MARCH, 2013 C h a l l e n g e T h e O u t d o o r s , I n c .
A NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO SERVING THE RECREATIONAL NEEDS AND DESIRES OF THE PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED SPORTSPERSON
Reflections of the President— Keith Pamperin
This is It ….Now is the time for all Challenge the Outdoors members and supporters to pull together and make our April 6th 2013 Sporting Clays Fund Raiser Shoot and Raffle at J & H Game Farm & Hunt Club our biggest and best ever! If Challenge the Outdoors Inc. is to continue to provide outdoor hunting, shooting, fishing, sailing, bowling and social opportunities for our disabled members and friends, we need to make our primary revenue producing event the 2013 Sporting Clays Shoot.
Last year we were slightly down on shooter registrations for the event but fortunately we had an increase in raffle sales. Everyone knows this is one of the fun events of the year, good competitive shooting, great food and outstanding raffle prizes including guns, fishing rods and reels and a variety of sporting goods. We need all CTO members and supporters to solicit cash donations, raffle prizes and door prizes. Raffle tickets and posters will be available soon. I am asking that you get posters and raffle tickets out to your church groups, Barber and Hair Salons, Sportsman Clubs and retail stores. This year we want you to use your social media skills to promote the CTO Sporting Clays Shoot and raffle ticket sales.
Use e-mail, Facebook, LinkedIn and any other media to invite your friends and family to join us at the shoot. And remember you cannot win unless you buy raffle tickets!
For more information, posters or raffle tickets call Jean Chapman, 920 525 1123, Steve Lang 920 948 4847 If you know of someone or a business that may be interested in making a contribution or raffle prize donation please have them contact one of the above or me, Keith A. Pamperin, President, 920 494 3990, kjpam- perin@aol.com
Winter Ice Chasing Rainbows Date and Location Finalized
The Winter version of Chasing Rainbows will be held at the Wings Over Wisconsin Fishing Ponds a few miles east of Green Bay on Highway 29. The event is sent for Saturday, March 2nd, 2013 and is co-sponsored by Wings Over Wisconsin and Challenge the Outdoors.
We will ice fish the pond that we stocked last Fall with about 400 trout. We estimated that we caught about 100 trout at our Fall event. In addition, the pond is stocked with perch and bluegills which can also be kept. There will be a 5 trout per person limit.
The event will start at 8:30 am and run approximately until 2:00 PM. Bring your own lunch. We will provide bait and some extra fishing gear for those of you who do not have any. During a brief prefish in January, trout were all caught on wax worms and tiny tear drop jigs. But, we will also provide minnows. We will also have a bonfire and hot chocolate. No sign up or pre-registration is required.
Here are driving directions: For those of you with a Garmin or other type of dashboard GPS the address is: 5399 Kewaunee Road or 5399 State Trunk Highway, Denmark, WI. Driving from Green Bay head south on I-43 and take the first exit past the 172 interchange. After exiting right, take a left and cross over I-43, you are now on Elm View Road. There is a Shell Gas Station at this exit. Proceed east on Elm View Road till the first stop sign and turn left. You are now on Main Street or County Trunk “R”. Go about ½ mile and turn right on State Highway 29 or otherwise known as Kewaunee Road. Drive east on Highway 29 for 5.4 miles. Turn left at the Blue and White CTO sign and follow the signs to the fishing pond located about ¼ mile north of Highway 29.
Any questions? Contact Jeff Pagels at 920-366-5731 (text or voice mail) or email at jcpagels@att.net
15th ANNUAL SPORTING CLAY BENEFIT
April 6, 2013 J&H Game Farm, Navarino
Members—the time is fast approaching for all of you to help contribute to the success of CTO as our only fundraiser of the year is our Sporting Clay Benefit on April 6, 2013. We need raffle and door prizes which we get through donations from the area (business, organization, etc), volunteers to help with set up on the day before, volunteers to help the day of the event and to help the day after. We have request forms available for your use in soliciting donations-call Jean at 920-525-2113 or e-mail at chap- jean1@yahoo.com
To volunteer or with questions also call Jean. The raffle tickets are now ready for selling and each member will receive 10 in the mail and more will be available for you to sell. Let’s make this the best year ever!! The poster is included in this newsletter with the major prizes listed.
Pictures! Nominations! Stories!
Your award committee wants to reward you for doing what you enjoy. So if you are planning some fishing, hunting or sporting clays. Please turn in your picture and details about the fish, animal or your score. Don’t forget to tell us about your experiences for the Deepdodo award, or inspirational story.
Let’s not forget about the volunteers. Tell us what the volunteers do that help out the organization. Don’t know if they are able bodied or disabled? That’s fine; we can figure that out for you. Please email the information to Cindy Mateer at mateercc@centurytel.net.
3-D ARCHERY SHOOT APRIL 13, 2013
Challenge The Outdoors is planning a Indoor 3-D archery shoot for Saturday April 13 at R&B Archery (920-213-4016). Located at: W5251 Pleasant Rd. Black Creek, WI., about 6 miles north of Appleton on Cty Hwy A turn east on Pleasant Rd. All CTO members are invited to attend. CTO will be picking up the cost of the shoot and Lunch around 1 p.m for our members. The shoot will be from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.
R&B Archery will have foam Bale targets, 3-D targets, and moving targets placed from 10 yards to 44 yards. The range at R&B Archery has excellent accessibility and a great opportunity for anyone to try their hand at archery. CTO will have adaptive equipment on hand including: crossbows, arrows, adap- tive shooting chairs and rests. Volunteers will be needed to help others on the range. Please respond by April 14th, Contact Cliff Pheifer at (715) 412-1707 or e-mail at deb57ncliff55@gmail.com.
Spring Turkey Hunt May 10-12, 2013
CTO and Shadows on The Wolf are planning a spring turkey hunt for May 10 -12, 2013 for its disabled members. Hunters will need a permit for the period E of the Wild Turkey season in zone 3. DNR appli- cation deadline is December 10, 2012, remaining permits will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis on Wednesday, March 20 at license sales locations. Lodging for the hunt will be at Christus Memorial Camp located a few miles from Clintonville. We will be accepting approximately 10 hunters and giving preference to 1st time hunters and to those who have not harvested a turkey.
Please email Cliff Pheifer at deb57ncliff55@gmail.com or call 715 412 1707 if you would like to hunt.
2013 SHAWANO LAKE FISHERY
SATURDAY JUNE 1, 2013
Many residents and fishermen know we are on Shawano Lake this one time each year. We make quite a presence at the park and boat landing in Cecil. And—being there is what it’s all about. Out- door folks sharing what we want most. Camaraderie and good will. In the past we’ve had various weather conditions. But we’ve never had a bad day. Sure we want to catch fish and we do. Folks sitting around enjoying a good meal and telling stories, mostly about fishing and the big one that got away is always a joy to hear. (By the way—it’s OK to tell tall tales on this day as long as it’s about fishing.)
There will be a Registration Form in the May 2013 newsletter that must be completed and returned by May 25th so we can be sure of enough pontoon boats for all to fish. Drive to Cecil, turn right at the lake and we are at the park and boat landing a few blocks down. Try your best to be there be- fore 8:oo a.m., have a sweet roll or donut & coffee,
Bait will be furnished. Call Jeff at 920-366-5731 or e-mail at jcpagels@att.net if you have questions
P.S. Don’t forget the Awards—be sure to have your big fish measured!
LAKE MICHIGAN SALMON FISHING EVENT
We are getting our boat captain’s boats signed up at both harbors. We will be fishing on Monday, July 1, at 4:30 a.m. at Two Rivers and 4:00 a.m. at Algoma. You should be there at least 10 minutes before, to make sure we are all boarded on time. I will send information to those that have not been on the boats and don’t know what to take and how to get there. Last year we had the best time, the King Salmon and Rainbow Trout were everywhere. We do share the fish! This way everyone gets some fish to have a delicious dinner. Last year no one had to share, they all got enough fish.
If you are interested in fishing in Lake Michigan for King Salmon and Rainbow Trout, please call me at 920-336-1934 or email me at palj22@att.net. You must be a disabled member of Challenge The Outdoors and up to date on your membership. This is a disabled person fishing event only. My name is Judy Paluch and Wayne Paluch is the person in charge of Two Rivers.
Our openings are limited to a first come basis. The latest you may sign up by is June 21. Sometimes there is a person or two that might drop out after this date; so we have a sign up list and I call to fill the openings. Our captains and their first mates are our helpers. If you can’t drive to get to the harbor, you may bring along only one helper to drive you, but they will not be fishing and have to sign up too. Both of you need a fishing license and Lake Michigan Salmon stamp, No one can go out on the boat without a license and stamp: even if you are not fishing. You also will have to be signed up ahead in order to participate. I have to assign people to boats depending on how much room I have. The captains tell me how many people they can handle, and I fill the boats that way. Don’t just show up.
In case I am not home, leave your phone number clearly and your name on my answering machine; mention that you are interested in Lake Michigan Fishing Event. I will call you back as soon as I can. Make sure that you talk to me before you plan on fishing. Speak clearly so I know who to call. We have Two Rivers and Algoma harbors and the spaces fill up quite fast. I will keep a waiting list, but best to get your name in early. It is a great day!
SPRING PHEASANT HUNT
J & H GAME FARM MARCH 10, 2013
It’s hard to believe a year has gone by since our last spring pheasant hunt, but March is just around the corner…and hopefully it will bring nice weather with it. This year’s CTO Spring Pheasant Hunt will again be held at J&H Game Farm in Navarino on Sunday, March 10 and will start at about 8 am. There always seems to be plenty of food at these events, and J&H has plenty of pheasants, but please give me a call if you plan to attend. It makes it easier to plan for everyone involved. I can be reached at 715-250-0077 or you can also email me at steve.kettenhoven@gmail.com.
Also…PLEASE REGISTER AS SOON AS YOU ARRIVE AT J&H. We want to make sure everyone gets a chance to shoot some birds and that we get you on one of the transport vehicles as soon as possible.
We try to make sure every member gets two birds to take home, but if you have to leave before the hunt is over, the birds you’ve shot will not be cleaned in time for you to take them home.
We had a great time at the fall hunt and I look forward to seeing you all in March as well.
CTO Bowling & Card Party
The first monthly CTO Bowling & Card Party took place Wednesday, February 6th at the Clinton- ville Lanes. There were only six members that attended, with five of us bowling up to three games. We all used the ramps that were recently purchased by CTO and we really had a great time. After the second game, we took a short lunch break. Wednesday is Dollar Day at Clintonville Lanes so you can get a great tasting burger, fries and soda for just three dollars.
CTO will be holding this event for the next several months on the first Wednesday of every month from noon until 4 pm. This event is open to ALL CTO members and you can choose to bowl up to three games, that will be paid for by CTO, or you can also play cards like cribbage or sheepshead. It’s a great opportunity to get together with fellow members, so come out and have some fun. Next event will be Wednesday, March 6th at noon. Hope to see you all there. If you need more info contact Steve Kettenhoven at steve.kettenhoven@gmail.com or 715-250-0077.
Bowling at Badger State Games
Steve Kettenhoven
On January 19 I had the opportunity to compete in the bowling competition at the Badger State Games at Coral Lanes in Rothschild. Before entering the games I had to establish an average by competing in a United States Bowling Congress sanctioned league. Steve Hansen from the Clintonville Lanes explained that this would require 21 games, or 7 weeks of three games per week in league play. After completing the seven week league, I had a USBC established average of 149, which put me in Division C at the Winter Games.
I didn’t bowl my best during the seeding round, but I was able to bounce back during the medal round, earning gold with a 224 game. I was using one of the Champ Ramps that CTO had pur- chased and after figuring out where I needed to deliver my ball with respect to the oil on the lanes, my ball hooked into the pocket to give me four straight strikes to start off the game. Needless to say…I was pretty excited about finishing first.
After the individual competition, I was asked by Coral Lanes to compete in a three man team event. Even though I’m always up for a challenge, I was a bit hesitant in accepting because I would be teaming up with two players I had never met. We bowled well in the qualifying round and received the top seed for the medal round. It was the exact opposite however in the gold medal match as all three of us struggled on the deteriorating oil conditions and wound up with the silver medal for team competition.
I’d like to thank CTO for their support and assistance. This was a great experience and I would highly recommend the Badger State Games to all CTO members. The games will be held again this summer and you can check out the slate of events at www.sportsinwisconsin.com.
Daytona Race Party—February 24, 2014 11.20 till Race End
.Gentleman and ladies start your engines!
You are invited to an exciting day of racing, good food and drink, raffles and silent auction, at Options to Independent Living, Daytona 500 fund raiser at Stadium View Sports Bar, Green Bay, Sunday, February 24th from 11:00 am to end of race.
The $20.00 admission gets you free appetizers, chicken buffet, soda and beer while you watch the Daytona 500 Race on Big Screens. There is a 42” TV, hotel and resort stays, autographed NFL sports memorabilia all to be won or purchased by bid. All funds go to support assistive technology and independent living skill training at Options to Independent living Inc. For tickets and information contact Calvin Richtig or Sandy Popp at Options 920 490 0500.
CHRISTMAS PARTY FUN
Written by JUDY PALUCH
Our Holiday party was held at Clintonville Bowling Lanes on Saturday, January 26th. The banquet room was big and nice sized for our group and even larger. Also the bowling alley was not hard to drive to.
We had Sloppy Joes and Ham on buns with the different dishes that each family brought as their favorite foods. What a delicious meal and, of course, there were desserts of many different kinds. We had coffee, milk, soda, and water to drink.
There were many door prizes, and Jean Chapman donated a large supply of puzzles for people to choose from. We even had puzzles left over.
Most of the people went into the bowling alley after the prizes were given out. We had 12-lanes for the bowlers and plenty of assisted bowling equipment.
We want to thank, Harland Chapman for the opening songs and Cindy Mateer played the harp for great mood music to eat by. Also we thank Karen Baehr and Rita Adamovich for the wonderful job of getting the food prepared, setting out all the side dishes, and for doing the big job of cleanup after. Steve Kettenhoven and Peter Lathrop worked out the details of the party with the owner of Clintonville Lanes. Cindy Mateer, Patrick Nieuwenhuis, and I worked on getting the prizes. Jim Adamovich sold CTO hats and shirts. We also want to thank you the members for bringing a side dish for the potluck and a non-perishable food item for a local food pantry. As you can see it takes a number of people to put the Christmas party together!
We also had people folding letters and four Cribbage players that had their own little tournament. There wasn’t enough for a real tournament, but they sure had fun. Maybe next year we can go back to having a cribbage tournament and get it started earlier.
We had a good time and if you have suggestions that you would like to have at next year’s party, please let us know. Peter Lathrop 920-982-4288 –e-mail plcaravan@yahoo.com or Judy Paluch 920-336-1934 –e-mail palj22@att.net
It is your party—Let’s have fun!
Thank You, to our volunteer members and supporters!
By: Keith Pamperin, President
As we look back on last year, the recent Holiday Party, Clintonville Lanes Bowling event, and Gamblers Game, and the schedule of events planned for disabled members for 2013, I am amazed how we have volunteer members that step up to the task to get things done.
Challenge the Outdoors Inc. does not have paid staff and everything that gets done gets done by disabled volunteer members and supporters. Sometimes members might think there is no room for them to participate, which is not the case. Remember this is your organization; we welcome your input and participation. If you would like to help with an event or serve on a committee please call me. We Need You! Keith Pamperin
15TH ANNIVERSARY SPORTING CLAY SHOOT
CHALLENGE THE OUTDOORS, INC. ANNUAL BENEFIT
C.T.O. INC. IS A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION, DEDICATED TO SERVING THE RECREATIONAL NEEDS & DESIRES OF THE PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED SPORTSPERSON
SATURDAY, APRIL 6, 2013 8:00 a.m.— 3:00 p.m.
SPONSORED BY: J&H GAME FARM—HUNT CLUB, INC.
HWY 156 2 MILES WEST OF NAVARINO 715-758-8134
FREE! ALL YOU CAN EAT! - BRATS & KRAUT, BBQ’S, BAKED BEANS, AND CHICKEN BOOYAH INCLUDED WITH YOUR ROUND OF SPORTING CLAYS
$25 / 50 TARGETS - SHOOT AGAIN FOR $15
2 COURSES 6 LEWIS CLASS PRIZES DOZENS & DOZENS OF FINE DOOR PRIZES
RAFFLE—LOOK AT THESE OPPORTUNITIES TO WIN !!!
TRI-STAR OVER/UNDER 12 GA: GRAND RIVER MARSH TURKEY CLUB, INC.
MARKESAN MOSSBERG 300 WIN MAG: TEWS TWO SPORTING GOODS, OSHKOSH
SAVAGE 270: SAFARI CLUB INTERNATIONAL
REMINGTON 870 12 GA 3”: WOLF RIVER ASPHALT, SHIOCTON
WINCHESTER BLACK SHADOW 12 GA 3”: SHIOCTON SPORTSMAN’S CLUB MOSSBERG 12 GA 3”: RIVER RAIL,SHIOCTON
HENRY LEVER ACTION .22LR: SHADOWS ON THE WOLF CVA .50 CAL BLACK POWDER: COLWITZ BP, SHIOCTON
CVA .50 CAL BLACK POWDER: SHIOCTON AREA BUSINESS LEAGUE
4 PERSON LAKE MICHIGAN CHARTER FISHING TRIP: TOY BOX CHARTERS, ROGER MEYERS
6 MAN PORTABLE ICE SHACK: HT ENTERPRISES, CAMPBELLSPORT TWO SEATED WOOD GLIDER: MIKE & GORDON SHULZE, CTO SUPPORTERS
2 CAMPING WEEKENDS PLUS TUBING TRIP FOR 4: RIVER’S EDGE CAMPING RESORT, SHIOCTON
1 NIGHT STAY W/BREAKFAST: HILTON GARDEN INN, APPLETON/ KIMBERLY
ONE NIGHT STAY: COUNTRY INN & SUITES, LITTLE CHUTE
3 RODS & REELS: SHIOCTON LIONS CLUB
3 RODS & REELS: SEYMOUR LIONS CLUB
3 RODS & REELS: GRAND CHUTE LIONS CLUB
3 RODS & REELS BLACK CREEK LIONS CLUB
NUMEROUS OTHER PRIZES!!!!!!
TICKETS—1 FOR $5 / 3 FOR $10 / 10 FOR $20 AVAILABLE AT SHOOT OR CALL 920-525-1123
How do you read this newsletter?
Just send an email to Jean Chapman, chapjean1@yahoo.com asking that you be placed on the electronic subscription list. We do not sell or give away our list of names, but if that thought bothers you, you can still read the newsletters anytime online at our WEB site. Still email Jean to let her know you are reading the newsletter on our WEB site and don’t need the hard copy. Every penny saved here can be used elsewhere to help us help others enjoy the Great Outdoors. Thank You!!
REMINDER
Please check for a date on the mailing label of this newsletter. This date indicates when your dues are to be paid. Just complete the form on the last page and return with your payment.
Also—if you have a change of address and/or phone number please let us know. This will as- sure that you receive your newsletter on time.
2nd Annual Green Bay Walleye Hunt
Challenge the Outdoors is pleased to announce that we will be repeating our successful walleye hunt from last year with the help of members of the Green Bay Fire Department! Our 2nd Annual Walleye Hunt will be held Tuesday, June 4th on the Bay of Green Bay somewhere within 15 miles of the City of Green Bay. Just as last year, we will pair up a disabled fisherperson with a volunteer and his/her boat for a half day of trolling for walleye. All gear will be provided including a meal after fishing. Bring a cooler if you want to take your catch home with you. The exact landing location will be announced as we get closer to the event as the fish move around and our guides want to key in on the nearest landing to the good fishing. One thing for sure is that it will be within 15 miles of the City of Green Bay.
This event will be limited to the first 20 participants who register, so act fast if you are interested. We will be keeping a backup list in case participants drop out. Knowing this please be sure to contact me ASAP if you do register and decide later that you cannot make it, so that someone else can take advantage of the opportunity. To register for this event please call or email Calvin Richtig who is the CTO Event Coordinator for this opportunity. Calvin can be reached at 920- 393-1037 or calvinr@optionsil.org.
PLEASE COME!!
Our Challenge the Outdoors, Inc Board of Directors meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. We welcome your presence and input.
Mar 19, 2013 Muehl Public Library Seymour, WI, 7:00 p.m.
Apr 16, 2013 Muehl Public Library Seymour, WI 7:00 p.m.
If you wish to attend one of our meetings call (920) 525-1123 for a possible change in location.
NEW MEMBERS JAN—FEB 2013
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Challenge The Outdoors Incorporated Memorial Scholarship Program
Recipients: Individuals living in Brown, Calumet, Green Lake, Kewaunee, Oconto, Outagamie, Sha- wano, Waupaca, Waushara, and Winnebago counties in Wisconsin.
Eligibility: A potential recipient must be:
- An individual with physical challenges pursuing a post-secondary education
Or An non-disabled individual pursuing a post-secondary education toward a career working with persons with physical disabilities.
Award:- $500.00 payable to the Technical College or University where the recipient is enrolled.
- CTO Inc. will award one scholarship to a different recipient each calendar year.
- Scholarship is presented to the recipient at CTO’s Annual Banquet following completion of the recipient’s first year of post-secondary education.
Criteria: - High School GPA of 2.5 or above.
- Disabled applicant pursuing a post secondary education.
- Non-disabled applicant enrolled in a post-secondary degree in areas such as Speia cial Education Teacher, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Speecherapi Therapist, Recreational Therapist and other areas of study involving the physical r rehabilitation of persons with physical disabilities.
Deadline: Submit a CTO Scholarship Application and requested attachments By April 8th. Contact: CTO Secretary
Attention: Scholarship Committee
E9649 Pine Tree Lane New London, WI 54961