The
Hunter Educator
Fall 2006
Volume 14, No. 2
Missouri Hunter Education Instructor’s Association
P. O. Box 4505
Springfield, MO 65808-4505
Mission Statement:
It is the mission of the Missouri Hunter Education Instructor’s Association to support and enhance the
hunter education program in Missouri.
OFFICERS:
President:
Doug Wagganer
Vice-President:
Ron Boeddeker
Secretary:
Earl Williamson
Treasurer:
Don Harris
Executive Officer
Vacant
DIRECTORS:
Central:
Earl Williamson
573-676-5458
Kansas City:
Allan Hoover
816-540-3908
Northeast:
James E. Robertson
660-397-2372
Northwest:
Dave Rapson
816-688-7680
Ozark:
Ron Boeddeker
417-683-3182
St. Louis:
Douglas Wagganer
636-448-3420
Southeast:
Ray Joggerst
573-483-9941
Southwest:
Don Harris
417-862-8611
President’s Column
Since the last MHEIA newsletter
many things have transpire. Some
events were good things, and a
few things were not so good. In
the last newsletter Jan Morris resigned from MHEIA. His departure from our organization was
due to a matrix of reasons. His
long time support and assistance
in the operations of MHEIA will
always be remembered. Jan’s hard
work and dedication has certainly
benefited every member of
MHEIA. But, the time has come
for MHEIA to now move forward.
At our September 17th Board of
Directors Meeting, the entire
Board agreed to settle all past
differences, and to move forward
in a combined effort in facing the
new Hunter Education Challenges
being presently considered and
possibly implemented by the Missouri Department of Conservation. Each Regional Director recognized the need for State wide
Instructor unity, and all have
agreed that the need for cooperation between every Board Member is the key to a better future in
Missouri Hunter Education.
All organizations face difficult
situations from time to time.
MHEIA has recently experienced
a rough period. But, recently the
Missouri Conservation disclosed
that the Hunter Education Program will be examining new
alternatives to the way hunter
education will be taught in Missouri. While the Missouri
Hunter Education Program
might be celebrating 50 years of
successful existence, the next
50 years appears to be taking on
a new direction, which will be a
definite departure from our current system of instruction.
The “Alternative Delivery System”, an Internet style of instruction which will soon be
presented to Missouri Hunter
Education Instructors, is the
next generation of so called
advancements. In this fast pace
world, the education teaching
community has moved towards
the use of internet as a teaching
tool. Using the internet is a
cheaper method of presenting
material to students. Rather
than using printed materials,
downloads of information are
possible. Formal classroom
settings will be phased out, and
less Instructor involvement will
be required. Traditional teaching methods might no longer be
needed if a full Internet Delivery System occurs.
MHEIA has always totally supported the efforts of the Missouri Conservation Department.
We will continue to follow
that policy. The MHEIA
Board of Directors recognizes
that changes often occur in
the presentation of training
materials. While we are not
in favor of teaching an entire
Hunter Education Course
over the Internet, the Board
does approve in principle, the
concept of making a training
manual book available for
students on the Internet.
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THE HUNTER EDUCATOR
Editor:
Earl Williamson
Date: October 1, 2006
Assistant Editor:
Michael Ohlms
Fellow Instructors,
The Hunter Educator is published quarterly by the
Missouri Hunter Education Instructor’s Association.,
P.O. Box 4505, Springfield, MO 65808-4505
The information, opinions, or technical data presented
in this newsletter do not reflect the official policies or
positions of the Missouri Hunter Education Instructor’s
Association nor the Missouri Department of
Conservation. Any technical data contained herein is
used at the risk of the reader.
The Missouri Hunter Education
Instructor’s Association is
affiliated with the following
organizations:
The Conservation Federation of
Missouri
www.confedmo.com/
The International Hunter
Education Association
www.ihea.com/
The National Rifle Association of
America
www.nra.org/
Theodore Roosevelt
Conservation Partnership
www.trcp.org/
MHEIA Deputy Directors
Central
Steve McGhee
Kansas City
Johnnie Viebrock
Northeast
Larry Harlan
Northwest
Georgia Houghton
Ozark
Gary Sullivan
St. Louis
Rex Vaughn
Southeast
Scott Elliott
Southwest
Vacant
MISSOURI’S HUNTER EDUCATION PROGRAM
NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT
573-769-4866
573-996-6174
Missouri’s Hunter Education Program has proven to be a formula for success in
recruiting and retaining new hunters and in significantly reducing the number of
hunting-related incidents. This formula consists of multiple parts working in
concert, each contributing equally to the overall success of the program. Unnecessarily altering or eliminating any of these parts could adversely affect the success of the entire program.
Components of this formula for success include: 1) An increased emphasis on
youth/mentored hunts and special youth-only hunting seasons, which create
opportunities for new hunters to participate in the sport. 2) Hunter education
class material that has evolved to become an introductory level guideline for the
safe participation in hunting and in the shooting sports. This material is the first
exposure many students have to important topics such as ethics, landowner relationships, conservation practices, and wildlife resource management.
3) A volunteer instructor corps serving as the delivery vehicle used to present
the material to hunter education classes in such a manner that every student will
understand the life and death consequences of failing to follow the rules of
safety. 4) An annual assembly sponsored by MDC of the volunteer instructor
corps. This annual gathering promotes statewide consistency in the hunter education program and is an opportunity for MDC to offer training to the volunteer
instructors.
The Missouri Hunter Education Instructor’s Association Inc. (MHEIA) Board
of Directors is united in our continued support of the hunter education program
as MDC is currently administering it. We encourage MDC to continue efforts in
promoting youth/mentored hunts and in exploring alternative delivery methods
that will enhance the existing hunter education program by providing adequate
opportunities for volunteer instructors to deliver hands-on instruction to their
students during field day exercises. We also, respectfully, encourage MDC to
resist any temptation to arbitrarily make wholesale changes in the hunter education program such as: online/internet access to hunter education certification,
reduced emphasis on youth/mentored hunts, or the elimination of a department
sponsored statewide assembly of volunteer hunter education instructors.
The MHEIA Board encourages all volunteer hunter education instructors in
Missouri, members and non-members alike, to closely follow state legislative
issues and department policy issues that will impact the future of hunting and
hunter education in our state.
Sincerely,
MHEIA Board of Directors
The Hunter Educator
M.H.E.I.A.
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Steve McGhee
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Allan Hoover
Don Roper
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Johnny Viebrock
Eugene “Cisco” Peak
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TAKE A LOOK AT OTHER HUNTER EDUCATION
INSTRUCTOR ASSOCIATIONS
Alabama Hunter Education Association
http://www.huntereducation.net/
Alberta Hunter Education Instructor’s Association
http://www.aheia.com/
Arkansas Hunter Education Association
http://hunteredu.8k.com/about.html
California Pacific Coast Region Hunter Education Instructor Association
http://www.cahuntereducation.org/
Georgia Hunter Education Association, Inc.
http://www.ghea.net/
Indiana Hunter Education Association
http://www.inhea.com/
Kentucky Hunter Education Association
http://www.khea.org/
New York State Sportsman Education Program
http://www.dec.state.ny.us/website/dfwmr/sportsed/
Pennsylvania Hunter Education Association
http://www.geocities.com/pennhea/
Washington Hunter Education Instructor’s Association
http://wdfw.wa.gov/enf/huntered/wheia.htm
West Virginia Hunter Education Association
http://www.wvhuntered.com/
REGULAR LIFE MEMBERS
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29 Doug Smentkowski
30 Gary W. Ozment
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35 Floyd Bohler
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37 Dave Murphy
38 Steven Fleming
39 Lee Vogel
40 Earl Williamson
41 Louis A. Rupp
42 Sarah Smith
Wisconsin Hunter Education Instructor’s Association
http://www.itol.com/wheia/
Deadline for the next issue of
The Hunter Educator is
December 17th
Please send all submissons to
MHEIA
P. O. Box 4505
Springfield, MO 65808-4505
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REGIONAL REPORTS
NORTHEAST
Not much to report from the NE Region this time.
The dove clinics that were scheduled had to be
canceled due to lack of interest.
Our regional picnic was back on August
12 at Ka-Tonka Sporting Clays near New
London. Turn out was rather small. Our
OSS announced MDC's plan to put Hunter
Ed on line. A move not too well accepted.
We had our first hunting fatality not long ago.
A man in which I actually knew was killed when
he was climbing into a tree stand with a loaded gun. By
the way, he had a crop damage permit.
You should make plans now to attend our annual conference in February.
This one celebrates 50 of Hunter Education as well as recognizes our 1 millionth student and the certifying instructor.
There has also been some thoughts about this being the last
one. I know everyone is busy with their classes but please
remember to take the time to practice what you preach !!!
Also if you get the chance, take a kid hunting.
- Jim Robertson , MHEIA Director, Northeast Region
ST. LOUIS
The Saint Louis Region has many classes each week. The
seasons change very quickly, and our Instructors continue
to fulfill the demanding requirements of Hunter Education
Classes throughout our area. The need for quality instruction remains high everywhere so please continue in your
recruiting efforts of future new instructors. Our region has
so many good locations to host Hunter Education, so remember to tell our hosts thank you the next time you see
their representative.
I attended the State Fair Hunter Education Booth in August.
James Ragland did a superb job of again organizing this
year’s event. His efforts at coordinating the Booth each year
amaze me. He helps present a positive image of Hunter
Education to so many people at the State Fair every year. If
you are available during this time period, please contact Jim
Ragland and offer to volunteer a few hours. The joy of sharing the Hunter Education message in an informal way, and
the meeting of wonderful families from across Missouri is
worth a day in Sedalia, Missouri in August.
The National Hunting & Fishing Day Event took place at
the Busch Wildlife Conservation Area on September
23^rd . If you helped or attended at this activity you are
aware of how successful the event is every fall.
Board Activities have kept me very busy the past few months.
Jan Morris resigned from the Association in June, so the day-today duties handled by our past Executive Officer have returned
to the Office of the President.. With extra work, an additional
Board Meeting in July, and a few other requirements as your
President, I have had a busy schedule.
Be Safe.
-Douglas Wagganer, Saint Louis Director
SOUTHWEST
Congratulations to “Stan Moore” who is no
longer practicing law in Lebanon. He is now
“Judge Moore” of the Circuit Court which includes Lebanon and several other counties. Good
to know we have a fellow hunter education instructor
on the bench. Hunter education classes throughout the
region are picking up as hunting season is getting closer and
closer. By the time you read this several bow hunters will have
already harvested their first deer of the season. Southwest's annual hunter education instructors banquet was held Sat. Sept.
9th. It was at the new Crowder Shooting Range by Neosho. For
many of us this was the first time we have seen the new facility.
Anyone living in the Neosho/Joplin area should take advantage
of all they have to offer. At least go by and check it out, if you
have not already done so. Gregg Collier and Jean
Mayer did a great job organizing the event. Great Bar-b-Que
with all the trimming was catered, and it was delicious. Shooting was free on the shotgun and rifle ranges. Mike Brooks reported on the progress of the hunter education course on the
Internet. Looks as if some time next spring the first trial run
will be made. By now most of you should have received your
letter from MDC announcing the 2007 Hunter Ed Conference.
I would urge everyone to make plans now to attend. This will
be Bob Staton's last conference as he has announce his retirement effective March 1, 2007. Special activities are being
planned for the one millionth certified student and the 50th anniversary of hunter education in Missouri. Thanks to *Ray
Reece* and his group of instructors for spending so much time
putting together a Power-Point presentation for hunter education classes. If you have Power-Point capabilities and would
like a presentation CD contact me. Until next time Hunt Safely
and enjoy the Hunt.
Don Harris, SW Director
KANSAS CITY
Throughout the summer months and into the fall hunting seasons KC Region Instructors continued to organize and participate in activities that support Missouri's Hunter Education Program. Whether it was attending social gatherings or instructing
in hunter education classes, conducting field day activities or
organizing youth hunts, our instructors have repeatedly demonstrated their commitment to working together to promote hunter
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Regional Reports Continued…
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education and continue the hunting heritage.
The busy schedule of events began in June with the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) organizing two Instructor Picnics in the region.
The KC District Instructors met at the Lake City Shooting Range
on June 3rd and the Sedalia District Instructors gathered at the
Central Missouri State University Range on June 24th. A committee of KC Region Instructors held planning sessions on June 28th
and July 18th in preparation for the youth squirrel hunt.
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were provided for the participants. Again, there were two
additional hunters who were unable to participate due to a
last-minute change of plans.
Two days later on October 10th we held the KC Region
Instructors Social at the Anita B Gorman Conservation and
Discovery Center in Kansas City. This was the sixth social
in the three-year history of this semi-annual event sponsored by MHEIA. Continuing with an archery theme Earl
Foster of BB Archery was the guest speaker for the evening. Millie Foster, his wife of thirty-four years, business
partner, and archery hunting companion accompanied Earl
On July 25th instructors gathered at the Cooley Lake Access on
to the event. Earl and Millie are local legends in the archthe Missouri River for the KC Region Instructors River Excurery industry and long-time promoters of archery education.
sion. We boarded a canopy-covered boat and motored down the
Our special guests for the evening were one of the archery
river made famous by the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Along the hunt participants and his father who traveled more than
way we ventured into one of the river's many tributaries, spotted fifty miles to attend the event. The association provided
several wildlife species, and gazed up at the remnants of Fort
cake and coffee.
Osage positioned on a hill overlooking a bend in the river. A little
further down the river, and in sharp contrast to the old fort, was a The KC Region will be electing a director to represent
working power plant generating electricity for nearby Kansas
them on the MHEIA Board for the next three years. Plans
City. The event was organized by MHEIA in cooperation with
for that election were announced October 1st in a mailer
MDC and provided instructors an opportunity to relax and enjoy sent to each member of the region. A mail-in-ballot electogether an evening on the river.
tion will be conducted locally to increase the opportunity
The KC Region Instructors youth squirrel hunt and orientation
took place in Jackson County on August 4-5. Three young hunters, one female and two males, participated in the event with two
of them successfully harvesting their first squirrels. Participants
were presented a gift bag of mementoes donated by area businesses and individual instructors.
Following the hunt the mentors demonstrated how to skin squirrels and everyone enjoyed a brunch consisting of hot biscuits and
gravy and cold watermelon. Two additional hunters were unable
to participate due to last-minute changes in their plans.
David Rush led a crew of volunteer instructors who staffed a
hunter education booth at the National Hunting and Fishing Day
event on September 23rd. This is the third year that MHEIA has
organized a booth for this event that takes place annually at the
James A Reed Wildlife Area. Instructors pass out brochures promoting hunter education and provide information on upcoming
hunter education classes in the area.
The KC Region Instructors youth archery hunt and orientation
was held on October 7-8. Three young bow hunters participated in
an orientation session at the James A Reed Memorial Archery
Range on Saturday followed by a hunt in Cass County on Sunday.
These young archers were very excited to have an opportunity to
participate in the event. Each of them demonstrated good shooting
ability during the orientation, which included shooting from a
blind and a walk-through 3-D trail. Two of the three hunters spotted game during the hunt, but no shot opportunities were presented. Cass County Conservation Agents participated in the
event by stopping by for a visit and demonstrating to the young
hunters what can be expected during an Agent's field check. A
tailgate lunch of elk meat chilidogs and a gift bag of mementos
for every member of the region to participate rather than
restricting participation to only those members who attend
the Annual Business Meeting, which is conducted at the
conclusion of the Hunter Education Instructor Conference
in Lake Ozark, MO. *
Future events scheduled in the region include: an AllFemale Youth Deer Hunt, October 28-29; a Youth Muzzleloader Deer Hunt, November 25-26; and a Youth Trapping
Event, December 16-17.
- Allan Hoover, MHEIA KC Region Director
*Editor’s Note: Elections of directors are held
at the annual meeting. Until changes in the
bylaws are approved this will have to remain
so.
Regional Reports are continued on page 10
SPECIAL NOTE FOR FEBRUARY
MHEIA ANNUAL MEETING
Regions up for election of Directors for 2007 are
Northwest, Kansas City, Southeast, and Ozark.
Elections for these regions will be held at the Annual meeting in accordance with MHEIA bylaws
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
05-22-06 Water’s House, Columbia Mo. 9:55am
Present were Earl Williamson, David Rapson, Douglas
Waggoner, Don Harris, Allan Hoover, Johnny D. Viebrock,
Ron Boeddeker, Jim Robertson, Ray Joggerst, Dave Hoff,
Sarah Smith, and Jan Morris.
The meeting was called to order and Doug greeted those
present.
The Secretary’s Report was approved.
The Treasurer’s Report was approved.
MDC sent a $6000 check from the auction at the conference.
The Board went to Executive session.
The results of Executive session were that Doug Waggoner
was cleared of all charges.
Regional Reports:
N.W. 11 hunter ed classes since January, YHEC challenge
training day yesterday, an antler measuring clinic, and a
quail clinic. They have been busy. The President of the Dave
made the statement that the Association should help support
more than just kids, to support Hunter Ed Instructors.
K.C. A number of people from this region have been involved in speaking and writing against a number of things
that have been presented in committee that could affect the
Department. Four members attended the recent CFM conference. There was a K.C. Instructor’s Youth hunt involving 5
youth and was a success. Materials donated to the Association including 3 cases of shot shells and 4 cases of clays
were then donated to the B.S.A.. Bryan Bethel spoke at the
K.C. Instructor’s spring social to some 38 Instructors and
guests. The annual IHEA conference was held and Alan and
his wife attended. Guides are being sought for other Youth
hunts that are being planned in the region. The Fall social
will include some outdoor training.
Central Courses have been run at Bass Pro this spring
through the turkey season. There will be a Hunting Skills
University put on July 7, 8, and 9^th . Jeff Cockerham and
Brian Flowers will be looking for help. I presented a letter
from my son, spoke against myself and brought a retired
Navy Petty Officer to speak against the Bill that would have
exempted those who have been through Basic Training from
the Hunter Ed.
Class.
N.E. A Turkey clinic was held by Bethel and was well attended. Youth Turkey season showed a drop in youth turning
out. There are a number of dove clinics planned. A Gun
safety program was done on school property for the first time
thanks to the persuasive efforts of Farm Bureau. 300 gun
locks were handed out. A Gun safety presentation was also
done for 4H with success. A class was cancelled in Knox Co
for lack of attendance.
S.W. Rick Flint was finally retired and is the Bass Pro fishing
specialist on crappie. The YHEC workshop is going to be in
June sometime. June 17^th will have a Wheeling Sportsman’s
program. A new OSS is going to be brought in as Regina has
been promoted. A member, Stan Moore is running for the 26th
Circuit Court Judgeship in Morgan, Miller, Camden, Laclede
and Montau Counties.
S.W. A new shooting range is being built near Mansfield.
YHEC training is going to be June 3^rd . 200 gunlocks were
handed out at Walmart.
There was a fatality during the Turkey Season. There are a number of classes that have taken place. A new Instructor, Brian has
been certified and will be of great help within the Amish community there.
Ron is now looking forward to a year in Alaska, starting sometime this summer.
S.E. Nothing much to report. Ray’s Agent has been very helpful
regarding the classes.
St.L. Doug and Don met and exchanged equipment. Ron Boeddeker took an RSO class. Jim and Peggy Ragland received a
proclamation from theAssociation regarding their 50th Wedding
Anniversary. The YHEC regional will be June 10th There is a
fun shoot June 3rd – similar to the KC Social event. Jim
Ragland is asking the Directors and Deputys to help out at the
State Fair. If you would like to help the # is 1-314-839-0660.
XO Report Mo. Shooting sports organizations has a meeting
and are considering pooling to have an umbrella to coordinate
dates of events.
This could be very good for youth as it could help reduce conflicts in scheduling. If you wish to be an NRA certified Shotgun
Coach Jim Dickerson can do it through the NRA. Our affiliations with IHEA and CFM have both lapsed. There is a very
good DVD with Hunter Ed tools, graphics, slow motion, W.I.D.,
Shoot/Don’t shoot, bowhunting etc. by Oquirrh productions with
a Computer version available also. This program could be very
useful. April 7th the State Shotgun shoot took place.
Another event for Legislators took place at the United Sportsmans Club in J.C. Membership is dropping. Deadline for the
newsletter is June 3rd . The website shows no activity recently.
YHEC has 146 kids coming on June 23, 24, 25 and the committee is looking for ways to streamline the events.
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YOU ARE INVITED
MHEIA BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17TH AT 10:00 AM
WATERS HOUSE, COLUMBIA, MO
CONTACT YOUR REGIONAL DIRECTOR
FOR DIRECTIONS
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The Investigative Committee with Dave Hoff will remain intact
through the January Association meeting. Jim (chair), Dave and
Ray are now the Awards Committee.
CFM Report Jake Jacoby was recognized by CFM. 15 resolutions were passed , one of which encourages MDC to find alternate delivery of the Hunter Ed program. CFM is now a 401C3
but has set up the Design for Conservation Defense Fund 401C4
to defend the 1/8cent sales tax. The next CFM board meeting is
July 21-23 and the fall is Sept 15-17.
IHEA had its’ annual meeting in Atlanta on the 6-9th . 23 volunteers from 10 states attended. Allan tried to prevent an administrator from South Africa from filling the Instructors position
on the board. The next annual conference is in Baton Rouge
L.A. in 2007, with the next meeting to be in Sparta Illinois.
CFM is looking for Instructor involvement and is producing an
instructors listserve by each state and province the problem being how to provide and safeguard such a service. Instructors will
be separated into Rondezvous. Now there is training combined
with meetings for the next 2 conferences with hands on for instructors.
VHS format information will be converted to DVD-R, 8 copies, one per region.
Discussion ensued regarding the resignation of the Executive
Officer. A motion to” Establish a search committee to seek
and interview applicants for the position of MHEIA Executive
Officer” was made and seconded. Passed (7-1) The committee
will be formed from the membership.
The new address for the Association is: Missouri Hunter Education Instructor’s Association, P.O. Box 4505, Springfield,
MO. 65080-4505.
Don Harris was voted as Assistant Secretary. Passed (7-1)
The Secretary was appointed the Editor’s column for the next
newsletter.
A motion was made and seconded to censor the Director from
Kansas City. Passed (7-0)
Membership with CFM and IHEA has been renewed.
MDC has plans to include multistate connections starting at the
next state workshop.
Don Harris was voted as new CFM representative. Passed (71)
It was motioned, moved and passed that any future business of
the association requiring a vote be done in person and not by
email.
By-laws committee was expanded to include Dave Rapson,
Dave Hoff, Gary Sullivan, Jim Robertson, and Scott Elliott.
The rifles approved as fundraisers have been ordered.
Motion was made and passed to limit to $300 the purchase of
software to replace the current program. Two Henry Rifles wore
moved and passed to be purchased as fundraisers. Raffle items
including knives were discussed. At the annual conference a
50^th anniversary cake will be served by the Directors and the
Deputies. A student and/or an instructor form 1957 is being
sought to speak at the conference. We will continue with making
dummy ammunition. There was a quote for insurance on the
trailer at 557 yearly. Liability for Directors and Officers of Not
For Profit organizations is being looked into. Executive Officers’ responsibilities and duties was discussed. A minimum
Guideline for funding propositions was discussed. (A form to be
used when requesting funding from the Association)
Respectfully submitted.
Earl Williamson, Secretary.
SPECIAL BOARD MEETING
07-16-06 : Waters House Columbia Mo.
YHEC is in need of financial help.
A motion was made to transfer the copier to YHEC. Passed (71)
Support for the BOW program was tabled.
K.C. Region has a youth squirrel hunt planned with 5 hunters
and 5 guides. A youth trapping session has been planned in
conjunction with the Missouri Trappers Association. There
may even be a youth Black powder hunt, but that is still in
conception.
The thought was expressed that the board members should
think about “One thing to do” by the next Board meeting.
Meeting was adjourned.
The meeting was called to order at 10:00am.
The next meeting is Sunday Sept. 17th , 10:00am at the Water’s House in Columbia MO.
The Secretary’s report was read and will be corrected to add the
executive session. Minutes approved as amended.
Respectfully submitted.
Earl Williamson, Secretary.
A motion was made and seconded to release executive session
information. Passed (8-0)
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If you have any suggestions, please contact your Regional
Director immediately. He is prepared to fully explain this
pending situation, and is working hard to bring about a positive resolve to this Hunter Education issue.
Editor’s Column
I am not the most eloquent of people and when I was asked to
do the newsletter I knew I was not capable of doing it by myself
so first things first. I would like to express my deep gratitude to
Mike Ohlms, without whom this letter would not have happened. I have also spent time trying to put thoughts together to
give you, the member, an idea of what has been going on in a
positive light, especially as there have been so many negatives
floating around.
On a final note, it seems that MDC is in the process of making some changes as to how MHEIA will be involved in the
2007 Conference. I have not been officially told, but it appears that the Auction, any Raffles, and a MHEIA Booth are
all being eliminated. Until MHEIA is told about these
changes, we will continue to work towards making these
things possible.
Be Safe.
First, while there has been considerable frustration both on and
off of the board, there is a functional board. Second, changes to
the bylaws are coming that you will need to consider. This is a
reason I stayed on as a Director and I hope it will have been to
the benefit of the Association. Third, there will be some tighter
times coming financially but there is an excellent option on the
horizon that could do the Association both well and proud. (You
should really be at the lake this February as this will be a part of
the program that we could adopt here in Missouri.) Fourth, there
will be increased opportunities to bring new hunters on board in
the state. This is now important because for the first time hunter
numbers are declining in Missouri. The quality of coursework in
Missouri has reduced the number of hunting accidents to a
point of statistical insignificance. We know that that is NOT true
if the accident involves someone you know. The fight to continue good course work continues within this association.
Sometimes the rumors from Jefferson City are disheartening but
by the same token, with adversity comes opportunity. If we keep
our purposes in mind and our will to do what is right, I believe
that we will survive as both an Association and a force for good
for the citizens of the state, the Hunter Safety Course and the
Department of Conservation.
Douglas Wagganer, President
MHEIA
Missouri Department of Conservation announces……….
The Next Generation of Conservation
“The Missouri Department of Conservation is proud to have
overcome many difficulties to protect our fish, forests and
wildlife, but the future challenges to our conservation resources may prove to be the most difficult yet.”
John Hoskins, Director.
Our Mission
To protect and manage the fish, forest and wildlife resources
of the state; to serve the public and facilitate their participation in resource management activities; and to provide opportunity for all citizens to use, enjoy and learn about fish, forest
and wildlife resources.
Our Vision
To have healthy, sustainable plant life and animal communities throughout the state of Missouri for future generations to
use and enjoy, and to have fish, forest and wildlife resources
in appreciably better condition tomorrow than they are today.
Respectfully submitted
Earl Williamson Secretary
Acting Editor
To have all Missourians understand the relationship and
value of plant and animal communities to our social and economic well-being.
President’s Column Continued…
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A combination of “Self Instruction” followed by a full day of
“Field Training” appears to be the best approach at this time.
Under Instructor supervision, students would still receive hands
on involvement to firearms safety.
Our current method of instruction has worked for a long time.
This change is the product of many factors, which include available money, politics, lack of understanding, and a desire to
eliminate or circumvent what is already in place. It is time for
Instructors to join together, examine the MDC proposal changes,
and let MDC know our thoughts. MHEIA wants to be a leader in
supporting the interests of Hunter Education in Missouri and to
that direct end we will continue to extend our efforts.
To have citizens and government agencies work together to
protect, sustain, enhance, restore or create sustainable plant
and animal communities of local, state and national significance.
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OUR GOALS FOR THE NEXT GENERATION
Conserving Plants, Animals and Their Habitats
Protecting Clean and Healthy Waters
Promoting Healthy Trees and Forests
Preserving Missouri ’s Outdoor Recreation Heritage
Teaching Missourians About Fish, Forests and Wildlife
Resources
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Doug Smentkowski
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Sarah Smith
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Bradley Strope
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Raymond T. Sweet
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James Thomas
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Greg Toczylowski,
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Rex Vaughn
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Herb Wagner
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Ken Wallace
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David M. Werner
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Warren Williams
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Brian Yardley
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Thomas Yunick
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REGIONAL REPORTS CONTINUED..
OZARK REGION
For those who didn't know---I'm back from Alaska. Yep, I've
been there for the last 100 days, and now I'm home safe. I drove
all the way there, worked a 40 hr. week, and hunted & fished
when I could. I took some salmon & halibut and harvested a forkhorn moose on Labor Day! I had a great summer, but enough
about that.
CENTRAL REGION
Things are progressing in the Central Region. Personally I
have been grateful to get back to teaching Hunter Ed classes
which brought my attitude back to why I am here.
I have had opportunities to talk about Hunter Ed on the radio,
and to other groups. It seems that there is considerable support
out there for hunter ed. Keep up the good fight.
I am happy to announce that the Central Region has a Deputy
Director, Steve McGhee. Steve has been involved in Hunter
Ed for a long time and brings much needed experience. I am
also asking now for Instructors from the Central Region who
For other news, our OSS Larry Lindemann tells me a new ardhery range is planned at the Dean Davis CA notth of West Plains. are interested in continuing the MHEIA to let me know who
Also a new rifle range is being put together in Dent Co. near Sa- you are and I assure you, there are opportunities a coming that
will need good hands and steady hearts. Things are going to
lem at the Indian Trail CA.
get better.
Wright Co. had a youth hunt on Oct 1st put on by Protection Div.
Call or write and I hope to see you ALL at the lake in Feb.
for
11-15 yr. olds. There were about 15 youths who were in on this
chukar & pheasant hunt with hounds provided for the hunt. Jerry Earl Williamson
Elliot and Jeff Crites were among the MDC folks who put this all mailto:[email protected] or 573-676-5458
together.
Mr. Lindemann said he's planning our Regional Instructors Banquet at the West Plains office sometime in the first part of December. A date and time will be forth
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coming, I hope we can have a good turnout, we all have lots to
talk about I'm sure.
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This coming annual conference will be the election for Ozark
Region director, as well as 3 other regions. Having served for my •
first term, I'd take this moment to say, I'm willing to serve again. •
So your vote does matter at the conference. We will have 2 Henry
rifles ( a youth & an adult model ) to raffle off at the conference.
The conference dates are FEB. 9th, 10th, & 11th at the Lodge of
the Four Seasons at Lake Ozark, in case you have not gotten the
word.
Our next directors meeting is Dec. 17th at Columbia. Our meeting there yesterday (Oct. 22nd) did not have a quorum, only the
officers were present (Doug, Earl, Don, and myself). Next time
we'll do a little better I'm sure, (some had the wrong date, others
were working).
Last but not least, I've asked our OSS about the possibility of we
instructors being involved with a youth deer hunt at Peck Ranch
CA for the fall of 2007. If we could guide for like 10 youngsters--this could make one super event for some young persons. Volunteers are sure to be needed, pending approval from Peck Ranch,
of course.
Till next time, safe hunting.
Ron Boeddeker Ozark Region
P.S. I do love Alaska, I do! I do! I do!
Supporting Conservation in Our Communities
Helping Private Landowners advance Conservation
Serving Nature and You on Conservation Areas
Accounting for Department Operations
This is only the Mission, Vision and Goals for MDC for the
next generation. The complete outline of how this plan will be
accomplished is contained in their Next Generation of Conservation brochure and in the September issue of The Missouri
Conservationist Also you can access and read the complete
program on the MDC web site at www.mdc.mo.gov.
The Missouri Department of Conservation is committed to the
people and resources of the state and pledge they will accomplish this plan.
We as Missouri Hunter Education Instructors and members of
MHEIA should as individuals and as an Association pledge to
assist, support and encourage The Missouri Department of
Conservation as they endeavor to fulfill this pledge. I would
urge each member to study this plan from one of the above
sources, then contact the OSS in your region and offer your
support and assistance in working together to accomplish this
worthwhile goal.
Don Harris, SW Region Director
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