Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Maryland Chapter

Exciting Merchandise for the 2008 Banquet

We have just introduced a truly exclusive auction item for the Maryland Chapter banquet, an Ataya Wildlife Management Unit either sex Kentucky Elk Tag! This tag is only one of eight that are being sold by the RMEF nationwide and can be used on the 56,000-acre Ataya Wildlife Management Area in Harlan, Bell or Leslie Counties. The bull elk firearms season is from October 4th through October 10th 2008. Hunting on the Ataya is as good as anywhere in the state and the success rate of these tags has been 100%. While there is not an opportunity to bring an additional hunter since this tag is very limited and exclusive, you may bring someone to accompany you on this hunt. The winner of the tag can hunt alone or use RMEF volunteers as guides. KY RMEF volunteers will have a wall-tent camp set up within the property and they will provide guiding for your hunt, assistance with elk retrieval, sleeping and cooking facilities. These tags have sold for as much as $15,500 in the past. The enclosed photos are Kentucky elk taken last year and there are several bulls on this property that will score well over 350 Boone and Crocket.
2007 371" bull, shot in Bell County, KY This Utah born elk was one of the first released in KY!	2007 7x7 bull shot in Harlan County, KY
Wyoming Mountain Lion Hunt with Savery Creek Outfitters - This incredible 4 day Wyoming Mountain Lion hunt includes room and board near Rawlins, WY. You will be guided by Mike Cuin, RMEF Wyoming State Chair who trains his own excellent kennel of tracking dogs and knows the area like the back of his hand. Mike has achieved near 100% success on his cat hunts (100% 2006, 99% 2007). You will be hunting rugged terrain near the Wyoming/Colorado border. Mike says that hunters should be in fairly good shape as the amount of walking depends on where the cat goes. 4-5 mile hikes are possible. 100% of the proceeds of this hunt will benefit the RMEF. Minimum bid required.

 5day/4night stay to be scheduled from date of auction through November 16, 2009 for up to 15 people, room for 20 with kids . - additional nights can be purchased. Please call for available dates.

Discover your private Montana getaway - just perfect for your family reunion, wedding reception, company retreat, or a luxury base camp for your elk / deer hunting / fishing adventure, all in the solitude of the west. Enjoy world class Elk Hunting and Fly Fishing at Montana Sunrise Lodge. Great mountain biking, hiking, snowmobiling, both downhill and cross-country skiing and just about every type of outdoor recreation one can think of is available right out the front door of this incredible vacation getaway. The pristine Lewis and Clark National Forest borders the property at the end of a private road with access to over 2 million acres of public land for hunting/fishing/etc. Plan your vacation, family reunion, wedding reception or corporate seminar / retreat at one of Montana's Premium Vacation Rentals. Information on local Elk & Deer Hunting Guides as well as Fishing Guides or most any activity can be provided upon request.

* Sleeping for 15 adults, with room for 20 with kids
* Large gourmet kitchen with all the modern appliances
* 7 Spacious bedrooms and a large living area
* Four bathrooms - 1 private, 3 shared
* Seating at 3 dining tables with room for up to 20
* Comfortable beds - clean linens - housekeeping available
* Grocery stocking and trip planning available
* Wood stove with full supply of split wood for use
* Satellite TV and 100 free movies
* Travel books from around the world
* Deck w/ gas grill to prepare all your favorites
For more information, go to www.montanasunriselodge.com

Trophy Black Bear, Wolf and Fishing Combo for Fall 2008 or Fall 2009. in Manitoba, Canada from Agassiz-Waterhen River Lodge and Outfitters. ... This is a 6 day hunt and occurs on an area over 3,000 square miles, with most areas never being hunted. Every year bears over 21" B&C and over 650 pounds are harvested due to the vast wilderness in this area and low to no pressure! A big plus to hunting in Manitoba is the ability to take a wolf on any big game tag. References available.

“Fully Guided” Elk Hunt, One hunter, Archery, 7 days, Guided Montana Elk Hunt donated by Billingsley Ranch/Outfitters ….The winning bidder will enjoy a 7 day Bull Elk Hunt in Northeastern Montana hunting with Jack and Andie Billingsley of Billingsley Ranch Outfitters. This an Archery hunt for 2009 or until drawn. and their clients are always amazed at the numbers and quality of game that abound in their area. This “Top Notch” archery elk hunt takes place on public land in the Missouri River Break which tend to produce some of the biggest bulls in the state. This area offers superb “Pope & Young” class bulls and this hunt includes lodging, meals and transportation from the Glasgow airport. The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation is proud to call the Billingsley Ranch Outfitters an active donor and supporter. Please see the Live auction poster for pictures and testimonials from other hunters. This is a draw hunt but can be upgraded for a private land hunt.

“Fully Guided” Jackson Hole Wyoming Mule Deer or Elk Hunt, One Hunter, Archery or Rifle, in area 152 or 153, 7 days, for 2009 or until drawn. donated by George Herold of Star Valley Outfitters of Waynesboro, Pennsvlvania …Be ready for the hunt of a lifetime as George Herold proudly boasts. As you glass for Monster Mulies, you spot him down in the rimrock basin! Star Valley says it will be hunt that start your heart pounding and open all your senses. Star Valley Outfitters will astound you with their level of experience, quality of animals, service and hospitality. The camp is located 25 miles inside the Bridger-Teton National Forest, 60 miles from Jackson Hole. This area is well known for World Class Monster Mulies. When you’re looking for a Record Book Hunt with the best Mule Deer Outfitter, you have found it in Star Valley Outfitters!!!

"Trophy Mouse Safari, Photo's Only"...All Inclusive ..Fully donated by Life Members Jim and Jo-Ann Evans...6 days in Orlando, Florida in a luxurious five bedroom villa with private, enclosed swimming pool. There home is situated in a private community of prestigious homes surrounded by orange groves, lakes and conservation areas, yet within 10 miles of the gateway to the Walt Disney World and a little over an hour to the splendid beaches of the gulf coast. This beautiful home sleeps up to ten guests with five spacious bedrooms. Either go to Disney or stay in and relax in your private pool... all courtesy of Jim and Jo-Ann Evans and the Maryland Chapter of the RMEF!!! Go to the following website for a virtual tour of this beautiful villa.
http://www.vr360.net/homes/1206gcc

Semi-Guided 4 Day Fulton County Illinois Trophy Whitetail Shotgun/Muzzleloader Hunt fully donated by Timberland Outfitters.....  Fulton County is the number #1 county in Illinois
for Boone & Crockett whitetails.  When you think of monster Whitetail bucks, Fulton County, Illinois is the place to be.  This semi-guided hunt during the rut includes both a buck and a doe and all your meals (breakfast, sack lunch and dinner), lodging, guide fees, exclusive use of private leases, aerial maps of leases to be hunted, pre-scouted tree stand locations with pre-set tree stands, all day communication with guide, deer extraction from the field, trophy preparation, and cold storage for harvested deer.  This hunt is a 4 day shotgun or muzzleloader hunt to be conducted December 3-6, 2009.  Ben has generously added that if the hunter is not successful, the tag is also good for the next muzzleloader only season which will be held on December 11-13, 2009.  Timberland Outfitters maintains a 130 P&Y score minimum for all of its properties.
Timberland Outfitters has been in business for 7 years. Many thanks to Ben Plattner for this 100% donated hunt. Travel during the hunt is not included. 

One Day Puerto Vallarta, Mexico Deep Sea Sail Fishing Charter for 4 Aboard the Carolina...
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1 Day Puerto Vallarta, Mexico Deep Sea Sail Fishing Charter for 4 aboard the Carolina... This auction item includes an 8 hour charter for 4 people aboard the Carolina, fishing for Sail fish, Dorado, Tuna, Red Snapper, Rooster, and Marlin depending on the time of year and is good for 2008 or 2009. The Carolina fishes out of Los Peines Pier, in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. The owner has 20 years of fishing experience, an excellent Captain and Crew and the quality of the fishing is awesome! For more information please talk to committee members Gerry and Penny Skaw who honeymooned in Mexico and fished aboard the Carolina bringing home the 9 foot Sailfish in the banquet hall today.

4 - Person Pheasant Hunt in Gregory, South Dakota donated by RCA Hunting Service and German Shorthair Service.... This is a two day Pheasant hunt for four people on a private 2,000 acre ranch in the "Pheasant Capital of the World" for any dates in December 2008. The hunt includes 6 birds per person, comfortable lodging for 2 days and 3 nights, all meals, bird processing and freezing, transportation to/from the field, and transportation from Sioux Falls, SD airport. The package may be upgraded to add additional days and additional hunters up to 14 total hunters. Craig has over 12 years guiding experience and trains his own dogs. He has hunted with several RMEF employees and members who reported this hunt as being awesome!

African Safari Hunt of a Lifetime for 10 Days and 2 Hunters donated by Dumukwa Safari's.... This awesome hunt includes 6 animals, 3 for each hunter and is donated by Berthus and Elene Gerhardt. You will spend 10 magical days under African Skies in the Northern Province of South Africa. Dumukwa Lodge is built on the banks of the Limpopo River overlooking the country of Botswana. Accommodations will be in modern thatch roof chalets with en-suite bathrooms. The hunt includes all accommodations, meals, and beverages, daily laundry, professional hunter with a team of skinners and trackers, transport by fully equipped 4x4 vehicles, airport pick-up, drop off, and all transportation during the safari. The animals included in the package for each hunter include 2 Impala and 2 Warthogs. Additional game can be added at trophy fees of the scheduled year. This hunt is valid for the year of 2009 or 20010. Minimum bid required. For more information, visit www.dumukwa.com

Wild Sika Deer Archery Hunt for 3 days with Muddy Marsh Outfitters in Dorchester County Maryland..... When it comes to hunting Sika Deer, no one knows it, or does it better than T.J. Jenkins at Muddy Marsh Outfitters. T.J. has donated to us for many years and is a great friend to the RMEF and the Maryland Chapter and is with us here today. This is a 3 day archery hunt for one person that includes accommodations and transportation during the hunt. Many dates are available and the hunt is good for 2008 or 2009. Don't miss out on this awesome opportunity to hunt Maryland's very own "little" elk.

3 Day Pennsylvania Spring Gobbler Turkey Hunt with Full Fan Lodge, Montrose, PA..... This Spring Gobbler hunt includes three days of hunting and two nights lodging. They own and operate their own lodge with comfortable rooms and hearty meals, set in a pleasant hunting lodge atmosphere. Food and transportation is included during your stay. All hunting is conducted on private property that is either owned or leased by Full Fan Lodge. Hunters will be guided "1 on 1" and guides are all experienced turkey hunters and excellent turkey callers. Success averages approximately 75% on kills and 95% on opportunity. This hunt is for one hunter and one turkey. Upgrades are available for more hunters, more days, or more turkeys.

Captain Bob Jobes Limited edition hand carved decoy collection with Cabinet...Ladies and Gentlemen this is a "One of a kind" collection of Jobes Decoys. These decoys were specially carved and detailed for the Maryland Chapter by one of best supporters, Captain Bob Jobes. Bobby handcrafted these ten (10) drakes. Furthermore, the decoys are also numbered sequentially showing their value as part of a set; the Maryland Chapter Jobes Decoys Collection. Captain Bob also noted that he has never done a set like this and of this caliber except for the Maryland Chapter. Each decoy is autographed by Bob Jobes himself. Bob was born and raised in the "decoy capital of the world," Havre De Grace, MD and grew up under the wing of Captain Harry Jobes, also a famed decoy carver from Havre De Grace.

Pintail Drake End Table - donated by Tim & Christy Martin of Martin's Taxidermy Studio and Wildlife Artistry, Boonsboro, Maryland. The Pintail Drake in this mount is a pen raised bird, however, the beauty of this piece of art is incredible. This Pintail Drake water scene was Tim's idea based on his love and knowledge of waterfowl and beauty of the Pintail. Tim & Christy pride themselves in knowing that their work stands out from a crowd and you will surely see it when you look into the eyes of the Pintail displayed before you today. Thank you Tim and Christy for your unending support for our chapter!!!

Guided Goose Hunt for 4 in Maryland's beautiful and Canadian Goose Laden Kent County with Quaker Neck Gun Club Inc. - This awesome one day hunt for four hunters will be conducted in Chestertown, Maryland, and includes lodging the night before the hunt. This hunt is donated by Tyler Johnson, president of the Maryland Outfitters and Guides Association, owner of Quaker Neck Gun Club Inc., and a licensed guide with over 25 years experience. Even better, Tyler is with us today so seek him out and thank him for his donation.

Weekend stay for up to 12 people at RMEF's Elk Mountain Homestead. 3 bedrooms - 1 has 6 beds, 1 has 2 beds and 1 has 1 bed. Fully renovated and very private farmhouse with lots of elk on the property. This weekend is in the height of the bugle and all weekends are completely booked for the year. This is the only opportunity to have this unique experience. There is a nearby barn with 2 Clydesdales and a viewing platform on a silo that was sponsored by MD Chapters.
Additional information and photos about the homestead can be found on www.PennsylvaniaRMEF.org.

The dates will be Friday, October 3rd through Sunday October 5th, 2008. This will be sold only as a Friday-Sunday w/o additional days added. Since all weekends will be booked for the year - there is not an opportunity to switch dates.

New item - Maryland Pheasant and Quail hunt for 4 hunters by Verdant Valley Farms, LLC. - This 4-person hunt is conducted in beautiful Monkton, MD and fully donated by Jim Franzoni. Whether you prefer a morning or afternoon hunt, start your day by practicing on our Sporting Clays Range upon your arrival. The sporting clays will be ready for you to use. Once completed, you will begin your guided hunt, along with dogs for pheasant and quail on our sprawling 225+ acre privately owned farm. After the hunt you will gather together in the hunting lodge for a delicious gourmet meal where you can relax and unwind as your guide will clean and pack your day's catch to take home.

New item - Arlen Leather Chair and Ottoman, Ebony. The RMEF has finally brought back one of the crowd favorites with the RMEF logo embroidered into the adjustable headrest. As an added incentive to the winning bidder, we bring the chair to your location for you to relax and enjoy the rest of the banquet. In addition, one of our loyal Maryland Chapter Committee Members will be at your side to provide you all the liquid beverages you desire! Now that's what I call service!

Custom made Wilderness Trail Knife with custom Osage Orange handle made and donated by master knife maker Scott Gossman, Gossman Knives. The blade on this awesome knife is made of 154CM stainless steel and was handcrafted along with the Osage Orange handle and kydex sheath by Scott Gossman specifically for our banquet.  The knife is 8" overall with a 3 3/4" blade that is 1/8" thick and 1" wide.  The pins in the knife are stainless stell, and it also has a brass lined lanyard whole.  Scott is a long time donor to the chapter. His knives are so sought after that his waiting list is currently over 14 months. Thank you again Scott for this full donation!

New item - Professional Bull Riders Deluxe Finals Las Vegas Vacation Package. This outstanding package was put together by new RMEF CEO David Allen who worked with the PBR Association for many years. This package includes 3 Nights accommodations at the Orleans (check in 10/31/08, check out 11/3/08), 2 tickets to each Built Ford Tough Finals (10/31, 11/1, and 11/2), 2 VIP pre-party passes to each performance, 2 VIP lunch passes, meet and greet, and PBR merchandise (hats, shirts, and more!)! All proceeds benefit the RMEF and this promotion is referred to as Cowboys for Conservation! Need I say more?

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