Well, Wisconsin bow hunting is underway. The weather feels a bit more like summer than hunting season but it still feels good to be out in the woods just relaxing and enjoying nature. Truth be told, I enjoy the late season better (when all the little blood sucking mosquitoes have gone to sleep for the year!) As you spend time in the woods- be safe, good luck, and create all those memories!!
We went to the Wisconsin Waterfowl Association Expo in Oshkosh a few weeks ago and had a great time. They seemed to have a really good turnout and next year it will be a two day event. At the event we were able to talk with so many people and it was a new experience for us. Brythe (my husband) and I had been talking and it is important to support other hunting events and learn about their organizations, too. After all, our mission at SCI is broad and covers all hunting. We are in this together and we are fighting to protect and promote hunting rights. The more we work together, the stronger we will be!
Speaking of working together, I know we are all aware that there is an upcoming election. One thing that I didn’t realize, “10 million gun owners and hunters in the United States are not registered to vote” (according to an article in NRA- American Hunter- from August 21, 2024 and Vote4America data). While I have always considered voting an American right, privilege, and our civil duty. The older I get the more I understand and appreciate just how important it is. Not just the act of voting but the research and “knowing who and why” they are getting your vote. If you haven’t voted or aren’t sure if it is worth it- I encourage you to research (not just watch the ads).. know your candidate, where they stand on the issues that matter most to you, and take to time to proudly let your voice be heard. Encourage those around you to do the same. We live in the greatest country in the world and s hould never take that for granted. Take the time, make it a priority!
Northeast Wisconsin Chapter of SCI has some events coming up. We have our member meetings/dinner/member presentations located on our website WWW.NEWSCI.ORG under membership. We also have a Facebook page Northeast Wisconsin Chapter SCI. I invite you to follow for information on upcoming events. On November 13, 2024, Kristine and Gary Borkowski will take us on an amazing adventure as they relive a Montana hunt at Holidays Pub & Grill (3950 N. Richmond Street Appleton) cocktails at 6 pm and dinner at 7pm price is $25 per person. Please text or call your RSVP (name and how many will be attending) to Kathryn Thede 920-450-0765. We would love to have you join us!!
We are starting something new and doing a spotlight on a board member so that YOU can get to know US! This month’s spotlight shines brightly on Samantha LaCourt. We appreciate her ideas and all she does for our chapter.
“My name is Sami LaCourt. I have been involved with SCI since I was a little girl attending the Expo, meetings, and banquets with my day and of course, entering the trophy competitions. In 2022, my husband and I were voted on the board. Since becoming a board member, I have taken over Sables for our chapter. In Wisconsin, my favorite animal to hunt is turkey but for me, nothing beats an African Safari. Hunting and the outdoors are my passion but the best part of my life is my daughter who keeps me on my toes. My husband and I can’t wait to take our daughter on her first hunt as she already can’t get enough of the outdoors and the animals in our trophy room. SCI is important to me because they fight for hunters’ rights. With all the changes in the world having them advocate for us is more important than ever!”
