FLORIDA BERMUDA MOOSE ASSOCIATION

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VOLUME 2017 NO. 6 NOV/DEC 2017

Above: L-R: Rudy Waters, Macclenny 2412; Fred Scott, West Boca Raton 204; Roy Rawlings, Tallahassee 1075; Roger Fisher, Winter Haven 1023; W. Scott Duncan, Palm Bay 2311; and Al Caime, Orlando 766.

The FBMA 2017 Statewide Pilgrim Presentation—more photos on page 10

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TERRITORY MANAGER/FBMA LIAISON Jerry Monk 605 Spring Meadows Road Quincy, FL 32351 Cell 850-510-6870 jmonk@mooseintl.org

President W. Scott Duncan 2407 Hagoplan Ave SW Palm Bay, FL 32908-4729 (321) 501-7180 w.sd@live.com

Vice President Bobby Baker PO Box 390091 Deltona, FL 32739-0091 Cell 386-561-0937 bobbygbaker@ymail.com

Treasurer Charles Geary 2633 Billingham Drive Land O Lakes, FL 34639 813-929-8039, Cell 813-310-1166 chrlgry@verizon.net

Prelate Buddy Dugger 118 E MacClenny Ave MacClenny, FL 32063 904-259-8421, Cell 904-635-0083 chiefdugger@cityofmacclenny.com

Jr. Past President William Catlow 921 SW 132nd Terrace Davie, FL 33325 Cell 954-366-8782 catlow@bellsouth.net

Secretary Scott A. Cushing PO Box 278017 Miramar, FL 33027-8017 954-499-3242, Fax 954-517-9309 cushingscott87@comcast.net flassoc@mooseunits.org

Assistant Secretary Dan O’Neal 211 Margaret Road Sanford, FL 32771 407-322-0134, Cell 407-295-4270 Legion178@mooseunits.org

REGIONAL MANAGER Noleta (Sam) Harris 455 New Port Drive Salisbury, NC 28144 704-431-5992

TERRITORY MANAGERS Bolton Bunting Larry Cundiff Bill Birk Jerry Monk-Liaison Officer

APPOINTED OFFICERS Sgt. at Arms Chuck Plourde 33906 Mandrake Rd Zephyrhills, FL 33543 813-431-8312 candtplourde@aol.com

Asst. Sgt at Arms Wally Machemer 15224 Brainbridge Circle Port Charlotte, Fl 33981 941-416-7035, Cell 941-416-7035 wmachemer@embarqmail.com

Inner Guard Al Caime 800 Rio A1A Mano Drive Altamonte Springs, FL 32714 407-869-7474, Cell 407-435-6000 phishingnut@embarqmail.com

Asst. Inner Guard James Esposito 6703 NW 28th Court Margate, FL 33063 954-907-0311 cjvesposito@hotmail.com

Outer Guard Todd Anderson 1004 Virginia Ave. Lynn Haven, FL 32444 850-866-8679 rtoddanderson5530@gmail.com

Asst. Outer Guard Robert Hanrahan 1734 Eagle Pines Circle Eagle Lake, FL 33839 863-899-9243 rob@aoscranes.com

DISTRICT PRESIDENTS District 1 Arthur W. Engler 31250 Ave. I Big Pine Key, FL 33043 305-872-3474, Cell 305-731-7898 Artie.Engler@yahoo.com

District 2 Ray Stone 14930 SW 129 Place/Rd Miami, FL 33186 305-926-0631, Fax 305-270-4910 Rstone4896@aol.com

District 3 John Shannon 6114 SW 30th St Miramar, FL 33023 754-273-4010 Jwshannon888@gmail.com

District 4 Michael Pietras 3222 Meridian Way N Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 561-252-2021 Mikep.district4@gmail.com

District 5 Mike Del Santo 1931 Linda Road Okeechobee, FL 34974 561-262-0804 Quicksilver77md@hotmail.com

District 6 Ralph Curtis 1307 Hellihell St NW Palm Bay, FL 32907 321-220-0440, Cell 321-914-7228

District 7 James Bever 1051 Tawny Eagle Drive Groveland, FL 34736 Cell 352-530-3545 bever.jim@yahoo.com

District 8 Scott Kern 113 Hays Dr. Sanford, FL 32771 407-314-6287 kerntransman@yahoo.comDonna

District 9 David Blumenauer 749 Orchard Avenue Ormond Beach, Fl 32174 386-677-0059, Cell 386-506-7333 dblumenauer@gmail.com

District 10 John M. Koelling 5291 Collins Rd Lot 207 Jacksonville, FL 32244 904-644-7126 Usmc_sarge@hotmail.com

District 11 John Ebert 850430 Hwy 17 So Yulee, FL 32097 904-624-6795 Jevert48@comcast.net

District 12 Wayne Beyer 696 Tyner ST #15 Ft Walton Bch, FL 32547 850-376-3833 webeyer@aol.com

District 13 Paul Everett 3145 SW 90th St Ocala, FL 34476 352-454-9409 Everettpaul34@gmail.com

District 14 Larry Hamann 706 Coachwood East Leesburg, FL 34748 352-327-7574 Larry.hamann@yahoo.com

District 15 Butch Robillard 10343 Lansfield St Spring Hill, FL 34608 352-688-0140, Cell 352-232-6212 butchrobillard@yahoo.com

District 16 Frank Venditti 8694 Ashbury Drive Hudson, FL 34667 727-809-1259 flvendis@yahoo.com

District 17 Kenneth Martin 2436 Lighthouse Dr. Palm Harbor, FL 34685 727-787-8128, Cell 727-798-2885 Papaken27413@aol.com

District 18 Bruce Broughton 11811 Messler Rd Gibsonton, FL 33534 813-677-6651, Cell 813-625-2286 Fax 813-677-6651 Wizzone58@yahoo.com

District 19 Dan Pratt 2273 Barn Owl Ave Bartow, FL 33830 863-670-7018 karaokeratt@aol.com

District 20 John A. Sallee 903 Temple Ave Bradenton, FL 34207 941-504-1576 johntemp903@aol.com

District 21 Charles Becker 1530 Central Ave Lake Placid, FL 33852 863-381-449 Chaziam18@centurylink.net

District 22 Bill Hauser 5525 Beechwood St Punta Gorda, FL 33982 239-240-5659 Bh319677@yahoo.com

District 23 Tom Akers 5504 Meadow Lark Lane Bokeelia, FL 33922 239-265-6686 akerstom@juno.com

District 24 Kevin Lydick 11541 Fox Hill Road N Fort Myers, FL 33917 239-564-3619

District 25 Beau Rench 1246 Skylark Ave Marco Island, FL 34145 239-300-1257 Brench.ml1990@gmail.com

F.B.M.A. 2017 - 2018 Officers

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Note from the Editor: What a crazy 2 months. The hurricanes in Texas and Florida didn’t cause enough damage to lodges and personal property in Texas and Florida, now the fires in California are wreaking havoc with lodges, busi-nesses and homes out there. We in Florida still man-aged to have a good Annual Convention in Orlando and we had a great turnout for the Statewide Pilgrim Presentation on Friday night. Only 6 out of a class of 12 were able to attend. Don Ross, Pilgrim Governor and O.V., was also the keynote speaker for the event.

The same convention also brought in new leadership for the men and the women with the conferrals of W. Scott Duncan as FBMA President and Tudy Cundiff as Deputy Grand Regent for the WOTM. I know we will all continue to work as hard for them as we have for their predecessors to make our Fraternity strong.

As you probably know by now, Moosehaven suffered the loss of their wonderful pier from the wrath of Hur-ricane Irma. The WOTM have been charged with rais-ing funds to make the needed repairs, but anyone can donate. There wasn’t a lot of other damage and all of the residents were safe and sound throughout the storm. Unfortunately, many of our members were not so lucky after Irma and Harvey. Information about how you can help in Florida and Texas is avail-able on the Moose International website.

November is the Chili Cookoff at Moosehaven and you are all encouraged to attend. It’s a great event, with all the chili you can taste for a small donation and then you get to pick your favorite. As always, there will be vendors of all kinds and entertainment, too. While you are there, stop by the FBMA Archives (it’s next to the Centennial Project building), and take a look at our amazing Moose history.

The holidays will be here soon, so let me take this opportunity to thank you all for your wonderful news articles and kind words. I wish you all happy holidays and peace and prosperity for the coming new year. —Joan Fedora, Editor

Cover Statewide Pilgrim Presentation

2 Florida Bermuda Moose Association Board of Officers 3 Note from the Editor 3 Table of Contents

4 Territorial/F.B.M.A. Liaison’s Message

5 President’s Message

5 Deputy Grand Regent’s Message

6 Regional Manager’s Message 8 Hurricane Repair Fund Will Provide Relief to Moosehaven

9 Mooseheart Takes Win Streak To 4 With Homecoming Victory

Over River Valley

10 FBMA 2017 Statewide Pilgrim Presentation

12 Higher Degree

13 FBMA Website Features Cool Lodge Locator/Directions Tool 14 LOOM International New 5 Club Qualifiers

14 Be A Hero Winners

15 Sponsor of Distinction LOOM 2017-18

15 FBMA Lodge Quota Busters

15 Top 25 Producing Lodges 15 WOTM International New 5 Club Qualifiers

15 Sponsors of Distinction—WOTM 2017-2018

17 Top 25 Producing Chapters as of 09/30/17

17 FBMA Chapter Quota Busters

18 FBMA Annual Convention 24 Lodge and Chapter News

26 Community Service

28 Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches

33 2017—2018 Moose Journalism Awards—Call for Entries

34 FBMA Calendar

35 FBMA 2016 - 2017 Moose International Appointments 35 FBMA 2016 - 2017 Officers and Committeemen

What’s Inside

Article Submission Deadline for January/February issue is December 15, 2017

Submit articles and photos to: courierjdf@aol.com Or mail to:

Joan Fedora, Editor 8160 Willie Wilkerson Road, Macclenny, FL 32063

Phone: 954-536-3160

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can to get them back on the rolls as dues-paying members. Remember, we all took an oath to strengthen our order; this not only means sponsor-ing new members but helping keep the ones we have. We all have that re-sponsibility. As you know many of our lodges had significant damage from Irma. The Associa-tion has a fund to help lodges affected. We can’t cover all costs of repair but we will do what we can. Lodges that had damage must send written estimates for repairs, in-surance coverage with deductible amount to Association Secretary Scott Cushing. The requests will then be re-viewed by the Executive Committee. The Executive Committee will then determine how much we can do for each lodge based on the amount in the relief account. If anyone Lodge, Chapter, Moose Legion or member wish-es to donate to this fund, please make your check paya-ble to the FBMA earmarked for disaster relief and mail to Association Secretary Scott Cushing. I pray that we are not hit with anymore disasters for years to come. Thanks for all you do and God Bless Moose-heart and Moosehaven. Jerry Monk FBMA Liaison

MOOSE- HONORING COMMUNITY HEROES It is hard to believe that we are already headed into the winter months. Let me wish all a Happy Thanks-giving, Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and Happy New Year. Please be safe during this time and, if you have a bit too much libation, call a cab, uber or a friend.

I also want to let those who were affected by Hurricane Irma know that our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. I want to give a special thanks to Larry Cundiff for cov-ering for me while I was recuperating after my surgery. Larry did a great job filling in as the Liaison for me. Okay, now that that is all out of the way, I want to thank all who made it to the convention in September despite the storm. We had a smaller turnout, but we did accom-plish what is required by our laws and did have a good time while doing it. Our Official Visitors were great and brought us some very good information. As we move forward through the year, we must do all we can to ensure that each of our units has a gain in active members on April 30, 2018. We must be proactive in contacting members who are about to expire and encour-age them to pay their dues. We must also be contacting those members who have already expired and do all we

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Hello everyone. First, I want to congratulate all who have received call cards for Stars, College, and Academy of Friendship. Also, I would like to mention that all of our Stand-Alone Chapters this year earned the Award of Achievement. Awesome. A big thank you to all that made it to convention in Sep-tember. I know for some it was a hardship with all going on in the State. We did have several Junior Graduate Re-gents that had a call card for Green Cap and could not make it. There will be consideration for a make up con-ferral, so contact Babs Moffitt for details. Remember that November is membership retention month. This is not the job of one person, it is a group job. Have a get-together, use the tools that Moose Inter-national provides, and make phone calls. But remember when we get them back, use them, give them a job. Make everyone part of the Chapter, even if they do not come to

meetings. One of the big-gest complaints I hear is, “I ask if I can help and they say ‘they have it covered.’” Give them your job some-times, and you look around and do something else. We all want to be a part of this wonderful organization. Remember to be nice and play well in the sandbox, have a wonderful holiday and I plan on seeing you in April.

Tudy Cundiff Deputy Grand Regent

First, I must recognize the Florida Sheriff’s Youth Ranches who just Celebrat-ed 60 Years of Service to our Florida kids. I attended a banquet at the Boys Ranch in Live Oak. What a great organization we have part-nered with. I remarked at dinner how much this place resembles Mooseheart. If you have never seen one of their facilities, making a day trip is well worth the effort, Thanks Frank Kenny for inviting Christine and me. Second, I want to shout out to the Panama City Moose Lodge and Chapter. As Hurricane Nate was heading to-wards the Panhandle, they were hosting a District Meeting and Moose Legion Celebration, which we were able to attend. They have shown a growth in Active Membership over 25% since May 1. I learned they are promoting being a Moose Lodge, fraternal fundraiser for Mooseheart and Moosehaven and they are getting very active with events and community service. They have revived the kids room and have a special bounce in the activities they are provid-ing for their members. They are living it… Harmonize, Diversify, and Multiply. Keep up the good work, your suc-cess will continue, and you will shine as an example to others.

Fraternally Yours, W. Scott Duncan, 2017-18 FBMA President

Fall 2017: I am so proud to be a part of the greatest As-sociation in all of the Loyal Order of Moose. Our broth-ers and sisters came together to help each other and our communities survive Hurricane Irma. Some are still in recovery mode as we speak. Amazing stories coming to me as lodges opened their doors for members and some for even the public, to shelter from the storm. A few years ago, the Florida Bermuda Moose Association start-ed an Emergency Relief Fund. Each year we asked for donations to the fund. Well this year we are dispersing money to assist lodges with insurance deductibles and rebuilding projects; this will allow lodges to recover fast-er than they would be able to without help. Donations have been coming in from all over our great fraternity, including lodges, Chapters, and Moose Legions here in Florida. I am ever so grateful for their generosity. As we look forward to our Holiday months, I must thank one of my mentors, and a great leader of our As-sociation, Fred Van Nostrand. Serving as an appointed officer for six years, then on the FBMA Executive Board for an additional five years. Thank you for your leadership and counsel these many years. November ushers in the Retention Week Activities, I look forward to hearing the success stories in the com-ing months as each lodge celebrates its Valued Veterans. Retention truly does start on day one. When we accept an application we offer a promise to our new member. Every day we should be working to fulfill that promise. Harmonize with our Women of the Moose partners, Diversify our activities to include everyone, and Multi-ply… grow our membership. I will leave you with some shout outs…

Message from the Deputy Grand Regent

Message from the F.B.M.A. President

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From the Desk of the Regional Manager

St. Augustine in our RV on 9/8, traffic was bad on that Friday, and it took us 6 hours to get to Talla-hassee. We started calling RV parks, there was nothing available. We called other places, nothing; they wouldn't even offer the parking lot. I looked to see if I had my Moose card with me and thought what the heck we'll give it a shot. We were told all the sites were taken but come in and we'll find you a spot if you don't mind not having a hookup. We were so relieved! We could park wherever we wanted, didn't even have to unhook if we didn't want to. That night there was a steak dinner (delicious) and a wonderful band, we partied the night away. The next morning they provided free breakfast to all the evacuees! How sweet is that? That's not the end; they did it again the next morn-ing! They offered us shelter, food, ice - all the ne-cessities we could ask for. We decided to head back to St. Augustine Sunday as the storm was constantly changing direction so we missed the home made pizzas. This lodge truly lives up to the Moose expectations, one to be commended. We can't thank them enough.” Sincerely, Mary Beth Kelly (WOTM Worthington, OH Chap-ter) Jack Blankenship & Roger & Anne White

Sincerely, Sam Harris, Regional Manager

I wanted to share an email I received with you all so I decided to make it my article for the newslet-ter. I hope you don’t mind as it is not often we get good comments, but it shows the dedication and support one lodge and chapter showed to fellow Moose Brothers and Sis-ters during the recent hur-ricane in Florida. I know

there were several in the State that sheltered their mem-bers, fed them and stood by them when they needed it. I also know many lodges from across our great nation sent supplies to both Texas and Florida.

This is what it’s all about folks! Taking care of our own Mooseheart and Moosehaven; Taking care of the com-munities we live in; and, Taking care of each other!

It just does not get any better than what this lodge and chapter did for these members who had nowhere to turn. They are to be commended for the support they gave out without any thoughts for themselves, for spot-lighting what the Moose does and does better than any other Fraternal Organization, and for making at least 4 members more dedicated to the charitable projects we work to raise money for.

A simple thank you does not seem enough, but I can as-sure you that each member that hears about this (and we all know how fast things travel in the Moose), will look up to you, and perhaps mimic your actions the next time someone needs to step up. Just like the old campfire song states, “It only takes a spark to get a fire going, and soon all those around are warmed up by its glowing”. We need more sparks, but until we get them, you can do it. I know you can. One person CAN make a lodge or chap-ter successful.

This lodge and chapter are truly Shining Stars in Florida and our Fraternity. Our hats are off to Tallahassee Moose Lodge #1075 and Tallahassee Chapter #1103. My sincere heartfelt thanks go out to you, and your membership for “doing something good for some-one each day”.

Below is the email I received:

“Lodge #1075 is one you should truly acknowledge! Men & Women! We evacuated from

Friendliest Lodge In Town Application

Deadline is Nov. 30, 2017.

Fill Yours Out TODAY!!!

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Moosehaven

Shortly after Hurricane Irma ripped through Florida, Grand Chancellor Barbara McPherson issued the follow-ing to all WOTM Chapters: “WOTM HURRICANE REPAIR FUND Earlier this week Hurricane Irma ripped through the State of Florida leaving flooding and devastation across the en-tire state and decided to take on our beloved Moosehaven. As referenced in a letter from Executive Director John Capes distributed by Official Communication yesterday, Irma left a mess on campus and the most disheartening damage is to the pier, which is completely destroyed. The storm surge was devastating and at one point even crest-ed our seawall. Despite everything, our residents were safe, comfortable and well-cared for thanks to the amazing staff at Moosehaven. In keeping with our Women of the Moose values and love of our pier, the Women of the Moose will be providing necessary relief via the Hurricane Repair Fund by way of the Green Cap/Ways and Means Committee. . . . . .The Hurricane Repair Fund will help restore the fishing pier to its glory, will assist in repairing damage to the deck at the Michigan Building, will help replace shingles on wind-damaged roofs and will reduce the financial burden of the clean-up effort of downed trees, limbs and moss. While insurance helps with some of the restoration, contribution from the Women of the Moose will help offset high deducti-bles and restore our campus for the enjoyment of our resi-dents for years to come. We have a long tradition in pre-serving, repairing and rebuilding the Moosehaven Fishing Pier and I am confident your efforts will not disappoint. Our love for our beloved campuses is stronger than any hurri-cane and I know we can count on you, co-workers, to get the job done. While this fund is intended to be a Commit-tee project, any additional Chapter or individual dona-tions may be remitted to Moose Charities earmarked “WOTM Hurricane Repair Fund.” Thank you in advance for your contributions in ensuring that Moosehaven is once again “Another Day in Paradise”. “

Please consider making a donation to this fund. Your thoughtfulness and generosity will be greatly appreciated. As you can see from the photos, the damage to the be-loved pier was massive and it will take a considerable sum of money to replace it. Meanwhile, thank you to the WOTM for taking on this project. Editor

Hurricane Repair Fund Will Provide Relief to Moosehaven

Photos courtesy of Moosehaven Residents

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Mooseheart

T here was just too much “Mooseheart” on Saturday for visiting River Valley to handle. The host Ram-blers were too fast, too defensively aggressive, had

too many good runners and have built too much momen-tum over in the middle third of the season for the visiting Falcons. Playing on its 2017 homecoming contest, Mooseheart opened a 37-0 lead by the end of the first quarter and cruised to a 58-0 victory. The win runs the Ramblers’ win streak to four games, leaves the team 4-2 and keeps them on-course for a return to the postseason for the first time since 2013. “Our guys showed up ready to go to get our fourth win,” Mooseheart coach Jacob Pekofske said. “When you get guys who buy into what you’re trying to do, it can build up within the team, and winning always helps that.” While River Valley (1-5) struggled to get its offense roll-ing in the fourth quarter, every time the Ramblers touched the ball, they scored. In the first quarter alone: Nelson Doe scored on a 63-yard run; Nick Rempert caught a 55-yard pass from Joel

Williams; Doe ran in from 14 yards; Doe ran in again from 14 yards; the Ramblers tackled a Falcons runner in the end zone for a safety and Oliver Wah scored from 41 yards. “We just try to find open space and get down field as quickly as we can,” Wah said. Homecoming at Mooseheart is a special occasion, with Moose from many states coming to the campus that their Fraternity memberships and financial donations make possible. Those Moose members join with returning alumni to create an atmosphere unique in Illinois high school football. “It feels great to have all the Moose members from all the different places they traveled from who came to watch us. They came to see what Mooseheart Red Ramblers foot-ball is all about. We’re about hitting hard and scoring touchdowns, so I’m glad we did that in front of the them today,” Wah said. Photo and excerpts from an article on the Mooseheart website by Darryl Mellema

Mooseheart Takes Win Streak To 4 With Homecoming Victory Over River Valley

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Higher Degree

Three-peat: Peoples Choice Winners—FBMA! FBMA 2017 Statewide Pilgrim Presentation

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More Statewide Pilgrim Presentation

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More Higher Degree

This photo to the right is of last year’s Deputy Su-preme Governor Jim Kelly being presented with his Past Deputy Supreme Governor pin at a Manatee

# 58 Moose Legion Celebration on 9/21/17. Presenting Jim with his pin was Past Deputy Supreme Governor and Past FBMA President Ed Fishier (far right) and Territory #23 Man-ager Bill Birk (left). The Moose Legion Celebration was held at Pine Island Lodge #1954. With the recovery of the hurricane we still managed to get to-gether with our brothers and coworkers to celebrate the accomplishments of one of our own. WE ARE MOOSE STRONG!!! Submitted by Bill Birk, Territory 23 Manager

Past Deputy Supreme Governor Honored at Celebration Despite Hurricane Irma

I have just returned from our Pilgrim Weekend Getaway as I write this article. We had 80 people attend the week-end affair. Everyone seemed to enjoy themselves. On Saturday night we went to the Sleuth's Theater show. The food was great and the show as fantastic. Everyone seemed to enjoy it.

People were starting to arrive on Friday, and with them many brought items for our Chinese auction. Many brought books for our book exchange. There were lots left when the weekend was over. A lot of people took some back to their lodges and Al Caime took the last of them for Moosehaven.

Speaking of Al Caime. He is our new Pilgrim chairman. He replaces Carl Hoover, who resigned. Carl did a great job and he will be missed.

At our meeting Saturday afternoon Al asked the mem-bers of the Pilgrim class of 2017 to introduce themselves as well as their wives or significant others. He also asked the class of 2016 to do the same because our 2016 week-end getaway was cancelled due to hurricane Matthew. I

am glad we didn't have to cancel because of a hurricane this year. We had a little bit of rain, but otherwise the weather was great.

I read the list of Pilgrims that had passed away since our weekend two years ago in 2015 up to the present. After the meeting, we held our fifty/fifty raffle, the cooler of full of cheer and our Chinese auction.

If you want to have a great time, join us the second weekend of October next year. Please get your reservations in early.

Submitted by Robert F. Coleman-Secretary , Florida Moose Pilgrims

Pilgrim Getaway Weekend Enjoyed by 80 Attendees

Photo courtesy of Bill Birk

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Communications

Three-peat: Peoples Choice Winners—FBMA!

FBMA Website Features Cool Lodge Locator/Directions Tool

N ext time you take a road trip in Florida and wonder if there will be any Lodges on the way or nearby, check out the Lodge Loca-tor drop down menu on the FBMA web-site at https://www.floridamoose.com.

Our webmaster, Dan Pratt, has built in 2 func-tions; one a lodge locator map showing lodge loca-tions. If you click on the “balloon”, the lodge name will come up along with a link to a webpage if available. It’s cellphone user-friendly, too!

The second function provides directions between lodges. Just pick the lodge you are at and select the one you want to go to and, voila, up pops the directions, miles, and a map. Pretty cool, eh?

Lodge Locator Function

Lodge Directions

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LOOM International New 5 Club Qualifiers

8/1/17—9/30 /17 Lodge # Lodge Name Member 2267 Lauderdale Lakes Tom C. Iatonna 1308 Venice Kenneth E. Brennick 1933 Englewood Scott Souza 2395 Caloosahatchee Robert Holmes 433 Palm Harbor John Eric Thompson 874 Golden Triangle Robert Lewis 1327 Arcadia William Donald Walker Jr. 2020 Lake Shore John M. Koelling 2591 Azalea Park Bill Eubanks 2199 Cape Coral H Jeffrey Hurtt 42 Mandarin Sean D. Wolfe 1933 Englewood Newt Webb 912 Interbay Tampa James L. Witt 1753 Okeechobee Warren Martin 2276 Zephyrhills Thomas A. Priester 1297 Tice And The Shores Jeff B. Stevenson 2020 Lake Shore Howard F. Klice 766 Orlando Dan O'Neal 1933 Englewood John Bienkowski 1199 Silver Springs Faust 'Mike' M. Polidori III 2020 Lake Shore John Capes 1615 South Lake County Jeffrey A. Thompson 1717 Cocoa Phillip Jaworowski

Lodge # Lodge Name Member 1308 Venice Robert C. Anderson 521 Spring Hill Paul M. Chmura 1454 Bonita Springs James T. Hurst 766 Orlando Danny Keel 1026 Marianna Robert W. Patnode 1933 Englewood Al Gagne 1014 Ocala Richard Brooks 1615 South Lake County Robert N. Malotte 2117 Palmetto Jeff Johnston 766 Orlando William R. Hyatt 2266 Lehigh Acres Sandy Lawton 521 Spring Hill Patrick McCarty 2121 Port Charlotte Robert Staubach 2356 West Marion Donald Eckerdt 2554 Gulf Cove Neil Auman 1558 Jacksonville Beach Nick Starck 1389 Panama City David S. Higgins Sr. 2199 Cape Coral William B. Drumb 204 West Boca Raton Jack Corkery 813 Ruskin George A. Gray 2258 Leisure City Bernard Smith 2158 Riverview Richard C. Jarvis

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BE A HERO WINNERS

Month Name Lodge Amount May Thomas Hatton Nassau 2352 $100.00

June Kevin Vogt Deland 1126 $100.00

July Marl Boree Nassau 2352 $100.00

August Brent Sheldon Englewood 1933 $100.00

September George Jackson Port Charlotte 2121 $100.00

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More Membership

Total Rank Rank Lodge # Lodge Name Apps National State 2188 Anna Maria Island 484 1 1 1933 Englewood 292 3 2 1308 Venice 132 8 3 1990 Marco Island 101 15 4 2199 Cape Coral 95 19 5 964 Fort Myers Beach 81 27 6 813 Ruskin 80 28 7 2276 Zephyrhills 78 30 8 42 Mandarin 76 31 9 1263 Daytona Beach 76 31 9 2267 Lauderdale Lakes 72 34 10 766 Orlando 69 37 11 2121 Port Charlotte 69 37 11 184 Palatka 66 40 12 1615 South Lake County 66 40 12 1454 Bonita Springs 65 41 13 2117 Palmetto 61 44 14

Top 25 Producing Lodges as of 9/30/17

1223 Bradenton 57 47 15 Total Rank Rank

Lodge # Lodge Name Apps National State 608 Gulf Gate 53 51 16 2073 Merritt Island 51 53 17 2412 Macclenny 48 56 18 1126 Deland 47 57 19 2010 Palm Beach Gardens 47 57 19 1389 Panama City 44 60 20 1717 Cocoa 44 60 20 1297 Tice And The Shores 43 61 21 1822 Vero Beach 43 61 21 1023 Winter Haven 41 63 22 2352 Nassau 41 63 22 521 Spring Hill 40 64 23 1585 Big Pine Key 40 64 23 2020 Lake Shore 40 64 23 2259 Sebring 39 65 24 912 Interbay Tampa 38 66 25 2374 Lake Placid 38 66 25

Sponsor of Distinction LOOM 2017-18 As of 9/30/2017

Name Lodge # Lodge Name Total Apps Ernie Casali 2188 Anna Maria 112 Patrick Kane 2188 Anna Maria 56 Jack Rafool 1263 Daytona Beach 29 Nick Kostromin 2188 Anna Maria 27

FBMA Lodge Quota Busters AS OF 09/30/17

Quota Quota Lodge # Lodge Name Assigned Achieved Percent 1389 Panama City 18 44 244.44% 1990 Marco Island 61 101 165.57% 1074 Hialeah 22 32 145.45% 1558 Jacksonville Beach 28 33 117.86% 2672 Quincy 22 25 113.64%

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WOTM International New 5 Club Qualifiers

As of 9/30/2017 Chapter # Chapter Name Member 1984 Caloosahatchee Naomi Avery 1699 Lauderdale Lakes Jo-Ann E. Murphy 1414 Key West Kimberly A. Bishop 2256 Highlands County Shirley Shamblin 1601 Anna Maria Island Kathy Blair 459 Silver Springs Maureen M. Weeks 1121 Fort Pierce Teresa D. Hoffman 873 Sebring Kim Conley 1939 Four Townes Monica L. Smith 2051 West Pasco Theresa Santos 1718 Ruskin Dianne A. Hosford 2256 Highlands County Tammy Benton Brown 1019 Daytona Beach Dawn O'Neil 562 Tice And The Shores Carla Hall 1218 Mandarin Yvonne C. Hester 1231 Hialeah Sherry Walls 562 Tice And The Shores Geraldine Hineline 1218 Mandarin Leah McClement 1619 Port Charlotte Patricia Blackledge 1596 Brandon Maxanne McKenzie 1915 Palatka Virginia Wooden 1915 Palatka Glenda McDermont 551 Fort Myers Beach Patricia Miller 2252 Gulf Cove Genevieve Layne 956 Okeechobee Mary Ann Newcomer 2355 Nassau Katherine Williams 1003 Deland Marjorie Coley 815 Cape Coral Charlene Fenimore 871 St Petersburg Diane Clark 1915 Palatka Tabitha A. Whitehurst 1072 Bradenton Linda Shippee 1218 Mandarin Ashley Nicole Grubbs 2036 Buckhead Ridge Betty Holleman 2202 West Volusia Sherri L. Osborne

Chapter # Chapter Name Member 1697 Largo Beth A. Masters 1601 Anna Maria Island Suzie Parsons 1404 Sanford Nicole Gaughan 1915 Palatka Jeannie G. Biddle 938 West Palm Beach Tracey Potter 758 Venice Karen Beadle 1825 Crescent City Susan M. Chandlee 758 Venice Ginny Merlin 1662 Dunnellon Jewel Nast 1170 South Lake County Stephanie Thomson 1152 Winter Haven Katherine Michael 1718 Ruskin Katherine Schmitt 1541 Vero Beach Christine B. Cole 1152 Winter Haven Sherry Northcut 1582 Englewood Patty McLaughlin 1582 Englewood Beebe Angela 30 Palm Harbor Marci Sutherland 1662 Dunnellon Selina R. Moore 1072 Bradenton Vera Hoeppner 1225 Palmetto Ellen M. Childers 1471 Palm Beach Gardens Margaret Miner 1544 Merritt Island Wanda Speir 2103 County Line Sheri Jackson 1544 Merritt Island Josephine Miller 1544 Merritt Island Arlene Owens 1699 Lauderdale Lakes Donna Hale 2256 Highlands County Barbara Bobbyjo Dunford 1225 Palmetto Peggy Haman 1915 Palatka Tammy Beth Bader 1915 Palatka Evelyn L. Jones 1968 Sarasota Deborah Alday 1582 Englewood Dawn Sheldon 2103 County Line Robin Caton 1929 West Marion Rita M. Pelletier

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Sponsor of Distinction WOTM 2017-18 As of 09/30/17

Name Chapter # Chapter Name Total Apps Kristie Baxter 815 Cape Coral 40 Kathy Blair 1601 Anna Maria 37 Carrie Martin 1582 Englewood 36 Diane Radzavage 1601 Anna Maria 34 Sandra Zenzel 1601 Anna Maria 33 Char Connor 551 Fort Myers Beach 27 Tonya Batteese 1582 Englewood 25

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Top 25 Producing Chapters as of 09/30/17 Total Rank Rank Chapter# Lodge Name Apps National State 1601 Anna Maria Island 410 1 1 1582 Englewood 220 2 2 815 Cape Coral 141 7 3 758 Venice 140 8 4 1915 Palatka 87 12 5 1019 Daytona Beach 84 13 6 1225 Palmetto 76 15 7 1072 Bradenton 69 18 8 1218 Mandarin 69 18 8 551 Fort Myers Beach 60 23 9 1544 Merritt Island 56 25 10 1495 Lake Shore 55 26 11 2438 Marco Island 54 27 12 1002 Orlando 53 28 13 1682 Zephyrhills 53 28 13 1765 Spring Hill 51 29 14 1699 Lauderdale Lakes 50 30 15 1619 Port Charlotte 47 33 16 1770 Gulf Gate 43 37 17 562 Tice And The Shores 42 38 18 1718 Ruskin 42 38 18 1471 Palm Beach Gardens 41 39 19 1152 Winter Haven 39 41 20 1611 Bonita Springs 39 41 20 1003 Deland 38 42 21 1304 Naples 38 42 21 1383 Cocoa 36 44 22 1596 Brandon 36 44 22 1662 Dunnellon 36 44 22 1170 South Lake County 35 45 23 898 Pensacola 34 46 24 1254 Interbay Tampa 34 46 24 1939 Four Townes 34 46 24 2103 County Line 34 46 24 1389 Golden Triangle 33 47 25 2240 Palm Coast 33 47 25

FBMA Chapter Quota Busters As of 09/30/17

Quota Quota Chapter # Chapter Name Assigned Achieved Percent 2438 Marco Island 32 54 168.75% 1003 Deland 37 38 102.70% 2398 Quincy 12 12 100.00%

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FBMA Annual Convention

Above: Past Presidents conferred at the 70th Annual Convention of the Florida Bermuda Moose Association in Orlando, Florida. Left to right Dan O'Neal, International Moose Legion Councilman, Larry Cundiff, Territory Manager, William "Bill" Birk, Territory Manager.

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More FBMA Annual Convention — look for more photos on the FBMA website

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Lodge and Chapter News Mooseheart Scholarship Fund Grows Thanks to Chapter

On August 26th, 2017, the Palm Harbor Moose Lodge 433 opened its doors for an open house to support the WOTM, Chapter 30 conducting a fund raiser for Mooseheart scholarships. Over 40 baskets/packages were raffled off. The event, chaired by Tammy Erisman, was a HUGE success including applications for seven new members.

This charitable cause was supported by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Tampa Bay Rays, the zoo, aquarium, and countless local businesses.

It was a heartfelt evening to see so many people opening up their hearts and wallets!

Submitted by Marci Sutherland, Senior Regent

Marathon Moose Lodge 1058 has been a part of Marathon, FL, since 1968 and is one of the oldest lodges in the Flori-da Keys. Unfortunately on September 10, 2017, Due to hurricane Irma, the lodge sustained major damage to its roof, causing extensive damage to the interior of the lodge as well. Due to the high cost of wind insurance the lodge could never afford the extra cost. In order for the Moose Lodge 1058 to continue our great deeds that are so needed in the community when called upon, we must ask for others to help us REBUILD OUR LODGE. We are in need of money donations, labor dona-tions materials donations—Every bit helps

You can donate on the Go Fund Me page,

https://www.gofundme.com/marathon-moose-lodge-1058

or send checks to:

Marathon Moose Lodge 1058 11601 1st Ave, Gulf Marathon FL 33050

In the memo section please note RE-Build Marathon Moose Excerpts and photos from the Go Fund Me Page on Facebook

Go Fund Me Page Set Up for Marathon Moose Lodge

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Mooseheart to be Recipient of Monthly Sox Box Courtesy of Gildan

More Lodge and Chapter News

DONATIONS FOR MOOSEHEART Rebecca Nelson packs a box of donations from Gil-dan, a leading manufacturer and marketer of quality branded basic family apparel. Becca is a member of Port Charlotte Florida Chapter #1619 and works as Administrator of Product Development for Gildan. Every month, with the help of her Chapter to pay the shipping, she packs a large box of their product and ships it to Mooseheart Child City and School.

“It is our pleasure to offer Mooseheart Child City & School a donation box once a month. We believe in the work of this organization and this is the least we can do to show our support.

Rebecca Nelson, Administrator Product Development.”

Submitted by Laurie Nelson, Port Charlotte Chapter 1619

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Christi Headley, a coworker from the Women of the Moose Port St. Lucie Chapter 1236 and the Moose-heart/Moosehaven Chairman, had a dinner

that was very successful. Part of the proceeds collected went to Christi’s charity of choice, Tu-Bahd Horse Res-cue.

Deborah Kane is the owner of Tu-Bahd Horse Rescue. Christy who is pictured on the right presented a dona-tion in the amount of $612.01 to Katlin who is pictured to the left. Katlin is a worker for the Tu-Bahd Horse Rescue.

If anyone needs information for the horse rescue, please contact them at 772-878-4829. Submitted by Phyllis Gainer

Chapter Chairman Donates Part of Fundraiser to Local Charity Community Service

Veterans Enjoy Monthly Lunches at the Leesburg Lodge

The Leesburg Lodge 1271 has partnered with the Villages Veterans Honor Flight club. We provide lunch for these veterans and sponsors on the 2nd Thursday every month. We have had some great stories from these men and wom-en. This luncheon has been rewarding for the Lodge and its members in many different ways. It is a community effort that brings the Moose in the minds of many. What a partnering!! Submitted by Larry Hamann, Treasurer, Leesburg Moose Lodge 1271

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More Community Service

On August 29 Winter Haven Chapter 1152 and Lodge 1023 presented school supplies in-cluding notebooks, crayons, colored pencils, pencils, colored markers, pens, folders, etc. to Lena Vista Elementary School in Auburndale, FL. Pictured left to right are Jasmar Bennett, Assistant Principal; Faye Zelonky, Recorder; Sherry Stubbs, Secretary/Treasurer; Ronnie Stubbs, Treasurer; and Denise Sharp, Principal. Submitted by Sherry Stubbs

Lodge and Chapter Donate Supplies to Local Elementary School

Photo courtesy of Sherry Stubbs

On October 8, 2017 Northwest Florida Moose Legion 182 Presi-dent Mike Davis (left) presented FBMA President W. Scott Dun-can with a check for $1000 to-wards the FBMA Emergency Re-lief Fund*. The presentation was made during the Celebration hosted by the Panama City Moose Lodge #1389. This dona-tion will assist lodges in recover-ing from Hurricane Irma. Submitted by W. Scott Duncan

Northwest Moose Legion’s Donation will Aid Lodges with Hurricane Losses

*Please see Jerry Monk’s and Scott Duncan’s write ups on pages 4 and 5 for a more information about the FBMA Emergency Relief Fund.

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FLORIDA SHERIFFS YOUTH RANCHES

W hen Cayleigh came to the Boys Ranch six months ago with her younger brothers she knew two things; she would get to stay with her siblings and their lives were about to

change for the better. Change is an important concept for this well-spoken and polite high school junior. Cayleigh and her brothers came from a tough home life. The three had spent time in an-other group home that split Cayleigh away from her youngest brother. Though their situation was traumatic, Cayleigh said that when she found out they were coming to the Youth Ranches she felt a sense of comfort about it. “I knew that my brothers and I were going to get to stay together, our family wasn’t going to be torn apart.” Cayleigh might be a little outnumbered by the boys at the Ranch, but she says she is used to it growing up with her brothers. “They don’t really treat me any differently.” Cayleigh said, in fact she was recently elected to be a member of the Rancher Council. “It is a huge honor.” Cayleigh explained. “You are chosen by your peers to serve on the council. It meant a lot to me know that my fellow Ranchers trusted me with that responsibility.” Cayleigh is humbled by the honor and simply wants to do a good job to help make a difference at the Boys Ranch. She, holds a special distinction as the very first girl to ev-er be elected onto the council. “We are the voice of our fellow Ranchers.” Cayleigh add-

ed. “If they see something that needs to change or if they have a problem they come to us. It is a big change just having a girl on the council and I take that responsibility seriously.” Cayleigh said she understands that she is rep-resenting not just her peers but all the girls at the Ranch and all the girls who will come after her. She is happy to be helping balance out the council. Her fearless and determined spirit has also landed her two jobs on campus. Cayleigh earned her lifeguard certifi-cation this past spring and works at the pool and on field trips to the local springs monitoring the safety of the swimmers. When she isn’t out by water she is working at the Boys Ranch Administration Building. Cayleigh’s per-sonality and drive was an immediate hit with the staff at the Boys Ranch. She has fit right in is an immense help with clerical duties in the office. Though her tasks may seem like small busywork to some, for Cayleigh each day is an opportunity she intends to take. Cayleigh attends school in town and hopes be able to take dual enrollment classes at the local college. The bright young woman has her heart set on getting a great educa-tion and perhaps tackling social work or a career with the Federal Bureau of Investigation in the future. One thing is for sure, Cayleigh is grateful for the positive changes in her life that the Youth Ranches and the gener-osity of our donors have provided. For her at the end of the day, “It’s so much better to be here!” Submitted by Josh Blackmon, FSYR

Cayleigh’s Council—A Girl Can Make A Difference at the Boys Ranch

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Did You Know?—Sheriffs Ranches Enterprises Can Help with Your Next Move!

Whether you are downsizing, a snowbird or completely relocating -- moving can be stressful. And while getting rid of all of your extra things may seem daunting, organi-zations like Sheriffs Ranches Enterprises, Inc. are availa-ble to help.

Sheriffs Ranches Enterprises, Inc. is a nonprofit charitable organization which was formed to provide direct support to the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches. By letting the SRE help you during your move you can help them serve Flori-da’s needy and deserving children by donating your un-wanted items. Your gifts can be used in one of the four

residential programs of the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches to help provide a warm and welcoming home environment for the children or the items can be sold at one of the thrift store locations to provide much needed operational revenue to the Youth Ranches. Items such as clothing, appliances, jewelry, antiques, furniture, cars, trucks, and even boats are accepted donations!

What is the best part? Sheriffs Ranches Enterprises will pick up items anywhere in the state of Florida! You have two options for donating to the SRE: drop them off at one the their thrift store locations in Live Oak, Homo-sassa, Dunedin, Leesburg, New Port Richey, and Ocala. Or call to schedule a pick up at your home and members of their dependable and dedicated staff will pick up your donation at absolutely no cost to you.

Sheriffs Ranches Enterprises, Inc. is an affiliate of the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches. The mission of SRE is to provide financial support, goodwill and community involvement for the boys and girls served by the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches. Donated goods are sold to the public at our six Thrift Store locations and unique and collectible items are sold on eBay. Donated vehicles, trucks, vans and vessels are sold through the Vehicle Sales Lot located at the Thrift Store in Live Oak. For addition-al information or to schedule your donation, please visit www.sre4kids.org or call 800-338-0377.

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Moose Charities

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2017—2018 Moose Membership Campaign

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See what your donations can do. Visit the Mooseheart website at www.mooseheart.org for giving ideas.

Entries are now being accepted for the Annual Moose Journalism Awards, to be announced at the 2018 Interna-tional Convention in New Orleans, LA. Categories include Excellence for an Association Publication and at several lodge levels based on membership, plus higher degree publications. There is also a category for Best News Story and another one for Best Editorial. Website categories include Lodge website and Association websites.

Participants can download entry/informational forms for both the publications and website portions of the contest at the following link (s) on the Moose International website in the Communications section:

– 2018 Publication Entries – 2018 Website Entries

The deadline for website submissions is 4:30pm CST, Friday, February 23rd, 2018. The deadline for publication submissions is 4:30pm CST, Friday, March 2nd, 2018.

Lodge/Chapter publications are eligible for the Moose Journalism Awards competition ONLY if they hold a valid Moose Publication Permit (per requirement of the General Laws), UPDATED with EDITOR’S E-MAIL ADDRESS, or have sent a completed Publication Permit application to the Moose International Communications office that has been received by January 31, 2018. If you’re unsure whether your lodge holds such an UPDATED permit, call 630-966-2229. Association, Moose Legion and Higher Degree Council publications do not require a permit, but are required to follow the permit re-quirement of mailing one copy of every issue of the publication to the Dept. of Com-munications, 155 S. International Drive, Mooseheart, IL 60539-1174.

Good luck to all the participants! Joan Fedora, Editor Moose International Communications Committee

2017—2018 Moose Journalism Awards—Call for Entries

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The Calendar of Events is constantly being updated. Visit the F.B.M.A. website at www.floridamoose.com for calendar changes and updates.

F.B.M.A. Calendar of Events Date Time Event Place

10/20 - 10/22/2017 3-day event HORSE SHOES Haines City 2083

10/21/2017 Sat Pilgrim Recognition Fred Scott Jr Recognition West Boca Raton 204

10/21 - 10/23/2017 Start at 8 AM 2 Day HOTT Class Lake Pan 1179

11/04 - 11/06/2017 2-day event FBMA State Corn Hole Zephyrhills 2276

11/04/2017 Sat Pilgrim Recognition Roger Fisher recognition Winter Haven1023

11/04/2017 Sat Pilgrim Recognition Roy Suarez Recognition Pensacola 557

12/01 - 12/03/2017 Fri, Sat, Sun Seminole 81 M/L Celebration Mandarin 42

12/02/2017 11:00 Registration O Blossom 125 Celebration Land O Lakes 1903

12/02 - 12/04/2017 2-day event T-Bolt 201 M/L Celebration Winter Haven 1023

12/02 - 12/04/2017 9:00 AM Cypress M/L 202 Celeb Dade City Lodge 397

12/09/2017 Sat Pilgrim Recognition Al Caime recognition Orlando 766

12/16/2017 1-day Celebration Manatee 58 M/L Celebration Englewood 1933

01/12 - 01/14/2018 2-day event N/West M/L 182 Celebration Mariana 1026

01/27 - 01/29/2018 2-Day event FBMA F/Bd mtg Moosehaven Campus

03/01 - 03/03/2018 Fri, Sat, Sun Seminole 81 M/L Celebration Palatka 184

03/24 - 03/26/2018 9:00 AM Cypress M/L 202 Celeb Brooksville Lodge 1676

03/24 - 03/26/2018 2-Day event FL days at Moosehaven Moosehaven Campus

03/31/2018 11:00 Registration O Blossom 125 Celebration Riverview 2158

04/13 - 04/15/2018 2-day event N/West M/L 182 Celebration Tallahassee 1075

04/19 - 04/23/2018 4 day event FBMA Mid year Conf Orlando Rosen Plaza

06/01 - 06/03/2018 Fri, Sat, Sun Seminole 81 M/L Celebration Lake City 624

06/02 - 06/04/2018 9:00 AM Cypress M/L 202 Celeb Inverness Lodge 2112

06/23/2018 11:00 Registration O Blossom 125 Celebration InterBay 912

07/06 - 07/08/2018 2-day event N/West M/L 182 Celebration Quincy 2672

07/12 - 07/16/2018 4 day event M/Int'l Annual Conv. New Orleans

07/28 - 07/30/2018 2-Day event FBMA F/Bd mtg TBD

09/01 - 09/03/2018 9:00 AM Cypress M/L 202 Celeb Golden Triangle 874

09/06 - 09/10/2018 4 day event FBMA Annual Convention Orlando Rosen Plaza

09/29/2018 11:00 Registration O Blossom 125 Celebration Brandon 1880

10/12 - 10/14/2018 2-day event N/West M/L 182 Celebration Ft Walton Bch 2193

12/01 - 12/03/2018 9:00 AM Cypress M/L 202 Celeb Spring Hill 521

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F.B.M.A. 2017 - 2018 Officers and Committeemen

F.B.M.A. 2017 - 2018 Moose International Appointments SUPREME PRELATE Rodney Hammond

SUPREME COUNCILMAN John Reiter

MOOSEHAVEN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR John Capes

MOOSEHAVEN BOARD OF DIRECTORS Bobby Baker

MOOSE CHARITIES DIRECTOR Linda Mulligan

INTERNATIONAL JUDICIARY COMMITTEE Tom Ziegler

LOSS PREVENTION COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN Fred Scott

PAST SUPREME GOVERNORS Liguori Saladin Robert Stilwell F. Ross Fleet

INTERNATIONAL MOOSE LEGION COUNCIL Dan O'Neal

DEPUTY SUPREME GOVERNORS Keith Delano William Norris

INTERNATIONAL MOOSE LEGION AMBASSADORS Richard Jones Roy Rawlings Ron Luckerman Lee Singleton

REGIONAL MANAGER Sam Harris

TERRITORY MANAGERS Jerry Monk/FBMA Liaison Bolton Bunting William Burke Larry Cundiff

PAST INT’L MOOSE LEGION PRESIDENTS Scott A. Cushing Levis Hughes Don Bell

ACADEMY OF FRIENDSHIP BOARD Vera Smallridge

INTERNATIONAL COMMUNI-CATIONS COMMITTEE Joan Fedora

DEPUTY GRAND REGENT Tudy Cundiff

CHAPTER ANALYSTS COORDINATOR Gloria D Petrea 352-600-9887 Cell 813-294-0836

ACTIVITIES Jim Nadeau 407-518-9790 Cell 321-624-9725 ram55jn@aol.com

AUDIO-VISUAL Jim Kelly 239-287-5976 Jkdist27@gmail.com

AUDIT COMMITTEE CHAIR-MAN Tom Ziegler 941-739-8638 Cell 419-466-9539 tomwenz2736@verizon.net lodge1223@mooseunits.org

CAPS/LOSS PREVENTION Larry Stevens 352-799-3754 lstevens0027@yahoo.com

COUNCIL OF HIGHER DE-GREES Charles Geary 813-929-8039 Cell 813-310-1166 chrlgry@verizon.net

COURIER EDITOR Joan Fedora 954-536-3160 courierjdf@aol.com

CREDENTIALS Jay Andrade 401-465-3885 Lodge1933@mooseunits.org

ENDOWMENT FUND Levis Hughes 850-580-1777 Cell 850-566-0944 lrhughes81@comcast.net

FINANCE COMMITTEE Dan O’Neal 407-322-0134 Cell 407-295-4270 legion178@mooseunits.org

FLORIDA SHERIFF’S YOUTH FUND Frank Kenny Cell 352-316-2890 fkenny2@earthlink.net

FLORIDA SHERIFF'S YOUTH RANCHES FUNDRAISER Tom Burnam 352-600-9887 Cell: 813-924-2560 tomburnam@yahoo.com

FRIENDLIEST LODGE IN TOWN Ed Lessard 813-831-9070 Lodge 813-832-6152 lodge912@mooseunits.org

GOVERNMENT RELATIONS Stephen J. Vella Cell 954-856-3478 vellair@aol.com

HISTORICAL Charlie Titheridge Cell 954-600-9504 ormecmarin@yahoo.com

HOSPITALITY John Holbach Jr. 727-410-1092 johnf@theholbachs.com

HOTT CLASS COORDINATOR Dawn Mackland 850-294-9317 dmack1231@gmail.com

MEMORIAL CHAIRMAN Buddy Dugger 904-259-8421 Cell 904-635-0083 chiefdugger@cityofmacclenny.com

MOOSE RIDERS Harris (Jay) Long II 813-810-5648 harrisjlong@gmail.com

MOOSE OF THE YEAR W. Scott Duncan (321) 501-7180 w.sd@live.com

PILGRIM CHAIRMAN Al Caime 407-869-7474 Cell 407-435-6000 phishingnut@embarqmail.com

PUBLICATIONS W. Scott Duncan (321) 501-7180 w.sd@live.com

RECORDING SECRETARY Jerry Thompson 352-249-7873 southfl46@aol.com

RITUAL James R. Malsbury Cell 305-318-1943 jrmalsbury@embarqmail.com

SAFE SURFING Charles (Buddy) Franklin 352-523-0259 Cell 813-713-3476 cfranklin18@tampabar.rr.com

SPECIAL OLYMPICS Carl Toth Cell 352-999-1038 ctoth3@centurylink.net

TIPS COORDINATOR Lee Singleton 561-707-1645 Miamiseals@aol.com

VETERANS AFFAIRS Larry D'Angelo 239-368-7485 Cell 239-822-3617 Fax 239-491-5772 larrrymoose2266@aol.com

WEBMASTER Daniel Pratt 863-670-7018 karaokeratt@aol.com

IMPORTANT LINKS Moose International: www.mooseintl.org

Mooseheart: www.mooseheart.org Moosehaven: www.moosehaven.org

Moose Charities: www.moosecharities.org

FBMA: www.floridamoose.com

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