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Thank You ITB

Started by Shep, June 09, 2026, 08:10:00 PM

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Shep

June 09, 2026, 08:10:00 PM
I would like to thank ITB for his years of service as Great Lakes Coordinator.
It was a pleasure to work with you my friend.
"The constitutions of most of our States assert that all power is inherent in the people; that... it is their right and duty to be at all times armed." -Thomas Jefferson

Doc Willi

#1
June 09, 2026, 08:18:25 PM
ITB, Thank you for the time you have spent with the program.
I have enjoyed working with you. Hope to see you again along the way.
All tyranny needs to gain a foothold is for people of good conscience to remain silent.
Thomas Jefferson

T. WOLF

#2
June 09, 2026, 08:18:41 PM Last Edit: June 09, 2026, 08:22:35 PM by T. WOLF
Bill, it's hard to come up with words to express how important and influential you've been to all of us here in Michigan. For me personally, you've been a trusted mentor who shaped my entire experience with Project Appleseed over the course of a decade. I'm not sure how things would have turned out for me without your friendship and guidance along the way. Thank you so much for your years of service, all of the IBC's, the DAT, everything. Rest assured your standards of quality are far-reaching and will live on in perpetuity. Every volunteer that's stepped up to support Appleseed with me in Michigan and New York State has in some way been shaped or influenced by your leadership, and that's a remarkable achievement you deserve to be proud of. I am looking forward to my next cigar with you in August. Huzzah for a career well done, my friend.
"There is nothing which I dread so much as a division of the republic into two great parties, each arranged under its leaders, and concerting measures in opposition to each other." ~John Adams 1780

Brave men fall with a battle cry
Tears fill the eyes of their loved ones, and their brothers in arms
And so it went for Joseph Warren
It should have been different, it could have been easy
His rank could've saved him, but a country unborn needs bravery
And it spread like wildfire

ThreadNLead "TL"

#3
June 09, 2026, 09:06:15 PM Last Edit: June 09, 2026, 09:07:51 PM by ThreadNLead "TL"
ITB, there are no words to describe the impact you've had on my life, personally. I want to copy a lot of what T.Wolf expressed above, but I won't. Thank you for your time and energy and love you poured into the organization and into your fellow Cadre, not just in Michigan (although we were spoiled the most). And personally, thank you for being such a great mentor and friend. I have told the stories of our road trips so many times! LOL You and Pookie are the best road trip buddies ;D
The program will miss you, but on to bigger and better things. We love you ITB. As I end all of my Insurance emails... Happy shooting!!
"Those who would give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety."  - Benjamin Franklin
"Liberty must at all hazards be supported. We have a right to it, derived from our Maker. But if we had not, our fathers have earned and bought it for us, at the expense of their ease, their estates, their pleasure, and their blood." -John Adams
Super Trooper, forever in my heart.
First Patch: (was a) KD 10/27/18
Winterseed Patch: 11/11/18
Orange Hat: 11/11/18
"InfernoSeed": 7/20/19
Red Hat: 4/18/21
KD: 11/26/23
Morgan's Shingle/Star (prone and standing): 11/26/23

Skald

#4
June 09, 2026, 09:33:57 PM
ITB, thank you. You've done a lot of good work and you were a help to me as I worked my way through the program. I'm sorry to see you go but that's the way life is sometimes. Perhaps we'll cross paths later on down the trail. Godspeed.

Sheepdog180

#5
June 09, 2026, 10:38:27 PM
Thank you< ITB.  I enjoyed working the rimfire KD at Gibsonburg with you a few years ago.  Your presence will be missed in Ohio!
"It was once written that America is great because America is good, and if America ever ceases to be good, America will cease to be great."                      -President Ronald Reagan

MI-copperhead

#6
June 10, 2026, 01:27:19 AM
Burbs, it's hard to find the correct words to express my thanks  for what you have done for me, let alone the entire Project Appleseed program. You were the Shoot Boss at my first event when you were down in the dirt trying to help me break my bucking and flinching issues with "ball and dummy". I'm not sure either of us could imagine that 15 years layer I would find myself in that position with a Green hat on, helping another shooter with their marksmanship. I am glad it was you that was the Shoot Boss at my SBIT3 and handed me that Hat. I hope I will always do a job worthy of you. Thank you for your leadership, your mentorship and most of all your friendship. May God continue to bless your endeavors.

Earl / copperhead
April 2019-Orange Hat / October 2021- Red Hat / March 2025- MI State Coordinator  / September 2025-Shoot Boss
"Remember, Red Hat is a journey, not a destination" ITB
"Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, Almighty God ! I know not what course others may choose, but as for me, give me liberty or give me death ! " Patrick Henry
"I would rather be exposed to the inconveniences attending too much liberty, than to those attending too small a degree of it. "
Thomas Jefferson
 " Take good care of the children." Capt Isaac Davis
"I would say that the majority of Americans have no real sense of the value and the uniqueness of being a U.S. citizen.  Once they realize what they have, they are less likely to stand by while some politician attempts to whittle down their rights."  Troy a.k.a. solarguy

Bundt Pan

#7
June 10, 2026, 11:10:32 AM
We apreciate all the help getting IL growing.
NRA Training Counselor, Chief Range Safety Officer and Life member

No freeman shall ever be debarred the use of arms. 1st Draft of the VA Constitution by T. Jefferson

Zorak

#8
June 10, 2026, 11:42:13 AM
ITB, I am just beginning to understand how much we'll all miss you. You had a tremendous influence on everything around me. The events, the IBC, the green and red hats I interact with, and the Academy resources all reflect your hard work, determination, and creativity. I literally cannot imagine this program without you. Thanks for all of that, and may your vine and fig tree be pleasant.
"If only it were all so simple! If only there were evil people somewhere insidiously committing evil deeds, and it were necessary only to separate them from the rest of us and destroy them. But the line dividing good and evil cuts through the heart of every human being. And who is willing to destroy a piece of his own heart?" -- Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn

Shadow870

#9
June 10, 2026, 03:41:47 PM
Sad to think We wont be having any more cigars together at events. Thanks for everything you did for the program! take care.
The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of both tyrants and patriots. - Thomas Jefferson

Pookie

#10
June 10, 2026, 06:10:36 PM
 :wb: I'm in denial. "You can't go! All the plants are gonna die !
During the seventy years which elapsed between the overthrow of the Stuart dynasty and the victory of Wolfe on the Heights of Abraham, the relations between the American colonies and the British government were, on the whole, peaceful; and the history of the colonies, except for the great and romantic struggle with New France, would have been almost destitute of striking incidents. In view of the perpetual menace from France, it was clearly unwise for the British government to irritate the colonies, or do anything to weaken their loyalty; and they were accordingly left very much to themselves. Still, they were not likely to be treated with any great liberality,â€"for such was not then, as it is hardly even yet, the way of governments...

Rangerat67

#11
June 11, 2026, 12:40:41 AM
ITB,

It is a blessing to know you and I will miss being at your events. You were instrumental in teaching me how to instruct, Shoot Boss, throw an appropriate Shoot Boss snit, and avoid the speed traps. Appleseed has lost a great shoot boss and ambassador to the program. I have lost one of my mentors but haven't lost a friend. I'll invite you to all my Appleseed events and hope you can make a guest appearance. I'll see you in August at the pool party!

Rangerat67   

Hardcase

#12
June 11, 2026, 10:43:06 AM
Bill,
I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for the guidance, encouragement, and inspiration you have provided throughout my journey as an Appleseed student, IIT, and Instructor.

Your mentorship has been one of the most valuable influences in my growth in the Appleseed program, as well as in my personal life. Your willingness to share your knowledge, and challenge me to reach higher standards has given me the inspiration to continue with my Appleseed progression, and to help mentor others.

Thank you for investing your time, energy, and wisdom in my growth. Your support has made a lasting difference in my life, and I am truly grateful for the privilege of learning from you.

With sincere appreciation and respect,
Tom Duncan
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