The Bonanza Valley Royal Strutters chapter of the National Wild Federation will host a gun raffle "Gun Blast" fundraiser at the Padua Pub banquet hall on Saturday, October 31. Doors open at 5 p.m., and a light dinner will be served from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The cost for participation in a raffle drawing chance plus the meal is $30, and a meal-only option costs just $7.

The main gun to be raffled off is a Howa 6.5 Creedmor rifle that has been on display for the past few weeks at Bucky's Bar in Elrosa. Tickets are $20 per chance. License No. X-35830-20-021

Come out and support a great cause! This is a terrific conservation and hunting organization that promotes and supports many causes that make life in rural Minnesota more enjoyable.