October 2017
Our tenth year of Animal Resource Fund has been a flurry of activity – both with our fund raisers, and providing FREE medical clinics for our community animals.
In April we held our first FREE spay/neuter clinic which was filled with appointments immediately, and left many still waiting to get their pets in for this needed surgery. So….we scheduled a second spay/neuter clinic for May 8th to take in those who couldn’t get an appointment in April. This clinic was also filled immediately.
We had to take a break and get on with the business of raising more money with our Annual Rummage/Antique Sale. This is an annual event that many area residents wait for – we strive to make each sale better than the last. This year we again did very well; our thanks to all who donated items and also to those who patronized the sale.
We then held a basket Raffle selling chances to win 4 large gift baskets, at Schaefer’s Food Mart. Contents of those baskets was merchandise donated by area businesses.
We had many more donations of merchandise by this time, so we held a second large sale in our garage on Sat of Labor Day week-end. Member Judy Zimmermann held a second sale in Milwaukee. On the next day – Sunday, our group of volunteers worked at the Brush Run Races for another donation.
All of these things were accomplished while still carrying on with our everyday activities – answering calls for medical care for pets needing immediate medical attention, weekly Flea Market Sales, restocking the shelves at NewCap food pantry with dog and cat food.
We promised in our 2016 year-end news letter, we would strive to furnish even more services for animals in 2017, and we believe we’ve accomplished that.
***However, as our 2017 Christmas gift to Forest County residents, we are sponsoring a third FREE spay/neuter clinic slated for Monday, December 11. This will be held, as usual, at Saint Joseph’s Catholic hall in Crandon. The services will be provided by The Fix Is In, with ARF paying for all, including the hall rental. We already have a larger plan in the making for 2018, but we’re focusing on this one final service to our community to end the year of 2017. You will need to call for an appointment at 715-550-7729, leaving a message with the required information concerning your pet. Please do this soon, as the appointments fill up quickly.
Our group is small, but we strive to make a difference in our community through hard work and perseverance. I am personally proud of each one of our members and faithful volunteers for our solidarity in what we deem most important in animal welfare.
Our promise to you as always, to make the new year even better for animals than the one drawing to a close. Our wish to all- a Blessed Christmas, and a great New Year.
Cora Campbell, President
In April we held our first FREE spay/neuter clinic which was filled with appointments immediately, and left many still waiting to get their pets in for this needed surgery. So….we scheduled a second spay/neuter clinic for May 8th to take in those who couldn’t get an appointment in April. This clinic was also filled immediately.
We had to take a break and get on with the business of raising more money with our Annual Rummage/Antique Sale. This is an annual event that many area residents wait for – we strive to make each sale better than the last. This year we again did very well; our thanks to all who donated items and also to those who patronized the sale.
We then held a basket Raffle selling chances to win 4 large gift baskets, at Schaefer’s Food Mart. Contents of those baskets was merchandise donated by area businesses.
We had many more donations of merchandise by this time, so we held a second large sale in our garage on Sat of Labor Day week-end. Member Judy Zimmermann held a second sale in Milwaukee. On the next day – Sunday, our group of volunteers worked at the Brush Run Races for another donation.
All of these things were accomplished while still carrying on with our everyday activities – answering calls for medical care for pets needing immediate medical attention, weekly Flea Market Sales, restocking the shelves at NewCap food pantry with dog and cat food.
We promised in our 2016 year-end news letter, we would strive to furnish even more services for animals in 2017, and we believe we’ve accomplished that.
***However, as our 2017 Christmas gift to Forest County residents, we are sponsoring a third FREE spay/neuter clinic slated for Monday, December 11. This will be held, as usual, at Saint Joseph’s Catholic hall in Crandon. The services will be provided by The Fix Is In, with ARF paying for all, including the hall rental. We already have a larger plan in the making for 2018, but we’re focusing on this one final service to our community to end the year of 2017. You will need to call for an appointment at 715-550-7729, leaving a message with the required information concerning your pet. Please do this soon, as the appointments fill up quickly.
Our group is small, but we strive to make a difference in our community through hard work and perseverance. I am personally proud of each one of our members and faithful volunteers for our solidarity in what we deem most important in animal welfare.
Our promise to you as always, to make the new year even better for animals than the one drawing to a close. Our wish to all- a Blessed Christmas, and a great New Year.
Cora Campbell, President
ARF News Update - May 28th, 2016
Haven’t written for awhile, but we assure you, A.R.F. is alive and well even after a winter of assisting with food, shelter, vet bills and rescuing animals into our foster care. We are not in the news, but everyone in our area knows that we are always there when they need help.
It is time for our fund raising season to begin, and we’ll start it off with our first Flea Market on Wednesday, May 4 at the Nashville Town Hall. This year the hours have been set for 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. A.R.F. will be set up there every Wed, and the 3rd Sat of each month – same times.
We are already planning for our big annual sale which is set for Sat, June 11, and Sun, June 12.
During the summer months we work especially hard to replenish our working revenue, because it seems during the winter months is when so many need assistance.
Our Christmas Bazaar back in December along with all the other fund raisers we held gave us a real boost that helped us through the winter with medical bills. It is distressing to say the least when you have a sick or injured pet and are also facing a financial crunch. So far, we have never had to turn anyone away who has a pet in need of veterinary care.
We are hoping to be able to schedule some clinics in the next few months. When we’ve held our clinics in the past, we’ve only asked for a minimal donation of $5.00. There is a reason for this – our main
objective is to reach families who find it financially difficult to provide their pets with the protection of basic life saving vaccinations. Our clinics are never about making money – it’s all about saving the lives of four-legged family members.
Right now, we have begun the preliminary work toward our big annual spring sale. Donations of merchandise have started coming in. We strive to have a sale that is well worth your time to patronize – antiques, collectibles, fine glass, furniture, home décor, holiday decorations, men’s stuff, and more.
For the last two years, that week-end date has coincided with Forest County’s county wide rummage.
Our animal welfare work continues as always – keeping the food pantry filled with dog/cat food, helping with spay/neuters, shot clinics, and helping with vet bills for those pets in need. This year we have also taken more pets into foster care, had them fully vetted, and placed them in great new homes.
Phone contact for A.R.F. is 715-478-2398; mailing address 10810 County Road B, Crandon, WI 54520
It is time for our fund raising season to begin, and we’ll start it off with our first Flea Market on Wednesday, May 4 at the Nashville Town Hall. This year the hours have been set for 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. A.R.F. will be set up there every Wed, and the 3rd Sat of each month – same times.
We are already planning for our big annual sale which is set for Sat, June 11, and Sun, June 12.
During the summer months we work especially hard to replenish our working revenue, because it seems during the winter months is when so many need assistance.
Our Christmas Bazaar back in December along with all the other fund raisers we held gave us a real boost that helped us through the winter with medical bills. It is distressing to say the least when you have a sick or injured pet and are also facing a financial crunch. So far, we have never had to turn anyone away who has a pet in need of veterinary care.
We are hoping to be able to schedule some clinics in the next few months. When we’ve held our clinics in the past, we’ve only asked for a minimal donation of $5.00. There is a reason for this – our main
objective is to reach families who find it financially difficult to provide their pets with the protection of basic life saving vaccinations. Our clinics are never about making money – it’s all about saving the lives of four-legged family members.
Right now, we have begun the preliminary work toward our big annual spring sale. Donations of merchandise have started coming in. We strive to have a sale that is well worth your time to patronize – antiques, collectibles, fine glass, furniture, home décor, holiday decorations, men’s stuff, and more.
For the last two years, that week-end date has coincided with Forest County’s county wide rummage.
Our animal welfare work continues as always – keeping the food pantry filled with dog/cat food, helping with spay/neuters, shot clinics, and helping with vet bills for those pets in need. This year we have also taken more pets into foster care, had them fully vetted, and placed them in great new homes.
Phone contact for A.R.F. is 715-478-2398; mailing address 10810 County Road B, Crandon, WI 54520
ARF Shot Clinic 2012 - With Dr. Scott McKay
The shot clinic held at the Nashville Town Hall on May 19th, 2012 was once again a success. With the help of many ARF volunteers, and Dr. Scott McKay and his wife Brenda, we vaccinated 134 animals against Distemper +, Feline Leukemia and Rabies.
Shot/Spay-Neuter Clinic
On Friday, July 17, 2009, we did a shots only clinic from noon to 5 p.m. At 5 p.m Dr. Tracey did several surgeries so we would all have our stations and be ready for a long day on Saturday and know exactly what we would be expected to do. At 7 a.m. Saturday morning, both Dr. Tracey Hageny and Dr. Betsy Kennedy Guerts began the long two days of surgeries. Sixty-nine spay/neuters were performed in those two days, as well as 150+ vaccines given. We also had a team of five trained people from out-of-town to assist with the surgeries. Thanks hardly seemed enough for these great people, but that was all they expected. We did try to feed everyone well. Thanks to the Sokaogon Chippewa for providing the food and lodging. Our guest volunteers were extremely happy with the accommodations at the new motel at Mole Lake. ARF people were on hand to do running, the T.L.C. post-surgical care, and washing and autoclaving. We apologize for the waiting that was involved, but our two vets worked steadily and diligently to get those animals taken care of, plus we were able to work in a few on our "waiting" list. Actually, on Sunday afternoon, Dr. Tracey had to lie on the floor between surgeries to give her back a rest. All of this could not have been accomplished without the hard work and dedication of every single person involved, and also the use of the Nashville town hall. The hall worked perfectly, and gave us plenty of space. Approximately four million animals are euthanized in shelters every year. These 69 animals (plus 37 we had already sponsored) that have been taken out of the producing category have really made a difference in the number of animals that will never have to go to a shelter. Hopefully, this will take the pressure off of our local shelter. Our plea to the public - when you are considering a new pet, please consider not only the time you can devote to that pet, but also if you can financially support the medical needs (shots, spay/neutering, health checks by your vet) as well as the food, grooming, etc. All of the above are not extras, they are necessities. |