Washington Wild Sheep Foundation Banquet

[trophyhunt]

Yeah, and the food was pretty good! $55 for the moose tag!!  I think there are a lot of people with money out there, all the auctions went for big money! Couple coolers went for around $3,000!! I bet we raised a ton last night! Was great to see all the peeps I don’t get to see enough! Fun night.

Heck $55 I could afford that!!!

lol, oops! Fixed it.

[trophyhunt]

yakima would be centrally located

nooooo, stay on the wet/commie side!

[jackelope]

Yeah, and the food was pretty good! $55 for the moose tag!!  I think there are a lot of people with money out there, all the auctions went for big money! Couple coolers went for around $3,000!! I bet we raised a ton last night! Was great to see all the peeps I don’t get to see enough! Fun night.

Heck $55 I could afford that!!!

lol, oops! Fixed it.

I would have gone $60!! if you didn’t fix it.

[Tbar]

Very interesting night. Had some great conversations, venue was way too small for the crowd.  Probably left with far more questions than answers. 

[cem3434]

Very interesting night. Had some great conversations, venue was way too small for the crowd.  Probably left with far more questions than answers.

Please expand on what was interesting and what questions you have that weren't answered.  You have been pretty outspoken, but making statements like your last comment about having more questions than answers does nothing in my opinion to move the conversation forward.

I think most of us feel like we are trying to help put more and keep sheep on the mountain. Do some guys with deep pockets win and buy some high priced items? Yes. Does all of the money go to the sheep?  No. Do a lot of other animals and use groups benefit from our donations?  Yes. Will most of us ever get to hunt sheep in our lives? No.

Lots of questions with simple answers, but at least we are trying to do something versus just chastising others on the internet. Just look at the list of projects in the program that our money has helped with over the years and then you will see why many of us are passionate about supporting the sheep foundation.

[Tbar]

Out of respect to a couple of folks I'll probably not get too deep.  There is a real conflict of interest within the amin.  There is a lack of transparency and the commitment to conservation of sheep vs growing record book sheep is definitely debatable.  As for just chastising others on the internet, please bring a resume of volunteering over a lifetime and we can compare.  Not saying I give the most but I absolutely have given many thousands of hours volunteering as well as a commitment to conservation.  As with others, volunteering comes at an expense and the rewards are often intangible.  On a side note I was happy to see the moose tag end on the right side of the room and wish him luck.

[nwhunter]

Out of respect to a couple of folks I'll probably not get too deep.  There is a real conflict of interest within the amin.  There is a lack of transparency and the commitment to conservation of sheep vs growing record book sheep is definitely debatable.  As for just chastising others on the internet, please bring a resume of volunteering over a lifetime and we can compare.  Not saying I give the most but I absolutely have given many thousands of hours volunteering as well as a commitment to conservation.  As with others, volunteering comes at an expense and the rewards are often intangible.  On a side note I was happy to see the moose tag end on the right side of the room and wish him luck.

Since you were in the same room with the two guys you apparently have an issue with did you even approach them and have a conversation about your issues. I’m sure they would have taken time to chat in between everything else they were doing to make the banquet happen..I would have bought you a beer and chatted but no idea who you are tbar 🤷🏽‍♂️It was nice to have an in person banquet again and good to see so many people that are on the same side…As far as the moose tag the guy who got it is a good buddy of mine and spent hard earned dollars to get that and he should get a great bull.. not sure who the other bidders were but assume they were good guys as well just hoping to get to hunt big shiras moose…

[Tbar]

They were pretty busy last night. They had plenty of opportunity to say hello. 

[trophyhunt]

Out of respect to a couple of folks I'll probably not get too deep.  There is a real conflict of interest within the amin.  There is a lack of transparency and the commitment to conservation of sheep vs growing record book sheep is definitely debatable.  As for just chastising others on the internet, please bring a resume of volunteering over a lifetime and we can compare.  Not saying I give the most but I absolutely have given many thousands of hours volunteering as well as a commitment to conservation.  As with others, volunteering comes at an expense and the rewards are often intangible.  On a side note I was happy to see the moose tag end on the right side of the room and wish him luck.

Since you were in the same room with the two guys you apparently have an issue with did you even approach them and have a conversation about your issues. I’m sure they would have taken time to chat in between everything else they were doing to make the banquet happen..I would have bought you a beer and chatted but no idea who you are tbar 🤷🏽‍♂️It was nice to have an in person banquet again and good to see so many people that are on the same side…As far as the moose tag the guy who got it is a good buddy of mine and spent hard earned dollars to get that and he should get a great bull.. not sure who the other bidders were but assume they were good guys as well just hoping to get to hunt big shiras moose…

Didn't get to talk with ya Scott, it was great to be at the show again in person! All those involved put on a good show, lots of work was done. Tbar, I haven't read every page on this thread, but I have this sense you dislike the foundation?  Why were you there then?  If I'm wrong, then I apologize but if you have some animosity about something, what is it exactly?  Is there a real example you have of fishy stuff going on? 

[Tbar]

I'm a visual person and have been asked to check out the show by both members and attendees. You always learn more by being somewhere. It was a great party with lots of like minded people. The venue was too small for the crowd, they ran the food line through the tables.  The food was okay if you like commercial grade rib and Atlantic salmon. The biggest beneficiary was the venue. I've never minded spending money on a party. If you want to get into commitment to conservation, other conservation minded NGO's and conflicts of interests with Bailey and landrus we can go there.  When it comes to sheep conservation and putting and keeping more sheep on the mountain the WWSF probably would be 3rd or 4th in Washington state while having the most means of any .org. They like many critter orgs often won't always do what's right to the species they represent because of who tabled the idea or who it might offend.  It's all a balance and not always about the sheep as the message and mission would lead you to believe.  They knew I was there and had many opportunities to engage but like previously stated they were very busy. 

[nwhunter]

I'm a visual person and have been asked to check out the show by both members and attendees. You always learn more by being somewhere. It was a great party with lots of like minded people. The venue was too small for the crowd, they ran the food line through the tables.  The food was okay if you like commercial grade rib and Atlantic salmon. The biggest beneficiary was the venue. I've never minded spending money on a party. If you want to get into commitment to conservation, other conservation minded NGO's and conflicts of interests with Bailey and landrus we can go there.  When it comes to sheep conservation and putting and keeping more sheep on the mountain the WWSF probably would be 3rd or 4th in Washington state while having the most means of any .org. They like many critter orgs often won't always do what's right to the species they represent because of who tabled the idea or who it might offend.  It's all a balance and not always about the sheep as the message and mission would lead you to believe.  They knew I was there and had many opportunities to engage but like previously stated they were very busy. 

Well after going two years with no in person events for groups like this they could have served hot dogs and had us stand out in the rain in line and I wouldn't get on here and complain .. I'm a volunteer on many fronts, heck I get to coach peewee basketball tonight of all thing, and I know that no matter the cause theres no way to make everyone happy. Whatever your issue is with the wa wild sheep guys is  don't let it taint the efforts behind putting on a banquet for a good cause and getting everyone togethor for a night that looked like everyone enjoyed... I'm done commenting here.....

[starbailey]

I just want to thank everyone that came out and supported the mount display at the banquet as I how difficult it can be transporting your trophies. It was an awesome display of over 60 mounts, euros, and reproductions. A display like this is hard to beat at any banquet and thank you for making it a huge success!

[starbailey]

It was an honor having the new & old state record rocky rams in the display.

[Falcon]

It was an honor having the new & old state record rocky rams in the display.

Thanks Brian for sponsoring the entire ram display.  I had a great time checking in rams and talking with the members bringing them in.  Very proud to be involved with our WSF chapter.   Some hard working guys and gals who have the same common goal.  To work hand in hand with all of our partners  to keep Washington moving forward with sustainable bighorn sheep management.   

[10mmg]

I always love this event. I have really missed it the last two years. Dad and I are always high with anticipation each year. Usually we walk away empty handed but this year I won 2 guns. With that kind of luck I am buying a power ball ticket. Good luck to the moose tag winner. I hate going to the west side that i escape many years ago but this event it worth it. Thanks to all who worked hard to put on a good show. The volunteers do a great job from start to finish. Only comment would be to double the food line options to get dinner served faster. Just a thought.

See ya all next year.