| Because of the great flood of August-07, the WFSC took a major hit ,both on club property, and lands where we have fishing easements. Substantial damage occurred on our grounds, yet we were spared damage to the buildings. We are in the planning stages to repair the damage in the park along with a spot near the end of River Road. Of particular concern is the damage that occurred on the unnamed trib midway between Avalanche and Bloomingdale.This water is a nursery area for native Brook Trout. This trib is the vital to natural reproduction in that area. |
| We will be releasing 3000 wild strain Brookies from the Westfork/Living Waters rearing pond on April 22 (Tuesday) at 9:00 am.- always an interesting time. Help needed. The club appreciates the efforts of Randy Widner and Mark "squirrel"Lindvig for snow removal this hectic winter. |
| The West Fork Club wants to thank all the persons and clubs that pulled together and made the Shabazz event a great success last year. Project Green Team is returning in May. |
| Thanks to all who helped and supported our Sept.29 fundraiser. In spite of short notice , we generated roughly $1100 at the event. Generous donations and members willing to roll up their sleeves made it a success. |
| Yearly memberships expire at the end of Febuary. Send renewals to: JuneWidner S 3534Cty Rd"S" Viroqua,Wi 54665 You may also renew your membership using the paypal link on the club's website.(www.westforksportsmansclub.org) Annual meeting and club elections are Sat. June 7, 2008 at 8:00pm |
| We have installed a new whole system water filter along with new urinal valves plus a new 1.6 gallon toilet in the men's room. The club house furnace was replaced recently with a new high effiency unit. |
| The cabins need paint on the exterior and the little one needs a new roof. The big cabin was remodeled because of a major plumbing leak. Many other improvements to the cabins are in the process, waiting for the weather to cooperate. Your ideas are welcomed. Work Day is set for Sat.April, 12-painting the club house interior. Food and drink will be provided. |
| We are changing the power line that feeds the big shelter, placing it underground. A new infrared motion detector light will be in place at the bathroom entrance. A local electrician has already reviewed these projects. |
| The WFSC wants to thank the Wahl Clipper Corp, Shabazz group, Bob Sholiton, Steve Ryan, Seth Pierrepont Foundation, Mark Moorman, Robert O'lock, TU.Aldo Limited Chapter, David KempMD, John O'Leary, Peter Koenig, Robert Hartwig, and David Dornblaser for their generous donations. Thank-you everyone for your support this past year. |
| Thank-You to Greg Wahl for donating to the club the new laptop that's being used to compile this newsletter and the membership list. |
| Because of the emerald ash borer, campers are reminded to not bring firewood from outside Vernon County. |
| Anyone interested in being on a nominating committee for the June general election, please contact any officer or use any email link on the site. Problems? Questions? Suggestions? Contact us at westforksports@yahoo.com |
| Next regular meeting is set for April 25, 2008 at 7:30p.m. Regards from the valley! Bryan (Trapper) Voldahl [Newsletter Editor] |