A32-LafKSfttor ftrifitiitf 0 Jr. UNIVERSITY PARK (Centre Co.) —Attention Juniors! Regard less of what dairy breed you pledge allegiance to, we have the event for you. The Penn Statf Dairy Science Club will be host ing the first ever Jr. All-Breeds Convention, February 16-18, 1995 at the Days Inn, State Col lege. The weekend promises to be an exciting one with fun filled activities that will enable you to explore (I 2 dairy industry while Legislative Proposal Would Extend Food Bank Liability ELIZABETHTOWN (Lancaster Co.) To encourage hunters to contribute extra venison to food through programs such as “Hunters ■Storing the Harvest," two state legislators have joined together to promote legislation (SB SI 1) to amend the Donated Food Limited Liability Act for donated wild game meats. The amendment from Sen. Roger Madigan (R-Bradford) and Rep. Matt Baker (R-Bradford, Tioga) will expand existing charitable organiza tion food bank liability protection to persons donating lawfully taken game. Sen. Madigan said, “This legislation will assist in promoting worthwhile programs” such as the “Hunters Sharing the Harvest” project Although it is legal for hunters to participate now. Rep. Baker indicated that this legislation will go a long way in encouraging more hunters to make donations. Senate Bill SI 1 has passed the Senate and is currently being considered in the House. Rep. Raifi».r has encouraged the House to take action in time for the 1995 deer season. The “Hunters Sharing the Harvest” venison donation pro-gram is now in its fifth year. It is spearheaded by Pennsylvanians for the Respon sible Use of Animals (PRUA), which coordi nates the efforts of hunters, meat processors and food banks to put meat on the plates of needy Pennsylvanians. PRUA is a coalition of 17 associations ami individuals representing agriculture, biomedi cine, entertainment, sports and hunting groups. The umbrella organization encourages humane treatment of animals used for food, clothing, biomedical research, entertainment and sport while at the same time strongly supporting Pen nsylvanians’ right to the continued, responsible use of animals. The coalition also provides factual informa tion to the public, the media, elected officials and those responsible for the care of animals so they can have a better understanding of proper care standards. The “Hunters Sharing the Harvest” project collects and distributes venison to hungry Pennsylvanians. Last year over 85,000 pounds of donated meat reached the plates of the state’s needy fami lies and individuals. In the 1995 hunting season, PRUA hopes to see an expansion of the project and make 100,000 pounds of venison available for distribution. PRUA has received support from Safari Clubs International and the Pennsylvania Deer Associ ation along with promotional assistance from the Pennsylvania Game Commission and the Department of Agriculture. Conservation groups, hunting clubs and inter ested individuals are encouraged to give their extra deer meat to the needy through this service project. Individual contributions can range from a few pounds of ground meat or steaks to an entire deer. Last year, nearly 174,000 people benefited from hunters’ generosity, but with 7 million pounds of venison harvested across the state, PRUA aims to expand the number of donations this year. Food banks say they never have enough meat products to fill the need, so hunters with extra venison or the desire to share their good fortune can easily become involved in the “Hunters Sharing the Harvest” They are encouraged to contact their local game processor or butcher or local or regional food bank and make arrange ments to donate venison. All-Breeds Convention Set making new friends and visiting with ol. 4 . ones. The schedule will include: Friday: Mixers, pizza/ pool party; Saturday: Hands-on workshops at Penn State Ag. Facilities; Mock Sale; Dance with DJ Kirk Sattazahn; Sunday: Brunch with keynote speaker Mr. John Rodgers, noted Ayrshire breeder from Belleville, PA. Be sure to mark your calendars now and be a part of history! You will not want to miss the first joint statewide junior dairy event For hotel information, call IliipsndainaapmSticlsthstdstiiiurf WWWk SPACE) HIRED-HAND [ffl h^ATERS XL has all Dm great --•*"fcchms» features of the orlgl- ControMJnh Wtj nal Super Saver and comes in 225,000 New tide swinging 5 I BTU Inside or Out j§9 V* R side Mount, LP or hilly accewlble Natural Oas with S 9 Galvanized or Stain- 5 less Steel Cabinet New duct features Modular control panel and user-adjustable heat deflector to suit T * p individual needs. 225,000 BTU electronic ignition Q Shenandoah C' 1 iyl