3/1/14 - The 19th annual Pheasants Forever Banquet for Habitat, Youth, and Disabled Veterans will take place next week at Crystal Gardens in Genoa Township. Matt Ikle, president of Livingston County Pheasants Forever, tells WHMI his organization is dedicated to preserving and promoting the sport of hunting through habitat restoration. The group provides members with the seed, fertilizer and technical advice to plant nesting cover. He says the habitat restoration has helped reverse the problems caused by intensive farming practices, which led to the demise of pheasants, song birds and other wildlife. The other goal of the group, according to Ikle, is to serve as youth mentors, emphasizing a knowledge and appreciation of firearm safety and conservation. The annual banquet will take place on Friday, March 7th and feature unlimited food and drink as well as games with prizes, including firearms. Live and silent auctions will also take place for items including world class artwork, vacation trips, hunting and fishing equipment and jewelry. Tickets are $80 per person or $125 for a couple and include a one-year membership to Pheasants Forever. For more information or to buy tickets, follow the link below. (JK)
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