16th Annual Hunter Clinic
June 17, 2008
Sportsman’s Warehouse Phoenix
 

Sportsman’s Warehouse in Phoenix once again hosted our 16^th Annual Hunter’s Clinic on June 17^th. Over 80 hunters and their guests were treated to a wide variety of presentations on subjects important to the outcome of their upcoming hunts.  Topics included Optics, Trophy Evaluation, Pronghorn Growth, Taxidermy, Practical Field Care, and Hunting Tactics for Firearms and Archery. 

In addition to the formal presentations, representatives of the five AG&FD regions with antelope hunts this fall were on hand to discuss the specific hotspots in the game management units drawn by the hunters in the audience.

There were 34 attendees who decided to become members of the AAF that evening and were entered into a special drawing for a $100 Sportsman’s Warehouse gift card, which was won by Justin Wilkins. We also had many fine antelope mounts on display. Those who willingly brought their mounts for display were entered into a drawing for a $50 Sportsman’s Warehouse gift card, which was won by Joe Moodie.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all the volunteer presenters:
Pete Cimellaro
Dave Conrad
David Brown
Greg McBride
Corky Richardson
Game & Fish Region Reps Rick Langley, Lee Luedeker, Darren Tucker, Jim Heffelfinger, Jake Fousek

A big thanks also goes to Sportsman’s Warehouse store manager Bruce Gibson and his folks for the outstanding support they provided in helping us plan, set up, and conduct the clinic.  Sportsman’s Warehouse generously donated a Ruger model 77 rifle to the Foundation, which was raffled off during the clinic to help offset our costs. The rifle was won by Ray Schroeder.

Finally, thanks to Past President Warren Leek for organizing this event, and for donating the $150 prizes for our new member and antelope mount raffle drawings.

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Testimonials:
I attended the clinic last night and thought it was tremendous. I am grateful for the knowledge gained. Thanks again for the great clinic.   Brian

I wanted to thank you for putting on a great seminar. I’ve been to a lot of seminars throughout the many years I’ve hunted and I’d have to say this was undoubtedly the most informative. Every base of hunting this unique animal was covered. Things that stuck out above and beyond were:

1. The gentleman that gave that talk on field care. Many useful tips!
2. The access to all the information to each of the units. Each Game & Fish manager did a great job stepping up to help.
3. I’ve seen Corky Richardson on a few hunting shows but this is the first time I’ve had the privilege of listening to him in a seminar. It sure is nice to hear someone, especially someone with his experience, to have so much passion in what he’s talking about. When he was done, I just wanted to grab my bow and head out!

I’m very glad I joined your organization and thanks again!  Michael Tuhy
 

Read about past clinics below.

Hunter’s Resources 2007 Clinic 2006 Clinic 2005 Clinic 2004 Clinic 2003 Clinic 2002 Clinic