NACC February 2026 Newsletter — “44 Years of Conservation”
Next Club Meeting: Wednesday, February 11 at 7:00 PM — Club House
Super Bowl & Wild Game Pitch-In Dinner
Sunday, February 8 beginning at 4:00 PM at the Club House. Open to members, non-members, past members, and friends. No wild game dish? Bring your favorite party dish! Refreshments provided. Games available while enjoying the Super Bowl on the big TV.
Karl E. Kelly Conservation Youth Camp Update
Our February 1st deadline has passed and we have registered a record 19 campers this year! This brings our total sponsorship over the past 19 years to 166 campers. A great honor and a continued tribute to our club’s education mission, first suggested by past president Mark Lewis. Your support of our annual golf outing makes this possible.
Membership Dues Reminder
There are still a few members who need to renew their NACC dues. Please do so promptly to continue receiving your newsletter and to show your support. New members and friends are always welcome!
- Annual NACC Dues: $12.00
- Optional IWF Affiliate Membership (discounted): $40.00 (standard rate is $50)
Mail to: New Alsace Conservation Club, PO Box 302, Sunman, IN 47041
Note: Some members have paid multiple years in advance. Check the date printed above your name on the envelope — that is the date your dues are paid through.
Indiana Wildlife Federation (IWF) Affiliation Dues Increase
NACC received notice from the IWF that affiliation membership dues are increasing for the first time in over 15 years. Everything has doubled. Our affiliation dues are now $200, to be paid from the Treasury and approved by membership. Additional NACC members may join IWF as affiliates for $40 (discounted from the new standard $50 rate). All affiliated dues are to be paid in January.
Fishing Derby — May 2nd
Jennifer McBeath (Klump) has taken over as chair of the Fishing Derby. Sponsorship solicitation letters are on their way to your mailbox. Your continued support of this event pays the bills for the club. Mark your calendar: Derby is Saturday, May 2nd.
Executive Board Meeting Recap — January 21
The executive board completed the financial audit for 2025. Items reviewed included maintenance needs, projected expenses, updated calendar of events, compliance forms, and fundraising adjustments. A detailed review will be presented at the next meeting.
Upcoming Events
- Indianapolis Boat, Sport & Travel Show — State Fairgrounds, Feb. 20–22 & Feb. 25–Mar. 1. DNR booth located in “Tackletown.”
- Indiana Deer, Turkey & Waterfowl Expo — State Fairgrounds, Feb. 27–Mar. 1.
- IWF Annual Conference — March 7 at The Garrison, Fort Harrison State Park, Indianapolis.
Did You Know? The American Chestnut
The American Chestnut was once a dominant tree in the eastern U.S., prized for its rot-resistant wood. An exotic fungal pest introduced from Asia devastated the species — by 1950, nearly all American Chestnuts were gone. The American Chestnut Foundation is working to restore the tree by grafting existing specimens with blight-resistant Chinese chestnut varieties. The trees produce heavy annual crops enjoyed by both humans and wildlife. And very tasty!
Yours in Conservation,
Chuck Schmeltzer, President
Phone: 812-623-4103
For more info about NACC, contact Dale Back, Secretary at (812) 212-2601 or backdale@gmail.com
Website: www.newalsaceconservationclub.com | Also on Facebook
NACC is a 501(c)(4) not-for-profit organization incorporated in the state of Indiana.