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2010 C.N.I.B. / MS Society / Nanaimo F & G Family Fishing Day
This years family fishing day was a great success yet again. The day got off to a slightly slightly slower start than last year, but things picked up quickly and there were kids on every side of the pond reeling in their trout! The pond was stocked with over 100 trout donated by Vancouver Island University so there were plenty to be caught by the kids and some eager adults of course. Teaming up with the C.N.I.B, MS Society, and Nanaimo Yacht Club this year's event proved once again to be a fun and rewarding event that we will look forward to again next year, and in many year's to come.
 Thank you to all the wonderful hard working volunteers who do all the work to make this event run smoothly and successfully. Everyone from members of the Yacht club driving the boats in the morning, to the kitchen staff are greatly appreciated and did an outstanding job!
-We hope to see everyone there again next year for another great event!
2009 Guy Fawkes Night
"T'was a dark and stormy night..." as befits the anniversary of the failed attemp to blow up the British Parliament, which, in light of the present days circus it has become, is unfortunate. Over 30 brave souls ventured out to enjoy the hot cocoa, bonfire, hot cocoa, fireworks, hot cocoa, and the antics of the intrepid anti-firemen trying to ignite a pile of rain (and diesel) soaked wood and tree debris. Their efforts and those of the valiant fireworks crew as well as the kitchen crew (did I mention the hot cocoa?) were greatly appreciated. 
From Wikipedia : In Canada, Bonfire Night/Guy Fawkes Night is largely unheard of in most provinces, although it is still celebrated in a few places. The tradition was planted along with other cultural practices of British colonists in the 19th century.[17] However practices have been modified over two centuries since arriving from the United Kingdom as the following reveals:"The night is also still celebrated in Nanaimo, British Columbia. The custom was brought over by British coal miners that came to Nanaimo in the mid 1800s. They built very tall bonfires – often 40 feet (12 metres) or taller, sometimes from "spare" railroad ties that they'd come across. Over the years in Nanaimo, by the 1960s the effigy of Guy Fawkes had disappeared, and so had the name – it's just called "Bonfire Night" by the local children. Now (2006), the tradition has largely been lost altogether, and the few remaining celebrations that are held are mostly in private backyards."[18]
Al Brown and his hard working crew have been preparing the Fish Pond for the upcoming 2009 CNIB / MS Society Family Fishing Day and BBQ.
Main item on the agenda was replacing the aging Bridge.
Before & After Bridge Repairs Thanks Guys 
2010 Annual Banquet and Fundraiser
Our Annual Banquet & Fundraiser was held on February 13th and as usual, it was a sellout and an overwhelming success. Everybody enjoyed themselves and were extremely generous when it came to supporting our club. Special thanks have to go to Bob & Deri Morris who once again headed up the fundraising committee and put in untold hours getting things ready to go. George Denton did a bang up job as our new Banquet Chairperson and thanks to Greg Stephens, our outgoing Banquet Chairperson, for the years that he's put in doingthat job. Thanks also to all the local merchants and individuals who generously donated to our fundraiser and I ask all our members to remember these merchants when you're out spending your hard earned money. Let them know that you're supporting them because they supported us. The whole night was the culmination of hundreds of volunteer hours. From the kitchen staff, the setup staff, fundraising committee, to those who sold tickets and ran prizes at the banquet, a sincere thank you goes out to each and everyone of you. Respectfully Submitted, David Parenteau
Turkey Shoot 2009
Congratualtions AL BROWN and his crew for organizing and presenting another fantastic Turkey Shoot.
The Turkey Wheel and Dice table were hot and the crowd reaction to a winner at the TRAP Annie Oakley was spontaneous and loud. The Silhouette shooters were a study in concentration sighting in at the 100 yd. Rams with their open sighted rifles, while the Archers enjoyed a beautiful crisp trek through the woods. The board sellers are to be congratulated for their hard work, and the shooters, scorers, phoners all worked diligently to keep it all done before closing time. The Bake sale and crafts tables were beautifylly laid out, and Lynn was busilly signing up Memberships
Thanks to Larry M. for obtaining the signs directing people to the Turkey Trailer. Eye poppers to be sure ! And thanks to the Traffic gang for keeping the traffic moving smoothly, while the Turkey handlers kept the Prizes flowing. I think The most gratifying sight of all was the group of youngsters with the Club .22s shooting their silhouettes. A good time was had by all.
Well done everyone !
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