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Posted By: Gerald Schmitt

Mike Marchewka - 05/20/22 06:22 PM

I always enjoy reading Mike's column in the FTA Magazine. He has a style of writing that makes you think you are standing next to whatever event he is writing about and watching it unfold. He mentions in the May issue that he has been writing for the magazine for over 30 years. Don't know how he keeps his columns fresh and new, but he does. Keep up the good work, Mike.
Posted By: BernieB.

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/20/22 07:18 PM

Originally Posted by Gerald Schmitt
I always enjoy reading Mike's column in the FTA Magazine. He has a style of writing that makes you think you are standing next to whatever event he is writing about and watching it unfold. He mentions in the May issue that he has been writing for the magazine for over 30 years. Don't know how he keeps his columns fresh and new, but he does. Keep up the good work, Mike.


I was the editor of the magazine when Mike started in 1997 I believe it was. He may have submitted some articles prior to that but I don't remember any.

He's been a great asset to the FTA magazine for a long time.
Posted By: ky_coyote_hunter

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/20/22 07:55 PM

I've seen his informative writings in various trapping publications through the years...

Started corresponding with him about varmint and crow hunting back in the 80's, and still
read his articles 'til this day.

Top notch guy!
Posted By: Nittany Lion

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/20/22 08:35 PM

I have always enjoyed his articles.
Posted By: west river rogue

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/20/22 08:43 PM

Mike is a good guy......always a good guy and smart.
Posted By: wheelers

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/20/22 09:24 PM

Mike is a good man
Posted By: lee steinmeyer

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/20/22 10:58 PM

Top notch guy that I'm proud to call a friend! Thanks for what you do, Mike!
Posted By: E.J. Kelley

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/20/22 11:02 PM

Always sure to read Mikes writings. Informative! Thanks much Mike!
Posted By: MChewk

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/20/22 11:06 PM

Thanks guys, much appreciated compliments. Like I joke about to my wife, I’m just glad someone is reading my stuff. Lol And Gerald I’m running out of stuff to write about...lol
Bernie, I wrote for the Furtaker back when Bill and Dee Jackson ran the magazine. Boys we are getting old.
It amazes me how much behind the scenes work our officers past and present in FTA, NTA and other sportsmen organizations have accomplished. Look at the great work Paul has done for trappers with this forum. We trappers are lucky to have been around these type of people who are as passionate as we are.
Posted By: Savell

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/20/22 11:06 PM

.. you’re a hero Mike!
Posted By: MChewk

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/20/22 11:10 PM

Thanks Savell...we need to meet so I can shake your hand.
Posted By: Savell

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/20/22 11:13 PM

Originally Posted by MChewk
Thanks Savell...we need to meet so I can shake your hand.


.. you don’t want no part that vice grip lol

... ride on down ... I refuse to cross the Mason Dixon line lol
Posted By: west river rogue

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/20/22 11:16 PM

Originally Posted by Savell
Originally Posted by MChewk
Thanks Savell...we need to meet so I can shake your hand.


.. you don’t want no part that vice grip lol

... ride on down ... I refuse to cross the Mason Dixon line lol

I wouldnt expect less!!!!
grin
Posted By: Turtledale

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/20/22 11:23 PM

Have read his articles for years. We're all lucky to have men like him sharing what they know and their life experiences. Thank you Mike
Posted By: Jtrapper

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/21/22 12:43 AM

I been reading your mess in multiple publication's as well, I think your the modern day Hal Sullivan only nicer, lol.

Don't go to Savell's, IT'S A TRICK!
Posted By: Swamp Wolf

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/21/22 12:51 AM

Good work Mike!

Ive read a lot of your writngs like many others.
Posted By: Outlaw99

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/21/22 12:52 AM

Mike is as good as they come. I always appreciate his intelligence, and his honesty in his writing
Posted By: west river rogue

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/21/22 12:59 AM

Originally Posted by Jtrapper
I been reading your mess in multiple publication's as well, I think your the modern day Hal Sullivan only nicer, lol.

Don't go to Savell's, IT'S A TRICK!

lol
Posted By: MChewk

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/21/22 01:18 AM

Thank you again guys! My heads starting to get big...being compared to Hal....I mean Mr.Sullivan.
Posted By: west river rogue

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/21/22 01:22 AM

You deserve it big guy!
Posted By: Kevin Stake

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/21/22 01:47 AM

Great all around guy. Thanks for your friendship Mike.
Posted By: Jtrapper

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/21/22 02:26 AM

My heads starting to get big...being compared to Hal....I mean Mr.Sullivan.

Maybe one day you'll win some broken prize's/promise's.
Posted By: Paul Dobbins

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/21/22 03:09 AM

Originally Posted by Jtrapper
Maybe one day you'll win some broken prize's/promise's.


I forgot about that. MsCat sure pulled a fast one.

Mike, I'm proud to have you as valued member on here.
Posted By: teepee2

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/21/22 12:38 PM

Originally Posted by Savell
Originally Posted by MChewk
Thanks Savell...we need to meet so I can shake your hand.


.. you don’t want no part that vice grip lol

... ride on down ... I refuse to cross the Mason Dixon line lol

Good!
Posted By: Stanley

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/21/22 02:01 PM

Mike is a true Ambassador for the trapping community.

Stanley
Posted By: ratbrain

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/21/22 02:21 PM

Mike is A-1 in my book! Really enjoy our phone conversations!!
Posted By: Drifter

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/21/22 02:24 PM

Met Mike at the Freeport convention many years ago. Was told just look for the guy about a head taller then the crowd. Been following his writing and is one of the first things I look for especially his what's new.
Posted By: RdFx

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/21/22 04:51 PM

YUP DITTO ON Mike
Posted By: Actor

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/21/22 10:31 PM

Yep, always enjoyed Mike's writing.

Not to hi-jack the post, but what was the name of the writing that had a French name... I think he wrote for a couple different mags. He was at the 2013 NTA get together in Findlay.

I am getting old and can't keep track of anybody. It is hard to even remember where I am at when I am there... Not really, just about sometimes it feels like it.

Garry-
Posted By: MChewk

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/21/22 10:46 PM

Thanks Garry .....would it be Serge Larrieve(spelling?)

Thanks everybody ...much appreciated compliments
Posted By: mike mason

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/22/22 12:29 AM

Always enjoy his articles.
Posted By: Actor

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/22/22 12:39 AM

Yep... Mike that is who it is. Is he still around? I have been in hiding myself for a few years off and on so don't really know.

Garry-
Posted By: MChewk

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/22/22 12:57 AM

Yeah, I think he still writes for The Trapper mag.
Posted By: Mac

Re: Mike Marchewka - 05/22/22 01:15 AM

Mike's article in the Fur Taker magazine is always a must read. He is a great guy to talk to. He has been willing to share a lot with trappers.
Keep up the great work.

Mac
Posted By: MinkGuy

Re: Mike Marchewka - 02/25/23 02:03 AM

Some guys just make you feel comfortable talking to them. Mike has given a great deal to trappers and when you do talk to him you realize you are talking to someone that is in the Trapper's Corner. I consider him a pillar of our cause.
Posted By: Swamp Wolf

Re: Mike Marchewka - 02/25/23 02:28 AM

Have always enjoyed reading your stuff MChewk!!

Thanks!!
Posted By: Maddog47

Re: Mike Marchewka - 02/25/23 02:35 AM

A lot of good writers come and go but thankful that Mikes stays with it. A lot of we trappers young and old have learned new techniques and increased out catch by reading your articles Mike. Proud of you. buddy.
Posted By: ~ADC~

Re: Mike Marchewka - 02/25/23 03:32 AM

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Posted By: Roy Greenfield

Re: Mike Marchewka - 02/25/23 07:34 AM

Mike is very active behind the scenes with the associations also.
One great guy!
Roy
Posted By: BernieB.

Re: Mike Marchewka - 02/25/23 09:14 AM

Originally Posted by Actor
Yep... Mike that is who it is. Is he still around? I have been in hiding myself for a few years off and on so don't really know.

Garry-


He was working full time for Delta Waterfowl last I heard.
Posted By: Bob Jameson

Re: Mike Marchewka - 02/25/23 12:44 PM

I always look forward to Mike's Column, he is a long-term man, and his work speaks for itself. Thank you, Mike. We all thank you.
Posted By: MChewk

Re: Mike Marchewka - 02/25/23 01:33 PM

Good morning All...just saw this. Again thank you for the nice comments.
Posted By: E.J. Kelley

Re: Mike Marchewka - 02/25/23 01:37 PM

TTT for Mike!
Posted By: w side rd 151

Re: Mike Marchewka - 02/25/23 02:37 PM

A friend of mind use to say " Talking is easy doing is hard "Well Mike has proven .over the years that talking about the value and benefits of trapping is easy . And more important he has lived up to his words by doing what he says he will do
Posted By: lee steinmeyer

Re: Mike Marchewka - 02/25/23 10:49 PM

Proud to call Mike a friend of many years, and second what Bob said!
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