New York State 4-H Shooting Sports

Please Join Us!!

The 2010 New York State 4-H Shooting Sports Banquet & Auction will be held on Saturday, April 17 at the Holiday Inn in Saratoga Springs, NY

This yearly event is the single largest fundraiser for the
NYS 4-H Shooting Sports program. 

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Preliminary List of Auction Items

There are many many more items for the Live Auction,
Silent Auction and Ticket Drop not yet listed here!!
~ Some items include links for images ~

Live & Silent Auction Items:

  1.  African Photo Safari – 5 day photo safari for 2, a $3,950 value
  2. African Safari – 5 day hunt in South Africa for 2 hunters and 2 non-hunters includes $2,000 in trophy fees.  The value is $10,600
  3. African Safari – 5 day hunt in South Africa for 2 hunters and 2 non-hunters includes trophy fees for 6 animals to be shared between the hunters.  Value is $11,300
  4. Brian Ruth Master Chainsaw carvings 3 of the 4:
    1. A pair of Hummingbirds – beautifully done they will look great in your garden or sun room.
    2. A  whimsical frog – painted by the artist a great conversation piece.
    3. An American Eagle – regal in appearance it is truly an eye-catcher. 
    4. The Great Horned Owl is ready for display.
  5.  An elephant skin gun case – one of a kind donated by Ed & Lois Cerkowski African hunters.
  6. Henry Mini Bolt .22 caliber rifle with case. 
  7. 2 - Peck’s Lake Getaways - a fishing adventure on Peck’s Lake, includes 2 nights in a cottage for up to 6 plus a rowboat with motor and bait, compliments of Albert Peck.
  8. Tackle Box of Dreams from Black Bass Antiques of Bolton Landing.
  9. Three cords of cut, split and dried hardwood – from Walt Chandler Logging.
  10. A pink Little Cricket – for the great little girl in your shooting future – hey grandfathers!
  11. New York 4-H Shooting Sports Knife of the Year - the only one of its kind direct from Canal Street Cutlery and with engraving by Baron Technology.
  12. C’Mere Deer Habitat Improvement package direct from the great folks at C’Mere Deer.
  13. A custom made powder horn from locally known re-enactor Chris Templin.
  14. Small Bore Winger – by Geezer Built Crooked Leg Forge a repeating shooting target by from Gary Osterhout.
  15. Woodland Iroquois Arrow from the workshop of Dick Smullen.
  16. Buck Bucket or Whitetail Pail-  If you need it to go hunting it is probably in this collection of great items. Includes a pair of Dragging Gloves.
  17. Trappers Grubstake – filled with wow factors if you need it to start trapping it will probably be in this collection of  great items.
  18. Habitat Package - featuring seeds and fertilizers that will grow into succulent good sources for extra large whitetails - yes, there are even trees!
  19. Cobra Compound Bow – a real wow factor from the Tim Blodgett at Saratoga Bait and Tackle.
  20. A dozen Carbon Arrows.
  21. W.R. Case & Sons Knife – collectors special in a case.
  22. Connecticut 4-H Shooting Sports is bringing several specialty packages – great for the home.
  23. Wing Bone Turkey call – hand crafted by Dick Smullen.
  24. Flint Knife on display from flint knapper Bill Staulters – museum quality.
  25. Several Prints -
    1. NRA - two great prints
    2. Ruffed Grouse Society
    3. Quail Unlimited
  26. Photography -
    1. Joey Rudd Photograph of a Great Horned Owl a one of a kind collector’s item.
    2. 2009 Richard Johnson of Spruce Mountain Photography the “Photographer of the Year” returns with great new photographs.
    3. Paula Schafer known for leading the award winning Ag Economic Development Program of CCE presents two specialty photos.
  27. Hand-made fishing creel – quality you will have to see to believe! Thank you Doug Perkins.
  28. Snowshoes that won’t rot or rust, always ready for deep snow!
  29. Fly Tier Paul Sinicki annually creates a special collection of hand-tied “Mouse” flies – see how these are artistically arranged for display.
  30. Gun Safe…Sentry 24 Gun Safe – just like last year!
  31. Coat and Hat Racks – handmade, camp style you’ll love either
  32. Mini-vacations around the capital district – family fun.
    1.  Visit local fairs
    2. Agriculture exploration
  33. Golf Packages – it starts here!
    1. Pioneer Hills – a foursome for 18 holes including 2 golf carts
    2. Galway – four 9 hole rounds
  34. $300 Hunter Specialties Hunting Blind – compliments of Ed Noonan
  35. Antique Planter Pot & Stand, one of 50 from the National 4-H Shooting Sports Foundation.
  36. A new federally approved child restraint car seat.
  37. Canal Street Cutlery “Trapper” model single bladed knife limited edition with NYS 4-H Shooting Sports logo
  38. Water Proof Midland Hand Held Radios with Battery Charger and Ear Phones
  39. Spotting Scope
  40. DEC Instructors Package – teaching tools for the classroom.
  41. Kernal Electronic wildlife call
  42. Duck hunters spread – everything but the shotgun!
  43. 4 Telescope Chairs
  44. Gun Safe- 10 Guns
  45. Daisy BB gun
  46. A great selection of Anna Mae’s Jams & Jellies - courtesy of Ann Mae Clark.
  47. Kershaw Titanium Mako Shark Knife
  48. Ken Schmidt Prints from Lone Feather Studio
  49. Barnett Crossbow - compliments of Bill Hilts Sr.
  50. Cody Short Print from Exquisite Images Studio
  51. Collector’s Edition Model R Tractor $130 value - from Hudson River Tractor, Inc.
  52. Farmall M Model Tractor - from Randall Implements
  53. 16” x 23” Larry Haden Print - “American Widgeon” #378 of 500 framed a $400 value
  54. Stihl BG 55 Gas Powered Blower compliments of “The Plant Keeper” - Teri & Scott Eastwood
  55. Ladies Spa Basket – everything for a day of pampering – towels, tea, lotions & potions, mini-  massage, a teddy bear to hug and a big bar of dark chocolate plus more – compliments of Nancy & Walter Squier.
  56. Let’s Make Cookies!  A Pampered Chef Cookie Press, 3 pounds of chocolate chips, cookie mixes and decorations - from the 4-H Archers Unlimited Connecticut’s only 4-H Shooting Sports Club.
  57. A Collectible Commemorative Ball One Gallon Canister filled with almost 3,000 green M & M’s, both plain and peanut varieties – courtesy of the Middlesex 4-H Shooting Sports of Connecticut
  58. National Trappers Association 50th Anniversary Belt Buckle – compliments of the NTA
  59. National Trappers Association 50th Anniversary Backpack – compliments of the NTA
  60. Christmas Trees and Wreaths from Brown’s Tree Farm – two of each, look in the live & silent auctions!
  61. Honey Basket from the hives and hard work of Bob Henke, Town of Argyle Supervisor
  62. Ear Rings and Pendant - from Patty Simpson
  63. Two turned Wooden Bowls - from the laths of Lynn and Charlie Escher
  64. Two turned honey dippers – you’ll find these in different areas complements of Lynn and Charlie Escher
  65. Handmade Soap in a Basket from Mary Jane Pelzer
  66. Beautifully framed Wildflower Prints compliments of Annelore Lehr
  67. Otis Gun Cleaning Gear, a great selection – compliments of Otis Technology
  68. Three quarter Horse Power Router – compliments of Allerdice of Saratoga Springs
  69.  Waterford Crystal Decanter with accessories – compliments of Steve & Julie
  70. One Night Stay including breakfast for two at the Fairfield Inn & Suites Malta, NY - compliments of the Fairfield Inn & Suites
  71. Mounted Mink from A.L.W. Taxidermy – the Ricky Morris, Jr.  Family
  72. Yaktrax Walkers – Compliments of IM PLUS
  73. $300 in Gift Certificates – Compliments of Joe’s Taxidermy
  74. Youth Pheasant Hunt - Ole Bob
  75. Fire Tower Books from MLK Publishing - Compliments of Paul Laskey
  76. Ladies Special – compliments of the Medberry Inn, Ballston Spa
  77. Custom White Pine Wood Bench featuring an Elk motif (50" x 11.5") – compliments of Jeff Carminati
  78. Hornady Lock N Load Reloading Unit
  79. Otis Tactical System, Otis Elite, Otis LIL” Pro Cleaning System – compliments of Otis Technology,    Inc.
  80. Youth Motocross Sweatshirt, Pants and Shirt - compliments of Ballston Cycle & Truck
  81. US Rural Mailbox, mid-sized - compliments of Wm. Schwerd
  82. .22 Remington Break-action air rifle – compliments of Crosman Corporation
  83. Teton Crossbow Set – compliments of Crosman Corporation
  84. Center Point Variable Rifle Scope 3 – 9 x 50 – compliments of Crosman Corporation
  85. Center Point Variable Rifle Scope 4 – 12 x 44 – compliments of Crosman Corporation
  86. Ka-Bar U.S.M.C. Knife and Sheath – compliments of Ka-Bar
  87. Ka-Bar U.S.M.C. Mini-Knife and sheath – compliments of Ka-Bar
  88. Birchwood Casey Shoot-n-See Turkey & Deer Targets – compliments of Birchwood Laboratories
  89. Highly detailed Super “88” Tractor - compliments of Sharon Springs Garage
  90. Hard Cover Coffee Table Book “America’s Classic Farm Tractor” - compliments of MacFadden & Sons
  91. Whitetail Deer Shoulder Mount - compliments of ALW Taxidermy
  92. Framed Print “Rack of Chocolate” - compliments of Mickey & Pattie Elliott
  93. Nikon Binoculars, 8x36 Monarch ATF Dream Seasons Series – compliments of Nikon, Inc.
  94. .270 Rifle Package – compliments of Mike Miller, Republican Assembly Sportsmen’s Coordinator & Denise Sheehan, former DEC Commissioner
  95. Set of Ken Schmidt Prints “Waiting to Go” #49/200 and “Purple Mountain Majesty” #106/200 – compliments of Lone Feather Studio & Ken Schmidt
  96. Henry Mini Bolt .22 Cal. – compliments of Camfour
  97. Sharpening Package, Electric Knife & Scissor Sharpener – compliments of Smith Abrasives
  98. Bushnell Light – compliments of Zack’s Sports
  99. Framed 13x16 photograph “Jumping Coyote” by Cody Short of Exquisite Images Studio – compliments of Tony & Judy Eastwood
  100. Flat of 250 Rounds of .12 Gauge Target Ammo – Charlton Gun Shop
  101. Outdoorsman’s Kit – compliments of Kutmaster
  102. Scaled Model Kubota Utility Vehicle – compliments of Emerich Sales & Service
  103. Brownell’s Signature Series Leather Range Bag – compliments of Brownell’s Inc.
  104. Jerky Gun/Drying Rack – compliments of Bob & Christine Hodorowski
  105. $100 Stewarts Gas Card – compliments of Stewarts
  106. $100 Curtis Lumber Gift Certificate – compliments of Curtis Lumber
  107. Black & Decker ¾ HP Router – compliments of Allerdice Building Supply
  108. Kayak Escape for 2 – compliments of Eastern Mountain Sports in Wilton
  109. Steven’s Rifle Model 200 – compliments of Russ Lehr
  110. Steven’s Cadet  .22  Cal. Rifle – sponsored by Thomas Poultry Farm
  111. Gerber 2010 SHOT Show Knife – compliments of John Bowe
  112. Handcrafted Wooden Coat Rack – compliments of Larry’s Woodcraft
  113. Eagle Optics Triumph 8-24 x 50 Spotting Scope – compliments of Wild Birds Unlimited
  114. Getaway Package of Four Admission Tickets to the Wildlife, Sports & Education Museum – compliments of the Wildlife, Sports & Education Museum
  115. Whitetails Unlimited Afghan & Pillow – compliments of Whitetails Unlimited National
  116. Whitetails Wall Clock – compliments of Glenda & Dick Smullen
  117. Archery Package of One Dozen Arrows – compliments of Muzzy Product Corp., Flex-Fletch Products
  118. Hunter’s Widow Package – for the ladies! Bath items, candles and other assorted – compliments of Meghan & Bob Dudley & Johna Rich
  119. $150 Eyeglass Voucher – compliments of Vision Center (located inside Wal-Marts)
  120. Handcrafted in NY of Recycled Wood 12 Piece Wooden Train Set – compliments of Rick & Jessica Schwerd
  121. Benefit Cruise for Two on July 12, 2010 at 7:30 pm on the Mohican on beautiful Lake George, a Last of the Mohicans Outdoor Drama – compliments of Luisa Sherman
  122. Grow Your Own Big Bucks, Fertilizer, Seed and Much More – compliments of Bridgette & Mike Schwerd, Saratoga Sod & Laurie & Steven Griffen, Agway of Ballston Spa & C’Mere Deer

    *******There Are Many Many More Items For The Event Not Listed Here*******

 

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4H Shooting Sports

Shooting Sports programs exist in many counties. 
Contact Cornell Cooperative Extension in your county
for more information on local opportunities.
Cornell Cooperative Extension programs are available to all people,
regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, or physical disabilities.  


William M. Schwerd, NYS 4-H Shooting Sports Coordinator
50 West High Street
Ballston Spa, New York 12020
(518) 885-8995 Ext. 225
wms4@cornell.edu