What's New at Izaak?
We welcome all members old and new along with their guests to the IKES on Wednesday, April 17th. It is our most popular program of the year, the annual tree seedling giveaway in honor of Arbor Day and Earth Day. The IKES have been giving away tree seedlings for seven decades!
Species this year are: Eastern Redbud, Eastern White Pine, Persimmon, Ninebark, and White Flowering Dogwood.We are delighted to offer 5 different species. There will be a presentation by Vice President John Manuszak describing this year’s species along with valuable planting tips. This is yet another activity that benefits our community and members alike.
Dinner starts at 6:30 P.M. Tree handout starts at 7:30 P.M.
Menu: Polish chicken dinner with the trimmings
Cost: $9 adults $6 12 and under
Call in your reservations by Mon. April 15th at 272-3660
Fishing Day Event Planned
Saturday, June 1st marks our fishing day event at the ponds. Come out for fishing fun! Equipment and refreshments provided. No Indiana License is required that day. It’s a free fishing day at the IKES!
Honeysuckle Eradication
Thanks again to Boy Scout troop 421 and the Klaybor family for the 5 weekends spent on Honeysuckle eradication at the 3rd pond. More such projects are planned and volunteers are always needed. Contact anyone below for more details & check our website.
A Note from the President
We have two great events this month at our IKES. First off, our popular tree seedling give away is Wednesday, April 17th. The seedlings are quite costly, so it is strongly encouraged to pre dig your holes and be ready to plant your trees right after bringing them home to give them a better chance for survival. Secondly, we are having an “open park” day on Saturday, April 20th from 1-3 P.M. We will be handing out the remaining seedlings to members and the public along with offering tours of the grounds!
Deadline for the annual Stan Klaybor scholarship award is April 30th. The $500 award is given to an area High School senior pursuing a degree related to the environment, and honors our perennial contributor, Stan Klaybor. The recipient will be awarded at our May dinner/program.
Most members have received their membership badges by now. Please display your badge when on the grounds. The easiest way is to punch a hole in it and wear it around your neck with a lanyard.
We welcome back Mr. Garry Harrington to the IKES on Wednesday, March 20th. Mr. Harrington, director of the Rum Village Nature Center, will present a program rich in detail describing the species of reptiles and amphibians we may encounter as Spring finally approaches.
Garry will be bringing along some live examples including a fox snake, tiger salamander, eastern box turtle, toads and more. Garry is a well versed naturalist and will field any questions you might have. This will be a great family event so be sure to bring the kids (free hot dogs) and a guest.
Dinner starts at 6:30 P.M. Program starts at 7:30 P.M.
Menu: corned beef and cabbage with the trimmings
Cost: $9 adults free hot dogs for the kids!
Please call in your reservations by Mon. March 18th at 272-3660. We need an accurate count for the caterer.
When: Saturday, 4/13, 9 am - 12 pm
Check-in stations: Veterans Memorial Park & Keller Park
Other information: Dress appropriately - Long pants, long sleeves, rugged work shoes, and work gloves. Trash bags and drinking water provided. Additional trash-moving tools are welcome.
For Questions call Mike Hay at (269) 240-8756 or email Amy Roush at aroush(@southbendin.gov
Register at: http://bit.ly/sbrivercleanup
Every volunteer will receive a community service certificate!
February Dinner/Program, “How to Attract Birds”
We welcome Greg Leyes, bird and plant expert, to the IKES on Wednesday, February 20th.
Mr. Leyes will explain in detail the importance of feeding birds all year long especially in the Winter months. He will describe the ideal plants and flowers you should have to attract our feathered friends along with the nutritional value of various seeds and grains. Greg will also talk about bird migration patterns in our region. This will be an enlightening and educational program for all ages. Bring a friend and enjoy!
Dinner starts at 6:30 P.M.
Program starts at 7:30 P.M.
Menu: City Chicken with the trimmings Cost: $9 for adults and FREE Hot Dogs 12 and under!
Call in your reservations by Tuesday morning, Feb. 19th by 10 A.M. at 574-272-3660
Another Season, Another Reason for the IKES 95 years.
Our local chapter of the Izaak Walton League is 95 years old! As a strong environmental group, we have made countless contributions to benefit our community. We plan on making many more.
In order to thrive, we rely on our membership. Not only do we need a membership base, we need members to become active. This includes attending meetings and serving on our board of directors. This requires a minimal time involvement to help make important decisions. I want to extend a BIG thank you to board members who are retiring. Both our treasurer Ken Kanczuzewski, and membership director Bob Fitzpatrick have announced their retirement. Both have over 25 years of dedicated service to the IKES. They were instrumental in all our major lodge remodeling and building projects. Their contributions are unparalleled and their presence will be sorely missed. Also, Kaine Kanczuzewski, programs director plans to finish his term ending this year.
Why did you join the IKES? This question and more will be asked of you in a survey that will be mailed to you soon. We would like to start an event weekend each month where we will have a special event and/or work project to participate in.
Archery News
Archers will be shooting leagues indoors through March on Tuesdays and Wednesdays (except for dinner/programs) and move outdoors in April. All are welcome to join in on the fun and learn a few pointers!
Santa is coming to the IKES on Wednesday, December 12th from 6-8:00 P.M. He has gifts for all the good boys and girls along with FREE Hot Dogs, Fries, Hot Chocolate, Cider and Cookies for the whole family. Come join the fun! This free event is being held to honor our valued members. Without you, we could not survive as an organization. Please come on out the 12th for some great food and presents for the kids or grandkids!
Reservations are recommended but not required by calling 272-3660. Give us a Jingle and visit Kris Kringle!
Add the Izaak Christmas Party to your calendar!
Izaak Walton will be hosting its 78th Annual Feather Party on Wednesday, November 14th from 6:00 - 9:00 pm.
The Feather Party is an annual fundraiser with door prizes, raffles, 50/50s, tipboards and turkey give-away! It's always a great time. The IKES always hold this event near Thanksgiving to give folks a chance to win a Turkey.
Tickets will be on sale at the door. We are not sending tickets out this year. Tickets are $10.00. Tickets can be used for food and drinks.
We also need volunteers to help at the event. Call 574-2371-0973 to help. Show up and HAVE FUN! Reservations requested but not required by e-mail or phone mtizhay.hay@gmail.com or 574-271-0973.
Mail donations to St. Joe County IWL 20400 Darden Road South Bend, IN 46637
Adults 21 and over only please.
We welcome Mr. Zach Dripps from MACOG to the IKES on Wednesday, October 17th. MACOG (Michiana Area Council of Governments) is a regional planning organization that assists local governments in solving interlocal issues. MACOG is working on several exciting plans. These include a regional Trail Branding and Wayfairing Guide Along with the Michiana on the Move 2045 Transportation Plan.
The Regional Trail Branding and Wayfairing, in partnership with Convention and Visitor Bureaus, is to develop a regional overlay that will be used to promote our 800 miles of trails and on road bike routes.
The Michiana on the Move 2045 Transportation Plan envisions how the region plans to grow in the next 25 years and its impacts to our transportation network. It will address projects and improvements needed to address the challenges.
Do not miss this event. See you at the IKES!
Dinner starts at 6:30 P.M. Program starts at 7:30 P.M.
Menu: Roast Beef with the trimmings
Cost: $9 adults FREE hot dogs for the kids!
Call in your reservations by Tuesday A.M. Oct. 16th at 272-3660
P.S. Mark your calendar for the annual Feather Party on November 14th!
Join us for the monthly Dine & Learn on Wednesday, Sept 19. This month we welcome Sean Field, a researcher at Notre Dame. Popularly, archaeologists are associated with excavations in distant, exotic locations. However, modern archaeological practice is often far different - today researchers employ a wide array of technologies (from satellites to super-computers) in order to investigate the past. One of the most recent advancements has been the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), or drones, to detect archaeological features in the landscape. To demonstrate these methods, I present two case studies on drone usage in archaeological practice; 1) for the detection of unrecorded Ancestral Pueblo sites in Southwestern Colorado, and 2) for the documentation of medieval and historic sites on Irish islands.
Dinner starts at 6:30 P.M. Program starts at 7:30 P.M.
Menu: City Chicken with the trimmings
Cost: $9 for adults and FREE Hot Dogs 12 and under!
Call in your reservations by Tuesday Sept. 18th by 10 A.M. at 272-3660
Join us for everyone's favorite event of the year. Izaak Walton will be hosting the 33nd Annual Hog Roast!
This year the local favorite band High Life will providing the musical entertainment for the evening. High Life plays a variety of classic rock and pop . The event will be held outside the clubhouse on Saturday, August 25 and starts at 6:00 pm with the band starting at 7:30.
There is no entry fee to hang out and listen to the music. Food is an additional $10/plate. Drinks will be available for an extra charge. We will have the usual grilled corn on the cob, sides, and of course slow-cooked hog!
Everyone of all ages is welcome.
We welcome Ms. Jan Hunter, owner of Natural Native Nursery in South Bend, to the IKES on Wednesday, May 16th. Ms. Hunter is also the President of the northern chapter of INPAWS (Indiana Native Plant and Wildlife Society). She will explain in detail the benefits of planting native species, issues and problems with invasive species, and native plantings that encourage native pollinators.
Remember that this our last dinner/program of the spring. Our next event is the annual Hog Roast
featuring the Whistle Pigs on August 18th.
Dinner starts at 6:30 P.M. program starts at 7:30 P.M.
Menu: swiss steak with the trimmings
Cost: $9 adults $6 12 and under
Call in your reservations by Mon. May 14th at 272-3660
