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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1983-04-13, Page 18by Step.; cooke The Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters is growling every day, but a big drive to add new members will take place this year. The "anti" organizations are growing every year and unless we fight back, we'll soon lase our hunting and fishing. Greenpeace has publicly stated that the seal haunt was their first priority. When at's completed, their next target is trapping, with hunting and fishing right behind. No, it's not conjecture — the organization's ex- ecutives have actually announced at. Other organizations are also jumping on the band- wagon. Why not? It's an easy way to make money with all the gullible people around, and as long as they kick up a fuss in the news media, the money keeps coming in. In a letter from Tom Walters from OFAH, he points out that: They I the anti's) have just recently approached every household in the city of Ottawa, as well as other major cities, for a cash donation to help them in their fight. One way of reducing hunting immediately is to get as much land as possible posted no hunting. The less land available to hunters. the fewer 0000rtunities they have. They don't think small. In fact, over 10,500,000 acres of Crown land ( presently used for hun- ting) is very close to having much of that posted no hunting. In some cases no boating or fishing will be allowed by merely getting the government to call them parks instead of Crown land. They are very, very close to accomplishing this act. The only way we can fight back is with a strong counter organization, and the Federation of Anglers and Hunters is just that, but it needs a strong member- ship to be effective. If you don't belong now - JOIN, and if you do belong, sign up for a friend. Just drop a note saying you would like to join to: Tom Walters, c/o OFAH, P.O. Box 28, Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 6Y5 and he'll send you out an application form and informa- tion. Don't put it off, or it may be too late. The silver anniversary of the "Molson" Big Fish Contest casts off on the 15th day of April, 1983 and will celebrate with the addition of a new catch and live release category. The 25 year old contest, operated by the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters, has over $35,000.00 in cash and prizes to be won. Anglers can win 18 Evinrude electric trolling motors and 270 Mitchell rod and reel combinations, plus up to $600 cash in each of nine species categories. In addition to these awards, an honor award will be sent to each entrant whose fish meet the minimum standards in both the regular and a new live release category. The live release category is` a special addition to this year's contest which will enable those sportsmen that catch and release fish, the opportunity of entering, the contest. The only difference is you will have to carry a camera and measuring tape in your tackle box to be able to adequately complete the entry form. Each fish can only be entered in one category or the other but of- fers a conservation oriented alternative to the angler. This year, the coho and chinook will be combined into one salmon category. Leading fish scientists have determined it is becoming more and more difficult to distinguish between the two species without doing an internal examination. The increasing similarities between the salmon are presumed to be the result of similar habitats being shared by both species. All fish may be entered in one of the nine categories and those reaching the minimum length or weight re- quirements are eligible to win a personalized com- memorative 25th anniversary plaque. Ontario's most prestigious fishing contest has attain- ed international recognition. All entries are subject to Ontario Fishing Regulations. The entry forms for 1983 are available at most tackle shops, ;lodges, taxider- mists, Evinrude dealerships, "ANGLER & HUNTER" magazine or direct from The Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters, Box 28, Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 6Y5. For those hunters planning their fall activities, small game seasons will remain basically unchanged for • 1983, Ontario Natural Resources Minister Alan 'Pope announced today. "There will be increased opportunities to hunt phea- sant in parts of southern Ontario," said Mr. Pope. ag limits, season length and/or hunting hours have been liberalized in Wildlife Management Units (WMUs) 78, 89, 90 and 92. These changes are for areas where put - and -take hunting occurs and reproduction by wild over -wintered birds is minimal to non-existent. By Lois Gibb s ill Ra ►:m: drove Gorlyn Andy to his second win from IRAs last three starts at Wind- sor Raceway on Friday, April 8, timed in 2:02.3. Unfortunately, the rave - year -old cer by John R. Rip - K.S.B. Chief, raised by Gorlyn Acres (Gord, Bill, and Cindy Rapson) of RR 3, Clinton, was claimed out of his latest race and is now in the Gord Roselle Stable. Gorlyn Andy took a record at three of 2:03.3 and reduc- ed that ma -k to 2:02.1 on March 27. To date his earnings total $11,702. Johnny Freight won his third of the year with John Lester on the bike for co - mealy wins owner Ken Parke of Varna an a 2:07 mile at London on April 4. Becky Hi finished third in a 2:07.3 intik in the third for lessee Rene Dupuis of Seaforth_ At London on Wednesday night, Ross Battin won the first in 2: with Hilea Ray for Ben Feagan of Goderich. Getting fourth place finishes were Goshen Girl, co -owned by John Lester and Ken Parke; Ames Pride for Jean and Ben Feagan and Laurie Valentine, owned by Bill Bradley of Goderich. Vesta Herbert was second in a 2:07.2 mile at Flarnbor o Downs for owner C.W. (Jiggs) Le Beau of Soccer mee On Sunday, April 10 two soccer meetings were held in Seaforth to discuss the up- coming season. This year all soccer teams, including Junior and Seniors, are governed by the Ontario Soccer Association. In Clinton the teams are considered to be number 0702 in District 14. Clinton, Seaforth, St. Columban and Goderich have decided to use the old registration forms and basically remain a bush league, only playing in their league and not playing any Ontario Cup Soccer games or teams. A great deal of discussion was connected with this year's registration fee and it was decided that each team will pay $20 to register. Travelling a problem Travelling was also discussed at the meeting and it was hoped that a Northern League could be set up to eliminate the long drives to Port Elgin and Kincardine. Money returned All bond money out- standing, will be returned to the participating clubs. gates will be set for playoffs at the time of sched ing in hope of more participation. Sportsman show conn i iv g On April 15 and 16 Goderich is holding a sportsman show at the Community Centre. All sports -minded people are urged to attend. Soccer clinic to be held A Level 1 Soccer clinic will be held in Seaforth on April 23 and 24. A referee clinic will also be held near the end of the month. Anyone in- terested should contact Recreation Director ::ryan Peter at 527 ')2. The next meeting of the Huron Youth Soccer will be held on May 2 and 15 at the Wednesday, April 1 3th to Suter y, April 16th "THIS WEEK ONLY" GRID "JOB RATED BOOTS" a" ; . 8°' Models SAFETY TOE & S LE INSULATED SAFETY TOE & SOLE 39570 'While Supplies last" *FREE BOTTLE OF SILICONE WITH ANY SAFETY BOOT PURCHASE 1 rucefield on April b. On Friday night at Lon- don, Win+ _. +>tin, train by August De Groof of RR 3, Chan, n,n, won in 2: st;`-2 for her second win this year for owner Irene Colquhoun of London with Rod Robblee driving. John Lester was them with Uncle Mel for owner Ken Parke of Varna in the first, while Gerry Roebuck finish- ed fifth with Rustic Helene in a 2:05 mile in the seventh for Charles and Clara Basin ey of Goderich. R J Ready, owned by Bob and Doreen Rowcliffe of Hensall, was second in a $15,1 11 trot at Mohawk Raceway on Sunday night. His earnings now total $97,910. gs held Seaforth Arena. Clinton Minor Soccer is grateful to the Clinton Kinsmen for their help this year in providing minor soccer with five new coaches. Hopefully with their ex- perience they will be able to help the youth this summer to have a very successful season. CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13, 1983-- PAGE 17 On April 9 the Junior C Mnstangs held their annual awards banquet- Pictured from left to right, Tena Captain Jim Fritzley winner of the leading scorer trophy and the most valuable player; Tony Glbbings winner of the best defensive player and most outstanding player; Ken Thornton the rookie of the year and Breit Dow the most dedicated player. Absent from the photo was Brad Armstrong who won the most improved player award. (R.:e Hilts photo) • ULLY GULLY A / I ♦P41:17 I *r.' 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