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DEEP PORTAGE LOG
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2197 NATURE CENTER DRIVE NW • HACKENSACK, MN 56452-2431 • (218) 682-2325 • www.deep-portage.org
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Deep Portage Turns 40!
On October 14th, 1977, the original trustees of the DeepPortage Conservation Reserve wrote a proclamation
outlining their hopes and intentions for the future of the
organization. In part, the proclamation stated:
“We hope visitors find pleasure in study here as they have
fun outdoors. We believe you will have found efficient ways
to capture the energy of wood, wind, and sunshine. We
hope this reserve has become a model of man’s careful
adaptation to nature, that these resources are fruitful
blessings to you and the generations for whom you, in your
turn are preparing.”
Driveway Construction 1977
Today, 40 years after the founding of Deep Portage, we feel
proud of our roots and secure in the fulfillment and
continuation of this original mission. Over 250,000 students
and visitors have studied and enjoyed this beautiful
landscape and stayed in our top-notch facilities. Thanks to
our wind, solar, and biomass power installations our campus
is now carbon neutral, and serving as a demonstration site for
alternative energy and the careful use of natural resources.
Early Tour of Deep Portage
All of us at Deep Portage thank the many participants,
donors, volunteers, staff, and leaders who have made the
program a success. The future is bright, and as always we
believe our best days are still ahead!
DEEP PORTAGE TIMELINE
May 1, 1973 Deep-Portage Conservation Reserve
established.
1975
Deep Portage Foundation established.
1976
First official class at Deep Portage: A
beginners’ workshop on photography, taught
by Laverne Nies. Friends of Deep Portage
established.
1979
Construction Phase I completed. Interpretive
Center opens.
1987
Construction Phase II completed. Resource
Heritage Center opens; Residential
programming begins.
1993
Deep Portage receives accreditation by North
Central Association of Schools and Colleges.
2000
Construction Phase III completed. Addition to
Resource Heritage Center opens. Indoor
Climbing Wall programs begin.
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2004
2005
2007
2008-2013
2009-2010
July 5, 2013
Yurt and Log Cabin classrooms are
constructed. Participant numbers exceed
9,000/year.
Name officially changed to Deep Portage
Learning Center
Tree Top observation tower opens.
Interpretive Center remodeled.
Sustainable Energy Initiative projects. Wind
turbine, solar panels, solar hot water, and
wood gasification systems installed. Deep
Portage campus becomes carbon neutral.
Dr. William E. Ludwick Scholarship Fund
and Martha Sweat Reed Preserve established.
Dennis Bolstad shooting range remodeled.
Deep Portage celebrates 40 years of providing
quality conservation education.
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T E A C H I N G
S T A F F
LEADERSHIP
Deep Portage Foundation
Executive Committee
PRESIDENT
Lynne Harrington
SECRETARY/VICE PRESIDENT
Norm Moody
TREASURER
Todd Josephson
PAST PRESIDENT
Bruce Steiner
FRIENDS CHAIR
Dorothy Harrington
CAMPUS CHAIR
Doug Toth
LEGAL COUNSEL
Ted Lundrigan
STAFF 2013
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Dale Yerger
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Kathy Braswell
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Molly Malecek
PROJECTS COORDINATOR
Ben Wieland
SUMMER CAMP DIRECTOR
Casey Stanley
Left to right –
Dan Ryan, Diane Hasser, Brendan Grant, Cory Clausius, Nora Woodworth,
Julie Arnold, Brian Minor, Andrea Doerr, Anna Swarts, Casey Stanley
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATORS
Julie Arnold
Cory Clausius
Andrea Doerr
Brendan Grant
Diane Hasser
Brian Minor
Dan Ryan
Anna Swarts
Nora Woodworth
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Emma Tufts
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Tamie Fairbanks
Ron Prososki
Abe Regier
Aubrey Schendel
FACILITY/ MAINTENANCE
Arne Regier
DAC – Pine River
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D E E P
P O R T A G E
Water Canaries
L E A R N I N G
C E N T E R
Peregrine Falcon on Deep Portage Roof!
Rockford Middle School
Weaver Elementary
Taking the Docks In
Deep Portage 40th Anniversary
Dorothy, Fern & Bette at Deep Portage 40th Anniversary
Deep Portage 40th Anniversary Celebration
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C O N T R I B U T O R S
Benefactors - Gifts of $1,000 or more
Jim & Jean Ballenthin
Robert Berry, Wolf Creek Charitable Foundation
Paul Blomgren & Lynne Harrington
Sharon Breeggemann
Carmen & Jim Campbell, Campbell Foundation
Ecolab Foundation
Joel & Mary Ann Elftmann
Elftmann Family Fund, Raymond James
Charitable Endowment Fund
Max & Anne Fulton
Bette Green
Dorothy Harrington
James M. Johnson
Leech Lake Area Watershed Foundation
Mrs. William E. Ludwick
Gary & Barbara Lyall
Jan Mattson & Susan Wingert
Harold & Roxanne Mitchell
Nuveen Investments, Inc. Matching Gift Program
Gerald Rauenhorst, Founder’s Fund, GHR Foundation
Ian & Kira Reed, Harold W. Sweatt Foundation
Dr. Henry Roe & Laura Merrick Roe
Terhuly Foundation Inc.
Wadena Chapter, MN Deer Hunters Association
Patrons - Gifts of $500 or more
Calvin & Sherry Alexander
Tony Biebl
Blandin Paper Company, UPM
Chisago County Chapter, Pheasants Forever
William & Dona Cornatzer
William & Terrie Cornell
Deep Portage Chapter, Ruffed Grouse Society
Deep Portage Conservation Fund, MN
Community Foundation
Shelley Wood Emerick
First National Bank of Walker
Jack Fitzgerald
Lucy Hartwell
Joan Johnson
Norm & Sue Moody
Janice Paulsen
Potlatch Corporation
Henry & Laura Roe
Robert Seibert
Vexilar, Inc.
XL Global Services, Inc.
Matching Gift Program
Centurions - Gifts of $100 or more
Norman & Jean Ahrendt
Ameriprise Gift Matching Program
Ginny Anderson
John & Ruth Bean
Ken & Pat Beauchane
Jim Bedell
Audrey & Andrew Benjamin
Big Deep Lake Property
Owners Assn
Dr. Steve Bilben
Paul Blomgren & Lynne
Harrington
Evelyn Brandt
Sharon Breeggemann
Mrs. Margaret M. Brown
Mr. & Mrs. John Brygelson
Ms. Judy Bryngelson
Mr. & Mrs. John R. Bunten
Mimi & Eric Carlson
Elinor Chase
Child, Girl, Woman Lake
Property Owners Association
Kim Cooke
Thomas & Sarah Cox
Jill Crafton
Roger Dickinson
Jack Fitzgerald
Donna Fredrickson
Mr. & Mrs. R. G. Garbisch
Sherrie Gayken & Darcie Gayken
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Anna Gerenday
Allen & Heidi Gieske
Tim Gilsrud
Martha Rodgers Gove &
Joshua G. Cohen
Rick & Ginny Green
Michael & Kelley Gundale
David Gundale &
Amanda Herrera-Gundale
Tony & Louise Halek
Happy Dancing Turtle
Kurt Haroldson
Dorothy Harrington
Megan Harry
John & Donna Hartzell
Tom & Diane Hasser
Randy & Jo Havel
Hillaway Association
Debbie Holloway
Al & Katherine Hoover
Stanley & Helen Howe,
The Howe Foundation
Bush Lake Chapter, Izaak Walton
League of America
Minnesota Division, Izaak
Walton League of America
Don & Nancy Kind
Stafford King
Mary Knautz
Steve & Terri Kosmas
Jeff & Heather Krohn
Jason Kyryluk
Lakes & Pines Chapter,
MN Deer Hunters Assn.
Jerry Lamon
Stewart LeBlanc
Lundrigan’s Clothing
Gary & Barbara Lyall
Paul Mack & Ginny Richmond
Rich & Alice Madden
Josephine L. Malecek
Molly Malecek
Rick & Jennifer Mattox
Hank McKinney
Bill & Cheryl Merrick
Bob & Karen Merrick
Chet & Miriam Meyers
Jacqueline Mithun
Crow River Chapter,
MN Deer Hunters Assn
Norm & Sue Moody
Sue & Bill Oelmau
Will Pehling
Chuck & Tina Pelzl
Peter Woodworth &
Joyce Woodworth Fund,
Winona Community Foundation
Paul & Margy Peterson
Ellen Pirjevec
Lollie Plank
Sally Plowman
Greg & Juliane Proper
Reed’s Sporting Goods
Kathleen Renstrom
Richard & Catherine Schmoker
Bob & Becky Seemann
Robert Seibert
Frances Seward
Sherburne County Swampbucks
Chapter, MN Deer Hunters Assn.
Jeannette Silbaugh
Rolf Smeby
Jan Smith
S.R. Solstad
Ken & Ione Strandberg
Daryl & Elaine Trauger
David L. Trauger
Jerry & Beth Trout
Lisa & Jim Tuller
Maxine Wallin
John & Donna Walseth
Jim & Lynn Wangen
Emmerson Ward
Jean Whitney
Kathleen & Donald Wieland
Mark & Julia Goossen Wilson
Larry & Melanie Wolfe
Pete & Joyce Woodworth
Dale Yerger
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C O N T R I B U T O R S
Friends - Contributing Gifts
Phoebe Alden
Kathy Andert
Kit Arnquist
Brig. Gen. Van Backman
David & Mary Badger
Dale & Debra Baker
William W. Barker
Ms. Marian K. Barry
Sheldon W. Becher
Bob & Jackie Becker
Mrs. Joan M. Bell
Keith & Karen Benjamin
Carol Bennett
Dave & Connie Bergsven
Mrs. Betty Berlin-O’Connell
Keith & Susan Beseke
William Bing
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Biniek
Paul Blomgren & Lynne Harrington
Mark & Heidi Bodette
David & Shirley Brown
Tom Buchman
Dr. & Mrs. Bruce M. Carlson
Don & Mary Cavalier
Benjamin & Elizabeth Clayton
Robert Crabb & Andrea Lee Lambrecht
Lucy & Bob Crom
Clare Croteau
Tom Dantona & Janet Aquino-Dantona
Denise Drill
John Edmundson
Tom Eggum
Sue & Dan Eikenberry
Joel & Mary Ann Elftmann
Donald & Deanna Engen
Jim Ertl
Don & Sherry Feige
Randy Ferrin & Kathy Trombly-Ferrin
Steve & Cheryl Fish
Luther Fjelstad
Ms. Gloria Freeman
Jay Frischman
Lynne M. Gehrke
Keith & Elizabeth Gilbert
Rick & Michelle Golden
Dennis Gormley & Dixie Trout
Charles Greenman & Bonnie Mulligan
John & Thelma Grimley
David Gundale &
Amanda Herrera-Gundale
Allen & Laurie Hall
John Hamerly
Steve Hane
Bob & Joyce Hansen
Jon & Marilyn Hansen
Bill Hansen, Sr.
Barbara Harrington
Cynthia Harrington
James & Sharon Harrison
Robert & Maryanne Harry
Mel Hauck
Dr. Cole Hawkins
Tom & Louise Hay
Andrew & Shakunthala Heal
Herbert Hewlett
Mary Hoffman
Don & Heidi Hoppe
Horseshoe/Loon Lake Assn
Mr. & Mrs. Stanley Howe
Lucinda Hruska-Claeys
Audrey Johnson
Shirley Johnson
Mary Johnson & Jeff Schneider
Jim & Kathy Joiner
Harley & Vae Kaiser
Dr. Harris J. Keene
Kay P. Kindred
Shalmerdean Knuths
Mr. & Mrs. William J. Lau, Jr.
Phil & Sandy LaVoi
Charlie Leuthner & Ellie Cochran
Dennis Litfin
B E C O M E
Kristi Loftis
Mary E. & Ken Lowery
Winnefred Luhmann
Monica Lundquist
Gary & Barbara Lyall
Richard & Diane Magnuson
Earl & Jean Mays
Thomas & Judy McKernon
Aimee & Phil McKoy
Julie & Dale Menten
Sarah & David Metzger
Ms. Beverly D. Miller
Karen & Tony Miranda
Jim Moody
Norm & Sue Moody
Mr. and Mrs. Lee N. Moren
Mrs. Eleanor Nelson
Nancy C. Nelson
Nisswa Garden Club
Jeff & Linda Oberman
Richard O’Brien
Robert D. O’Hara, Jr.
Karen Ostroot
Jim & Nancy Otte
Sylvia Peterson
John & Susan Plahn
S. Keller Pollock
Connie Priesz & Doug Tietz
Ron Reich
Thomas J. Renick
Ms. Anne Renner-Evans
Arnold Rholl
Maxine Richmond
Ms. Sandra Y. Richmond
Ms. Joan Rueter
Robert & Esther Rupp
Mr. & Mrs. David Savory
Dan & Anna Marie Schaub
Frederick & Jane Schmidt
Dave & Karla Schneider
Cherry S. Schwartz
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Friends of Deep Portage is the membership which
provides support to the education and conservation
programming.
Membership Benefits Include:
▼ a subscription to the Deep Portage Log
▼ Discounts on Saturday Programming
(excluding materials fees)
▼ Deep Portage Mug with annual animal design
Mike & Jodi Schwinler
Ronald & Mickey Scott
Craig & Kathy Severson
Douglas W. Shenkyr
Ms. Phyllis Sieveke
Rolf Smeby
Allyn & Kaye Smith
Mr. & Mrs. Roland Sorum
Arlys Stadum
Mrs. Marna L. Stevens
Ronald & Janet Stokesbary
Swanson’s Bait
Charles Swanum
Richard Teegen
Richard & Ann Teskey
The Prudential Fdn Matching Gifts
Patrick Tierney
Mrs. E. L. Torrison
Doug & Sue Toth
Milo & Joanne Tritz
Katie Turnbull
Dr. Bob Uppgaard
Mrs. Mary Ann Valley
Don & Mary Verbick
Gerald Vitzthum & Linda Kass
Larry & Susie Voeller
Warren Wallace
Judith Warfield
Forrest & Jane Watson
Webb Lake Association
Richard & Lynne Weber
Mark Weinberger
Lyle & Bev Wignes
Bruce & Donna Winder
Suzie Woodrich & David Knoblauch
Nora Woodworth
Dale Yerger
Jo Zaiser
Dr. Darrell & Mrs. Sue Zenk
Fritz & Margaret Zieffler
M E M B E R …
MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES & GIFTING OPPORTUNITIES
■ Individual Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $35
■ Household Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50
■ Centurion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 100 - $499
■ Patron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 500 - $999
■ Benefactor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1000 +
NAME
■ Brick by Brick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $100 (Building Fund)
ADDRESS
■ School Scholarship Fund . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $_________
■ Green Campus Fund . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $_________
CITY
■ Endowment Fund . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $_________
STATE
ZIP
PHONE (
)
We do not distribute our mailing list to other organizations.
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■ Do Not Send Mug
Please enclose this form with payment in an envelope and mail to :
DEEP PORTAGE LEARNING CENTER
2197 NATURE CENTER DRIVE NW
HACKENSACK, MN 56452-2431
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F I N A N C I A L
S T A T E M E N T S
Deep Portage Foundation
September 1, 2012 - August 31, 2013
Statement of Activities*
Public Support &
Other Revenue
Public Support
$ 151,984
Fees
$ 783,873
Sales
$
39,077
Interest & Investments
$
3,125
Total Revenue
$978,059
Expenses
Educational Programs
$ 687,775
General Administrative
$ 229,693
Total Expenses
$ 917,468
Change in Assets
$
60,591
*These numbers represent an unaudited estimate. Audited numbers will be available in 2014.
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S U M M E R
Y O U T H
C A M P S
MINI CAMP - YOU CAN DO IT!
UPLAND BIRD
JUNE 30-JULY 2, 2014 | TUITION: $200 | AGES 9-16
JULY 20-25, 2014 | TUITION: $400 | AGES: 12 - 16
PREREQUISITE: MN DNR FIREARMS SAFETY CERTIFICATE
This short camp is an economical way for kids to get a taste of outdoor adventure
at Deep Portage. Activities include Canoeing, Fishing, Climbing Wall , Water
Canaries, Wilderness Survival and Campfires. Focus is on helping campers build
skills, knowledge, and self-esteem. For Boys and Girls Ages 9-16.
FORKHORN I
SESSION 1: JUNE 8-13, 2014 | SESSION 2: JUNE 15-20, 2014
SESSION 3: JULY 20-25, 2014 (ALL GIRLS CAMP)
SESSION 4: AUGUST 3-8, 2014
TUITION: $400 / $375 FOR MDHA MEMBERS | AGES: 11-16
Sponsored by the Minnesota Deer Hunters Association, this camp provides
participants with basic knowledge necessary to become an ethical, responsible,
and successful deer hunter. To understand our prey, we study white-tailed deer
biology, habits, habitat needs. Campers then learn hunting skills including
marksmanship and field to feast game care and preparation. Students that do not
yet have their MN DNR Firearms Safety Certificate (required to hunt in MN) will
be trained by DNR Firearms Safety instructors and can test to receive their
certificate as part of the camp experience.
FORKHORN II
JULY 6-11, 2014 Additional session possible, dates TBA.
TUITION: $400 / $375 FOR MDHA MEMBERS | AGES: 12-16
PREREQUISITE: MN DNR FIREARMS SAFETY CERTIFICATE
Sponsored by the Ruffed Grouse Society and Pheasants Forever, this camp
offers campers that have a firearms safety certificate the opportunity to
learn the basics of hunting upland game birds. Classes cover the habits and
habitat needs of game birds as well as safe and proper wingshooting
techniques and even how to prepare and cook game birds. Students will
learn ethical hunting techniques and the role of conservation organizations
in maintaining the sport of game bird hunting as well as how to locate
hunting areas and how to respect private landowners. Trained dogs are an
important aspect of upland bird hunting so this course includes a field trip
to Pine Shadows Kennel where students learn about bird dog breeds and
training techniques. Upland Bird Camp is a great way to meet friends and
learn about birds and bird hunting.
IZAAK WALTON LEAGUE CAMP
JULY 27 - AUGUST 1, 2014 | AGES: 9-16
TUITION: $400 PER CAMPER OR $700
GRANDPARENT/GRANDCHILD OR PARENT/CHILD
Activities include:
Invasive Species Watch, Land Navigation, Environmental Advocacy 101, Fish
Identification and Printing, Sustainable Living, Intro to Firearms Safety,
Shoreline Management, Freshwater Testing & Macroinvertibrate Search,
Canoe Skills, Campfire Songs and Stories, Climbing Wall, Natural Resource
Planning, Bog Walk, Outdoor Survival, Fly Fishing and Tying, Campout and
Cookout, Intro to Archery.
Sponsored by the Minnesota Deer Hunters Association, this advanced hunting
camp is for youth who have received their MN DNR Firearms Safety Certificate. It
is a more intensive camp that takes students beyond the basic white-tailed deer
hunting and offers training in bow hunting, map and compass skills, specialty
hunting techniques, marksmanship training, ethical hunting practices, and game
care and preparation. Students will be certified in the Minnesota Bowhunter
Education Program (MBEP) as part of the camp.
FORKHORN III
JULY 27-AUGUST 1, 2014
TUITION: $400 / $375 FOR MDHA MEMBERS | AGES: 13-16
PREREQUISITE: MN DNR FIREARMS SAFETY CERTIFICATE
Sponsored by the Minnesota Deer Hunters Association, this advanced camp is a
sampler covering several hunting and outdoor disciplines. It includes topics such
as: Minnesota's wildlife heritage, small game, big game, waterfowl, planning the
hunt, and shotgun wingshooting techniques. Campers also learn advanced first
aid, wilderness survival, advanced game tracking, wild edibles, fair chase
philosophy, and more.
Forkhorn II
REGISTER EARLY - ALL CAMPS REQUIRE $100 NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT
■ Upland Bird Camp ($400).................................................. July 20-25, 2014
Camper’s Name:
Age:
Male or Female:
Home Phone: (
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Cell Phone: (
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Work Phone: (
■ Izaak Walton League Camp
($400 or $700 w/Parent or Grandparent) ....................... July 27-August 1, 2014
■ Mini Camp ($200) .............................................................. June 30-July 2, 2014
■ Forkhorn I ($400 or $375 for MHDA Members) ............. Indicate 1, 2, 3, 4 Choice
)
June 8-13, 2014
Email:
June 15-20, 2014
Parent / Guardian Name:
July 20-25, 2014 (all girls)
August 3-8, 2014
Address:
■ Forkhorn II ($400 or $375 for MHDA Members) ............July 6-11, 2014
City:
■ Forkhorn III ($400 or $375 for MHDA Members)
State:
Zip:
July 27-August 1, 2014
Are you sponsored by the Minnesota Deer Hunters,
Has child attended prior Deep Portage Camp?
Ruffed Grouse Society, Pheasants Forever, or Other? ............. ■ Yes ■ No
Does child have Firearms Safety Certificate?
If Sponsored, Name & Chapter
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Deep Portage Conservation Reserve
2197 Nature Center Drive NW
Hackensack, MN 56452
What is Deep Portage?
Located in central Cass County, Deep Portage is a
meeting place for community, education, and the
environment. There are miles of trails to enjoy, a
visitors’ interpretive center, and year-round educational
programming. Fall is a perfect time of the year to
explore the northwoods. We’ll look for you on the trails!
E-MAIL:
portage@uslink.net
WEBSITE:
www.deep-portage.org
FIND US ON FACEBOOK:
www.facebook.com/DeepPortage