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SUMMARY:NM - San Juan 3-Day Fly Fishing
DESCRIPTION:“For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes\, His eternal power and divine nature\, have been clearly seen\, being understood through what has been made\, so that they are without excuse.” Romans 1:20 \nPurpose: To build meaningful relationships with other outdoorsmen for the purpose of leading them to\, or back to\, Jesus Christ. \nSpeakers: Dane LePlatt and Andrew Bennett \nDates: Primary check-in will begin on Thursday\, June 18\, 2026 at 6:00 pm.  If you will not be able to check in by 8:00 pm on Thursday\, please let us know ahead of time.  The event will officially end at 8:30 am on Sunday\, June 21\, 2026. \nLiability:  All participants will be required to sign a liability waiver at sign-in. \nAge Limit:  16 years old.  Participants under 18 years of age must have a parent or guardian present at the event. \nLodging: LePlatt Lodge \nDirections: This will be provided via e-mail. \nRegistration: First registered first reserved!  Residents in the 4 Corners region will be given priority. \nParticipant tickets – $200.00 \nVolunteer Leadership – Please contact Event Chairman\, Dane LePlatt at (505) 402-6966 for approval. \n Volunteers needed for the Event: \n\n  4 each – Drift Boat Lead \n  2 each – Wading Lead \n  2 each – Non-Fishing volunteers\n\nFishing:  Volunteer leaders will take 2 people each to designated sections of the river. Drift boats will go from Texas Hole to Crusher. This is a fly fishing event. Please bring fly fishing gear along with a New Mexico fishing license. \n**Note:  Volunteer leaders will be present at the event. Our volunteers are not compensated for the trip. No tips are allowed. While we keep fathers and sons together\, usually you will fish with people you don’t know. This is done purposefully so please don’t be surprised. Please be flexible and plan to follow the instructions of your assigned volunteer leader.  Essentially\, treat this like a fishing trip with a group of friends… this is NOT a guided trip. \nMeals: Breakfast\, Lunch and dinner will be provided for both Friday and Saturday. We will provide a to-go breakfast on Sunday morning.   Drinks and snacks will be available in limited amounts but plan to bring your favorite soft drinks. You may also want to pack food and drinks to bring with you while you’re fishing. \nFreebies/Door prizes: Hat \nRules:  \n\nNo perfect people allowed. Come as you are\, no pretending.\nNo drunkenness. Alcohol in moderation is allowed only after fishing is done for the day. Safety is a must!\nPlease watch profanity. We want to keep the environment kid-friendly.\nHave a good time.\n\nWhat to bring:   \n\nValid New Mexico fishing license\nWaders\nFly rod\nOther fishing gear\nSleeping bag and pillow\nToiletries and bath towel\nSnacks and drinks\nA willing attitude that’s eager to help\, make it work\, and have a good time. Please remember that the event is led by volunteers.\n\nContact info: Please contact Dane LePlatt (Event Chairman) at daneleplatt@gmail.com or by phone at (505) 402-6966 \nSchedule of Events \n Thursday :      \n\n6:00 pm          Check-in \n6:30 pm          Dinner at the Sportsman\n8:00 pm          Welcome & Introductions\n\nFriday:              \n\n6:30 am         Breakfast\n7:30 am         Leave the lodge\n8:00 am         Morning fishing\nNoon              Lunch\n4:00 pm         Off water\n6:00 pm         Dinner  \n7:30 pm         Devotional and Group Time\n\nSaturday:        \n\n6:30 am         Breakfast\n7:30 am         Leave the lodge\n8:00 am         Morning fishing\nNoon              Lunch\n4:00 pm         Off water\n6:00 pm         Dinner  \n7:30 pm         Key Note\n\nSunday:          \n\n8:00 am         To-go breakfast served\n8:30 am         Free to leave or fish independently\n\nDonations: Donations are tax deductible!  Our events do not operate at a profit\, so we are dependent on donations to fund the organization and maintain the low-cost nature of our events.  We are currently seeking individual\, corporate\, and church partnerships to assist in our effort to reach outdoorsmen.  Financial and merchandise donations are accepted.  If you would like to be a part of the Blast & Cast mission\, please contact us at info@blastandcast.org for more information.
URL:https://www.blastandcast.org/event/nm-san-juan-3-day-fly-fishing/
LOCATION:LePlatt Lodge\, 56 Road 4275\, Navajo Dam\, 87419
CATEGORIES:Events,New Mexico
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SUMMARY:Navajo Dam\, NM | 3-Day Duck Hunt - Group 2
DESCRIPTION:“For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes\, His eternal power and divine nature\, have been clearly seen\, being understood through what has been made\, so that they are without excuse.” Romans 1:20 \nPurpose: To build meaningful relationships with other outdoorsmen for the purpose of leading them to\, or back to\, Jesus Christ. \nKeynote speaker: Dane LePlatt \nDates: Primary check-in begins on Thursday\, January 29th at 7:00 pm.  If you will not be able to check in by 9:00 pm on Thursday\, please let us know ahead of time.  The event will officially end at 8:00 am on Sunday\, February 1st. \nLiability/Minors:  All participants will be required to sign a liability waiver at sign-in. Participants must be at least 16 years old for this event\, and all participants under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. \nLodging: LePlatt Lodge on the San Juan (https://lodge-san-juan.com/) \nRegistration: First registered first reserved! \nHunting:  We will hunt waterfowl on both public and private land on Friday and Saturday. \nThis is a buddy trip with friends\, not a guided trip. Each hunting participant is required to bring their own gear (listed below).  Participants should anticipate hiking into hunting locations.  We will have volunteers present (with decoys) to lead hunting parties each morning.  While we keep fathers and sons together\, usually you will be hunting with people you don’t know.  This is done purposefully so please don’t be surprised.  Please remember to be flexible and work together to make the event work. \nMeals: Meals will be provided for Friday and Saturday.  Plan to eat supper before you arrive Thursday night.  Plan to bring your favorite drinks and snacks. If you’d like to help out on the cook crew\, please let us know in advance! \nFreebies/Door prizes: Everyone present at the event will receive a discount code for the Blast & Cast website store. If you’d like to donate door prizes\, please let us know! \nRules:  \n\nNo perfect people allowed. Come as you are\, no pretending.\nNo drunkenness. Alcohol in moderation is allowed only after hunting is done for the day. Safety is a must!\nPlease watch profanity. We want to keep the environment kid-friendly.\nHave a good time.\n\nWhat to bring:   \n\n\nNew Mexico General or Small Game License\, Federal Duck Stamp\, Habitat Stamp\, Habitat Management & Access Validation (HMAV)\n\nShotgun (with plug)\nAt least 2 boxes of #2 or #4 steel shot for hunting\nWaders\nCamouflage coat\, hat\, and facemask\nSufficient insulating layers for cold weather\nBlind bag or backpack to carry your gear while hiking\nFlashlight or headlamp for hiking in the dark\nPackable stool or seat (optional)\nKnife for bird cleaning\nSleeping bag and pillow\nToiletries and bath towel\nSnacks and drinks for in the field\nA willing attitude that’s eager to help make it work and have a good time.  Remember\, everyone at the event is a volunteer.  Set your expectations as though you are going on a weekend trip with friends\, not a guided hunt!\n\nContact info: The event chairman is Dane LePlatt. If you need information prior to the event\, please contact him at daneleplatt@gmail.com. If you need assistance on the road or during the event\, please contact him via phone or text @ 505-402-6966. \n  \nSchedule of Events \n  \nThursday :       \n       7:00 pm          Check in  \n       8:00 pm          Welcome ceremony \nFriday & Saturday:              \n       5:00 am          Breakfast served \n       5:30 am          Leave lodge for morning hunt \n       Noon              Lunch \n       3:00 pm          Optional fishing/hunting \n       1:00 pm          Lunch \n       6:30 pm          Dinner    \n       7:00 pm          Evening devotion and group time \nSunday: \n       5:00 am          To-go breakfast \n       5:30 am          Depart for home
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LOCATION:LePlatt Lodge\, 56 Road 4275\, Navajo Dam\, 87419
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SUMMARY:Navajo Dam\, NM | 3-Day Duck Hunt - Group 1
DESCRIPTION:“For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes\, His eternal power and divine nature\, have been clearly seen\, being understood through what has been made\, so that they are without excuse.” Romans 1:20 \nPurpose: To build meaningful relationships with other outdoorsmen for the purpose of leading them to\, or back to\, Jesus Christ. \nKeynote speaker: Dane LePlatt \nDates: Primary check-in begins on Friday\, January 23rd at 5:00 pm. The event will officially end on January 26th. \nLiability/Minors:  All participants will be required to sign a liability waiver at sign-in. Participants must be at least 16 years old for this event\, and all participants under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. \nLodging: LePlatt Lodge on the San Juan (https://lodge-san-juan.com/) \nRegistration: First registered first reserved! \nHunting:  We will hunt waterfowl on both public and private land on Friday and Saturday. \nThis is a buddy trip with friends\, not a guided trip. Each hunting participant is required to bring their own gear (listed below).  Participants should anticipate hiking into hunting locations.  We will have volunteers present (with decoys) to lead hunting parties each morning.  While we keep fathers and sons together\, usually you will be hunting with people you don’t know.  This is done purposefully so please don’t be surprised.  Please remember to be flexible and work together to make the event work. \nMeals: Meals will be provided for Friday and Saturday.  Plan to bring your favorite drinks and snacks. If you’d like to help out on the cook crew\, please let us know in advance! \nFreebies/Door prizes: Everyone present at the event will receive a discount code for the Blast & Cast website store. If you’d like to donate door prizes\, please let us know! \nRules:  \n\nNo perfect people allowed. Come as you are\, no pretending.\nNo drunkenness. Alcohol in moderation is allowed only after hunting is done for the day. Safety is a must!\nPlease watch profanity. We want to keep the environment kid-friendly.\nHave a good time.\n\nWhat to bring:   \n\n\nNew Mexico General or Small Game License\, Federal Duck Stamp\, Habitat Stamp\, Habitat Management & Access Validation (HMAV)\n\nShotgun (with plug)\nAt least 2 boxes of #2 or #4 steel shot for hunting\nWaders\nCamouflage coat\, hat\, and facemask\nSufficient insulating layers for cold weather\nBlind bag or backpack to carry your gear while hiking\nFlashlight or headlamp for hiking in the dark\nPackable stool or seat (optional)\nKnife for bird cleaning\nSleeping bag and pillow\nToiletries and bath towel\nSnacks and drinks for in the field\nA willing attitude that’s eager to help make it work and have a good time.  Remember\, everyone at the event is a volunteer.  Set your expectations as though you are going on a weekend trip with friends\, not a guided hunt!\n\nContact info: The event chairman is Dane LePlatt. If you need information prior to the event\, please contact him at daneleplatt@gmail.com. If you need assistance on the road or during the event\, please contact him via phone or text @ 505-402-6966. \n  \nSchedule of Events \n  \nFriday :       \n          5:00 pm     Check in  \n          8:00 pm     Welcome ceremony \nSaturday & Sunday:              \n          5:00 am      Breakfast served \n          5:30 am      Leave lodge for morning hunt \n          Noon          Lunch \n          3:00 pm      Optional fishing/hunting \n          1:00 pm      Lunch \n          6:30 pm      Dinner    \n          7:00 pm      Evening devotion and group time \n**Note: You can check out Sunday Night or early Monday Morning.
URL:https://www.blastandcast.org/event/navajo-dam-nm-3-day-duck-hunt-group-1/
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SUMMARY:1st Annual 4th of July Liberty Day Festival at Legacy Ranch
DESCRIPTION:“I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live\, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God\, who loved me and gave Himself for me.” (Galatians 2:20)\n1st ANNUAL 4th of JULY LIBERTY DAY FESTIVAL AT LEGACY RANCH\nPlease join us as Blast & Cast Men’s Ministries – New Mexico hosts a community-based outdoor event that celebrates our Freedom and Independence with the entire community!\nActivities Include:\nFor the Competitors: \n\nSporting clays competition: (8-11 AM) or (1-3 PM)\n3D Archery competition: (8-11 AM) or (1-3 PM)\n\nFor the Families: \n\nHot Air Balloon rides (tethered)\nVendors\nProfessional Firearms Instruction\nThe Grey Beard’s Civil War re-enactors\nFamily Photography stations\nKids’ Corner (bounce houses\, Archery\, Nerf Guns)\n4-H Exhibition\n\nThere will be prizes\, giveaways\, and a Silent Auction. \nBuckles will be presented to the Top Sporting Clay Team and the Top Archer (Men\, Women\, Youth > 16\, Traditional). \nThis event is held in partnership with the City of Edgewood. After the day’s activities conclude at Legacy Ranch\, participants are encouraged to head to Venus Park for the City of Edgewood’s fireworks show. The Top Shot Belt Buckle Awards will be presented on the main stage at 8:00 PM\, just before the fireworks begin. \nDate:  July 4th\, 2025\nLocation:  \nLegacy Ranch\, 74 Barton Road\, Edgewood NM\, 87015 \nLiability/Minors:\nAll ages are welcome to enjoy the family-friendly festival activities. However\, for those competing in the Sporting Clays or 3D Archery tournament\, participants must be at least eight years old and capable of safely handling a firearm or bow. All competition participants are required to sign a liability waiver at check-in\, and any participant under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. \nSponsorship Details:\nWe’re excited to announce the 1st Annual Liberty Day Festival at Legacy Ranch\, a full-day\, outdoor event in partnership with Legacy Ranch and the City of Edgewood. This Independence Day celebration will bring together families\, veterans\, outdoorsmen\, churches\, and local businesses for a day of competition\, community\, and connection. \nWe’re inviting you to be a sponsor for this landmark event\, and we’d love to showcase your business as a leader in supporting our local community.\nSponsorship Tiers & Benefits \nTITLE SPONSOR – $2\,500\n● Prime logo placement on all flyers\, banners\, and event materials\n● Shoutouts throughout the day and at the 8 PM Belt Buckle Awards\n● Exclusive signage at the event entrance and main areas\n● Booth space + premium table location\n● Up to 8 competition slots (skeet/archery)\n● Legacy Ranch social media shoutouts\n● Featured in pre/post-event media and follow-ups\n\nGOLD SPONSOR – $1\,000\n● Logo on flyers\, banners\, and website\n● Shoutout from the main stage during the event\n● Sponsorship signage at 1 skeet and 1 archery station\n● Roadside signage along the event entrance\n● Legacy Ranch social media shoutouts\n● Up to 6 competition slots\n\nSILVER SPONSOR – $750\n● Listed on shared sponsor banner and website\n● Station signage (1 station of your choice)\n● Roadside signage\n● Legacy Ranch social media shoutouts\n● Up to 4 competition slots\n\nBRONZE SPONSOR – $500\n● Name/logo on flyers and website\n● Mention from stage during the event\n● Optional booth (if space allows)\n● Legacy Ranch social media shoutouts\n● Up to 2 competition slots\n\nWhy Sponsor?\nThis is more than a festival — it’s a chance to support a strong community through competition\, camaraderie and fellowship! What we need more than anything is a sense of community and a common bond that is formed through getting out\, having fun\, and experiencing new opportunities. You can be part of that\, and your early sponsorship also means your logo and info will appear on our first round of printed flyers (high-quality cardstock\, distributed throughout Edgewood\, Albuquerque\, Kirtland\, and surrounding towns).\nClick Here to download the 4th of July Sponsor Commitment Form \nRegistration:\nCompetitor Ticket Cost:  \nTeam Registration – 4/Pack for $316 (No team\, no problem. Assignments will be made on the day of the event\, if not already identified. \nIndividual Registration – Men $100 | Women $90 | Youth $70 \nNo charge for family members who do not compete. \nParking Fee:\nLegacy Ranch – $5.00   \nAvailable Lodging:\nCOMFORT INN & SUITES – 8 Marietta Court\, Edgewood\, NM 87015  (505) 281-7000 \nFood/Refreshments available for purchase: \nAt the dance hall and food trucks. There will also be a beer tent at the fireworks location. \nRules:\n\nNo perfect people allowed.  Comes as you are\, no pretending.\nNo alcohol at Legacy Ranch.\nPlease watch for profanity.  We want to keep the environment kid-friendly.\nHave a good time!\n\nWhat to bring?\nFor All Attendees: \n\nA folding chair or blanket for relaxing during downtime or at the fireworks\nSunscreen and hat (shade tents are limited)\nWater bottle (hydration stations available)\nWeather-appropriate clothing (layers recommended)\nBible or journal (optional\, for devotional or quiet time)\nCash or card for food vendors and raffles\nPersonal ID and confirmation email (for check-in)\nSnacks (if you are not purchasing from food trucks or catered items)\n\nFor 3-D Archery Participants: \n\nPersonal Bow\nArrows (Min 3-6 No Broadheads)\nArm guard and finger tab/release\nClosed-toe shoes\nRangefinder\nLong pants\nAny specialty gear for the traditional division (if applicable)\n\nFor Sporting Clay Participants: \n\nShotgun (12 or 20 gauge recommended)\nAmmunition (target loads only\, ~4 boxes min. 100 shells)\nEye and ear protection (required)\nShell pouch or vest (optional but helpful)\nClosed-toe shoes\n\nFor Volunteers: \n\nWork gloves (if assisting with setup/breakdown)\nWalkie-talkie or phone with group chat access\nNotepad or shift assignment card\nComfortable shoes for walking/standing\n\n\nEvent Day Schedule\n5:00 AM – Early Bird volunteers arrive for setup\n6:00 AM – Volunteer check-in\n6:30 AM – Participant check-in opens\n7:45 AM – Opening prayer & safety briefing\n8:00–11:00 AM – Morning Heat (Sporting Clays & 3D Archery)\n11:00–12:00 PM – Community lunch & fellowship (Demonstration TBD)\n12:00–3:00 PM – Afternoon Heat (Sporting Clays & 3D Archery)\n3:00–5:00 PM – Cleanup & breakdown\n8:00 PM – Awards ceremony\, Belt Buckle presentation at Venus Park\, followed by fireworks! \n\nVolunteers\, sponsors\, vendors\, and donors\, click the link below. We can’t do this without you!\nInterest Form\n 
URL:https://www.blastandcast.org/event/1st-annual-4th-of-july-liberty-day-festival-at-legacy-ranch/
LOCATION:Legacy Ranch New Mexico\, 74 Barton Road\, Edgewood\, NM\, 87015\, United States
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