Putting and Keeping Sheep on the Mountain Since 2002
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ONLINE REGISTRATION IS OPEN — Now is the time to make sure you have your tickets in order. Just like any good adventure, planning is the key to success.
Buy your tickets here now!
It's Auction Time! This year we have two online auctions that everyone is free to participate in, whether or not they'll be attending in person.
The first is for a select group of hunts which will close the day before the fund raiser. You should really check these out ASAP!
The second is the live auction that will close during the event as items are sold live. You can review at your leisure and think about how much fun some of the items could be to purchase, and then bid online and/or in person at the event!
The first is for a select group of hunts which will close the day before the fund raiser. You should really check these out ASAP!
The second is the live auction that will close during the event as items are sold live. You can review at your leisure and think about how much fun some of the items could be to purchase, and then bid online and/or in person at the event!
Book your room now!
We will be at the Doubletree by Hilton in Sacramento California. Using our room block gets you a discount. Book now since we run out of rooms in our block every year!
We have stopped selling Stone sheep raffle tickets.
Find out more about the Banquet and great drawing opportunities here!
A Big Thank You! To Our Generous Sponsors!
Important Update for Stone sheep drawing ticket holders.
Tickets are no longer available so you can skip this if you don't have one. Please read our latest update here.
Distinguished Life Member Ben Gordon Honored at GSCO National Convention
CA WSF Director, Ben Gordon, was recognized for achieving his Super Slam and Pinnacle Awards.
Congratulations, Ben! The level of commitment, effort, and passion is astounding.
Below you can see just a small sample of his recent hunting escapades.
Congratulations, Ben! The level of commitment, effort, and passion is astounding.
Below you can see just a small sample of his recent hunting escapades.
Distinguished Life Member Mike Borel Honored at National Convention
At the opening dinner on the main stage Gray N. Thornton, Ike Eastman, and Donald C. Martin came together to present the prestigious "Gordon Eastman Gras Roots Award". The honoree was none other than our own Mike Borel, who was a founding member of the chapter and has maintained continuous involvement in leadership positions ever since. Pictures and video to follow.
Congratulations Mike, richly deserved!
Congratulations Mike, richly deserved!
Life Member Vernon C. Bleich, PhD Honored with the Aldo Leopold Conservation Award
The Aldo Leopold Conservation Award was established by the American Society of Mammalogists in 2002 to honor recipients who have made outstanding contributions to the conservation of mammals and mammalian biodiversity. Prominent individuals receiving this prestigious award include Edward O. Wilson, Russell A. Mittermeier, George B. Schaller, Helene Marsh, Herbert Prinz, and Joel Berger.
The 2023 recipient of the Aldo Leopold Conservation Award is Chapter Life Member Vernon C. Bleich, who has spent his career making important and lasting contributions to the conservation of mountain sheep and other large mammals. Vern is a Life Member of the Society for the Conservation of Bighorn Sheep, the Wild Sheep Foundation, and a Boone and Crockett Club Professional Member.
You may not know, Vernon earned his Ph.D. from the University of Alaska, Fairbanks.
The 2023 recipient of the Aldo Leopold Conservation Award is Chapter Life Member Vernon C. Bleich, who has spent his career making important and lasting contributions to the conservation of mountain sheep and other large mammals. Vern is a Life Member of the Society for the Conservation of Bighorn Sheep, the Wild Sheep Foundation, and a Boone and Crockett Club Professional Member.
You may not know, Vernon earned his Ph.D. from the University of Alaska, Fairbanks.
National Convention Report
We were at National Convention in Reno mid-January. Thanks to all the members who stopped by, purchased raffle tickets, purchased tables for the upcoming fundraiser, and otherwise supported the group and our mission.
Important Change to <1 Club Requirements
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: Taking an Aoudad under free-range conditions in North America does not disqualify a hunter from <1 Club membership. More information.
What We Do
Mission
Helping Wildlife During Droughts
Our Drinkers Benefit All Wildlife
Improve Habitat
Protect Wild Sheep
Help Wild Sheep Thrive
Fund Research
Help Wild Sheep Thrive
Science Based Conservation
Help Wild Sheep Thrive
Partner With Others
How to Help
Get Involved
Contribute to Give a Lamb a Drink (GALAD)
Make Friends
Improve Habit
Help Maintain Drinkers & Tanks
Raise Funds
Build Drinkers
Inspire Youth
2002 - 2020 California Wild Sheep Foundation
CA FNAWS, doing business as California Wild Sheep Foundation or CA WSF, is a nonprofit organization and donations may be tax deductible. CA FNAWS tax identification number is 68-0481140.
Please mail donations to CAWSF, 1630 Williams Hwy #151, Grants Pass, OR. 97527.
Please mail donations to CAWSF, 1630 Williams Hwy #151, Grants Pass, OR. 97527.