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 2 –– Hunting and Outdoor Guide • Mount Ayr Record-News Thursday, October 21, 2010

Newton’s love of guns reflected in own collection,

BY ALAN SMITH
John Newton of Mount Ayr didn’t come
by his love for guns by growing up with
them.
In 1922 his father was in a hunting ac-
cident. He was shot and lost part of an ear and
a piece of his skull. Because of that mishap,
Newton had nothing to do with firearms as he
was growing up.
He did develop some archery skills, us-
ing a bow and arrow to hunt for deer when
bowhunting was in its infancy back in the
mid 1960s. “There were just a few hundred
bowhunting licenses in those early days,” he
notes. He still has early orange license tags to
prove it.
After he went to college and got his de-
gree and began teaching art he had a fellow
The group’s yearly cowboy conference
includes a gun show once a year and he sells
a lot of guns at that. He sells firearms to par-
ticipants in the local Old West shoot that is
hosted near Mount Ayr monthly as well.
He is a select dealer for Cimarron Fire-
arms, a company that sells Old West repro-
duction firearms made by the Uberti in Italy.
The Fredricksburg, TX, company imports the
guns under the Cimarron brand.
As a select dealer, he has sold guns from
this line to people from Maine to Minnesota
and many states in the midwest.
Some of the guns are collectible repro-
ductions of guns used in movies about the
west. He brought out a gun copied after one
Wyatt Earp carried and a knife and gun set
like ones Doc Holliday is said to have used.

teacher in the Elk Horn-Kimballton district
who got him into hunting with a gun.
Besides his enjoyment of hunting and
the outdoors, Newton has developed a love
for cowboy guns and cowboy shooting to
round out his avocation.
Since 1974 he has had a firearms, sport-
ing goods and gunsmithing business on the
side. Now that he’s retired from teaching, he
can spend almost as much time as he wants
with his business -- Newton Sporting Goods
-- and all the accompanying collecting he
does.
In his shop behind his home at 504 E.
Madison Street, he has a wide variety of shot-
guns, rifles and pistols, his cowboy guns, his
traditional archery equipment (no compound
bows for him), ammunition, books, memora-
bilia and more. It’s a veritable feast for the
eyes for anyone interested in the shooting
sports.
N
ewton got into gunsmithing while learn-
ing to clean his own guns. Friends asked him
to work on their guns and then he started
charging for the gunsmithing.
“I’ve probably reblued over 200 guns
over the years,” Newton says.
The long process starts with disassem-
bling the firearm. Next he takes the finish
off the gun by buffing the gun with a buffing
wheel.
Different grades of polishing media are
used until the gun has a nice polished finish.
The pieces of the gun are then dipped in
blueing salts, a solution that is heated to 300
degrees. The pieces of the gun are left in the
solution for half an hour.
When they come out they have the beau-
tiful finish that the guns originally had.
Newton says that government regula-
tions may soon reach into the gunsmithing

Newton has quite a gun collection of his

own beyond the wide selection of firearms he
offers in his sporting goods store.
“I have a collection of about 300 differ-
ent guns that I have gathered over the years,”
he noted.
Many of his collectible guns are part of
his fascination with the Old West, which has
led him to reenacting the cowboy days and to
being active in Old West shooting groups.
Winchesters, Colts, Reugers and Rem-
ingtons are some of the top guns that he col-
lects -- in that order.
The prize of his collection is a Colt sin-
gle action Army pistol made in 1876. It has
the U.S. government stamp on it that means
that it was used by the military.
“This gun probably saw action in the In-
arena. While he has his federal firearms li-
cense for selling guns, government regula-
tors want to regulate people who do blueing
as gun manufacturers.
“When we do the gunsmithing work on a
firearm, we are just cleaning and refinishing a
gun that has been manufactured by someone
else. We are in no way manufacturing a gun,”
he says. He’s not a fan of new regulations that
would change all that.
But trying to deal with new regulations
is something that is reaching into a lot of what
Newton does. He and his wife Betty have a
painting business as well, and new Iowa reg-
ulations want to license painters like plumb-
ers and electricians are now being done.
“Painting just isn’t that complicated,”
Newton said. “It must just be that they want
more revenue for the state.”

He is one of the founders of the Border Reg-

dian wars,” he said. “If only it could speak,
it would probably have quite a tale to tell of
where it has been and the action it has seen.”
He also has an Army pistol made in 1860
during the Civil War era and a Navy pistol
from 1851 among his collection.
“I guess I’m just a collector at heart,”
Newton said. “When I see something that in-
terests me I just go for it.”
ulators, a cowboy shooting group that began
in Ringgold county in 1998. The group has
a shooting range south of Mount Ayr where
they have store fronts and other scenarios
for Old West shooting. The contestants are
judged on time and accuracy. There are even
buffalo targets for those who shoot buffalo
John Newton is shown with the pride of his antique gun collection -- a Colt single action Army
pistol from 1876.
where participants ride horses and shoot at noted.
balloon targets as they ride. An effort is underway to rebuild some of
The economy has made it so not as many the targets at the site, which began by making
shooters come, but the once a month activ- items from used lumber donated to the group
ity brings 15 to 20 shooters to the range on and has grown over the years so that some of

Selling Old West firearms and reproductions

is a niche area of expertise for his sporting
goods business. He sells from his shop and
attends the yearly conventions of the Nation-
al Congress of Old West Shootists, a group
headquartered in Cedar Falls.
guns. Participants come dressed in period
costumes and use old guns or reproductions
of guns from the Old West.
Former Mount Ayr police chief Todd
Jackson, who is now fire chief in Creston,
helped get the shooting group going. Jackson
has moved on to cowboy mounted shooting,
the third Sunday of each month between May
and November. In the past there have been as
many as 20 to 30 shooters taking part. Joining
the local shooters are participants who come
from Story City, Nevada, Des Moines, Os-
ceola, Red Oak, Clarinda and northern Mis-
souri towns like Albany and Saint Joseph, he
the buildings in the scenarios had roofs and
more detail.
The public is invited to watch the shoots,
which usually last from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or
so. Shoots are planned for October 17 and
November 21 yet this year. One of this sum-
mer’s shoots was washed out by the wet

Newton, in full cowboy regalia, talks with a school group about the life of a cowboy. Black powder fills the air as participants shoot in the Border Regulators shoot near Mount Ayr.
 Thursday, October 21, 2010 Hunting and Outdoor Guide • Mount Ayr Record-News –– 3
sporting goods store and cowboy shooting hobby
weather, but the others have been held.
The western shooting is a family affair,
as Newton’s wife Betty is a participant, as is
his son Jeremy from time to time.
His interest in things of the west doesn’t
stop with just the guns. Leather is another in-
terest he has, and he has even made a saddle
from scratch, using his leather skills.
He also makes items like chaps and knife
sheaths from leather.
The crown jewels of his leather collec-
tion, however, are some holsters made by a
friend in Des Moines -- Will Gormley.
When producers were looking for hol-
sters for actors Russell Crowe, Peter Fonda
and Christian Bale for the movie “3:10 to
Yuma,” they went to Gormley. He made three
sets of matching holsters for each of the ac-
tors to use in the movie.
The producers were trying to save mon-
ey, and instead of purchasing all the leather
items from Gormley, they rented them from
him instead.
When the shooting was over, all the
leather items Gormley had made for the ac-
tors to use went back to him.
It didn’t take long for Newton to trade
Gormley a gun he wanted for a set of the hol-
sters from the movie’s stars.
“I wear them to some of the shoots and
I have shown them off at guns shows,” New-
ton said. “I’ve had several offers for them,
but I’m not selling them. They are part of my
collection.”
Newton also has some of the blanks that
were used in the guns when the movie was
being shot as another souvenir.
Helping others learn about the past is an-
other aspect of what Newton does. He wears
his western outfit and talks with school chil-
dren about life in the west and the firearms
cowboys used. He also has an extensive col-
lection of Native American artifacts from the
period. Bringing history of the period alive is
something he enjoys.
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As Newton looks down the row of rifles
and shotguns in his shop, he talks a bit about
the way hunting has changed over the years.
“Shotguns were in demand when pheasant
hunting was big, but as that has slacked off,
people are looking more for rifles for deer
hunting,” he noted.
It’s interesting how the hunting has come
and gone over the years. Ringgold county was
once a pheasant hunting mecca, but changes
in cropping, bad winter weather at the wrong
time and how Conservation Reserve Program
land was planted have helped bring a decline
in the pheasant population.
“Now if you see a pheasant, it’s a treat,”
he said. “Before you couldn’t drive down a
country road without seeing one fly up.”
Deer have come on strong since the
days in the early 1950s when sighting a deer
brought a mention in the Mount Ayr Record-
News.
Now one can hardly drive down a Ring-
gold county road at dusk without seeing deer
in two or three spots along the road. The fact
that Iowa ranks second in the nation in car-
vehicle accidents is a testament to that fact.
“People have tried all kinds of things to
get the pheasant populations built back up,”
Newton noted. “Trying to release pen-raised
pheasants into the wild is proving to not pro-
vide sustainability beyond the death of that
generation. It will be interesting to see if
ways are found to bring game birds back as a
major hunting resource in the area.”
An antelope hunt is Newton’s next big ad-
venture. He was packing for the trip when
he was being interviewed last week and was
looking forward to heading to Wyoming. Get-
ting back in time for the next Border Regula-
tors shoot was also in the plans, however. Above, Betty Newton helps man the New-
Hunting, reenacting the past, collecting ton Sporting Goods display at a cowboy
guns or offering them for sale, his love for gun show. At left: reproductions of a Wyatt
firearms is an important part of his life in “re- Earp presentation pistol and a pistol and
tirement” -- even if it isn’t something he does knive like those owned by Doc Holliday.
fulltime.
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 4 –– Hunting and Outdoor Guide • Mount Ayr Record-News Thursday, October 21, 2010
New online system tracks safety education classes The best spots for you
The Iowa Department of Natural Re- portion of the system and getting classes By Tresa Erickson state fish and wildlife agency. Conduct a
sources safety education program has been out there for the public to register for but You haven't been fishing in years, but search on the web. Chances are you will
working on a new online registration and we still need to make some improvements now that you're retired, you're looking for- come across many blogs, message boards
tracking system that allows volunteer in- on the registration piece.” ward to spending many a day fishing by the and the like discussing the best local fish-
structors to post classes to a secure website The new registration piece that will bank. You've heard there are some good ing spots. If all else fails, get a map of your
where the public may register.  make creating an account optional is cur- places to fish nearby, but you're going to area and start checking out all of the lakes,
This system will provide more educa- rently underway and should be available in have to see for yourself. Let the search for rivers and streams.
tional opportunities around the state while November.  This should simplify the pro- the perfect fishin' holes begin. Rank the spots you come up with and
making the student’s registration process cess and make it faster for a student to reg- Because you plan to fish often, you pay the top ones a visit. This will give you
easier and record keeping more timely and ister for a class.  will definitely want to restrict your search a chance to see what the fishing is really
accurate.  “As with any new program we will to the local area. What's the point in spend- like there. Don't be afraid to approach any
To experience the new registration sys- continue to learn and improve along the ing more hours in the car than at the fishin' anglers you see and get their opinions of
tem or to search for an upcoming class, go way but we value the public and our vol- hole? You will also want to determine the the place. Find out how often they come
to http://www.iowadnr.gov/training. unteer instructors’ comments and changes type of fish you're after. Why check out to the spot and what kind of a catch they
The new system has been up and run- will be taking place to make the system catfish locales if you're after trout? make. Get out your pole and do some fish-
ning for the past year and while the system more efficient and user friendly,” Wisecup Once you have an idea where you ing of your own.
has worked well, there have been a few said. want to go, you can start making a list of Depending upon how well known the
growing pains. Beginning October 18, a toll-free potential spots. Write down all of the good spots are that you choose, you may be able
“We are working on improving the hotline, 1-800-595-5164, will be available ones you've heard about and ask friends to hire a guide for your first trip out. They
registration process for the public,” said to assist students with signing up for fall and family for recommendations. Stop in will be familiar with the area and provide
Megan Wisecup, recreational safety pro- classes. This line will be available from at your local marinas and bait and tackle you with loads of helpful tips and informa-
grams supervisor for the Iowa DNR. “We 7 a.m. – 7 p.m., Monday through Friday, shops and ask around. The staff and clien- tion. You will learn more than you would
have succeeded with the record keeping through November 19.  tele there should know about all of the lo- on your own in a very short time.
cal fishing spots as well as the conditions at Finding the right fishin' holes takes
• HAWKEYE HOTSPOTS • them.
Should you come up short, don't de-
work. Be prepared to put in the time, and
don't expect to get it right the first go-
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources has released a fishing report for the spair. There are other resources. Check around. It might take you a few trips before
period ending Thursday, October 7. The report is compiled from information gath- with the public relations department at your you find the best spots for you.
ered from local bait shops, angler creel surveys and county and state parks staff. For
more information, contact the Mount Ayr Fisheries Station at 641-464-3108 or the
southwest Iowa regional office in Lewis at 712-769-2587.
Water quality is good, water levels are normal and water temperatures are in the
low 60s.  Fishing is good at most lakes.
Three Mile Lake (Union): Water clarity is about four feet.  Crappie - Fair:
Several mid-sized to big crappies are being caught from the flooded trees in about 10
feet of water.  Walleye - Fair: A few walleye are being caught from the old roadway
between the ramps
Twelve Mile Creek Lake (Union): Water clarity is about four feet.  Bluegill
- Good: bluegills are biting on the fish mounds. Crappie - Fair: A few real nice crap-
pies can be caught from the flood trees in about six feet of water.  Walleye - Fair: A
few mid-sized walleye are being caught from the open flat areas at the upper end of
the lake

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 Thursday, October 21, 2010 Hunting and Outdoor Guide • Mount Ayr Record-News –– 5
Snake bite basics
By Craig W. Armstrong
To most people, snakes are creepy,
crawly creatures they would like to avoid,
but if you're an outdoors lover, they are
something you may encounter. Depend-
ing on where you live, snake bites are not
something that most people think about.
However, knowing more about venomous
snakes and how to treat their bites may
save your life.
There are four different types of ven-
omous snakes in the United States: rattle-
snakes, copperheads, cottonmouths and
coral snakes. Unless you're an expert on
snakes, you should never rely on your own
ability to determine if a snake is venomous
or non-venomous.
The two types of snakes do have some
differences. Non-venomous snakes usu-
ally have a round pupil. Venomous snakes,
except for the coral snake, usually have an
elliptical pupil, like a cat's eye. Another
difference is the shape of the head. Non-
venomous snakes have a spoon-shaped
head, while venomous snakes have a trian-
gular-shaped head. Some venomous snakes
have a depression between their eyes and
their nostrils. This is called a pit and is
used to sense heat in their prey, which is
why you sometimes hear them referred to
as "pit vipers." Keep in mind that these
characteristics don't apply to all venomous
snakes, so unless you're an expert, don't get
close enough to look for these indicators.
If a bite from a venomous snake oc-
curs, what should do you do? First, get
the victim and anyone else away from the
snake. Next, seek help immediately. Call
911 if possible, and if not, get the victim to
a hospital. If you call 911 from a cell phone,
be sure to tell the operator where you are
located. Calling 911 from a cell phone is
different than calling from a landline in the
way responders locate your position.
The area of the bite will most likely
swell. so remove any constricting clothing
and jewelry. Keep the bite below the level
of the heart; do not elevate it. Restrict the
victim's activity. The slower their blood
flows, the better. Other ways to restrict
blood flow are to wrap the area in an elas-
tic bandage or to splint the area to reduce
motion. Something you do not want to do
is cut and suck the wound. This is some-
thing from the movies and IT DOES NOT
WORK. It is ineffective and only causes
infection.
Identifying the snake can be important.
In some areas, medical crews can identify
the type of snake based on the bite. How-
ever, most of us carry a cell phone with a
built-in camera. If you can get a photo of
the snake WITHOUT PUTTING YOUR-
SELF IN DANGER, do it.
All the first aid tips in the world don't
compare to preventing a bite in the first
place. Here are a few precautions to take.
Wear boots higher than your ankle. Wear-
ing long pants can also help. Keep an eye
out for snakes and make plenty of noise
while walking. This will make them aware
of your presence and hopefully scare them
away. Most importantly, if you see a snake,
avoid it.
With any luck, you will never be bitten
by a poisonous snake or even run into one.
But, if you do, remember these snake bite
basics.
A tribute to sportsmen and women
By Tresa Erickson
Conservation efforts have increased
dramatically since the presidency of
Theodore Roosevelt. An avid sportsman,
Roosevelt worked hard to protect the natu-
ral resources he so loved. Assisting him in
the effort were thousands of fellow sports-
men and women. Together, they pushed
for laws protecting public lands, waters
and wildlife, requiring fishing and hunt-
ing licenses, and funding state conserva-
tion agencies through taxation of gear. As
a result, hundreds of thousands of species
were saved from extinction, including an-
telope, elk, white-tailed deer, wild turkeys
and wood ducks. While Roosevelt was
recognized for his efforts, most sportsmen
and women were not. They deserved pub-
lic recognition, too.
Acutely aware of the problem, Penn-
sylvania gun shop owner Ira Joffe suggest-
ed the creation of a day to thank sportsmen
and women for their conservation efforts.
Governor Raymond Shafer supported the
idea and established Outdoor Sportsman's
Day in the state in 1970.
The idea for a national day gained mo-
mentum with support from the National
Shooting Sports Foundation, and just a
year later, Congress got into the act. Sena-
tor Thomas McIntyre from New Hamp-
shire and Representative Bob Sikes from
Florida each presented a bill calling for
the establishment of National Hunting and
Fishing Day on the fourth Saturday of Sep-
tember. The bills were well received and
passed in both houses. President Richard
Nixon signed the first proclamation of the
day on May 2, 1972.
From there, the celebration of Na-
tional Hunting and Fishing Day took off.
Every state governor and many city may-
ors jumped onboard, working diligently to
promote the day. National, regional, state
and local organizations responded with
hundreds of hunting and fishing events.
The celebration of National Hunting
and Fishing Day continues to this day. Each
year, prominent figures from politicians to
athletes to entertainers serve as chair of
the day. Countless events are held every-
where in honor of the conservation efforts
of sportsmen and women. These serve to
raise awareness of the cause and give oth-
ers a chance to see how fun hunting and
fishing can be.

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 6 –– Hunting and Outdoor Guide • Mount Ayr Record-News Thursday, October 21, 2010

Take extra care on the water The right outfitted hunt research is a must
By Tresa Erickson provided? Usually, the more the hunt costs,
By Tresa Erickson You're accustomed to flying solo when the better accommodations you can expect.
With all of the guns, bows, arrows, knives and other equipment involved, there you hunt, but lately, you've been thinking Don't count on this, however. Find out.
is no doubt that hunting can be risky. Add to the mix boats, and you can see just how you might like to go on an outfitted hunt. Pop-up campers and campfire food may
dangerous hunting can be. Your brother-in-law just went on one and not provide the type of rest and nourish-
When hunting in a boat, you must be careful. You should create an itinerary stat- had a great time. Of course, not all outfit- ment you seeking after a long day out in
ing where you plan to go and when you will return and leave it with someone at home. ted hunts are created equal. Some are bet- the field.
You should bring a boat that is in good condition and large enough for you, your pas- ter than others, and to ensure you get your • How many hunters are involved?
sengers and your gear. You should carry the right safety equipment, including a per- money's worth, you need to do your home- The more hunters covering the same piece
sonal flotation device for each person onboard, a throwable personal flotation device work. of land, the less likely you are to bag one.
and visual distress signals. Outfitted hunts can cost hundreds to If you're looking for some privacy, be pre-
Once you arrive at your destination, you should inspect your boat thoroughly and thousands of dollars, so it is imperative that pared to pay for it.
make any necessary repairs. You should also check the weather. If bad weather is ex- you choose the right one. Get recommenda- • What kind of equipment will you
pected, don't go out. Stay at your hotel or head for home. If good weather is expected, tions from friends and family, and if you've need to bring? Good outfitters will provide
pack the boat, being careful to stash the gear low and distribute the weight evenly. got the funds, consider hiring a booking you with a complete list of equipment and
You should treat firearms the same as you would when transporting them in your agency. They specialize in outfitted hunts supplies you should bring.
car. Unload and case them. If hunting with another person, place one unloaded firearm and will do all of the legwork necessary to • Who takes care of any game that is
in the bow of the boat with the muzzle pointing forward. Place the other in the stern present you with the best options. bagged? Better outfitters provide ATVs to
with the muzzle pointing rearward. However you go about finding an out- take you back to camp and staff to care for
Once you are on the water, you should hunt back to back if with another person. fitted hunt, make sure you shop around and the game.
This will keep the zone of fire in front of each of you and help stabilize the boat. Be find out as much as you can about the hunts • How much does the hunt cost? Are
careful about swinging into the other hunter's line of fire. If you both shoot from the that interest you. Here is a list of questions there any additional fees? Find out exactly
same side of the boat, you could throw off the balance and tip over the boat. to ask: what the cost is and what it entails. You
Hunting in a boat offers many benefits, including access to areas you may not • How long has the outfitter been in don't want to arrive to camp and have to
have had otherwise. You do, however, need to take extra caution when on the water. business? The more experience they have, shell out more money for this and that.
Don't take things for granted and do your best to stay alert. Just one second of care- the more likely they are to provide you These are just some of the basic ques-
lessness could cost you big time. with a good hunt. tions you should ask about the outfitted
• What kind of hunting does the outfit- hunts that interest you. You will probably
Highlights of the changes to the 2010- ter specialize in? If you are a bow hunter, come up with more. Don't hesitate to find
then you want an outfitter who specializes out the information you need and make
2011 hunting regulations in bow hunting and can provide you with a sure you get a list of references with the
The counties open for hunting and to a conservation officer. hunt centered on that. names of successful and not-so-successful
trapping bobcats has been expanded. Ten Antlerless deer quotas have changed • Who will be guiding the hunt? How hunters. Follow up on those references and
new counties have been added to those that in 22 counties. The quota decreased in 14 experienced are they in general and with call your local state wildlife agency to en-
are open for taking bobcats. These include: counties and increased in eight counties. the area? Don't assume the outfitter will sure the outfitter is on the up and up.
Guthrie, Cass, Adair, Madison, Warren, In five northeast Iowa counties, the quota guide the hunt. They may take on the duty When it comes to selecting an outfit-
Marion, Mahaska, Keokuk, Washington was reduced to zero. Conservation officers themselves or delegate it to someone else. ter, the more research you do, the happier
and Louisa counties. The bobcat quota has will be verifying that deer and turkeys har- Whoever serves as your guide should be you will be with the results. Whether you
increased from 200 to 250. vested are reported to the DNR using the familiar with the game and area. If your bag one or not, you will leave the hunt sat-
The otter season is open statewide and harvest reporting system. This information guide has never hunted the game you're af- isfied that every penny spent was worth it.
the quota is unchanged at 500. The seasons is vital for managing deer and turkey num- ter or been in the area for just a few weeks,
close when the quota has been reached. All bers. chances are you are in for a rough hunt. Visit www.iowadnr.gov
bobcats and otters taken must be reported • What kind of accommodations are

2010-2011 Hunting Information Striped Skunk: Nov. 6 - Jan 31, 2011.

Badger: Nov. 6 - Apr. 1, 2011.
Bobcats*: Nov. 6 - Jan. 31, 2011.
Bobwhite Quail: Oct. 30 - Jan. 31,
2011.
Coyote: Continuous open season. 2011; Season 4- Apr.27 - May 15,
Crow: Oct. 15 - Nov. 30 and Jan. 14 -
Mar. 31, 2011.
Fox (Red and Gray): Nov. 6 - Jan. 31,
2011.
Gray Partridge: Oct. 9 - Jan. 31, 2011.
Groundhog: June 15 - Oct. 31.
Opossum: Nov. 6 - Jan 31, 2011.
Pigeon: Oct. 1 - Mar. 31, 2011.
Rabbit (Cottontail): Sept. 4 - Feb. 28,
2011.
Rabbit (Jack): Oct. 30 - Dec. 1.
Raccoon: Nov. 6 - Jan. 31, 2011.
Ruffed Grouse: Oct. 2 - Jan. 31, 2011.
Squirrel (Fox and Gray): Sept. 4 - Jan.
31, 2011.
HomeTown 2Cafe
Wild Turkey: Spring 2011 - Youth (Res-
idents only) Apr. 8-10, 2011; Season
1- Apr. 11-14, 2011; Season 2- Apr.
15-19, 2011; Season 3- Apr. 20-26,
2011; Resident Archery-only- Apr.11 111 S. Decatur Street • Kellerton, Iowa • Ph. 641-464-5024
- May 15, 2011.
2010-2011 Trapping Seasons
Nov. 6 - Jan. 31, 2011 - Coyote, Mink, HOURS: Wednesday - Sunday, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Muskrat, Weasel, Striped Skunk,
Badger, Opossum, Fox (Red and DAILY SPECIALS: Wednesday - Sunday
Gray), Raccoon. LOCAL DELIVERY:
Nov. 6 - Apr. 1, 2011 - Beaver.
Nov. 6 - Jan. 31, 2011 - Otter*. Wednesday, Thursday
Nov. 6 - Jan. 31, 2011 - Bobcat*. and Friday
Continuous Closed - Civet Cat (Spotted
Skunk) and Gray Wolf.
* Season closes once quota is met or Jan.
31, 2011 whichever comes first.

Cabins at Fogle Lake, Diagonal

Available for rent year round.

RENTAL FEE - $35 per night After a long day hunting,

Check-In Time 3 p.m. Check-Out Time, 11 a.m. look forward to a relaxing stay at:
The renter is responsible for general cleaning. Bed linens, towels
and cooking utensils are the responsibility of the
The Mount Ayr Inn
renter. A microwave, small refrigerator, heating/ 1304 E. South Street • Mount Ayr, Iowa 50854 • (Corner of Hwy. 2 and 169)
cooling unit, table and chairs, hide-a-bed and Telephone: 641-464-3500 • Toll Free: 1-866-464-2093
bunk-style beds are provided. A picnic table and e-mail: mtayrinn@iowatelecom.net
grill are near the cabin. Heated restroom/shower Linda Wilt, Manager
house available.
To make reservations, contact 641-734-5491, • Reasonable Rates
Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m to 1 p.m. • Continental Breakfast
 Thursday, October 21, 2010 Hunting and Outdoor Guide • Mount Ayr Record-News –– 7
Fall 2010 Wild Turkey and 2010-2011 Rooster Pheasant Hunting Seasons
OCTOBER 2010 DeCEMBER 2010
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 1 2 3 4
Wild Turkey: Fall 2010 - Combination Gun/Bow- Oct. 11-Dec. 3 Wild Turkey: Fall 2010 - Combination Gun/
Wild Turkey: Fall 2010 - Archery Only - Oct. 1-Dec. 3 and Dec. 20-Jan. 10, 2010 Bow- Oct. 11-Dec. 3
Wild Turkey: Fall 2010 - Archery Only - Oct.
Rooster Pheas- 1-Dec. 3 and Dec. 20-Jan. 10, 2011
ant: Youth, Oct.
23-24 Rooster Pheasant: Oct. 30-Jan. 10, 2011

24
/31 25 26 27 28 29 30 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Wild Turkey: Fall 2010 - Combination Gun/Bow- Oct. 11-Dec. 3 Rooster Pheasant: Oct. 30-Jan. 10, 2011
Wild Turkey: Fall 2010 - Archery Only - Oct. 1-Dec. 3 and Dec. 20-Jan. 10, 2010
Rooster Pheasant: Rooster Pheas-
Youth, Oct. 23-24 ant: Oct. 30-
Rooster Pheasant: Jan. 10, 2011
10/30-1/10, 2011

12 13 14 15 16 17 18
Rooster Pheasant: Oct. 30-Jan. 10, 2011
NOVEMBER 2010
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
1 2 3 4 5 6
Wild Turkey: Fall 2010 - Combination Gun/Bow- Oct. 11-Dec. 3
Wild Turkey: Fall 2010 - Archery Only - Oct. 1-Dec. 3 and Dec. 20-Jan. 10, 2011 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
Rooster Pheasant: Oct. 30-Jan. 10, 2011
Rooster Pheasant: Oct. 30-Jan. 10, 2011
Wild Turkey: Fall 2010 - Archery Only - Oct. 1-Dec. 3 and Dec. 20-Jan. 10, 2011
7 8 9 10 11 12 13
Wild Turkey: Fall 2010 - Combination Gun/Bow- Oct. 11-Dec. 3
Wild Turkey: Fall 2010 - Archery Only - Oct. 1-Dec. 3 and Dec. 20-Jan. 10, 2011
Rooster Pheasant: Oct. 30-Jan. 10, 2011 26 27 28 29 30 31
14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Rooster Pheasant: Oct. 30-Jan. 10, 2011
Wild Turkey: Fall 2010 - Combination Gun/Bow- Oct. 11-Dec. 3 Wild Turkey: Fall 2010 - Archery Only - Oct. 1-Dec. 3 and Dec. 20-Jan. 10, 2011
Wild Turkey: Fall 2010 - Archery Only - Oct. 1-Dec. 3 and Dec. 20-Jan. 10, 2011
Rooster Pheasant: Oct. 30-Jan. 10, 2011

21 22 23 24 25 26 27
Wild Turkey: Fall 2010 - Combination Gun/Bow- Oct. 11-Dec. 3
Wild Turkey: Fall 2010 - Archery Only - Oct. 1-Dec. 3 and Dec. 20-Jan. 10, 2011
Rooster Pheasant: Oct. 30-Jan. 10, 2011 january 2011
28 29 30 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
Wild Turkey: Fall 2010 - Combination Gun/Bow-
Oct. 11-Dec. 3 1
Wild Turkey: Fall 2010 - Archery Only - Oct. Rooster Pheasant:
1-Dec. 3 and Dec. 20-Jan. 10, 2011 10/30-1/10, 2011
Wild Turkey:
Rooster Pheasant: Oct. 30-Jan. 10, 2011 Fall 2010 - Ar-
chery Only - Oct.
1-Dec. 3 and Dec.
20-Jan. 10, 2011

W HAT’S O N T HE M ENU? 2 3
Rooster Pheasant: Oct. 30-Jan. 10, 2011
4 5
Wild Turkey: Fall 2010 - Archery Only - Oct. 1-Dec. 3 and Dec. 20-Jan. 10, 2011
6 7 8

WELCOME HUNTERS: Annual Pancake Breakfast

Saturday, October 30 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
6:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. • Diagonal Community Building Rooster Pheasant: Oct. 30-Jan.
10, 2011
Freewill donation to the Diagonal Youth Fellowship. Wild Turkey: Fall 2010 - Ar-
chery Only - Oct. 1-Dec. 3 and
Soup and Sandwich Buffet Fogle Lake
Dec. 20-Jan. 10, 2011

with Dessert Bar • Bazaar in the Gym 16 17 18 19 20 21 22

Saturday, October 30
Serving starts at 11 a.m. • Kellerton Community Building
Freewill offering. Sponsored by Kellerton United Methodist Church.
23 24 25 26 27 28 29
HALLOWEEN SOUP SUPPER
Saturday, October 30 • 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. 30 31
TINGLEY COMMUNITY BUILDING Enjoy the
Halloween Parade
SERVING: Chili and Kansas City Soup, Hot Dogs, Dessert at 7 p.m. with
All proceeds go to the Tingley Volunteer Fire Department/First Responders. party following

Saint Joseph Catholic Church’s Annual

FALL DINNER
Sunday, October 31 • Serving 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Ham balls and pork loin, salad and dessert bar
Freewill offering.
Mount Ayr Community Band Booster 20th Annual
Hunters
BAND DINNER • SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7 Welcome
Turkey or ham and all the trimmings, homemade rolls and pies
Serving 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Mount Ayr Community High School Commons • Take-Out Available ❖ 9 rooms available
Tickets available at the door – $8 adults • $4 Children 4 - 12 • FREE to Children 3 and under or rent the whole house.
❖ Hunting/sleeping facility.
WISHARD CHAPEL CHURCH SUPPER On Highway 2 at Lesanville Road
Saturday, November 20, 2010 For more information, call 641-464-0811
5 to 7:30 p.m. Chili and oyster soup, dessert bar or call Ruth Blanton - 641-414-8550
Freewill offering www.lesanvilleinn.com
 8 –– Hunting and Outdoor Guide • Mount Ayr Record-News Thursday, October 21, 2010

2010-2011 Deer Hunting Seasons

OCTOBER 2010 DeCEMBER 2010
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 1 2 3 4
Deer: Archery: Early-Oct. 1- Dec. 3 and Late- Dec. 20-Jan.10, 2011 Deer: Archery: Early-Oct. 1- Dec. 3 and Late- Deer: Shotgun:
Deer: Muzzleloader: Early- Oct. 16-24 and Late- Dec. 20-Jan. 10, 2011 Dec. 20-Jan.10, 2011 Season 1- Dec.
4-8 and Season
2- Dec. 11-19

24
/31 25 26 27 28 29 30 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Deer: Archery: Early-Oct. 1- Dec. 3 and Late- Dec. 20-Jan.10, 2011 Deer: Shotgun: Season 1- Dec. 4-8 and Season 2- Dec. 11-19 Deer: Shotgun:
Deer: Muzzle- Season 1- Dec.
loader: Early- 4-8 and Season
Oct. 16-24 and 2- Dec. 11-19
Late- Dec. 20-
Jan. 10, 2011

10 13 14 15 16 17 18
Deer: Shotgun: Season 1- Dec. 4-8 and Season 2- Dec. 11-19
NOVEMBER 2010
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
1 2 3 4 5 6
Deer: Archery: Early-Oct. 1- Dec. 3 and Late- Dec. 20-Jan.10, 2011
19 20 21 22 23 24 25
Deer: Shotgun: Deer: Archery: Early-Oct. 1- Dec. 3 and Late- Dec. 20-Jan.10, 2011
Season 1- Dec. Deer: Muzzleloader: Early- Oct. 16-24 and Late- Dec. 20-Jan. 10, 2011
4-8 and Season
2- Dec. 11-19 Deer: Nonresident Holiday
Season: Dec. 24-Jan.2, 2011
7 8 9 10 11 12 13
Deer: Archery: Early-Oct. 1- Dec. 3 and Late- Dec. 20-Jan.10, 2011
26 27 28 29 30 31
Deer: Archery: Early-Oct. 1- Dec. 3 and Late- Dec. 20-Jan.10, 2011
Deer: Muzzleloader: Early- Oct. 16-24 and Late- Dec. 20-Jan. 10, 2011
Deer: Nonresident Holiday Season: Dec. 24-Jan.2, 2011

14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Deer: Archery: Early-Oct. 1- Dec. 3 and Late- Dec. 20-Jan.10, 2011

january 2011
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
21 22 23 24 25 26 27 1
Deer: Archery: Early-Oct. 1- Dec. 3 and Late- Dec. 20-Jan.10, 2011 Deer: Archery:
Early-10/1- 12/3
Deer: November Antlerless: and Late- 12/20-
Nov. 26-28 1/10, 2011
Deer: Nonresident
Holiday Season:
Dec. 24-Jan.2, ‘11

28 29 30 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Deer: Archery: Early-Oct. 1- Dec. 3 and Late- Dec. Deer: Archery: Early-Oct. 1- Dec. 3 and Late- Dec. 20-Jan.10, 2011
20-Jan.10, 2011
Deer: Muzzleloader: Early- Oct. 16-24 and Late- Dec. 20-Jan. 10, 2011
Deer: Novem-
Deer: Nonresident
ber Antlerless: Holiday Season:
Nov. 26-28 Dec. 24-Jan.2, ‘11

9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Deer: Archery: Early Oct. 1-Dec. Deer: Resident/Nonresident January Antlerless: Jan. 11-30, 2011
3 and Late Dec. 20-Jan. 10, 2011

Three choices in hunting signs Deer: Muzzleloader: Early Oct.

16-24 and Late Dec. 20-Jan. 10,
2011

to make sure no 16 17 18 19 20 21 22
misunderstandings Deer: Resident/Nonresident January Antlerless: Jan. 11-30, 2011

ruin the season.

Just 15 cents each. 23 24 25 26 27 28 29
Deer: Resident/Nonresident January Antlerless: Jan. 11-30, 2011

Only have one picture 30

Deer: Resident/
31
of the “BIG” one? Nonresident
Jan. Antlerless:
1/11-30, 2011
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