Outdoor Christian Ministries

Informational Newsletter
January, 2012
Vol. 4512-497-7050

www.ocmtx.org
Pending Event Examples:
February, 2012
Duck/Quail HuntFebruary, 2012
Singles Retreat

March, 2012
Women’s Retreat

April, 2012
May, 2012
ACCF Men’s Retreat Youth Retreat

2011 Year in Review – Event Examples~366 Total OCM Participants in 2011
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January
February
February
MarchApril
MayMayJuly
AugustSeptember
September
NovemberFather/Son Doe Hunt– 8Doe and Quail Hunts - 14Single Women Retreat – 22
Christian World Retreat – 60
Volunteer workers – 10
ACCF Retreat – 75
Retreat for Families – 28
Father/Son Retreat – 22
Volunteer Workers – 6
Father/Son Dove Hunt Retreat – 24
Adult Dove Hunt Retreat - 6Families Hunt - 10

From Clay Craig - January, 2012
Dale & Andy
I wanted to take a moment to express how much i appreciate the opportunity to trek down to OCM onceagain. Last weekend was an absolute blast and it all stems from the genuine, cordial, hospitality expressedby both of you and the support cast. I'm continually amazed at the abundance of beautiful game andlandscape.......but more importantly, my profound take-away is always about the people and overall
experience. It is a wonderful way to detach from the daily grind and really absorb the moment of true
fellowship.
Thank you for doing what you do, it is truly wonderful work!
Sincerely,
Clay Craig

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President’s Ponderings

As the cover page indicates, OCM continues to increase its outings and guest numbers each year. Several
factors have contributed to OCM’s sustainability and growth. We have many dedicated volunteers that are“on-call” for retreats and facility work. Many guests are returning
annually to re-experience OCM and are inviting others. Donations havebeen steady and helpful. Through OCM friend/advisor Pastor DavidWalker, we have access to the Espejo segment of the Briscoe-Gates Ranchfor retreats.
The Espejo and its headquarters include fishing ponds, ahigher level of housing, larger cooking area, larger dining area, more trees,
and a swimming pool. It is only 6 miles from paved road as opposed to 16
miles to the Tierretas.
Floss Morrison, mother of OCM founder Lee Morrison, served as VicePresident for much 2011. In the latter part of the year, Floss asked theboard to find someone else to serve since she believed that OCM needed avice president that was active on the retreats. As a result, Mike Schneider
was elected as vice president.
Jay Gunn began serving as
secretary/treasurer in early 2011 and will continue to serve in that role in2012. Mike’s and Jay’s background information can be found on the OCM
website.
We begin our fifth year of operation and we trust that the Lord will continue to give us direction andprovision.
Sincerely,Dale Burnett
OCM President
Testimonials

From Mike Wiegman - December, 2011
"Thanks for the opportunity you gave Cole. He told me on the way
home that was the best day of his life. I will never forget that.
THANK YOU. Mike Wiegman”

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From Dale Hancock – May, 2011

I would like to begin by expressing my sincerest gratitude to Outdoor Christian Ministries for allowing us tohold our annual retreat at the Tierritas Headquarters on the Briscoe-Gates Ranch. This was my first timeorganizing the Spring Men’s Retreat for Alamo City Christian Fellowship, and I had a blast. We met “Little”
Dale as we now know him. We would like to thank him and the entire OCM crew for allowing us theprivilege of using the ranch.
The retreat started on Friday night and went through Sunday morning. During this time there were about
70-75 men who came to fellowship and worship our Lord, Jesus Christ. We talked, we prayed, and sang hispraises. We had three organized sessions, two led by our pastor, David Walker, and Sunday’s session wasled by me. We also had group gatherings around the campfire on Friday and Saturday night singing andgiving glory to God. On Saturday we set out on some great competition with pistols, rifles, skeet andarchery. We also had two groups participate in a fishing competition. On Sunday we crowned fivechampions for those events.
It was our goal for the men to rest and to hear from God. During the Sunday session I spoke with the menand led them in the sinner’s prayer. Two men accepted the Lord. If the men went home relaxed and reenergized in the Lord then our goal was accomplished because that was what this retreat was all about.
It is all about Him. It’s just Jesus.
May the Lord richly bless you,“Big” Dale Hancock

From Tim O’Rourke - November, 2011
"Dale, I want you to know what a privilege that I think it is for Jackson and me to get to hunt with you,
Clifford and our entire group on this beautiful ranch. Our lives are continually blessed and this experienceis another demonstration of God's love for us all. Thank you for the fellowship, Tim O’Rourke”

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From Mike Kuchar – January, 2012
“Thanks again for having us out at the ranch. Couldn't have been better all the way around. I reallyenjoyed the weekend. Looking forward to future hunts with ya'll. Mike Kuchar"
From Keith Ferguson – January, 2012
“Hey Dale I just wanted to say thanks again for such a great trip. Our
visit was much more than just about hunting, as it gave ourfamily the chance to spend quality time together. And as you
know, family is so important and this opportunity that you
provided was very much appreciated. The boys are stilltalking about not only the great deer they harvested, but also
the card games and the time they had to spend with their"Boompa". Please let Clifford, Andy, Mike and Phil know
again how much we valued them and all the hard work they
did to insure we all had a great time. It really meant so muchto all of us.
May God continue to bless you and all the work that you perform with OCM. I hope we can continue tohave the opportunity to visit for many years to come.
Thanks again,Keith”
Odds and Ends
OCM OPERATIONS••••••• Developed OCM video
4 baptisms• Added PayPal contributions
Painted the outside of 6 camp buildings
Painted portions of the inside of 2 buildings• Cleaned up sign-in area
Introduced fishing as a OCM retreat activity• Relocated 2 hunting blinds and pens
Added Espejo hdqrs/pool/fishing for retreats• Bought new computer printerDeveloped OCM Website• Secured a Polaris ATV for OCM use• Successful transition for two new OCM officers• Cleaned barn/moved shelves– hauled off 3 truck trash loads• Re-floored one house and mounted TV on wall to create more floor space• Repaired 2 blinds; painted 2 blinds, bought 2 blinds• Bought trailer hopper with hunter donations• Hand-trimmed brush on ranch roads to Windmill, WT2, & North Mula2• Tractor shredding done at R1 and T2;• Maintained ranch vehicles and houses

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2012 OCM Leadership

Officers:
Dale Burnett
Mike Schneider
Jay GunnPresident
Vice President
Secretary/Treasurer

512-497-7050
512-750-9776
512-964-4550

Senior Guide & Maintenance Support
Guide & Web Site
Guide & Mechanical Support
Guide & Construction
Guide

512-870-7940
512-415-1247
512-913-5163
512-750-9776
210-241-2434Food & Housekeeping Support
Food & Housekeeping Support
Food & Housekeeping Support

512-964-4551
512-497-3539
512-797-6949

Advisor210-394-2795

Guides:Clifford Graef
Andy Burnett
Matt Burnett
Mike Givens
Phil Bynum
Food & Housekeeping:Corinna Gunn
Pattie Burnett
Robbie Burnett
Volunteers & Advisors:
Pastor David Walker
Donations:
OCM has been blessed by many monetary donations, small and large. OCM has also been blessed with
non-cash donations including those of labor. OCM is recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) charitableorganization and your contribution is tax deductible. If you wish to donate materials or equipment, call Dale
Burnett
If you wish to make a monetary donation via credit card, then please use the PayPal "Donate" button
located in the upper right hand corner of our web pages (www.ocmtx.org). You do not need to have aPayPal account; they will simply charge your credit card for the specific dollar amount that you enter. If youwish to donate monetarily, please make your check out to “Outdoor Christian Ministries” and mail it to:Dale Burnett
3300 Elder Hill Road
Driftwood, Texas 78619

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