Pound Growl 18 November 2023
SCRATCHINGS
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Pound Growl 18 November 2023
Location: Captain's Table Restaurant, 4113 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC.
Time: 0800
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy
Dogs in House: 17 Mongrels rounded up: 0 Guest: 1 Total in Attendance: 18
At 0800 all Dogs partook in some Kibbles and some soft round chewy treat-treats, and all were well fed and watered.
Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy called to order the Growl of the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 Military Order of the Devil Dogs at 1130. Pound Keeper called for a moment of silence to remember those Dogs that have reported to the Supreme Commandant.
Pound Keeper Opening Statement:
A welcome was given to all members for the Growl.
Acting Dog Trainer PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. gave the Opening Prayer and a moment of silence for our fallen brothers and sisters.
DOG’S OF OFFICE:
Elected Officers:
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. (present)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer (present)
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski (excused)
Police Dog: DD Ray Brown (present)
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr. (present)
Appointed Officers:
Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown (present)
Deputy Dog Robber: PDD Ron Ambrose (excused)
Watch Dog: DD Richard “Doc” Bentley (excused)
Barking Dog: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
RECOGNITION OF DIGNITARIES:
Honorable Senior Vice Chief Devil Dog and Chairman of the Kennel Finance Committee, PDD Jeffrey Jones
NC Pack Worthy Junior Vice Pack Leader, PDD Robert Klenotiz
NC Pack Worthy Barking Dog, PDD Mike Maddox
SCRATCHINGS:
Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester reports that the Scratching’s have been posted to the website, emailed, and notice was posted on the Facebook page. PDD Manchester asked for a motion to except the Scratchings as posted A motion was made by PDD Nevgloski Sr. and seconded bu PDD Maddox, all in favor, motion carried.
MEMORIAL SERVICE:
A memorial service was conducted for DD Robert Paine “Bob” Shannon who passed away on 22 September 2023.
REPORT OF SICKNESS AND DISTRESS:
1. PUP David A. McCarty is still the Landings of Swansboro Assisted Living home, Dogs are doing regular visits.
2. PDD Ron Ambrose is currently in the hospital and does not have a favorable prognosis.
3. DD Al Farrell is currently recovering from hip surgery.
REPORTS:
1. Dog Robber Report:
We had 17 Dog's in the house and 1 guest.
Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown gave the Dog Robber Report. PDD Tim Manchester moves to accept, DD Joe Beam seconds, all in favor, motion carried pending audit.
2. Smart Dog PDD Scott Shermeyer reports that the updated Kennel Bylaws and Ritual manual have been posted to the Kennel website. PDD Shermeyer also reports that filing date for 990N is by the end of July.
OLD BUSINESS:
None
SPECIAL BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS:
None
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Newly Elected and Appointed Officers of CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370, NC pack were sworn into office by Honorable Senior Vice Chief Devil Dog and Chairman of the Kennel Finance Committee, PDD Jeffrey Jones.
Elected Officers:
Pound Keeper: PDD Mike Maddox
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr.
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Tim Manchester
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr.
Dog Trainer: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr.
Police Dog: DD Ray Brown
Appointed Officers:
Dog Robber: PDD Richard “Doc” Bentley
Deputy Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown
Watch Dog: DD Richard Shirley
Barking Dog: PDD Tim Manchester
2. Motion made to donate dog and cat food collected at this Growl be taken to the Pit Bull rescue in Carteret County as part of our Operation Chow Hound.
GOOD OF THE ORDER:
1. Donations were collected for the Children’s Hospital in honor of PDD Ron Ambrose.
2. Because of the generosity of the Dogs of CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370, NC Pack 308 pounds of dog food will be dropped off at the Pit Bull Resue in Carteret County.
3. Oriental Detachment #1413 had four Disabled Veterans and two escorts on a trip to Norway.
4. Honorable Senior Vice Chief Devil Dog and Chairman of the Kennel Finance Committee, PDD Jeffrey Jones passed word he has Operation Chow Hound patches for 5 big bones.
5. Deputy Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown reports that Honorable Senior Vice Chief Devil Dog and Chairman of the Kennel Finance Committee, PDD Jeffrey Jones has his passport stamp for 1 big bone.
6. DD Michael Paul introduces himself at the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370, NC Pack, DD Michael Paul currently serves as the Detachment Commandant for Marine Corps League Cherry Point Detachment #1067 and is one of the newest dogs to the Pound.
7. CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370, NC Pack, Military Order of the Devil Dogs (MODD) Pound Dog of the Year Committee recognized DD Richard Shirley as the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370, NC Pack, Military Order of the Devil Dogs (MODD) 2023 Pound Dog of the Year.
8. Honorable Senior Vice Chief Devil Dog and Chairman of the Kennel Finance Committee, PDD Jeffrey Jones becomes a member of CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370, NC Pack.
CLOSING CEREMONY:
There being no further business to discuss, at 1045 Pound Keeper PDD Mike Maddox conducted the Closing Ceremony and adjourned the Growl.
Next Growl is scheduled for 17 February 2024, time and place to be determined.
PDD Tim Manchester 14-178
Barking Dog
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
END OF SCRATCHINGS
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Pound Growl 18 November 2023
Location: Captain's Table Restaurant, 4113 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC.
Time: 0800
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy
Dogs in House: 17 Mongrels rounded up: 0 Guest: 1 Total in Attendance: 18
At 0800 all Dogs partook in some Kibbles and some soft round chewy treat-treats, and all were well fed and watered.
Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy called to order the Growl of the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 Military Order of the Devil Dogs at 1130. Pound Keeper called for a moment of silence to remember those Dogs that have reported to the Supreme Commandant.
Pound Keeper Opening Statement:
A welcome was given to all members for the Growl.
Acting Dog Trainer PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. gave the Opening Prayer and a moment of silence for our fallen brothers and sisters.
DOG’S OF OFFICE:
Elected Officers:
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. (present)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer (present)
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski (excused)
Police Dog: DD Ray Brown (present)
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr. (present)
Appointed Officers:
Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown (present)
Deputy Dog Robber: PDD Ron Ambrose (excused)
Watch Dog: DD Richard “Doc” Bentley (excused)
Barking Dog: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
RECOGNITION OF DIGNITARIES:
Honorable Senior Vice Chief Devil Dog and Chairman of the Kennel Finance Committee, PDD Jeffrey Jones
NC Pack Worthy Junior Vice Pack Leader, PDD Robert Klenotiz
NC Pack Worthy Barking Dog, PDD Mike Maddox
SCRATCHINGS:
Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester reports that the Scratching’s have been posted to the website, emailed, and notice was posted on the Facebook page. PDD Manchester asked for a motion to except the Scratchings as posted A motion was made by PDD Nevgloski Sr. and seconded bu PDD Maddox, all in favor, motion carried.
MEMORIAL SERVICE:
A memorial service was conducted for DD Robert Paine “Bob” Shannon who passed away on 22 September 2023.
REPORT OF SICKNESS AND DISTRESS:
1. PUP David A. McCarty is still the Landings of Swansboro Assisted Living home, Dogs are doing regular visits.
2. PDD Ron Ambrose is currently in the hospital and does not have a favorable prognosis.
3. DD Al Farrell is currently recovering from hip surgery.
REPORTS:
1. Dog Robber Report:
We had 17 Dog's in the house and 1 guest.
Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown gave the Dog Robber Report. PDD Tim Manchester moves to accept, DD Joe Beam seconds, all in favor, motion carried pending audit.
2. Smart Dog PDD Scott Shermeyer reports that the updated Kennel Bylaws and Ritual manual have been posted to the Kennel website. PDD Shermeyer also reports that filing date for 990N is by the end of July.
OLD BUSINESS:
None
SPECIAL BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS:
None
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Newly Elected and Appointed Officers of CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370, NC pack were sworn into office by Honorable Senior Vice Chief Devil Dog and Chairman of the Kennel Finance Committee, PDD Jeffrey Jones.
Elected Officers:
Pound Keeper: PDD Mike Maddox
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr.
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Tim Manchester
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr.
Dog Trainer: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr.
Police Dog: DD Ray Brown
Appointed Officers:
Dog Robber: PDD Richard “Doc” Bentley
Deputy Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown
Watch Dog: DD Richard Shirley
Barking Dog: PDD Tim Manchester
2. Motion made to donate dog and cat food collected at this Growl be taken to the Pit Bull rescue in Carteret County as part of our Operation Chow Hound.
GOOD OF THE ORDER:
1. Donations were collected for the Children’s Hospital in honor of PDD Ron Ambrose.
2. Because of the generosity of the Dogs of CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370, NC Pack 308 pounds of dog food will be dropped off at the Pit Bull Resue in Carteret County.
3. Oriental Detachment #1413 had four Disabled Veterans and two escorts on a trip to Norway.
4. Honorable Senior Vice Chief Devil Dog and Chairman of the Kennel Finance Committee, PDD Jeffrey Jones passed word he has Operation Chow Hound patches for 5 big bones.
5. Deputy Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown reports that Honorable Senior Vice Chief Devil Dog and Chairman of the Kennel Finance Committee, PDD Jeffrey Jones has his passport stamp for 1 big bone.
6. DD Michael Paul introduces himself at the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370, NC Pack, DD Michael Paul currently serves as the Detachment Commandant for Marine Corps League Cherry Point Detachment #1067 and is one of the newest dogs to the Pound.
7. CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370, NC Pack, Military Order of the Devil Dogs (MODD) Pound Dog of the Year Committee recognized DD Richard Shirley as the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370, NC Pack, Military Order of the Devil Dogs (MODD) 2023 Pound Dog of the Year.
8. Honorable Senior Vice Chief Devil Dog and Chairman of the Kennel Finance Committee, PDD Jeffrey Jones becomes a member of CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370, NC Pack.
CLOSING CEREMONY:
There being no further business to discuss, at 1045 Pound Keeper PDD Mike Maddox conducted the Closing Ceremony and adjourned the Growl.
Next Growl is scheduled for 17 February 2024, time and place to be determined.
PDD Tim Manchester 14-178
Barking Dog
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
END OF SCRATCHINGS
Pound Growl 16 September 2023
SCRATCHINGS
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Pound Growl 16 September 2023
Location: Swansboro Moose Lodge 1425, Swansboro, NC
Time: 1000
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy
Dogs in House: 11 Mongrels rounded up: 1 Guest: 2 Total in Attendance: 14
At 1000 all Dogs partook in some Kibbles and some soft round chewy treat-treats, and all were well fed and watered. Dogs brought some tasty pot luck dishes for all to enjoy.
Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy called to order the Growl of the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 Military Order of the Devil Dogs at 1130. Pound Keeper called for a moment of silence to remember those Dogs that have reported to the Supreme Commandant.
Pound Keeper Opening Statement:
A welcome was given to all members for the Growl.
Acting Dog Trainer PDD Mike Maddox led the opening prayer.
DOG’S OF OFFICE:
Elected Officers:
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. (excused)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer (excused)
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski (excused)
Police Dog: DD Ray Brown (present)
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr. (present)
Appointed Officers:
Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown (present)
Deputy Dog Robber: PDD Ron Ambrose (present)
Watch Dog: DD Richard “Doc” Bentley (present)
Barking Dog: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
RECOGNITION OF DIGNITARIES:
NC Pack Worthy Junior Vice Pack Leader, PDD Robert Klenotiz
2020 Kennel Pack Dog Robber of the Year, 2019 John Zak Pound Dog Robber of the Year, and 2016 NC Pack Dog of the Year, PDD Ron Ambrose.
SCRATCHINGS:
Scratching’s were read by Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester Scratching’s have been posted to the website, emailed, and notice was posted on the Facebook page; motion was made to accept, all in favor, motion carried.
MEMORIAL SERVICE:
None
REPORT OF SICKNESS AND DISTRESS:
1. PUP David A. McCarty is still the Landings of Swansboro Assisted Living home, Dogs are doing regular visits.
2. PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. continues to mend from his surgery.
3. PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. brother–in-law passed away. His brother-in-law is a Marine.
4. Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy’s mother passed away.
5. DD Bob Shannon is facing medical issues and needs some prayers.
REPORTS:
1. Dog Robber Report:
We had 11 Dog's in the house 3 guest (a future mongrel)
2. 3 Dogs were dropped due to non-payment of dues.
Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown gives the Dog Robber Report. DD Richard “Doc” Bentley moves to accept, PDD Mike Maddox seconds, all in favor, motion carried pending audit.
OLD BUSINESS:
None
SPECIAL BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS:
None
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Motion made to donate dog and cat food collected at this Growl be taken to the Pit Bull rescue in Carteret County as part of our Operation Chow Hound.
2. Military Order of the Devil Dogs (MODD) donated $74,000 to the Children’s Hospital at the 83rd Supreme Growl held on 16 August 2023 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
3. Elections will be held at the 18 November 2023 Pound Growl. PDD Tim Manchester and PDD Mike Maddox are heading up the Election Committee.
4. A motion was made and passed that a “Challenge Coin” be required to be carried by every Dog at all upcoming Growls.
GOOD OF THE ORDER:
1. Donations were collected for the Children’s Hospital.
2. Because of the generosity of the Dogs of CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370, NC Pack 286 pounds of dog food will be dropped off at the Pit Bull Resue in Carteret County.
3. 23 October 2023: Beirut Memorial Observance; Lejeune Memorial Gardens; Jacksonville, NC at 1400.
4. 4 November 2023: The Onslow County Veteran’s Day Parade Western Blvd, Jacksonville, NC at 1000.
5. 11 November 2022: Retiree Ball to be held at Marston Pavilion, Camp Lejeune,730 Seth Williams Blvd, Camp Lejeune, NC 28547. Tickets are $65 per person, see PDD Alexander “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. for details and tickets.
6. The town of Swansboro will hold a Veterans Day Ceremony at the Swansboro High School on 11 November 2023 at 1400.
7. Oriental Detachment #1413 had four Disabled Veterans and two escorts on a trip to Norway.
8. A 50/50 raffle was held at the end of the Growl. $67 was collected. PDD Robert Klenotiz won the $33 and donated it back to the Pound. All money collected goes to the Children’s Hospital fund.
CLOSING CEREMONY:
There being no further business to discuss, at 1200 Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy conducted the Closing Ceremony and adjourned the Growl.
Next Growl is scheduled for 18 November 2023 at the Captain's Table Restaurant, 4113 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC 28557. Chow at 0800, Growl at 0900.
PDD Tim Manchester 14-178
Barking Dog
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Pound Growl 16 September 2023
Location: Swansboro Moose Lodge 1425, Swansboro, NC
Time: 1000
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy
Dogs in House: 11 Mongrels rounded up: 1 Guest: 2 Total in Attendance: 14
At 1000 all Dogs partook in some Kibbles and some soft round chewy treat-treats, and all were well fed and watered. Dogs brought some tasty pot luck dishes for all to enjoy.
Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy called to order the Growl of the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 Military Order of the Devil Dogs at 1130. Pound Keeper called for a moment of silence to remember those Dogs that have reported to the Supreme Commandant.
Pound Keeper Opening Statement:
A welcome was given to all members for the Growl.
Acting Dog Trainer PDD Mike Maddox led the opening prayer.
DOG’S OF OFFICE:
Elected Officers:
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. (excused)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer (excused)
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski (excused)
Police Dog: DD Ray Brown (present)
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr. (present)
Appointed Officers:
Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown (present)
Deputy Dog Robber: PDD Ron Ambrose (present)
Watch Dog: DD Richard “Doc” Bentley (present)
Barking Dog: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
RECOGNITION OF DIGNITARIES:
NC Pack Worthy Junior Vice Pack Leader, PDD Robert Klenotiz
2020 Kennel Pack Dog Robber of the Year, 2019 John Zak Pound Dog Robber of the Year, and 2016 NC Pack Dog of the Year, PDD Ron Ambrose.
SCRATCHINGS:
Scratching’s were read by Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester Scratching’s have been posted to the website, emailed, and notice was posted on the Facebook page; motion was made to accept, all in favor, motion carried.
MEMORIAL SERVICE:
None
REPORT OF SICKNESS AND DISTRESS:
1. PUP David A. McCarty is still the Landings of Swansboro Assisted Living home, Dogs are doing regular visits.
2. PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. continues to mend from his surgery.
3. PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. brother–in-law passed away. His brother-in-law is a Marine.
4. Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy’s mother passed away.
5. DD Bob Shannon is facing medical issues and needs some prayers.
REPORTS:
1. Dog Robber Report:
We had 11 Dog's in the house 3 guest (a future mongrel)
2. 3 Dogs were dropped due to non-payment of dues.
Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown gives the Dog Robber Report. DD Richard “Doc” Bentley moves to accept, PDD Mike Maddox seconds, all in favor, motion carried pending audit.
OLD BUSINESS:
None
SPECIAL BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS:
None
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Motion made to donate dog and cat food collected at this Growl be taken to the Pit Bull rescue in Carteret County as part of our Operation Chow Hound.
2. Military Order of the Devil Dogs (MODD) donated $74,000 to the Children’s Hospital at the 83rd Supreme Growl held on 16 August 2023 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
3. Elections will be held at the 18 November 2023 Pound Growl. PDD Tim Manchester and PDD Mike Maddox are heading up the Election Committee.
4. A motion was made and passed that a “Challenge Coin” be required to be carried by every Dog at all upcoming Growls.
GOOD OF THE ORDER:
1. Donations were collected for the Children’s Hospital.
2. Because of the generosity of the Dogs of CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370, NC Pack 286 pounds of dog food will be dropped off at the Pit Bull Resue in Carteret County.
3. 23 October 2023: Beirut Memorial Observance; Lejeune Memorial Gardens; Jacksonville, NC at 1400.
4. 4 November 2023: The Onslow County Veteran’s Day Parade Western Blvd, Jacksonville, NC at 1000.
5. 11 November 2022: Retiree Ball to be held at Marston Pavilion, Camp Lejeune,730 Seth Williams Blvd, Camp Lejeune, NC 28547. Tickets are $65 per person, see PDD Alexander “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. for details and tickets.
6. The town of Swansboro will hold a Veterans Day Ceremony at the Swansboro High School on 11 November 2023 at 1400.
7. Oriental Detachment #1413 had four Disabled Veterans and two escorts on a trip to Norway.
8. A 50/50 raffle was held at the end of the Growl. $67 was collected. PDD Robert Klenotiz won the $33 and donated it back to the Pound. All money collected goes to the Children’s Hospital fund.
CLOSING CEREMONY:
There being no further business to discuss, at 1200 Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy conducted the Closing Ceremony and adjourned the Growl.
Next Growl is scheduled for 18 November 2023 at the Captain's Table Restaurant, 4113 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC 28557. Chow at 0800, Growl at 0900.
PDD Tim Manchester 14-178
Barking Dog
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
Pound Growl 15 April 2023
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Pound Growl 15 April 2023
Location: The Captain's Table restaurant in Morehead City, NC
Time: 0830
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy
Dogs in House: 9 Mongrels rounded up: 0 Guest: 2 Total in Attendance: 11
At 0800 all Dogs partook in some Kibbles and some soft round chewy treat-treats, and all were
well fed and watered.
Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy called to order the Annual Growl of the CWO3 Edward J. Albus
Pound #370 Military Order of the Devil Dogs at 0900.
Pound Keeper called for a moment of silence to remember those Dogs that have reported to the
Supreme Commandant.
Pound Keeper Opening Statement: A welcome was given to all members for the Growl.
Dog Trainer PDD Lisa Ciesielski led the opening prayer.
DOG’S OF OFFICE:
Elected Officers:
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. (excused)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Tim Manchester (excused)
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer (present)
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski (present)
Police Dog: DD Ray Brown (excused)
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr. (present)
Appointed Officers:
Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown (present)
Deputy Dog Robber: PDD Ron Ambrose (present)
Watchdog: DD Richard “Doc” Bentley (present)
Barking Dog: PDD Tim Manchester (excused)
RECOGNITION OF DIGNITARIES:
NC Pack Sr. Pack Leader Keith Shearin
NC Pack Jr. Pack Leader Reggie Sawyer
2020 NC Pack Dog of the Year, Honorable Kennel Dog Trainer, and Worthy NC Pack
Dog Trainer, PDD Lisa Cieselski.
2020 Kennel Pack Dog Robber of the Year, 2019 John Zak Pound Dog Robber of the Year, and
2016 NC Pack Dog of the Year, PDD Ron Ambrose.
Worthy NC Past Pack Leader, National Historian, and Worthy Pack Historian PDD
GregCiesielski.
SCRATCHINGS: From the 12/03/2022 Growl
Scratching was prepared by the Pound Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown. Scratching have been
posted to the website, emailed, and notice was posted on the Facebook page; no additions or
corrections Scratchings approved as distributed.
MEMORIAL SERVICE:None
REPORT OF SICKNESS AND DISTRESS:
1. PUP David A. McCarty is still the Landings of Swansboro Assisted Living home, Dogs are
doing regular visits.
2.PDD Michael D. McCulley is doing well
3 PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski has had back surgery and is doing well
REPORTS:
1. Pound KeeperTracy reminded everyone to think about taking a Pound Officer position when
we have our upcoming election this Fall. All positions will be open. Steve Tracy has served for 2
years as Pound Keeper and Jerry Brown will be stepping down as Dog Robber.
2. Dog Robber Report: had 11 Dogs in the house
We collected $16.00 passport fees and fines and $139.92 for the Children Fund to be sent to
the Kennel. Regular fines were $14.25
We have 10 Life Members and 22 regular members 18 have paid their 2023 dues and 4 have
not. Dogs not paid Hank Gottard, Dave McCarty, Harold Simmons and Ray Smith
Please get your dues to me at Jerry Brown P.O. Box 708 Williston NC 28589 so you will be all
paid up and I will be mailing the dues cards I get out.
If you do not plan on renewing please let me know so I can take you off the list.
3.Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown gives the Dog Robber Report. A motion was made by PDD
Scott Shermeyer and seconded to accept the Dog Robber’s report, Motion carried, subject to
audit
4.Smart Dog PDD Scott Shermeyer Expressed concerns about Missing Pound Gear (American
Flag and stand and the Bible, ect. Anyone who has had this gear please look and see if you still
have it. We need to have a complete inventory of the pound gear done and completed before
the next election of Pound Officers
5.Dog Trainer PDD Lisa Ciesielski Please notify the Dog Trainer if you know any Dog’s who are
sick or have passed away so cards can be sent out or the proper paperwork can be sent in.
OLD BUSINESS:
PUP Andrew Anthoney was advanced to Devil Dog (DD) at the Pack Growl Held in Havelock
March 17. 2023 Hopefully we can get him his PDD next year.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy requested that the Dogs come up with ideas for fundraising
and recruitment. Many ideas were discussed and requested that you send ideas to the Pound
Keeper.
2. A motion was made by PDD Greg Ciesielski and seconded to purchase a ½ page add ($75)
in the 2023 Department Convention add book. Vote count 6 for 5 against, motion carried
3. A motion was made by DD Joe Beam and seconded to accept Al Farrell as a PUP into the
Pound. Motion carried
4. A motion was made by PDD Scott Shermeyer and seconded to accept DD Michael Paul as a
reinstated member into the Poundr. Motion carried
5. Pound Keeper Steve presented DD Joe Beam with the Pound Dog of the Year medal, pin
and ribbon for being the 2022 Pound Dog of the Year
GOOD OF THE ORDER:
1. 164 lbs dry dog food, 24 cans of wet dog food 29 lbs dry cat food were collected
2. Our next Growl will be a combined Growl with Pound 143, June 3 at the Swansboro Moose
Lodge.
3. The Pack Grand Growl will be June 9 in Jacksonville NC
4. The 2023 Grand Growl will be in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
PDD Jerry Brown
Dog Robber
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
END OF
SCRATCHINGS
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Pound Growl 15 April 2023
Location: The Captain's Table restaurant in Morehead City, NC
Time: 0830
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy
Dogs in House: 9 Mongrels rounded up: 0 Guest: 2 Total in Attendance: 11
At 0800 all Dogs partook in some Kibbles and some soft round chewy treat-treats, and all were
well fed and watered.
Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy called to order the Annual Growl of the CWO3 Edward J. Albus
Pound #370 Military Order of the Devil Dogs at 0900.
Pound Keeper called for a moment of silence to remember those Dogs that have reported to the
Supreme Commandant.
Pound Keeper Opening Statement: A welcome was given to all members for the Growl.
Dog Trainer PDD Lisa Ciesielski led the opening prayer.
DOG’S OF OFFICE:
Elected Officers:
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. (excused)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Tim Manchester (excused)
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer (present)
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski (present)
Police Dog: DD Ray Brown (excused)
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr. (present)
Appointed Officers:
Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown (present)
Deputy Dog Robber: PDD Ron Ambrose (present)
Watchdog: DD Richard “Doc” Bentley (present)
Barking Dog: PDD Tim Manchester (excused)
RECOGNITION OF DIGNITARIES:
NC Pack Sr. Pack Leader Keith Shearin
NC Pack Jr. Pack Leader Reggie Sawyer
2020 NC Pack Dog of the Year, Honorable Kennel Dog Trainer, and Worthy NC Pack
Dog Trainer, PDD Lisa Cieselski.
2020 Kennel Pack Dog Robber of the Year, 2019 John Zak Pound Dog Robber of the Year, and
2016 NC Pack Dog of the Year, PDD Ron Ambrose.
Worthy NC Past Pack Leader, National Historian, and Worthy Pack Historian PDD
GregCiesielski.
SCRATCHINGS: From the 12/03/2022 Growl
Scratching was prepared by the Pound Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown. Scratching have been
posted to the website, emailed, and notice was posted on the Facebook page; no additions or
corrections Scratchings approved as distributed.
MEMORIAL SERVICE:None
REPORT OF SICKNESS AND DISTRESS:
1. PUP David A. McCarty is still the Landings of Swansboro Assisted Living home, Dogs are
doing regular visits.
2.PDD Michael D. McCulley is doing well
3 PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski has had back surgery and is doing well
REPORTS:
1. Pound KeeperTracy reminded everyone to think about taking a Pound Officer position when
we have our upcoming election this Fall. All positions will be open. Steve Tracy has served for 2
years as Pound Keeper and Jerry Brown will be stepping down as Dog Robber.
2. Dog Robber Report: had 11 Dogs in the house
We collected $16.00 passport fees and fines and $139.92 for the Children Fund to be sent to
the Kennel. Regular fines were $14.25
We have 10 Life Members and 22 regular members 18 have paid their 2023 dues and 4 have
not. Dogs not paid Hank Gottard, Dave McCarty, Harold Simmons and Ray Smith
Please get your dues to me at Jerry Brown P.O. Box 708 Williston NC 28589 so you will be all
paid up and I will be mailing the dues cards I get out.
If you do not plan on renewing please let me know so I can take you off the list.
3.Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown gives the Dog Robber Report. A motion was made by PDD
Scott Shermeyer and seconded to accept the Dog Robber’s report, Motion carried, subject to
audit
4.Smart Dog PDD Scott Shermeyer Expressed concerns about Missing Pound Gear (American
Flag and stand and the Bible, ect. Anyone who has had this gear please look and see if you still
have it. We need to have a complete inventory of the pound gear done and completed before
the next election of Pound Officers
5.Dog Trainer PDD Lisa Ciesielski Please notify the Dog Trainer if you know any Dog’s who are
sick or have passed away so cards can be sent out or the proper paperwork can be sent in.
OLD BUSINESS:
PUP Andrew Anthoney was advanced to Devil Dog (DD) at the Pack Growl Held in Havelock
March 17. 2023 Hopefully we can get him his PDD next year.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy requested that the Dogs come up with ideas for fundraising
and recruitment. Many ideas were discussed and requested that you send ideas to the Pound
Keeper.
2. A motion was made by PDD Greg Ciesielski and seconded to purchase a ½ page add ($75)
in the 2023 Department Convention add book. Vote count 6 for 5 against, motion carried
3. A motion was made by DD Joe Beam and seconded to accept Al Farrell as a PUP into the
Pound. Motion carried
4. A motion was made by PDD Scott Shermeyer and seconded to accept DD Michael Paul as a
reinstated member into the Poundr. Motion carried
5. Pound Keeper Steve presented DD Joe Beam with the Pound Dog of the Year medal, pin
and ribbon for being the 2022 Pound Dog of the Year
GOOD OF THE ORDER:
1. 164 lbs dry dog food, 24 cans of wet dog food 29 lbs dry cat food were collected
2. Our next Growl will be a combined Growl with Pound 143, June 3 at the Swansboro Moose
Lodge.
3. The Pack Grand Growl will be June 9 in Jacksonville NC
4. The 2023 Grand Growl will be in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
PDD Jerry Brown
Dog Robber
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
END OF
SCRATCHINGS
Pound Growl 3 December 2022
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Pound Growl 3 December 2022
Swansboro Food and beverage Company, Swansboro, NC
Time: 0830
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy
Dogs in House: 13 Mongrels rounded up: 0 Guest: 0 Total in Attendance: 13
At 0830 all Dogs partook in some Kibbles and some soft round chewy treat-treats, and all were well fed and watered.
Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy called to order the Annual Growl of the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 Military Order of the Devil Dogs at 0930. Pound Keeper called for a moment of silence to remember those Dogs that have reported to the Supreme Commandant.
Pound Keeper Opening Statement: A welcome was given to all members for the Growl.
Dog Trainer PDD Lisa Ciesielski led the opening prayer.
DOG’S OF OFFICE:
Elected Officers:
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. (excused)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Tim Manchester (excused)
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer (present)
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski (present)
Police Dog: DD Ray Brown (present)
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr. (present)
Appointed Officers:
Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown (present)
Deputy Dog Robber: PDD Ron Ambrose (present)
Watch Dog: DD Richard “Doc” Bentley (present)
Barking Dog: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
RECOGNITION OF DIGNITARIES:
2020 NC Pack Dog of the Year, Honorable Kennel Dog Trainer, and Worthy NC Pack Dog Trainer, PDD Lisa Cieselski.
2020 Kennel Pack Dog Robber of the Year, 2019 John Zak Pound Dog Robber of the Year, and 2016 NC Pack Dog of the Year, PDD Ron Ambrose.
Worthy NC Past Pack Leader, National Historian, and Worthy Pack Historian PDD Greg Ciesielski.
SCRATCHINGS:
Scratching’s were prepared by Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester. Scratching’s have been posted to the website, emailed, and notice was posted on the Facebook page; motion was made by Joe Beam to accept, all in favor, motion carried.
MEMORIAL SERVICE:
None
REPORT OF SICKNESS AND DISTRESS:
1. PUP David A. McCarty is still in the Landings of Swansboro Assisted Living home, Dogs are doing regular visits.
2. DD Michael D. McCulley is doing well
REPORTS:
1. Dog Robber Report:
We had 13 Dogs in the house
We collected $22.00 passport fees and fines and $22.82 for the Children Fund to be sent to the Kennel. Regular fines were $11.50 Dues 12.00
We have 10 Life Members and 22 regular members 16 have paid their 2023 dues and 6 have not.
Please get your dues to me at Jerry Brown P.O. Box 708 Williston NC 28589 so you will be all paid up and I will be mailing the dues cards I get out.
If you do not plan on renewing please let me know so I can take you off the list.
Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown gives the Dog Robber Report. DD Ray Brown moves to accept, DD Joe Beam seconds, all in favor, motion carried pending audit.
Smart Dog Scott Schermeyer reported he is trying to get a list of the changed to the Kennel Bylaws but hasn’t been successful so far. All Officers need to bring their binders with them to the meetings.
Missing Pound Gear (American Flag and stand and the Bible). Anyone who has had this gear please look and see if you still have it.
Dog Trainer PDD Lisa Ciesielski Please notify the Dog Trainer if you know any Dog’s who are sick or who have passed away so cards can be sent out or the proper paperwork can be sent in.
OLD BUSINESS:
None
SPECIAL BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS:
None
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy request that the Dogs come up with ideas for fundraising and recruitment. Many ideas were discussed and requested that you send ideas to the Pound Keeper.
2. PDD Greg Ciesielski makes a motion to send the dog and cat food collected at this Growl to the (No Kill) Lenoir County Animal Rescue Shelter. PDD Richard “Doc” Bentley seconds, all Dogs voted in favor.
3. Past Pack Leader PDD Greg Ciesielski chaired the nomination and election of Pound Officers. All existing Pound Officers agreed to stay in the same positions for the coming year if elected. Nominations from the floor were called for and none were received. The chair asked the Dog Robber to cast one vote for all positions. Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown cast one vote to elect the present officers to the same positions for the 2023 term of office. Past Pack Leader PDD Greg Ciesielski held the instillation of Officers for the 2023 elected and appointed officers
4. Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy called for a 5 minute recess
5. Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy called meeting back to order
6. During the recess the Past Pound 370 Dog’s of the year selected DD Joe Beam 2022 Pound 370 Dog of the year
GOOD OF THE ORDER:
1. 260 pounds of dog food was collected
2. The 2023 Grand Growl will be in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
PDD Jerry Brown 15-252
Dog Robber
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
END OF
SCRATCHINGS
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Pound Growl 3 December 2022
Swansboro Food and beverage Company, Swansboro, NC
Time: 0830
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy
Dogs in House: 13 Mongrels rounded up: 0 Guest: 0 Total in Attendance: 13
At 0830 all Dogs partook in some Kibbles and some soft round chewy treat-treats, and all were well fed and watered.
Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy called to order the Annual Growl of the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 Military Order of the Devil Dogs at 0930. Pound Keeper called for a moment of silence to remember those Dogs that have reported to the Supreme Commandant.
Pound Keeper Opening Statement: A welcome was given to all members for the Growl.
Dog Trainer PDD Lisa Ciesielski led the opening prayer.
DOG’S OF OFFICE:
Elected Officers:
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. (excused)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Tim Manchester (excused)
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer (present)
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski (present)
Police Dog: DD Ray Brown (present)
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr. (present)
Appointed Officers:
Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown (present)
Deputy Dog Robber: PDD Ron Ambrose (present)
Watch Dog: DD Richard “Doc” Bentley (present)
Barking Dog: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
RECOGNITION OF DIGNITARIES:
2020 NC Pack Dog of the Year, Honorable Kennel Dog Trainer, and Worthy NC Pack Dog Trainer, PDD Lisa Cieselski.
2020 Kennel Pack Dog Robber of the Year, 2019 John Zak Pound Dog Robber of the Year, and 2016 NC Pack Dog of the Year, PDD Ron Ambrose.
Worthy NC Past Pack Leader, National Historian, and Worthy Pack Historian PDD Greg Ciesielski.
SCRATCHINGS:
Scratching’s were prepared by Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester. Scratching’s have been posted to the website, emailed, and notice was posted on the Facebook page; motion was made by Joe Beam to accept, all in favor, motion carried.
MEMORIAL SERVICE:
None
REPORT OF SICKNESS AND DISTRESS:
1. PUP David A. McCarty is still in the Landings of Swansboro Assisted Living home, Dogs are doing regular visits.
2. DD Michael D. McCulley is doing well
REPORTS:
1. Dog Robber Report:
We had 13 Dogs in the house
We collected $22.00 passport fees and fines and $22.82 for the Children Fund to be sent to the Kennel. Regular fines were $11.50 Dues 12.00
We have 10 Life Members and 22 regular members 16 have paid their 2023 dues and 6 have not.
Please get your dues to me at Jerry Brown P.O. Box 708 Williston NC 28589 so you will be all paid up and I will be mailing the dues cards I get out.
If you do not plan on renewing please let me know so I can take you off the list.
Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown gives the Dog Robber Report. DD Ray Brown moves to accept, DD Joe Beam seconds, all in favor, motion carried pending audit.
Smart Dog Scott Schermeyer reported he is trying to get a list of the changed to the Kennel Bylaws but hasn’t been successful so far. All Officers need to bring their binders with them to the meetings.
Missing Pound Gear (American Flag and stand and the Bible). Anyone who has had this gear please look and see if you still have it.
Dog Trainer PDD Lisa Ciesielski Please notify the Dog Trainer if you know any Dog’s who are sick or who have passed away so cards can be sent out or the proper paperwork can be sent in.
OLD BUSINESS:
None
SPECIAL BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS:
None
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy request that the Dogs come up with ideas for fundraising and recruitment. Many ideas were discussed and requested that you send ideas to the Pound Keeper.
2. PDD Greg Ciesielski makes a motion to send the dog and cat food collected at this Growl to the (No Kill) Lenoir County Animal Rescue Shelter. PDD Richard “Doc” Bentley seconds, all Dogs voted in favor.
3. Past Pack Leader PDD Greg Ciesielski chaired the nomination and election of Pound Officers. All existing Pound Officers agreed to stay in the same positions for the coming year if elected. Nominations from the floor were called for and none were received. The chair asked the Dog Robber to cast one vote for all positions. Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown cast one vote to elect the present officers to the same positions for the 2023 term of office. Past Pack Leader PDD Greg Ciesielski held the instillation of Officers for the 2023 elected and appointed officers
4. Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy called for a 5 minute recess
5. Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy called meeting back to order
6. During the recess the Past Pound 370 Dog’s of the year selected DD Joe Beam 2022 Pound 370 Dog of the year
GOOD OF THE ORDER:
1. 260 pounds of dog food was collected
2. The 2023 Grand Growl will be in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
PDD Jerry Brown 15-252
Dog Robber
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
END OF
SCRATCHINGS
Pound Growl 10 September 2022
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Pound Growl 10 September 2022
Location: Captain’s Table, Morehead City, NC
Time: 0800
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy
Dogs in House: 12 Mongrels rounded up: 0 Guest: 1 Total in Attendance: 13
At 0800 all Dogs partook in some Kibbles and some soft round chewy treat-treats, and all were well fed and watered.
Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy called to order the Growl of the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 Military Order of the Devil Dogs at 0900. Pound Keeper called for a moment of silence to remember those Dogs that have reported to the Supreme Commandant.
Pound Keeper Opening Statement:
A welcome was given to all members for the Growl.
Dog Trainer PDD Lisa Ciesielski led the opening prayer.
DOG’S OF OFFICE:
Elected Officers:
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. (excused)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer (excused)
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski (present)
Police Dog: DD Ray Brown (present)
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr. (present)
Appointed Officers:
Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown (present)
Deputy Dog Robber: PDD Ron Ambrose (present)
Watch Dog: DD Richard “Doc” Bentley (present)
Barking Dog: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
RECOGNITION OF DIGNITARIES:
2020 NC Pack Dog of the Year, Honorable Kennel Dog Trainer, and Worthy NC Pack
Dog Trainer, PDD Lisa Cieselski.
2020 Kennel Pack Dog Robber of the Year, 2019 John Zak Pound Dog Robber of the Year, and 2016 NC Pack Dog of the Year, PDD Ron Ambrose.
Worthy NC Past Pack Leader, National Historian, and Worthy Pack Historian PDD Greg Ciesielski.
SCRATCHINGS:
Scratching’s were read by Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester Scratching’s have been posted to the website, emailed, and notice was posted on the Facebook page; motion was made to accept, all in favor, motion carried.
MEMORIAL SERVICE:
None
REPORT OF SICKNESS AND DISTRESS:
1. PUP David A. McCarty is still the Landings of Swansboro Assisted Living home, Dogs are doing regular visits.
2. DD Michael D. McCulley is still battling medical issues.
3. PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. has had a heart procedure and is doing well.
REPORTS:
1. Dog Robber Report:
We had 12 Dog's in the house 1 guest (a future mongrel)
We collected $15.00 passport fees and fines and $109.00 for the Children's Fund to be sent to the Kennel. Regular fines were $10.25
We had a life member (Michael Maddox, Jacksonville) transfer to the Pound from Pound 358 Mountain Hounds West Virginia Pack.
We have 10 Life Members and 22 regular members 12 have paid their 2023 dues and 10 have not.
Please get your dues to me at Jerry Brown P.O. Box 708 Williston NC 28589 so you will be all paid up and I will have your new card by the next Growl.
If you do not plan on renewing please let me know so I can take you off the list.
Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown gives the Dog Robber Report. PDD Tim Manchester moves to accept, DD Joe Beam seconds, all in favor, motion carried pending audit.
OLD BUSINESS:
None
SPECIAL BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS:
None
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy request that the Dogs come up with ideas for fundraising and recruitment. Many ideas were discussed and requested that you send ideas to the Pound Keeper.
2. PDD Tim Manchester makes a motion to send the dog and cat food collected at this Growl to those in need from the Kentucky flooding. PDD Richard “Doc” Bentley seconds, all Dogs voted in favor. Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy will be taking a trailer of donations to Kentucky on 13 September 2022.
3. Jesse O. Price Pound #210, NC Pack, will hold a Pound Growl on 1 October 2022
4. Military Order of the Devil Dogs (MODD) donated $83,000 to the Children’s Hospital at the 82nd Supreme Growl held on 17 August 2022 in Daytona Beach, Florida.
GOOD OF THE ORDER:
1. Donations were collected for the Children’s Hospital. A total of $109.00 was raised.
2. Because of the generosity of the Dogs of CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370, NC Pack 130 pounds of dog food and $60 in donations to be dropped off to those in need from the Kentucky flooding.
3. Congratulations to PDD Richard “Doc” Bentley who advanced to Pedigree Devil Dog at the Military Order of the Devil Dogs (MODD) 82nd Supreme Growl held on 17 August 2022 in Daytona Beach, Florida.
4. 16 September 2022: POW/MIA Recognition; Lejeune Memorial Gardens; Jacksonville, NC at 1830.
5. 1 October 2022: Jesse O. Price Pound #210, NC Pack, Pound Growl.
6. 12 October 2022: Navy Corpsman Memorial Dedication; Lejeune Memorial Gardens at 1000.
7. 23 October 2022: Beirut Memorial Observance; Lejeune Memorial Gardens; Jacksonville, NC at 1400.
8. 23 October 2022: Beirut Wreath Laying Ceremony, Camp Geiger, NC at 1700.
9. 5 November 2022: The Onslow County Veteran’s Day Parade Western Blvd, Jacksonville, NC at 1000.
10. 5 November 2022: Retiree Ball to be held at Marston Pavilion, Camp Lejeune,730 Seth Williams Blvd, Camp Lejeune, NC 28547. Tickets are $55 per person, see PDD Alexander “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. for details and tickets.
11. 11 November 2022: 22 LIVES, DAILY 22 MILES, TOGETHER hike 22 miles together, to bring an end to veteran suicide. Visit https://www.marchforthe22.us/ for details.
CLOSING CEREMONY:
There being no further business to discuss, at 0945 Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy. conducted the Closing Ceremony and adjourned the Growl.
Next Growl tentatively scheduled for 3 December 2022 at the Swansboro Moose #1425, 161 Norris Rd, Swansboro, NC 28584.
PDD Tim Manchester 14-178
Barking Dog
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
END OF SCRATCHINGS
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Pound Growl 10 September 2022
Location: Captain’s Table, Morehead City, NC
Time: 0800
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy
Dogs in House: 12 Mongrels rounded up: 0 Guest: 1 Total in Attendance: 13
At 0800 all Dogs partook in some Kibbles and some soft round chewy treat-treats, and all were well fed and watered.
Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy called to order the Growl of the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 Military Order of the Devil Dogs at 0900. Pound Keeper called for a moment of silence to remember those Dogs that have reported to the Supreme Commandant.
Pound Keeper Opening Statement:
A welcome was given to all members for the Growl.
Dog Trainer PDD Lisa Ciesielski led the opening prayer.
DOG’S OF OFFICE:
Elected Officers:
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. (excused)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer (excused)
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski (present)
Police Dog: DD Ray Brown (present)
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr. (present)
Appointed Officers:
Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown (present)
Deputy Dog Robber: PDD Ron Ambrose (present)
Watch Dog: DD Richard “Doc” Bentley (present)
Barking Dog: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
RECOGNITION OF DIGNITARIES:
2020 NC Pack Dog of the Year, Honorable Kennel Dog Trainer, and Worthy NC Pack
Dog Trainer, PDD Lisa Cieselski.
2020 Kennel Pack Dog Robber of the Year, 2019 John Zak Pound Dog Robber of the Year, and 2016 NC Pack Dog of the Year, PDD Ron Ambrose.
Worthy NC Past Pack Leader, National Historian, and Worthy Pack Historian PDD Greg Ciesielski.
SCRATCHINGS:
Scratching’s were read by Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester Scratching’s have been posted to the website, emailed, and notice was posted on the Facebook page; motion was made to accept, all in favor, motion carried.
MEMORIAL SERVICE:
None
REPORT OF SICKNESS AND DISTRESS:
1. PUP David A. McCarty is still the Landings of Swansboro Assisted Living home, Dogs are doing regular visits.
2. DD Michael D. McCulley is still battling medical issues.
3. PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. has had a heart procedure and is doing well.
REPORTS:
1. Dog Robber Report:
We had 12 Dog's in the house 1 guest (a future mongrel)
We collected $15.00 passport fees and fines and $109.00 for the Children's Fund to be sent to the Kennel. Regular fines were $10.25
We had a life member (Michael Maddox, Jacksonville) transfer to the Pound from Pound 358 Mountain Hounds West Virginia Pack.
We have 10 Life Members and 22 regular members 12 have paid their 2023 dues and 10 have not.
Please get your dues to me at Jerry Brown P.O. Box 708 Williston NC 28589 so you will be all paid up and I will have your new card by the next Growl.
If you do not plan on renewing please let me know so I can take you off the list.
Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown gives the Dog Robber Report. PDD Tim Manchester moves to accept, DD Joe Beam seconds, all in favor, motion carried pending audit.
OLD BUSINESS:
None
SPECIAL BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS:
None
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy request that the Dogs come up with ideas for fundraising and recruitment. Many ideas were discussed and requested that you send ideas to the Pound Keeper.
2. PDD Tim Manchester makes a motion to send the dog and cat food collected at this Growl to those in need from the Kentucky flooding. PDD Richard “Doc” Bentley seconds, all Dogs voted in favor. Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy will be taking a trailer of donations to Kentucky on 13 September 2022.
3. Jesse O. Price Pound #210, NC Pack, will hold a Pound Growl on 1 October 2022
4. Military Order of the Devil Dogs (MODD) donated $83,000 to the Children’s Hospital at the 82nd Supreme Growl held on 17 August 2022 in Daytona Beach, Florida.
GOOD OF THE ORDER:
1. Donations were collected for the Children’s Hospital. A total of $109.00 was raised.
2. Because of the generosity of the Dogs of CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370, NC Pack 130 pounds of dog food and $60 in donations to be dropped off to those in need from the Kentucky flooding.
3. Congratulations to PDD Richard “Doc” Bentley who advanced to Pedigree Devil Dog at the Military Order of the Devil Dogs (MODD) 82nd Supreme Growl held on 17 August 2022 in Daytona Beach, Florida.
4. 16 September 2022: POW/MIA Recognition; Lejeune Memorial Gardens; Jacksonville, NC at 1830.
5. 1 October 2022: Jesse O. Price Pound #210, NC Pack, Pound Growl.
6. 12 October 2022: Navy Corpsman Memorial Dedication; Lejeune Memorial Gardens at 1000.
7. 23 October 2022: Beirut Memorial Observance; Lejeune Memorial Gardens; Jacksonville, NC at 1400.
8. 23 October 2022: Beirut Wreath Laying Ceremony, Camp Geiger, NC at 1700.
9. 5 November 2022: The Onslow County Veteran’s Day Parade Western Blvd, Jacksonville, NC at 1000.
10. 5 November 2022: Retiree Ball to be held at Marston Pavilion, Camp Lejeune,730 Seth Williams Blvd, Camp Lejeune, NC 28547. Tickets are $55 per person, see PDD Alexander “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. for details and tickets.
11. 11 November 2022: 22 LIVES, DAILY 22 MILES, TOGETHER hike 22 miles together, to bring an end to veteran suicide. Visit https://www.marchforthe22.us/ for details.
CLOSING CEREMONY:
There being no further business to discuss, at 0945 Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy. conducted the Closing Ceremony and adjourned the Growl.
Next Growl tentatively scheduled for 3 December 2022 at the Swansboro Moose #1425, 161 Norris Rd, Swansboro, NC 28584.
PDD Tim Manchester 14-178
Barking Dog
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
END OF SCRATCHINGS
Pound Growl 21 May 2022
Location: Moose Lodge 1425, Swansboro, NC
Time: 1000
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy
Dogs in House: 23 Mongrels rounded up: 0 Guest: 0 Total in Attendance: 23
At 1000 all Dogs partook in some Kibbles and some soft round chewy treat-treats, and all were well fed and watered.
Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy called to order the Growl of the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 Military Order of the Devil Dogs at 1050. Pound Keeper called for a moment of silence to remember those Dogs that have reported to the Supreme Commandant.
This was a joint Pound Growl with Robert V. Flowers Pound #143, NC Pack.
Pound Keeper Opening Statement:
A welcome was given to all members for the Growl.
Dog Trainer PDD Lisa Ciesielski led the opening prayer.
DOG’S OF OFFICE:
Elected Officers:
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. (present)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer (present)
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski (present)
Police Dog: DD Ray Brown (present_
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr. (present)
Appointed Officers:
Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown (present)
Deputy Dog Robber: PDD Ron Ambrose (present)
Watch Dog: DD Richard “Doc” Bentley (present)
Barking Dog: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
RECOGNITION OF DIGNITARIES:
Honorable Deputy Mad Dog, Worthy NC Pack Senior Vice Pound Keeper, and Jesse O. Price Pound #210 Pound Keeper, PDD Keith Shearin.
Honorable Deputy Barking Dog, PDD Tom Bates.
2020 NC Pack Dog of the Year, Honorable Kennel Deputy Dog Trainer, and Worthy NC Pack
Dog Trainer, PDD Lisa Cieselski.
2022 Marine Corps League Department of North Carolina Marine of the Year, DD Dennis Fusco.
2020 Kennel Pack Dog Robber of the Year, 2019 John Zak Pound Dog Robber of the Year, and 2016 NC Pack Dog of the Year, PDD Ron Ambrose.
Worthy NC Past Pack Leader, National Historian, and Worthy Pack Historian PDD Greg Ciesielski.
Robert V. Flowers Pound #143, NC Pack Officers and members.
SCRATCHINGS:
Scratching’s were read by Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester Scratching’s have been posted to the website, emailed, and notice was posted on the Facebook page; motion was made to accept, all in favor, motion carried.
MEMORIAL SERVICE:
PDD Heck
PDD Dennis Brockland
REPORT OF SICKNESS AND DISTRESS:
1. PUP David A. McCarty is still the Landings of Swansboro Assisted Living home, Dogs are doing regular visits.
2. DD Michael D. McCulley is still battling medical issues.
3. Marine Andrew Anthony will be having another surgery soon.
4. PDD Scott Shermeyer reports that Marine SSgt Craig Shafer who was in Hospice at Carteret Medical Center, Morehead City, NC passed away last night.
REPORTS:
1. Dog Robber Report:
Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown gives the Dog Robber Report. PDD Tim Manchester moves to accept, PDD Scott Shermeyer seconds, all in favor, motion carried pending audit.
OLD BUSINESS:
None
SPECIAL BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS:
None
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy request that the Dogs come up with ideas for fundraising and recruitment.
2. Pound Keeper Jesse O. Price Pound #210, NC Pack, PDD Keith Shearin reports that Pound #210 will hold a Pound Growl on 16 July 2022. They will be able to advance Pups to DD at this Growl. This will make them eligible for advancement to PDD at the 2023 Supreme Growl in Oklahoma.
GOOD OF THE ORDER:
1. Donations were collected for the Children’s Hospital. A total of $207.48 was raised.
2. Because of the generosity of the Dogs of CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370, NC Pack and Robert V. Flowers Pound #143, 485.5 pounds of dog food and 146.5 pounds of cat food for a total of 632 pounds of food will be dropped off to the Onslow County Animal Shelter.
3. PDD Julianne Froncek announced that she has transferred from the Marine Corps League Onslow County Detachment #262 to the Swansboro Detachment #1407.
4. PDD Ray Randall announced that he is the newly elected Commandant for the Marine Corps League Onslow County Detachment #262.
5. DD Dennis Fusco announced that the Marine Corps League Hampstead Detachment #1321 is collecting food for the Food Bank.
CLOSING CEREMONY:
There being no further business to discuss, at 1215 Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy. conducted the Closing Ceremony and adjourned the Growl.
Next Growl TBD in the New Bern, NC area.
PDD Tim Manchester 14-178
Barking Dog
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
END OF SCRATCHINGS
Time: 1000
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy
Dogs in House: 23 Mongrels rounded up: 0 Guest: 0 Total in Attendance: 23
At 1000 all Dogs partook in some Kibbles and some soft round chewy treat-treats, and all were well fed and watered.
Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy called to order the Growl of the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 Military Order of the Devil Dogs at 1050. Pound Keeper called for a moment of silence to remember those Dogs that have reported to the Supreme Commandant.
This was a joint Pound Growl with Robert V. Flowers Pound #143, NC Pack.
Pound Keeper Opening Statement:
A welcome was given to all members for the Growl.
Dog Trainer PDD Lisa Ciesielski led the opening prayer.
DOG’S OF OFFICE:
Elected Officers:
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. (present)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer (present)
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski (present)
Police Dog: DD Ray Brown (present_
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr. (present)
Appointed Officers:
Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown (present)
Deputy Dog Robber: PDD Ron Ambrose (present)
Watch Dog: DD Richard “Doc” Bentley (present)
Barking Dog: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
RECOGNITION OF DIGNITARIES:
Honorable Deputy Mad Dog, Worthy NC Pack Senior Vice Pound Keeper, and Jesse O. Price Pound #210 Pound Keeper, PDD Keith Shearin.
Honorable Deputy Barking Dog, PDD Tom Bates.
2020 NC Pack Dog of the Year, Honorable Kennel Deputy Dog Trainer, and Worthy NC Pack
Dog Trainer, PDD Lisa Cieselski.
2022 Marine Corps League Department of North Carolina Marine of the Year, DD Dennis Fusco.
2020 Kennel Pack Dog Robber of the Year, 2019 John Zak Pound Dog Robber of the Year, and 2016 NC Pack Dog of the Year, PDD Ron Ambrose.
Worthy NC Past Pack Leader, National Historian, and Worthy Pack Historian PDD Greg Ciesielski.
Robert V. Flowers Pound #143, NC Pack Officers and members.
SCRATCHINGS:
Scratching’s were read by Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester Scratching’s have been posted to the website, emailed, and notice was posted on the Facebook page; motion was made to accept, all in favor, motion carried.
MEMORIAL SERVICE:
PDD Heck
PDD Dennis Brockland
REPORT OF SICKNESS AND DISTRESS:
1. PUP David A. McCarty is still the Landings of Swansboro Assisted Living home, Dogs are doing regular visits.
2. DD Michael D. McCulley is still battling medical issues.
3. Marine Andrew Anthony will be having another surgery soon.
4. PDD Scott Shermeyer reports that Marine SSgt Craig Shafer who was in Hospice at Carteret Medical Center, Morehead City, NC passed away last night.
REPORTS:
1. Dog Robber Report:
Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown gives the Dog Robber Report. PDD Tim Manchester moves to accept, PDD Scott Shermeyer seconds, all in favor, motion carried pending audit.
OLD BUSINESS:
None
SPECIAL BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS:
None
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy request that the Dogs come up with ideas for fundraising and recruitment.
2. Pound Keeper Jesse O. Price Pound #210, NC Pack, PDD Keith Shearin reports that Pound #210 will hold a Pound Growl on 16 July 2022. They will be able to advance Pups to DD at this Growl. This will make them eligible for advancement to PDD at the 2023 Supreme Growl in Oklahoma.
GOOD OF THE ORDER:
1. Donations were collected for the Children’s Hospital. A total of $207.48 was raised.
2. Because of the generosity of the Dogs of CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370, NC Pack and Robert V. Flowers Pound #143, 485.5 pounds of dog food and 146.5 pounds of cat food for a total of 632 pounds of food will be dropped off to the Onslow County Animal Shelter.
3. PDD Julianne Froncek announced that she has transferred from the Marine Corps League Onslow County Detachment #262 to the Swansboro Detachment #1407.
4. PDD Ray Randall announced that he is the newly elected Commandant for the Marine Corps League Onslow County Detachment #262.
5. DD Dennis Fusco announced that the Marine Corps League Hampstead Detachment #1321 is collecting food for the Food Bank.
CLOSING CEREMONY:
There being no further business to discuss, at 1215 Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy. conducted the Closing Ceremony and adjourned the Growl.
Next Growl TBD in the New Bern, NC area.
PDD Tim Manchester 14-178
Barking Dog
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
END OF SCRATCHINGS
Pound Growl 5 March 2022
Location: Cox Family Restaurant, Morehead City, NC
Time: 0800
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy
Dogs in House: 16 Mongrels rounded up: 0 Guest: 3 Total in Attendance: 19
At 0800 all Dogs partook in some Kibbles and some soft round chewy treat-treats, and all were well fed and watered. Three guests joined the Dogs and enjoyed some Kibbles and some soft round chewy treat-treats prior to the start of the Growl.
Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy called to order the Growl of the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 Military Order of the Devil Dogs at 0930. Pound Keeper called for a moment of silence to remember those Dogs that have reported to the Supreme Commandant.
Pound Keeper Opening Statement:
A welcome was given to all members for the Growl.
Dog Trainer PDD Lisa Ciesielski led the opening prayer.
DOG’S OF OFFICE:
Elected Officers:
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. (present)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer (present)
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski (present)
Police Dog: Vacant
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr. (present)
Appointed Officers:
Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown (present)
Deputy Dog Robber: PDD Ron Ambrose (present)
Watch Dog: DD Richard “Doc” Bentley (present)
Barking Dog: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
RECOGNITION OF DIGNITARIES:
2020 Kennel Pack Dog Robber of the Year & 2019 John Zak Pound Dog Robber of the Year PDD Ronald Ambrose
Worthy NC Pack Leader & National Historian & Worthy Pack Historian PDD Greg Ciesielski
Honorable Kennel Deputy Dog Trainer & Worthy NC Pack Dog Trainer Lisa Cieselski
2016 NC Pack Dog of the Year - PDD Ron Ambrose
Robert V. Flowers Pound #143, NC Pack Officers and members.
SCRATCHINGS:
Scratching’s were read by Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester Scratching’s have been posted to the website, emailed, and notice was posted on the Facebook page; motion was made to accept, all in favor, motion carried.
MEMORIAL SERVICE:
None
REPORT OF SICKNESS AND DISTRESS:
1. PUP David A. McCarty is still the Landings of Swansboro Assisted Living home, Dogs are doing regular visits.
2. Worthy NC Pack Leader PDD Gregory R. Ciesielski will have surgery on 15 March 2022.
3. DD Michael D. McCulley is still battling medical issues.
REPORTS:
1. Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown gives the Dog Robber Report. PDD Mike Black moves to accept, DD Joe beam seconds, all in favor, motion carried pending audit.
2. Pound Keeper Steve Tracy reports that he attended the Mid-Winter National Conference and that the importance of proper paperwork and Charters was an important topic.
3. Worthy NC Pack Leader PDD Greg Ciesielski reports that there will be a Pack Growl on March 18, 2022 at the Department of North Carolina Membership meeting hosted by Williams/Canter Detachment #1187 in Wilkesboro, NC. The Pack will be hosting a Meet & Greet.
OLD BUSINESS:
The Pound still needs a Police Dog. DD Ray Brown volunteers for the position. All were in favor and The Pound Keeper appointed DD Ray Brown to the position of Pound Dog Robber.
SPECIAL BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS:
None
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy request that the Dogs come up with ideas for fundraising and recruitment.
GOOD OF THE ORDER:
1. Donations were taken up for the Children’s Hospital.
2. Over 120 pounds of dog and cat food was collected. They will be taken to the Carteret County Animal Shelter.
3. PDD Mike Black announces that his daughter-in-law gave birth to a 7 lbs 12 oz boy and that his son had twins that were born premature, but are doing well.
4. Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy passes work about the House in the Woods located in Lee, Maine. Their Mission is to create a therapeutic, recreational, and educational retreat for our nation's U.S. armed forces and their families.
5. PDD Alex Nevgloski Sr. passes the word about the fundraiser for Jax Timothy Harris, great-grandson of PDD Ray Smith. Jax needs open heart surgery and has Trisomy21, the fundraiser will be held between 1200-1800 on 5 March 2022 at Rookies, 1187 North Carolina Hwy 58, Cape Carteret, NC.
CLOSING CEREMONY:
There being no further business to discuss, at 1015 Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy. conducted the Closing Ceremony and adjourned the Growl.
Next Growl will be at 0900 21May 2022 at the Swansboro Moose Lodge. This will be a joint Growl with pound 143.
PDD Tim Manchester 14-178
Barking Dog
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
END OF SCRATCHINGS
Time: 0800
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy
Dogs in House: 16 Mongrels rounded up: 0 Guest: 3 Total in Attendance: 19
At 0800 all Dogs partook in some Kibbles and some soft round chewy treat-treats, and all were well fed and watered. Three guests joined the Dogs and enjoyed some Kibbles and some soft round chewy treat-treats prior to the start of the Growl.
Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy called to order the Growl of the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 Military Order of the Devil Dogs at 0930. Pound Keeper called for a moment of silence to remember those Dogs that have reported to the Supreme Commandant.
Pound Keeper Opening Statement:
A welcome was given to all members for the Growl.
Dog Trainer PDD Lisa Ciesielski led the opening prayer.
DOG’S OF OFFICE:
Elected Officers:
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. (present)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer (present)
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski (present)
Police Dog: Vacant
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr. (present)
Appointed Officers:
Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown (present)
Deputy Dog Robber: PDD Ron Ambrose (present)
Watch Dog: DD Richard “Doc” Bentley (present)
Barking Dog: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
RECOGNITION OF DIGNITARIES:
2020 Kennel Pack Dog Robber of the Year & 2019 John Zak Pound Dog Robber of the Year PDD Ronald Ambrose
Worthy NC Pack Leader & National Historian & Worthy Pack Historian PDD Greg Ciesielski
Honorable Kennel Deputy Dog Trainer & Worthy NC Pack Dog Trainer Lisa Cieselski
2016 NC Pack Dog of the Year - PDD Ron Ambrose
Robert V. Flowers Pound #143, NC Pack Officers and members.
SCRATCHINGS:
Scratching’s were read by Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester Scratching’s have been posted to the website, emailed, and notice was posted on the Facebook page; motion was made to accept, all in favor, motion carried.
MEMORIAL SERVICE:
None
REPORT OF SICKNESS AND DISTRESS:
1. PUP David A. McCarty is still the Landings of Swansboro Assisted Living home, Dogs are doing regular visits.
2. Worthy NC Pack Leader PDD Gregory R. Ciesielski will have surgery on 15 March 2022.
3. DD Michael D. McCulley is still battling medical issues.
REPORTS:
1. Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown gives the Dog Robber Report. PDD Mike Black moves to accept, DD Joe beam seconds, all in favor, motion carried pending audit.
2. Pound Keeper Steve Tracy reports that he attended the Mid-Winter National Conference and that the importance of proper paperwork and Charters was an important topic.
3. Worthy NC Pack Leader PDD Greg Ciesielski reports that there will be a Pack Growl on March 18, 2022 at the Department of North Carolina Membership meeting hosted by Williams/Canter Detachment #1187 in Wilkesboro, NC. The Pack will be hosting a Meet & Greet.
OLD BUSINESS:
The Pound still needs a Police Dog. DD Ray Brown volunteers for the position. All were in favor and The Pound Keeper appointed DD Ray Brown to the position of Pound Dog Robber.
SPECIAL BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS:
None
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy request that the Dogs come up with ideas for fundraising and recruitment.
GOOD OF THE ORDER:
1. Donations were taken up for the Children’s Hospital.
2. Over 120 pounds of dog and cat food was collected. They will be taken to the Carteret County Animal Shelter.
3. PDD Mike Black announces that his daughter-in-law gave birth to a 7 lbs 12 oz boy and that his son had twins that were born premature, but are doing well.
4. Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy passes work about the House in the Woods located in Lee, Maine. Their Mission is to create a therapeutic, recreational, and educational retreat for our nation's U.S. armed forces and their families.
5. PDD Alex Nevgloski Sr. passes the word about the fundraiser for Jax Timothy Harris, great-grandson of PDD Ray Smith. Jax needs open heart surgery and has Trisomy21, the fundraiser will be held between 1200-1800 on 5 March 2022 at Rookies, 1187 North Carolina Hwy 58, Cape Carteret, NC.
CLOSING CEREMONY:
There being no further business to discuss, at 1015 Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy. conducted the Closing Ceremony and adjourned the Growl.
Next Growl will be at 0900 21May 2022 at the Swansboro Moose Lodge. This will be a joint Growl with pound 143.
PDD Tim Manchester 14-178
Barking Dog
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
END OF SCRATCHINGS
Pound Growl 30 October 2021
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Pound Growl 30 October 2021
Location: Moose Lodge 1425, Swansboro, NC
Time: 1200
Pound Keeper: PDD Greg Ciesielski
Dogs in House: 20 Mongrels rounded up: 0 Total in Attendance: 20
Pound Keeper PDD Greg Ciesielski called to order the Growl of the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 Military Order of the Devil Dogs at 1330. Pound Keeper called on the Dog Trainer to drape the charter for all Dogs that have gone to the Supreme Commandant. Kibble and some soft round chewy treat-treats were served and all were well fed and watered.
Pound Keeper Opening Statement:
A welcome was given to all members for the Growl.
Dog Trainer PDD Lisa Ciesielski led the opening prayer.
DOG’S OF OFFICE Pound 370:
Pound Keeper: PDD Greg Ciesielski (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. (present)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (present)
Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown (present)
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer (present)
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr. (present)
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski (present)
Police Dog: vacant
Watch Dog: DD Richard “Doc” Bentley (present)
Barking Dog: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
Archive Dog PDD Greg Ciesielski (present)
RECOGNITION OF DIGNITARIES:
Honorable Junior Vice Chief Devil Dog, Mideast Division, DD Reggie Sawyer
2020 Kennel Pack Dog Robber of the Year & 2019 John Zak Pound Dog Robber of the Year PDD Ronald Ambrose
Worthy NC Pack Leader & National Historian & Worthy Pack Historian PDD Greg Ciesielski
Honorable Kennel Deputy Dog Trainer & Worthy NC Pack Dog Trainer Lisa Cieselski
2016 NC Pack Dog of the Year - PDD Ron Ambrose
Robert V. Flowers Pound #143, NC Pack Officers and members
SCRATCHINGS:
Scratching’s were not read, but briefed by Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester that they are posted to the website, emailed, and notice was posted on the Facebook page; motion was made to accept, all in favor, motion carried.
MEMORIAL SERVICE:
Pound #370: PUP Bobby E Holt
Pound #143: DD Bob Powell
REPORT OF SICKNESS AND DISTRESS:
Pound #370: PUP Dave McCarty
Pound #143: DD Warren Campbell
REPORTS:
Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown gives the Dog Robber Report. PDD Tim Manchester moves to accept, DD Joe beam seconds, all in favor, motion carried pending audit.
OLD BUSINESS:
None.
SPECIAL BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS:
NEW BUSINESS:
1. PDD Steve Tracy receives the 2020 Pound Dog of the Year award from the 2019 Pound Dog of the Year, PDD Alex Nevgloski.
2. DD Richard Bentley receives the 2021 Pound Dog of the Year award from the 2020 Dog of the Year, PDD Steve Tracy.
3. Newly Elected and Appointed Officers of CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370, NC pack were sworn into office by Worth NC Pack Leader PDD Greg Ciesielski.
Elected Officers:
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr.
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Tim Manchester
Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr.
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski
Police Dog: Vacant
Appointed Officers:
Watch Dog: DD Richard “Doc” Bentley
Barking Dog: PDD Tim Manchester
4. Newly Elected and Appointed Officer of Robert V. Flowers Pound #143 were sworn into office by Worthy NC Pack Leader PDD Greg Ciesielski.
Elected Officers:
Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr.
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: DD Steve Ryan
Dog Robber: PDD Ray Randall
Smart Dog: Vacant
Mad Dog: PDD Tim Manchester
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski
Police Dog: Vacant
Appointed Officers:
Watch Dog: Vacant
Barking Dog: PDD Ray Randall
GOOD OF THE ORDER:
1. Over 229 pounds of dog and cat food was collected.
2. Worthy NC Pack Leader PDD Greg Ciesielski presented Pound Keepers Meritorious Commendation Award to:
PDD Steve Tracy
PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr.
PDD Tim Manchester
PDD Jerry Brown
PDD Scott Shermeyer
DD Joe Beam Jr.
PDD Lisa Ciesielski
DD Richard “Doc” Bentley
3. PDD Gregory Ciesielski receives the Past Pound Keepers award from the new Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy.
CLOSING CEREMONY:
There being no further business to discuss, at 1500 Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy. conducted the Closing Ceremony and adjourned the Growl.
Next Growl time and place TBD.
PDD Tim Manchester 14-178
Barking Dog
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
END OF SCRATCHINGS
Pound Growl 30 October 2021
Location: Moose Lodge 1425, Swansboro, NC
Time: 1200
Pound Keeper: PDD Greg Ciesielski
Dogs in House: 20 Mongrels rounded up: 0 Total in Attendance: 20
Pound Keeper PDD Greg Ciesielski called to order the Growl of the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 Military Order of the Devil Dogs at 1330. Pound Keeper called on the Dog Trainer to drape the charter for all Dogs that have gone to the Supreme Commandant. Kibble and some soft round chewy treat-treats were served and all were well fed and watered.
Pound Keeper Opening Statement:
A welcome was given to all members for the Growl.
Dog Trainer PDD Lisa Ciesielski led the opening prayer.
DOG’S OF OFFICE Pound 370:
Pound Keeper: PDD Greg Ciesielski (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. (present)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (present)
Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown (present)
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer (present)
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr. (present)
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski (present)
Police Dog: vacant
Watch Dog: DD Richard “Doc” Bentley (present)
Barking Dog: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
Archive Dog PDD Greg Ciesielski (present)
RECOGNITION OF DIGNITARIES:
Honorable Junior Vice Chief Devil Dog, Mideast Division, DD Reggie Sawyer
2020 Kennel Pack Dog Robber of the Year & 2019 John Zak Pound Dog Robber of the Year PDD Ronald Ambrose
Worthy NC Pack Leader & National Historian & Worthy Pack Historian PDD Greg Ciesielski
Honorable Kennel Deputy Dog Trainer & Worthy NC Pack Dog Trainer Lisa Cieselski
2016 NC Pack Dog of the Year - PDD Ron Ambrose
Robert V. Flowers Pound #143, NC Pack Officers and members
SCRATCHINGS:
Scratching’s were not read, but briefed by Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester that they are posted to the website, emailed, and notice was posted on the Facebook page; motion was made to accept, all in favor, motion carried.
MEMORIAL SERVICE:
Pound #370: PUP Bobby E Holt
Pound #143: DD Bob Powell
REPORT OF SICKNESS AND DISTRESS:
Pound #370: PUP Dave McCarty
Pound #143: DD Warren Campbell
REPORTS:
Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown gives the Dog Robber Report. PDD Tim Manchester moves to accept, DD Joe beam seconds, all in favor, motion carried pending audit.
OLD BUSINESS:
None.
SPECIAL BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS:
NEW BUSINESS:
1. PDD Steve Tracy receives the 2020 Pound Dog of the Year award from the 2019 Pound Dog of the Year, PDD Alex Nevgloski.
2. DD Richard Bentley receives the 2021 Pound Dog of the Year award from the 2020 Dog of the Year, PDD Steve Tracy.
3. Newly Elected and Appointed Officers of CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370, NC pack were sworn into office by Worth NC Pack Leader PDD Greg Ciesielski.
Elected Officers:
Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr.
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Tim Manchester
Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr.
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski
Police Dog: Vacant
Appointed Officers:
Watch Dog: DD Richard “Doc” Bentley
Barking Dog: PDD Tim Manchester
4. Newly Elected and Appointed Officer of Robert V. Flowers Pound #143 were sworn into office by Worthy NC Pack Leader PDD Greg Ciesielski.
Elected Officers:
Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr.
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: DD Steve Ryan
Dog Robber: PDD Ray Randall
Smart Dog: Vacant
Mad Dog: PDD Tim Manchester
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski
Police Dog: Vacant
Appointed Officers:
Watch Dog: Vacant
Barking Dog: PDD Ray Randall
GOOD OF THE ORDER:
1. Over 229 pounds of dog and cat food was collected.
2. Worthy NC Pack Leader PDD Greg Ciesielski presented Pound Keepers Meritorious Commendation Award to:
PDD Steve Tracy
PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr.
PDD Tim Manchester
PDD Jerry Brown
PDD Scott Shermeyer
DD Joe Beam Jr.
PDD Lisa Ciesielski
DD Richard “Doc” Bentley
3. PDD Gregory Ciesielski receives the Past Pound Keepers award from the new Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy.
CLOSING CEREMONY:
There being no further business to discuss, at 1500 Pound Keeper PDD Steve Tracy. conducted the Closing Ceremony and adjourned the Growl.
Next Growl time and place TBD.
PDD Tim Manchester 14-178
Barking Dog
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
END OF SCRATCHINGS
Pound Growl 12 June 2021
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Pound Growl 12 June 2021
Location: USO Jacksonville, NC
Time: 0900
Pound Keeper: PDD Greg Ciesielski
Dogs in House: 11 Mongrels rounded up: 0 Total in Attendance: 11
Pound Keeper PDD Greg Ciesielski called to order the Growl of the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 Military Order of the Devil Dogs at 0900.
Pound Keeper Opening Statement:
A welcome was given to all members for the Growl.
Dog Trainer PDD Lisa Ciesielski led the opening prayer.
DOG’S OF OFFICE Pound 370:
Pound Keeper: PDD Greg Ciesielski (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. (excused)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (present)
Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown (present)
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer (absent)
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr. (present)
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski (present)
Police Dog: DD Ryan Siemer (excused)
Watch Dog: DD Richard “Doc” Bentley (present)
Barking Dog: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
Archive Dog PDD Greg Ciesielski (present)
RECOGNITION OF DIGNITARIES:
2019 John Zak Pound Dog Robber of the Year PDD Ronald Ambrose
Worthy NC Pack Leader & National Historian & Worthy Pack Historian PDD Greg Ciesielski
Worthy NC Pack Dog Trainer Lisa Cieselski
2016 NC Pack Dog of the Year - PDD Ron Ambrose
DD Ray Brown, new dog to the Pound (transfer from Alabama).
SCRATCHINGS:
Scratching’s were not read, but briefed by Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester that they are posted to the website, emailed, and notice was posted on the Facebook page; motion was made to accept, all in favor, motion carried.
MEMORIAL SERVICE:
None
REPORT OF SICKNESS AND DISTRESS:
None
REPORTS:
Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown gives the Dog Robber Report. PDD Tim Manchester moves to accept, PDD Mike Black seconds, all in favor, motion carried pending audit.
OLD BUSINESS:
None.
SPECIAL BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS:
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Dog of the Year and Officers elections will take place at the next Growl
GOOD OF THE ORDER:
1. Over 60 pounds of dog and cat food was collected.
2. PDD Greg Ciesielski (as Pack Leader) presented awards to PDD Steve Tracy, PDD Tim Manchester and PDD Jerry Brown.
CLOSING CEREMONY:
There being no further business to discuss, at 1000 Pound Keeper PDD Greg Ciesielski. conducted the Closing Ceremony and adjourned the Growl.
Next Growl time and place TBD.
PDD Tim Manchester 14-178
Barking Dog
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
End Scratchings
Pound Growl 12 June 2021
Location: USO Jacksonville, NC
Time: 0900
Pound Keeper: PDD Greg Ciesielski
Dogs in House: 11 Mongrels rounded up: 0 Total in Attendance: 11
Pound Keeper PDD Greg Ciesielski called to order the Growl of the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 Military Order of the Devil Dogs at 0900.
Pound Keeper Opening Statement:
A welcome was given to all members for the Growl.
Dog Trainer PDD Lisa Ciesielski led the opening prayer.
DOG’S OF OFFICE Pound 370:
Pound Keeper: PDD Greg Ciesielski (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. (excused)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (present)
Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown (present)
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer (absent)
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr. (present)
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski (present)
Police Dog: DD Ryan Siemer (excused)
Watch Dog: DD Richard “Doc” Bentley (present)
Barking Dog: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
Archive Dog PDD Greg Ciesielski (present)
RECOGNITION OF DIGNITARIES:
2019 John Zak Pound Dog Robber of the Year PDD Ronald Ambrose
Worthy NC Pack Leader & National Historian & Worthy Pack Historian PDD Greg Ciesielski
Worthy NC Pack Dog Trainer Lisa Cieselski
2016 NC Pack Dog of the Year - PDD Ron Ambrose
DD Ray Brown, new dog to the Pound (transfer from Alabama).
SCRATCHINGS:
Scratching’s were not read, but briefed by Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester that they are posted to the website, emailed, and notice was posted on the Facebook page; motion was made to accept, all in favor, motion carried.
MEMORIAL SERVICE:
None
REPORT OF SICKNESS AND DISTRESS:
None
REPORTS:
Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown gives the Dog Robber Report. PDD Tim Manchester moves to accept, PDD Mike Black seconds, all in favor, motion carried pending audit.
OLD BUSINESS:
None.
SPECIAL BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS:
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Dog of the Year and Officers elections will take place at the next Growl
GOOD OF THE ORDER:
1. Over 60 pounds of dog and cat food was collected.
2. PDD Greg Ciesielski (as Pack Leader) presented awards to PDD Steve Tracy, PDD Tim Manchester and PDD Jerry Brown.
CLOSING CEREMONY:
There being no further business to discuss, at 1000 Pound Keeper PDD Greg Ciesielski. conducted the Closing Ceremony and adjourned the Growl.
Next Growl time and place TBD.
PDD Tim Manchester 14-178
Barking Dog
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
End Scratchings
Pound Growl 24 October 2020
SCRATCHINGS
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Pound Growl 24 October 2020
Location: Swansboro Moose Lodge 1425, Swansboro, NC
Time: 0945
Pound Keeper: PDD Greg Ciesielski
Dogs in House: 8 Mongrels rounded up: 0 Total in Attendance: 8
Pound Keeper PDD Greg Ciesielski called to order the Growl of the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 Military Order of the Devil Dogs at 0945.
Pound Keeper Opening Statement:
A welcome was given to all members for the Growl.
Dog Trainer PDD Lisa Ciesielski led the opening prayer.
DOG’S OF OFFICE Pound 370:
Pound Keeper: PDD Greg Ciesielski (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. (excused)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (excused)
Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown (present)
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer (absent)
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr. (present)
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski (present)
Police Dog: DD Ryan Siemer (excused)
Watch Dog: DD Richard “Doc” Bentley (present)
Barking Dog: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
Archive Dog PDD Greg Ciesielski (present)
RECOGNITION OF DIGNITARIES:
2019 John Zak Pound Dog Robber of the Year PDD Ronald Ambrose
Worthy Sr. Vice Pack Leader & National Historian & Worthy Pack Historian PDD Greg Ciesielski
Worthy Pack Dog Robber – PDD Ronald Ambrose
Worthy Seeing Eye Dog – PDD Tim Manchester
2016 NC Pack Dog of the Year - PDD Ron Ambrose
SCRATCHINGS:
Scratching’s were not read, but briefed by Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester that they are posted to the website, emailed, and notice was posted on the Facebook page; motion was made to accept, all in favor, motion carried.
MEMORIAL SERVICE:
None
REPORT OF SICKNESS AND DISTRESS:
None
REPORTS:
Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown gives the Dog Robber Report. PDD Tim Manchester moves to accept, DD Joe Beam seconds, all in favor, motion carried pending audit.
OLD BUSINESS:
None.
SPECIAL BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS:
NEW BUSINESS:
1. All Officers from the previous year will stay in office. One vote was cast by PDD Jerry Brown and seconded by DD Joe Beam, all in favor. Newly Elected and Appointed Officers of CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 were sworn into office by 2019 John Zak Pound Dog Robber of the Year PDD Ronald Ambrose.
Elected Officers:
Pound Keeper: PDD Greg Ciesielski
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr.
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy
Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr.
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski
Police Dog: DD Ryan Siemer
Appointed Officers:
Watch Dog DD Richard “Doc” Bentley
Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester
GOOD OF THE ORDER:
1. The Beirut Memorial Remembrance was held at Camp Geiger on 23 October 2020. PDD Greg Ciesielski was the guest speaker.
6. Over 60 pounds of dog and cat food was collected.
CLOSING CEREMONY:
There being no further business to discuss, at 1015 Pound Keeper PDD Greg Ciesielski. conducted the Closing Ceremony and adjourned the Growl.
Next Growl time and place TBD.
PDD Tim Manchester 14-178
Barking Dog
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
END OF SCRATCHINGS
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Pound Growl 24 October 2020
Location: Swansboro Moose Lodge 1425, Swansboro, NC
Time: 0945
Pound Keeper: PDD Greg Ciesielski
Dogs in House: 8 Mongrels rounded up: 0 Total in Attendance: 8
Pound Keeper PDD Greg Ciesielski called to order the Growl of the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 Military Order of the Devil Dogs at 0945.
Pound Keeper Opening Statement:
A welcome was given to all members for the Growl.
Dog Trainer PDD Lisa Ciesielski led the opening prayer.
DOG’S OF OFFICE Pound 370:
Pound Keeper: PDD Greg Ciesielski (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. (excused)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (excused)
Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown (present)
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer (absent)
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr. (present)
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski (present)
Police Dog: DD Ryan Siemer (excused)
Watch Dog: DD Richard “Doc” Bentley (present)
Barking Dog: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
Archive Dog PDD Greg Ciesielski (present)
RECOGNITION OF DIGNITARIES:
2019 John Zak Pound Dog Robber of the Year PDD Ronald Ambrose
Worthy Sr. Vice Pack Leader & National Historian & Worthy Pack Historian PDD Greg Ciesielski
Worthy Pack Dog Robber – PDD Ronald Ambrose
Worthy Seeing Eye Dog – PDD Tim Manchester
2016 NC Pack Dog of the Year - PDD Ron Ambrose
SCRATCHINGS:
Scratching’s were not read, but briefed by Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester that they are posted to the website, emailed, and notice was posted on the Facebook page; motion was made to accept, all in favor, motion carried.
MEMORIAL SERVICE:
None
REPORT OF SICKNESS AND DISTRESS:
None
REPORTS:
Dog Robber PDD Jerry Brown gives the Dog Robber Report. PDD Tim Manchester moves to accept, DD Joe Beam seconds, all in favor, motion carried pending audit.
OLD BUSINESS:
None.
SPECIAL BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS:
NEW BUSINESS:
1. All Officers from the previous year will stay in office. One vote was cast by PDD Jerry Brown and seconded by DD Joe Beam, all in favor. Newly Elected and Appointed Officers of CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 were sworn into office by 2019 John Zak Pound Dog Robber of the Year PDD Ronald Ambrose.
Elected Officers:
Pound Keeper: PDD Greg Ciesielski
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr.
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy
Dog Robber: PDD Jerry Brown
Smart Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr.
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski
Police Dog: DD Ryan Siemer
Appointed Officers:
Watch Dog DD Richard “Doc” Bentley
Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester
GOOD OF THE ORDER:
1. The Beirut Memorial Remembrance was held at Camp Geiger on 23 October 2020. PDD Greg Ciesielski was the guest speaker.
6. Over 60 pounds of dog and cat food was collected.
CLOSING CEREMONY:
There being no further business to discuss, at 1015 Pound Keeper PDD Greg Ciesielski. conducted the Closing Ceremony and adjourned the Growl.
Next Growl time and place TBD.
PDD Tim Manchester 14-178
Barking Dog
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
END OF SCRATCHINGS
Pound Growl 24 August 2019
SCRATCHINGS
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Pound Growl 24 August 2019
Location: Cox Family Restaurant, Morehead City, NC
Time: 0900
Pound Keeper: PDD Alex Nevgloski Sr.
Dogs in House: 16 Mongrels rounded up: 0 Total in Attendance: 16
Kibbles and some soft round chewy treat-treats were served and all were well fed and watered.
Pound Keeper PDD Alex Nevgloski Sr. called to order the Growl of the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 Military Order of the Devil Dogs at 0900.
Pound Keeper Opening Statement:
A welcome was given to all members of the Growl.
Dog Trainer PDD Mike Black led the opening prayer.
DOG’S OF OFFICE Pound 370:
Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Tim Manchester (excused)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (excused)
Dog Robber: PDD Ron Ambrose (present)
Smart Dog: PDD Jerry Brown (present)
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr. (present)
Dog Trainer: PDD Mike Black (present)
Police Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer (excused)
Watch Dog PDD Lisa Ciesielski (present)
Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester (excused)
Archive Dog PDD Greg Ciesielski (present)
Bugle Dog: DD Don Wells (excused)
RECOGNITION OF DIGNITARIES:
Worthy Junior Vice Pack Leader - PDD Keith Shearin
Worthy Senior Vice Pack Leader - PDD Greg Ciesielski
Worthy Pack Dog Robber – PDD Ron Ambrose
Worthy Deputy Dog Robber - PDD Jerry Brown
Worthy Pack Historian – PDD Greg Ciesielski
2019 Kennel Dog Robber of the Year – PDD Ron Ambrose
2018 Kennel Dog Robber of the Year – PDD Mike Black
2016 NC Pack Dog of the Year - PDD Ron Ambrose
SCRATCHINGS:
Scratchings were not read due to Scratchings being emailed and published on the website.
MEMORIAL SERVICE:
None.
REPORT OF SICKNESS AND DISTRESS:
PDD Mike Black recently had a heart attack and is still in recovery.
DD Dave McCarty is recovering from illness.
Pup Andrew Anthony fell and damaged his chest area and has multiple other medical abnormalities.
DD Don Broussard is not in too good shape health wise.
Pound Dog Robber PDD Ron Ambrose will send get well cards to each Dog.
REPORTS:
1. Dog Robber PDD Ron Ambrose report was read and approved pending audit.
OLD BUSINESS:
None.
SPECIAL BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS:
None.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Dog food was gathered for presentation to Carteret County Humane Society. Approx 150 lbs collected.
GOOD OF THE ORDER:
1. There will be a Marine Corps Birthday Ball hosted by the Retirees Association on 9 November 2019. The event will be held at the Goettge Field House aboard Camp Lejeune, NC.
Please contact Pound Keeper PDD Alex Nevgloski Sr. for more information.
2. DoNC Fall Membership Meeting at Greensboro (13-14 Sept 2019). The NC Pack Growl will be held at 1900 on 13 September 2019. Pound Dog Robber PDD Ron Ambrose requested that those dogs eligible for advancement to DD put out an effort to attend the NC Pack Growl on the 13th.
3. Please remember to make your donations to the Children’s Fund.
CLOSING CEREMONY:
There being no further business to discuss, at 1115, Pound Keeper PDD Alex Nevgloski Sr. conducted the Closing Ceremony and adjourned the Growl.
Next Growl scheduled for November 2019, time and place TBD. Elections, installation and voting on Pound Dog of the Year will be conducted at this Pound Growl.
PDD Tim Manchester 14-178
Sr. Vice Pound Keeper
Barking Dog
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
END OF SCRATCHINGS
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Pound Growl 24 August 2019
Location: Cox Family Restaurant, Morehead City, NC
Time: 0900
Pound Keeper: PDD Alex Nevgloski Sr.
Dogs in House: 16 Mongrels rounded up: 0 Total in Attendance: 16
Kibbles and some soft round chewy treat-treats were served and all were well fed and watered.
Pound Keeper PDD Alex Nevgloski Sr. called to order the Growl of the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 Military Order of the Devil Dogs at 0900.
Pound Keeper Opening Statement:
A welcome was given to all members of the Growl.
Dog Trainer PDD Mike Black led the opening prayer.
DOG’S OF OFFICE Pound 370:
Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Tim Manchester (excused)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (excused)
Dog Robber: PDD Ron Ambrose (present)
Smart Dog: PDD Jerry Brown (present)
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr. (present)
Dog Trainer: PDD Mike Black (present)
Police Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer (excused)
Watch Dog PDD Lisa Ciesielski (present)
Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester (excused)
Archive Dog PDD Greg Ciesielski (present)
Bugle Dog: DD Don Wells (excused)
RECOGNITION OF DIGNITARIES:
Worthy Junior Vice Pack Leader - PDD Keith Shearin
Worthy Senior Vice Pack Leader - PDD Greg Ciesielski
Worthy Pack Dog Robber – PDD Ron Ambrose
Worthy Deputy Dog Robber - PDD Jerry Brown
Worthy Pack Historian – PDD Greg Ciesielski
2019 Kennel Dog Robber of the Year – PDD Ron Ambrose
2018 Kennel Dog Robber of the Year – PDD Mike Black
2016 NC Pack Dog of the Year - PDD Ron Ambrose
SCRATCHINGS:
Scratchings were not read due to Scratchings being emailed and published on the website.
MEMORIAL SERVICE:
None.
REPORT OF SICKNESS AND DISTRESS:
PDD Mike Black recently had a heart attack and is still in recovery.
DD Dave McCarty is recovering from illness.
Pup Andrew Anthony fell and damaged his chest area and has multiple other medical abnormalities.
DD Don Broussard is not in too good shape health wise.
Pound Dog Robber PDD Ron Ambrose will send get well cards to each Dog.
REPORTS:
1. Dog Robber PDD Ron Ambrose report was read and approved pending audit.
OLD BUSINESS:
None.
SPECIAL BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS:
None.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Dog food was gathered for presentation to Carteret County Humane Society. Approx 150 lbs collected.
GOOD OF THE ORDER:
1. There will be a Marine Corps Birthday Ball hosted by the Retirees Association on 9 November 2019. The event will be held at the Goettge Field House aboard Camp Lejeune, NC.
Please contact Pound Keeper PDD Alex Nevgloski Sr. for more information.
2. DoNC Fall Membership Meeting at Greensboro (13-14 Sept 2019). The NC Pack Growl will be held at 1900 on 13 September 2019. Pound Dog Robber PDD Ron Ambrose requested that those dogs eligible for advancement to DD put out an effort to attend the NC Pack Growl on the 13th.
3. Please remember to make your donations to the Children’s Fund.
CLOSING CEREMONY:
There being no further business to discuss, at 1115, Pound Keeper PDD Alex Nevgloski Sr. conducted the Closing Ceremony and adjourned the Growl.
Next Growl scheduled for November 2019, time and place TBD. Elections, installation and voting on Pound Dog of the Year will be conducted at this Pound Growl.
PDD Tim Manchester 14-178
Sr. Vice Pound Keeper
Barking Dog
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
END OF SCRATCHINGS
Pound Growl 20 April 2019
SCRATCHINGS
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Pound Growl 20 April 2019
Location: Moose Lodge, 161 Norris Rd, Swansboro, NC
Time: 1100
Pound Keeper: PDD Alex Nevgloski Sr.
Dogs in House: 21 Mongrels rounded up: 5 Total in Attendance: 26
Kibbles and some soft round chewy treat-treats were served and all were well fed and watered.
Pound Keeper PDD Alex Nevgloski Sr. called to order the Growl of the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 Military Order of the Devil Dogs at 1230.
This was a joint Growl with Robert V. Flower Pound #143, NC Pack.
Pound Keeper Opening Statement:
A welcome was given to all members of the Growl.
Dog Trainer PDD Mike Black led the opening prayer.
DOG’S OF OFFICE Pound 370:
Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (present)
Dog Robber: PDD Ron Ambrose (present)
Smart Dog: PDD Jerry Brown (present)
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr. (present)
Dog Trainer: PDD Mike Black (present)
Police Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer (present)
Watch Dog PDD Lisa Ciesielski (present)
Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester (present)
Archive Dog PDD Greg Ciesielski (present)
Bugle Dog: DD Don Wells (absent)
DOG’S OF OFFICE Pound 143:
Pound Keeper: DD Lee Walker (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Julianne Froncek (present)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (present)
Dog Robber: PDD Ray Randall (present)
Smart Dog: PDD Alex Nevgloski Sr. (present)
Mad Dog: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski (present)
Police Dog: PDD Mike Black (present)
Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester (present)
RECOGNITION OF DIGNITARIES:
Worthy Pack Leader - PDD Charles Minton
Worthy Sr. Vice Pack Leader – PDD Scott Shermeyer
Worthy Jr. Vice Pack Leader - PDD Greg Ciesielski
Worthy Pack Dog Robber – PDD Ron Ambrose
Worthy Deputy Dog Robber - PDD Jerry Brown
Worthy Seeing Eye Dog – PDD Tim Manchester
Worthy Pack Historian – PDD Greg Ciesielski
2018 Kennel Dog Robber of the Year – PDD Mike Black
2016 NC Pack Dog of the Year - PDD Ron Ambrose
SCRATCHINGS:
Scratchings were read by Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester. A correction was made to reflect that $2040 bones were sent to the Kennel for the Children’s Fund. A motion was made to accept; all in favor, motion carried.
MEMORIAL SERVICE:
A memorial service to honor our fallen Marines was held. Major Matthew Wiegand and Captain Travis Brannon were killed near Yuma when their helicopter crashed during a routine training mission on March 30, 2019. Staff Sergeant Christopher K.A. Slutman, Sergeant Benjamin S. Hines, and Corporal Robert A. Hendriks were killed April 9, 2019 when a bomb struck their vehicle near Bagram Air Base north of Kabul.
REPORT OF SICKNESS AND DISTRESS:
Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. is suffering from blockage in the heart and his wife Dorothy is suffering from reaction to medication.
PDD Mike Black recently had a heart attack and is undergoing treatment.
PDD Jerry Brown continues to make house repairs after a devastating loss due to hurricane Florence.
REPORTS:
1. Dog Robber PDD Ron Ambrose report was read. PDD Tim Manchester moves to accept, PDD Steve Tracy seconds, all in favor, motion carried pending audit.
2. Two (2) new applications for membership and their membership dues are paid.
3. Dog Robber PDD Ron Ambrose reports that ten (10) Pups are eligible for advancement to Devil Dog (DD) at the Pack Grand Growl 7 June 2019. The Grand Growl will take place during the 2019 DoNC Convention hosted by Onslow County Detachment #262 7-8 June 2019.
OLD BUSINESS:
None.
SPECIAL BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS:
1. Applications for Membership: Two (2) applications for membership were presented to Pound #370.
a. The application of Robert Shannon from Marine Corps League Swansboro Detachment #1407 was presented. PDD Scott Shermeyer made a motion to accept Mongrel Shannon; PDD Steve Tracy seconds the motion, all in favor to accept.
b. The application of Dave McCarty from Marine Corps League Swansboro Detachment #1407 was presented. DD Joe Beam made a motion to accept Mongrel McCarty; PDD Steve Tracy seconds the motion, all in favor to accept.
2. Applications for Membership: Three (3) applications for membership were presented to Pound #143.
a. The application of Dennis Fusco from Marine Corps League Hampstead Detachment #1321 was presented. PDD Tim Manchester made a motion to accept Mongrel Fusco; PDD Julianne Froncek seconds the motion, all in favor to accept.
b. The application of Sergio Garcia from Marine Corps League Onslow County Detachment #262 was presented. PDD Julianne Froncek made a motion to accept Mongrel Garcia; PDD Tim Manchester seconds the motion, all in favor to accept.
c. The application of Stephen Ryan from Marine Corps League Onslow County Detachment #262 was presented. PDD Julianne Froncek made a motion to accept Mongrel Ryan; PDD Tim Manchester seconds the motion, all in favor to accept.
3. The following Mongrels were presented to the Dogs present: Dennis Fusco, Sergio Garcia, Stephen Ryan, Robert Shannon, and Dave McCarty. A motion was made by PDD Lisa Ciesielski to accept the Mongrels as new Pups. Membership approved accepting Mongrels Dennis Fusco, Sergio Garcia, Stephen Ryan, Robert Shannon, and Dave McCarty as a new member by consensus. Mad Dog DD Joe Beam Jr. retired with the candidates to further training and prepare for initiation. Initiation was held by Robert V. Flower Pound #143 Pound Keeper DD Lee Walker and CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 Pound Keeper PDD Alex Nevgloski Sr. Mongrels Dennis Fusco, Sergio Garcia, Stephen Ryan, Robert Shannon, and Dave McCarty Anthony were welcomed as the newest Pups of Robert V. Flower Pound #143 andCWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 respectively.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. A vote was passed to send $1000 bones from the Belk Charity Day Fundraiser to the Kennel for the Children’s Fund.
2. A vote was passed to donate dog food, cat food, toys, etc collected at Pound #370 Growls held in Carteret County area will go to the Carteret County Shelters. Dog food, cat food, toys, etc collected at Pound #370 Growls held in Onslow County areas will go to the Onslow County Shelters.
GOOD OF THE ORDER:
1. There will be a Pound #210 Pound Growl in Middlesex, NC on 27 April 2019. The Growl will start at 0900 at 11870 Lodge Rd. Middlesex, NC 27577. There will be a shoot at this Growl.
2. There will be a NC Pack Grand Growl 7 June 2019. The Grand Growl will take place during the 2019 DoNC Convention hosted by Onslow County Detachment #262 7-8 June 2019. Location will be the Hilton Garden Inn, 1016 Jacksonville Pkwy, Jacksonville, NC 28546. Everyone was reminded to get their Delegation Representative Forms, banquet reservations, and ads for the booklet to Onslow County Detachment #262 Commandant Lee Walker ASAP. The Department Adjutant has already sent out the second notice. Information can also be found on the Department of North Carolina Marine Corps League website and Facebook page.
3. Please remember to make your donations to the Children’s Fund.
4. 1 June 2019 “Teal Yaking About It “ is preparing for their 2nd Annual Tar River Float. they will start putting in kayaks at 10:00am and launch the float down the Tar River at 11:00am. Funds raised by this event are used to support ovarian cancer awareness and research at Duke University Medical Center. You can find more information on the event by contacting Worthy Pack Leader - PDD Charles Minton or visiting their page on Facebook.
5. 2019 Mideast Division Conference will be June 21-23, 2019 hosted by Mountaineer Marine Detachment 957 and the Department of WV at the Days Inn, 347 Meadow Field Lane, Princeton, WV, 24739. There will be a Growl on Friday June 21, 2019 at 1900.
6. There will be a Marine Corps Birthday Ball hosted by the Retirees Association on 9 November 2019. The event will be held at the Goettge Field House aboard Camp Lejeune, NC.
Please contact Pound Keeper PDD Alex Nevgloski Sr. for more information.
CLOSING CEREMONY:
There being no further business to discuss, at 1400, Pound Keeper PDD Alex Nevgloski Sr. conducted the Closing Ceremony and adjourned the Growl.
Next Growl scheduled for 24 August 2019, place TBD.
Military Order of the Devil Dogs
CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370
Pound Growl 20 April 2019
Location: Moose Lodge, 161 Norris Rd, Swansboro, NC
Time: 1100
Pound Keeper: PDD Alex Nevgloski Sr.
Dogs in House: 21 Mongrels rounded up: 5 Total in Attendance: 26
Kibbles and some soft round chewy treat-treats were served and all were well fed and watered.
Pound Keeper PDD Alex Nevgloski Sr. called to order the Growl of the CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 Military Order of the Devil Dogs at 1230.
This was a joint Growl with Robert V. Flower Pound #143, NC Pack.
Pound Keeper Opening Statement:
A welcome was given to all members of the Growl.
Dog Trainer PDD Mike Black led the opening prayer.
DOG’S OF OFFICE Pound 370:
Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (present)
Dog Robber: PDD Ron Ambrose (present)
Smart Dog: PDD Jerry Brown (present)
Mad Dog: DD Joe Beam Jr. (present)
Dog Trainer: PDD Mike Black (present)
Police Dog: PDD Scott Shermeyer (present)
Watch Dog PDD Lisa Ciesielski (present)
Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester (present)
Archive Dog PDD Greg Ciesielski (present)
Bugle Dog: DD Don Wells (absent)
DOG’S OF OFFICE Pound 143:
Pound Keeper: DD Lee Walker (present)
Senior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Julianne Froncek (present)
Junior Vice Pound Keeper: PDD Steve Tracy (present)
Dog Robber: PDD Ray Randall (present)
Smart Dog: PDD Alex Nevgloski Sr. (present)
Mad Dog: PDD Tim Manchester (present)
Dog Trainer: PDD Lisa Ciesielski (present)
Police Dog: PDD Mike Black (present)
Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester (present)
RECOGNITION OF DIGNITARIES:
Worthy Pack Leader - PDD Charles Minton
Worthy Sr. Vice Pack Leader – PDD Scott Shermeyer
Worthy Jr. Vice Pack Leader - PDD Greg Ciesielski
Worthy Pack Dog Robber – PDD Ron Ambrose
Worthy Deputy Dog Robber - PDD Jerry Brown
Worthy Seeing Eye Dog – PDD Tim Manchester
Worthy Pack Historian – PDD Greg Ciesielski
2018 Kennel Dog Robber of the Year – PDD Mike Black
2016 NC Pack Dog of the Year - PDD Ron Ambrose
SCRATCHINGS:
Scratchings were read by Barking Dog PDD Tim Manchester. A correction was made to reflect that $2040 bones were sent to the Kennel for the Children’s Fund. A motion was made to accept; all in favor, motion carried.
MEMORIAL SERVICE:
A memorial service to honor our fallen Marines was held. Major Matthew Wiegand and Captain Travis Brannon were killed near Yuma when their helicopter crashed during a routine training mission on March 30, 2019. Staff Sergeant Christopher K.A. Slutman, Sergeant Benjamin S. Hines, and Corporal Robert A. Hendriks were killed April 9, 2019 when a bomb struck their vehicle near Bagram Air Base north of Kabul.
REPORT OF SICKNESS AND DISTRESS:
Pound Keeper: PDD Alex “Gunner” Nevgloski Sr. is suffering from blockage in the heart and his wife Dorothy is suffering from reaction to medication.
PDD Mike Black recently had a heart attack and is undergoing treatment.
PDD Jerry Brown continues to make house repairs after a devastating loss due to hurricane Florence.
REPORTS:
1. Dog Robber PDD Ron Ambrose report was read. PDD Tim Manchester moves to accept, PDD Steve Tracy seconds, all in favor, motion carried pending audit.
2. Two (2) new applications for membership and their membership dues are paid.
3. Dog Robber PDD Ron Ambrose reports that ten (10) Pups are eligible for advancement to Devil Dog (DD) at the Pack Grand Growl 7 June 2019. The Grand Growl will take place during the 2019 DoNC Convention hosted by Onslow County Detachment #262 7-8 June 2019.
OLD BUSINESS:
None.
SPECIAL BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS:
1. Applications for Membership: Two (2) applications for membership were presented to Pound #370.
a. The application of Robert Shannon from Marine Corps League Swansboro Detachment #1407 was presented. PDD Scott Shermeyer made a motion to accept Mongrel Shannon; PDD Steve Tracy seconds the motion, all in favor to accept.
b. The application of Dave McCarty from Marine Corps League Swansboro Detachment #1407 was presented. DD Joe Beam made a motion to accept Mongrel McCarty; PDD Steve Tracy seconds the motion, all in favor to accept.
2. Applications for Membership: Three (3) applications for membership were presented to Pound #143.
a. The application of Dennis Fusco from Marine Corps League Hampstead Detachment #1321 was presented. PDD Tim Manchester made a motion to accept Mongrel Fusco; PDD Julianne Froncek seconds the motion, all in favor to accept.
b. The application of Sergio Garcia from Marine Corps League Onslow County Detachment #262 was presented. PDD Julianne Froncek made a motion to accept Mongrel Garcia; PDD Tim Manchester seconds the motion, all in favor to accept.
c. The application of Stephen Ryan from Marine Corps League Onslow County Detachment #262 was presented. PDD Julianne Froncek made a motion to accept Mongrel Ryan; PDD Tim Manchester seconds the motion, all in favor to accept.
3. The following Mongrels were presented to the Dogs present: Dennis Fusco, Sergio Garcia, Stephen Ryan, Robert Shannon, and Dave McCarty. A motion was made by PDD Lisa Ciesielski to accept the Mongrels as new Pups. Membership approved accepting Mongrels Dennis Fusco, Sergio Garcia, Stephen Ryan, Robert Shannon, and Dave McCarty as a new member by consensus. Mad Dog DD Joe Beam Jr. retired with the candidates to further training and prepare for initiation. Initiation was held by Robert V. Flower Pound #143 Pound Keeper DD Lee Walker and CWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 Pound Keeper PDD Alex Nevgloski Sr. Mongrels Dennis Fusco, Sergio Garcia, Stephen Ryan, Robert Shannon, and Dave McCarty Anthony were welcomed as the newest Pups of Robert V. Flower Pound #143 andCWO3 Edward J. Albus Pound #370 respectively.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. A vote was passed to send $1000 bones from the Belk Charity Day Fundraiser to the Kennel for the Children’s Fund.
2. A vote was passed to donate dog food, cat food, toys, etc collected at Pound #370 Growls held in Carteret County area will go to the Carteret County Shelters. Dog food, cat food, toys, etc collected at Pound #370 Growls held in Onslow County areas will go to the Onslow County Shelters.
GOOD OF THE ORDER:
1. There will be a Pound #210 Pound Growl in Middlesex, NC on 27 April 2019. The Growl will start at 0900 at 11870 Lodge Rd. Middlesex, NC 27577. There will be a shoot at this Growl.
2. There will be a NC Pack Grand Growl 7 June 2019. The Grand Growl will take place during the 2019 DoNC Convention hosted by Onslow County Detachment #262 7-8 June 2019. Location will be the Hilton Garden Inn, 1016 Jacksonville Pkwy, Jacksonville, NC 28546. Everyone was reminded to get their Delegation Representative Forms, banquet reservations, and ads for the booklet to Onslow County Detachment #262 Commandant Lee Walker ASAP. The Department Adjutant has already sent out the second notice. Information can also be found on the Department of North Carolina Marine Corps League website and Facebook page.
3. Please remember to make your donations to the Children’s Fund.
4. 1 June 2019 “Teal Yaking About It “ is preparing for their 2nd Annual Tar River Float. they will start putting in kayaks at 10:00am and launch the float down the Tar River at 11:00am. Funds raised by this event are used to support ovarian cancer awareness and research at Duke University Medical Center. You can find more information on the event by contacting Worthy Pack Leader - PDD Charles Minton or visiting their page on Facebook.
5. 2019 Mideast Division Conference will be June 21-23, 2019 hosted by Mountaineer Marine Detachment 957 and the Department of WV at the Days Inn, 347 Meadow Field Lane, Princeton, WV, 24739. There will be a Growl on Friday June 21, 2019 at 1900.
6. There will be a Marine Corps Birthday Ball hosted by the Retirees Association on 9 November 2019. The event will be held at the Goettge Field House aboard Camp Lejeune, NC.
Please contact Pound Keeper PDD Alex Nevgloski Sr. for more information.
CLOSING CEREMONY:
There being no further business to discuss, at 1400, Pound Keeper PDD Alex Nevgloski Sr. conducted the Closing Ceremony and adjourned the Growl.
Next Growl scheduled for 24 August 2019, place TBD.