Fascinating fundraiser by local group!

I got this notice and thought it was very inventive!

WORKER AUCTION!
De Pere High School Wrestlers,
Managers and Coaches Up for Bid!
Sponsored by the De Pere Wrestling Booster Club.
Up for auction is 8 hours of work (can be divided into separate
sessions) to be determined by the winning bidder.
Activities could include but are not limited to:
WHERE: East De Pere High School Gym
(1700 Chicago Street)
WHEN: Thursday – January 21st, 2010
(Approximately 8pm auction start time – follows dual meet vs. Bay Port)
Please support our 6th Annual Event. Proceeds support the Youth, Middle
School, and High School wrestling programs in De Pere.
** Not responsible for any injuries received while working. **

● Auto Detailing
● Gutter Cleaning ● Window Cleaning
● Business-Casual Labor ● Etc.
● Snow Shoveling ● Lawn Care
● Painting ● Baby-Sitting
● Moving ● Spring Cleaning
● Farm Chores ● General Maintenance
● Landscaping

Sister City Youth Program

The De Pere Sister City Board is soliciting funds to send two De Pere high school students to Sweden (per an invitation from our sister city Amal, Sweden) to participate in the “Youth Toward a Greener Future – Europe Conference”.   Fact Sheet here

They are hoping to send one student from the West De Pere District and one from the Unified District.  Students are submitting applications at this time and a competitive selection process will determine what students will be selected from all of the applicants.  These students would be the only representatives from the US.  Most of the countries in Europe will have students attend.  The students and two chaperones will be in Sweden from April 10th through the 18th and will give a presentation to the community when they return.

If you are interested in helping support this incredible opportunity for two students from our area, please let me know and I’ll connect you with the right people.

From the information letter from the Sister City Committee:

De Pere Sister Cities International, organized in 2006, was created with the mission of “promoting global partnerships and perspectives”. Our first and primary goal involves youth and education. The objectives of this goal focus on promoting student/teacher exchanges, and creating joint research projects  involving our local schools. We are dedicated to promoting diversity and providing our youth with an understanding and familiarity with the different cultures in the world community.

We are very excited about an opportunity recently offered to the De Pere Sister City organization to participate in a youth exchange with our Sister City, Åmål Sweden.  We have been invited to send two youths to participate in an unprecedented, multi-national “Youth for a Greener Future Europe”, along with youths from 10 other European countries. The youth delegates from De Pere, have the unique opportunity of being the only U.S. delegates invited to participate in this conference.  It is, without question, a tremendous opportunity for the youth to actively participate within a group of international peers in discussing global topics such as climate change, sustainable health and environment, energy and renewable resources, food supply, etc.

The conference, conducted in English, will take place April 11-18, 2010 and the application process is now underway, with applications and essays due by January 4, 2010. The selection process will take place in early January.

We are asking for your financial support in this very worthy cause. The European organization and our Sister City will graciously pay for the accommodation, food and any conference registration costs for the De Pere youths. The only costs our youth will be responsible for are transportation costs.  We estimate the expenses for two youth and two chaperones will be $5000. We are trying to give all applicants an equal chance of being able to attend this chance–of-a-lifetime opportunity, and therefore we would really appreciate any financial support you can provide.  The De Pere Sister Cities International is a 501c3 organization.

Mary Van Vonderen

Marketing Committee Chairperson

De Pere Sister Cities International

920-339-2787

Email: mvanvonderen@megtec.com

Izaak Walton League of BC announces Junior Ikes

Keeping with the weekend theme of the environment, ecology and sustainability, from the Izaak Walton League announces a BROWN COUNTY CHAPTER OF THE IZAAK WALTON LEAGUE JUNIOR IKES, A Youth Chapter For Students Ages 8 – 17

Founded in 1922, the Izaak Walton League is one of the nation’s oldest and most respected conservation organizations. For more than 80 years, the Brown County Chapter has been active in the League protecting the natural resources in Brown County.

In an effort to reconnect children with nature, the Brown County Chapter has recently formed a youth program, Junior Ikes, along with a chapter for
college students. The Junior Ikes program works to involve young people in wildlife conservation and the outdoors.

The Junior Ikes is for any children ages 8-17 who are interested in conservation, wildlife, outdoor activities, community service, and of course, having FUN.

The Junior Ikes Program is designed to introduce youth to our natural resource by involving them in fun, educational activities. The program will
emphasize awareness, appreciation and understanding of wildlife and natural resources.

Members will participate in various conservation and outdoor activities throughout the year. The Junior Ikes program will mix active education with active fun. While the first year has been mostly planned by the Chapter, students will be responsible for determining and planning the group activities.

The Junior Ikes will meet on the 2nd Saturday of each month. Most meetings will occur at Osprey Point but will also take place throughout the area
depending on the activity.

Because the Junior Ikes is a new program, the Brown County Chapter has put together a schedule for 2010 year. The schedule is subject to change depending on the students and their interests.

2 0 1 0 S c h e d u l e

• Jan. 9, 2010 – Build birdhouses and learn about various bird species at Osprey Point
• Feb. 13, 2010 – Snowshoeing / cross-country skiing /winter activities
• March 13, 2010 – Search for fresh whitetail deer sheds
• April 10, 2010 – Plant trees / wildflowers / native plants (weather dependent)
• May 8, 2010 – Nature Photography
• June 12, 2010 – Hiking Trip / birdwatching
• July 10, 2010 – Fishing / Learn to tie flies
• August 14, 2010 – Camping / Wilderness Skills
• Sept. 11, 2010 – Stream Improvement Project Oct. 9, 2010 – Archery
• Nov. 13, 2010 – To be Determined
• Dec. 11, 2010 – Make Nature-Oriented Christmas Gifts

A D D I T I O N A L  E V E N T S  F O R J U N I O R  I K E  M E M B E R S  A N D
T H E I R  F A M I L I E S

T E D D Y  B E A R  H U N T – A p r i l / E a r t h Wee k
The Chapter’s largest community-oriented event is its annual Teddy Bear Hunt which is held as part of the Chapter’s Earth Day celebration. As part of the Teddy Bear Hunt, the Chapter hides teddy bears throughout the trails at Osprey Point so children are able to “hunt” for a special teddy bear while acquainting themselves with the trails and natural resources Osprey Point has to share. Member families purchase a “hunting license” for $10.00, which covers the cost of lunch for the entire family, a teddy bear for each child, and other special
outdoor activities such as fishing, bird watching, geo-caching and nature crafts. The day also includes an educational component wherein families are able
to learn about a conservation related topic or learn a skill they can use in enjoying the outdoors.

F A L L  F E S T – 1 s t  S a t u r d a y  i n  O c t o b e r
During the first Saturday in October, the Chapter sponsors a fall festival which is open to the public. This is another family-oriented event which brings together family members of all ages, including grandparents. It is an afternoon of fun-filled, outdoor activities for the family. The biggest hit is the horse-drawn wagon rides on the nature trails. The children also enjoy the various arts and craft projects, including pumpkin painting and peanut butter bird feeders. There are also other fun activities such as a nature scavenger hunt, fishing and
roasting of hot dogs and marshmallows. The cost per member family is $10.00, which includes the cost of lunch.

F O R  M O R E  I N F O R M A T I O N Visit  www.iwla.org/browncounty,
www.iwla.org/browncounty or contact the President, Jodi Arndt at jla@lcojlaw.com or 920-639-2302.