WSMLA General Member’s Meeting January 13, 1996
Meeting called to order at 1:43 p.m.
WSMLA President Dave Tyrell thanked everyone for coming. Special thanks to Mike Corrigan, Phil Niessan, Lee Hardin, the Gun Fair demonstrators and the people who put the December newsletter together at the last minute (Bryan Youngberg and Mike Cash).
Minutes: The reading of the 1995 Convention minutes was dispensed with, since they had been published in the 1995 January/February newsletter and posted at the convention next to the registration table. There were no minutes for the May 1995 and July 1995 board meetings.
Treasurer’s Report: Scott Gormley presented an accounting of the 1995 expenditures and income. See attached ledger sheet from January 12th Board Meeting. Scott pointed out such unusual expenditures as volume purchase of shooting medallions, a CD purchase and a $200 donation to Pierce family. Bottom line was that we were in the black by approximately $400.
Guest Speakers and Presentations
Introduction of NRA representative: Will Lederer - rep for CO and WY, lives in Cheyenne. Just wanted everyone to know he was available. Will explained he was active with the Friend’s of NRA, and that they help put on auctions and fund raisers for shooting affiliates. Will is also active with various educational programs such as the Eddie Eagle Program. Fifty percent of proceeds from fund raisers go to the NRA and are used specifically for the Eddie Eagle program. Will also mentioned NRA involvement in gun safety programs, Boy Scout programs and women’s self defense training. None of the money from donated funds goes to salaries or administrative costs. If anyone has any needs along these lines get a hold of Will at the following address: Will Lederer
PO. Box 1086
Cheyenne, WY 82001 (Phone 307-634-3531 or FAX 307-634-3429)
Jim Haynes and Joe Delleron of the (OWNR) were introduced. Jim stated that the Western National Rendezvous would be on Powder River Pass. WY for 1996. Can use volunteers to help out with Rendezvous. Phil Niessan and Tony Larvie have been helping out throughout the year. Jim asked everyone to please come and support the OWNR. Joe Delleron said he would like to dispell some rumors. Joe stated, “This is what is going on ...” the OWNR is currently involved in a lawsuit with the NMLRA over the Western Nationals and that this suit will probably be an on going issue for some time to come.
Tony Larvie and Phil Niessan presentation - Tony and Phil are coordinating shoots at the OWNR Rendezvous. They requested that anyone interested in helping with range officering and running shoots contact them. Shooting activities will be scheduled out in advance so that work details are known ahead of time. Dates for Western Nationals: July 12 thru 21st, 1996. Preregistration forms at OWNR trade table.
Traveling Trophy awards: Qualifiers in the Sub Junior’s Category were: Josh Lahto and Judd Stickney. Qualifiers in Junior’s Category: Kyle Lahto, Shawn Corrigan, Craig Hayes, Brett Stickney and Caleb Pierce. Qualifiers in the Men’s Category: Dean Grogan, Verlin Danner, Dave Tyrell, Duane Honadel, Mike Cash, Larry Webster, Vince Lukuwiak, Rick Conwell, Dave Wilson and Ed Green. Qualifiers in the Women’s Category: Alice Arneki, Velma Harlow, Cindy Honadel, Janice Gormley, Patty Tyrell, Alison Youngberg, Judy Lawrence, Stefanie Ross and Joe Stickney.
Overall Winners were: Judd Stickney, Sub Juniors’ and Kyle Lahto, Juniors’
Judy Lawrence, Women’s and Ed Green, Men’s
1995 Challenge Match Scores: 296X Cindy Honadel Top Women’s Score
382XX Gary Gavin, Top Men’s Score
312X Don Korn, Top Senior’s Score
WSMLA State Shoot - Velma Harlow and Gary Gavin made presentations to the Winners
1st place Flint Aggregate - Ron Abbott, 2nd place - Verlin Danner, 3rd place - Phil Nissan
1st place Percussion Aggregate - Junior Molina, 2nd place - Verlin Danner, 3rd - Ferlin Harris
1st place Ladies’ Aggregate - Tracy Jones, 2nd place - Barb Webster, 3rd place - Judy Lawrence
1st place Sub Junior Aggregate - Trevor Ycas, 2nd place - Josh Lahto, 3rd place - Judd Stickney
1st place Junior Aggregate - Kyle Lahto, 2nd place - Rhett Stickney, 3rd place - Jason Harris
1st place Squirrel Aggregate - Verlin Danner
1st place Big Bore Aggregate - Verlin Danner, 2nd place - Ed Green
1st place Cross-Stick Aggregate - John Ycas
1st place Men’s Pistol - Kelly Buxbaum, 3rd place Scott Gormley
1st place Women’s Pistol - Judy Lawrence, 2nd place - Jan Gormley, 3rd - Cindy Honadel
1st place Junior Pistol - Rhett Stickney
Postal Match: Trinidad Herrara - explained rules for Men’s, women’s and Junior classes. Shooting Classes: Score > 25 Marksman, > 35 Sharpshooter, > 45 Expert
Marksman Qualifiers - Pat McCoy, Joe Chisek, Duane Stroup, Red Dye, Dave Lubowiak, Gordon Schonover, Pat Foster and Rhett Stickney
Sharpshooter Qualifiers - Dan Shively, Ron Perincini, Pat McCoy, Mike Corrigan, Paul Duke, Vince Lubowiak, Vern Fauss, Rod Dye, J. Lantis, Charlie Stickney and Judy Lawrence
Expert Qualifiers - James Herrara, Frank Elzay, Gail Folston and Bryan Youngberg
Top Gun Verlin Danner 47XX, Tracy Jones 47XXX, Kevin Miller 43X, Judd Stickney 41
Top aggregate Charlie Stickney 354, Judy Lawrence 315, Rhett Stickney 235, Judd Stickney 344
Top Ladies Team Spirit Mountian Longrifles from Powell 910XXXX
Top Men’s Team Bighorn Basin Muzzleloaders from Tensleep 1159XXX
Had some problems this year, but nothing big. Lost score for Bryan Youngberg resulted in a new Top Aggregate of 385XX by Bryan Youngberg. Dave thanked Trinidad. Only one who seems to understand the Postal Match.
Nominations for Board of Directors: Dave Lehto, by Trinidad & 2nd, Charlie Stickney by Bryan Youngberg & 2nd, Dennis Obert by Mike Corrigan & 2nd, Bryan Wilczewski by Mike Cash & 2nd, Dave Wilson by Charlie Stickney & 2nd, Mary Stack by Phil Niessan & 2nd. Gary Millhouse moved nominations close, 2nd. Motion passed. Each of the Nominees gave a short speech.
Bids for State Shoot:
Bighorn Basin Muzzleloaders for July 27-28 (3 votes)
Spirit Mtn Longrifles for Labor Day Weekend, 9/7-9 on same range as BBM, (17 votes)
Deer Creek ML for June 29-30 (21 votes)
State Shoot will be held in Glenrock on June 29-30, hosted by the Deer Creek Muzzle Loaders
Club Shoot Dates:
FEBRUARY Deer Creek Winter Challenge Match Feb 17-18 19 in Glenrock
APRIL Powder River Plainsman Pie Shoot April 14 in Gillette
MAY Club shoot in Gillette May 18-19
State Cannon Shoot on May 18-19 in Casper?
Windriver Muzzle Loaders May 27-29 Memorial Day Weekend
JUNE Popo Agie Rendezvous June 8-9
Casper State Games June 9
Primitive Skills Competition in Casper June 22-23
WSMLA State Shoot in Glenrock on June 29-30
JULY 1838 Rendezvous July 3 -10
LaRamie River B.P. Brigade, Wyoming Territorial Park Rendezvous July 6-7
1996 Western Nationals Rendezvous July 12 - 21
AUGUST Whiskey Mtn Buckskinners Rendezvous Aug 9-11
Sierra Madre Muzzle Loaders Rendezvous and Shoot in Saratoga Aug 24-25
Spirit Mtn Longrifles Shoot Labor Day Weekend, August 31 thru Sept 2
Election Results for Board Members: Elected for 3 years terms were Dave Lahto, Mary Stack, Charlie Stickney and Dennis Obert with Dave Wilson elected to fill a one year term and Brian Wilczewski elected as an alternate to fill any vacant Board seats on Sunday.
Convention: Mike Corrigan reminded everyone that there would be free beer, courtesy of the Holiday Inn, during dinner tonight. Hold on to your white ticket for drawing of the free room (good for this year or next), must be present to win. Auction items on display outside of the Gun Fair room. See Tony Larvie or Bryan Youngberg if you haven’t yet voted for the photo of your choice. Kathy Clymer asked who to contact for future workshop volunteers. Phil Niessan acknowledged he was the responsible party to contact. JoAnn asked that announcements for workshops be made around the corner from the room as several people couldn’t hear.
Motion to adjourn by Rick Conwell, second by Ray Lawrence. Meeting adjourned at 3:03 pm