A family in need.

[mike89]

they are in the mail.....

the yellow lab fur comes with at no charge!!!!

[gophergunner]

Thanks Mike.  Really appreciate it.  Gotta love a yellow lab, man.  Rock solid gun dogs.

[gophergunner]

I had the pleasure of meeting our very own Bobberneyes this morning.  He dropped off some gear and money for our Christmas family. I'm going to do an inventory of what we have so far and post it here tonight.  Thanks again guys.

[gophergunner]

I just went out to the mail box and received a package from Osakis, Mn. with 6 pairs of gloves.  Thanks again for the generous contributions.

[Boar]

Awsome, cant wait to my stuff in the mail...Tiss the season for giving... shouldn't be a season but year long. share the wealth!!

[gophergunner]

Thanks Boar.  We can use every bit of this.  We got down all our Christmas decorations and put the tree up today.  Made me think I should ask Shane if they have an artificial tree and decorations.

[gophergunner]

Well guys, here's some pictures of what we've gotten in for the family yet.  In addition to what's displayed here, there will be a full box of clay pigeons, all the fixings for a holiday dinner, and whatever else comes in between now and when I deliver this stuff on Sunday the 17th.  With us being a bunch of hunters,we obviously have a lot more stuff for the son, so my intention is to wait until close to D-Day, and if we haven't gotten women's winter coats (both Mom and daughter wear XL) I will buy winter coats and other gifts for the daughter.  My daughter has some stuff she's adding to the pot, and whatever cash is left will go on a Wal-Mart gift card for the daughter.  I will write up an inventory of what we have while I've got everything laid out on the table and post that later tonight.  Thank you so much for everyone's generous contributions!

[attachment deleted by admin]

[mike89]

lookin good!!!!!  keep up the good work!!!!

[Rebel SS]

 
   

[gophergunner]

Okay guys, here's the inventory list.  Sorry I didn't get this posted yesterday.  Here goes:
12 ga. 28" Mod. Choke Hi-Standard Supermatic
Canvas lined gun case
1 bx. 12 ga. field loads.
1 bx. clay pigeors
1 clay pigeon hand thrower
1 bx. Winchester Super X 30-30 ammo 150 gr.
$65.00 in checks
$20.00 in cash
1 pr. orange camo coveralls
1 set orange camo hunting coat and pants
1 pr. Sorel boots
1 pr. LaCrosse boots
1 lined camo rain coat
1 camo daysack
1 orange stocking cap
2 orange billed caps
2 camo billed caps
1 set Cabela's insulated long johns
3 pr. long johns
1 pr. winter casual gloves
2 pr. camo gloves
1 pr. orange gloves
1 pr. work gloves
1 hunting knife with gut hook and sheath
1 fillet knife with sheath
1 tanto tipped survival knife with sheath and carbon fire starter rod
1 Swiss Army style knife
1 lensatic compass
1 head lamp
2 ponchos
1 gun cleaning kit with patches, gun oil and solvent
1 survival whistle/compass/match holder
2 cap lights
1 stainless stell thermos
1 travel cup
1 pr. Baska binoculars
1 mess kit
asst. canned good
pasta
cereal
bar soap
toilet paper
paper towels
complete art kit
1 pr. camo trapper's gauntlets
1 camo t-shirt
drag rope

I am still going through more of my stuff too.  I noticed we didn't end up with any socks, so I'll be throwing in some mid weight and heavy weight sock suitable for hunting, as well as all the fixings for a holiday meal, and cookies for Shane to take to his next VFD meeting. I will be using the cash and checks to purchase winter coats for the mother and daughter, as well as more gifts for the daughter.  My daughter is going through her stuff and will be donating to the cause too. Probably stuff like make-up and ??????  We are still graciously accepting any donations to this family.  Feel free to contact me here if you have any questions on any of this.  I'm still looking for someone to ride up to visit Shane's family and hand this stuff off to them.  There needs to be full accountability on my part, and I'd just as soon have someone else involved so there's no thoughts that I'd abuse this.  Anyone interested in riding to Sandstone with me on Sunday December 17th for the handoff, I could pick you up anywhere along the I-35 corridor anywhere between Lakeville and Sandstone.

Thanks again for all of your generous contributions.

Best Regards,

Jeff

[Rebel SS]

Well, don't take Glenn wid ya! You'll end up pullin' over and tellin' him to shaddup or get out! 

[glenn57]

Well, don't take Glenn wid ya! You'll end up pullin' over and tellin' him to shaddup or get out! 

ah SHADDUPP!!;

[Netzel126]

There is no words to,explain and to express the feelings I have for all the help everyone is doing for me and my family.
It means so much to have so many people willing to help me and my family out.I hope everyone knows how much we appreciate it. Thank,you all

[Boar]

no prob brother! we are helpy helpeners. were family here. stick around! come to our gatheri g on leech lake. glad to help! what wer all suppksed to do!!

[mike89]

just glad I can....  have a great holiday season you and your family..................

[Rebel SS]

Same from me....

[gophergunner]

Gonna start wrapping some of the stuff tomorrow.  I think since we got two sets of heavy outwear, we'll give one to Shane and one to his boy.  We could use some more "girlie stuff" for the daughter.  My daughter is going through her stuff to see what she can pass along.  Thanks again for all the great contributions, guys.

[Boar]

I look thru the list and dam wish I had all that stuff, lol. send package to morrow

[gophergunner]

I look thru the list and dam wish I had all that stuff, lol. send package to morrow

Thanks Boar.  I really get the impression they will be able to put every bit of this to good use.

[gophergunner]

no prob brother! we are helpy helpeners. were family here. stick around! come to our gatheri g on leech lake. glad to help! what wer all suppksed to do!!

GREAT REPLY!

[glenn57]

no prob brother! we are helpy helpeners. were family here. stick around! come to our gatheri g on leech lake. glad to help! what wer all suppksed to do!!

GREAT REPLY!

gg......your also catching on to that boaranze language quite well!!!!!!!!!!!

[Boar]

come together...........over me..
beatles.

[gophergunner]

I suppose it's time that I just posted something to just say thanks to all our members for contributing to this family.  Outdoorsmen are a unique bunch.  We work hard, and play hard too, and deep down have a ton of respect for each other.  I think it's safe to say that most of us have had a time when someone helped us out somehow.  I think it's also safe to say that when we know one of our brethren is not doing well, we want to do what we can to help.  You guys have come through here big time, and I thank you deeply for your generous contributions.  We ARE making a difference for this family.

Thanks again guys.

Sincerely,

Jeff

[gophergunner]

Well, I started wrapping all this stuff.  I should have made you pikers come down here and partake in this glorious event.
Lessons learned:

1)  I really suck at wrapping gifts.
2)  This is a 12 pack exercise, and I ain't got no 12 pack!


I should be done wrapping this stuff some time in March.  Of next year. 

[Rebel SS]

Reb's wrapping tips:

1. Place item on paper. 2. Roll it up. 3. Fold ends over. 4. Wrap tape over everything. 

[mike89]

Mike's wrapping tips!!

place in bag, close bag, done....

[gophergunner]

Reb's wrapping tips:

1. Place item on paper. 2. Roll it up. 3. Fold ends over. 4. Wrap tape over everything. 

Note to self:  Follow Reb's instructions.
2nd note to self:  Buy more tape.  Lots of it!
3rd note to self: Don't forget the Grain Belt!

[Boar]

4th note to yourself..Money for Boar

[Boar]

this is how I wrap... I'm the Christmas wrapper yes I am..
                              wrape these gifts fast as I can..
                               wrap these gifts, yes I do...
                               wrap these gifts and give em to you!
                                word!!

[Steve-o]

this is how I wrap... I'm the Christmas wrapper yes I am..
                              wrape these gifts fast as I can..
                               wrap these gifts, yes I do...
                               wrap these gifts and give em to you!
                                word!!