Visit us at the Iowa Deer Classic February 24-26 2012!
February 25, 2012 by CollegiateCamo · Leave a Comment
Come visit us in Des Moines, IA for the Iowa Deer Classic at our booth!
The highlight of our booth will be Miss June from our “Women of the Outdoors” calendar. She will be autographing copies of the calendar. Don’t miss out on this!
CollegiateCamo will have discounts on our items, especially our signature outdoor college themed decals. Iowa State Cyclones and Iowa Hawkeyes will hold the spotlight at this show, however we’ll be selling all school logos at a discounted price.
This show offers many opportunities for entertainment and education for the entire family. There will be many exhibitors, seminars, contests and celebrities for your enjoyment.
Show Hours
Friday 3 PM to 9 PM
Saturday 9 AM to 7 PM
Sunday 9 AM to 4 PM
General Admission
Admission $12
Youth (10 to 15) $5
Kids under 10 free
Big Buck Contest Ticket $20
Family Pack $30 (includes Two Adult tickets, Two Youth tickets, Two Soft Drinks)
Friday Night is Ladies Night! All ladies are admitted FREE!
Event Registration
Big Buck Contest: Fri 3pm thru Sun 11am
Shed Antler Contest: Fri 3pm thru Sun 11am
Classic 300 Archery Tournament: Fri 3pm thru Sun 11:30am
3D Pop Up walk up entries. Shoot Out on Sunday afternoon.
For more information go to http://iowashows.com/Shows/index.cfm?Link_ID=22
Tips for the Fellow Waterfowler
February 20, 2012 by GrantMoore · Leave a Comment
Ideas for the Worn Out Waterfowler
As the long 2011-12 season comes to an end, the majority of us waterfowlers that spent a large amount of time in the field or water are usually tired, beat down, and the last thing you want to do is pick up a call or pull up a pair of waders. But as we all know, we will get the fever soon and will be looking forward and preparing for next season. Proper maintenance and storage of all of your equipment will result in less of a headache when it comes time to pull it back out. Here are a few tips that will help us out for the next season.
Pull all of your equipment out, being as it is probably nice and damp or smells terrible from a long season. Wash your bibs or jackets, hang them up and store them away in whatever closet doesn’t get you griped out over. Clean up your waders and check for holes by filling them up with water and patching if need be; then hang them upside down and let them completely dry out for a few days in a safe place before storage.
Go through your decoys, whether you Texas Rig them or have them in a bag. Clean them up and untangle everything and string them up or hang them along with your waders in a high place like your garage, shop or barn; that way you can keep the rodents off of them. I also like to go through my blind bag and get rid of all the trash and loose shells and reorganize everything.
The most important thing to me is taking care of your calls. This is crucial to the longevity and the quality of sound you’ll get out of them next season or for an upcoming contest. Take them off the lanyard, open them up and pull the reed and cork out if you’re comfortable with that. I usually use Q-tips to clean everything out and make sure it’s all good and dry. Check the quality of the reed in the call and make sure there are no tears or warps. Additionally, if you’re able and the call has cork, replace the cork inside of the call as well. Make sure everything is good and dry and once you’re sure of that, put your call back together and put them away.
Also, as waterfowlers, we never are very good with keeping our guns clean. As long as they shoot we are content. At the end of every season I like to give it a good cleaning, oil it up and properly store it until the next season.
These are just a few things I like to do at the end of a long hunting season. Now pull the clubs out and hit the golf course, or pull out the fishing gear, grease up the reels, replace line, organize the tackle box and hit the lake!
A Season to Dance
February 17, 2012 by MattTruesdale · 2 Comments
Can you feel it? The days are starting to get longer, the weather is beginning to get slightly warmer, and the snow is starting to melt away. It’s time that a new season gets into full swing, and no, it is not outdoors related. It’s time to dance! Yes. That’s right, dance. Every spring an ambience of enthusiasm engulfs Happy Valley and the students of Penn State for a full 48 hours at the Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon. (Commonly referred to as THON). Yes, this two day season is short compared to others that we are used to, but the work put forth by everyone involved is a dedication to life and love that cannot be challenged.
So what exactly is THON? THON is the largest student run philanthropy in the entire United States. THON is a student organization comprised or numerous chairmen, committees, volunteers, and student dancers, that strive to raise both awareness and funding for the Four Diamonds Fund. THON is a grueling 2 day endeavor where students stay awake and on their feet for a single unified purpose. And trust me, it is very tough. I’ve participated in THON during my time at PSU.
The Four Diamonds Fund is an organization that is dedicated to help in the fight against childhood cancer. Revenue generated by THON that is donated to the Four Diamonds Fund is used to “assist children treated at Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital and their families through superior care, comprehensive support, and innovative research.” Most recently, in 2011 the Penn State students involved with THON were able to raise a total of 9.5 million dollars. After budget costs needed to run THON, nearly 97% of that money generated goes directly to the Four Diamonds Fun. Amazing, right?
THON has raised more than $78 million collectively since the dances humble beginning in 1973. In 1973 the very first dance marathon at Penn State lasted only 30 hours and featured a little over 40 dancers, raising $2,000. Currently, THON includes over 700 dancers, 3,300 Committee Members, and 15,000 student volunteers. The majority of these numbers are involved during the THON weekend dance marathon, but many other volunteers are utilized months prior to THON as they go “canning”, or seek donations throughout Pennsylvania and many other states along the east coast.
As you read this blog entry the masses of volunteers, dancers, families, and supporters are flocking to the Bryce Jordan Center on the Campus of Penn State for THON weekend, February 17 – 19. For the next two days students will be on their feet dancing in the hope that the money raised will be able to find a cure for childhood cancer. If you would like more information on thon please visit www.thon.org. You can also donate to THON by clicking the yellow “DONATE NOW” tab at the top right hand corner of www.thon.org. Also, starting Friday evening, a live video stream of THON (via www.thon.org) will be made available to view for the entire duration of THON so you can enjoy the celebration even miles away from State College!
More information regarding the Four Diamonds Fund can be found at http://pennstatehershey.org/web/fourdiamonds/home
“Together, we’ll make a difference in the life of a child!”
THON Participants and brothers of Tau Phi Delta Eric Bailey and Corbin Rinehart
Volunteers "canning" for THON. Picture thanks to (http://www.hhdev.psu.edu/hpa/news/2006/thon_06.html)
It’s Your Right to Choose!
February 15, 2012 by Jenny Romanin · Leave a Comment
February 14th in the year 2012 wasn’t just for Valentine’s Day… As many of you have heard, an anti-gun group prepared to boycott Starbucks for abiding by state and federal laws by allowing those who choose to legally carry firearms to do so. As a result, those who elect to live a pro-gun lifestyle will be showing their support by making purchases with $2 bills to offset any financial losses due to this cause.
While Starbucks may not be pro-gun, they give their clients the respect to allow them to make their own decisions regarding the 2nd Amendment.
While many have their reasons for choosing what they believe, it is up to that individual to decide. If you are a firm supporter of the 2nd Amendment and the Constitution I encourage you to grab a cup of Joe, a calming tea or a hot chocolate to warm up in support of Starbucks.
We’ll be following this story to see what happened.
Want to find out more information? Go to http://gunssavelives.net/blog/gun-owners-show-your-support-to-starbucks-on-feb-14-2012/.
Pro Staff Member Giving Back
February 15, 2012 by CollegiateCamo · Leave a Comment
Pro Staff Member Matt Aarstad helping a young man learn the how to’s of archery! Aarstad is a member of the East River Strutters Chapter of the NWTF located in Bon Homme Co, SD and the Chapter began hosting a youth archery program for the youth in the area, thus far the program has been a hit with both young and old!
Special Valentine’s Day Wishes from Our CollegiateCamo Family
February 14, 2012 by Jenny Romanin · Leave a Comment
In honor of Valentine’s Day… We would like to let those we love know it. Happy Valentine’s Day everybody!
It takes a special woman to put up with me. I’ve definitely learned that the past three years. My girlfriend, Brittany, supports me in everything I do. I couldn’t love her more. Even though I have traveled more this year than ever, she never seems to care too much because she knows I love hunting more than anything in the world. I really hope she knows I will always be her Valentine.
I love you, Brittany. Happy Valentine’s Day.
~Brad
This will be the 15th Valentine’s Day that I have had the opportunity to celebrate with my wife, Amy Rogers. Over those 15 years I’ve been late getting back home from hunting and fishing trips more times than I could count, I’ve spent more money on my love for the outdoors than I’ll admit to, I’ve left her kitchen covered in blood, feathers, scales, and bones, I’ve put my hunting dog on a higher pedestal than an animal should ever be and so on and so on and she has never once complained. She supports me in everything I do. Thank you Amy, for being the beautiful, supportive wife and mother to my kids that you are. I love you Amy, Happy Valentine’s Day!!!!
~Jeremy
Happy Valentine’s Day to my wife, Mary Beth. The last few years have been the best years of my life. I am so thankful to be blessed with such an amazing girl who shares the same values as I do. I love you with all my heart baby!!
All my love,
~Jimmy Tyler
I would like to wish a Happy Valentine’s Day to all of my friends and family. These are people that have shown me love and support through the years and I am very grateful for each and every one. My relationship with each one of you is as unique and special as the next. I hope you all have a wonderful day! I love you all dearly!
~Jenny Romanin
Light a Fire This Valentine’s Day
February 1, 2012 by Jenny Romanin · Leave a Comment
It’s that time of year once again…. It’s just around the corner… The holiday often dreaded because you don’t know what to get your lover. Valentine’s Day is only a couple weeks away. Time is running out to get them a special something to “light a fire” and show that you care!
Ladies… Are you pondering what to get your huntin’ hunny this year? Guys, still lost on what you get your huntress hottie? No need to fret!
How about our sexy lingerie that will work as a gift for both!
We have lingerie in several styles, patterns and colors that can bring spark to your evening of romance. CollegiateCamo will be offering a special on lingerie through Feb 15th. In order to get your 20% off be sure to use discount code “heart20” at the check out when you purchase our “hot” Wilderness Dreams Lingerie for your Valentine.
