Roger that!

You guys think of everything.

Sounds like a good plan and I have no problem with that. Hopefully we won't need plan B.

i just purchased my raffle tickets, and i hope to be there to watch the drawing. currently on my job as yacht captain in the bahamas and live in south florida, so it is a long flight in a pa22 to idaho. look forward to meeting fellow fliers and explorers.

mountainmatt wrote:I strongly encourage everyone to help out Johnson Creek and add to the donation box. I apologize in advance if this causes any hard feelings.

Maybe have a separate, "additional" raffle for one item. Half of the proceeds from this "subsequently added" or "but wait, there's more!!!" raffle will be used for the original charity and half will be used as a donation to the facility where the event is held. That way, your integrity is maintained, people have the opportunity to participate in a second raffle, and the facility gets some well-deserved good will and assistance. Having not one but two (or five at some later date) raffles will add some spice to the event anyway.

You can use the item I donated for that purpose if you feel it appropriate, since it was probably the latest-date added.

If people want to donate to Johnson Creek, just stuff some cash in the kitty while you're there. No reason to make it complicated.

Who does that money go to anyway? The Idaho Aeronautics Division?

Wow! i am so impressed with the donations! myself and my bike shop hereby donates a "SPOT" messenger...i'll even get my sorry butt and beat-up old cessna there by fri/sat at the latest...if a spot isn't needed by the winner i'll do an instore credit for DOUBLE the cost of the spot, and they can get any other gear or accessory item they may want...looking forward to hearing Matt talk about his experiences...snow is our main buis. and sometimes as he knows, can be damn dangerous...Jomac thanks to u guys for letting the cash go to a couple of great causes...

EZflap, I agree with what Z said. I'm keeping busy enough with one raffle, I don't think I have enough time for any more. I'm sure if Johnson Creek needs the funding, the IAF can help out, but I'll leave it up to them. In the mean time, don't hesitate to add some coin the in donation box by the showers.

Jomac, that's awesome. I love seeing the participation for this raffle! I'll send you a PM and get the details ironed out. THANKS!

Don't hesitate to keep the tickets coming folks.

Ok, Jomac and Action Motor Sports in Idaho Falls has donated a SPOT! (or a gift certificate at the store for double value) I believe a SPOT is a must have for every backcountry pilot and this is a wonderful Donation! THANK YOU!

1 MORE WEEK for online ticket sales.

Just a reminder that Next Saturday at 11:59pm is the deadline for online ticket sales. Please don't wait till the last minute to pick up a few tickets for some great prizes and a great cause.

WhooHoo!

Sky Mountain Gear and Shortfield.com has added to the wonderful list of donations by donating a deluxe survival kit, Shirts, and other little goodies!




Thanks ChrisG on behalf of skymountaingear.com and shortfield.com!

Another one confirmed.

Oregon Aero has donated a $100.00 gift certificate towards any of their products. I know in most of our planes a Soft Seat cushion would make the trip to JC a lot more comfortable. Many thanks to the guys at Oregon Aero for supporting the Backcountry Pilot community.

The top three online raffle prizes eligible for online ticket sales are the following (based on value):
1) Points North Heli-ski trip vacation
2) BAS aero shoulder harness package
3) Lightspeed aviation Zulu headset

I don't think I've received any online ticket purchases for the last 5 days, so if you have sent in for some, please PM or email me. We have a heck of a prize list now and I'm sure many of you are going to purchase tickets at the fly-in, which is great. If you want to get in on this and you're not attending the fly-in, you only have 5 Days Left.

As far as ticket sales at the fly-in, I will set up a "ticket booth" each day from 3-5pm at the picnic area (showers) on Thurs, Fri, and Saturday. If you snooze you loose, so please plan accordingly.

1 more reminder:
If you purchased online tickets and you WILL be attending the fly-in, PLEASE print out the email/PM with your ticket numbers and bring it to the fly-in. Without your ticket numbers, you will have a poor chance winning any prizes. Thanks

3 More Days...

I think some last minute donations are getting finalized too.

Hey Matt,
Save some tickets to sell at the fly-in!

Terry wrote:Hey Matt,
Save some tickets to sell at the fly-in!

Ya & do you have a carnie hat so you can look the part

Silly question here but what night is the raffle? I think Saturday?

I only ask I as I see folks flying in on Tuesday, Wednesday etc. I am not late by coming in on Friday morning correct?

See ya soon!

AKT

Terry wrote:Hey Matt,
Save some tickets to sell at the fly-in!

The roll of 2000 hasn't changed much since I opened it, so I have faith that we'll have enough tickets.

Glidergeek wrote:
Ya & do you have a carnie hat so you can look the part

Great idea, I'll go ask a few of the local carnies if I can borrow some swag.

aktahoe1 wrote:Silly question here but what night is the raffle? I think Saturday?

I only ask I as I see folks flying in on Tuesday, Wednesday etc. I am not late by coming in on Friday morning correct?

See ya soon!

AKT

Yep, unless we run out (HA) I'll be pushing tickets like a used car salesman up until 5pm on Saturday. The raffle will be held on Saturday after the potluck. 5pm will be Matt's presentation, then the potluck, then the raffle.

Our friends at Aircraft Spruce added to the donation list by giving the raffle two $25.00 gift certificates and two LED flashlights. These will sure come in handy!

LAST DAY TO BUY ONLINE TICKETS!!!!

Well, in case you didn't know, you have until midnight tonight to get your online ticket orders in. I'll be on raffle red alert all day today, so don't be shy about picking up a few tickets. For everyone that places an order today, I'll even let out a very special cheer.


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