As president of Mira Mesa West Little League, I have to attend monthly meetings with the other presidents of District 32. At this months's meeting, the other attendee's included the board representives for uniforms, equipment, snack bar and fundraising. The discussion soon turned to what each league did to raise money. I shared our basket auction idea that we have at our generous sponsor Bangin Burgers. (www.bangin-burgers.com) as well as our yard sale. What I did not share however, is my idea for the most unique fundraiser ever: Redneck Day.
Our baseball fields are overrun with ground squirrels. They have burrowed beneath all the dugouts and have tunneled under all the fields. When I drive up to stock the snack bar and no one is there they scatter like rats deserting a sinking ship. If I am really unlucky and happen to empty a trash can, one may run across my foot, happy to be released. Part of a field may collapse due to the intricate tunnel system.
I don't have all the details completely worked out since it is inappropriate on multiple levels but this is what I have so far.
Shoot a squirrel for a small fee. We could rent bb guns to interested participants. Discounts could be give if you bring your own gun.
Once you have shot your squirrel, bring it to the snack bar to be cleaned and grilled.
New menu possibilities are endless: Squirrel on a stick. Your choice of sauces: BBQ, teriyaki or ranch. Squirrel chili, squirrel burgers. We could have an Iron Chef style competion and post it on YouTube. It would go viral. Food Network would pick it up.$$$$$$
Save the pelts. How many fashionable people will be sporting their very own squirrel jackets and vests this year?
There has to be a country band from east county that would perform. Dance contest anyone? $10 pick up wash? Those parking lots are pretty dusty. Best gun rack? Hottest rack????(LL Moms)
You have to admit there are possibilities here.
Did you know a Saber Tooth Squirrel was recently discovered?
http://lightyears.blogs.cnn.com/2011/11/02/tiny-saber-toothed-squirrel-is-mammalian-ancestor/
Think Scrat from Ice Age. There are ALOT of squirrels around. Scientists? Rare and unique extinct mammals $$$$. Keep an eye on your t-ball player.
It is what it is.
Namaste
hehe cute idea Marybet ;) I'd take a bbq squirrel burger for sure ;)
ReplyDeleteThat was pretty funny! Jon would be in and he'd bring his own gun. LOL! -A It makes me post as anonymous.
ReplyDeleteI love it!!! I think you need to write a book MB..Namaste!
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