Dwayne D. called the meeting to order at 7:40 pm at the GUC and via Zoom hybrid.
Minutes: Presented minutes from GUC/Zoom hybrid meeting January 28, 2025.
MOTION by Bill A., to adopt the minutes from January 28th as presented, seconded by Keith B., carried.

 

Financial Report
MOTION by Larry C. to adopt financial report, seconded Brian S., carried.

MOTION made by Larry Chambers to set the limit of the credit card in the application process to $1000.00, seconded by Daniel Allchurch., all in favor, motion carried.

MOTION made by Daniel Allchurch to set authorized users of the credit card to be Dwayne Davison (President), Larry Chambers (Treasurer), Garry Cunningham (Executive Member) and Marissa McRae (Admin Assistant) seconded by Keith Bailey, all in favor, motion carried.

Correspondence: One High Five bank account matured. Renewed for another 5 years.

Committee Reports:

Memberships – 872 LDFGA, 378 Outdoor, 153 Indoor. Membership renewal reminders will be sent out via email.

Fundraising – NR.

Youth Outdoor Activity Day – Poster needs to be updated with this year’s details. Bill would like to start advertising in April and have Grindin Gears to take the applications again.

Indoor Range – Shield Mechanical has inspected the furnaces and provided quotes on replacements. They are operating well and may not need to be replaced just yet but Shield Mechanical offered to do it at cost. We do not have this pricing yet. HSI provided quotes on a few options of door locks with options of cameras and an alarm system as well. Some discussion was had regarding options. MOTION by Larry C to table the Indoor Range discussion to when we know more about the certification and condition of the building, seconded by Joe M, Keith B was opposed, motion carried.

Outdoor Range – The CFO has talked with Reid B., they will perform an inspection when the ground is dry. They will require a copy of the insurance and a letter from the RM of Britannia acknowledging the ranges. Brief discussion regarding members that reside in Alberta needing an AT&T when visiting the range, Scott N. will get more information on proper requirements.

Conservation Camp – Website will be updated soon with current camp information. There will be a Spring Women’s Weekend coming up in May at Hannin Creek. Pam Russell needs a camper to attend camp this year if anyone know of one that she could rent for the month of July.

Scholarships – Bill A. has contacted the schools about our scholarship program. A new poster has been made for social media advertising.

Merchandise – NR

Habitat/Gordon Leslie Project/Trout Ponds/Foster Property – Windmill is running well. Dwayne now has the dissolved oxygen meter and there will be a meeting for operational information.

Trophies – NR

Gun and Outdoor Sportsman Show – Gun Show wind-up meeting was held in February, Marissa M. reported on meeting notes. Larry reviewed the financials of the show.

Archery Club / Youth Center – Regular shoot nights are Tuesdays and Thursdays 7:00-9:00pm.

Banquet – Banquet wind up meeting will be Sunday March 2 at Dwayne’s house.

Fish Fry – Coming up Thursday April 17. Carlo M presented a new poster for advertising. Plans being made to use the trailer to ease the overall work involved for this event. If you would like to help with this event, please contact Bill.

Gun Range Event Committee – NR

 

Bills to be Paid:
MOTION by Joe M., seconded by Daniel A., to pay bills, carried.

Old Business:

  1. Dwayne D and Mike H. sent out a copy of the range orientation. No Update.
  2. Bylaws update – Carlo is working on it.
  3. Dwayne D. would like to host a GPS Course.
  4. Golf Cart Raffle – Dwayne/Joe Update – Application still pending, Dwayne will continue working on it as he has an updated list of what is now required.

New Business:

  1. SWF Convention was Feb. 13-15th. Larry gave a report on keynote speakers and what was discussed.
  2. Dwayne attended AWF Convention Feb. 20-22nd and gave a report on keynote speakers what was discussed.
  3. Ian P. did not attend Manitou Sandhills Meeting as it was cancelled.
  4. Darrell P. will attend the Integrated Resource Management Sandhills meeting February 26th.
  5. Discussion of creating a subcommittee consisting of a youth council. Will discuss more at another meeting.
  6. Social Media Advertising – Should we utilize members of the LDFGA that are not on the executive board to increase our social media reach? Dwayne will reach out to Ashley Miazga and report back.
  7. Narrow Lake AGM will be April 5. If you would like to attend, please contact Dwayne.

MOTION for adjournment by Brian S. at 10:16 pm

Members present at meeting in person: Dwayne Davison, Marissa McRae, Garry Cunningham, Larry Chambers, Bill Armstrong, Fiona McRae, Joe Miazga, Daniel Allchurch, Keith Bailey, Scott Nahirniak, Brian Sawtell.

Members present at meeting via Zoom: Ab England, Janelle Mysko, Carlo Monette, Reid Ballek, Darrell Peters, Ian Peters, Dana Mitchell.