33rd Annual Hog Roast - Aug 25 at 6pm

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33rd Annual Hog Roast - Aug 25 at 6pm

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.

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Dine & Learn - Benefits of Planting Native Species

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Dine & Learn - Benefits of Planting Native Species

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

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Dinner and Tree Giveaway on April 18 for Arbor Day→

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Dinner and Tree Giveaway on April 18 for Arbor Day

We welcome all members old and new along with their guests to the IKES on Wednesday, April 18th. 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 over 70 years!

Species this year are: Tulip Poplar, White Oak, Sugar Maple, Sweetgum, Kousa Dogwood, Allegheny Serviceberry and Canaan Fir.

We are delighted to offer seven different species this year. The seedlings become more costly each year, so it is imperative that they find a thriving new “home”. Scope out your yard now and pre-dig your holes so you can give your trees a head start. This is yet another activity that benefits our community and members alike. See you at the IKES!

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 16th at 272-3660

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Stan Klaybor Environmental Scholarship→

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Stan Klaybor Environmental Scholarship

The St. Joseph County Izaak Walton League is awarding a five hundred dollar ($500.00) scholarship to a senior graduate attending a St. Joseph County high school in the state of Indiana. The deadline for submission is April 30, 2018. Click here to download all the requirements.

Requirements are as follows:
1. To pursue a college degree in the area(s) of environmental management, environmental
engineering, wildlife biology, science or management, agriculture, forestry or associated field.
2. To have a GPA of 2.5 at the time of application.
3. To submit a typed essay with a plan that reflects the goals of the Izaak Walton League Pledge.
4. To forward a short letter from the high school’s guidance counselor, principal or subject teacher as to the worthiness of the candidate.
5. To provide a transcript of high school credits and grades.

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23rd Annual River Cleanup - Saturday, April 7, 9-1pm

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23rd Annual River Cleanup - Saturday, April 7, 9-1pm

Izaak Walton, in partnership with the Friends of the St. Joe River, will be participating in the 23rd annual river cleanup on Saturday, April 7th from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. We are looking for any and all volunteers! 

CHECK-IN STATIONS: Veterans Memorial Park just west of IUSB & Howard Park

DRESS APPROPRIATELY: Long pants, long sleeves, rugged work shoes, work gloves (waterproof if possible). Trash bags and drinking water will be provided.

TOOLS: Any additional trash-moving tools are welcome, such as pick-up trucks, water-craft and poker sticks.

Every volunteer will receive a community service certificate! REGISTER HERE: http://bit.ly/2FEKS4A

Want more details? Call Mike Hay at (269) 240-8756

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