Call to order at 7:30 p.m. by President Greg Gerou at the Wahpeton Community Center.
Guest: Liam Intveld was the recipient of the pheasant mount from the fall youth hunt at Chuck’s. He shared a thank you message to the club and all involved. In total the event had 16 participants and 23 birds harvested.
Attendance: Rich T., Justin K., Bob R., Nate A., Rylan S., Jack M., Cindie V., Greg B., Curt M., Greg G., Melissa S.,
Becci T.
Minutes: (No changes noted.) MSC (Melissa/Cindie) to approve January 15 minutes
Board of Directors Reports
President
- Financial support for the trap ranges. Each year we host events at both ranges and usually provide a donation per event. 2 were held at Joe Pikarski and 3 at the Head of the Red. $500 total ($100 per event) – Rich/Ryland
- Woodie Camp financial support. The event is August 2-8, 2026. $300 – Greg/Ryland
- The club won some prizes at the NWTF Banquet (Winchester Super X 12 ga., Heritage 22 LR revolver & case, fixed blade knife, folding knife and flashlight set, winter cap, 22” Blackstone with stand)
- Mooreton Sportsmen’s Club is applying for a NDG G&F Range Grant through the RRASC
- Thrivent Financial Meeting
- The decision was to totally fund an endowment of $25,000, modify our current investment to a more conservative plan, open a money market account $25,000 to utilize as a savings account.
- The endowment will allow us to receive specific donations, land, etc. in the future.
Treasurer
- All accounts $132,010 (Checking / Thrivent)
- Expenses: CC Service Charge $56.18, Econofoods $25.51, Web/Promotional $475.12, Fishing Derby and Fall Hunt Materials $1,147.20, Mooreton Trap $200, Head of the Red $300, Woodie Camp $300
- MSC (Bob/Curt)
Board of Directors
- Twin Town Archery event sponsorship for their local tournament, includes logo signage at event – $1,000 (Cindie/Rich)
- State NASP request for state tournament – $250 (Cindie/Rich)
- New reels for our summer rods are needed. Once purchased a night will be planned before May fishing tournament to get the rods set up.
General Committee Reports
Jr. Wildlife Club
- February 19 – Air Rifle Instruction. Mandy and TJ instructed the activity, we had 13 kids attend (many were new).
- March 19 – Building Birdhouses (need to determine style to build)
Public Relations
- Website renews in April. Becci is going to reach out to the company to see what other options there are that are less expensive.
- Please use the new canopy, table cloth and sail flag at all club events and those events we go to.
- Please remember to share your photos with the club (redriverareasportsmen@gmail.com) and follow and share our social posts.
Seasonal Committee Reports
- Heitkamp Ice Fishing Derby (February 21)
- Prizes and food are ready. This year they will be setting up a large tent for the registration and prize area. Currently there is good ice thickness.
- Need volunteers to help drill holes on Friday and during the event Saturday. Parking attendants are lined up.
- Vern is picking up the minnows on his way into town.
- Need to collect items from storage and the Community Center that morning. A couple of trucks should be enough.
Internal Club Contests (must be submitted by the end of the March meeting)
- RRASC Internal Hunting Contests (April – March) – Youth & Adult categories
- Deer/Elk/etc.
- Turkey Beard – Justin Kratz 8”
- Pheasant Tail Feather
- Waterfowl, # of species harvested
- RRASC Internal Fishing (Fresh/Salt Water) Contests (April – March) – Youth & Adult categories
- Cater Gerou 16” Walley and 11” Perch
- Barret Gerou 10” Perch
Other Business
- Annual club award nominations are due by the end of the March 19 meeting. Previous winners and list of awards and descriptions can be found online. https://rrasc.net/member-recognitions
- Nominations can be made online or by contacting Greg Gerou.
- Recommended the club look into a trailer. 14-16’ would work great for events and could leave items in it that are used seasonally. Great opportunity to brand for the club (moving billboard).
- Our current conceal carry instructor we have been using for certificates is moving to Oakes.
- Spring Banquet will be on April 16.
- Christmas Party will be on December 4 and needs a coordinator.
- Doug Leier was asked about the ND G&F standing on the coyote bounty activities in the state. G&F is neutral on the promotion of such activities, but also noted that it is not recommended from a sporting side.
Other Upcoming Area Events
- Richland County Pheasants Banquet – March 14 at Wahpeton Community Center
- Rocky Mountain Elk – April 11 at Wahpeton
Communication/Correspondence
The next meeting is March 19 at the Wahpeton Community Center.
Meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.