Post by andrew lewand on Jun 17, 2014 21:38:44 GMT -5
This tradition started in 2008. Each year, We will honor one club member for their contributions to the club.
2022 Steve Luce
Steve is definitely into the sport for the right reasons! A frequent hunter who finds success every night! The best part is that he does it with his favorite hunting partner… his father, Robert. Steve never misses a BATMCC a event and volunteers to help out at each event.
2018 Matt Dixon
Bio coming soon
2017 Ben McAllister & Jonathan Robla
These hunting partners just may be the most productive coyote hunters in New York State! The friends live near Potsdam and are truly "Masters of the Night" with their proven hunting tactics and thermal gear. Ben and Jonathan motivate all club members by frequently posting pics of their successful hunts. Better yet, are their thermal videos that make everyone want to join them on a hunt! Each year, the fellas join Foxpro's NY hunt and always place in the "Top 4"
2016 Mick Borland ( PA)
Mick is simply a nice guy who enjoys predator hunting and sharing his successes with other club members. Beyond that, Mick is genuinely interested in other club members success and he always aims to help others by offering friendly advice. Mick's attitude is exactly what makes the club message board the positive place that it is!
2015 Chad Parnell (Caledonia, NY)
Productive. That is one word that best describes Chad Parnell in regard to his hunting skills. Chad successfully pursues a variety of game species and enjoys the outdoors with his friends and family. His photos inspire other BATMCC hunters to get afield. Chad, along with his hunting partner David Griffin Jr. are past winners of the clubs annual predator hunt and have placed in the top four on several occasions. As an innovator in photo posing, Chad adds to the positive atmosphere of the club. Congratulations, Chad!
2014 Frank Thomas (Marion, NY)
As a longtime BATMCC member, Frank has always shared his experiences and zany antics with other members. Frank has grown into an accomplished predator hunter who has proven to be able to be successful under the pressure of competition or when faced with challenging weather conditions. Edit Text
2013 Paul McNamara (Ontario, NY)
As a long-time club member, Paul's love of predator hunting has grown to the point where he is the "go to" guy for all things associated with hunting lights. Whether he is tinkering with red filters or finding the best possible lights to be used for both scanning and shooting, Paul always strives to bring the best to club members. Beyond supplying his excellent "Pmack Light," Paul had a terrific calling season as He registered an impressive Predator Slam early in the season! Edit Text
2012 Steve Promber (Buffalo, NY)[/b}
Steve started the 2011-12 predator calling season with a bang. He scored on several early season predators and shared his success stories with club members, leaving no details of the hunt behind. Steve is not one to miss a BATMCC club hunt and is always a positive factor on the message forum. Steve credits his better-half, Tracy, for her support of his predator calling adventures.
2011 Sean Chaffee (Orange County, NY)
In just two years, Sean has become one of the clubs most respected members. His input on various gear is always appreciated by fellow hunters, and his pictures of various predator species, that he has called in and taken, serve to motivate others to get out and hunt. Sean has been a positive influence at the BATMCC Forum, and is an excellent representative of the younger generation of predator hunters!
2010 Matt McDonald (Bristol, NY)
Matt has been a long time member of BATMCC. He, along with his calling partner Ed O'Konsky, won the very first WNYS Predator Hunt and has been a force in the hunt ever since. In fact, the duo has placed 5 out of 8 years. Matt shared his secrets for success as a means of helping other hunters. He has always offered helpful insight and information on the club internet forum. Congratulations, Matt, on being this year's BATMCC Member of the year!
2008 Brian Downs (Cape Cod, Mass.)
Although Brian has been a registered club member since 2005, he made his greatest contribution this past winter.
Brian shared his technique of preparing and using "Bait Buckets" for coyote hunting success and it really caught on. Many club members, eager to experience some of Brian's productivity, jumped on board and tried baiting for themselves. Brian followed his forum posts and helped help out fellow club members with questions. The forum was buzzing with pictures and "tales from the pile". Thanks, Brian, for enlightening everyone on your hunting techniques and congratulations on being the first BATMCC Member of the Year!
2022 Steve Luce
Steve is definitely into the sport for the right reasons! A frequent hunter who finds success every night! The best part is that he does it with his favorite hunting partner… his father, Robert. Steve never misses a BATMCC a event and volunteers to help out at each event.
2018 Matt Dixon
Bio coming soon
2017 Ben McAllister & Jonathan Robla
These hunting partners just may be the most productive coyote hunters in New York State! The friends live near Potsdam and are truly "Masters of the Night" with their proven hunting tactics and thermal gear. Ben and Jonathan motivate all club members by frequently posting pics of their successful hunts. Better yet, are their thermal videos that make everyone want to join them on a hunt! Each year, the fellas join Foxpro's NY hunt and always place in the "Top 4"
2016 Mick Borland ( PA)
Mick is simply a nice guy who enjoys predator hunting and sharing his successes with other club members. Beyond that, Mick is genuinely interested in other club members success and he always aims to help others by offering friendly advice. Mick's attitude is exactly what makes the club message board the positive place that it is!
2015 Chad Parnell (Caledonia, NY)
Productive. That is one word that best describes Chad Parnell in regard to his hunting skills. Chad successfully pursues a variety of game species and enjoys the outdoors with his friends and family. His photos inspire other BATMCC hunters to get afield. Chad, along with his hunting partner David Griffin Jr. are past winners of the clubs annual predator hunt and have placed in the top four on several occasions. As an innovator in photo posing, Chad adds to the positive atmosphere of the club. Congratulations, Chad!
2014 Frank Thomas (Marion, NY)
As a longtime BATMCC member, Frank has always shared his experiences and zany antics with other members. Frank has grown into an accomplished predator hunter who has proven to be able to be successful under the pressure of competition or when faced with challenging weather conditions. Edit Text
2013 Paul McNamara (Ontario, NY)
As a long-time club member, Paul's love of predator hunting has grown to the point where he is the "go to" guy for all things associated with hunting lights. Whether he is tinkering with red filters or finding the best possible lights to be used for both scanning and shooting, Paul always strives to bring the best to club members. Beyond supplying his excellent "Pmack Light," Paul had a terrific calling season as He registered an impressive Predator Slam early in the season! Edit Text
2012 Steve Promber (Buffalo, NY)[/b}
Steve started the 2011-12 predator calling season with a bang. He scored on several early season predators and shared his success stories with club members, leaving no details of the hunt behind. Steve is not one to miss a BATMCC club hunt and is always a positive factor on the message forum. Steve credits his better-half, Tracy, for her support of his predator calling adventures.
2011 Sean Chaffee (Orange County, NY)
In just two years, Sean has become one of the clubs most respected members. His input on various gear is always appreciated by fellow hunters, and his pictures of various predator species, that he has called in and taken, serve to motivate others to get out and hunt. Sean has been a positive influence at the BATMCC Forum, and is an excellent representative of the younger generation of predator hunters!
2010 Matt McDonald (Bristol, NY)
Matt has been a long time member of BATMCC. He, along with his calling partner Ed O'Konsky, won the very first WNYS Predator Hunt and has been a force in the hunt ever since. In fact, the duo has placed 5 out of 8 years. Matt shared his secrets for success as a means of helping other hunters. He has always offered helpful insight and information on the club internet forum. Congratulations, Matt, on being this year's BATMCC Member of the year!
2008 Brian Downs (Cape Cod, Mass.)
Although Brian has been a registered club member since 2005, he made his greatest contribution this past winter.
Brian shared his technique of preparing and using "Bait Buckets" for coyote hunting success and it really caught on. Many club members, eager to experience some of Brian's productivity, jumped on board and tried baiting for themselves. Brian followed his forum posts and helped help out fellow club members with questions. The forum was buzzing with pictures and "tales from the pile". Thanks, Brian, for enlightening everyone on your hunting techniques and congratulations on being the first BATMCC Member of the Year!
. I can see why Andrew was asking early in the season about continuing. Everyone have a great off season ! Congrats to all the successful hunters this 2023-24 season