Kennel Lake Sportsmen’s Club 2015 Annual Newsletter To receive updates and reminders of Kennel Lake events please provide us with an email address to kennellake@yahoo.com Attn. Members 2015 membership fees were due January 31. If your dues are current we thank you and your 2015 membership card is enclosed. If you have yet to pay your dues, this may be your last newsletter. A fine of 10% per month, will be assessed for late fees. Please contact the Secretary for continued membership. Thank you! In an ongoing effort to better understand the needs and expectations of our members, we would love to know how you feel. Questions, comments, or suggestions, please feel free to contact your local Board member, club Secretary or attend a monthly Board meeting. Monthly Board meetings are held on the second Monday of every month at 6:00pm in the Clubhouse. Clubhouse Rental: The Clubhouse Rental fees for members are as follows: Small room $100, Large Room $150, Both rooms $225. Non-member fees: Small room $200, Large room $250, Both rooms $425 plus $100 refundable clean-up deposit for ALL rentals. 2015 Officers and Board of Directors President- Sharyl Nuske Vice President- Larry Smith Secretary- Kari Cap Treasurer- Terry Larrabee Morton- Danny Chinn, Butch Winter, Keith Schroeder Washington-Lonnie Klein, Jack Knight, Kris Reuter At Large- Darrin Munter, Melvin McConkey We currently have openings for new members. As a current member, if you refer someone to join Kennel Lake, you can earn a $25 referral credit! Call 266-9641 or mail PO Box 288 Morton, IL 61550 While out at the lake, please remember to abide by all the rules and regulations; Members only, No Pets, No Fireworks of any kind. This is for your safety as well as others! Special Thanks to all of our volunteers and those that have donated funds to the lake. Improvements, repairs, and updates have been made to the Clubhouse, lake, and grounds and more still needs to be done. Thanks to all the efforts of those that have contributed in making Kennel Lake a fun and inviting place for you and your family. Membership Cards: You must have your membership card with you while on club property. Handicap Permit: You must appear in person at a monthly Board meeting to request a handicap permit. Permits will expire every year. Previously issued permits will no longer be accepted! Violation of club rules: Any member may be fined Fifty dollars ($50) per offense for violating any rule of the club. Fine is payable within thirty (30) days from the notification of the Board. Visit us on the web at www.kennellake.com and facebook for the latest news, a full list of upcoming events and club rules. 2015 Kennel Lake Calendar of Events *Dates are subject to change* March Easter Egg Hunt Saturday March 28th at 1pm April Spring Clean-up Saturday April 4th Saturday April 11th Saturday April 18th Saturday April 25th at 8:00am at 8:00am at 8:00am at 8:00am May Opening Day Friday May 1st at 6am Annual Fish Fry Saturday May 2nd from 4-7pm June Fishing Derby Saturday June 20th time TBA Keep checking our Facebook page or website for more details and updates. Many of our 2015 events are going to have some exciting new changes. We are wanting more members to share their ideas. So if you are interested in volunteering your time and ideas, please contact the office at 266-9641. Volunteers can earn up to $30 off next years dues. Annual Fish Fry May 2nd Channel catfish, walleye and chicken with sides. The club will provide coffee or feel free to Bring Your Own Beverages including adult beverages. Soda and dessert will be available for purchase as well. Dinner will be served from 4:00-7:00pm. Hotdogs also available. Carry-outs are available. Open to the public! Bring your friends! Tickets may be purchased at: Morton Community Bank, Washington Chamber of Commerce Pumpkin Festival Parade Float Sep. 19th September Pumpkin Festival Parade Float Saturday Sept. 19th at 10:30am Fall Dinner Saturday Sept. 26th from 4-7pm Volunteers will be needed to help decorate a float/boat and be in the parade at the pumpkin festival. Clean-up Days October Club Weenie Roast Saturday Oct. 3rd time TBA November Fall Clean-up Saturday Nov. 7th at 8:00am Saturday Nov. 14th at 8:00am Annual Meeting Thursday Nov. 19th at 6:00pm Keep checking our Facebook page or website for more details and updates. Easter Egg Hunt The annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held Saturday March 28th at 1pm. Bring your own basket. Fishing Derby Spring: April 4, 11, 18, 25 Volunteers are needed to help prepare the grounds for opening day. Donuts, coffee, and drinks will be ready by 7:30am (rain or shine). Work crews will begin around 8:00am, but your help will be welcome at any time during the morning. Thank you for helping to keep Kennel Lake looking great! Fall: November 7 & 14 Time to prepare grounds for winter. Walleye & Chicken Dinner September 26th Walleye and chicken plus sides. The club will provide coffee or feel free to Bring Your Own Beverages including adult beverages. Soda and dessert will be available for purchase as well. Dinner will be served from 4:00-7:00pm. Hotdogs also available. Carry-outs are available. Open to the public! Bring your friends! Tickets may be purchased at: Morton Community Bank, Washington Chamber of Commerce Fishing derby for all ages, June 20th Prizes for most fish caught and biggest catch. Annual Club Weenie Roast October 3rd Free end of the season fun, fire and fellowship Pinochle Do you play Pinochle? Wally’s Pinochle group needs more players! Join in on the fun every Tuesday and Thursday from 9-12 Coffee provided. The Club will provide: hot dogs, roasting sticks, buns, condiments, punch, coffee, hot chocolate, cups and plates. Bring your own lawn chair AND a side or snack to pass.
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