Feb 2017 Newsletter(1)

OUR CHAPTER ACHIEVEMENTS
2015-2016
Through the 2015/2016 year the SCI – Drayton Valley Chapter experienced great successes and attained huge
goals in support of SCI’s mission toward hunting conservation, education and humanitarian endeavors. One
of our most memorable occasions was the privilege of being awarded the 2015 International Chapter of The
Year Award.
We continue our pride and commitment toward our major humanitarian project; our Fishing Dock for seniors
residing within care centres and individuals with disabilities. Our local Board and Chapter members have
contributed in excess of 800 volunteer hours toward the operation and maintenance of the dock this year.
Over the summer months we have been very fortunate to have a variety of user groups visit the dock, with
some seniors groups travelling from two hours away to visit our facility and enjoy the benefits it has to offer.
In total this summer we have had over 200 individuals visit the dock!
In support of SCIFs mission on a global scale, our Chapter was one again extremely pleased to be involved in
the delivery of numerous Blue Bags this past year to various third world countries.
As part of our commitment to sustain our hunting heritage and providing our youth the opportunity to enjoy
the great outdoors, we facilitated a youth hunter training program in April 2016 within our community of
Drayton Valley. This program is free of charge to youth 12 to 17 years of age. This year we had 14 youth
participants, 2 adults and 3 volunteers from our Board of Directors participate in the program.
The Drayton Valley Chapter of Safari Club International is very proud to continue their support of the National
Archery in Schools Program (NASP). Over the past year we maintained our current commitment to the
program by way of supporting needed upgrades to current school participants kits. We also supported the St.
Anthony’s Drayton Valley Mini-Shoot through the provision of trophies and medals for the youth participants.
Of significant mention is our involvement in the coordination of the 2016 NASP Provincial Shoot right here
in Drayton Valley in partnership with the Brazeau Bowbenders and AHEIA. This shoot saw over 1000+ youth
archers participate in the 4 day event held within the WellHouse Supply building. This venue was provided to
us through the generosity of Judy Sweet. It was an amazing event! Drayton Valley is extremely proud to be
one of the most involved and recognized NASP communities in Alberta. Since its inception our Chapter has
committed in excess of $110,000 toward the NASP program. It is our greatest hope that this program brings a
new level of enjoyment to those students who may not have had the chance to shoot target archery, and that
our local youth’s participation in the program may spark an enjoyment for the outdoors and all that it has to
offer! Our goal is that this outdoor educational opportunity will impact children for years to come and raise
awareness for Safari Club International and its educational efforts. The NASP Program is a great addition to our
educational system and we hope it brings great enjoyment to all involved!
Over the past year our conservation efforts have focused on aiding Safari Club International in their endeavors
toward science base conservation worldwide.
To you, our members and supporters we thank you for your many contributions. It is your commitment and
support of the SCI Drayton Valley Chapter that has contributed to the accomplishments that have been achieved.
If you are not yet a member of SCI, please do consider joining SCI tonight to help the only organization that will
protect your freedom to hunt.
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