Santa Visiting the Ikes on Dec 20

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Santa Visiting the Ikes on Dec 20

Santa is coming to the IKES on Wednesday, December 20th from 6-8:30 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 for some great food and presents for the kids or grand-kids!

Reservations are recommended but not required by calling 272-3660. Give us a Jingle and visit Kris Kringle! 

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77th Annual Feather Party - Nov 8 from 6-9pm

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77th Annual Feather Party - Nov 8 from 6-9pm

Izaak Walton will be hosting its 77th Annual Feather Party on Wednesday, November 8th 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.

There will be plenty of tickets available at the door. Tickets are $10.00. Tickets can be used for food and drinks. Tickets should have been received by our IWLA members last week. The stubs should be received by Tuesday, November 8th.

We are also in need of donations, tip board items and door prizes. We also need help during the event selling tickets and in the kitchen. Proceeds from the event will be used to replace the garage door at the caretakers house and provide a work trailer for the caretaker.

If you are willing to donate or volunteer for the event, please contact Mike Hay at 574-271-0973 (Home) or 269-240-8756 (Cell).

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Dine & Learn: History of Fishing on October 18→

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Dine & Learn: History of Fishing on October 18

We welcome back Mr. Ric Ladonski to the IKES on Wednesday, October 18th. Mr. Ladonski will deliver a stimulating program on the history of fishing with an emphasis on local fishing manufacturing history including the South Bend Bait Company. The owner of South Bend Bait, Ivar Hennings, was an avid IKE supporter and past president of our local, State and National IWLA. See photo of Hennings plaque to rededicated to our organization.

Mr. Ladonski is an expert appraiser of bait and tackle. All IKES are encouraged to bring their vintage bait and tackle to the program for a free appraisal!

He will bring vintage local items for display from the Anthony Sobecki Lure Company, the J.A. Hardy Tackle Company, the Roy L. Kimble Bait company and South Bend Bait and Tackle.

Dinner starts at 6:30 P.M. Program starts at 7:30 P.M.
Menu: City Chicken with the trimmings
Cost: $9 adults FREE hot dogs for the kids!
Call in your reservations by Mon. Oct. 16th at 272-3660

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Early History of Area Fur Trading→

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Early History of Area Fur Trading

We welcome back Kristie Erickson, curator from the South Bend History Museum to the IKES on Wednesday, Sept. 27th.

Dinner starts at 6:30 P.M. Program starts at 7:30 P.M.
Menu: Roasted pork chops with the trimmings
Cost: $9 for adults and FREE Hot Dogs 12 and under!
Call in your reservations by Tuesday Sept. 26th by 10 A.M. at 272-3660

Early History of Area Fur Trading

Ms. Erickson will discuss the new Museum exhibit “Voyagers.” She will explain in detail the early history of the Great Lakes Fur Trade Era (1600s-early 1800s) and detail the hardships, lifestyles, demands and rewards of this unique time in history. Listen in awe to Kristie describe months long journeys from France to the Great Lakes for trappers to claim their goods to sell to fur companies. This will be an enlightening and educational program for all ages. Bring a friend!

Click here to download the September Newsletter

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Dine & Learn - "Birds of a Feather" on May 17

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Dine & Learn - "Birds of a Feather" on May 17

We welcome Mr. David Wistreich, owner of Wild Birds Unlimited in Mishawaka, to the IKES on Wednesday, May 17th. Mr. Wistreich will explain in detail the twenty most common birds in our area.

David will describe their habitats, food preferences and best times to view them. He will also present basic bird calls and how to remember them. This will be a very educational program for birders at all levels.

Remember that this our last dinner/program of the spring. Our next event is the annual Hog Roast
featuring the Whistle Pigs on August 19th. See you at the IKES!

When: Wednesday, May 17th. Starts at 6:30 P.M. Program starts at 7:30 P.M.
Where: Izaak Walton League Clubhouse
Menu: Tender pork chops with the trimmings
Cost: $9 adults $6 12 and under
Call in your reservations by Mon. May 15th at 272-3660

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