fly rod raffle
Raffle helps protect clean water locally.
The Watershed Center has teamed up with three talented, local artists and craftsman to offer a unique opportunity to protect our watershed and have a chance to win a hand-crafted prize. 100% of the proceeds from raffle ticket sales will support clean water across the Grand Traverse bay watershed by strengthening and expanding our capacity to provide communities access to scientists, policy experts, and resources needed to prioritize the health of our waters. Tickets are $50 each and are available for purchase online (to be picked up at The Watershed Center office) or at The Watershed Center office now until the drawing at 3pm on Wednesday, August 9th. Each ticket includes a hand-signed copy of artist Glenn Wolff’s “Lost Lake” artwork.
First Prize
Custom Dave Jankowski Bamboo Fly Rod
As scientists, we understand how to protect our waters and proudly lead long-term planning and advocacy efforts by researching, monitoring, educating, and collaborating with others along the way.
Second Prize
Signed Glenn Wolff "Lost Lake" Watercolor
Third Prize
Custom Rod Rebant Wooden Landing Net
As scientists, we understand how to protect our waters and proudly lead long-term planning and advocacy efforts by researching, monitoring, educating, and collaborating with others along the way.
About the Artists
Dave Jankowski
Dave is a retired U.S. Air Force fighter pilot and Northwest Airlines captain. He is an ardent fly fisherman, fly tyer, and bamboo rod maker. With a passion for veterans, Dave participated in Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing and its affiliate Bamboo Bend where he severs as lead instructor. He lives in Traverse City with his wife Mary. They enjoy a long marriage with four grown daughters and eight grandchildren who all love going to “Grampy’s cabin” on Michigan’s fame Au Sable River.
“I have been an active volunteer with The Watershed Center since 2008 (shortly after moving to northern Michigan), participating in Adopt-A-Stream and helping validate macroinvertebrate samples. As a passionate fly fisherman its all about the insects, which leads to my desire to ensure our streams are healthy and productive. I financially support The Watershed Center and am glad to donate one of my hand-crafted fly rods to benefit their efforts.”
