Welcome to the 30th Annual Calgary National Conservation Banquet & Auction Fundraiser for Trout Unlimited Canada
On behalf of Encana Corporation, the National Board of Directors of Trout Unlimited Canada and the many volunteers who made this event possible, I am honoured to serve as Chairman for the 2014 Trout Unlimited Canada Calgary National Conservation Banquet & Auction Fundraiser. Th is annual event, now in its 30th year, is truly a fun and unique way to support a worthwhile cause and a dedicated organization. As one of North America’s leading energy companies, we at Encana know that maintaining our social license to operate is truly the lifeblood of our business. Doing so means that we always strive to contribute to the strength and sustainability of the communities in which we operate, along with conducting our business in a manner that is as environmentally protective and respectful as possible. To this end, Encana fully supports the mandate of Trout Unlimited Canada to conserve, protect and restore our freshwater ecosystems – vital resources that ensure the health of our environment, our economy and our communities. Th e ongoing commitment from Trout Unlimited Canada has made this organization the trusted steward of this nation’s cold water resources for current and future generations. As the fl agship fundraiser for its many projects and programs, this dinner ensures this important work continues for everyone’s benefi t. Th ank you for joining us for what I’m sure will be a fun-fi lled evening, and for your generous contributions to an incredibly worthwhile cause.
Doug Suttles
Dinner Chair, Annual Calgary National Conservation Banquet & Auction for Trout Unlimited Canada President & CEO, Encana Corporation
Trout Unlimited Canada 1 Contents Trout Unlimited Canada Chair’s Welcome ...... 1
Dinner Program ...... 3 Calgary Conservation Dinner Sponsors and Benefactors ...... 4 Thursday, March 20, 2014 Live Auction ...... 11 Terms and Conditions of Live Auction ...... 12 Silent Auction ...... 31 Program
Silent Auction Bidding ...... 32 Th e Hyatt Regency Hotel, Calgary Special Raffl es ...... 55 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Registration, No-Host Cocktails, Terms and Conditions of Raffl es ...... 56 Raffl e Ticket Sales, Silent Auction, Live Auction Displays Letters of Support ...... 65 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Dinner
7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Final Ticket Sales for Special Raffl es
Trout Unlimited Canada would like to thank the following fi rms 8:00 p.m. Live Auction Starts who have donated time and resources behind the scenes to make 8:30 p.m. Bucket Raffl e Closes and Draw this dinner a success. Begins Levis Fine Art Auctions & Appraisals Richmond Hill Wines 10:15 p.m. Live Auction Ends; Special Raffl e Starburst Multimedia Draws; Closing Remarks Data Group (formerly Sundog Printing)
Thank You! A Thank You To Our 2014 Calgary Dinner Committee
We want to thank the many volunteers that come out the day of Dinner Chair: ...... Doug Suttles the dinner to help with dinner set-up and through the evening. Merchandise Chair: ...... Cassandra Raugust Some have been doing this work for years, some for the fi rst time. Hotel Arrangements: ...... Don Pike Th eir eff orts are a critical part of why our dinner is a great success. Feature Raffl es: ...... Jack Fuller Finance: ...... Kimberly Davidson Banquet Set-up: ...... Fred Calverley Tax Information Raffl e Sales Contol: ...... Allan Tew Evening Production: ...... Karen Jacob & Associates Th e Canada Revenue Agency has ruled that the price paid for an Auctioneers: ...... Bill Brown & Elevate Auctions item at a charity auction is the fair market value of the item. Th e Silent Auction Coordinator: ...... Craig Robillard price paid will therefore not be allowed as a charitable donation for Program Production: ...... Don Pike; Starburst Multimedia tax purposes. Displays: ...... Starburst Multimedia Purchasers of art or other items for business purposes are subject to the provisions of the Income Tax Act in respect to capital gains, Committee Members capital cost allowances and expense deductibility. Dave Byler Sean Phelan Generally, works of art by Canadian artists which are used to enhance business premises are eligible for capital cost allowance. Brian Faltus Gail Nicholson Revenue Canada has ruled that: Rob Fooks Glen Rumpel 1. A charitable receipt may be issued for the “fair market value Tim Hamilton Cheryl Sonley of a property donated for an auction.” Tammy Morales Tara Somers 2. A charitable receipt may be issued for property bid on during Al Keough Rafi Tahmazian an auction where: a) Fair market value can be established Doug Levis Allan Tew b) Th e intent to give threshold is met (fair market value Cal Malhiot Brian Gore + 25%) Tyler Macza Peter Giuff re Cindy Rutherford Joey Weber
2 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 3 Join us in thanking these companies for doing their part by sponsoring and supporting Trout Unlimited Canada’s conservation programs in Alberta and across Canada!
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6 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 7 Menu Bread Presentation & Butter
Starter
Watercress, Mache and Arugula Salad Blueberries, Candied Pecans, Goat Cheese Orange and Tarragon Vinaigrette
Entree
4oz Alberta Beef Tenderloin Tornadoes and 4oz Chicken Supreme, Truffl e Mashed Potatoes, Heirloom Baby Carrots, Golden Baby Beets, Baby Bell Pepper and Aspargus. Served with Port Wine Jus
Dessert
Flourless Chocolate Cake with Marbled Chocolate Mousse and Fresh Berries
Keith Smith Coffee & Tea
Torefazione Regular & Decaffeinated Coffee and a Selection of Tazo Tea
Wines
Tinhorn Creek Oldfield Series 2Bench Red Wine Tinhorn Creek Oldfield Series 2Bench White Wine
8 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 9 Administration and Resource Staff TUC National Staff
Jeff Surtees ...... CEO Don Pike ...... Director of Special Events Kimberly Davidson ... Director of Member & Chapter Relations Dean Orlando ...... Director of Finance Jack Imhof ...... National Biologist & Director of Conservation Ecology Phil Rowley ...... Director of Marketing & Communications Lynn Robb ...... Director of Conservation Education
Regional Staff Live Brian Meagher ...... Alberta Provincial Biologist Lesley Peterson ...... Biologist Auction Silvia D’Amelio ...... Ontario Program Manager Stacey Stevens ...... Ontario Offi ce Coordinator Beth Anne Fischer ..... Project Biologist, Ontario
Our Appreciation
Freshwater Creative We would like to acknowledge and thank Freshwater Creative for their contribution and their inspired work on the 12 Live Auction videos and the Live Auction PowerPoint. Created and produced by Freshwater, these videos are a valuable addition to our live auction.
10 Trout Unlimited Canada Dinner Chair’s Float 1 DONOR | Doug Suttles; Glen Rumpel; Jack Fuller; Don Pike; Colin Metcalfe
You and two friends will join our Dinner Chair Doug Suttles, President & CEO of Encana, on a two day fl oat on the Bow River. Over the years this trip has become a tradition. Here is your opportunity to become part of the tradition by buying this year’s guided fl oat trip that will feature an overnight stay and gourmet dinner at Glen Rumpel’s ‘cabin’ right on the banks of the river. Your guides will be longtime TUC supporter Jack Fuller and TUC’s Director of Special Events Don Pike. . Th is year will feature a special guest chef to prepare dinner. Colin Metcalfe, who has worked at Catch Restaurant & Oyster Bar, the Hyatt Hotel, the Raw Bar Restaurant at Hotel Arts, as well as at Model Milk Bistro, will be preparing dinner for us. While his specialty is seafood, he can put together an amazing meal with just about any ingredients. As he says, “I love to get people excited about food by showing them just how tasty a meal can be!” Glen will provide the accommodation, fi ne wine, great cigars and a country- Back size breakfast the next morning. Th is will be a fun-fi lled trip for of Live everyone involved! Sydney Crosby Autographed 2014 Sochi 2 Auction Olympic Jersey DONOR | Techmation Electric & Controls Ltd. Divider Th e Canadian men’s hockey team repeated as Olympic gold medal champions again at Sochi. Th ey won because they bought into a system of short shifts and pressure defense. Sydney Crosby led by example and was the best overall player for Canada. And he scored the back breaker second goal against Sweden on a play created by his fi ne defensive player. You can take home a Sochi memory tonight with this autographed Crosby jersey.
3 Elk Horn Chair DONOR | Mel Benson
Chair? Th rone better describes this handcrafted elk horn furniture piece! Here is a truly unique item for your man cave, deck, cabin or family room. Handcrafted from elk horn sheds, the chair provides a great conversation piece as well as serving as a throne for the master or mistress of the house.
12 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 13 4 The Perfect Family Getaway for 8 to 10 Precision Drilling Services Package 7 People DONOR | Precision Drilling DONOR | The Post Hotel Your company can purchase a $100,000 credit towards the use Ranked by Gourmet Magazine as one of any or a combination of any services provided by Precision of the world’s best hotels, the Post Hotel Drilling. Th is can include Precision Drilling, Precision off ers you and your family or friends two Directional, Precision Well Servicing and/or Precision Rentals. nights in the luxurious Watson Cabin Th is amount may be applied to new services hired, or to existing right on the banks of Pipestone River in accounts already with Precision Drilling. Lake Louise! At 3000 sq. ft., this two Services may be limited by availability of equipment. Th e buyer has story log cabin features 4 bedrooms (2 until December 31st, 2014 to use the package. king beds, 6 singles); 2 full bathrooms; 2 half bathrooms; 2 Jacuzzi tubs; kitchen; boardroom table; a large living area with a wood burning stone fi replace and a washer and dryer. You will also have a $500 dining room credit so you can enjoy some of the fi nest dining in Canada “September Sunrise” by Robert E. Wood, 8 in the hotel dining room. oil on canvas Off er is subject to space availability and DONOR | Birchcliff Energy Ltd. excludes the Christmas season; valid until December 2014 Robert Wood’s love of the Western Canadian landscape is a never-ending source of 5 In-Home Dinner for 10 with Top Chef inspiration. His mission is to Canada’s Chris Shaften and More! present the beauty, power and grandeur of this varied land as DONOR | Chris Shaften, Lee Peppinck, Tara Somers; United he sees it in all its colour, contrast and glory for the enjoyment of Technologies others. He has been painting full time since 1989, and his career Spoil yourself and nine guests in your follows over 70 years of professional art in his family. His works are home for an unforgettable evening. carried by Gainsborough Galleries. Sit back, relax and be entertained as a sumptuous fi ve course meal with wine pairings is prepared for you by Top Chef Canada’s chef Chris Shaften. While you are mingling with your guests, GQ Magazine’s Top Bartender fi nalist Lee 9 Peppinck (Living Room Restaurant) will Luxury Fly-in Fishing Adventure for 2 be creating custom cocktails for everyone. DONOR | Eagle Nook Resort; Lucky Sport Fishing; Barjac Construction Each course will be expertly paired by our sommelier from Enoteca Specialty Wines and served by Alberta Fashion Week’s Top Model A four star VIP wilderness adventure fi nalist Tara Somers. All you have to do is sit back and enjoy! They awaits you and a companion in the even do the dishes! remote fi shing region off Vancouver Island’s Barkley Sound. No roads lead to Eagle Nook Resort — a chartered seaplane will take you directly from the Victoria airport to the resort and 6 Float for 2 on Montana’s Smith River fi shing haven Eagle Nook Resort where — wilderness and comfort meet. Eagle Nook Resort was rated #11 of 25 small hotels in DONOR | Weatherford Canada by Trip Advisor. You and a companion will be While there you will enjoy two days of professional guided fi shing part of this fully-guided group on a 27ft Grady White boat with Lucky Sportfi shing Charters. (eight anglers) fl oat trip on the Top line fi shing gear will be provided as well as the cleaning, pristine, protected, and isolated freezing and packaging of your fi sh for travel along with two Lucky waters of the Smith River. Th e Sportfi shing fleece jackets. fl oat covers sixty river miles and winds through a scenic and Your accommodations include a two night stay in an exclusive remote canyon over the course of fi ve days. Primarily a brown trout private log cabin with water view. Th e cabin includes a spacious fi shery, there are smaller populations of rainbows, cutthroat, and bedroom, wood burning fi replace and private deck overlooking brook trout as well. A hearty and delicious streamside dinner will the marina and Jane Bay. During your stay you will enjoy gourmet provide the perfect end to a day in the wilderness. Swap stories breakfasts, lunches and dinners from the four star kitchen. Relax with your friends and watch the last fl icker of sunset slip below after a day of fi shing with guest massages for two with hot tub and the cliff s of the river canyon. Th e river drops over 1,000 feet in spa services. elevation during the 60-mile stretch, creating as wide a variety of trout habitat as one can imagine. While releasing 20 to 30 fi sh in a day is common, many anglers fi nd that the fi shing runs second to the overall atmosphere and beauty of the river and the canyon walls. Th e Smith River fl oat is a bucket list trip for many fl yfi shers!
14 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 15 10 1 Page Full Colour Advertisement in the Automated Valve Assembly 13 Calgary Herald DONOR | APEX Distribution Inc. DONOR | The Calgary Herald Apex Distribution Inc. is pleased to support Trout Unlimited Canada and their conservation and environmental programs. Apex Beginning in 1883 as “Th e Calgary Herald, Mining and Ranche Valve Services is donating for auction an automated valve assembly Advocate and General Advertiser” with 150 copies a week, the consisting of a GVS Calgary Herald is one of Canada’s foremost newspapers with a ball valve to be built to customer specifi cations daily readership of over 280,000. Th ey have generously donated a with a retail value up to $10,000.00. 1-page colour advertisement. Whether you want to promote your business, support a favourite cause or charity, or tell a story - the choice will be yours. You know that the Calgary Herald’s fi ne staff will do it appropriately and professionally. Reach the audience you 14 need to reach and support trout conservation at the same time! “From the Top - Killarny”, oil on canvas DONOR | Curtis Golomb; Fallen Leaf Gallery
Artist Curtis Golomb has developed a widespread 11 SpaBerry 4.0 BelugaBerry Platinum reputation for his Package colourful and evocative landscapes. He spends DONOR | Spaberry countless hours seeking SpaBerry 4.0 featuring BerrySage inspiration as he wanders the wilds capturing those moments of nodules on your feet, back, seat solitude and serenity that many of us have had the pleasure of and arms, BerryJetz for your feet, enjoying while exploring the outdoors. Currently his paintings can BerryGlide Retractable Equipment be found in both private and corporate collections nationally and Compartment, awesome colors, internationally. He owns Th e Fallen Leaf Gallery in Canmore. 7” wide adjustable waterfall, BerrySmart controls, BerryBarrier sealed bottom, BerrySkin Ostrich exterior cabinet and much more! Th e SpaBerry was created at the request of hundreds of customers asking for a high quality two person spa. One that used less chemical additives, less electricity, was easy to move, could be “All Star Cast” by Rick Taylor, 15 installed indoors or out, was easy to service, was easy to buy and LE #6/48 Bronze Sculpture ultimately was easy to use and a joy to be in! You could have this one in your home sooner than you think! DONOR | Rick Taylor One of the most renowned wildlife artists on the contemporary sculpture scene, Rick’s art is appreciated and collected by museums and individuals 12 Reindeer Lake Fly In Fishing Trip for 2 worldwide. Th e fund-raising activities DONOR | Arctic Lodges Ltd.; James Saunders of international organizations such as Ducks Unlimited, Safari Club Imagine a fl y in fi shing trip for five International, Foundation for North days, four nights in Saskatchewan’s American Wild Sheep and Trout far north! If you are looking for Unlimited Canada have benefi tted the ultimate fl y in fi shing lodge fi nancially from the hundreds of Rick Taylor bronze sculptures in northern Saskatchewan, you’ve auctioned at fund-raisers around the world. Rick sees this as a found it! It’s huge trophy northern way of doing his part on wildlife preservation and conservation. pike, in bays that have seldom seen His donation of “All Star Cast” to this dinner is part of his a lure pike that are going to peel a 100 feet of line from your reel commitment to conservation. when they attack your hook, that is fi shing at Arctic Lodges. Its lake trout, when they hit, it feels like you ve just run into a wall. Stops you dead! Starts out as a snag.... and ends up being a Yellowstone Club Ski Getaway for 6 16 trophy. It’s anchored over a school of walleye off a rock shelf and DONOR | Keith Smith not being able to keep bait on your jig. Its casting dry fl ies to a rising grayling and having it do its acrobatics right in front of your Yellowstone Club is authentic Montana. eyes. You and companion can fi nd out for yourselves this spring Th is private residential community with this all inclusive package which includes guides, fuel, boat/ brings to life all the treasures of a very motor; direct fl ight from Calgary to the Lodge, private log cabin special mountain resort. Explore the accommodation; meals (breakfast, shore lunch, fi ve course dinner); spectacular beauty of the only private and the main lodge lounge with satellite TV, Wi-Fi, billiards etc. ski resort in the world and the benefi ts of being at this exclusive one-of-a-kind Call early for the best choice of dates as club. Keith Smith will host you and fi ve friends for three days this off er is subject to space availability. of skiing during the 2014-15 ski season (December to April) Good for the 2014 lodge season only. on the fabulous runs of this private resort. He will provide the accommodation, skiing, breakfast and dinners as well as travel from Bozeman. Off er is subject to a mutually agreeable date.
16 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 17 17 Suretech Completions SUREstack Golf Trip for 8 to Bandon Dunes 20 DONOR | Sanjel DONOR | Lexus of Calgary; Sunwest Aviation
Sanjel Corporation is pleased to provide a $25,000 True links courses are rare. credit towards a Suretech Completions SUREstack fully Th e game of golf was born retrievable or millable ball and seat completion system. on rugged, wind-swept land like this, where every hole, every hazard, and every shot is defi ned by nature’s infi nite presence. At Bandon Dunes you will fi nd five distinctly diff erent courses built on a beautiful stretch of sand dunes perched 100 feet above the Pacifi c Ocean. You and seven friends will discover this all for yourselves with this 18 Gourmet Dining in Your Home for 10 package for eight which includes three nights of double occupancy DONOR | Toyota Financial Services accommodation and thirty-two (32!) rounds of golf on your choice from four courses! New additions to their facilities include a 13- You and nine guests will enjoy one hole par 3 and “Th e Punchbowl - a 150,000 sq. foot putting green of the fi nest dining experiences of with 18 holes on it! your lives as the Calgary Golf & Country Club’s Executive Chef Sunwest Aviation will get you and your group to Bandon Dunes Vince Parkinson prepares and via a Learjet 45. With Sunwest, you travel where you want, when cooks a six course dinner, with you want and with whom you want. Th ey provide you with direct appropriate wine pairings, in your access to more convenient and smaller airports while saving time home. Vince has been a chef, team captain and support member on each and every trip, allowing you to arrive at your destination for Team Alberta and Team Canada for several international relaxed, rested, and ready for whatever is next. culinary competitions during which his teams have won one World Terms and conditions: Championship; one Grand Gold medal; three Gold medals; and accommodation subject to one Silver medal. His proudest accomplishment, however, was availability; package is good for one receiving the prestigious “Medaille de Vermeil” from La Confrérie year from March 20th, 2014. de la Chaîne des Rôtisseurs in 1992.
“Lennons & Lemons of Life” 21 DONOR | Chris Tutty ® 19 Halliburton’s CleanStream and You’re just in time to celebrate CleanWave® Systems the 50th anniversary of the band, and bringing further recognition DONOR | Halliburton to the man, the myth, the legend: Halliburton is off ering for auction a $25,000 credit for the use of John Lennon. Th is new Andy one their new products that further the sustainable development of Warhol inspired John Lennon our industry. painting called “Lennons & Lemons of Life” is a contemporary CleanStream® System, Halliburton’s ultraviolet (UV) light bacteria piece that depicts the ups and control process, uses a mobile unit capable of treating fracturing downs in life, highlighting the fl uid at rates up to 110 bbl/min. Using the service signifi cantly spirit of love, forgiveness, and reduces the volume of biocides used to treat for aerobic and light. anaerobic bacteria. For example, a 20,000 cubic meter water frac treatment that normally requires 20,000 litres of biocide can Th e artist developed an now be implemented using one CleanStream® System unit and admiration for the Beatles and 2,000 litres of biocide for conditioning. If site logistics permit the guitar through his late uncle, and has painted a select few portraits utilization of CleanStream® System on-the-fl y, biocide addition can of the band members. Tutty’s artwork is collected by several be reduced to zero. notable people. His art can be found in collections owned by several celebrities such as: Peter Fonda, Pierce Brosnan, Johnathan CleanWave® System Halliburton’s mobile CleanWave® System Silverman, Chris Potter, Amber Marshall, Nathaniel Arcand, and uses an electrical process that has the capacity to destabilize and many others who wish to remain anonymous. His work commands coagulate suspended matter in water. Halliburton’s focus with the a king’s ransom, with proceeds of this sale supporting TUC. CleanWave® System is to treat produced and fl ow back water to a standard suitable for reuse in fracturing or drilling fl uids. In doing Th is unique masterpiece utilizes metal, resin, and acrylic medium, so, the volume of wastewater sent for disposal is reduced by at least and is 30”X40”. 95%. Imagine - this picture bringing life and love to your home. Th e auction item will be valid for the calendar year of 2014.
18 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 19 22 Naden Lodge Salmon Trip for 2 Anglers to “Sheep Creek” watercolour by Ted Godwin 24 Haida Gwaii OC LLD RCA (1933 - 2013) DONOR | Naden Lodge DONOR | Jomax Drilling
You and a companion can enjoy Trout Unlimited Canada was honoured four days of guided salmon when Ted Godwin agreed to be our fi shing at Naden Lodge on the Feature Artist for 2010. He donated his Queen Charlotte Islands. You painting titled “Silent Witness-Waters will fl y via a charter will that of Nova Scotia” for our Artist of the whisk you right to the Masset Year program. One of Canada’s foremost airport where you will be met by painters, Ted loved the outdoors and Naden staff and shuttled directly fl y fi shing. We are delighted to off er to the cozy post and beam lodge on the waterfront. From the lodge his watercolour Sheep Creek tonight base your local guide will take you by Boston Whaler boat to some in both recognition and appreciation of the fi nest salmon fi shing in the world where literally millions of for his steadfast support of TUC and in salmon swim each year. recognition of a truly great artist. As noted by Timothy Long, “He was an evangelist Th e package is date specifi c for June 1 to 5 (Sunday to Th ursday. 4 for art, or whatever else he was excited days of fi shing). and includes: about at the time. We were fortunate to be Charter fl ight from Calgary to Masset and return • counted as one of his friends.” His works Four days of guided fi shing, Fish cleaning and packaging • are carried by Wallace Galleries. • Accommodation, breakfasts and lunches, including non- alcoholic beverages and snacks • Hot dinner, complete with wine, and featuring local seafood prepared “Charlotte Style” • Recreational facilities including pool table and hot tub Ensign Canadian Drilling Rig for 2 Days 25 DONOR | Ensign Energy Services Inc.
Pick any Ensign Canadian Drilling Rig in its Western Canadian Fleet and it is yours for two full days. Any drilling rig in the Ensign Drilling Canadian fl eet will be up for grabs. 23 Baker Hughes Water Management Services Th e Operator will be responsible for all trucking costs associated DONOR | Baker Hughes with the mobilization and demobilization of the rig of choice to and from the well site, and any other industry typical items that Baker Hughes brings over a century of unsurpassed experience, are outside the dayrate (subsistence etc.) expertise and industry-leading reservoir knowledge to the technical, economic, logistical and regulatory challenges of oilfi eld Arrangements will be required within the current rig scheduling water management. to determine a suitable time period between April 1st, 2014 and December 1, 2014. Access proven water management services and products with this $25,000 credit towards any one of the following Baker Hughes A standard CAODC Daywork Contract will be entered into Water Management Services (combination packages also available): between the successful bidder and the donor to govern the drilling • Protect Your Reservoir Eco-friendly Mobile Water of the well. Disinfection Services • Treat with H2prO HD (ClO2) for a greener approach to bacteria control • Applied in ponds, tanks and/or on-the-fl y. • Practice GoodWater Stewardship MobileWater Recycling Celebrate in Style with an Earls Barbecue 26 Services • Reduce source water dependency by recycling your fl owback for 60! using H2prO HMS DONOR | Earls Westhills • Prevent reservoir plugging by reducing solids in your reuse water Want to celebrate a special • Manage Reservoir Water, Water Conformance, Reservoir occasion such as a birthday, Development Services & Shut Off Products anniversary, staff celebration, • Enhance ultimate recovery through increased understanding or block party in style? Here of geological features and reservoir heterogeneities with the is a great party package from SweepSCAN communication analysis service Earls Westhills. Celebrate your • Increase oil production by improving the sweep effi ciency of special event with a sizzling your water fl ood barbeque featuring Earls famous food and great staff . Th is fun- • Reduce water handling requirements in high water cut wells fi lled package includes a steak & shrimp dinner for 60 people • Maximize Reservoir Performance Sorb Technology Products featuring Earls certifi ed Angus beef, and all the trimmings, cooked • Increase production by preventing paraffi n, asphaltene and and prepared in your backyard by Earls staff along with some fi ne scale deposition in the reservoir Labatt’s products. Fun, fun, fun for everyone-just be sure to invite • Added on-the-fl y as a percentage of proppant with your the neighbours! hydraulic frac Together, improving water stewardship while maximizing reservoir potential! Westhills
20 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 21 27 Let Pattison Outdoor Work for You Blackfl y Lodge for 2, The Bahamas 30 DONOR | Pattison Outdoor DONOR | Black Fly Lodge
If you or your company is looking to create a bold statement, You and a companion will Pattison Outdoor has the package for you. Th ey have generously enjoy six nights and fi ve days donated 5 advertising space on their Digital Billboards in Calgary of fi shing at the Blackfl y Lodge for one month. Digital Billboard advertising allows you to located at Schooner Bay in captivate your audience with the latest technology that is fast, Abaco, Th e Bahamas. Th is is effi cient and beautifully recognized by consumers. a very private and exclusive fi shing excursion that many Th e off er includes 5 spots x 1 month per spot on the location of of our anglers have said is the your choice. Your advertisement will run for 6 seconds on a 1 best fi shing experience they have ever had. Our six fi shing zones minute loop. Pattison Outdoor is happy to take care and provide support similar species yet each has a unique off ering in both creative design if needed. species and habitat. Bonefi sh, permit, mutton snapper, shark, Digital Billboard advertising is valued at $2500 per spot and barracuda, and tarpon are among the species found in these waters provides value to consumers that creates brand awareness, top of and given the number and the size of the fi sh we have caught the mind recognition and impactful statements in the marketplace. only descriptor for the fi shing is world class. In addition to the Let Pattison Outdoor be the platform that gets your message out world class fi shing the cuisine and lodge are the best you will there! experience. Traveling to Blackfl y is as simple as boarding a non- stop fl ight from Calgary to Nassau and then catching an air taxi from Nassau to Marsh Harbour.
28 VIP NFL Football and Golf Experience for 4 All transfers to and from Marsh Harbour are included. Air transportation from Calgary to the Bahamas is not included. to Phoenix DONOR | CEDA; Elite VIP Escapes
A one of kind VIP experience for four! Leave Calgary on Friday, October 3, 2014 on a private jet with 46 other football fans for 31 Phoenix for an unforgettable Full-circle Integrated Water Solutions weekend of luxury and fun! DONOR | Secure Energy Services
After landing in Phoenix Friday SECURE’s full-circle Integrated evening, a limo bus will take you Water Solutions provide to the Phoenician Luxury Resort in customers with sourcing, Scottsdale where you will check into transportation and storage of your private suite. Th e evening is yours to relax and explore. fl uids for hydraulic fracing. Our team of hydrogeologists can help Saturday morning join the group to tee off for 18 holes on the with fi eld scouting for water Phoenician’s premiere golf course. Not a golfer? Hit the pool or sources and TDL applications; their luxury spa to unwind before the VIP reception that evening a prerequisite for approval tracking and to pump surface or where you will enjoy fi ne cuisine, wine and cocktails. aquifer water for drilling and completions. SECURE is equipped Sunday morning pack up and get in the limo to the offi cial Arizona to handle customer’s water management needs every step of the Cardinals tailgate party. Th e limo will take your bags back to the way from the design, installation and management of automated private jet while you enjoy the game in a VIP suite with all the transfer systems; fi ltration, heating, electronic data gathering and food, alcohol, and action you can handle! reporting; and equipment rentals. SECURE’s raised-panel frac ponds are the most effi cient on-site fl uid storage system for today’s After the game, back on the limo bus to the jet to be whisked back high-volume fl uid containment requirements. to Calgary late Sunday evening October 5th — just in time to get some rest for work on Monday!
The Calgary Flames Alumni vs. YOUR Team 32 DONOR | Calgary Flames Alumni
So you think you can play hockey? 29 Professional Land Surveying Services Well, bring one—bring all, of your DONOR | Focus hockey playing buddies to take on the Calgary Flames Alumni. Tim Focus Corporation is a premier project delivery company, Hunter, Dana Murzyn, Joel Otto, providing engineering and geomatics solutions to the energy, Jim Peplinski and others (subject to infrastructure, and land development sectors. For over 35 years availability) will take you on in a mid- Focus has been the leading provider of surveying services to oil and afternoon game at the Scotiabank gas clients across Western Canada. Saddledome. You will enjoy the roar Now, with over 1700 employees and 22 offi ce locations, they of the crowd (in your imagination) are proud to support Trout Unlimited through the donation of as you streak down the ice with Jim $40,000 in professional land surveying services. Peplinski on your tail looking to take you through the end boards! After testing your skills against the Services must be redeemed in 2014 alumni, beers and hi jinks can be expected.
22 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 23 33 Wellbore Premium Cement Job The Best in Seismic Processing 36 DONOR | Trican Well Service DONOR | Earth Signal Processing Ltd.
For either intermediate or Earth Signal Ltd., one of the industry’s leading custom seismic production casing up to 2,400m processors, will provide a processing package for 700 records of WCSB Trican Well Service 240 channel 2-D seismic (or equivalent value in 3-D processing). is Canada’s largest pressure Processing will include demultiplexing through a fi nal migration pumping company and a major with fi nal stacks archived onDVD . Th is package equates to 52.5 service provider in the global km of processing for a program shot with 240 traces at 75m shot marketplace. Trican brings intervals and 15m receiver intervals. product and process innovation, Th is package must be used during 2014. technical leadership, a superior fl eet, and service commitment to the jobs it performs, delivering cementing, fracturing, coiled tubing, acidizing, completion’s, reservoir characterization, micro- seismic, industrial and pipeline services, among others. Approximate value:$25,000
Flyfi shing for Mako Sharks off San Diego 37 34 Montana Upland Bird Hunting Safari Style DONOR | Rick George DONOR | ARC Resources You and a companion will You and a companion have never hunted enjoy three days of fl y quite like this before on this three day, fi shing for Mako sharks four night guided upland hunting package. with Captain Mark Martin Sage Safaris, an Orvis endorsed outfi tter, of San Diego Saltwater have combined the luxury of the African Flyfi shing. In his words, safari tent camp with the tradition of “San Diego off ers a shark North American upland bird hunting to fi shery like no other place, create a vacation experience you won’t fi nd right here in our own anywhere else. Th ey take care of all the backyard, within miles details with fully customized, all-inclusive off shore, you have a chance of sight fi shing for Mako shark on the packages that allow you to you take in all fl y. Th ese amazing sharks have the capability of peeling drag off that the Montana prairie has to off er, so you don t have to worry you reel at speeds of 35mph while jumping and fl ipping up to ten about a thing. Th ey guarantee you a luxurious and stress-free feet in the air before hitting the water and doing it again. In my getaway on the prairies neat Havre. opinion, they are the most impressive game fi sh to catch on a fly rod. Sage Safaris off ers elite Montana uplands bird hunting. An open prairie fi lled with sharp-tailed grouse, Hungarian partridge, Your day of shark fi shing will start at 7:30am and ends about 4pm. pheasant and waterfowl (depending on when you are with them) Unless you have a rod/reel outfi t you want to try out, Captain awaits you. Th e fi nest in luxury camping and world-class cuisine Mark has all the tackle, fl ies, leaders etc. needed for fi shing with are part of the package as well. Th e Sage Safari Lodge off ers a full the Makos or off shore species (Sage 12-14wt rods for Makos; 10-12 range of amenities including private bathrooms, walk-in showers, for off shore and Tibor to Cheeky reels). and all the hot water you can ask for. Th ere is nothing quite like a You will enjoy fi ve nights double occupancy accommodation at hot shower and a cold beer after a long day of hunting. Just in case the Kona Kai Resort and Spa. With a rich history steeped in the you want to share some pictures or a story from the days hunt with beat and bravura of Polynesian and Spanish Colonial, Kona Kai your friends back home, we off er free satellite Wi-Fi onsite. Th ey is a restyled creation of fresh, fun elegance punctuated by casual will truly make your trip something you will always remember. luxury. Capt. Mark keeps his boat at their marina so you can leave your room and walk down to his boat. With fi ve nights of accommodation you will also have an extra day in San Diego to take in the sights of this great city (or you could book Capt. Mark for more fi shing!). 35 “High Goat Lake MacArthur” by Fred Cameron, oil on canvas Th e fi shing season for Makos is June-July-August. DONOR | Solaris Management Consultants
Fred is a lifetime resident of British Columbia, and travels extensively throughout BC and Alberta to capture the beauty and magnitude of the varied landscapes and wildlife. His subjects are vastly varied - from mountains to gardens, still life to nudes and wildlife. Fred’s paintings come from his heart, and show the artists passion for his subjects. His favorite place to paint is plein air. His works are carried by Gainsborough Galleries.
24 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 25 38 Your Company and Bull Trout (Salvelinus Calgary Sun Double Truck Ad 40 confl uentus) DONOR | The Calgary Sun DONOR | Salvelinus confluentus Curiosity Society Support Trout Unlimited Canada’s conservation programs with this truck ad in the Calgary Sun. While we all know what a full If your company works in page ad is, what is a truck ad? It is two facing pages in the Sun. So the cold, clear waters of the your ad will run across the two facing pages. high mountains and coastal rivers of northwestern For those in need of print advertising, this is a great opportunity to North America, including cover the Calgary marketplace. Yukon, British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and western Montana, then you will be interested in this meeting organized by the Salvelinus confl uentus Curiosity Society (ScCS). Th e Society’s 26th AGM will be held at the Blue Lake Camp near Canal Flats, B.C. on October 7-9, 2014. Anchor B Ranch Trip for 4 Anglers on the 41 A combination of professional presentations and fi eld work, the Oldman River AGM is exciting opportunity for staff from your company to interact with, learn from and participate in fi eld data collection DONOR | Anchor B Ranch; Jim Saunders with 50-60 or more of the top scientists involved in bull trout research in the United States and Canada. Typically there are You and three friends will participants from Alberta, BC, Montana, Idaho, Oregon and enjoy two days of guided Washington (and potentially other jurisdictions). Th e Society has fi shing walking and wading been organizing these events annually for over 20 years, with the the banks of the Oldman River goal of improving the understanding, science, and collaboration on in a vibrant, private fl y fi shing bull trout inventory/assessment to improve management strategies. environment. Th is beautiful By purchasing this package you will be able to send six of your staff natural setting includes a to the annual meeting as well as supporting the attendance of six multitude of wildlife species Trout Unlimited Canada biologists. including eagles, deer, coyotes, hawks and grouse. Guides for both days (two guests per guide) will be provided by Anchor B Ranch. You will arrive at the Anchor B Ranch on Friday afternoon in time for cocktails and dinner. You 39 Kootenay Lake for Gerrard Rainbows, will have the evening to enjoy the home pools or to just sit on the Nelson, BC deck, smoke a cigar, and take in the view. On Saturday and Sunday your guides will take you out to take advantage of over two miles DONOR | Apex; The Dimestore Fishermen; Reel Adventures Charters; Nelson Kootenay Lake Tourism of private river access provided by the Anchor B Ranch. Th e package includes accommodation, all meals and spirits during You and a companion will your stay as well as the guided fi shing. Gratuities and applicable join Jim Hoey, host of taxes are not included and guests are responsible for their own Th e Dimestore Fishermen fi shing licenses. Trip reservations must be made by the end of May Outdoor Television and the trip must be taken during the 2014 season. Program in fall 2014 for two days of fi shing and fi lming on Kootenay Lake while on location in the City of Nelson, BC. Catch the entire behind the scenes action and experience the intricacies of fi lming for an outdoor Canadian “Lower Bow River”, oil on board 42 documentary program. We will be spending two days on world renowned Kootenay Lake fi shing for the remarkable Gerrard DONOR | Bill Duma RCA rainbow trout with our friends at Reel Adventures Charters. Our Born in Calgary in 1936, Bill guests will have the opportunity to have a one day tour of TDF Duma is one of Calgary and fi lming locations in the community of Nelson with our crew. All Canada’s foremost landscape fi shing and accommodations will be taken care of. The winning artists as refl ected in his bidder and their companion will need to arrange for transportation election to the Royal Canadian to and from Nelson. Th is is a great opportunity to have a lot of fun Academy in 1995. Raised in fi shing with Th e Dimestore Fishermen. the Crowsnest Pass, Bill loves the Bow River and has featured it in many of his paintings.
26 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 27 43 Handcrafted Bamboo 4/5-wt 7-ft Fly Rod Freshwater White Pearl Necklace and 45 DONOR | Luke Weiser Custom Rods Earrings DONOR | GVS Starting with the fi nest bamboo in the world Luke Weiser Custom Rods has Th ese stunning pearls are mounted on handcrafted a 7-ft, 2 tip, 5 weight rod. a 14k white gold pierced fi ligree design Luke creates each rod with the hopes round shaped clasp attached to a 44cm that they are going to be passed through long knotted strand necklace of 42 off - generations so workmanship is essential round shaped freshwater cultured pearls and each one a work of art. gauging from 9.5mm to 10.5mm in On this rod a mixture of wood, metal and stone are used to create a diameter of white body colour. What a silver on black contrast. An African hardwood called Wenge mixed great gift to take home tonight! with Argentium silver and a yellow Citrine stone bezel set into the butt of the rod. Th e Citrine stone is mounted on the butt of the rod as well as used for the guide for the fi nal accents. Th e rod has been paired with an Orvis CFO III fl y reel, the choice for technical fl y fi shers since 1971. Original Fish Rubbing at the Dinner 46 DONOR | Mya DeRyan
Canadian artist Mya DeRyan, Th e Fish Rubber, will create an original rubbing of a rainbow trout. You can watch as Mya applies ink directly to the surface of the fi sh and then 44 4 Day Montana Adventure for 2 Anglers lays rice paper on top and rubs to extract even the fi nest detail. Each rubbing is as unique DONOR | Charlesglen Toyota as a fi nger print. Once the ink has cured, she Our friend Dennis Rehse is well then adds color and the surface markings with recognized as one of Montana’s a focus of maintaining technical accuracy. premier guides. He is renowned We will sell her work as the last item in the Live Auction. Mya for his skills at putting anglers in specializes in both fresh water fi sh and salt water fi sh and is position to sight fi sh for monster available for private commission. fi sh, for his incredible knowledge of his fi shery, and for his long hours helping anglers enjoy and succeed on his home rivers. Dennis will show you and a companion some of the fi nest fi shing Montana has to offer on rivers such as the Beaverhead, Big Hole and other prime waters over four days of fi shing (July 30, 31, August 1 and 2). With Dennis you will likely do it all — nymph fi shing, streamers and dry fly. As one of his clients noted, and he does not miss a fi sh rise no matter how subtle...he has eyes like nobody l ve ever seen Included are four nights of double occupancy accommodation at Thank You! Goose Down Ranch (July 29, 30, 31 and August 1). Th e cabin is a carriage house with a fully supplied kitchen and is right next door to Dennis’ place. Hyatt Regency Hotel—Offi cial And to top it all off , as you drive through Twin Bridges you can Venue Sponsor stop at the R.L. Winston factory to pick up your new Winston fl y rods (your choice of trout rods) which we will order for you. Th e for the rods will be combined with an Orvis CFO fl y reel. All you would Calgary National Conservation Dinner need is a fl y line. Th e Calgary Dinner Committee and Trout Unlimited Canada would like to recognize the Hyatt Regency Hotel for their generous support of our National Conservation Dinner
28 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 29 The Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club
Each year we are fortunate to have a large group of people who join what we call “Th e Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club”. Th e cash donations by this select group of people are used to underwrite some of the costs associated with the dinner. We thank them for their generosity.
Chair: Jack Fuller silent Graham Anderson Rick Moses Chris Barton Mike Perkins auction Bill Bonner Don Pike Wade Brillon David Pyke Doug Bruchet Cindy Rutherford Dave Byler Keith Smith Fred Calverley Terry Sparks Rob Fooks Homer Spencer Steve Fuller Doug Stewart Sean Furlong Jim Stuart Brian Gore Jeff Surtees Dennis Hall Allan Tew Ken Kohut Grant Wallace Cal Malhiot Brian Wilson Bob Merkley Pat Zukowski
Let us know if you would like to join this august group in 2015!
30 Trout Unlimited Canada Russell Wilson 2013 / 2014 Seattle 1 Seahawks Super Bowl Jersey DONOR | Charlesglen Toyota
After only two years in the NFL, Russell Wilson helped lead the Seattle Seahawks to win Super Bowl XLVIII. For a third round draft pick, he has been the success story in the NFL. Peyton Manning 2013 / 2014 Denver 2 Broncos Super Bowl Jersey DONOR | Charlesglen Toyota
One of the greatest NFL quarterbacks of all time, Peyton Manning set off ensive records all season long, capping off by leading the Broncos to the Super Bowl championship game against the Seattle Seahawks. “Observing Christmas” by Robert 3 Bateman, LE #71/76 back of DONOR | Graham Anderson Family “We joined our son’s family for a wonderful ‘ down home ‘ Christmas. Since they live in a 200-year-old farmhouse and believe silent in the traditions and the trimmings, we had a wonderful time. However, all good things must come to an end and when the festivities were over, the decorations were taken down and the tree divider put out on the porch. River is the name of their golden. Of course, he was always on the lookout for any wildlife that might be out there — birds or squirrels.” Robert Bateman Dining Out Italian Style 4 DONOR | Spolumbo’s Fine Food & Deli
Do you enjoy Italian style food? Who doesn’t? Th en this is the package for you! Dine out at Ristorante Pulcinella, Villa Firenze and Spolumbo’s. And you get a bonus of a selection of a magnum of Italian wine from Merlo Vinoteca, Calgary’s only distinctly Italian wine store. $1000 House Painting Certifi cate 5 DONOR | House Cosmetologists
Do you have a need to dress your house up with some new colour? If so, House Cosmetologists can take care of you with this $1000 gift certifi cate towards giving your home a new look inside or out. TFO “Mangrove” 9-ft, 9-wt, 4-pc Fly Rod 6 with Orvis Access IV Fly Reel DONOR | Springbrook Manufacturing
Built with the hardcore angler in mind, the Mangrove rods carry a stiff backbone for fi ghting hard running fi sh while an easy loading tip allows for quick and precise casts. All rods come with fi ghting butts. Th e Orvis Access IV large arbour fl y reel combines superior performance and a great price to put it in a class all by itself. Th is rod and reel combination would be great for big pike, steelhead, salmon, and a wide range of saltwater species. “Until We Meet Again” by Marc Pierce, 7 cold cast bronze DONOR | Emmett Horne
“Each original sculpture is composed using our proprietary process- “Montana Bronze”, using blends of fi ne resins with the addition of pure pewter and bronze. Th e beautiful fi nish is the result of hand-applied patinas and metallic paint, carefully matched to accent all of the subtle details of the artwork.”
32 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 33 8 Preparation of a Will/Estate Package Sausage Making Demo and Beer Tasting 15 DONOR | Roy Klassen, McLeod Law LLP for Two at CHARCUT Get your will and estate together with this will and estate package DONOR | CHARCUT Roast House from McLeod Law LLP. Th is off er is good for one person or a CHARCUT has been recognized by McLean’s as one of the 50 couple. best restaurants in Canada. Chefs Connie DeSousa (Top Chef 9 BellaSera Tuscan Villas and Piazza Stay for Canada fi nalist in season one) and John Jackson and their team pride themselves on serving local, chef-driven, urban-rustic cuisine 4 with a Round of Golf that makes use of the whole animal. You and a friend will work DONOR | Savanna Energy Services Corp. alongside chefs of CHARCUT to make your own sausage from scratch, all the while having a brew (or two) to keep your taste buds Here is a great Kelowna getaway for 4 people. You have the choice and palates ready for sausage. of either a Sunday to Th ursday 4-night stay OR a Th ursday to Sunday 3-night stay in a BellaSera Tuscan 2 bedroom Villa. Your Scheduling for the demo is subject to mutually agreeable schedules. stay includes a round of golf for 4 with golf carts at the Okanagan 16 Golf Club. You can golf at either the Bear, a Jack Nicklaus Battle-Book Rugged Tablet designed course, or the Quail which was designed by Les Furber. DONOR | Quantum 8 Inc. 10 John Poirier Custom 7-ft, 4-wt, 2-pc, 2-tip Built specifi cally for the oil and gas and construction industries, the Battle-Book is fi eld ready and engineered to withstand Bamboo Rod the demanding conditions of mobile professionals in the fi eld, DONOR | Alberta Rose Anglers including public safety, military, utility, construction, oil and gas, and many other commission-critical jobs. Th e Battle-Book is Th e rod is a six strip bamboo fl y rod made from Tonkin bamboo certifi ed to: from China and is done with a Payne 98 taper. Jim Payne is recognized as one of the top classic rod builders of bamboo rods • Withstand violent drops back when bamboo was king. Th is rod is considered a delicate • Vibrations 4-wt, ideal for the many smaller headwater streams in Alberta. • Extreme temperatures Built by master rod builder John Poirier from Fernie, the rod • Dust and dirt comes with 2 tips, rod bag and REC rod tube. • Water 11 “Kula ML #7” by Eric Waugh It comes with A7 quad processors, dual cameras, Wi-Fi, SIM card ports and great apps for productivity. It will let you do more in DONOR | Paul Saks more places than you thought possible. www.battle-book.com Eric Waugh is one of the most recognizable and collected artists throughout North America selling more than over 40,000 original “High Country Cutthroat” by Jack Cowin, 17 works world-wide in the past 24 years. He has been on stage with hand coloured etching celebrities like Jeff Beck, Sting, Kool and the Gang, Tony Bennett and others. He paints his music inspired paintings on stage while DONOR | Bill Bonner the band performs. Paintings then are auctioned off at the concert Th is hand coloured etching by Jack Cowin was bought by Bill for charity. in the far misty pasts of our dinners. Th is etching captures the splendor of a high country cutthroat. 12 Fine Cigar Package DONOR | Zigarren Fishpond “Elk River” Youth Fishing Vest 18
Our good friend Joseph Moon of Zigarren has generously donated DONOR | Joshua Borger this wonderful cigar package consisting of: Th e Fishpond Elk River youth vest is a sophisticated vest your son • Prometheus Octagon 100 cigar humidor or daughter will be proud to wear. With an adjustable “one-size- • Xikar cigar cutter fi ts-most” design you can rest assured that it will grow with them. • Bugatti lighter • Assorted fi ne cigars “The Ballyshannon” Atlantic Salmon 19 If you enjoy cigars, you will enjoy this great package! Display Fly DONOR | 13 A Portrait is a Life Time Memory Ron Anderson DONOR | Nathalie Boisvert Image Artist & Photography Ron Anderson, a long time donor and supporter of Trout Unlimited, has again provided one of his classic display fl ies Nathalie is one of Canada’s fi nest portrait photographers. Her photo for auction—the “Ballyshannon”. Michael Rogan Senior (Old of you or any subject you choose will give you a lifetime of joy. Michael) originated the Ballyshannon and named it after the community where he and his family lived. It was Old Michael who 14 TFO Complete BVK Reel Set - 0 to IV fi rst brought world acclaim to the Rogan fl ies. It is recorded that at Weights the age of 12 he was dressing salmon fl ies which were so successful that many experienced anglers of the period would use no others. DONOR | Springbrook Manufacturing 20 It’s the small things that count, and the new BVK Series fl y reels Willow Run “Trout Stream” Coffee Table were designed from the ground up with relentless attention to DONOR | Bow River Conservancy detail in order to develop our best all-around fl y reel yet. With more holes than a slice of Swiss cheese, these reels are super Th is artful coff ee table makes a stunning showcase piece in lightweight without compromising strength... and they look cool any room. Th e hand-cast trout stream insert lends the perfect too. You can take home a complete set of BVK reels that will cover personalized touch for every outdoorsman. Th e handsome wood you from small streams to the big water tonight! frame is crafted from parawood, a hardwood from the maple family.
34 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 35 21 “The Sky Above” by Helmut Langeder, “Simplicity” photograph by Chris Debienne 27 oil on canvas DONOR | Debienne Photography DONOR | United Technologies Based on her early family life at Tobin Lake, Chris’ experiences there set in motion her love and enthusiasm of the outdoors and Born in Steyr, Austria in 1943, Helmut came to Canada in affi nity for water. Now living in Canmore, she strives to capture 1954 at the age of thirteen. He started painting in oils at the age the exquisiteness of the outdoors and share it with others. As she of fourteen and perfected his skills working as a designer and says, “you never know when you’ll discover something amazing illustrator. When time and conditions allow he paints in plein air right in front of you.” to give his interpretations of the mood of a scene. His works are carried by Gainsborough Galleries. “Mad Man” Best of 7 Private Barber 28 22 Winston Boron IIIX 9-ft, 7-wt, 4-pc Fly Rod Experience for Four, Scotch, Cigars, DONOR | Matrix Drilling Fluids Straight Shave, Fashion Consulting AWESOME is the word most commonly used to describe the DONOR | TD Commercial Banking Boron III X, a series of rods that is quite possibly the fi nest fly rods So, haircut or shave, enjoy our expert craftsmanship in a place ever made. With the broadest casting range of any Winston series, that’s just for you men. A place as comfortable as your home den. these all-purpose rods will easily match any fi shing condition. Grab a coff ee, enjoy a paper or just relax for a minute before your Th ese fast-action fl y rods are powerful, lively and capable of next meeting. Meet a new barber each visit or stay loyal to your generating incredible line speed which makes this rod ideal for regular guy or gal...who are we to judge? throwing streamers on the Bow. Custom-made 9-ft, 6/7-wt, 7-pc Fly Rod 29 23 Islander 3.4LX Fly Reel for 6/7 Weight Lines DONOR | Blackstone Fishing DONOR | Islander Reels John Retallack of Blackstone Fishing has been a long-time supporter of Trout Unlimited Canada through donations of his Th e evolution of Islander is the Islander LX fl y reel. In their fi ne custom-made fly rods. Th is year he has generously donated history, the LX is the fi nest reel that they have ever developed. a custom-made 9-ft, 6/7-wt, 7-pc fl y rod. Th e rod features John’s Every aspect of the LX has been refi ned until there is little room wonderful inlaid feather work which makes his rods so distinctive. for improvement. From the engineering skill in its design and manufacture to its light weight to the super-smooth stop a truck “Brushpile Brown” carving 30 drag to its great looks, the LX is Islander’s top of the line. Th ere is DONOR | Kevin Rome no fi ner fly reel on the market today. Here is a life size brown trout doing what brown trout like to do— 24 Selection of Mike Corrigan Flies head for the brush. DONOR | Mike Corrigan “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band” 31 Mike Corrigan is a legend in the Calgary fl y fi shing community for Platinum Award his unique and innovative fl ies and fly tying methods. Tonight we are delighted to have two boxes of his wonderful creations. DONOR | Tecnicas Reunidas With Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band the overwhelming 25 James Taylor Autographed Acoustic Guitar consensus was that the Beatles had created a popular masterpiece: a DONOR | Bow River Conservancy rich, sustained, and overfl owing work of collaborative genius whose bold ambition and startling originality dramatically enlarged the James Vernon Taylor (born March 12, 1948) is an American possibilities and raised the expectations of what the experience of singer-songwriter and guitarist. A fi ve-time Grammy Award listening to popular music on record could be. Here is a wonderful winner, Taylor was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame collectible in celebration of this seminal recording by a band that in 2000. Taylor achieved his breakthrough in 1970 with the No. 3 revolutionized modern music. single “Fire and Rain” and had his fi rst No. 1 hit the following year with “You’ve Got a Friend”, a recording of Carole King’s classic “Mt. Kitchener” by Randy Hayashi, 32 song. His 1976 Greatest Hits album was certifi ed Diamond and has sold 12 million US copies. Following his 1977 album, JT, he acrylic on canvas has retained a large audience over the decades. His commercial DONOR | Jomax Drilling achievements declined slightly until his resurgence during the late 1990s and 2000s, when he recorded some of his best-selling Randy enjoys spending time with his family and pursuing outdoor and most-awarded work (including Hourglass, October Road and activities such as hiking, biking or canoeing. Th ese experiences Covers). in Edmonton’s river valley and the Rocky Mountains inspire his creativity. He has chosen to work in acrylics because it allows him 26 Fairmont Banff Dog Sledding Tour, Dinner to create layers of color and texture that provides for spontaneous and fl exible changes. His works are carried by Gainsborough and a 1 Night Stay at Banff Springs Galleries. DONOR | Engenium Chemicals Corp Boito 12-ga O/U Shotgun 33 Enjoy the scenery of the Banff - Canmore area with a unique getaway to the Banff Fairmont Hotel. You and your companion DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club will take a dog sledding tour and then return to the hotel for a fi ne Th is Brazilian made O/U shotgun by Boito features a 28-in barrel, dinner and a good night’s sleep. auto-ejection and a set of three chokes.
36 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 37 34 Steaks and Football for 4 “Baci” Chef’s Table Experience for Two at 40 DONOR | Mark Petros, Nick’s Steak House & Pizza Osteria de Medici Park at Nick’s where you and three friends will enjoy one of Nick’s DONOR | Osteria de Medici famous steak sandwiches and then cross the street to McMahon “Baci” is Italian for kiss....the perfect title for this romantic dinner Stadium to cheer on the Stamps. for two. Come to the famous Osteria de Medici Ristorante Italiano Th is off er must be used during the 2014 football season. where the valet will park your vehicle. You will be sat at your candle lit table where a bottle of champagne will be chilling. Th e 35 Are You the Next Big Star? chef will create an intimate gourmet fi ve course meal for you with each course expertly paired with amazing Italian wine. Prepare DONOR | Platinum Talent Management Inc. yourselves for a relaxing, enjoyable evening in the sophisticated Platinum Talent Management Inc. is a national booking agency. ambiance that is Osteria de Medici. We are always looking for new talent for our local and national Based upon availability at the time of your reservation, Osteria has roster. Having been in the business for more than twenty years two private rooms that would make for an ultra-private experience Carla Brown takes pride in developing talent, booking them for you and your companion. on movies, TV series and national commercials as well as print. Platinum Talent Management does acting camps for kids and Fly Casting Clinic for Six 41 works in the L.A. market as well. DONOR | McLennan Fly Fishing Th is photo shoot is valued at $1000 and includes hair and makeup. If you or someone you know is interested in the talent industry, Enjoy the magic of learning from the best. Join Jim and/or Lynda we will create an amazing image for you that will get you off to McLennan, Alberta’s most experienced fl y-fi shing instructors the right start! Top photographer Tony Chan and Platinum Talent for a two-hour Casting Clinic for six. You and a group of your Management Inc. look forward to meeting you! friends, family or co-workers can hone your skills or start from the beginning in this personalized fl y-casting clinic. Th is would be a 36 Dave’s Saltwater Fly Selection great way to introduce a group to fl y fi shing! DONOR | Dave Sewell Clinic must be scheduled and used in 2014. Dave has spent a great deal of time fi shing the salt and has The Bow River with Brian McGratton and 42 prepared this box of his favorite saltwater fl ies. Tim Hunter 37 “Algonquin Dreamer” by Ian Bodnaryk, DONOR | Tim Hunter; Brian McGratton; Don Pike; Fly Fusion 2011 TUC Artist of the Year LE #12/60 You and a companion will enjoy a day on the Bow River with DONOR | Trout Unlimited Canada Flames alumni Brian McGratton and Tim Hunter as we enjoy a one day, two boat guided fl oat trip down the Bow River this Trout Unlimited Canada was pleased to have Th under Bay artist summer. Ian Bodnaryk as our 2011 Artist of the Year. His image captures the wildness of Algonquin Park as a wolf overlooks one of the Tim and Brian are avid anglers and are looking forward to an many pristine rivers that fl ow through the park. opportunity to enjoy the fi shing in their own back yard. It will be a fun day to throw fl ies and swap lies! 38 Cowboy’s All Access Chute Pass 43 DONOR | Cowboy’s “Whirlpool” Macro Art DONOR | Macro Photo Art Th e Chute Pass provides you and guest VIP entry to Cowboys Tent and Cowboys Dance Hall, during the Greatest Outdoor Show on Kim likes to present his artwork like a mystery that captivates the Earth! You will be allowed 2 entries per day (once in the AM/ once audience so people say “Wow I didn’t see that coming!” As is the in the PM) and may bring a diff erent guest each time. case with “Whirlpool”. Th e image shown on the print also exists within the tiny bead with it. Admission is subject to AGLC & Fire Capacity Regulations. Driver’s license and /or another form of government issued photo Coaching Session with Razor Rick Titan 44 ID is required when presenting the door host with you pass. Passes are not valid during major concert nights. DONOR | Razor Rick Titan 39 Frequent Flyer 8’6” 4-wt, 7-pc Fly Rod Wrestling with Consciousness is based on the inner struggle any being in this world must endure when a lifestyle that is enjoyed with Access II Fly Reel and 4-wt Fly Line comes to an abrupt halt. Th rough the fame and pain of a former DONOR | Bow River Conservancy athlete/entertainer, we are allowed a glimpse into the egomaniacal industry of professional wrestling and the antidote: fi nding peace Th e Frequent Flyer 7-pc outfi ts allow you to be prepared to fi sh and calm. From one extreme to the next, Titan shares his methods anytime, anywhere as it is so compact you can store it anywhere. of how he amazingly transitioned back into society by fi nding Th is outfi t would be a real treat on our small streams. compassion and happiness through meditation and spiritual practice. Perfect for these times, this book gives many diff erent tools on how to pull yourself out of emotional quicksand. Rick Titan’s professional wrestling career spanned 10 years until his neck was fractured in two places. He worked in Stampede Wrestling, FMW, ECW, NJPW and WWE. Rick has taken up study in Taoism, Buddhism, Yoga and has studied with Yogacharya, learning coach and Buddhist Monks over recent years. He is now public speaking on topics related to his book.
38 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 39 45 Craig’s Favourite Flies Cowboy’s Fast Passes 52 DONOR | Craig Robillard DONOR | Cowboy’s
Craig Robillard is both a fi ne fly fi sher and a skilled fly tyer as Each set of Legendary Cowboys Fast Passes is good for two people shown in this collection of his favourite fl ies. and valued at $200.00 each. ($400 total value) Th ese Fast Passes provide you VIP entry to Cowboys Tent and/or Cowboys Dance 46 TFO Deer Creek 13-ft 7/8-wt, 4-pc Spey Hall, during the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth! You will be Rod allowed one entry per pass, per person on the chosen date. DONOR | Springbrook Manufacturing May be used day or evening with no time restraints. Designed by Spey legend Bob Meiser and fi shing guide and teacher Patagonia Rio Azul Waders (L) 53 Mike Kinney, the Deer Creek Series was designed to be a high DONOR | Elements Inc.- Patagonia Banff/Calgary performing, versatile, and budget-conscious line of Spey rods. Although having a traditional action feel, these rods are very well Designed for the traveling angler who requires lightweight adapted to all styles of modern Spey casting including two-hand performance, the Rio Azul is Patagonia’s most packable H2No® overhead, short belly, Skagit and Scandinavian techniques. Performance Standard waterproof/breathable wader. 47 “Junkyard Hog” by Hayden Lambson, Size as is. LE #1879/5500 Tinhorn Creek Guest House Package 54 DONOR | Golden Moments DONOR | Tinhorn Creek Vineyard Vineyards
Obvious from his enthusiasm for wildlife conservation and his Tinhorn Creek Vineyards, one of B.C.’s most exciting estate artwork itself is Hayden’s love for hunting and the outdoors. It is a wineries, has once again provided a fantastic two night stay for 2 at love that has been embraced by all members of his family and has their guest house among the vines. Th e morning sun will wake you become a great thread that brings the family together. from a restful night’s sleep as it gently creeps over the mountains to drench the south Okanagan’s “Golden Mile” in another day of 48 Executive Offi ce Chair warmth. Facilities include kitchen, bbq, seasonal swimming pool DONOR | Stor Office Furniture and breathtaking views of the valley.
Need a new work chair? Take home this fi ne chair from Stor Offi ce Meals are not included. Furniture tonight. “Bull Pintail” by Marc Pierce, cold cast 55 49 Chef’s Table Experience for 4 with Wine Pairings bronze DONOR | Scott Land & Lease Ltd. DONOR | Cinquecento 500 Cucina “Each original sculpture is composed using our proprietary Be taken care of by chef’s Rocco and Gennaro at 500 Cucina, process- “Montana Bronze”, using blends of fi ne resins with Inglewood’s hottest new restaurant. Th is contemporary space the addition of pure pewter and bronze. Th e beautiful fi nish is serves all classic Italian cuisine and made John Gilchrist’s “Top 20 the result of hand-applied patinas and metallic paint, carefully Restaurants of 2013” list. Enjoy a meal for four people, each course matched to accent all of the subtle details of the artwork.” created by the chefs and expertly paired with wines from their list of fi ne Italian wines. Hillberg & Berk Golden Shimmer Earring 56 50 iPad Mini 16GB with Retina Display and and Necklace Set Wi-Fi DONOR | TD Commercial Banking DONOR | Peter Giuffre You might recognize the Hillberg and Berk line from CBC’s Dragons’ Den. Hillberg & Berk launched in spring 2007. Th e iPad mini with Retina display is amazing to hold. And behold. Th e company is named after designer Rachel Mielke’s great Every photo is incredibly detailed and vibrant, and every line of grandmother, Hilda Bergman, and her dog Berkeley. H&B creates text is remarkably crisp and clear. With higher resolution than an beautiful, wearable jewelry that is both timeless and ageless. All HDTV, it’s stunning — on a whole new scale. jewelry is made in Regina, Saskatchewan using precious gems. 51 “Pomegranate Time”, “Taber’s Flashy Nautilus FWX 5/6 Fly Reel 57 Cousin”, and “Pear Huddle”, DONOR | West Winds Fly Shop acrylic on canvas Th e Nautilus FWX (Feather Weight Extreme) series is the most DONOR | Kathleen McCallum technologically advanced and the lightest machined aluminum disc drag trout fl y reel on the market. Local artist Kathleen McCallum paints delicious fruits and vegetables using acrylics. Her work may be viewed at Just Imajan Steelhead Flies by the Best 58 Gallery in Cochrane. DONOR | Friends of TUC
A group of Calgary anglers (Saturday Lunch group at Nick’s) has tied a selection of their favourite tried and proven fl ies specially for this dinner.
40 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 41 59 Fishpond Westwater Carry-on Rolling Carey Price Team Canada 2014 65 Duffl e Autographed Olympic Jersey DONOR | Fifth Avenue Auto Haus DONOR | Matrix Specialty Chemicals
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Sue is a Calgary acrylic artist specializing in palette knife painting. In Canada’s hockey gold medal run Drew Doughty became She began her career as an artist 30 years ago in the realm of Team Canada’s go-to guy for both scoring and defense. Here is a garden design and has recently cultivated her skill as a palette knife wonderful memento of a glorious gold medal run by the men’s team. painter. Inspired by both natural and structural environment, she creates small intimate pieces as well as large feature wall paintings. Patagonia Women’s Torrentshell Jacket 67 Sue is represented at the Grasby Art Studio in Calgary (www. grasbyartstudio.com) as well as www.calgarygardendesign.com. (M) DONOR | Elements Inc.- Patagonia Banff/Calgary 61 Zen 8 Grill’s Buddha Belly Cookery Aside from stunning landscapes, Southern Patagonia is known Experience for Four for one thing: wet weather. For trekking and hiking in drenching DONOR | Zen 8 Grill conditions, our Torrentshell Jacket provides H2No® Performance Standard protection that’s durable, lightweight and versatile. Th is is a fun interactive experience to share with three of your friends. Th e chef’s from Zen 8 Grill mentor you through the Size Medium; not exchangeable Shokyu level (Beginners). Here, you and your party will learn the basics of making miso soup, creating maki (sushi rolls) and Patagonia Men’s Storm Jacket (L) 68 temaki (individual hand cones). It also includes basic sake tasting DONOR | Elements Inc.- Patagonia Banff/Calgary including a section on how it is brewed and chopsticks lessons. In the end, each participant will receive a certifi cate, which is necessary Th e Storm Jacket will keep you dry in torrential rain and mountain to take the next level of the Buddha’s Belly Cookery Class. blizzards for years, and recently Patagonia made it even better. It still staves off the most determined moisture, outside and in, with 62 “The Save” by Ken Wesman, 1988 Olympic its 2-layer H2No® Performance Standard hard-shell construction Print Series LE #200/300 - a 100%polyester double ripstop shell coupled with a waterproof/ breathable barrier with a Deluge® DWR (durable water repellent) DONOR | Friend of TUC fi nish, sealed seams and a hanging mesh-and-taff eta liner. Ken Wesman is an artist commissioned for seven offi cial images for Size as is. the 1988 Olympic Winter Games in Calgary. Later that same year, with an invitation from the Korean Olympic President, he painted 2 Dozen of Ken’s Favourite Steelhead Flies 69 and exhibited at the Olympic Summer Games in Seoul, South DONOR | Ken Banner Korea. Each resulted in exhibit sell-outs, and four of these images are now in both Olympic Halls of Fame. Edmonton supporter Ken Banner donated this box of his favourite steelhead fl ies for all the steelheaders in attendance. 63 The Quick and Dirty Boudoir Session 70 DONOR | Miss Behave Photography “Earl of Edmont Residence” by Mary Baranowski Lowden, LE #30/75 Th e quick and dirty session is great for a sassy woman who knows what she wants. Session includes 1.5 hours of shooting time as well DONOR | Honourable Jonathan Denis, MLA, QC as our full hair styling and make up services. Th is session is great Th e Edmont residence was built in 1938 on their ranch where for a sassy woman who knows what she wants. Up to three outfi t Willowpark and Mapleridge currently exist. It was a beautiful changes and one background change per session. Additional looks 26 room mansion and was a landmark for Calgary until it was and backgrounds can also be added to this package. demolished in 1967. 64 Fishpond Storm Mountain Gear Bag Savage 22 WMR Magnum Bolt Action Rifl e 71 DONOR | Fifth Avenue Auto Haus with Simmons 3-9X Scope and Case If your gear obsession has you looking for fi rst-class organization DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club and storage options, Fishpond has put together an excellent bag that should meet the needs of most anglers. Th e set of features— If you like to shoot varmit’s such as gophers, this could be the rifl e and more importantly—quality, concept and execution makes it a for you! value compared to similar bags on the market.
42 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 43 72 Cowboy’s Fast Passes “Soaring Peregrine Falcon” sculpture 80 DONOR | Cowboy’s DONOR | Aileen Pelzer
Each set of Legendary Cowboys Fast Passes is good for two people Calgary is home to several pairs of peregrine falcons. Celebrate and valued at $200.00 each. ($400 total value) Th ese Fast Passes them with this sculpture of a peregrine soaring. provide you VIP entry to Cowboys Tent and/or Cowboys Dance Hall, during the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth! You will be The Beatles 1964 U.S. Tour Concert Tickets 81 allowed 1 entry per pass, per person on the chosen date. DONOR | Ticnicas Reunidas
May be used day or evening with no time restraints. Th is offi cially licensed framed presentation celebrates Th e Beatles 73 historic 1964 U.S. Tour, their fi rst tour of America. Replicas of 23 Winston Boron III LS 8-ft 6-in, 5-wt, 4-pc concert tickets from the tour are featured in this stunning tribute Fly Rod to the band that changed rock and roll. DONOR | Matrix Drilling Fluids Belgo Chef’s Bar Dinner for 2 82 Th e Winston LS rods perfectly blend the incredible “Winston DONOR | Belgo Brassiere Feel” with Boron III technology to produce a modern light line series. Th is medium-fast action series is lively and responsive, and Enjoy an evening on Belgo for you and a guest, as you dine on a delicately presents a fl y with extraordinary accuracy. Built with fi ve-course meal prepared by executive chef Andrew Gass. Belgo’s advanced Boron III technology, this remarkably lightweight series sommelier will also be pairing the dinner with wine and beer to has incredible touch, feel and control. Th ese rods are the ideal compete your meal. selection for small stream enthusiasts, anglers using light tippets Please note, some restrictions apply and a reservation must be made. for big fi sh, or those who enjoy stalking big fi sh with small fl ies. 83 74 “Walleye” Offi ce Chair Hardy Cascapedia Mk III 5/6/7 Fly Reel DONOR | Fish Tales Fly Shop DONOR | Sandy Hrycyk Hardy likes to think of the Cascapedia as simple perfection. Th ey For the walleye anglers in our audience, here is the perfect chair have gone back to the original design using a traditional solid for your home or offi ce as it has an embroidered walleye right on front plate adorned with 3 highly polished metal badges. Th e reel the back! resembles the original 1930s model but has all the top features of 75 A Portrait is a Life Time Memory a modern game reel. Hardy defi es you not to fall in love with the Cascapedia Mk III. DONOR | Nathalie Boisvert Image Artist & Photography “Midnight Thunder” Atlantic Salmon 84 Nathalie is one of Canada’s fi nest portrait photographers. Her photo of you or any subject you choose will give you a lifetime of joy. Display Fly 76 Fishpond “Chica” Fishing Vest DONOR | Colin Callbeck DONOR | Joshua Borger Colin has been tying specialty fl ies for many years. He has demonstrated his tying skills in seminars both in Canada and Th ere’s no need to swim around in a vest designed for your brother; abroad. Th is fl y is an original, designed and dressed by Colin outfi t yourself for your next fl y fi shing excursion in the Fishpond and has been specially created for Trout Unlimited 2014 dinner. women’s Chica vest. Th is lightweight vest was designed specifi cally Th is fl y, the Midnight Th under, is tied on a blind eye hook with to fi t a woman’s contours to allow for uninhibited movement and a silk gut eye and silk fl oss. Some of the rare feathers are from the comfort. Edward’s Pheasant, Red Rori, Lady Amherst, Diamond Fire Tail, wild Golden Pheasant, Blue Macaw and ostrich. 77 Terry’s Game Changer Fly Selection 85 DONOR | Terry Johnson Tim Horton’s Package DONOR | Tim Horton’s 32nd Avenue NE Terry Johnson calls these his game changer fl ies. You can fi nd out for yourself by testing them out on your next trip to the salt. Keep your Tim’s coff ee energy high with the great gift package! 78 Plush Rocking Horse “Brown Trout and Caddis” by Karl A. Geist, 86 DONOR | Fifth Avenue Auto Haus LE #89/300 What youngster does not enjoy a rocking horse? If you have a DONOR | Tom LeFaive, Victoria child’s birthday coming up here is the perfect gift! ACAD instructor Karl Geist is one of the fi nest fi shing artists in 79 A “Gold Room” Fairmont Palliser Getaway Canada as shown in this print of a brown trout feeding on the caddis hatch. DONOR | Fairmont Palliser Hotel Ladies Abalone Pearl and Crystal Necklace 87 Enjoy the luxury of Fairmont Gold - it’s a hotel within a hotel. Fairmont Gold is a private concierge fl oor with upgraded services DONOR | Packers Plus and amenities where you will enjoy two nights’ accommodation Th e clusters of multicolored, iridescent pearls with gold and pewter along with a $150 dining certifi cate. All Th e Fairmont Palliser crystals make this stunning necklace sparkle, and the delicate Gold rooms are newly renovated and complete with modern abalone pearl clasp adds a chic fi nish. Th is beautiful, timeless piece business amenities. Each Fairmont Gold Room includes a lends itself to every occasion. CD player/alarm radio, complimentary shoeshine and nightly turndown service. Rooms also feature a minimum of two telephones, morning delivery of coff ee, tea or juice and choice of newspaper.
44 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 45 88 Rushton TUC Logo Stillwater Net Fishpond Piney Creek Tech Pack 96 DONOR | Joshua Borger DONOR | Packers Plus
Th is Signature Series “Stillwater” net is ideal for pontoon boats and Th e Fishpond Piney Creek Tech pack is minimal — everything fl oat tubes. If features a four ply laminated hoop with contrasting you need for a one day fi shing trip and not a gizmo more. The pack handle made from domestic and exotic hardwoods and is fi nished is insanely light, has 1,220 cubic inches of space, two zip out rod with a durable urethane. tube holders, can accommodate a bladder for drinking, recessed “garages” for all zippers and snaps. Great pack for long days away 89 “Fragments VI” by Pam Weber, acrylic from your vehicle. 97 DONOR | Pam Weber Village Brewery Tour with Tasting Pam Weber’s paintings are easily recognized for their vibrant DONOR | Village Brewery colours and, at times, a sense of whimsy. You and three friends will enjoy a one hour brewery tour with 90 “Canyon Horses” Torchiere Lamp samples, a pint and a souvenir glass. And when you leave you DONOR | Joshua Borger will take with you two “Growlers”, one each of the Monk Chai Winter Porter and the newest addition to the Village family, the Resident artist Judy Kreitinger employed her creative talent and Troubadour Mild Brown Ale. her appreciation for nature’s organic colors and materials to design these beautiful accent lights featuring silk painted fabric shades Stuart Creek Golf for 4 98 that will enhance your lodge or western decor with a warm glow DONOR | www.canmore.com and elegant sculpture at the same time. Wherever golf ranks on your list of passions, high mountain 91 1 Night Weekend Stay with Breakfast and courses are among the most spectacular and rewarding golf $100 Voucher for Thomsons Restaurant experiences in the world. Th e pinnacle of Canada’s mountain golf is Stewart Creek Golf & Country Club, consistently rated among DONOR | Hyatt Regency Hotel the best golf experiences in the country. You will enjoy a Friday or Saturday night stay at the Hyatt 99 Regency, including a dinner certifi cate for dining and Silvertip Golf for 4 complimentary breakfast. DONOR | www.canmore.com
Expires September 30, 2014 “As a professional, I’ve golfed all over the world and I fi nd the Silvertip Golf Course to be one of the most spectacular I’ve ever 92 Orvis Ladies Endura Stocking Foot Waders played. It is just one reason I’ve chosen Silvertip as my home resort (Large Petite) course. Between Les Furber’s incredible layout and the scenery, it is easy to see why.” Stephen Ames DONOR | Orvis 100 Add a new 3-layer upper and a 5-layer lower for better abrasion Golf for 4 with Carts, Strathmore Golf Club resistance plus a back-seam construction to eliminate inseam DONOR | Strathmore Golf Club abrasion and you have one tough, but comfortable, women’s stocking foot wader to hold up to hard fi shing. Th e Strathmore Golf Club is located 25 minutes East of Calgary. Th is 18 hole golf course is one of the best rural courses in the Size as is. Calgary area. Th e links style course features a challenging front nine that includes our signature hole. Th e 5th hole is a Par 4 93 “Rainbow Trout” by Marc Pierce, carving measuring 377 yards with a dog leg left and a second shot to a full DONOR | Scott Land & Lease Ltd. island green. Th is rainbow trout carving was done by Marc Pierce to celebrate A Garden in a Barrel 101 the 30th anniversary of his company, Big Sky Carvers. DONOR | Signature Outdoor Services
94 Get Ready for Your Close Up! Th is is the ideal garden for just about anyone—a wooden barrel DONOR | Butter Beauty Parlor which can be planted with whatever you like. A barrel can fi t just about anywhere—on a balcony, deck, side of the house or garage- Be ready for your close up with this relaxing pre-photo shoot touch -anywhere. And the good folks at SOS Garden will plant it with up. Have your nails redone and your hair professionally blow out what you want, whether perennials, annuals, herbs, you name it! to perfection before your close up. Hand Crafted Leather Fly Wallet with Flies 102 95 “Chinatown Back Alley” by James [Jim] DONOR | Tony Cassar McLaren Nicoll RACA, ASA (1892-1996), Noted taxidermist and angler Tony Cassar hand-crafted this fl y OE print wallet which comes with some traditional Atlantic salmon fl ies. DONOR | Friend of TUC Float on the Bow River with Altheia Oswald 103 James McLaren Nicoll 1892-1986, was born in Fort Macleod and grew up in Fernie and Nelson, British Columbia. He served in “Mrs. Jamaica” the First World War, and then trained as a civil engineer at the DONOR | Altheia Oswald; Don Pike University of Alberta. Although he worked as an engineer for the Canadian Pacifi c Railway (CPR) and J.O.G. Sanderson for many You will join Mrs. Jamaica Altheia Oswald for a one day guided years, his fi rst love was art. He was a poet and writer, and began to fl oat down the Bow River with TUC’s Director of Special paint in 1930. Events Don Pike. Enjoy a great day on the river fi shing with fun companions.
46 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 47 104 La Petite Robe Noire Couture Eau de The Platinum Silent Auction Section Perfume (100ml) Th e ten items in the Platinum section features the best of the best DONOR | Ania Basak of our Silent Auction. Trips, sculptures, original art, and high end services, all valued at a minimum of $2000 plus, are all in one Guerlain launches La Petite Robe Noire Couture at the beginning location for your bidding convenience. of 2014 as a new fl anker of the hugely successful La Petite Robe Noire perfume line. Th is new fragrance is conceived as glamorous, more chypre and fi t for the red carpet. Also included is Meteorites Light-Diff using Primer and Meteorites Perles-Illuminating Powder. Samuel Adams Brewery Private Behind- 107 The-Scenes Tour 105 BAM Solutions Gift Certifi cate DONOR | Tourmaline Oil Corp. DONOR | BAM Solutions Enjoy a 1-hour private behind-the-scenes tour and tasting for two BAM Solutions has donated a $300 gift certifi cate that you can at Samuel Adams® Brewery with a senior staff member who will use for hiring promotional staff , servers, bartenders or marketing explain the brewing process used to make this craft beer. Sample consulting services. BAM off ers the following services: a few of the award- winning beers, including an exclusive taste of • Promotional Models Utopias. Also enjoy a 5-course dinner at McCormick & Schmick’s • Bartending/Flair Bar-tending with beer pairing for two. Th e menu changes on a seasonal basis • Hostesses for Corporate Events and includes local specialties and chef-inspired creations. • Golf Caddies • Sampling Representatives You will enjoy three night’s accommodation at either the Fairmont • Street Teams Copley Plaza or Fairmont Battery Wharf hotels with daily • Models for photo shoots/Print Ads/Calendars breakfast for two. Round trip coach class airfare from Canada to • Promotional models for Trade Shows Boston is included. Runway Models/Fashion Shows • Some conditions apply. • Ambiance Modeling • Greeters “Severe Thunderstorm Near Bieseker” by 108 If you see a need in the future for these types of services this is the Ted Raftery, oil on canvas gift certifi cate for you. DONOR | Brian Stone 106 VIP Package for up to Fifteen People Ted Raftery has been painting full-time in the Calgary area since DONOR | STANDARD 1978. He enjoys Calgary as a base because of its proximity to the mountains, foothills, prairie and wetlands, all of which he loves to Th e management and staff of STANDARD are delighted to off er paint. Ted is also very fond of portraying the extremely changeable you the following prize in support of the 30th Annual Calgary Alberta weather. It may be peaceful calm, the drama of a storm, National Conservation for Trout Unlimited Canada. or the lonely, wilderness feel of the mountains. His works appear • Corporate VIP Bottle Service Package: in many private and corporate collections in Canada, the USA, • Complimentary Limo Pickup Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, Great Britain and Germany. His • VIP Access – No Line & No Cover work is available exclusively at Gainsborough Galleries. • Dedicated Private Server & Door Host • 3 Bottles Included “The Fisherman (Kingfi sher)” by Ott Jones, 109 Good for up to 15 People • bronze sculpture STANDARD is setting the new standard as the place to see and be DONOR | Tourmaline Oil Corp. seen. Enjoy a great evening out! Montana sculptor Ott Jones is nationally recognized for his wildlife and sporting theme bronzes and has been a full-time professional for over two decades. His sculptures include a wide variety of subjects ranging from various species of animals, birds, and game fi sh to his fly fi shing bronzes. Suit Yourself with Canali 110 DONOR | Henry Singer Men’s Wear
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48 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 49 111 “Foothills Farm” by Duncan MacKinnon An Assortment of Wine 200 Crockford (1920-1992), oil on canvas Phelps Insignia Magnum 2010 DONOR | Tourmaline Oil Corp. DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club Th is esteemed artist, known as “Duncan” in the art world, was born in Tobermory, Isle of Mull, Scotland in 1920.Very few of Insignia Magnum 2010 Duncan’s paintings reached the commercial market as he was fully occupied with commissioned works. His paintings adorn private collections in Canada and around the world, including those of Her Tedeschi Amarone 3L Double Magnum 201 Majesty the Queen, Prince Charles, Princess Margaret, the Right DONOR | Richmond Hill Wines Honourable Pierre Elliott Trudeau, Honourable Peter Lougheed, the Rockefeller Foundation, and many others. He passed away in Tedeschi Amarone 3L 2009 1992. 202 112 Bass Fishing on Lake Okeechobee, Florida Giulia Wine Selection DONOR | Tourmaline Oil Corp. DONOR | Richmond Hill Wines
Lake Okeechobee is located in central and southern Florida; the Giulia Barolo 2009 730 square mile lake is the largest freshwater lake in the state of Giulia Chardonnay 2009 Florida and is the second largest freshwater lake contained entirely within the lower 48 states. Lake Okeechobee is one of the hottest Giulia Pinot Noir fi shing lakes in Florida for largemouth bass, crappie and bluegill; also the most famous lake in the state for catching quality and quantity of bass at one location. You and a companion will enjoy Serradenari Wine Pair 203 one day of fully guided fi shing, including rods, reels, tackle and DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club lures. Serradenari Barolo 2009 Th is day of fi shing will be part of your three night stay at the Hyatt Place Ft. Myers or the Hyatt Place Ft. Lauderdale Airport or the Serradenari Nebbiolo 2010 Hyatt Place Plantation Ft. Lauderdale. A $200 Budget car rental certifi cate and round trip coach class airfare from Canada to Florida 204 are also included. Mitolo G.A.M. 6 Litre Bottle DONOR | Richmond Hill Wines Some conditions apply. Mitolo G.A.M. 6 Litre Bottle 2006 113 “Incredible Cape Kiwanda” by Glenn Olson DONOR | Friend of TUC Tedeschi Wine Selection 205 Glenn Olson’s affi nity with nature is closely linked to his DONOR | Richmond Hill Wines upbringing on a ranch in southwestern Saskatchewan. Tools of his research include photography and sketching, with an appropriate Tedeschi Amarone 2008 balance of imagination. Glenn works primarily with acrylics on either board or canvas in developing his highly detailed paintings. Tedeschi Fabriservia Amarone 2007 Tedeschi Monte Olmi Amarone 2008 114 “Rocky Mountain Whitefi sh” Hand Blown Sculpture Two Hands Flagship Series 206 DONOR | Bavin Glassworks DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club “Making fi sh out of glass is an art that we have been experimenting with for over a decade. As a medium, the fl uid-like qualities of glass, Two Hands Aerope Grenache 2011 easily captures the movement of a fi sh. Th e fi sh almost seems alive Two Hands Aphrodite Cabernet Sauvignon 2011 as the hot glass gently sways during the blowing process.” Two Hands Ares Shiraz 2011 115 The Ultimate Professionals in Vehicle Repair Cliff Lede Selection 207 DONOR | Contemporary Coachworks DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club Repairing and painting our vehicles is something we often delay too Cliff Lede Cabernet Sauvignon Stags Leap District 2010 long. With this $2000 certifi cate, the successful bidder tonight will have no such excuse as Contemporary Coachworks are regarded as Cliff Lede Poetry 2009 second to none when it comes to repairing and fi nishing. Cliff Lede Sauvignon Blanc 2012 116 “On Point” by Norman Kelly, oil on board DONOR | Estate of Daryl “Doc” Seaman
Norman Kelly has been painting professionally for over thirty fi ve years and says of his work, “My wildlife paintings belong to a real place and a real experience—be it the wooded area or creek on my property, or the isles of Scotland , the wintering place of Barnacle geese , or further yet to the vast plains of East Africa.”
50 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 51 208 Two Hands Picture Series Selection Charbonniere Wine Selection 214 DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club
Two Hands Angels Share 2011 Charbonniere Brusquie 2010 Two Hands Sexy Beast 2012 Charbonniere Envol 2010 Two Hands Bad Impersonator 2006 Charbonniere Domaine 2010 Two Hands Brilliant Disguise 2012 Two Hands Gnarly Dudes 2010 St. Prefert Chateauneuf du Pape 215 DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club Two Hands Yesterdays 2009 St. Prefert CNP Auguste 2011 209 Messias Colheita Selection St. Prefert CNP Blanc 2012 DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club St. Prefert CNP Classique 2012 Messias Colheita 1965 216 Messias Colheita 1966 Alicia Wine Selection, Argentina DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club Messias Colheita 1977 Messias Colheita 1985 Alicia Brote Negro Old Vines 2009 Messias Colheita 1994 Alicia Cuarsz Petit Verdot 2007 Messias Colheita 2003 Alicia Malbec 2009 Alicia Nebbiolo 2007 210 Wing Canyon Wines Alicia Piedra Cabernet Sauvignon 2010 DONOR | Richmond Hill Wines Alicia Piedra Malbec 2010 Wing Canyon Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 217 Wing Canyon Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2010 Tenuta San Leonardo Wine Selection DONOR | Richmond Hill Wines Wing Canyon Lolita Merlot 2009 Villa Gresti 2005 211 Two Hands Garden Series San Leonardo 2006 DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club San Leonardo Terre di San Leonardo 2009 Two Hands Bella’s Garden 2012 218 Two Hands Max’s Garden 2012 Tofanelli Wine Selection Napa Valley DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club Two Hands Harry & Edward’s Garden 2012 Two Hands Sophie’s Garden 2012 Tofanelli Charbono 2010 Two Hands Samantha’s Garden 2012 Tofanelli Petite Sirah 2010 Two Hands Lily’s Garden 2012 Tofanelli Zinfandel 2010
212 Glatzer Wine Selection Cune Wine Selection 219 DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club DONOR | Richmond Hill Wines
Amon Ra 2012 Cune Reserva 2009 Anaperenna 2012 Cune Imperial 1988 Bishop 2012 Cune Imperial Gran Reserva 2005
213 Heartland Wine Selection Bond Estates Wine Selection 220 DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club DONOR | Richmond Hill Wines
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Two Hands My Hands Shiraz 2010
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“Th is complex and delicious blend comes charging out the glass with a bouquet of blackberry, cherry, plum and chocolate. Th e palate deliver rich fruits with a hint of sage brush and notes of fi ne cocoa tannins. Notable for tis beautiful balance, it should hold well through 2020 or decant and drink now. A great pairing with rich braised or grilled meat.” Graham Pierce, winemaker Note Bene
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Enjoy a multi-case “world of wines” for an instant wine cellar. Th is would provide you with wines for all your summer barbecues! Licence #378781
The Bucket Raffl e Th irty-six buckets, thirty-six great prizes! Licence #378784
56 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 57 River Raft for Rafting and Fishing DONOR | High Arctic Energy Services
Th is self-bailing raft is suitable for white water rafting for up to ten people. Try your skill on our white water rivers or take a group on a leisurely fl oat down the Bow River. Once you install the fi shing frame, you have an excellent angling craft for up to three people. For some of our smaller rivers in Alberta and BC such as the St. Mary, Castle, Oldman, and the upper Elk, rafts are often the preferred craft. When river levels are lower rafts will slide over the over rock ledgers and boulders that would stop a drift boat dead in the water.Th e raft comes complete with fi shing frame and oars. Our thanks to High Arctic Energy Services for sponsoring the raft package. Total Package Value: $7500 Tickets are $20 each or get 1 ticket with a $100 Bundle Raffl e package. Licence #378778
Raffl e Prize: Oyster Perpetual Datejust II (41 mm) with steel and 18K white gold, fl uted bezel, dark rhodium dial with ten diamonds, Oyster bracelet. Suggested Retail Price: $11,250 +tax
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Tickets cost $20 each or get 1 ticket with a $100 Bundle Raffl e package. Licence #378775
58 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 59 Wines of the World Raffl e Fine Firearms Package Special Raffl e DONOR | Earls; Joey Restaurants DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club
For anyone who enjoys hunting and fi rearms we have a wonderful package for you to win this evening. Our fi rearms are: “Wine is sunlight, held together by water!”—Galileo Gallilei Beretta Silver Pigeon O/U 12-gauge shotgun
Designed to perform, the Silver Pigeon is also as beautiful to the eye as it is to the touch. Th e oil-fi nished stock is select walnut with a traditional Schnabel fore-end. Th is over-under also enjoys the Beretta’s legendary point-ability, thanks to the 680 series low-profi le receiver. Furthermore, the absolute strength of the unique locking system provides for years of trouble-free use. Th is shotgun will take 3-inch shells.
CZ 550 Lux 30-06 Rifl e
Over the past several dinners we have been able to off er our “Wines of the World” raffl e. Wine is widely regarded as one of humanities greatest achievements. As Benjamin Franklin said, “Th e discovery of wine is of greater moment than the discovery of a constellation. Th e universe is too full of stars.” Th e CZ 550 series rifl es represent a new line of elegant, aesthetic So we are delighted to off er one again our version of an instant and ergonomically designed fi rearms. For the sake of enhancing wine cellar. Whether a wine expert or a wine novice, this could their accuracy and attaining a long service life these rifl es are fi tted be the wine collection for you! We have an outstanding collection with hammer forged barrels. Th e diversifi ed range of CZ 550 form around the world—Europe, Australia, South Africa, and the models with their characteristics and elegant design solutions meet Americas. Th ere is wine for every taste—wine you can drink this contemporary requirements as laid upon sporting and hunting weekend, wine you can take to a party and wine you can drink in weapons. Th is model has a 5 shell magazine. a few years. It is all available to take home tonight thanks to our generous donors. CZ 550 Lux 22-250 Rifl e Value: $4000 plus
“With bread and wine you can walk your road.” (Con pan y vino se anda el camino.) — Spanish Proverb Like its 30-06 big brother the 22-250 is part of the new CZ rifl e line that are aesthetic and ergonomically designed fi rearms. The Tickets are $20 each or get 1 ticket with a $100 Bundle Raffl e, rifl es are provided with a compact trigger mechanism featuring a single-set trigger. Th e trigger can be adjusted for pull weight Take some great wines home tonight!. Licence #378781 and travel. Th e set trigger can be easily dismantled without impairing its functional properties or adjustment of single stage trigger mechanism. Th e CZ 550 rifl es are provided with a two or three position safety, which is disengaged in forward direction as standard. Th is would be a great rifl e for taking out varmits!
Th is fi rearm package has a retail value of over $4000! You could take home all these fi rearms tonight! Tickets are $50 each or 3 for $100. Licence #378783
60 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 61 The Bucket Raffl e Poulan Pro 35cc16-in Gas Chainsaw 15 DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club Welcome to our Bucket Raffl e. We have 36 buckets, each with its own unique prize. It is your choice as to which of the buckets you Bose SoundDock II 16 want to put your ticket(s) in. Th is way you will only win something DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club you would be happy to have! Th ere is over $12,000 in prize value spread over the 36 buckets. Orvis Fly/Spin Combo Set 17 DO NOT deposit the Master ticket that is part of your raffl e ticket DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club set. Th e Master ticket is your claim ticket—without it you cannot claim your prize. Licence #378784 Simoniz 1800 PSI Electric Pressure Washer 18 DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club 1 Cuisinart® Gourmet 600 Propane BBQ Multi-person Towable Boat Tube 19 DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club 2 Lagavulin 16-Year Old Single Malt; The Winston VSL 9-ft, 6-wt, 4-pc Graphite Fly 20 Glenrothes 1995 Speyside Single Malt; Set Rod of Four Glasses from Crate & Barrel DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club DONOR | Eric Olson Skil 428 Piece Tool Set and Mastercraft 21 3 Radio Controlled Helicopter with 2GB Video 233 Piece Socket and Tool Set Camera DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club Minn Kota Endura Max 55# 36 Trolling 22 4 Long Handled Landing Net Motor DONOR | Fred Calverley DONOR | The Fishin’ Hole 5 Cuisinart Forged Cutlery Set Bolt Action .17 Calibre Rifl e with Scope 23 DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club 6 Bradley Counter Top Smoker with Assorted Dyson Digital Slim Multi Floor Vacuum 24 Bisquettes (DC35) DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club 7 iPad Mini 16GB Wi-Fi Plus Model Margaritaville® Fiji Frozen Concoction 25 DONOR | Peter Giuffre Maker 8 Danby Dual-Zone 38 Bottle Wine Cooler DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club GoPro Hero 3+ Hero Edition 26 9 Exotic Moments Lingerie Gift Certifi cate DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club and Selection of Nicholson Naturals Beauty Rushton TUC Logo Blackwater Landing Net 27 Products DONOR | Trout Unlimited Canada DONOR | Exotic Moments and Nicholson Naturals Mosquito Magnet “Patriot” Trap 28 10 Fishpond Nimbus Guide Pack DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club Patio Drink Cooler 29 11 Tasco Luminova 675x4.5 Telescope DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club A “Gold Room” Fairmont Palliser Getaway 30 12 Master Craft 1200 Watt Portable Generator DONOR | Fairmont Palliser Hotel DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club Philips Laptop Multimedia Speakers 2.1 31 13 Cuisinart EasyPop Popcorn Maker DONOR | Colin Callbeck DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club Frequent Flyer 9-ft, 9wt, 7-pc Fly Rod 32 14 Hummingbird Fishing Buddy 140C Fish with Access Mid-Arbour Reel and Hydros Finder Saltwater All-Rounder 9-wt Line DONOR | The Fishin’ Hole DONOR | Trout Unlimited Canada
62 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 63 33 Brunello di Montalcino Collosorbo 2004 Magnum (RP 91/100) DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club
34 Stanley Fat Max 20 Volt Cordless Tool Set DONOR | Brico Electric 35 HP 11.6” Chromebook (16GB Flash / 2GB RAM / Chrome OS) DONOR | Calgary Wine & Merchandise Club
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64 Trout Unlimited Canada GOVERNMENT OF ALBERTA Premier of Alberta Message from Honourable Alison M. Redford, QC Premier of Alberta
On behalf of the back of Government of Alberta, congratulations on the 30th anniversary of the National letter’s Conservation Dinner for Trout Unlimited Canada. I know this event and the Coldwater divider Conservation Fund are vital to the success of your organization, and I wish you all the best with your fundraising eff orts. We work hard to protect the quality and quantity of water used to support the environmental, economic, and social needs of Albertans. We cannot do this alone, and we appreciate the co- operation of our citizens, industrial and municipal partners, and stewardship organizations like Trout Unlimited Canada. As the country’s leading coldwater conservation association, your contribution is invaluable as you carry out your mission to conserve, protect, and restore Canada’s freshwater ecosystems and their resources. We also acknowledge the contribution of the conservation-minded donors who help make Trout Unlimited Canada’s work possible. I look forward to your continued success, and hope that you all have a wonderful evening.
Alison M. Redford, QC March 20, 2014
66 Trout Unlimited Canada Trout Unlimited Canada 67 GOVERNMENT OF ALBERTA Offi ce of the Minister
Greetings from Honourable Robin Campbell Minister of Environment and Sustainable Resource Development
It is an honour to welcome you to the 2014 National Conservation Dinner in Calgary for Trout Unlimited Canada. Water is fundamental to life. Th e Government of Alberta is proud of our accomplishments on water management and our proven record of eff ective conservation and protection. We know we must manage water in a way that protects our resources – from clean drinking water to enjoying our lakes – while allowing economic growth to continue. I want to thank Trout Unlimited Canada for sharing the responsibility to protect this precious resource. Your network of dedicated volunteers contribute endless hours of hard work to carry out Trout Unlimited Canada’s goals to conserve, protect, and restore Canada’s freshwater ecosystems and their coldwater resources. Your generous donors also help make all this work possible. We know we can always count on your organization – from pitching in with recovery eff orts after last year’s fl oods in southern Alberta, to contributing to the Water Conversation and the South Saskatchewan Regional Plan. Congratulations to Trout Unlimited Canada on another outstanding event, and enjoy your evening.
Honourable Robin Campbell Minister of Environment and Sustainable Resource Development
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