“Tom Mills, who worked in law enforcement for 40 years, started the golf tournament for Camp Cadet back in 2010 to support a program he found to be extremely important to our youth. Sadly, on Dec. 10, 2023, Tom passed away,” Tournament Director Jen Bottorf shared.

The day was filled with laughter, fun and plenty of golf carts zipping across the course.

In addition to the tournament, participants enjoyed raffles, a 50/50, putting contests, mulligans and skill challenges, including closest to the pin and longest drive.

One golfer summed up the spirit of the day, saying, “It’s a beautiful day, and I just love having a good time with friends while supporting a great program.”

ASHTON PETERS/FOR THE EXPRESS A celebratory hug is shared at the tournament.

Tournament

Results

First Place: Dave Bierly, Josh Miller, Cody Dinger and Christopher Pezanowski

Second Place: Dave Strouse, Greg Strouse, Nick Packech and Nick Verrelli

A total of $8,954.68 was raised from the tournament.

ASHTON PETERS/FOR THE EXPRESS From left, Melissa Grove, Christy Hess and Jen Bottorf pose for a photo.

About Camp Cadet

The Clinton County Police Camp Cadet program is designed to strengthen the relationship between youth and law enforcement officers. Open to boys and girls ages 11-15, the six-day camp gives participants hands-on exposure to law enforcement activities and the chance to connect with police officers on a personal level. The goal is to create positive, lasting impressions that officers are friends and mentors.

Sponsors & Donors

Clinton County Police Camp Cadet extends its gratitude to Belles Springs Golf Course, as well as the many sponsors and donors who made this event possible.

Top Sponsors

ASHTON PETERS/FOR THE EXPRESS The first place team is pictured. In no particular order are the winners, Dave Bierly, Josh Miller, Cody Dinger and Christopher Pezanowski.

Nicholas Meats (largest sponsor)

Miller Brothers Auto Sales (second largest sponsor)

Additional

Sponsors Include

Allison Crane & Rigging, Glenn O. Hawbaker, Eastern GT&S, Marconi’s Auto Sales & Service, Walmart of Mill Hall, Lock Haven Moose Lodge 100, Jeffrey Raymond Jr., D.M.D., Dave Strouse, Brigandi, Gleghorn & Haffley, LLC, Pine Mountain Dental, Susquehanna Transit, Action Equipment, Lykens/LMR Tire, Miller’s Gun Shop, Craig and Diane Miller, BENV Kiwanis, Big Mountain Designs, Coploff, Ryan & Houser, Rennie Rodarmel Agency, W&W Body Shop, The Craft Barber, Jim Edwards, Precise Electrical & Facilities, JB Wrenchin’, Pat and Deb McLenahan, Gedon Funeral Homes, JMB Law LLC, 3PK LLC, Love Disposal, John and Sally Young, Restless Oaks, Bald Eagle Beer Store, Pier 87, Pizza King, Weis of Mill Hall, #1 Nails, Dunkin Donuts-Lock Haven, Bald Birds Brewing, Emporium Country Club, Toftrees Golf Resort, Seven Mountain Wine Cellars, Skytop Mountain Golf, Sticky Elbow, White Deer Golf Course and Moment Zero Putters.

Special Donations

Meater donated approximately $1,800 worth of meat thermometers for a raffle. Donations also came from Pepsi, Coca-Cola, Pins and Aces, Bogey Brothers, Obnoxious Golf and Shady Rays.

For more information on the Clinton County Police Camp Cadet program, please visit their Facebook page.