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It is up to the host to decide what they would like to accomplish at camp. Some camps have been designed around the group. If you are to host a group style camp, it would be a good idea to come up with some good fishing tournament prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. If you plan to have trophies, it would also be a good idea to start getting those things in order. Other members are always more than willing to help in producing these. Keep in mind that the friendly fishing events usually help offset other costs and keep MICDC running. It is a fun event but it does generate operating capital for future events. If a group style event is planned, I recommend having an additional “raffle” prize. This prize can be anything however the better the prize the more interest you will generate. You can start selling raffle tickets at liars club with the drawing to take place after the luncheon. This gives everyone with a ticket the chance to win the prize. This is another excellent way to generate money for the group or for charity. Please understand that not everyone has the same financial situations. In order to be fair, the best course of action would be to allow for the purchase of ONE ticket per person. This gives everyone an EQUAL opportunity to win the prize!
The host might also consider having a “charity” event. These events are usually designed around a local charity or a “specific” charity that we are trying to raise money for. If you would like to host one of these events, ensure that you get the plan to everyone as soon as possible. This will provide the members with enough time to collect the necessary things to ensure you get the most participation. Understand that doing the same things over and over again can become a burden or tax members. If a charity event was previously done, a grace period might be in order. I do not recommend doing charity events in back to back years. We can however generate funds in excess of our general fund that is used for charitable contributions.