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MESSAGE FROM KENNY WILLIAMS - Montana Walleyes Unlimited
State President
Hello fellow club members,
Spring is in the air and the Ice is slowly starting to go away. It won’t be
long before it is time to get the boats and camping gear out.
The state convention was a huge success in Lewistown, with a sell out crowd
on hand. I want to personally thank all those who put in a lot of hours to
put on a great show. The opening ceremony was a big hit with some of central
Montana’s youth performing the national anthem, youth Essay contest winner
reading her story and the Fergus Eagle drum line. The following folks were
inducted into the Hall of Fame; Erv Klitzke, Bob Bar, Linda Rettig, Alvie
Hallock, Bruce and Kay Storlies. These fine folks have put in a lot of hard
work and dedication for the organization over the years and truly are
deserving of it. A young man by the name of Tyler Moline received the
presidents youth award for helping at kids fishing days, walleye spawn at
Fort Peck and helping set up for the banquets over the years. Great Job! The
president’s award was a tuff one to do since I could have given a truck load
of these out to individuals that do a ton of work and continue to help me
every time I need it. This year it went to Bob Klein. I want congratulate
all those who received awards that night, great job and keep up the good
work.
The membership meeting was also well attended with some
important issues discussed. Memberships are still a work in progress, but
with some folks stepping up I know it will soon be up to date and more
efficient for all. Please check out the minutes on the web or in this issue
of Fishtails.
One question I have received over the last year has been (Why should I join
Walleyes Unlimited and what are you about?) I asked several members these
questions and have received a lot of different answers. This is no big
surprise to me. I always knew that as Walleyes Unlimited of Montana we were
a diverse group of individuals. Diversity is what I believe makes an us
strong as an organization. With that we must always be aware that we are
trying to accommodate all of different people. Here are some of the answers
I received in no particular order:
1. Opportunity to be part of something great.
2. Lobbyist (a voice for warm water fishing and all fishing opportunities)
3. Emphasis on Kid programs
4. Great friendships/Good times
5. Fish tails Magazine
6. Learn to catch more fish
7. Common goal related to Fishing opportunities around the state
8. Participation in events (Tournaments/Banquets, etc.)
9. Community involvement
10. Grass roots organization not being controlled from afar.
These answers are why I feel we are a great organization and
none of these reasons are wrong for joining our organization. I know some
may think so, but I for one do not, and if you stop and think about it here
is why. Some people have the passion for the youth and others not so much,
but at the same time those that don’t may be great at legislative issues,
building boat ramps, shelters, helping out our military folks, organizing
work day’s and so on. All of these are important in that we don’t have a
future if the youth don’t get involve and they have a place to go fishing.
The reasons could go on and on, but you see my point. It takes a lot of
different people to get a lot of things done. The goal is still the same no
matter what. Fishing and Opportunity to enjoy the Outdoors in the Future!
So next time you are asked why someone should join Walleyes Unlimited of
Montana and what do they get? You have some points to share.
I hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable spring filled with
big fish, great memories with family and friends. Invite someone new into
the outdoors and sign up a new member.
And always TAKE A KID FISHING.
Thanks for all your hard work and dedication.
Kennie Williams
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