January Newsletter

With the hunting season nearing a close and two months left of old man winter in our face, I hope everyone had a successful season. Whether you shot the buck of your dreams or you are still looking to fill your first doe tag, I hope you have had a great time hunting game, sharing the campfire, or just spending your time in the out of doors. For most of us archery is our passion and our link to the outdoors. We feel a need to pass it to the next generation, to secure the future of our way of life. Archers seem to be the avid ones still out enjoying wildlife! We live the outdoors in one way or another with bow in hand. Our history is full of giving back to the community. Archery is the link that introduces others to a great way of life. If we want to pass it on to the next generation we need to adapt to the changing times and take the time to introduce as many people as possible to our sport.

Our club is going to meet this challenge. Step one is a big one and will be addressed as soon as the snow melts, if not sooner! Our grounds are going through a change to make the club more neighbor-friendly and also taking full advantage of the property not being used. With some work our trails will be more user-friendly and esthetically pleasing.

Step two is advertising. We will be going to great lengths to rejuvenate club interest and increase our membership. I hope to see everyone as part of the future Geauga Bowmen this coming season. We are only as strong as our membership. Hope to see you again this season!

Mike

Dates to remember:

The Sports Show at the Great lakes Expo Center is February 25th-26th-27th. Volunteers are needed. We will be running the range and booth.

The Game Dinner is March 5. This year's Game Dinner will once again be held at the Rookery's Blue Heron Lodge on Saturday, March 5th. Arrival time is 3 o'clock. If you're not familiar with the game tasting dinner, let me start by saying we bring many other dishes, not just wild game. Last year we even had KFC and pizza. Pop, coffee, plates, napkins, and utensils will be provided. Members, bring a covered dish to share  wild game, side dish, or dessert. You choose. We would like to see some pictures and hear some stories about what you've been up to the last few months. Call me for info.

OBA Banquet: February 11-12-13

Great Ohio Squirrel Hunt: February 19-20

Carp Tournament: May 7

Turkey Shoot: April 9-10