Chapters Building Habitat For Our Next Generation.
MORE COVEY NEWS AND UPDATES NEEDED
As always, we need more news from your chapter
about your activities and especially about your projects.
We know there is a tremendous number of successful
projects across the country, and we need to share your
success! Please take a few moments and snap some shots
with a digital camera and submit them for the INSIDE QU
(IQ) section of the magazine. Heck, we’ll even help you
write the article if you give us a few facts to go with your
photos. Please submit your photos and stories to dkogon@qu.org. We can almost guarantee that your chapter
stories will be published, so go ahead and send them in! We
are also constantly updating our files with chapter officer
name and address changes. It is also important we get your
e-mail addresses.Please help us keep current with your contact
information and notify national with any changes.
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In the past, teleconferences have been conducted by management staff with regional directors and state chairmen to update them on Quail Unlimited business and to receive input from state chairmen. We plan to continue these teleconferences on a regular basis to maintain transparency of the organization and to continually update our state chairmen on operations. We appreciate the time that state chairmen have taken from their work and lives to be active participants.
BANQUET FUNDS SUBMITTED TO NATIONAL As most chapters realize, the return of some chapters’ portions of funds has been delayed. We are working hard to catch up with those returns as quickly as possible. Chapters are no longer required to submit the entire 100 percent of their working net with their reports; they need only to submit the 40 percent that is due to headquarters. HOWEVER, THE FINANCIAL REPORT AND MEMBERSHIP DUES MUST BE SUBMITTED AND ALL INCOME AND EXPENSES REPORTED. PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR FINANCIAL REPORT TO P.O. BOX 70518, ALBANY, GA 31708 .THE CHAPTER SHOULD CONTINUE TO COMPLY WITH THE DEADLINES FOR REPORTING. AGAIN, CHAPTERS MAY SUBMIT ONLY THE 40 PERCENT WITH THEIR FINANCIAL REPORTS. For questions, please contact national. For future merchandise orders, contact your local merchants.
CHAPTER EVENT INSURANCE RENEWED Dawson & Taylor Insurance Providing liability insurance for chapter events and activities. The policy has been renewed through January 2012. Chapters needing a Certificate of Insurance can print out the form at the Chapters Only section on the main QU web page;fill it out and fax it to Dawson & Taylor Insurance. Dawson & Taylor Insurance will then fax, e-mail or mail the proof of insurance form back.
Their current address is 3510 Wheeler Road
Augusta, GA 30909-1824 or call (800) 925-7767.
Local calls in Georgia (706) 733-6888. FAX (706) 738-4063. http://www.dtcinsurance.com
ADDED BONUS FOR CHAPTER BANQUET ATTENDEES
Village Press is providing, at no charge, a certificate to every person that
attends your banquet that will entitle them to receive one free issue of their choice of The PointingDog Journal,The Retriever Journal or Just Labs. Please contact your RD and let themknowhowmany certificates you will need
for your banquet.
FORM 990 IRS FILING
If your chapter has gross receipts (all funds including grant monies) of $50,000 or less and you are not participating in the group filing through National Headquarters you can file the form 990-N e-postcard via the website listed below. Remember EVERYONE MUST FILE WITH THE IRS!
As you proceed with your filing, you will want to print each page after all fields are completed so that you have a record of how the e-card was completed - including the page with the passwords on them! Once you click continue or next you cannot always go back to print the previous page. Once on the website listed below you register as a new user:
http://epostcard.form990.org/default.asp
Download QU Electronic filing instruction and form 4-7-11.doc
Download 990 Group Return - Page 2.doc
Download 990 Chapter Information Sheet.xls
IL, IN, KY, OH, WV
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Illinois Quail Unlimited, in cooperation with the Illinois DNR Habitat Stamp Fund, has recently completed distribution of legume seed and glyphosate for wildlife habitat work. Over 6,000 pounds of Korean lespedeza, 9,000 pounds of ladino clover and 3,000 pounds of red clover were distributed to Illinois QU chapters, members and landowners for planting on approximately 2,500 acres. Also, over 750 gallons of glyphosate were provided for herbicide spraying on approximately 1500 acres. The glyphosate for herbicide spraying will be used on fescue conversion projects and helps prepare areas in Illinois for the legume seeding.
This popular program was made possible from a grant to Illinois Quail Unlimited from the Illinois Habitat Stamp Program, administered by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. Quail Unlimited chapters and landowners participating in the program, pay for 25% of the legume and herbicide costs, with the Habitat Stamp Program picking up the cost for the other 75%.
Patoka Hills QU, in southwest Indiana, has been active with a variety of conservation and habitat projects this year. In Febraury, the chapter sponsored the Wes Settle Annual Youth Hunt, when 30 young hunters were given the opportunity to hunt bobwhites. This popular event provides youth the ability to see top-notch bird dogs in action and introduces many of the young hunters to wing shooting.
Habitat activities involved: assisting the Hoosier Nationa Forest with shrub plantings to enhance brushy cover in an early succession management unit on the Hoosier National Forest; a seed distribution event, where over 4,500 pounds of grain and legume seed were handed out to private landowners and members for habitat plantings; plans for planting over 100 acres of native grasses/forbs/wildflowers on private lands, Glendale Fish and Wildlife Area and Vincennes University-Jasper Center and strip disking/seeding projects on the Patoka River National Wildlife Refuge property.
Kentucky Quail Unlimited announces Quail Plate Funds for six habitat and conservation activities totaling just over $16,000 for 2011. Money to fund the projects is being distributed from the proceeds from the sale of Kentucky Bobwhite Quail License Plates. Projects and activities using Quail Plate funds require matching dollars to be successfully approved. 2011 projects include: establishment of two habitat demonstration units stressing proper early succession management for bobwhites and other wildlife at Weldon Pete Park at Bowling Green and Ben Hawes Park at Owensboro; cooperative habitat management activities involving brood habitat strips and field borders at Kentucky River and Yellowbanks Wildife Management Areas and equipment purchase for use with herbicide applications and prescribed burns at the Shaker Village and Livingston County Bobwhite Quail Focus Areas.
Individuals involved with habitat projects using Quail Plate Funds include those from Shaker Village, Quail Forever, Quail Unlimited, the Kentucky Habitat Team and the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources.
Kentucky Bobwhite Quail License Plates are available for purchase throughout the state at local Kentucky Motor Vehicle Licensing locations.
Kentucky’s elk herd is the largest of any state east of the Mississippi River. With prime habitat, abundant food, mild winters, and excellent management, the herd boasts a large number of trophy elk. It is very possible the next world record elk will come from Kentucky. The Northern Kentucky Chapter #481 has been awarded a bull elk tag to help further its conservation efforts. Will YOU be the lucky hunter to place YOUR tag on one of these magnificent bulls? This tag is good in any zone open to elk hunting for the Fall 2011 season. Proceeds from the sale of this tag will benefit the chapter’s long history of conservation efforts. So, in addition to the possibility of experiencing the thrill of harvesting an elk, you will be contributing to the chapter’s worthwhile projects that include their seed give away program, underwriting the Jake/Covey day event, purchasing of much needed equipment, which will be used for habitat restoration projects, and assisting children who want to go to a conservation camp.
Raffle tickets are $100 each, and ONLY 200 tickets will be sold. Purchase your ticket(s) early. When filing in your information on the ticket, please PRINT clearly. The single winning ticket will be drawn, in full public view, by an individual not affiliated with the chapter, at a location and time designated by the chapter. The winner does not need to be present to win and will be notified by registered mail. The winning ticket holder will receive a Bull Elk Tag, (a KY resident or non-resident hunting license is required, see KDFWR website for further details), and taxidermy service by Anderson Wildlife Studio, California, KY (859-694-1520). For tickets, contact Ed Schumann at (859) 635-8682 or via e-mail at ecs262cutters@fuse.net, Robert Smith at (859) 635-5023 or via e-mail at thekysportsman@hughes.net or Rick Trumble at (859) 380-0797 or via e-mail at grtconst@aol.com.
Dave Howell, a wildlife professional, has spent his career dedicated to bobwhites, wildlife management, and conservation. He received a bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Science from New Mexico State University and a Master’s in Wildlife Biology from Iowa State University’s Cooperative Wildlife Research Unit. His life’s work began with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources in 1972, where he served as a District Wildlife Biologist.
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Patoka Hills Chapter #323, Huntingburg, Indiana New Tractor Purchase Patoka Hills Chapter purchased a new M9540 Kubota tractor in July 2010. The chapter was fortunate enough to receive the QU-Kubota discount to make the purchase possible. Their new Kubota will replace three older tractors previously used by the chapter. “The chapter celebrated its 20th anniversary in the spring of 2010. What better way, than with this tractor, to show our chapter sponsors, donors, contributors, and our community what we are all about,” said Jay Cox, chapter habitat coordinator.
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This “covey” has been a busy one with many activities planned and carried out both for youth and for landowners interested in habitat development. After a successful banquet in February, we were off and running with more to do than time. Here is a synopsis of the events hosted by our chapter:
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The Northern Indiana Chapter sponsored two Purdue students, which enabled them to attend a two-day Continuing Education Workshop for Professional Wildlife Biologists on September 28 and 29 in Madison, Indiana. The workshop targeted bobwhite quail issues. QU’s Ag/Wildlife Services Director, Dave Howell, was one of the many speakers for the event.
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On August 22, QU president Bill Bowles attended the Indiana State Council meeting held at Gander Mountain in Greenwood, Indiana. Bill reported on many exciting things that are to come for QU. I can confidently speak for everyone in attendance when I say we were all very excited to have Bill at this meeting and hear how QU is being steered in the right direction. His passion for quail and Quail Unlimited’s future health is contagious. If you get the opportunity to talk with him, I’m sure you will agree with me.
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(AR, LA, MS, TN)
Wildlife Conservation
The term wildlife means different things to different people. To a backyard wildlife enthusiast, it may mean bluebirds, chickadees and cardinals. To a hunter, it may mean bobwhite quail, squirrels and white-tailed deer. To a livestock producer, it may mean coyotes. To a gardener, it may mean hummingbirds and butterflies. For this reason, the definition of wildlife includes all living things out of the direct control of man, including undomesticated or cultivated plants and animals.
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Teaching Youth Hunter Education and Safety Classes
Thee Benton County Arkansas Chapter (BCQU) is committed to hunter education and safety. For over 15 years, the chapter has been a leader in northwest Arkansas in sponsoring hunter education classes. This year was no exception as the chapter played host to over 150 students taking the required Arkansas Hunter Education Certification Course.
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This annual event is one that all ages can enjoy. There were inflatable play sets for the kids, as well as a chance to catch a catfish in one of Mr. Hartman’s pond. Hayrides were available and this gave visitors the opportunity to view quality habitat managed for bobwhite quail. During the afternoon, there was homemade ice cream, kettle corn, and an old- fashioned supper good enough to make most cooks envious. On top of all of this, Tim Irwin and The Chillbillies Band provided live entertainment. They did some picking and grinning, which made even the most bashful people want to get up and dance. Other celebrities in attendance included Jett Williams, Hank Williams’ daughter; and Grand Ole Opry star, Jeanne Pruett. The stars were also available for photos and autographs while they were there.
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This well-organized QU chapter is one that puts words into actions. A committee chairman is elected for almost every project this chapter undertakes. By the end of this year, the Wolf River chapter will have sponsored three youth events and sent three youths to the annual Tennessee QU Youth Camp. This chapter distributed and put into the ground 1,000 pounds of sunflower seed; 13,200 pounds of soybeans; 6,000 pounds of milo; and 1,500 pounds of corn. They also manage a 212-acre piece of property in Oakland, Tennessee, where chapter members are able to obtain hands-on habitat management training, work their dogs, or just enjoy a day afield.
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We have been raising northern bobwhites for five years and currently hatch 1,000 per month. I have used the same egg supplier, Strickland Game Bird (Pooler, GA). On June 19, and after several thousand birds, we were surprised with this bird – a pure Albino chick. I don’t know how uncommon it is to have an albino bobwhite, but I thought it might be of interest to the quail community. —Submitted by Carl P. Tolar, Memphis, TN
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(DE, MA, MD, NJ, NY, NC, PA, RI, VA, VT)
(AL, FL, GA, SC)
(AZ, CA, ID, NV, OR, UT, WA)
Spring Flushing and pointing dog trials May 15, 2011, at the Prado Recreation Dog Activity Center, in Chino, CA. There will be a maximum of 40 braces and the entry fee is $70 per brace. Chukar will be planted in the field, The dog with fastest time harvesting three birds wins the event. There is a ten minute time limit to harvest the birds. There will also be a Retriever Trial with a $20 registration fee. The competitor and their dog will stage in a waterfowl blind. The bird is launched and the fastest retrieval time wins. Starting time will be at 7:30 AM at the Prado Recreation Dog Center, 17505 Euclid Ave.,Chino, CA 91710 Phone 909-597-6366. There is a park fee to enter. Please send early registration and fees to Ron Gibbons, PO Box 732, Chino, CA 91708 or call 909-902-9814. Make checks payable to Quail Unlimited. Riverside QU is one of the oldest Quail Conservation chapters in the southland. In addition to habitat projects on both BLM and USFS districts the chapter host youth hunts and support youth in the outdoors through programs at the Shooting Sports Fair and at the SCI Safari Days. For more information visit the Quail Unlimited web sites; QU national is http://www.qu.org or the Riverside chapter at www.quriverside.com.
Wildlife Agencies Develop Western Quail MOUs Dick Haldeman Two interagency MOU's for Quail Management were developed at the first face-to-face meeting of the Western Quail Working Group (WQWG). The January 6-7, 20ll, meeting was at the Western Association Of Fish and Wildlife Agencies in Tucson, Arizona. Larry Voyles, Director, Arizona Game and Fish Department, and Director Sponsor of the WQWG, proposed the meeting and was approved by WAFWA in July 2009.
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When we received Sam Reed’s entry in the Budweiser/Quail Unlimited Adopt-A-Covey competition for private landowners for the western region, the percentage of the ranch dedicated to quail habitat was impressive. After visiting the Reed Ranch near New Cuyuma, California, we were even more impressed. Other than a few acres set aside for human habitat the entire ranch is dedicated to upland habitat.
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Once again, we had another busy month for habitat. On August 7, Doug Appel and his granddaughter went up to Rincon Road and did some clearing and trail improvement on R3. On August 10, Doug and I went to check the guzzlers in the Wrightwood area installed by the chapter last year and found them full. On August 14, Dave Ramirez, John Forgy, Dale Dickinson and son Dale Jr., Doug and I were able to complete the hole on R3, set the tank in the ground, and secure the top. We also set the uprights and were able to remove all the tools we had on the site.
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