This time of year, is my favorite, the leaves will be changing and bow hunting will soon be upon us. To me it is a perfect reminder of the rights we are continually fighting for. Whether you are heading out west, to the duck blind, or your deer stand, there is something special about this time of year. For our family it typically means multiple generations up at the cabin- recalling hunts of yesteryear, spending time together with friends and family sharing memories and stories, enjoying the great outdoors, cutting wood, and scoping out meat for the freezer or the buck of your dreams.
I love when SCI members reach out to me with pictures and stories of their hunts. It is so nice to see the excitement and hear about their hunting journeys (whether big or small) as most of you can probably relate. The more involved I have gotten in SCI, the more people I have met with similar interests, and the friendships I have made through SCI are such a blessing.
The past few months have been active ones for our chapter. We have gotten a few bigger grant requests that we were happy to be able to fulfill. Just a few recent ones that come to mind - Shadows on the Wolf asked for a donation for a firearm for their Ruff Fish Tournament (a major fundraiser to help support their educational center), a group that volunteers that put on Hunter Safety classes asked for some help in purchasing a gun safe, and Oconto trap team was looking for sponsorship for a trailer. By helping these groups we are able to help raise awareness of our mission of promoting hunting and wildlife conservation and what better way than to help prepare and encourage future hunters.
Behind the scenes, at our board meetings, we’ve already begun planning Wisconsin State Hunting and Fishing Expo and our Banquet. It is promising to be a good time and will sneak up on us before we know it! Mark your calendars for February 27-28 & March 1 at the Resch EXPO Center in Green Bay, WI. Our banquet and auction will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Stadium View in Green Bay.
Wishing you all a safe and memorable hunting season filled with bountiful game, great companions, and straight shooting!
