BADGER FISHERMAN'S LEAGUE
Wisconsin's Oldest Conservation Club
KIDS CHRISTMAS PARTY - PANCAKE BREAKFAST SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6th Nino's Bakery - Menomonee Falls Kids To Camp Letters are due at this time
2010 ANNUAL ICE FISHEREE - SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13th - WATERFRONT SPORTS BAR Pewaukee. Fish registration begins at 6 a.m. outside Smokey's Musky Shop on Lakeview Blvd. DON'T MISS THIS EVENT!
The Badger Fisherman's League is an organization dedicated to the interests of conservation in Wisconsin. Established in 1934, the Badger Fisherman's League is celebrating our 75th anniversary making us the oldest conservation club in the State of Wisconsin. Throughout the years we have contributed to many important changes to conservation legislation and have had the privilage of serving many area communities with our events. In 1950, the club donated the proceeds from our annual picnic to the Milwaukee County Park Commission to help build a boat landing on Lake Michigan and put a fence around Government Pier. In 1956 the Milwaukee County Zoo received a gift of $500.00 from the club to bring Commorants to their exhibits. Our Vernon Marsh wood duck house project which is still in existance today began in 1977 when we worked with a group of handicapped children to construct and place 12 wood duck houses in the marsh. Through the years we have worked on the Haven Woods Forest, Paradise Springs river reconstruciton, Lepper Pond reconstruction in Menomonee Falls and our Kids Fishing Clincs. Members of the BFL volunteer to participate in these events and help to make them very successful. The club has won numerous awards from the Wisconsin Wildlife Federation for the efforts we have put forth. In April the BFL will be awarded Conservation Educator of the Year from the Federation. We have seen a lot of changes over the past 75 years and are proud to be an important part of conservation today. Thank you to all of our members who work so hard to make the BFL a success!The Badger Fisherman's League has been selected by the WWF to receive Conservation Educator of the Year. George Meyer, Executive Director and guest speaker at the recent 75th celebration indicated that the League was choosen because of the outstanding job we have done with our clinics. Additions to the current program have proven to be a huge success with both the kids who come through the clinic as well as the parents. The BFL hosts three fishing clinics each year. Thank you to everyone in the club for making this award possible.
Upcoming Meetings:
Membership Meeting - All meetings begin at 7:30 p.m. Sharp!
November 16th - 7:30
December 7th - 7:30
January 18th, 2010 - 7:30
Membership meetings open to the public, come join us!
The BFL membership meets at:
The Knights of Columbus Clubhouse
W164 N9161 Water Street
Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin
UPCOMING EVENTS
2009 Fishing Contest & Nominations -If you registered a fish for our 2009 contest be sure to attend the November meeting. Prizes will be awarded at this time. Nominations are under way for our 2010 Board of Directors....interested in running? Attend the November meeting and volunteer to run for the Board!
Kids Christmas Party and Pancake Breakfast- Sunday, December 6th. Nino's Bakery Menomonee Falls. Pancake Breakfast open to the public. $5.00 buys you pancakes, bacon, milk and coffee! Come support the BFL and enjoy a great breakfast! Santa will also be attending so be sure to have your child bring their Christmas list!
Board Holiday Dinner - Thursday, December 10th 6 p.m. arrival seating at 7 p.m.
Club Happenings...
2009 is winding down to a close and that brings a slew of activities for the club. Our 2010 nominations are well underway for the Board of Directors; Kids Christmas Party and Open to the Public Pancake Breakfast with Santa is in the works and our Wreath Sale Fundraiser will be delivered to those that sold wreaths this year at the November meeting. Fishing prizes will be awarded at the November meeting, be sure to attend to pick up your prize. Next on our plate is the 2010 ANNUAL ICE FISHEREE! The fisheree will be held on Saturday, February 13th at the Waterfront in Pewaukee. This is an event that should not be missed! The meat raffle, a favorite of everyone who attends is again going to knock your socks off! Fish registration will begin at 6 a.m. at Smokey's Musky Shop on Lakeview Blvd. in Pewaukee. Main raffle tickets are available for purchase from any BFL member or from R&B Bait in Menomonee Falls or Smokey's Bait Shop in Pewaukee (see Gordy). Tickets are 5.00 for 6 or 1 for 1.00. Don't miss the oportunity to wind some fantastic prizes and support the club! And last but not least, remember your 2010 dues are coming due at the December meeting. Members must be paid by the January membership meeting to be considered in good standing. Single membership is 23.00 and couple membership is 41.00. We do not require any work hours from our members but do ask for you to volunteer for functions that interest you! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday!
Not a member but are interested in becoming one or finding out what we are all about? Membership meetings are open to the public and are held the 3rd Monday of each month at the KC Clubhouse in Menomonee Falls. Meetings start at 7:30 p.m. You can also email the BFL for more information about the club and our mission. We are celebrating our 75th Anniversary in 2009, making us the Oldest Conservation Club in the State of Wisconsin! Annual membership dues are 41.00 a couple or 23.00 for a single. Junior memberships are available for children who are 16 and want to join the club.
