Maryland Fur Trappers
Protecting and Preserving Our Ecosystem for Future Generations Since 1961
2025 Maryland Fur Trappers Fundraising Banquet
Greetings
Mrs.Bert Baker & Sheri Freeland greeted & checked everyone in for the event.
Opening Introduction
MFTI President Dan Baker did a wonderful job of M C ing the event.
The Food
Rita B catering service did a fantastic job. The food was excellent. Ms. Rita here sister Rose and girls.
Auction
A big thank you to Mr. Charles Rodney for the fantastic job of auctioneering all the items. And Richard Garrett for tapulating each sale.
Dale & Lauren Weems
For many years Gun dealer Dale & Lauren Weems have helped with the gun transfers.
Gun Raffle
Brian Elder (far left) & his son Marc ran the Key Chain gun raffle. On the far right is Jim Smith running the scratch off game.
Gun Raffle Winners
Leslie Schunick
Bill Gray
A big thank you to Mr. Charles Rodney for the fantastic job of auctioneering all the items. And Richard Garrett for tabulating each sale.
50/50 Winner
Marcus Flowers won the 50/50 he also donated a hand carved muskrat & 3 custom made oyster knives.
Scratch Off Game
Jim Smith ran the scratch off game and this young lady was the winner.
Heartfelt Thanks for Making the 2025 Maryland Fur Trappers Fundrasing Banquet a Success
Maryland Fur Trappers, Inc.
Dan Baker, President
April 13, 2025
Thank You for Making the 2025 MFTI Fundraiser Banquet a Success
To Our Friends, Supporters, and Fellow Trappers,
On behalf of Maryland Fur Trappers, Inc., I want to extend my deepest thanks to each of you who made our 2025 Fundraiser Banquet on April 5 such a meaningful and memorable evening.
To the volunteers, organizers, and behind-the-scenes helpers—thank you. Your time, energy, and dedication brought this event to life. From setting up tables to gathering auction items, coordinating meals, and cleaning up long after the crowd had gone home, your efforts did not go unnoticed.
To our attendees—thank you for showing up, sharing stories, placing bids, raising paddles, and most of all, celebrating our shared passion for wildlife, conservation, and the heritage of trapping. Your presence filled the room with warmth and laughter, and reminded us once again why this community is so special.
This note also serves as the introduction to a photo slideshow from the banquet. We hope you enjoy reliving the evening through these snapshots—full of familiar faces, great moments, and the spirit of camaraderie that defines the Maryland Fur Trappers.
Thank you for your continued support. We couldn’t do this without you.
Warm regards,
Dan Baker
President, Maryland Fur Trappers, Inc.