· Web viewWhen paying dues for the year, the Ozark Society dues are $15 and Bayou Chapter dues are $10. If you desire you may become a Life Member of the Ozark Society for $200

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Bayou Chapter, Ozark Society

April 2016

Our monthly meetings are held at MickleHall in the Carlisle Auditorium onCentenary College campus on the firstfloor.X marks the spot on the map.

Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month. (except December) Programstarts at 6:30 pm. Business meeting follows.

Plan to join us after the meeting forPizza and socializing.

It's annual dues time again for 2016. Our dues support BCOS conservation and club activities, Red River Clean-Up, as well as those of the Ozark Society as a whole.

Dues are $25 per year. When paying dues for the year, the Ozark Society dues are $15 and Bayou Chapter dues are $10. If you desire you may become a Life Member of the Ozark Society for $200 and for those blessed to be over 65 yrs $100. The Bayou Chapter at this time does not offer a lifetime membership.

Please mail a check to the address below or bring it to our meeting.

Bayou Chapter of the Ozark Society P.O. Box 4693Shreveport, LA 71134

Thanks for your membership in BCOS!!2016 Membership Application is on the last page of this newsletter.

Athens Big Fork Trail Maintenance

All y'all listen up. Next month APR 9 - 10 is the time for another GREAT ADVENTURE. Roy O’ Neal has set aside those dates to give all of us the opportunity to enjoy the ups and downs of life in the slow lane. The Slow Lane also being known as the Bigfork Athens Trail.

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Because we are able to camp at Shady Lake with no cost to ourselves, there is a need for some numbers.PLEASE confirm your attendance at this unique event and while you are at it, PLEASE indicate if you will be tenting or Campering [ note the new word ]

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April ProgramMara Alexander has been in the wellness and healthcare industry for nearly 15 years; she is the founder and creator of GlutenFreeWorld TV, a website

with gluten-free video travel logs, articles, wellness tips, recipes, and interviews. Mara loves to share her experiential knowledge with having traveled over 500,000 miles via land, sea and air in her global adventures. She has gained a following of nearly 10,000 individuals on social media that are located worldwide. In early 2012, her health advocacy work landed her a nomination as the "Top 40 under 40" and "Young Executive of the Year" for the 2012 Mark Cuban Annual Foggy Awards, an honor given to those who shed light on the gluten-free community. She is a Certified Health Consultant through the Academy for Healthcare Management, a Certified Health Coach through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, a Wellness Advocate through Doterra essential oils, and a a gluten-free and Celiac advocate. Mara has recently been accepted into Doterra University’s Leader Circle Wellness Advocate program, which is an intensive 6 month study on essential oils. She is a Regional Account Manager and Wellness Coordinator for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana; she manages and retains a block of business exceeding 500 corporate clients over a 9 parish region in Northern Louisiana. Mara and her husband Kevin reside in west Shreveport with their beagle Kate.

Mara will give a presentation on the basics of Essential Oils and how you can incorporate them into your daily lives. If you have ever wanted to know more about what essential oils are and how to use them, then you don’t want to miss this presentation!

Chairman’s CornerAnother month in the book and a rough one it has been for several of our members. We hope that everything will work out and at some future date everyone will be able to look back on the flooding with thanks that the worst was the loss of things and that no person was lost.

One of our members who was flooded is Harvey K. He says his camp is a mess.I know that April is a busy month for the Chapter. We have the Athens Big-fork cleanup the 8 - 10th and the following week is the spring All Society Mtg near Little Rock.

Most of us have enjoyed the hospitality of Harvs Camp at one time or another while canoeing. That being said, perhaps Harv could set a work day at some point and we could all give him a hand [ if he hasn’t done it all by himself ] .

So, hidden in the above blather are two of the trips for April. The others are the Grand Canyon Float , most likely full by this time, and the Earth Day Paddle on Caddo Lake on the 30th. This event is sponsored by the East Texas Master Naturalists and there will be a cost associated with it. I believe it is $17.00

Hope to see everyone there. I have to see ya since I can’t hear ya.

Dick M





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Special Days in April Apr. 1 – Gary Hackman’s birthday Apr. 10- Rick Miller’s birthday (Yes Rick, we are having a very Special Day Hike on the Athens-Big Fork Trail for your birthday. Hope you can make it). Apr. 15-17 Ozark All Society Meeting at Ferndale? (Near Little Rock)

Apr. 22 – Laura Touchstone Havard’s birthday Passover Begins FULL Moon Earth Day Apr. 24 – Sandra “Sandy” Roerig’s birthday That’s all I have folks. Please add any, and I know there are many, that I missed.

Bayou Chapter Ozark SocietyMarch 15, 2016 - minutes Meeting started at 6:35 p.m., with Gary Hackman introducing our two speakers Jeremy Haas and Jim Banks of ARCS Self Defense. See article elsewhere in the newsletter for more information. Business meeting was called to order at 7:53 p.m. by Chair Dick Maxwell. Secretary’s report: January minutes were read by Cathy Joyce. Steve Eyler moved to accept the minutes as read. Sandy Roerig seconded. The motion carried. Treasurer: Lisa Wilson reported we have $3,167.46 in the operating fund, and $2,198.58 in the Instructor Development Fund (IDF). Newsletter: Copies of the March newsletter are available tonight. The newsletter was late getting out because of the flooding this month. Publicity: Excellent write-up in the paper today on tonight’s speakers. Good job, Harvey! Conservation: Sandy Roerig gave a report on the Louisiana Black Bear, one of 16 American bears, and the only one threatened. Conservation Activities: Roy O’Neal reported the Athens-Big Fork Trail Maintenance is scheduled for April 8-10. OLD BUSINESS





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A permanent secretary would be appreciated! However, Louis Covington said after this month, he’ll be here more. IDF Fund: After much discussion about what to do with the funds, Karen Pitts said the contract stated if we no longer needed the funds for instructors, the money was to go into the chapter general funds. Harvey Kennedy moved the IDF funds be moved into the general funds. Steve Eyler seconded. The motion carried. Boat rental: David Pitts reported that BCOS, the Ozark Society Little Rock, and the Ozark Foundation all invested money to purchase those boats. Total cost was $4,000, with BCOS paying $2,000, OS and the OS Foundation contributing the balance. A discussion ensued on what to do with the boats. Karen suggested a proposal be written up and put in the newsletter so all can read it before voting on this issue. The discussion was tabled until a proposal could be written up. PAST OUTINGS NEW BUSINESS Steve Eyler brought up Harvey’s camp on Jeems Bayou was flooded. When the water recedes, and Harvey is ready, many of us can go out there and help him clean up, and gather his belongings that may have floated away. UPCOMING OUTINGS March 19-20: EVENT CANCELLED Sandy Roerig reported the water on the Black Bayou near Monroe is too high, and the refuge is closed. Hopefully this will be rescheduled for a later date - maybe in the fall.April 9-10: Athens-Big Fork trail maintenance. Roy O’Neal reported that our camping at Shady Lake will be free of charge, because we’re there to do the maintenance.April 15-17: All-Society meeting. Check the Ozark Society website for more details. Meeting adjourned at 8:35.March 15, 2016 speakers - recap The guest speakers at the March meeting were Jeremy Haas and Jim Banks of ARCS Self Defense. Along with the information in last month’s newsletter about what they do, here is a short recap of their presentation at our meeting. Jeremy Haas talked about what kinds of knives are legal to carry in Louisiana. Open carry (holstered) of guns is legal in LA. And he spoke of some differences between open and concealed carry. One point: How





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will you feel if you actually took someone’s life? Be honest with yourself before you actually pull that trigger. That has to be the only option you have to warrant shooting. Google LRS Self Defense legal force, deadly force for more info. Jim Banks talked about taking care of wounds in the wilderness.1- Stop the bleeding. Tourniquets are wonderful for outer extremity wounds. For body holes: stuff the wound with gauze, then cover with rubber to prevent air from getting in.2 - Immobilize with a triangle bandage, etc.3 - Deal with shock - use space blankets to keep warm.4 - Call 911 immediatelyThe aim is to slow the progression of the wound. If you have something that impedes you, do not remove it.Two Local Hikes from Pack and Paddle.com

Driskill Mountain (also referred to as Mount Driskill) is the highest natural summit in Louisiana with an elevation of 535 feet above sea level. The hike to the top is almost disappointingly short and easy – but it is great to have summited the high point of your home state.

Once on top – an interesting activity is to sign the register located at the kiosk and then read through to see all the people that have made the trip to the top. You’ll find names from all over the US. These are “Highpointers” who are trying to climb all (or as many as possible) the high points in each state.

- See more at: http://packpaddle.com/where-to-go/hiking-backpacking/mount-driskill/#sthash.MRmCZeQX.dpuf

The Saline Bayou Hiking Trail is located along the Saline Bayou National Scenic River Corridor beginning just south of Cloud Crossing Recreation Area and ending at Pearfield Launch Site Area. This 3 mile hike follows the beautiful Saline bayou as it snakes its way through central Louisiana. - See more at: http://packpaddle.com/where-to-go/hiking-backpacking/saline-bayou-trail/#sthash.Z3pxHDxj.dpuf



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BCOS Planning CalendarMore details will be posted on the BCOS yahoo groups list and on the BCOS Facebook page as the events approach. www.facebook.com/bayouozark

April15- 17 All Society Meeting near Little Rock. I will make a separate post for this.23 Bodcau Bayou Float/Paddle Winks Landing 9:00 am more info to come. 17-24 Ozark Society Grand Canyon Float Again a separate post

May1 Lake DeGray [ Arkansas ] Tri safety boats. Contact John & Cathy Joyce14 Crawfish Boil Contact HenryAnne

June4 Bistneau Trails Day 10- 12 Ouchita Haven fun days

July10 Meat Pie Tri Safety Boats10-16 Ozark Erie Canal Bike Trip10-16 Ozark Colorado Hike, Bike, Ride, Float Trip17 Cross Lake Tri Safety Boats

Aug7 River Citys Tri Safety Boats

Now, this is just a list and all dates are subject to change. Don’t forget, there WILL BE additional trips that are not on this list. So, don’t be upset if you don't see one or two that you would like.

Any complaints should be directed at the Co-Chair since I don’t handle criticism very well.

Dick M






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Ozark Society Officers Louisiana State DirectorsRoy O’ NealCell: [email protected] [email protected]

Ozark Membership ChairmanJenny [email protected]

Ozark Society SecretarySandy [email protected]

Bayou Chapter OfficersChairmanRichard W. [email protected]

Vice-ChairmanGary [email protected]

Secretaryopen

TreasurerLisa Harbour [email protected]

Canoe ClinicAdam WillardCell: [email protected]

Conservation ReportsSandy [email protected]

Newsletter PhotographerKen [email protected]

Facebook AdministratorBCOS officers

Membership ChairmanTo be announced

Newsletter Designer/WebmasterRoger [email protected]

Publicity ChairmanHarvey Kennedy

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BCOS Yahoo Groups ModeratorDee Jaye [email protected]

Local streams paddling coordinatorJack [email protected]

Local hiking coordinatorJohn and Cathy Joyce318-458-8732 / [email protected]

Conservation Activities CoordinatorRoy O’NealCell: [email protected]

Backpacking ConsultantDrew [email protected]

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ClassifiedsThis area is reserved for classified ads to buy or sell by BCOS members. If you have any items forsale you think Ozark Society members might be interested in buying please contact Roger West at [email protected] .

Slightly used 6 person tent.Asking $250.00 or will trade for precious metals, stones, ammo or used guns. Email Tom at [email protected].

Per Kalli Bailey Sue King or Keen? Couldn't quite understand her last name. She left me a voicemail saying she has 2 canoes for sale and thought someone from BCOS might be interested. 225-454-3601

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2016 Membership Application

____Renewal _____New (1 year membership)

Name: ______________________________________________________________________Phone: Home Work Cell______________________________________________________________________Address: ______________________________________________________________________Street City State Zip_______________________________________________________________Email Address: _ Please send newsletters to my email address instead of by U.S. mail.

Please circle activities that interest you:Canoeing: Flatwater WhitewaterKayaking: Whitewater RecreationalHiking: Day hikes BackpackingBiking: Touring Mountain

I understand that a certain amount of risk is involved in the activities listed above and I agree Iwill not hold the Bayou Chapter Ozark Society, its officers, instructors, event leaders or othermembers responsible for any injuries I may receive participating in activities sponsored by theclub.Signature: _______________________________________________ Date: ___________________

Return signed application with your $25 check by January 31, 2016 to:Bayou Chapter of the Ozark SocietyP.O. Box 4693Shreveport, LA 71134





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· Web viewWhen paying dues for the year, the Ozark Society dues are $15 and Bayou Chapter dues are $10. If you desire you may become a Life Member of the Ozark Society for $200