Massachusetts Bow Hunters Association

Here is the full Auction/Raffle Item List as gone to print. More may be added at banquet.

Posted by president on March 9th, 2013

Massachusetts Bowhunters Association
Awards Banquet
March 9, 2013
Occupancy 220 people including vendors.
Winners of any bids/hunts must be an MBA member. If not, membership must be paid tonight.
DOOR PRIZE: Only paying guests are eligible for the door prize. (no vendors).
HUNT RAFFLES: $10/ticket, maximum 220 tickets sold/hunt. You may purchase more than one ticket per hunt, but you must go to the end of the line after each purchase to allow everyone in line to have a chance to buy a ticket. At that time you may buy one ticket again. This can be repeated until all tickets are sold. Vendors are welcome to purchase raffle tickets.
~ Auction and Raffle Items ~

1. WHITETAIL HUNT with Backwoods Whitetails Outfitters, Illinois – Value $1700
Seven (7) day guided pre rut whitetail hunt October 6-12, 2013. All hunts are conducted on privately leased farms in Fulton County of West Central Illinois. 100% wild and fair chase hunt. No fines, no fees and no minimums! You have freedom to move on your own to succeed with the full assistance of a guide. Average annual overall success rates from 55 – 68%. Hunters can start from our preset stands but will need to bring a self-climber, a portable lock on stand with climbing stick, a ladder stand or ground blind. Lodging and meals included for just the winner. Transportation to stands is on your own. Winner must bring at least one full paying guest at $1700. Winner has the option of changing this to a hunt of equal value or can upgrade to a PEAK RUT bow, firearm or muzzleloader hunt by simply paying the difference in hunt costs. Crossbows are now being made available in IL. PLEASE…call or email for full details and restrictions. All upgrade dates & options are subject to availability. Archery Tag-$411, Firearm Tag-$300, NR Annual Hunting License- Archery $57.75, Five Day NR hunting license-Firearm $35.75, IL State Habitat Stamp $5.50, Trophy & Meat Care-$200/animal.
Backwoods Whitetails Outfitters – Brett Homer
PO Box 372, (240 West Main St), Ipava, IL 61441
Brett Homer: 309-224-2853
Email: info@backwoodswhitetails.com
Website: www.backwoodswhitetails.com

2. AFRICAN BOWHUNTING SAFARI with Matlabas Game Hunters, South Africa Value $5400
Five day plains game hunt for two hunters in the malaria-free Matlabas Bushveldt, Limpopo Province, South Africa (day of arrival and departure included). This hunt is available between March 15 and October 30, 2013. Hunt includes accommodation, meals and trophy fees for one blue wildebeest, one impala and one warthog for each hunter. This is a compound bow hunt and may be upgraded or extended. Maximum 4 hunters plus their non-hunting spouses/family can be accommodated. Transportation to/from Johannesburg International Airport ($350 per trip) is not included. Available species include Bushbuck, Bush Duiker, Cape Eland, Gemsbok, Kudu, Plains Zebra, Nyala, Red Hartebeest, Steenbok, Waterbuck, Giraffe, Caracal, Black-backed Jackal, Vervet Monkey & Chachma Baboon. Sable, Tsessebe, Buffalo, Mountain Reedbuck & Kipspringer may also be available. Prices & rates for extending are listed on website www.matlabas.co.za/hunting. This is one of South Africa’s prime bowhunting destinations. Species variety & trophy quality are excellent and recovery rate is above average. No licenses or permits required for plains game, but permits for small cats, monkeys and baboons need to be obtained prior to the hunt if any of the members of the party wishes to hunt these species. A Conservation Levy of US$10 per animal taken will be charged and will go to the Conservation Fund of the Professional Hunters Association of South Africa.
Accomodation provided at Matlabas Game Lodge. Meals are mostly traditional South African Bushveldt cuisine and venison is regularly served. The lodge consists of 4 thatched rooms and 2 en suite Meru type safari tents. Other features include a separate lounge with satellite TV, a unique wildlife and natural history video library, swimming pool, fully equipped kitchen, daily cleaning services, and a laundry service. Basic toiletries and towels are provided. Excursions and other activities for non-hunters as well as tours and/or photographic safaris at the end of the hunting safari are also available. Fishing, scuba diving and/or wing shooting is also available prior to or after the hunting safari. Details available on request.
Hunt not exchangeable for cash or other goods and/or services or alternative hunts. This is a 100% donation to the MBA
Matlabas Game Hunters – Willem & Flippie Frost
PO Box 1559, Lephalale, 0555, SA
Lodge: +27 14 779 0969 Willem Cell: +27 82 900 0227 Flippie Cell: +27 83 484 5461
Email: info@matlabas.co.za
Website: www.matlabas.co.za/hunting

3. SPRING BEAR HUNT with Taxis River Outfitters, New Brunswick, Canada – Value $2000
Six (6) night, Five (5) day Black Bear hunt between May 13-June 29 for bow, rifle, muzzle loader, compound bow or shotgun. Includes meals, lodging, tax, guide, transportation, stands, baits. Does not include license which costs $185 US. Winner must bring full paying guest at $2000.
Taxis River Outfitters – Larry Davidson
25 Elm St., Canterbury NB, Canada E6H 1K1
506-279-2930
Email: taxisriver@taxisriveroutfitters.com
Website: www.taxisriveroutfitters.com

4. WHITETAIL HUNT with Illinois Whitetail Services LLC, Illinois – Value $2500
Buy one discounted hunt, get one free. Purchase one hunt for the MBA discounted price of $2000, and get a second hunt for free. Regular non MBA member is $2500. Please contact outfitter for available dates and to make reservation as soon as possible after successful bid. Includes lodging, meals, tree stands, and transportation to stands. License is not included.
Illinois Whitetail Services LLC – Doug Doty
PO Box 585, Eldorado, IL 62930
618-926-1481

5. TURKEY HUNT with Lone Elm Outfitters, Connecticut – Value $300
Two (2) day one on one fully guided Spring Turkey archery hunt in Northeastern Connecticut. Season dates are April 25-May 31. Call ASAP to book dates, they fill quickly. Lunch and dinner included, stay at nearby hotel (not included). Non-resident turkey tag required. Winner must bring another full paying client.
Lone Elm Outfitters – Daryl Christadori
125 Main Street, Hampton, CT 06247
860-942-1229
Email: loneelmoutfitters@gmail.com
Website: www.loneelmoutfitters.moonfruit.com

6. 7 DAY PLAINS GAME HUNT IN SOUTH AFRICA with Jurie Meyer Safaris – Value $7000
7 day hunt including trophy fees for a warthog, impala and Gemsbuck for one hunter and one non-hunter for the 2014 season only. Includes license, lodging, food and transportation.
Jurie Meyer Safaris – Jurie Meyer
Phone: +27 15 2911065 Cell: +27 82 4123606
PO Box 6200, Polokwane North, 0750 Limpopo South Africa
Email: info@juriemeyersafaris.com
Website: www.juriemeyersafaris.com

7. SPRING BEAR HUNT with Oak Mountain Lodge Outfitters New Brunswick– Value $1500
Five (5) day bear hunt for bow, crossbow or gun. Guide fee of $500 and license fee of $185 is not included. Guaranteed live bear bait sites. Different sites for each hunter and if you are not happy with your site, you will be changed to another. All baits are active.
Oak Mountain Lodge Outfitters – Clarence “Buckaroo” LeBlanc
11343 Rt. 114 Park Rd. South Branch, Kings Co. New Brunswick Canada E4E 5G2
Phone: 506-433-5884
Email: buckaroo1943@live.com
Website: www.oakmountainlodgeoutfitters.com

8. ½ OFF any BOAR or RAM HUNT with Adam Hill Hunting Adventures LLC, PA – Value $725
Call for more information. License, lodging and food are not included in this hunt.
Twin Spruce Outfitters – Adam Hill
4136 River Road, Equinunk, PA 18417
Phone: 570-224-4191 Cell: 570-229-7655
Website: www.twinsprucepa.com

9. SPRING BEAR HUNT with Lakeville Outfitters, New Brunswick– Value $1500
Five (5) day bear hunt for bow, crossbow or gun. Guide fee of $500 and license fee of $185 is not included. Guaranteed live bear bait sites. Different sites for each hunter and if you are not happy with your site, you will be changed to another. All baits are active.
Lakeville Outfitters – Clarence “Buckaroo” LeBlanc and Paul Melanson
44 Lockhart Road, Lakeville, Westmorland County New Brunswick Canada
Phone: 506-433-5884 Cell: 506-852-1991
Email: buckaroo1943@live.com
Website: www.oakmountainlodgeoutfitters.com

10. 7 DAY SOUTH AFRICAN PLAINS GAME HUNT for 2 HUNTERS with White Lion Safaris – Value $8000
Experience the splendor and adventure of a true African hunting safari with White Lion Safaris. Join us for 7 days on our main hunting concession just outside Bloemfontein in beautiful central South Africa. Each hunter will receive a credit of $650 to apply toward any species of their choice. This means that in addition to free lodging, meals , guide service, etc., each hunter will be able to hunt one of our smaller plains game species such as Impala, Warthog, Blesbuck, Springbuck, Duiker, Steenbuck, etc. – absolutely free. Hunt needs to be scheduled anytime between March 1, 2013 and October 31, 2014. License, lodging, food, transportation, daily laundry, guide service, trophy field prep included. Airfare is not included. You may bring additional hunters for $450/day. Hunt may be extended or upgraded. The outfitter does not guarantee any game. Please refer to our trophy price list on our website and rate for staying additional days.
White Lion Safaris – Leon Rossouw
Phone: 207-329-7700
Email: leon@whitelionsafaris.com
Website: www.whitelionsafaris.com

11. WHITETAIL HUNT IN ZONE 10 with Daniel Wolff
Five (5) day whitetail deer hunt in Zone 10. Stand already set. Can be 5 days in a row or split up a day at a time.
Daniel Wolff
Phone: 855-TICK-TEST
Email:
Website: www.massdeerservice.com

12. SPRING/FALL BEAR or WHITETAIL HUNT at Adair’s Wilderness Lodge, New Brunswick– Value $2700
Six (6) night, five (5) day bear hunt Sunday through Saturday. Includes all accommodations, meals, guide service and transportation to and from all hunting sites. Choose May-June, 2 weeks in September or first 2 weeks in October. Whitetail season is forth Monday in October and runs for 4 weeks. Winner must bring one full paying client.
Adair’s Wilderness Lodge – Larry & Ida Adair
400 Creek Road, Sussex/Shepody, New Brunswick Canada E4E 5R9
Phone: 888-895-9233 Cell: 506-432-6687
Email: adairs@nbnet.nb.ca
Website: www.adairswlodge.com

13. SQUARE-UP BOW SITE from Mike Scaniffe
The Square-Up provides the shooter with a real time reference in their sight picture to recognize and correct riser torque before the shot. The ability to see the bows torque and square the riser to the sweet spot on the center position will make every shooter more consistent and in most cases will result in dramatic increase in effective range.
Lightning BowStrings LTD – Mike Scaniffe
40 Kelseytown Road, Killingworth, CT 06419
860-663-3949
Email: mike@lightningbowstrings.com
Website: squareuparchery.com

14. AFRICAN SAFARI with Mount Carmel Safaris – Value $9500
Seven (7) day hunt for three hunters. Day fee included and $500 per hunter toward trophy fees. Excess animals hunted off normal price list. Non-hunters day fee discounted to $120 per day. Pick-up and drop-off at Kimberley Airport at 50/50% split of the normal cost. Good for 2013/2014.
Mount Carmel Safaris – Andries van Zyl
PO Box 176, Danielskuil 8405, Northern Cape, SA
Tel/Fax: 011-27-53-384-0564
Email: mtcarmel@yebo.co.za
Website: www.mountcarmelsafaris.co.za

15. AFRICAN SAFARI with Zulu Nyala Safaris, South Africa
Details to come.
Zulu Nyala Safaris – Bella Shaw
270E 3rd Road, Sandton 2055, SA
Phone: 0117029300 Cell: 0825659427
Email: bella@zulunyala.com
Website: www.zulunyala.com

16. HANDMADE KNIFE by Larry Little
Larry Little will be donating one of his extraordinary handmade knives.
Larry Little Handmade Knives – Larry Little
Spencer, Massachusetts
Phone: (508) 855-2301

17. AFRICAN SAFARI with Africa Maximum Safaris – Value $8370
This donation is for two hunters on a two on one hunt and 2 observers.
The hunting season is from 1st of April 2013 to the 30 November 2013/2014. This hunt is only available for the 2013/2014 season.
• The donation is for the duration of 6 days. The 6 hunting days will be on concessions of Africa Maximum Safaris in the North west Province of South Africa.
• If trophies are taken early, client will not be required to suspend the duration of days donated for hunting.
• The hunt may be upgraded, either extra hunters or observers at normal rates (as per price list), extra trophies to be hunted, extra days booked either on hunting or touring, as client wishes to tailor the package.
• Trophy animals donated are one of each species to be shared by the hunters: Impala x 2, Blesbok x 2.
• Included in the donation is field preparation of trophies, dipping and shipping is not included in the donation.
• The arrival and departure point will be Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport.
• No permit drawing or lottery is required for this hunt.
• All transportation during the hunt is included and all transportation is done by vehicle. There is no charge for airport pick-up and drop-off. Special arrangements will be made if client wishes to charter a plane to camp. This will be done at extra cost to the client.
• This donation excludes the arrival and departure days. Arrival and departure days are charged @ US $ 190.00 per person per day.
• As an extra service we take client shopping on departure day if required, which is at no extra cost to client.
• Weapons to be used: 270 caliber and bigger. The limitation on the ammunition is 60 rounds per gun. Alternative weapon to bring is a shotgun for bird shooting.
• An export permit from the United States is required to bring any weapons in to South Africa. At South African Customs the gun owner will supply necessary import permit on which a temporary firearm license will be issued.
• Africa maximum Safaris cater for safari tours to Botswana, Kruger Park, Pilanesberg Park and other exciting destinations. If client wishes to upgrade on touring days we will be glad to tailor-make their dream Safari Tour.
Please note that this is a 100% donation to the MBA.
Africa Maximum Safaris – Jacques Senekal
Phone: 011 27 08 802 3919 Fax: 011 27 86 509 6100
Email: africamaximum@goggaconnect.co.za
Website: www.africamaximum.com

18. HUNT with Outback Outfitters
Details to follow
Outback Outfitters – Willie Allen
Phone: (252) 944-7928
Email: outbackoutfitters@suddenlink.net
Website: www.outbackoutfittersnc.com

19. SPRING or FALL BEAR HUNT with Nashwaak River Outfitters, New Brunswick, Canada – Value $1250
Five (5) day Spring Bear hunt for bow, crossbow, rifle or muzzleloader May or June 2013 or Fall Bear hunt in September for bow or crossbow only. Camp has kitchen, hot showers, washroom, sleeping quarters upstairs. You will need to prepare your own meals. License is not included. Includes transportation to and from stand, bear recovery and hide preparation for trip home. Winner must bring a full paying guest at $1250. Deposit of $250 required. Must call outfitter by April 7.
Nashwaak River Outfitters – Ed Arnold
40 Route 8 Hwy, Penniac, NB Canada E3A9C4
Phone: 506-457-1543
Email: dandearnold@hotmail.com
Website: www.nashwaakriveroutfitters.com

20. WHITETAIL ARCHERY HUNT with H&S Hunting, Illinois – Value $2050
Five (5) day Whitetail Archery Hunt in South Central Illinois (Norris City). Contact outfitter for available dates. Winner must bring a full paying guest at $2050. Hunt includes food, lodging, treestands, and guides. Hunt does not include airport pickup, license or gratuities for cook.
H&S Hunting – Howard Craft
336 Illinois Hwy 141, Norris City, IL 62869
618-499-7442
Email: howard@handshunting.com
Website: www.handshunting.com

21. $200 CASH PRIZE from Hamilton-Wenham Rod & Gun Club, Inc. – Value $200
One lucky winner will win this cash prize to purchase your archery gear.
Hamilton-Wenham Rod & Gun Club

22. FIVE SPECIES/FIVE DAY AFRICAN SAFARI with Moselesele Safaris – Value $5500
Hunt is for one hunter who must bring one paying client for the duration of the hunt. Value of hunt is $5500 and there are further discounts available listed below.
Details: 5 hunting days (6 nights) fully catered including: Accommodation our 4 star lodge, Trackers, Skinners and all field preparation, Meals, soft drinks and local Beer and Wine, Laundry services etc. Basically all services except for Ship and dip costs. All transfer fees included for all hunters
Animals: 1 X Blue Wildebeest Bull, 1 Impala Ram, 1 Blesbok Ram, 1 warthog boar, 1 Jackal (night hunt)
One afternoon Clay pigeon or bird shoot included for both hunters (Includes Shotgun and ammo)
Further Discounts Available: The hunt may be extended at a 10% discounted day fee rate ($340 for a hunter and $ 160 for a non-hunter), 10% off selected animals for any further animals taken, Any further hunters or non-hunters that join will be entitled to a 10% discount on days fees and selected animals
Moselesele Safaris – David Tayler
Cell: +27 (82) 442 3686
Email: davidt@moselesele.com
Website: www.moselesele.com

23. NANTUCKET RABBIT HUNT with “Beagle Joe” Cormick
World famous dog handler “Beagle Joe” Cormick is donating a 2-3 day rabbit hunt for 2 on Nantucket Island between Nov 15, 2013 and Feb 28, 2014. Food and Lodging are not included, however Joe has a house with rooms available to rent for $20/person/night. The last day of this past season, Joe and his dogs along with several hunters shot 29 rabbits. If you go between Nov 15th and Dec 31st, you could still hunt deer as well. You would need your own vehicle if you deer hunt.
“Beagle Joe” Cormick
Phone: (774) 313-0239

24. $50 OFF MOUNT OF YOUR CHOICE at North American Game Taxidermy – Value $50
Dave Oliveira is donating several certificates for $50 OFF a mount of your choice at North American Game Taxidermy. See Dave at his Vendor Booth at the auction for more information.
North American Game Taxidermy – Dave Oliveira
85 River Road, Somerset, MA 02726
Phone: 508-493-4447

25. WHITETAIL ARCHERY HUNT with Archery Outfitters, WA – Value $3000
Archery Outfitters is donating a half price Deer or a 2 for the price of 1 WA State whitetail hunt during September 17-22, 2012.
Archery Outfitter – Brian Jennen
1067c Cannon Way, Colville WA
509-675-1069
Email: archeryoutfitter@gmail.com
Website: www.archeryoutfitter.com

26. HANDMADE WOLF & BEAR LAP QUILT by Donna & Ken McGill – Value $400
This 65×70 lap quilt is donated by Donna and Ken McGill of Franklin. Donna will make quilts to order, price depends on size and materials requested.
Donna & Ken McGill
508-520-8186

~ Vendors ~

North American Game Taxidermy – Dave Oliveira
Larry Little Handmade Knives – Larry Little
Mass Deer Service – Daniel Wolff
Lone Elm Outfitters – Daryl Christadori
~ Thanks ~
The MBA thanks these very generous sportsmen and women for their donations. Without their help we couldn’t make these offers. Please support these people who have supported us when you have a trip in mind. Call me at 800-BOWHUNT. Every booking we make gets us closer to another donation. Please remember to mention the MBA with any bookings. The MBA salutes all sponsors with sincere gratitude.
~ Survey ~
A survey sheet will be available on the website. Please print, fill out and send in this survey after completion of your hunt. (fax: 508 721 6880 or mail to PO Box 1789, Sagamore Beach, MA 02562). Also, please write a story and send a picture of you success for posting on the website.
Please visit our website at www.massbowhunters.com

~ Disclaimer ~
All winners of hunts and trips must be a MBA member. A $30 surcharge will be assessed to your winning bid or winning raffle ticket to cover your membership if you are not a current member. The MBA does not guarantee success of your hunt or trip. These hunts and trips are donations and all proceeds go to the legislation, education, and expansion of bowhunting in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Winners of the hunts and trips assume full responsibility of hunt or trip, once awarded, and hold Massachusetts Bowhunters Association harmless against any and all claims or any refunds against non performance.