Time is running out to get a ticket to the West Central Quail Forever annual banquet. 

The event is slated for Saturday, Feb. 24, at 5:30 p.m. at the Putnam County Fairgrounds, 191 N US Highway 231, Greencastle. In addition, the banquet will feature raffles, games, live auction, a Seven Gun Salute, as well as dinner and a cash bar. 

According to Bob Fisher, chapter president, his chapter has been a part of Quail Forever since 2013 and before that they were a part of Quail Unlimited for almost three decades. 

"This event has been around for quite some time. This event helps us spread the word about what we do ad how we are trying to help the environment and wildlife habitats," Fisher told The Putnam County Post. 

Fisher said the event features a wide variety of people who attend with the common goal of improving the habitat for all wildlife. 

"We have doctors, lawyers, business owners, farmers and retirees attend every year. Many are repeat attendees and it is great to see them every year. Their family and friends attend also. Every year we have raffle prizes donated from not only Greencastle small business owners but also people from outside the immediate area such as Bargersville, Martinsville and Brownsburg," Fisher said. 

Tickets are still available, however, no tickets will be sold at the door. Tickets can be purchased at Humphrey's Outdoor Equipment or at On Target Firearms. In addition, anyone can call Bob Fisher at 765-712-0094 or Bill Fielding at 317-213-0060 for tickets. 

Funds raised have been used for plantings at Forest Hill Cemetery, the Putnam County Sheriff's shooting range and several churches in the area. In addition, the funds have helped host various workshops at no cost to the public, as well as a $1,500 donation to the local 4-H shooting and archery clubs, according to Fisher.