Post by: boneaddict on June 22, 2010, 06:33:40 AM
I believe Actionshooter just recieved the travelling plaque. BTKR posted a story of a kid in need of funds to go to the world championships for archery. His profile is a little different than what we have supported in the past. After several inquiries, I think he is the perfect candidate for this charity. I can't think of a better young man for a site dedicated to the men and woman of the outdoors to support. Meet the recipient of this years Joshua Cup.....
Sean Elza
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Local archer Sean Elza qualified for the World Team Archery Championships in Hungary next month, after winning the National Archery Association Field Nationals and taking first place in the World Team Trials.
He needed to raise four thousand dollars to travel overseas to compete for Team USA, and has already raised more than half of that.
Details of the contest:
Here's the contest......$20 to enter for ALL of your Non-resident/out of state hunts(one fee covers all hunts). Send the money via paypal to massivemuleys@fairpoint.net which is our Huntwa account and I'll keep track of the funds to make a bulk payment to our sponsored soul, or contact me via pm and I'll give you my address and you can mail me a check. Some funds will be lost to fees if paypal is used, not much but some. I will collect the funds and about once a week or so, I will send the money to our sponsored soul . Those that enter will be listed in this sticky thread . Currently there is no prize for winning the contest, but we are working on something. Right now its just to help someone, and some bragging rights. THERE IS A TRAVELLING TROPHY, and if actionshooter is so kind, he can get a closeup of it maybe and I'll add it tothis thread.
-The contest will begin with the up and coming seasons 2009 license year. The contest will end midnite Dec 31st. Some seasons will not have run yet or may still be open, but the contest is over at this time.
-Any animal recognized and measured by Pope and Young or Boone and Crocket will be eligible.
-The animals scores will be compared to the world record of each animal for each method of collection and for each category nontyp/typical etc. The score will be turned into a ratio and the one closest to the New world record, or the one that beats the new world record by the largest score. WINS
-Anyone that is hunting a Non-resident hunt is eligible. That means if you are from Montana and hunting Idaho, you are eligible. If you are from Texas and hunting Colorado, you are eligible. If you are from Washington, the animal must be from out of state. Washington state hunters that are interested in donating but are not going out of state can "enter" the contest just for the posterity of it.
Entrys will be judged on the honor system by the Boone and Crockett club or Popes, scoring system. These MUST be fairchase hunts as outlined by those scoring systems.
Similiar to the Washington contest, I would like a committee of judges to be formed. These judges are eligible for the contest. They reserve the right to reject a trophy if an issue arrives or have it measured by another party. (Where's the lawyer, this is a pain to write) If one of the committee members trophies is in the top three, then they will be replaced with another member to take their spot on the committee. The committee will reserve the right to reques tthe top three entries to be officially measured if it is necessary. Sometimes a clear victor rules out the necessity of this step. The officail score sheets will need to be posted prior to the first of March.
The committee reserves the right to adjust or add rules during the contest if needed.
I was going to put a deadline on when your funds needed to be in for the contest, but since this is an honor system, at this time I would like to keep the contest open for more applicants if possible as this is a fund raiser. Funds must be entered prior to the hunt or it will not count. PLEASE have your funds in prior to hunting. You must have your application in before harvesting in order tfor the animal to be eligible for entry into the contest.
Currently, myself, and Robodad will be committee members. If our sponsored soul becomes a Millionaire and is no longer in need of funds, then the committe will reserve the right to help out someone else in misfortune.
If you send me a check, please make sure you note your online name somewhere so I can track it down.
Post by: Todd_ID on June 22, 2010, 09:25:35 AM
Post by: MuleySniper on June 22, 2010, 09:27:52 AM
MS
Post by: boneaddict on June 22, 2010, 09:41:33 AM
THANK YOU ALL FOR PARICIPATING
Boneaddict...............6/29..............Nevada
WDFWSUX............... .............Wyoming
Ray........................6/30 ...............Montana
r benn.....................7/7 .............Montana
Wackmaser...............7/6 .............Wyoming
MuleySniper.............. 6/30 ..............Oregon
PacificNWHunter........ 7/6 ..............Idaho
Actionshooter........... 6/30...............Support
Killbilly......................6/30...............Support
Doublelung................ 7/7 ................Wyoming
Jameslong................ 7/12 ................
JJ hunter................. 8/1 ..............Wy and CO
Gutpile....................7/12 ..............Wyoming
Robodad................. 7/13 ...............Support
Crowns..................7/5...................Wyoming
Bigshooter..............7/11.................Oregon and Idaho
Todd ID.................7/11..................Idaho
Cohoho.................. 7/21 ..................AK and Wyoming
NWWABOWHNTR......7/12..................Support
MtnMuley...............11/1...................Montana
Post by: boneaddict on June 22, 2010, 09:42:50 AM
Post by: boneaddict on June 22, 2010, 09:52:13 AM
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My name is Sharmell Elza, I am Sean's mom. Thank you for taking your time to inquire about Sean and his fundraiser!
Wow! How exciting to hear that Sean's story is reaching others! He is an amazing, humble young man, always willing to help others and I believe this is why people have been so willing to help him! We just reached the goal amount stated by USA Archery.Although we are finding that there are a few above and beyond things that we were not told about. I am confident that I will be able to ask frined s and family to help pull the rest together that is necessary to get there and return! .
Thank you, again, for looking in to Sean's situation! Sean has been shooting really well but this came as a complete surprise, especially when he won and we were told he had a little over 3 weeks to come up with the money to be able to attend. Another archer, Mr. Timm Hines put up the initial $600 to secure his position or he would not have had the chance at all!
The past 18 months have been a huge struggle for our family, as it has for many! For us, it has been the biggest financial struggle of our lives. (It is coming around though!) We use to fund a few of Sean's tournament trips but for the past 2 years, Sean saves and works odd jobs to be able to attend the various competitions that have enabled him to get his name out there. He has worked so hard and we are hoping that a company or individual will see his hard work and accomplishments and would like to be his permanent sponsor.
Regarding the charity work you all do, please let us know if there is anything we can do to help! Sean stated he would love to help in any way he can. He is an excellent teacher and loves to help others learn the technique and to help them have fun. Please let us know if we can help in some way!
If you would like to talk to him, give him a call. He will return your call in between classes, work and practice! I promise! He is getting so excited and feels great about this tournament!
He said he would LOVE to have 5000 extra fans to cheer him on!
I'm not sure if you would like a couple pictures but I will attach them just incase.
Your site is wonderful! The photography is amazing! (I love to take pictures of our beautiful state and our family hunting and fishing!) The whole site is super user friendly and full of useful information! And...YES, Sean loves hunting! He shoots target and field tournaments and has numerous awards. He shot a few times when he was a boy scout (I was the archery range master) but didn't actually pick up a bow again until he was 15. That's when he started shooting local tournaments and winning. Let me know if you would be interested in hearing a little more about his adventures.
He received his USA Team uniform today! WOW!! I have attached a couple pics and one from NAA National's in Spokane where he won the #1 position to attend the World Championships.
Thanks again for taking the time to contact us!
GO Team USA! Go Sean Elza!
With much gratitude,
Sharmell Elza
Post by: buckhorn2 on June 22, 2010, 10:06:49 AM
Post by: boneaddict on June 29, 2010, 10:15:18 AM
I'll be the first to enter my name in the hat. NEVADA here I come.
Hungary, here comes Sean Elza
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Post by: WDFW-SUX on June 29, 2010, 10:17:33 AM
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Post by: Ray on June 29, 2010, 10:41:47 AM
Post by: boneaddict on June 29, 2010, 10:43:59 AM
Post by: rb2506 on June 29, 2010, 10:45:46 AM
Post by: MuleySniper on June 29, 2010, 10:57:11 AM
MS
Post by: PacificNWhunter on June 29, 2010, 11:13:59 AM
Post by: wackmaster on June 29, 2010, 11:19:26 AM
Post by: PacificNWhunter on June 29, 2010, 09:53:30 PM
Post by: boneaddict on June 29, 2010, 10:02:54 PM
Post by: actionshooter on June 29, 2010, 10:07:03 PM
Bone, I'll get a pic up in the next couple of days.
Moneys on its way and I don't think I'll get to keep the trophy 2 years in a row, right now I don't have any tags! Maybe OTC Colorado or Idaho ??
Post by: KillBilly on June 30, 2010, 07:32:05 PM
Post by: boneaddict on July 01, 2010, 09:04:15 AM
Post by: rasbo on July 03, 2010, 01:23:02 PM
I'm in. I'll shoot a doe. Don't worry about me winning.could have a female division..go for hoof lenghth or skull
Post by: PacificNWhunter on July 03, 2010, 06:34:50 PM
Post by: boneaddict on July 07, 2010, 09:28:29 AM
Post by: DOUBLELUNG on July 07, 2010, 10:20:16 AM
Post by: boneaddict on July 07, 2010, 11:01:29 AM
Post by: jameslong on July 07, 2010, 11:14:29 AM
Post by: DOUBLELUNG on July 07, 2010, 12:12:41 PM
I'm in too. Can someone tell me where to send the money? Thanks and good luck to all!Jameslong - send it via Paypal to massivemuleys@fairpoint.net. Or, contact boneaddict for mailing instructions.
NOTE TO ALL: If you transfer from a Paypal balance, and select "personal" rather than "purchase" - the default - and "gift", there are no fees deducted.
Post by: boneaddict on July 07, 2010, 12:39:30 PM
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NOTE TO ALL: If you transfer from a Paypal balance, and select "personal" rather than "purchase" - the default - and "gift", there are no fees deducted.[/b]
EXACTLY! and all funds will go to Sean instead of a buck or two to paypal.
If you don't have paypal Jameslong, then pm me and I'll give you my address. I may say it a lot, but thanks guys.
Post by: WDFW-SUX on July 07, 2010, 12:49:21 PM
Post by: boneaddict on July 07, 2010, 12:50:41 PM
Post by: boneaddict on July 07, 2010, 04:30:18 PM
Post by: jjhunter on July 07, 2010, 04:57:23 PM
Post by: boneaddict on July 07, 2010, 05:16:33 PM
Post by: Gutpile on July 07, 2010, 07:08:50 PM
Post by: actionshooter on July 07, 2010, 07:23:30 PM
Heres the plaque.
Post by: boneaddict on July 07, 2010, 08:04:20 PM
Post by: robodad on July 07, 2010, 08:48:02 PM
JJ, either paypal to massivemuleys@fairpoint.net or pm me for an address.
Just located this thread and its awesome again as always, Bone count me in and when I return to Washington ill get the money to your papal !
Want to say a HUGE thank you very much to bone for being such a crusader when it comes to these events, and coordinating all the funds to the right folks, You got a big heart bone and I for one really appreciate all you do.regarding this contest that's so dear to our family. It is a real joy to follow along with all the efforts !! ;)
Post by: boneaddict on July 07, 2010, 09:09:21 PM
Post by: boneaddict on July 08, 2010, 09:05:09 AM
Post by: boneaddict on July 08, 2010, 09:09:19 AM
Post by: Pathfinder101 on July 08, 2010, 10:20:51 AM
What other methods of payment are there?
Post by: WDFW-SUX on July 08, 2010, 10:50:56 AM
OK, I am confused. How do you send money via Paypal to an email address? I guess the only time I have ever used Paypal is on Ebay, and all I have to do is click on "next" to do it... :dunno:
What other methods of payment are there?
its how people
Post by: Pathfinder101 on July 08, 2010, 11:09:07 AM
OK, I am confused. How do you send money via Paypal to an email address? I guess the only time I have ever used Paypal is on Ebay, and all I have to do is click on "next" to do it... :dunno:
What other methods of payment are there?
its how people pay for drugs and gambling debts.
I don't really have much of either.... :dunno: Should I just send a check?
Post by: Ray on July 08, 2010, 12:27:25 PM
Post by: Pathfinder101 on July 08, 2010, 02:52:57 PM
When you log into paypal you can "send money" through one of the tabs at the top of the page. Click on that and fill in the email address. Consider using the personal tab option as described by DOUBLELUNG.
Okay, I'll try to figure it out. I have only used it on Ebay, so I'm pretty clueless...
Post by: robodad on July 08, 2010, 05:35:32 PM
:tup: My heart pales compared to the namesake. I just hope I can honor him. Glad you are in. Headed for another one of those Wisconsin Whities?
I'm in Wisconsin now to visit the family but will not likely be able to make it back for the hunting though I sure with I could, I'm just happy to be a part of a great cause and worthy contest !! I wish all the contestants a safe and memorable hunt ! ;)
Post by: youngarchery on July 09, 2010, 01:33:58 AM
Thanks
Sean Elza
Post by: boneaddict on July 09, 2010, 05:44:28 AM
Checks came in from Wackmaster, Rbenn and PNWhunter. Sux, did you send it by camel?
Post by: boneaddict on July 09, 2010, 06:02:52 AM
It sounds like he is boarding the plane to head to Hungary at 630 this morning. I am glad he took the time to get signed up before he left. Lets cheer him on.
Post by: Bigshooter on July 09, 2010, 11:20:55 AM
Post by: youngarcherysmomma on July 09, 2010, 11:29:27 PM
This is Sean Elza's mom, Sharmell!
Our family would like to say "Thank You" to all of you who are helping Sean be able to compete in the World Field Archery Championships in Hungary! It was barely 4 weeks ago when Sean called and told me he had won the NAA Nationals and then he calmly told me he won the World Team Trials and made the USA Team to go to Hungary! After my screams of excitement, he then told me that there was no funding this year and the association stated he would need about $4000.00 dollars to make the trip. My heart fell in to my stomach. My head spun with thoughts of how we could make this happen with such little time. He then informed me that a fellow archer friend placed the $600.00 down payment on his credit card and we had to make it happen. Sean's friends held a carwash, other friends and family called the news stations and sent donations! With in a couple days he had enough to purchase the expedited passport and a little over a week later, enough for the $1400 airline ticket! We continued fundraising and a call I placed to Q13 was returned and they did a story on him! We raised $1000 from the newsbroadcast! Then there is the hotel, food, banquet, transportation, and the over $200 entry fee! Oh...then there's the above and beyond fees that no one mentioned, like the $43 power converter to be able to use his laptop for communication home! About 5 days ago, it seemed we had raised enough to get him there and back but then there was the panic that came from a returned $500 check!
I started making phone calls to see if there was anyone else willing to help. With only a week left, I didn't know if there would be enough!
When boneaddict contacted me and told me he would like to look in to Sean's situation a little further, I was overwhelmed with the feeling of hope. Many young archers have the professional backing and the means to travel from competition to competition, not Sean. He picks 1 or 2 tournaments in the states and works extra hours and other jobs to earn enough to get there. We use to be able to help him but like many others right now, we are in the worst financial situation we have ever experienced. We barely saved our house.
I am so thankful to all YOU wonderful people! It is because of good hearted people like you, that another talented young person gets the chance to do something wonderful in his life and possibly (yes, he will!) win a World Championship!
When he returns, he will be heading up to Darrington to compete in the NFAA Field nationals. Hope to see some of you there!
We are so excited to be a part of our new hunting family and look forward to communicating with all of you.
Sean and I will be posting results about the tournament daily!
Also... I love taking pictures of wildlife and our beautiful state. I told boneaddict I would like to donate a couple framed pics towards a prize. It's not much but they are nice to look at!
Packed and leaving at 4am!
Thanks again!
youngarcherysmomma and family :)
Post by: Todd_ID on July 09, 2010, 11:53:58 PM
We are pulling for you and for Sean. You'll find that good people are everywhere on here. We're a tight group with the outdoors as the common bond. Sean will fit in well here!
Sean, don't forget the best shot you can make at any tournament is when you let down and start over. Good luck man!! Do us proud!
Bone, payment sent via paypal for Idaho.
Post by: PacificNWhunter on July 10, 2010, 04:42:37 PM
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Post by: youngarchery on July 11, 2010, 04:55:42 AM
Post by: buckhorn2 on July 11, 2010, 06:54:10 AM
Post by: youngarchery on July 12, 2010, 02:19:00 AM
Thanks
Sean Elza
Post by: Ray on July 12, 2010, 06:19:49 AM
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Post by: boneaddict on July 15, 2010, 02:42:07 PM
http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,53420.msg652966.html#msg652966 (http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,53420.msg652966.html#msg652966)
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Post by: youngarchery on July 20, 2010, 05:43:53 PM
Thank you
Sean Elza
Post by: Crowns on July 20, 2010, 05:54:14 PM
Post by: gasman on July 20, 2010, 07:10:11 PM
This will be a memory for your life time.........
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