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The Courier

VOLUME 2013 ISSUE 1 JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2013

FLORIDA BERMUDA MOOSE ASSOCIATION

In July, the Loyal Order of Moose and the Women of the Moose both announced year-end gains in active membership during the 2012 Annual Convention, with the Moose Legion just missing the mark. To keep this positive momentum going, the Supreme Council has authorized General Governor Steve Greene to issue a blanket dispensation to waive all membership application fees for the three fraternal units to begin on December 17th, 2012 through April 30th, 2013.

No application fee will be required for any membership application transmitted to Moose International between 12:01a.m. (CST) Monday, December 17, 2012, and 10:00 p.m. (CST) Tuesday, April 30, 2013 (provided the application received date is on/or after December 17th.) Completed applications must be remitted with full first-year dues. Additionally, applicants must be reported as “enrolled” by 10:00 p.m. on Friday, May 31, 2013, otherwise, the fraternal unit will be retroactively billed for all applications reported during the $0 application fee incentive period, but not enrolled prior to May 31.

The holidays are an excellent time to connect with friends and relatives, and to invite qualified individuals to join you as brothers, co-workers and Moose Legionnaires with the Moose! And remember, members that sponsor two applicants between May 1, 2012 and April 30, 2013 will receive FREE DUES for one year, provided these applicants are reported as enrolled by 10:00 p.m. (CST) on Tuesday, April, 30, 2013.

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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

REGIONAL MANAGERJerry Monk605 Spring Meadows RoadQuincy, FL 32351850-627-8192 [email protected]

SECRETARYScott A. CushingPO Box 278017Miramar, FL 33027954-499-3242Fax [email protected]

PRESIDENTLynn Klein4257 Indiana CirclePace, FL [email protected]

VICE PRESIDENTRichard B. Jones4445 Stonemeadow DriveOrlando, FL [email protected]

TREASURERWilliam (Bill) Norris 8654 Dellbridge Court Jacksonville, FL 32244 [email protected]

PRELATEFred Van Nostrand 29430 Pine Villa Circle Punta Gorda, Fl 33982 941-457-1107 [email protected]

JR. PAST PRESIDENTDavid J. Smith11512 68th Street NorthWest Palm Beach, FL 33412Cell [email protected]

APPOINTED OFFICERS

SGT AT ARMSWilliam (Bill) Catlow921 SW 132nd Terrace Davie, FL 33325 Cell 954-366-8782 [email protected]

ASST SGT AT ARMSWilliam Birk25415 Rupert Road Punta Gorda, FL [email protected]

INNER GUARDKristopher (Kris) Hummer11900 NW 29th StreetSunrise, FL [email protected]

ASST INNER GUARDDonald Patterson2242 Alt-19 North, Lot 55Palm Harbor, FL [email protected]

OUTER GUARDW. Scott Duncan2407 Hagoplan Avenue SWPalm Bay, FL 32908321-409-8614

ASST OUTER GUARDRoy Rawlings850 Capital Walk Drive #7308Tallahassee, FL 32303850-294-9318

DISTRICT PRESIDENTS

DISTRICT #1Ken Bygler29178 Camellia LaneBig Pine Key, FL 33043Work 305-872-2200 x28Cell [email protected]

DISTRICT #2Keith Delano PO Box 226822Miami, FL [email protected]

DISTRICT #3Leo Schenone11980 N. Aviary DriveCooper City, FL [email protected]

DISTRICT #4James Esposito6703 NW 28th CourtMargate, Fl [email protected]

DISTRICT #5Robert Klaus2665 Mores RoadWest Palm Beach, FL [email protected]

DISTRICT #6Chuck Kinnaman676 SW Eyerly Ave.Port St Lucie FL 34983772-878-8570 Cell [email protected]

DISTRICT #7Joseph Eriksen1066 36th AvenueVero Beach, FL 32960772-646-0631Cell [email protected]

DISTRICT #8Harry T. Gautsch6659 Bamboo AvenueCocoa, FL 32927321-632-6198Cell [email protected]

DISTRICT #9Charles (Chuck) Myers4501 S Shore RoadOrlando, FL [email protected]

DISTRICT #10Tom Dale2449 Sanford AvenueSanford, FL 32771407-322-5106Cell 407-721-5401tl_dale @bellsouth.net

DISTRICT #11K. Mike Linders2946 Carriage DriveS Daytona, FL 32119386-788-1505Cell [email protected]

DISTRICT #12Steve Petras119 Railroad Avenue NSatsuma, FL [email protected]

DISTRICT #13Dominick A. Cappelli277 Bonnlyn DriveOrange Park, FL [email protected]

DISTRICT #14Buddy Dugger118 E Macclenny AveMacclenny, FL 32063904-259-8421Cell [email protected]

DISTRICT #15Monroe Green107 Deville DriveMary Esther, FL 32569850-830-6891Cell [email protected]

DISTRICT #16Roger Beukema10620 SW 27th Ave I-9Ocala, FL [email protected]

DISTRICT #17Chuck Plourde33906 Mandrake RoadWesley Chapel, FL [email protected]

DISTRICT #18David (Dave) Thomas12813 Teakwood LaneHudson, FL 34667727-862-2510Cell [email protected]

DISTRICT #19William Longenbarger6227 Park Grove DriveGibsonton, FL [email protected]

DISTRICT #20Dan Pratt2273 Barn Owl AvenueBartow, FL [email protected]

DISTRICT #21Joseph Moorhouse9158 78th PlaceSeminole, FL 33777727-397-8105Cell [email protected]

DISTRICT #22George A. Gray320 Stroll LaneSun City Center, FL [email protected]

DISTRICT #23District 23Jeff Hill140 Happiness AvenueLake Placid, FL 33852863-633-0026Cell [email protected]

DISTRICT #24Mark Darling6426 Haele CourtNorth Port, FL [email protected]

DISTRICT #25D. Roscoe Keller Jr.5967 Luloma LaneBokeelia, FL [email protected]

DISTRICT #26Albert Casale1781 Pebble Beach Drive #103Fort Myers, FL [email protected]

DISTRICT #27Jim Kelly124 Driftwood LaneNaples, FL 34112239-331-4601Cell [email protected]

DISTRICT #28William (Bull) Hancock6 Byrsonima CourtHomosassa, FL [email protected]

F.B.M.A. 2012 - 2013 OFFICERS

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CONTENTS PAGE

$0 Application Fee CoverF.B.M.A. Officers 2 Donors Circle 3 Regional Manager’s Message 4President’s Message 5F.B.M.A. Membership Campaign 5Secretary’s Message 6Deputy Grand Regent’s Message 6Moose International Press Release 7Moosehaven 8 Mooseheart Honorary Graduate Information 9L.O.O.M. International 5 Club 10Miles of Smiles Winners 10 L.O.O.M. 25 Club and W.O.T.M. 25 Club 11Centennial Watch Program 11Top Producing Chapters 12

CONTENTS PAGE

Top Producing Lodges 13Quota Busters 14Pilgrim News 14Pilgrim Presentations 15L.O.O.M. Mid-Year Registration Form 16L.O.O.M. Mid-Year Meal Ticket Form 17Community Service and Fundraising 18-23L.O.O.M. News 24W.O.T.M. News 24F.B.M.A. Membership Campaigns 25-26 F.B.M.A. Sports Schedule 27Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches 28-29F.B.M.A. 2012 Calendar 30F.B.M.A. Moose International Appointments 31F.B.M.A. Committee Chairmen 31Courier Deadline and Subscription Form Back

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Wow, where has the time gone? I can’t believe we are starting 2013 already. I hope all had a great and safe Holiday Season.

I am sure by now that everyone is aware of the $0 Application fee that we have again this year. It started on December 17th, 2012 and will run until April 30, 2013.

I am sure this will help us attain our new member production goal and should ensure we have an increase in membership on April 30, 2013.

The FBMA also has a new Short Term Membership Campaign that runs from January 1, 2013 to April 30, 2013. See the detailed information in the flyer in this edition and also on the FBMA web site. In addition to the individual membership campaign we also have a retention incentive for the lodges. Each lodge that has an increase in active members will be in a random drawing for $1000.00. Five (5) lodges will be drawn after we have the final figures of the 2012-2013 year and each will receive a check from the FBMA in the amount of $1000.00. I don’t know of any lodge that would not want this award so make certain your lodge is in the running.

I am looking forward to Supreme Governor Jim Henderson’s visit to Florida in March. He will be at Venice 1308 on March 6, 2013, Sanford 1851 on March 7, Crescent City 1641 on March 8 and Jacksonville Beach 1558 on March 9. Mark your calendar and get out to one or all of these visits. It is truly an honor for these lodges to host a Supreme Governor Visit. I am sure we will be stopping at other lodges in between these official visits so don’t be surprised if we just pop in on your lodge. After the visit to Jacksonville Beach he will be at Moosehaven on March 10 for the dedication of the Katherine Smith Center for Special Needs. Monday March 11 he will be playing golf in the Moosehaven Golf Tournament. If

you’re a golfer here is a great opportunity for you to have some fun and support Moosehaven. More information will be available at a later date on the tournament.

I hope all of you have made your reservation for the Mid Year Conference in Orlando. We have two great Official Visitors again this time around. Past Supreme Governor Ron Sweetman who serves as the Chairman of the Moosehaven Board Of Directors will be the LOOM visitor and Grand Chancellor Barb McPherson will be the WOTM visitor. I know they will both bring a great deal of knowledge and information to us.

Now is also the time to be making your plans for the International Convention to be held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin May 24th to the 29th, 2013. I have not been to Milwaukee in many years but I do know this is a great city to visit. I sure hope we can get 100% participation in Milwaukee like we did in Tampa. I know it is a bit further away, but it is a trip that can be made by car, so if you have to car pool and get there.

As you know the Association took on the funding of a Computer Lab at Mooseheart as part of the renovation of the school. This project is $100,000.00. We are still working on the bus for Moosehaven and that too is a $100,000.00 project. We need your support for these projects as we do all other projects we take on.

Our Cradle Fund did not do too well. Pennsylvania beat us by over $30,000.00. We have an opportunity coming up in February to support the Endowment Fund once again with a special fundraiser. The Rocker Fund will generate donations in honor of Moosehaven. Lets make sure we support this and do a better job than we did in October. I know we can do it because “WE ARE A CUT ABOVE THE REST.”

Thanks for all you do, see you soon.

Jerry Monk, Regional Manager

MESSAGE FROM THE REGIONAL MANAGER

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while donating money to a charity of their choice at the same time.

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Ron Sweetman who serves as the Chairman of the Moosehaven Board Of Directors will be the LOOM

International Convention to be held in Milwaukee,

$100,000.00 project. We need your support for these

FROM THE DESK OF THE PRESIDENT

I hope all of you had a wonderful “Holiday Season”. I want to personally thank all the Lodges who contributed to those affected by Hurricane “Sandy”. It shows that the Moose members in Florida care about those who were touched by this storm.

I want to thank Jim Nadeau and J.T. Tarpein and all those involved in the collection of donations and the delivery of those donations to the New Jersey and New York Associations. Also the “Tommy Moose” that were delivered to the children who were affected by the storm.

We are still behind in applications for the year. Moose International waived the application fee starting December 17, 2012. Let’s continue to make a concerted effort in finding new members who can add to and enjoy the fraternity that we are all proud to be a part of.

I challenge each and every good standing member in

our Association to solicit and sign eligible applicants as well as retaining those members we have on the roles.

Please continue to support the "Heard of Moose" Campaign and our Association’s “Miles ofSmiles” campaign.

I thank all of you for your continued support of our Lodges, our Association, and our wonderful Fraternity. I am here to serve you the Moose members and the Lodges within our Association. Help me make this the best year ever! Let’s make it happen! Together, we can do it!

Fraternally, Lynn A. Klein, FBMA President

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FROM THE DESK OF THE ASSOCIATION SECRETARY

Brothers and Co-Workers, the first thing I wish to do is to is say I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas and wish you a Happy New Year. The District Presidents who took office this past September are working hard and we want to thank all the members who attend the District Meetings, without

your support many of the programs of the FBMA could not be accomplished. Remember we have accepted too large projects, one is the Computer Science Classroom for $100,000 and to purchase a 28 passenger bus for Mooseheart for $100,000. We need a lot of participation by the Lodges, Chapters, Moose Legions and Council of Higher Degrees to

meet those commitments. Checks for those projects can be made out to Moose Charities and sent directly to Moose Charities or to the FBMA. I would like to request that any Lodge donating at the District Meetings to Safe Surfin' or Special Olympics make the checks out to Moose Charities and send them directly to Moose Charities. I have included in the Courier the Men's Registration form and Meal Registration form for the Mid-Year Conference that will be held April 4-7, 2013, a little bit early this year. The ads for program book again will be $100 for a full page and $50 for a half page and I need those sent to me by March 18, 2013. Again Happy Holidays and thanks so much for all you do for the FBMA and the Moose Fraternity.

Scott A. CushingFBMA Secretary

Great Florida Co-Workers,

We are now in the time of year where we are counting our Blessings, our children, our families, and our Moose Homes. Reach out and be a friend and co-worker to someone new. Give them the opportunity to feel and see what we do in the Moose.

This is a great time with the Awards of Achievements hanging on the Chapter walls and the plans for a Green Cap celebration honoring our new Green Cap recipients. Invite new friends in to see what the Women of the Moose is about and how much pride we have in our degrees.

Start making plans for our up and coming Mid-Year Conference in Orlando in the month of April. Find a co-worker to share your room and double your fun

and learning experience. Remember something good will happen and you might hear just what you have been waiting to hear.

Keep in mind that our elections will be coming up before you know it. Start planning for our next year’s officers and chairmen. Use some thought so we can elect a good leader and have others learning to be good leaders. Remember, Chapters are not one person but a combination of many talents, interests, ideas, and people. Our nomination committees are a very important part of our election process.

Co-Workers, keep up the good work. Our membership numbers are up but we have a ways to go. Remember if we take care of our members and membership we will be able to take care of our Seniors and our Kids. Do it for the kids! The answer to "Heard of Moose" is yes, yes and more yes.

Cherry Runyon, Deputy Grand Regent

MESSAGE FROM THE DEPUTY GRAND REGENT

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request that any Lodge donating at the District

directly to Moose Charities.

good leaders. Remember, Chapters are not one

Workers, keep up the good work. Our

membership we will be able to take care of our

OFFICIAL RELEASE FROM MOOSE INTERNATIONAL

MOOSE INTERNATIONAL, December 21, 2012 - The Supreme Council of Moose International today announced the retirement of William B. Airey as Director General and CEO, and the appointment of Scott D. Hart Executive Director of Mooseheart Child City and School, as the next leader of our 1.2 million member organization. Mr. Hart assumes his new duties immediately, while Mr. Airey, 71, will stay on with the Moose as a consultant through January 31, 2013 to help in the transition.

Mr. Hart, 43, started his career as an in-home caregiver on the Mooseheart campus in 1991, following his graduation from Illinois State University. During the next 12 years, he accepted roles with increasing responsibility before assuming his current position as Executive Director in charge of all functions for the community and school for children in need in March, 2003. His tenure at Mooseheart as Executive Director includes the establishment of national standards for residential childcare facilities; the expansion of benefits for children on campus through both local and national programs; and oversight of the current $10 million school renovation project scheduled to be completed in 2014.

Mr. Hart joined the Moose fraternity in September 1994 as a member of Batavia, IL Lodge 682. He also joined Mooseheart, IL Lodge 2655 as a Charter Member in December 2006 and served as Charter Governor from 2006-08. Mr. Hart has also been a member of Mecca Moose Legion 9 since 1999.

In accepting his new position, Mr. Hart said, "I know firsthand the outstanding dedication and care that is

provided by the men and women of the Moose around the world, especially in regards to children and seniors in need. This is an exciting opportunity to work cooperatively with our Board and introduce new ideas that will carry the fraternity forward, build our membership, and allow us to help even more individuals and communities."

Mr. Hart assumes overall responsibility for Moose International's five organizational units: the Loyal Order of Moose; the Women of the Moose; Mooseheart Child City and School; Moosehaven Retirement Community; and Moose Charities, the organization's fundraising arm. Gary Urwiler, Superintendent of Education for Mooseheart Schools, becomes Interim Executive Director of Mooseheart.

Mr. Airey joined the Moose International professional staff as Assistant Director of Membership in 1983 and was promoted to various positions within the Moose before achieving his current position of Director General and CEO. He will retire as the ninth Director General, having started his term in 2006 following the resignation of Donald Ross. Mr. Airey steps aside after leading the organization to a positive membership gain in 2011-2012 and the launch of a new public awareness program titled "Heard of Moose?"

DIRECTOR GENERAL AIREY RETIRES MOOSEHEART EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR SCOTT HART NAMED TO REPLACE HIM

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MOOSEHAVEN

HEART OF THE COMMUNITY

The year 2012 was a busy one for Moosehaven. Our heart Of The Community events grew and our surrounding community members came to our campus more and more to interact with our residents.

It is a positive program that benefits both sides and allows the "outside world" to see just what a wonderful place Moosehaven is and what our great fraternity is all about.

Below are some of our main events within the program, but It won’t stop growing. We are working to sponsor more events, more outreach programs for our community and

more interaction for our residents and community members. The Heart Of The Community program is growing and Moosehaven is proud

to be the pioneer in this great program.

Community Breakfasts (total) - 1716 people attended, 931 cars entered campus 5th Annual Easter Event - 2309 people attended, 612 cars entered campus Easter Sunrise Service - 530 people attended, 167 cars entered campus Movies At Moosehaven (total) - 145 people attended, 65 cars entered campus Car Show and Breakfast - 1047 people attended, 562 cars entered campus Patriotic Concert - 172 people attended, 101 cars entered campus 6th Annual Halloween Trick or Treat - 1917 people attended, 482 cars entered campus 3rd Annual Chili Cookoff - 1741 people attended, 842 cars entered campus

Marina Matthews, Executive Assistant Bob Fell, Security Chief

DON’T FORGET TO MARK YOUR CALENDARS

FLORIDA DAYS AT MOOSEHAVENMARCH 24-25, 2013

andSupreme Governor Jim Henderson’s Scheduled Visits

March 2013 Date Location Wednesday 6 Venice 1308 Thursday 7 Sanford 1851 Friday 8 Crescent City 1641 Saturday 9 Jacksonville Beach 1558 Sunday 10 Moosehaven -

Katherine Smith Dedication

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The year 2012 was a busy one for Moosehaven. Our heart Of The Community events grew and our our residents.

to see just what a

growing. We are working to sponsor more events, more outreach programs for our community and

more interaction for our residents and community members. The Heart Of The Community program is growing and Moosehaven is proud

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LOOM QUALIFIERSJohn Johnson Golden Triangle 874Olan Gilmore Winter Haven 1023Ronald Stubbs Winter Haven 1023Edward Adams Tarpon Springs 1429Bobby Lynn Tarpon Springs 1429Timothy Ross Tarpon Springs 1429Richard Groome Brooksville 1676Charles Geary Land O Lakes 1903George Gray Ruskin 813Tom Hickman Golden Triangle 874Jerry Mitchell Fort Myers Beach 964Robert Skotzke Venice 1308Everett Goodwin New Smyrna Beach 1835Jason Ward Sanford 1851Chuck Myers Brandon 1880Jay Andrade Englewood 1933Jim Kermans West Marion 2356Russell Seabright Ruskin 813Doug Swinamer Port Charlotte 2121Gaetano Trepiccione Lauderdale Lakes 2267Bob Greenwood Zephyrhills 2276Gene Herbst North Port 764Joseph McPhee Jensen Beach 1690Wayne Harkey Lake Shore 2020Charles Seiler Port Charlotte 2121Denny Mason Zephyrhills 2276Joseph Boehm Caloosahatchee 2395Mike Davis Sanford 1851Ken Rogers Largo 2205Luther Sluder Nassau 2352Larry Mercugliano Perrine 380Bill Birk Venice 1308Kenneth Anderson Tarpon Springs 1429Jerry Faught Englewood 1933John Johnson Palatka 184Roland Grace Tice And The Shores 1297Robert Frazier Venice 1308William Adams South Lake County 1615William Wright North Hillsboro 1741Mike Terry Cape Coral 2199Joe Vera Lauderdale Lakes 2267James Jennings Gulf Cove 2554Leo Schenone Hallandale 668Mike Flanders Key West 1760Gainey Stone Haines City 2083David Marshall Anna Maria Island 2188

WOTM QUALIFIERSCarmela Carleo Daytona Beach 1019Mary Britton Fort Pierce 1121Daria Downing Mandarin 1218Terri Layton Zephyrhills 1682Monica Smith Four Townes 1939Rhian Smith Venice 758Cherry Runyon Leesburg 1034Joanne Eyester Anna Maria Island 1601Patricia McGrath Caloosahatchee 1984Karen French Ocala 1142Deborah Sager Cape Coral 815Ruth Atwood Winter Haven 1152Nancy Ross Tarpon Springs 1614Patricia Wolfe Largo 1697Susan Watkins Palatka 1915Sandra Britt Crescent City 1825Shelly Hansen Palatka 1915Loralee Carpenter Key Largo 1565Lisa Krueger Pine Island 1843Diane Young Indian River 1926

WINNERS OF THE MILES OF SMILESMEMBERSHIP CAMPAIGN

MAY 1, 2012 TO MARCH 31, 2013 WAL MART GIFT CARDS

Winner Lodge AwardMay M. Lee Weiss Brandon 1880 $100.00June Eric Ebinger County Line 2427 $100.00July Barry Mills Wakulla County 2510 $100.00August George Seney Sebastian River 1767 $100.00Sept. Carmine Cioffi Port St. Lucie 513 $100.00Oct. Alan Altman Pine Castle 2345 $100.00Nov. Donald Blasko Macclenny 2412 $100.00

LOOM Qualifiers International Five Club

New Qualifiers October 6, 2012 to November 30, 2012

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25 Club Report Congratulations and Thanks to

The Fraternity’s Top Salespersons Recent Qualifiers

Reports Received from October 10, 2012 to November 30, 2012

LOOM

Newly Qualified for the 25 ClubPhillip Johnson Orlando 766Brad Poole Hialeah 1074Richard Groome Brooksville 1676Thomas Barota West Pasco 2366Mark Gibson Fort Myers 1899Roy Foshee, Sr. Suwannee River 325Matthew Crawley Leisure City

Advanced to the 75 DivisionPhilip Bernard Port Charlotte 2121Ken Miller Leesburg 1271

Advanced to the 100 DivisionEd Lessard Interbay Tampa 912David Marshall Anna Maria Island 2188Alfred Fontana Venice 1308

Advanced to the 150 DivisionOtt Payne Orlando 766

WOTM

Newly Qualified for the 25 ClubTheresa Schaediger Tarpon Springs 1614Belinda Good Bradenton 1072Judy Vail Ruskin 1718Sherri Osborne West Volusia 2202Ruth Ann Lindsey Suwannee River 494

Advanced to the 50 DivisionEdith Crislip Leesburg 1034Carol Granholm Sebastian River 1764

Advanced to the 125 DivisionSandra Zenzel Anna Maria 1601

Advanced to the 175 DivisionGloria Winnubst Palm Beach Gardens 1471

CIRCLE OF DISTINCTION QUALIFIERS 2012-2013

Ernest Casali, Jr Anna Maria Island 2188

MOOSEHEART CENTENNIAL WATCH NEW QUALIFIERS

LOOMEverett Goodwin New Smyrna Beach 1835Lawrence Labbe Golden Triangle 874Bill Fountain Islamorada 2151Reb Martin Palmetto 2117James Jennings Gulf Cove 2554Jay Andrade Englewood 1933John Johnson, II Palatka 184Steve Del Corso Bonita Springs 1454

WOTMTheresa Magee Palm Beach Gardens 1471

MOOSEHEART'S CENTENNIAL

Make plans now to attend theAll Day Community Celebration of

Mooseheart's 100th Birthday!July 27, 2013

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TOP 25 PRODUCING CHAPTERS AS OF 11/30/2012

Rank Total Last AppChapter # Chapter Name State National APPS Date

1601 Anna Maria Island 1 1 222 11/25/2012815 Cape Coral 2 3 150 11/27/2012758 Venice 3 5 126 11/28/2012551 Fort Myers Beach 4 6 120 11/04/20121915 Palatka 5 8 114 11/19/20121718 Ruskin 6 9 101 11/26/20121582 Englewood 7 15 81 11/13/20121614 Tarpon Springs 8 19 73 11/26/2012562 Tice And The Shores 9 21 71 11/20/20121699 Lauderdale Lakes 10 24 68 11/13/20121619 Port Charlotte 11 25 67 11/29/20121434 Crystal River 12 28 63 11/20/20121682 Zephyrhills 13 31 60 11/21/20121544 Merritt Island 14 32 58 11/27/20121152 Winter Haven 15 36 53 11/10/20121218 Mandarin 16 38 51 11/12/20121690 Jupiter 17 42 47 11/03/20121142 Ocala 18 43 46 11/22/20121495 Lake Shore 18 43 46 11/27/20121103 Tallahassee 19 44 45 11/16/20121002 Orlando 20 45 44 11/19/20121389 Golden Triangle 20 45 44 11/29/20121596 Brandon 21 46 43 11/12/20121072 Bradenton 22 47 42 11/19/20121763 North Hillsboro 23 49 40 11/26/20121471 Palm Beach Gardens 24 50 38 11/27/20121020 Fort Myers 25 51 37 11/24/20121810 Big Pine Key 25 51 37 11/19/20121939 Four Townes 25 51 37 11/18/2012

The Moose Fraternity and

Special Olympics A Winning Team!

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TOP 25 PRODUCING LODGES AS OF 11/30/2012

Rank Total Last AppLodge # Lodge Name State National Apps Date

2188 Anna Maria Island 1 1 292 11/27/20121308 Venice 2 3 193 11/29/20122199 Cape Coral 3 4 170 11/27/2012964 Fort Myers Beach 4 7 152 11/12/20122013 Crystal River 5 13 126 11/28/20122121 Port Charlotte 5 13 126 11/27/20121933 Englewood 6 14 117 11/26/20121429 Tarpon Springs 7 15 115 11/21/20121297 Tice And The Shores 8 16 113 11/26/2012813 Ruskin 9 17 109 11/27/20122276 Zephyrhills 10 23 93 11/28/2012764 North Port 11 29 84 11/29/20122267 Lauderdale Lakes 12 34 76 11/21/2012766 Orlando 13 39 70 11/23/20121223 Bradenton 14 41 68 11/27/2012184 Palatka 15 42 67 11/28/20122259 Sebring 15 42 67 11/28/20121880 Brandon 16 50 59 11/05/20121899 Fort Myers 17 51 58 11/27/2012874 Golden Triangle 18 52 57 11/19/20121741 North Hillsboro 18 52 57 11/25/20122020 Lake Shore 18 52 57 11/23/20121615 South Lake County 19 53 56 11/21/2012624 Lake City 20 56 53 11/25/20121851 Sanford 21 57 52 11/16/20122427 County Line 21 57 52 11/26/20121263 Daytona Beach 22 58 51 11/25/201242 Mandarin 23 59 50 11/29/2012

1075 Tallahassee 23 59 50 11/19/20122352 Nassau 24 60 49 11/26/20122010 Palm Beach Gardens 25 61 48 11/27/20122056 Kissimmee 25 61 48 11/25/2012

Special Olympics

Safe Surfing’ Foundation and Moose International

Protecting children from online predators through education

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KISSIMMEE, Florida - The Florida Pilgrims converged on Kissimmee for their annual weekend getaway on October 12th through the 14th. Four of the ten new Pilgrims were present. They took turns being our celebrity bartenders.

Those present had fun playing cards, visiting with their friends and making new friends. Of course a few beverages were consumed over the weekend.

On Friday evening the Moose Races were held. We call this the Pilgrim Downs. Those that bet on their favorite horses had fun. Maybe next year more will participate.

On Saturday a handful of our Pilgrims tried their hand at playing golf at the local golf course. At noon we had a pizza party. There was a meeting in the afternoon at which time we honored those Pilgrims that had passed since last year's weekend getaway. The new Pilgrims were introduced. The other

Pilgrims introduced themselves, gave the year they received their degree and introduced their wives or girlfriends. This was followed by the raffle drawings and the Chinese Auction which is always a great hit.

On Saturday night we took buses to the Pirate's Treasure Tavern. A great meal was served by some very lovely ladies. The dinner show was out of this world. It was by far the best we have ever been to.

It was late when the Pilgrims and their companions returned to the hotel. However a few decided they would have a few more of their favorite beverages before calling it a night.

All in all it was a great weekend. If you missed it be sure to make plans to join us next year.

Robert F. ColemanPilgrim Secretary

QUOTA BUSTERS AS OF 11/30/2012

LODGES

Quota Quota Last AppLodge # Name Assigned Achieved Percent

0764 North Port 63 84 133.33%1429 Tarpon Springs 71 115 161.97%1558 Jacksonville Beach 19 30 157.89%1760 Key West 36 42 116.67%1851 Sanford 38 52 136.84%1933 Englewood 100 117 117.00%2352 Nassau 47 49 104.26%

CHAPTERS

Quota Quota Last AppChapter # Name Assigned Achieved Percent0030 Palm Harbor 17 19 111.76%0551 Fort Myers Beach 75 120 160.00%0562 Tice And The Shores 51 71 139.22%1142 Ocala 42 46 109.52%1381 Jacksonville Beach 22 25 113.64%1404 Sanford 20 27 135.00%1582 Englewood 58 81 139.66%1597 Arcadia 27 30 111.11%1614 Tarpon Springs 47 73 155.32%1718 Ruskin 65 101 155.38%1763 North Hillsboro 37 40 108.11%2103 County Line 19 25 131.58%2224 Wakulla County 17 19 111.76%2322 Land O'Lakes 15 15 100.00%

PILGRIM WEEKEND GETAWAY

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On Saturday night we took buses to the Pirate's

PILGRIM PRESENTATIONS

Below are a few photographs from the Pilgrim Presentations which were held between October 20, 2012 and November 11, 2012. Bernie Lucas held at Palmetto Lodge on 10/20/12, Eric Granholm held at Sebastian River Lodge on 10/27/12, Paul Corp held at Orlando Lodge on 10/28/12 and Jerry Bruce held at Tallahassee Lodge on 11/03/12. A Presentation was also held for Richard Hughes at Leesburg Lodge on 11/11/12 but no photographs are available at this time. Photographs from all Pilgrim Presentation are available for viewing through the Photo Gallery link on the F.B.M.A. website at www.floridamoose.com.

The Pilgrim Degree of MeritAspired by ManyFew are Chosen

Congratulations again to Florida’s Pilgrim Class of 2012! Bernie Lucas’ photographs by Tony Morris

Eric Granholm’s and Paul Corp’s photographs by Debra J. Smith Jerry Bruce’s photographs by Dawn Mackland

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Loyal Order of MooseScott A. Cushing 954-499-3242 P.O. Box 27-8017

Secretary FAX 954-517-9309 Miramar, FL 33027-8017


53RD MID-YEAR CONFERENCE

ROSEN PLAZA HOTEL, ORLANDO, APRIL 4-7, 2013

MEN’S PRE-REGISTRATION

NOTE: DEADLINE IS MARCH 27, 2013

REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE

PLEASE SEND COMPLETED FORM TO:

Scott A. Cushing, PO Box 278017, Miramar, FL 33027-8017.

PRE-REGISTRATION FEE IS $6.00 PER NAME AND CAN BE INCLUDED WITH ANY MEAL REGISTRATION FORM AND CHECK, TWO CHECKS ARE NOT NECESSARY.

NOTE: REGISTRATION AT THE CONVENTION WILL BE $10.00

Make checks payable to the Florida Bermuda Moose Association (FBMA)

LODGE NAME NUMBER

NAME

ADDRESS CITY ZIP

CURRENT LODGE OFFICE HELD

PAST GOVERNOR: YES NO

CURRENT ASSOCIATION OFFICE OR COMMITTEE

CIRCLE ONE: PILGRIM FELLOW MOOSE LEGIONNAIRE

LODGE NAME NUMBER

NAME

ADDRESS CITY ZIP

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CURRENT ASSOCIATION OFFICE OR COMMITTEE

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PLEASE DO NOT CUT UP THIS FORM

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Loyal Order of MooseScott A. Cushing 954-499-3242 P.O. Box 27-8017

Secretary FAX 954-517-9309 Miramar, FL 33027-8017


53RD MID-YEAR CONFERENCE

ROSEN PLAZA HOTEL, ORLANDO, APRIL 4-7, 2013

NOTICE NOTICE NOTICE NOTICE NOTICE

This form is to be used for the Florida Bermuda Moose Association 2013 53rd Mid-Year Conference Meal Activities, April 4-7, 2013 for Purchase of Breakfast and Banquet Tickets in advance.

DEADLINE March 27, 2013 – NO TICKETS SOLD AT THE DOOR!!!!!!

Breakfast Friday April 5, 2013 at 7:30 AM By Invitation Only

(Association Officers and Committee Chairman)

Moose Legion Luncheon & Panel Session $12.00 each

April 5, 2013, Noon

Banquet Friday, April 5, 2013, 7:00 PM

Honoring Past District Presidents

Everyone invited – ALL must have tickets $25.00 each

Lodge Officers Luncheon an Panel Saturday

April 6, 2013 Noon (Any lodge member may purchase tickets) $12.00 each

Banquet honoring Ritualist Staffs; Competition Results; Presentation of Moose of the Year, Co-Worker of the Year and Moose Legionnaire of the year. Saturday April 6, 2013, at 7:00 PM

Everyone invited – ALL must have tickets. $25.00 each

Return form and check or money order made out to the FBMA to: Scott A. Cushing - PO Box 278017 - Miramar, FL 33027-8017

Tickets may be picked up in the area of the Men’s registration desk area during the hours of registration as listed in the

convention proceedings.

PLEASE NOTE: We must have advance notice so as to contract these meals with the hotel. We thank you very much

for your cooperation.

Your Name

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PENSACOLA, Florida - On November 27, 2012 Pensacola Chapter 898 and Lodge 557 presented a dozen Tommy Moose to the Escambia County Sheriffs Department for the deputies to put in their cruisers.

Pictured at left (left to right) are Co-Worker Judy Amour, Sheriff David Morgan, Senior Regent Jeanie Evans and Commander Dale Tharp.

Information and photograph submitted by Jeannie Evans

Pictured left to right - Castle Community Relations Officer Rosanna Gonzalez, Fort Pierce Lodge Community Chairman

Pete Mallory, Co-Chairman Eddie Heltzer and Castle Executive Relations Officer Theresa Garbarino-May

Submitted by Pete Mallory, photograph by Rita Mallory

FORT PIERCE, Florida - Fort Pierce Lodge 248 donated Tommy Moose to the Exchange Club Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse of the Treasure Coast. Castle was founded in 1981 so that children of the Treasure Coast could be free from abuse. Their Programs and Services include: Safe Families An in-home program that offers parent education and support for the families with minor children. High Hopes for Kids Groups for children who are experiencing the emotional consequences of their parent's divorce or separation. Strengthening Families Parents and children come together in a group setting to resolve family issues, in this family skills training program.

COMMUNITY SERVICE and FUNDRAISING

TOMMY MAKES HIS WAY TO CASTLE THANKS TO FORT PIERCE LODGE

NAPLES, Florida - On October 29, 2012 members of Naples Lodge 1782 and Chapter 1304 honored their newest Pilgrim, Wayne Cottrell, and their newest Fellow, Jim Kelly, with a donation of three cases of Tommy Moose dolls to the Collier County Sheriff's Office. Attending the presentation were Chapter officers and chairwomen (L-R) Laura James, Jennifer Emerson, Heather Billy and Pam Judy; sec-ond row (L-R) Scott St. John, Tim Sullivan, Pilgrim Wayne Cottrell, Lt. J.J. Carroll, Fellow Jim Kelly, Al Newcomb and Dan Sullivan; in the back row is Keith Sheridan.

Article and photograph submitted by Al Newcomb

ALWAYS PRESENT TOMMY MOOSE HELPS HONOR NEW PILGRIM

TOMMY MOOSE A WELCOME ADDITION TO SHERIFFS’ CRUISERS

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On November 27, 2012

Tommy Moose to the Escambia County Sheriffs

Groups for children who are experiencing the


Kissimmee Moose Alert Committee Chairperson Anita Nadeau, her daughter Cindi Hauge, granddaughters Rebecca, Shannon and Caitlyn Hauge, all members of Kissimmee Chapter 1849, except Caitlyn who is not quite old enough, wanted to help people “back home”. They, along with Anita’s husband Jim, moved from hard hit Ocean County, New Jersey to Florida 16 years ago. They started telling friends and family what they wanted to do.

Jim Nadeau, Kissimmee 2056 Administrator contacted Florida Bermuda Regional Manager Jerry Monk and told him what they wanted to do in the name of Moose Alert. Jerry sent e-mails to District Presidents and State Officers and the project was on it’s way. Anita’s contacts at work, Osceola County Transportation, Cindi’s contacts at her work, BB&T Bank, the granddaughter’s work contacts and face book postings resulted in a lot of donations in a very short time.

Winter Haven and New Smyrna Beach Lodges also had donations to pick up and Jim and step sons Brian and Gene Thatcher and Kissimmee cook Dallas Turner started filling an 18’ by 7’ trailer. It filled quickly. Five days after starting the collections it was time to send it North, only problem was massive overload of the trailer. Brian Thatcher who took over operation of Nadeau Trucking from Jim Nadeau came to the rescue by renting and donating a 26’ Penske Rental Truck. Brian, Gene, Jim and Supreme Counci lman Rodney Hammond (at right) proceeded to transfer the load and the journey began.

What should have been an 18 hour trip turned into 36 hours because the truck broke down by the time it reached Palm Coast, Florida. After Brian, Jim and Gene got it running again they only made it to Darien Georgia and it quit again. After a second visit by a mechanic, that could not diagnose the problem, they were towed to Savannah, Georgia, to a closed repair shop. The owner finally showed up at 2:30 in the morning and informed them that he could not fix it. After getting a couple of hours sleep in a local Days Inn they drove to a nearby Penske facility only to be told that they would have to wait for a replacement truck to come from Jacksonville, Florida and then they had to transfer the load themselves. After some hot tempers, heated exchanges and finally some intervention from Penske Leasing’s main office in Reading, Pennsylvania the new truck arrived along with

help to transfer the load and a re-imbursement of the rental fee and the trip resumed.

The loss of a day for delivery was a blessing in disguise because the place where they were supposed to deliver received a foot of snow from Winterstorm Athena.

The receiving area, the South Toms River, New Jersey Recreation Building had a lot of clothes already, but the people from Florida, who know hurricane situations, sent much needed yet often overlooked items like toilet paper, paper towels, diapers, toiletries, personal items, blankets, non-perishable food, handy wipes, pet food and toys. The contact person, Bill Gleason, from the local Emergency Management Office talked to Jim Nadeau at 9:00 am and said to give him about an hour to get some help to unload. Talk about volunteerism, one hour later there were 18 people, along with Alan Thatcher, Brian and Gene’s brother, who lives in that area and is also a member of Kissimmee 2056, there to help unload. One woman had been manning the center all week had a tree on top of her house but said that can wait because there were a lot of people that had it worse than she did.

The people in that area have now “Heard of Moose” and could not express their thanks enough. We got some free tolls, free meals and a whole lot of thank yous and handshakes. It made me really proud to be a part of this great Fraternity. Thank you Anita Nadeau, Cindi, Rebecca, Shannon and Caitlyn Hauge, Brian, Gene and Alan Thatcher, Rodney Hammond, Dallas Turner and the members of Winter Haven and New Smyrna Lodges for their help. Thank you Tropicana (Pepsico) for the pallets of water, Rick Patel for the food and all the individual donors that helped us reach nearly 12,000 pounds of donations.

Florida Bermuda Moose are “A Cut Above” and can certainly “Git ‘er Done”.

Article and photographs submitted by Jim Nadeau


KISSIMMEE LODGE 2056 MOOSE ALERT COMMITTEE SENDS 6 TONS OF SUPPLIES TO HURRICANE SANDY VICTIMS.

Left to right - Brian, Alan and Gene Thatcher and Jim Nadeau

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Panama City Lodge 1389 Governor James Tarpein (J T) and Administrator Todd Anderson loaded up and ready to hit the road.

As most of you know by now, Governor James Tarpein and Administrator Todd Anderson of Panama City Lodge 1389 delivered 43 dozen Tommy Moose and 400 Tommy Moose Coloring Books to New Jersey this past weekend.

Many of you wanted to send Tommy Moose with them but could not get them here before they left. Here is the lodge name and address in New Jersey that will accept your Tommy Moose donations and make sure they get to the deserving children in the area.Beach Haven Moose Lodge 1575120 route 72 eastManahawkin, NJ 08050

I want to personally thanks all who participated and those who will in the future. A special Thanks to JT and Todd for their efforts. I also want to thank Bruce Powell for his help in getting this task accomplished.

Heard Of Moose? Many in New Jersey have now.

It sure is great to belong to such a caring organization.

Fraternally,Jerry MonkRegional Manager

Left to right - Manahawkin Township Police Department Police Officer, Administrator from Beach Haven Lodge 1575 Dave Long, Todd Anderson, Tommy Moose, James Tarpein Sr from Panama City Lodge 1389, New Jersey Moose Association State President

Wayne Bennett, Senior Operations Analyst from Moose International Bruce Powell Sr. and New Jersey Moose

Association Assistant State Secretary Dan Gooch

Dave Long, Beach Haven Lodge Administrator, presenting Tommy Moose toys to three local children

who have been affected by Hurricane Sandy.

Photograph of James Tarpein and Todd Anderson submitted by Jerry MonkPhotographs taken at Beach Haven Lodge submitted by Bruce Powell


HEARD OF MOOSE? MANY IN NEW JERSEY HAVE NOW!

The Tommy Moose® program aids in helping children overcome fears and anxiety during times of stress. Donated to Law Enforcement, Fire, and other Emergency workers,

Tommy Moose plush dolls are presented to children in various traumatic situations. In addition to this service, the Tommy Moose character has grown

to personify happiness, safety, and security through personal appearances, books, and on children's goods.

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Manahawkin Township Police Department Police

Wayne Bennett, Senior Operations Analyst from Moose International Bruce Powell Sr. and New Jersey Moose

Dave Long, Beach Haven Lodge Administrator, presenting Tommy Moose toys to three local children

Photograph of James Tarpein and Todd Anderson

Photographs taken at Beach Haven Lodge


QUINCY, Florida - David Sloat, Junior Governor of Quincy Moose Lodge #2672, presented a check for $400 to the Karen Farmer, Director of The Alzheimer’s Project. Quincy Moose Lodge smoked approximately 30 pork butts and 50 turkeys for the Thanksgiving holiday to raise funds for the local Alzheimer’s Project. Because of a generous discount received on the turkeys, the Lodge was also able to donate 25 smoked turkeys to needy families in the community for Thanksgiving.

Article and photograph submitted by Dawn Mackland

TAMARAC, Florida - Lauderdale Lakes Lodge 2267 - Tommy moose has been busy letting the communities know all about the Moose and how he cares about children’s comfort and safety. He’s visited the children At Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital and he does monthly visits to the Chris Evert Children’s Hospital.

There is nothing sweeter than to hear a child stop crying when they see Tommy Moose, than see the smile on their face when Tommy hands him/her a coloring story book with some crayons. You never forget this, Tommy doesn’t.

Tommy also has not forgotten our seniors, he went to visit the seniors at Whitehall Nursing and Rehab Center and brought them cookies plus he did exercises with them, they loved it, plus it was fun for Tommy.

On September 11, he helped pay tribute to those we should Never Forget. He presented the Sheriff with several dozen Tommy Moose dolls.

In November Tommy helped the Children’s Diagnostic and Treatment Center fill over 1200 food bags, so that needy families could have Thanksgiving Dinner. He put a lot of smiles on the faces of all the helpers and they loved having their pictures taken with him.

As you can see our Tommy Moose program is much more than giving Tommy Moose Dolls to our first responders. It’s also about making a difference in our community and a child’s life. As the Tommy Moose storybook teaches the children, wishes can come true. It takes sometimes one person wanting to make it happen. There maybe someone in your lodge who has a wish or wants to make your program more. Give them support and encouragement. It could help your lodge be able to make a difference in your community.

Article and photographs submitted by Marijane Burkart


TOMMY MOOSE BUSY IN THE COMMUNITY OF BROWARD COUNTY

Pictured left to right - Tommy Moose, Sheriff Al Lamberti, Mike Beck, Rick Kahloff and Joyce Kaufman

Tommy at the Chris Evert Children’s Hospital. visiting the kids.

QUINCY LODGE RAISES MONEY FOR ALZHEIMER’S PROJECT AND HELPS FAMILIES ENJOY THANKSGIVING

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TAMPA, Florida - It began Early-November with a toy drive at Riverview Lodge 2158. It continued into lateNovember with an Angel tree in the lobby of the Lodge. November ended with scissors, paper, tape and toys galore. Several Riders and Lodge members tore through dozens of rolls of wrapping paper as the toys were wrapped. It culminated in the annual holiday kickoff event for the Riverview Moose Riders.

On December 2nd, Moose Riders from Riverview 2158 and North Hillsboro 1741 joined forces with riders from American Legion. 41 riders left American Legion Post 148 in Riverview with one goal in mind...to bring a smile to the faces of many kids, special need individuals and Veterans as we could; to help them forget the hardships and struggles that they face every day, even if just for a single day. It will bring a smile to your face and, at the same time, a tear to your eye.

At 11:30 pm, we left the Post and headed north for the short ride to Hillsborough County Veteran's Memorial Park. As riders from all over converged on the park, organizers conducted an auction and several raffles to raise funds. At 1:00 pm, we began a 20 mile “ride through the country” to Evan's Park in Seffner, Florida. Upon arrival, the approximate 250 bikes were greeted by a news crew, 300 excited children and even a Gasparilla Pirate Krewe. Thanks to several of our rider and non-rider members. They loaded up the hundreds of toys, gifts and gift cards purchased and collected at the Lodge and drove directly to the park and had most everything set-up and ready to hand out. Shortly before 3:00 pm, the organizers started out with the Pledge of Allegiance, a Blessing and the release of a 40 Ceremonial White Doves. The dove symbolizes peace, hope and unity, as everyone comes together to support our cause.

Then the fun began.... passing out the presents. Riders, pirates, elves, children and Santa all started distributing gifts. Unlike a lot of toy drives, this one stands out because you get to hand your gifts to the children of your choice. With so many young faces watching and waiting in anticipation, it is not an easy choice to make. After a short while, with the gifts distributed, we enjoyed the excitement and smiles as we watched the children open the gifts.

Sadly, it wasn't ALL smiles though. One especially difficult time this year was meeting our homeless Veterans, attending for the first time. Homeless. Veteran. Two words that do not belong together...and yet, there they are; the reality of hardship staring you in the face. It was a pleasure to meet them all. It was touching as these displaced heroes were each handed a gift card and wished a Merry Christmas. It was an honor to shake their hands and personally thank them for their service.

For 19 years and counting Bill and Sheri Brown have been organizing, running and advertising the Cookson Hills Toy Run, always held on the first Sunday in December. The toy run, calls upon motorcyclists to ride bearing holiday gifts in a show of compassion and solidarity for the “forgotten children” of eastern Hillsborough County; for the special needs people of all ages and now, seniors and homeless veterans with no family.

We would love to have anyone that desires and wishes to join us next year and throughout this year at any events as we start preparation for the 2013 year. Just contact the Moose Rider Chairman at the Riverview Moose Lodge 2158. To view a video of the bikes arriving along with hundreds of pictures of the event, visit the Riverview Moose Riders Facebook page athttps://www.facebook.com/Riverview.Moose.Riders.

“We live in the United States, the greatest country in the world, and to see these kids smiling and changing some kids live - there's nothing better.” - Bill Brown, Cookson Hills Toy Run Co-founder

Article by David Carlile, Riverview 2158 Moose Riders Treasurer Submitted for publication by William Longenbarger


19TH ANNUAL COOKSON HILLS TOY RUN 2012

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gifts. Unlike a lot of toy drives, this one stands out

Sadly, it wasn't ALL smiles though. One especially difficult time this year was meeting our homeless

Hills Toy Run, always held on the first Sunday in

bearing holiday gifts in a show of compassion

Hillsborough County; for the special needs people of


DEERFIELD BEACH, Florida - On December 1, 2012, West Boca Raton Lodge 204 and Chapter 2273 came out in force to lend a helping hand to our brothers and sisters in New York and New Jersey who had been the victims of Sandy’s wrath.

Headed by John Berile, Moose Rider Chairman and with strong support from Senior Regent Judy and Governor Crispy the West Boca members created a Boardwalk Experience inside the social quarters. With the carpentry skills of Lee Raissis, who made the booths, and the many other members who donated their organizational efforts and cooking skills, this small Lodge was able to raise $1636.00 to help on a project that was conceived even before the call for assistance was sent out by Moose International. Moose….. The Family Fraternity……. Reaching out to our brothers and sisters in their time of need.

Article and photograph submitted by Fred Scott


‘ON THE BOARDWALK’ AT WEST BOCA LODGE

WINTER HAVEN, Florida - Winter Haven Chapter 1152 made up 100 gift bags for the Auburndale Oaks Nursing Home’s Residents for Christmas on December 20, 2012. Chapter 1152 and Lodge 1023 also delivered food to 6 families for the Holiday. Pictured left to right: Jo Rosser, Faye Zelonky, Sherry Stubbs and Christine from Auburndale Oaks.

Winter Haven Chapter 1152 also took 57 toys to the Winter Haven USMC’s Recruiting Office for the Toys for Tots program on December 17, 2012. Pictured left to right: Jo Rosser, Sherry Stubbs, LCPL Chris Gonzalez, PFC Andrew Vigna, PFC Terry Malloy, PVT Nicolas Totherow, Faye Zelonky and Daltyn Dampier (future Moose). Information and photographs submitted by Sherry Stubbs

HELPING THE COMMUNITY CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS

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LOYAL ORDER OF MOOSE

VENICE, Florida - Venice Lodge 1308 held a Hat Trick Party on August 24, 2012 to honor their Shining Stars. In attendance were (left to right) Paul Hedrick, Supreme Councilman Rodney Hammond, Deputy Supreme Governor Carl Hoover, Venice Lodge Past Governor Junie Fontana, Deputy Regional Manager Ed Fischer, Moose International Director of Lodge Operations Darrell O’Brien, Venice Lodge Administrator Bill Birk and Deputy Director of Lodge Operations Tom Birk.

Photograph submitted by Marie Hoover

HAT TRICK PARTY HELD TO HONOR SHINING STARS

WOMEN OF THE MOOSE

HIALEAH, Florida - On November 16, 2012 at 7:00 pm Jean “Buzz” Stoops’ College of Regents Meeting was held at Hialeah Moose Lodge 1074. In attendance were over 150 friends, family members and dignitaries of the Loyal Order of Moose. T he Me e t i n g wa s officiated by Beverly Peterson Senior Regent. Taking part in her ceremony was a cross section Collegians from District 3 . They were as follows, Ann Cirrioni Junior Graduate Regent, Peggy Collins College of Regent Chairperson, Maryann Pagalari Junior Regent, Carol Richards Guide, Patty Stoops Assistant Guide, Paulette Kahn Recorder, Geraldine Beaudion Past Deputy Grand Regent, Maureen Perkins Secretary Treasurer, and Joyce Girard as Chaplain. Jean joined the Women of the Moose in December of 2000 and has been a Guide, Publicity and Youth Involvement Chairperson and was Senior Regent 2008/2009. Jean is currently Secretary/Treasurer of Hialeah Chapter 1231.

HALLANDALE, Florida - On November 17, 2012 at 2:00 pm LouAnn Patellaro’s College of Regents Meeting was held at Hallandale Moose Lodge 668. In attendance were over 75 friends, family members and dignitaries of the Loyal Order of Moose. The ceremony was officiated by Paulette Kahn College of Regents Chairman and Michelle Montesi Senior Regent.

Taking part in her ceremony was a cross section of Collegians from District 3 . They were as follows, Lorraine Soquet Junior Graduate Regent, Paulette Kahn College of Regent Chairperson, Nathalie LaFrance Junior Regent, Diane DeRobbio Guide, Denise Nagy Assistant Guide, Tammy Flannery Recorder, Madeline Skiba Past Deputy Grand Regent, Maureen Perkins Secretary/Treasurer, Bobby Orr as Chaplain, Tammy Flannery as Recorder and in attendance was Joyce Girard from Miramar Lodge . The ceremony was a splendid example of Women of the Moose in action. A great lady was honored and we wish her well in all she does in the future. LouAnn joined the Women of the Moose in December of 1995 and has been Recorder, Chaplain, Secretary Treasurer, Junior Regent, Jr. Graduate Regent and was Senior Reagent in 2008/2009. LouAnn is currently Star Recorder Chairman of Hallandale Chapter 652 and District 3 Communications Committee Chairperson.

Articles and photographs submitted by Dale Davies

More College of Regents Chapter Meeting photographs are available for viewing through the Photo Gallery link on the F.B.M.A. website at www.floridamoose.com.

Congratulations to all the new Collegians !

NEW COLLEGIANS HONORED DURING THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER

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Stars. In attendance were (left to right) Paul Hedrick, Supreme Councilman Rodney Hammond, Deputy Supreme Governor Carl Hoover, Venice Lodge Past Governor Junie Fontana, Deputy Regional Manager Ed Fischer, Moose International Director of Lodge

Bill Birk and Deputy Director of Lodge Operations

More College of Regents Chapter Meeting photographs are available for

NEW F.B.M.A. MEMBERSHIP CAMPAIGN

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NEW F.B.M.A. MEMBERSHIP CAMPAIGN

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F.B.M.A. 2013 SPORTS SCHEDULE

POOL

Mixed Jack and Jill Pool TournamentFebruary 9-10, 2013 at Crystal River Lodge 2013

Men’s Regional Pool Tournaments Region 1 - March 9-10, 2013 at Macclenny Lodge 2026 Region 2 - April 20-21, 2013 at Stuart Lodge 1282 Region 3 - April 27-28, 2013 at Sebring Lodge 2259 Region 5 - April 13-14, 2013 at Palmetto Lodge 2117

Men’s State Pool TournamentAugust 31 - September 1-2, 2013 at Merritt Island Lodge 2073

Women’s State Pool TournamentJuly 19-21, 2013 at Orlando Lodge 766

DARTS

State Dart TournamentAugust 2-4, 2013 at Winter Haven Lodge 1023

Steel Tip Dart Tournament May 3-5, 2013 at Ocala Lodge 1014

HORSESHOES

State Horseshoe TournamentOctober 19-20, 2013 at Suwannee River Lodge 325

GOLF

State Golf Tournament June 8-9, 2013 at Zephyrhills Lodge 2276

CORNHOLE

Tentative Date June 22-23, 2013 at Macclenny Lodge 2013

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FLORIDA SHERIFFS YOUTH RANCHES

I wanted to share a story that recently ran in the Winter edition of the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches quarterly magazine “The Rancher”. It’s a story about a girl named Victoria, and I’m sure you’ll agree it’s a special one: When her father remarried, Victoria was sent off to live with other relatives. When that didn’t work out, she was brought to the Youth Ranch for an interview where her father essentially implied, “You better make them like you because your only other option is the street” She recalls that day with a great deal of pain. “Basically, he dumped me there. I was only 12 years old. I didn’t know anyone. I was so scared and felt abandoned and alone. I really believed I was ‘nobody’s kid.’” Moving into a home with nine other girls, Victoria immediately began to thrive. She bonded with her house parents, Mom and Pop Orkney, and got involved with school and church activities. Finally, she had found a home where she was accepted, loved and most of all WANTED! For three and half years, Victoria lived at the Youth Ranch. She became a typical teenager and her vivacious, positive personality infected everyone she met. She set high goals for herself and achieved excellence in all areas of her life. A local family took her under their wing and eventually she moved in with them as she finished her high school education. Victoria is now attending Flagler College in St. Augustine on a Youth Ranch Scholarship. She is a senior with a 3.5 GPA, majoring in Communications and Journalism with a special interest in photography. She studied a semester abroad in Italy and is considering pursing a Master’s Degree in Visual Arts.

This past summer, Victoria spoke to the Sheriffs of Florida and Saint Johns County Sheriff David Shoar was so impressed he invited her to apply for a part time job at the Sheriff’s Office. Today, along with a full load of classes, she is gaining solid, real life work experience in t h e S h e r i f f ’ s O f f i c e Communication division. Victoria brags about her job and is especially thankful for her mentor/supervisor, Deputy Catherine Payne.

“When I was 12, I felt abandoned and thought I was no one’s kid. I grew up fighting hard for a better life and given a chance, I believe good things can and will happen in my life. I promise I will never stop fighting for a brighter future! I have been given the opportunity to pursue my dreams because of the Sheriffs Ranch, our donors, the Sheriff’s Office and all those who helped raise me. Today, I am creating my own family with folks who love me and believe in me. I clearly see that the people who invest in you and stay in your life are your true family,” Victoria shared triumphantly. We are so proud of Victoria! She is collectively “OUR” daughter, a shining star who has only just begun her journey in life. Because of your generous support of the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches through your gifts and prayers, children like Victoria will become productive, healthy adults who are able to face the future with a sense of direction, ability and hope. Without the financial help of donors that care about the future of Florida’s neglected children success stories like this simply wouldn’t happen. The mission of the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches is to prevent juvenile delinquency and to develop self-confident, law abiding and productive citizens, like Victoria, who will make a positive contribution to our communities for years to come. If you would like more information on how to help support the kids in our care, please contact Frank Kenny, Donor Relations Officer at 1-800-765-3797 or visit us at www.youthranches.org. Article by Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches Donor Relations Officer Frank Kenny

Submitted by Jim Karantinos [email protected]

Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches

ONCE “NO ONE’S KID”, NOW EVERYONE’S DAUGHTER!

Deputy Payne and Victoria

(left to right) Saint Johns County Undersheriff Joel Bolante, Megan Becker, Sheriff David Shoar, Victoria Hardina, Alli Siggeman and Deputy Director Becky Hesson.

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brighter future! I have been given the opportunity to pursue my dreams because of the Sheriffs Ranch, our

who invest in you and stay in your life are your true

citizens, like Victoria, who will make a positive

If you would like more information on how to help

Article by Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches


UPCOMING EVENTS FOR FSYR

Moose Legion Memorial Golf TournamentJanuary 26 – Turnbull Bay in New Smyrna Beach located at 2600 Turnbull Estates Dr.

New Smyrna Beach, FL. 32168. For more information contact Bobby Baker at 386-561-0937.

Youth Ranch Safety Harbor Open HouseMarch 2 – Open House from 11 am - 2 pm. Barbecue lunch and tours of the campus

will be provided. For reservations please call (727) 725-4761. The address for the Youth Ranch at Safety Harbor is 3180 Enterprise Road E

Safety Harbor, FL 34695-5205.

19th Annual Indian River County Sheriff’s Office BarbecueMarch 6 – Tickets are available at the Sheriff’s Office, at the door or call (772) 978-6404.

The address of the Indian River County Sheriff’s Office and Barbecue is 4055 41st Avenue Vero Beach, FL 32960.

Find an event near you on our website: www.youthranches.org/month/

If you would like more information on how to help support the work of the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches, please contact Frank Kenny, Donor Relations Officer at 1-800-765-3797

or visit us at www.youthranches.org.

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2013 F. B. M. A. CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Jan 11-13th Gulfstream 189 Celebration Perrine Lodge 380

Jan 12th 9:00 AM MLEC KH/DS Orlando Lodge 766

Jan 12-13th Northwest 182 Celebration Tallahassee Lodge 1075

Jan 19th 5:00 PM Start Soiree for DSG Carl Hoover Zephyrhills lodge 2276

Jan 19th FBMA Moose Riders Spring General Meeting Riverview Lodge 2158

Jan 19th 9:00 AM MLEC SC/KH Venice Lodge 1308

Jan 19th 9:00 AM MLEC LL Tallahassee Lodge 1075

Jan 19-20th 8:30 AM 2-day HOTT Class Leisure City Lodge 2258

Jan 25-27th FBMA Full Board Meeting Moosehaven Campus

Feb 2nd Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Aquatica Water Park, Orlando

Feb 2nd 9:00 AM MLEC LL Spring Hill Lodge 521

Feb 2nd 9:00 AM MLEC KH/SC Lauderdale Lakes Lodge 2267

Feb 2nd 3:00 PM Start DSG Larry Cundiff Party Palatka Lodge 184

Feb 2-3rd St Johns River 227 Celebration Astor Lodge 2552

Feb 9th 9:00 AM MLEC DS/SC Stuart Lodge 1282

Feb 9th 9:00 AM MLEC LL Palatka Lodge 184

Feb 16th TBA DGR Cherry Runyon Party Leesburg Lodge 1271

Feb 16-17th 8:30 AM 2-day HOTT Class Punta Gorda Lodge 1693

Feb 23rd FBMA M/L Conferral Competition Orlando Lodge 766

Mar 2-3rd Thunderbolt 201 Celebration Sarasota Lodge 1319

Mar 1-3rd Seminole 81 Celebration Palatka Lodge 184

Mar 2-3rd South Florida 46 Celebration Davie Lodge 1798

Mar 6th Supreme Governor visit Venice Lodge 1308

Mar 7th Supreme Governor visit Sanford Lodge 1851

Mar 8th Supreme Governor visit Cresent City Lodge 1641

Mar 9th Supreme Governor visit Jacksonville Beach Lodge 1558

Mar 9-10th Cypress 202 Celebration Lake Panasoffkee Lodge 1179

Mar 10th Supreme Governor visit Moosehaven K/Smith Dedication

Mar 11th Supreme Governor Golf Outing Moosehaven Area

Mar 16-17th Sailfish 197 Celebration Jupiter-Tequesta Lodge 2237

Mar TBA Indian River 178 Celebration County Line Lodge 2427

Mar 16-17th Noon Manatee 58 Celebration Venice Lodge 1308

Mar 23-24th 8:30 AM 2-day HOTT Class Crescent City Lodge 1641

Mar 23-24th Orange Blossom 125 Celebration Tarpon Springs Lodge 1429

Mar 23-24th Saturday Enrollment Florida Days Moosehaven Campus

Apr 4-7th FBMA Mid-year Conference Rosen Plaza Orlando

Apr 12-14th Gulfstream 189 Celebration Kendall Lakes Lodge 2086

Apr 12-14th FBMA Moose Riders Spring Get-a-Way Best Western Cocoa Beach

Apr 13-14th Northwest 182 Celebration Quincy Lodge 2672

Apr 27-28th 8:30 AM 2-day HOTT Class Vero Beach Lodge 1822

Apr 27-28th St Johns River 227 Celebration Sanford Lodge 1851

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F.B.M.A. 2012 - 2013 COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN

F.B.M.A. 2012 - 2013 MOOSE INTERNATIONAL APPOINTMENTSSUPREME COUNCILMANRodney Hammond

MOOSEHAVEN EXECUTIVEDIRECTORJohn Capes

MOOSEHAVEN DIRECTORJohn Reiter

PAST SUPREME GOVERNOR Robert M. BullockRobert StillwellF. Ross FleetLiguori Saladin

DEPUTY SUPREME GOVERNORLarry CundiffCarl Hoover

MOOSEHAVEN BOARD OFDIRECTORJohn Reiter

DEPUTY REGIONAL MANAGERSEdward FisherC. R. (Bob) OstertagJohn Reiter

INTERNATIONAL MOOSE LEGION AMBASSADORS Robert GreenPaul HedrickMonty MontpetitGuy Trone

DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF LODGE OPERATIONSTom Burke49 Choctaw TrailOrmond Beach, FL [email protected]

SENIOR OPERATIONS ANALYSTBolton Bunting

PAST INTERNATIONAL MOOSE LEGION PRESIDENTSScott A. CushingLevis Hughes

STAR RECORDERBOARD MEMBERBrenda Brady

DEPUTY GRAND REGENTCherry Runyon

CHAPTER ANALYST ADMINISTRATORGloria PetreaHome 352-799-5722Cell 813-294-0836

CHAPTER ANALYSTSBrenda BradyHome 772-288-2859Work 772-287-9800 x26Cell 772-201-1060

Germaine Davis407-855-4699

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Vera SmallridgeCell [email protected]

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EDITOR’S NOTEDEADLINE FOR MAR/APR 2013 ISSUE

IS FEBRUARY 1, 2013Submit articles & photos to:

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