Youth Hunter's Academy 2012

The Dates are set for this summer's Youth Hunter's Academy!  Applications will be available on our website within the coming days so be sure to check in soon to get your child registered for another great week in the field.

First and Second Year Cadets will run from June 11th - 15th

Third and Fourth Year Cadets will run from June 18th - 22nd

This summer, 3rd and 4th year cadets will be able to compete for $1000 Academic Scholarship in honor of Braydn Fox - Age 8 , who passed away last fall from an ATV accident just prior to the clinic.  We will have more details on the Scholarship in the coming weeks so be sure to check in and visit.
Applications will also be available this coming weekend at the Indianapolis Deer and Turkey Expo.  The show is being held at the Indianapolis Fairgrounds and will run from Friday the 17th - Sunday the 19th.

Stop in and see us!

Shania Bags Her First Buck!

Shania Davis of Ellettsville, Indiana bagged her first deer this past December with a 50 caliber muzzleloader.  Backwater Legacies Chairman, Paul Anderson assisted Shania on the hunt.
Not a bad looking trophy for a 16 year old lady, especially for her first deer!  Shania attends Edgewood High School in Ellettsville and has attended the Backwater Legacies Youth Hunting Clinics for the last three seasons.  Her marksmanship is superb and it proved to be beneficial when this bruiser came into view.
Congratulations Shania!  See you at the Youth Hunter's Academy this summer!

Award Winners

Winners of the Red Cross 3D Archery Benefit Shoot held at the Presnell Plantation in Morgantown, Indiana, Saturday, September 3rd.  Top Picture: finishing 1st and 3rd were Dan Law and his son Dan.  Lower Picture:  finishing in 2nd place was Donnie Beasely.  Congratulations to all three gentlemen.
We wish to thank all those that attended in support of the American Red Cross.  Your time and contributions were valued and appreciated.  Many of those in need will benefit from your generous donation.

Youth Ministry Clay Shoot

Youth Members and friends of Northside Christian Church in Bloomington, Indiana participated in a fantastic day of Sporting Clays at the Presnell Plantation in Morgantown, IN.
The kids had the opportunity to make new acquaintences, enjoy cook-out in the great outdoors and share an inspiring devotional before knocking down some clay birds later in the evening.
Newer shooters caught on quickly after taking instructions and the more experienced shooters were having a terrific time as well.  The targets were challenging, yet enjoyable.
It was definitely a great night of friendly shooting and entertainment for us all.
We thank Northside Christian Church for continuing to support our Youth Ministry program.

American Red Cross Benefit Shoot

YOUTH HUNTING CLINIC

Outreach with Fellowship of Christian Outdoorsmen

Backwater Legacies Inc. (BWL) traveled north to Lebanon, Indiana for an Outreach Hogroast Luncheon with Fellowship of Christian Outdoorsmen (FCO).  We had a terrific time with all the children and their parents.   BWL brought archery equipment and .22 caliber rifles for the kids to learn archery and rifle skills.  The warm weather was beautiful without a cloud in the sky.
Children and adults spent the afternoon, swimming, playing yard games, shooting rifle targets and flinging a few dozen arrows.  Some were shooting rifle or bow for the first time in their lives.  This was a special time for all of us indeed!
The meal was absolutely fabulous with thanks going out to the many families that prepared home cooked goodies and desserts.  We also wish to thank Jim Jones of Spencer, IN.  Jim spent the entire night preparing and cooking the hog dinner, a fantastic job Jim!!
The adults had a chance to weigh in on the shooting fun as well, making the entire atmosphere a warm and welcome event.
FCO has a super program and their fellowship and willingness to serve the Lord is outstanding. We encourage all to visit their website:  www.fcoutdoorsmen.com and we look forward to assisting FCO and many more Christian programs in the near future.  God Bless you guys for all you do and we look forward to seeing you on the trail!

Paul Anderson
Chairman
Backwater Legacies Inc.