marne, is donating a $500 gift certificate for taxidermy work by Bill for trophies taken on this safari. Bill has been preserving hunting and fishing trophies for over 40 years and his work is very familiar to many of our Chapter members. Bill's Taxidermy is a U.S. federally approved site for the importation of African trophies. We thank Bill Bettys for this 100% donation!
Hunting
5 DAY RIFLE BULL TAHR HUNT - NEW ZEALAND
Your hunt begins upon arriving at Christchurch Airport. When hunting bull tahr on the South Island of New Zealand, you will roam amongst the most spectacular scenery in the world. Your guide on this 5-day rifle hunt for 1 hunter is John McInnes who owns Deerbrooke Safaris and specializes in totally free-range hunts with over 34 years of hunting experience. This hunt will take place on 52,000 acres of private property in the Southern Alps. Deerbrooke Lodge has luxury accommodations with en-suite rooms and wireless internet. All transportation, food, accommodations, and field dressing of skins or capes are included. You may upgrade your hunt to also include the spectacular red stag, chamois, fallow buck, sheep, and small game per price list. Schedule this hunt with the outfitter for your hunt in 2018 or 2019. We thank Deerbrooke Safaris for this 100% donation! VALUE: $5,500 | www.deerbrookesafaris.co.nz
Hunting
STRYKER OFFSPRING CROSSBOW
Donated by Long Range Archery, this crossbow is a hard-hitting powerhouse combining the best of both the compound and recurve crossbow worlds, the Stryker® Offspring Crossbow delivers big performance to hunters. Combining an accessory-ready Excalibur Stock with a Stryker front end, this crossbow brings Excalibur control and feel into the world of the compound crossbow. This powerful hunter launches 20" bolts into game at a blistering 360 fps. Compact package measures just 37.5" long and 20" axle-to-axle, which along with its ergonomic grip stock, makes the Offspring extremely easy to handle. Draw weight: 150 lbs. Power stroke: 13". Weight: 6.5 lbs. Minimum arrow weight: 350 grains. Powerful crossbow package comes equipped with a Dead-Zone scope, ADF scope mount and rings, 4-arrow quiver and bracket, 3 Octane Accustrike carbon arrows, three 100 grain field points, rope cocking aid, and instruction manual. Excalibur performance with compound bow front end technology. • Powerful - 360 fps • Rope cocking system - 150 lb draw weight • Lightweight 6.5 lbs. • Package includes scope, scope mount and rings, 4-arrow quiver and mount, 3 carbon arrows, three 100 grain field points, rope cocking aid, and manual • Arrow Length: 20" • Min. Arrow Weight: 350 grains. They have also thrown in a set of G5 T3 broadheads. Stop by and visit Dustin at his booth at the Fundraiser. Online bidder is responsible for all shipping costs.We thank Long Range Archery for this 100% donation! VALUE: $850 | www.longrangearchery.com
Hunting
7 MOUNTAIN LION HUNT FOR 1 HUNTER - WYOMING
Repeat donor, Justin Wright, of Muleshoe Outfitters, is donating a 7-day Mountain Lion hunt for 1 hunter in Pinedale, Wyoming, for open dates in 2017 or 2018. This is a 1-on-1 hunt. Method of take is hunter’s choice: rifle, bow, muzzleloader, or handgun. Muleshoe Outfitters is one of the premier mountain lion outfitters in the United States. Nearly each year they place one or two of the top three lions in Wyoming and they have a very high success rate. Lion hunting will be conducted with their own hounds, which they raise and train. You will travel out of first-class accommodations via snow machines or trucks. The trophy fee is included; however, a license must be purchased over-the-counter upon arrival. This hunt can be upgraded to include a bobcat for an additional $500. VALUE: $6,800 | www.muleshoeoutfitters.com
Hunting
5 DAY RED LETCHWE, COMMON REEDBUCK, BLESBUCK, IMPALA FOR 2 HUNTERS/2 OBSERVERS IN SOUTH AFRICA
After 17 consecutive years, Matwetwe Safaris has again anchored its relationship with the Michigan Chapter. This year’s very unique donation is a 5-day Red Letchwe and Common Reedbuck hunt. Included are all daily fees for 5 days of hunting for 2 hunters and 2 non-hunters. Also included are the trophy fees for 1 Red Letchwe, 1 Common Reedbuck, 1 Blesbuck, and 1 Impala. Field preparation and trophy transport to shipper is included. Hunt will take place on the Matwetwe Safari concession area in the Free State Province of South Africa, as well as the Limpopo Province in 2017 or 2018. Not included are the airfare, taxidermy, and pick-up from the airport ($300 per group of 4, per trip). Hunt can be upgraded per price list. VALUE: $12,700 | www.info@matwetwesafaris.com
Hunting
3 DAY HUNTER'S CHOICE FOR TWO HUNTERS: MOUFLON, AXIS, OR BLACKBUCK - MERTZON, WEST TEXAS
Rancho Vedado is the perfect getaway located in Irion County Mertzon, Texas, which is situated in the heart of west Texas brush country. This area also provides some of the finest free-range whitetail and Rio Grande Turkey hunting you will find anywhere. Success rates on whitetail and turkey is 90% or better. If you are interested in this type of hunt, you will need to plan early. These are popular hunts, and tend to get booked up well in advance. Any travel expenses to and from the ranch are the hunter(s) responsibility. Access to the ranch is easy, so the hunter's regular driving vehicle will be sufficient. OR IF THE PARTY IS FLYING, probably the easiest route to the ranch would be to fly to Midland or San Angelo, Texas and rent a car. The ranch is 45 minutes south of San Angelo. Shuttle service is also available from the airport in San Angelo ($50 round trip for 2) and from Midland Airport ($150 round trip for 2). Hunt can be taken with weapon of choice. Each hunter can pick a Mouflon, Axis Deer or Blackbuck Antelope. If blood is drawn, it is considered a kill, and the hunt is over. We will do everything we can to help locate a wounded animal. Hunter can elect to continue his/her hunt at normal list pricing. Hunters should note that the exotic hunting is not a “canned” hunt. Hunting is on the rugged part of the ranch known as the badlands. Hilly, very rocky, arroyos, and covered with cactus and thick brush, this terrain offers many places for animals to hide. Hunting is from strategically placed blinds on hilltops or over feeders and waterholes. The hunts dates are from May 2017 to October 2017 and include a full 3 days of hunting. This is a 2x1 guided hunt. Our mouflon and blackbuck are above average to exceptional quality trophies. Just ask some of our recent hunters, and check out our photos. This hunt can be upgraded to include a Scimitar Oryx per price list. Hunter will need to purchase a 5-day OTC hunting non-resident special license ($48). Field preparation (skin/cape) are included. Trophies can be taken to a local taxidermist for processing or bring your own coolers and take your trophy when you leave. Accommodations and meals are included in a great lodge with an “Old West” style and a great view. You can also enjoy billiards, horseshoes, big screen TV, campfire pit, and target range. If you haven't been to this part of the country, you need to come. VALUE: $5,000 | www.ranchovedado.com
Hunting
KYMCO OFF-ROAD ATV
For the outdoorsman or entrepreneur looking for versatility in an economical ATV, KYMCO’s new MXU 270 is the perfect fit. Donated by Village Motorsports, the vehicle has a 500-pound towing capacity, the MXU 270 is great for getting your stuff from here to there and everywhere. A 270cc liquid-cooled, carbureted 4-stroke engine, and 2-wheel drive automatic CVT transmission with F-N-R selection. It has a dependable shaft drive, dual A-arm front and swing arm rear suspension, preload adjustable shocks, dual-disc front and single-disc rear brakes, 22-inch tires, multi-function digital instrument display, and cargo racks both front and back. This 2017 ATV is blue and black. This ATV is a lightweight utility vehicle with heavy weight fun! Online bidder is responsible for all shipping costs and taxes. The winning bidder will also be responsible for taxes, title and registration - to be paid to the Chapter in the amount of $414.24 in addition to winning bid. If you are at our fundraiser, check out this ATV on display here. VALUE: $4500 | www.villagemotorsports.net
Hunting
2 DAY AXIS DEER FOR 1 HUNTER/I OBSERVER - MORANI RIVER RANCH - TEXAS
New donor, Morani River Ranch, is donating a 2-day Axis Deer hunt for 1 hunter and 1 non-hunter. Included are accommodations and meals at their 5-star ranch. This 1-on-1 hunt takes place on the Morani River Ranch property in Unalde, Texas, and the axis deer you will be hunting will be the best available buck that we can find on the property. This ranch boasts over 70 additional species that can be added per price list. Field and trophy preparation are also included. The hunter will need to purchase an over-the- counter $48 Texas license. We thank Morani River Ranch for this 100% donation! VALUE: $5,080 | www.moraniriver.com
Hunting
5 DAY FREE RANGE AOUDAD FOR 1 HUNTER - NEW MEXICO
Repeat donor, Vince Virgil of New Mexico Hunting Adventures, is donating a 5-day free-range Aoudad 2x1 rifle hunt for 1 hunter in February 2018. The hunter will enjoy hunting on a 100,000 acre ranch that has some of the best habitat for free-ranging aoudad. This package includes field and trophy preparation, trophy fees, and transportation during the hunt. Hunter is responsible for lodging and food. All licenses are over-the-counter and the hunter is responsible for the $1000 trespass fee. The ranch has been managed for high populations of sheep, which allows for the opportunity to harvest a trophy ram between 25-30 inches. Our success rates are very high on these hunts due to good management strategies. Hunting techniques are spot-and-stalk, as well as blinds at waterholes. Additional hunters are welcome. VALUE: $4,500 | www.nmhuntingadventures.com
Hunting
LIFE MEMBERSHIP FOR SCI AND THE MICHIGAN CHAPTER
Do you know when your memberships are up for renewal? Is my membership due? 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! We thank SCI and the MI Chapter for this 100% donation! VALUE: $1,800
Hunting
2 DAY TROPHY WHITETAIL, 170 CLASS - LUTHER, MICHIGAN
Chapter member Chris Ortwein and Dave and D.J. Brask of The L-4 Ranch are generously donating a hunt for a trophy whitetail deer of 170 class on their property in Luther, Michigan, a short 90 minutes north of Grand Rapids. The hunter will stay in a comfortable and very modern hunting lodge and enjoy a 2-day hunt. They have created one of the largest game ranches in the Lower Peninsula over the past six years. This is a private facility with only top quality animals and fair chase hunting in mind, as the property encompasses 3000 contiguous acres, which provides a really fantastic hunting experience. The majority of the property consists of mature hardwoods and rolling hills. Chris has a 4-wheel drive vehicle to access many, many miles of trails. Chris, who has intimate knowledge of this beautiful and expansive property, will be your guide on this spot & stalk hunt. Large fields are also on the property for spotting that “special” whitetail. This hunt can be upgraded to include trophy whitetail (250 inches), and additional hunters. This hunt can be scheduled in September or October, 2017. This is a highly coveted hunt and opportunity of a lifetime for one lucky bidder! VALUE: $4,999 | chris@chrisortwein.com
SCI Michigan Chapter Banquet Auction
Hunting
7 DAY CAPE BUFFALO FOR ONE HUNTER - NW SOUTH AFRICA
This is a one-on-one hunt for one hunter. Enjoy an adventurous 7-day hunt to the Northwest Province of South Africa. Repeat donor, Jacques Senekai of Africa Maximum Safaris, is donating this fantastic, rifle only, Cape Buffalo hunt. The minimum caliber is .375 or larger, for hunting this dangerous game. You can expect to take a Dugga boy that is hard bossed. This hunt can be taken from April 1 through November 30, 2017 only. Included are trophy fees for the buffalo, accommodations, meals, guide services, field preparation, and all transportation during the hunt. This outfitter boasts 36 game species so the hunt can be upgraded to include additional animals and days per price list. Arrival and departure is from Johannesburg SA. For more details and other hunts offered by African Maximum see Jacques at his booth at the Fundraiser. VALUE: $16,890 | www.africamaximum.com
Hunting
14kt Yellow Gold Pendant
Erwin Diamond Company has donated this 14kt yellow gold pendant which contains one round 8mm high lustrous AAA quality cultured pearl, and 3 spectacularly brilliant Erwin IDEAL-cut diamonds with total diamond weight of one quarter caret. Pendant glimmers and shimmers on an 18-inch 1.5mm solid yellow gold high polished octagonal necklace with lobster claw clasp. Online bidder is responsible for all shipping costs. VALUE: $1,375 | chris@erwindiamond.com