| Greetings,
The first President and First Lady visitation took place this past weekend. It began with a wonderful community event, Hooked On Fishing not drugs hosted by the Presque Isle Elks Lodge 1954. This youth fishing derby was led by Exalted Ruler Tina Dougherty and Alan Harding, PDDGER, and is sponsored by numerous community businesses in the Presque Isle area. The setting was perfect, a small Maine pond on a bright sunny day, just enough of a breeze to keep the flies at bay. There was plenty of suburban wildlife with ducks, cormorants, and a beaver making their presence know. Presque Isle Elks were incredibly lucky this year, they got 496 of the smartest trout in the state from the local hatchery, additionally they involved a local elementary school in the release of these brilliant fish. On the day of the derby only 4 of the released fish were tricked in biting a hook, but that is why its called fishing not catching. Despite this, everyone was having a wonderful time. No significant lines got tangled, wonderful family moments were observed, and only one Band-Aid was needed. As I spent my time wondering among the fishermen and their families, all youth participants should have felt like winners at the end of the day. They each were able to take a prize of their choice home, and each had a wonderful time with their families. I would thank all the wonderful volunteers, community partners, and everyone who contributed to this event. Next Denise and I enjoyed a wonderful dinner with officers and members of the Presque Isle Elks Lodge where we were entertained at fundraiser for a wonderful charity. The charity was Lilly’s House which supports the children of fallen heroes. They had a Lip Sync Battle between “bands/groups/individuals” from across the state. They also held a 50/50 and several raffles to help raise funds for this worthy cause. The music and participants were wonderful and though it was a different atmosphere than the morning’s event, a good time was had by all. Denise and I would both like to thank the Presque Isle Lodge for their hospitality. |
