N.M.T.A. Newsletter. 29 th Annual NMTA 2018 NMTA CONVENTION APRIL 18-22, 2018 ALBUQUERQUE, NM

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1 N.M.T.A. Newsletter February Edition, Issue 1 New Mexico Taxidermy Association - NMTA Board of Directors President Bill Bowen Vice-President Kevin Jaramillo Secretary Michelle Bowen Treasurer Geno Ortega Directors Dwayne Bercier Robert Major Ryhan Peralta Adam Gomez th Annual NMTA 2018 NMTA CONVENTION APRIL 18-22, 2018 ALBUQUERQUE, NM THE 2018 WESTERN REGIONAL EDITION NMTA PRESIDENT S MESSAGE! Happy New Year! We are looking forward to seeing everyone at the upcoming 2018 NMTA Convention this year in Albuquerque, NM. We hope that everyone is ready for the 2018 Western Regionals this year! We have some exciting new awards including cash awards from the SCI El Paso Chapter and Best in the West awards for the Western Regionals. This show promises to be one of our best events yet with several very informational & fun seminars, Taxidermy suppliers from all over the country (get your supply lists put together), and many opportunities to network with others in our field. We are looking forward to seeing everyone in April and hope that everyone is ready for a Great Show! --Bill Bowen - NMTA President In this Newsletter 2018 Convention Highlights 2018 Elections Raffle/Fundraisers Donations Request Live Competition Convention Location Convention Schedule Pre-Registration Form 2018 Convention Highlights 2018 Judges: Tom Matuska - Fish, & Reptiles Greg Brumfield - Gameheads Brenda Duvall - Lifesize Mammals Jim Kimball - Birds Go to for Judge s Bio s 2018 Elections There are several seats that will be due for re-election at this year s 2018 convention. If you have not yet served on the board of directors for the NMTA before and would like to, you might consider it this year. Elections to be held during the next NMTA Members Meeting. Seats up for Re-Election President Bill Bowen Secretary Michelle Bowen Treasurer Geno Ortega Director Robert Major Director Ryhan Peralta Nominee Suggestion Boxes will be available at the show Challenges: Live Seminar Challenge Any Exotic Taxidermist Challenge Elk Best Pronghorn Challenge BEST African Awards Sponsored by SCI EL PASO CHAPTER CA$H AWARD$ MORE INFO TO COME

2 2 NMTA NEWSLETTER Auctions Saturday Night & Mr. Whiskers GO TO OUR WEBSITE: For all 2018 NMTA Keep your eyes open for the Traveling Cat Form up for Auction at the Saturday Night Banquet. Get ready to bid and win for your chance to take him home this year. Mr. Whiskers is my name; Traveling around is my game. How many years can I keep going; As my personality just keeps growing. If you win me in the auction; My next upgrades are your option. So take me home and give me more gear; Just don t forget to bring me back next year! AUCTION Items Needed Please Consider Bringing Donations! Any & All donations are appreciated for the Saturday night NMTA fundraising live and silent auctions. Here are some Ideas of items to donate: Spare Forms Tools Supplies Reference Books Wildlife Arts/Crafts Items for Kids & Ladies are also much appreciated for the silent action Convention Information Registration Form Raffle Info Competition Rules Schedule Judges Bio s 2018 RAFFLE S SUPPLIERS MINI HUNTING EXPO SATURDAY VENDORS NMTA Raffles Tickets Sold Only at Show Yeti Cooler by PoolTec Plus.22 LR by DC Tactical-Clovis BANQUET RAFFLES 50/50 Raffle - Buy tickets at the banquet - $1 each Winner gets ½ & the NMTA gets ½ of the funds raised. With more to come! Come support your Suppliers Many Show Discounts! JETZ Taxidermy McKenzie Trufitt Matuska Brumfield Taxidermy New Mexico Clay T-Basix Lost Pines Taxidermy Sew What! Embroidery Vendor Tables-$25 OR a Donation to our Saturday Night Banquet/Auction The New Mexico Taxidermy Association invites you to participate as an exhibitor at the 2018 Western Regional Taxidermy Convention. The Event is open to the public on Saturday April 21st from 10am 4pm. Set up time is from 8am to 10am. Admission to the event will be $3 for adults and Free for children 12 and under. Tables available on a 1 st come 1 st serve basis 2018 Major and Special Awards See website for more details CASH AWARD - SCI Awards NEW Matuska Award NEW WAYNE PRENTICE Memorial Award Best Antelope Southwest Award Suppliers Award Best All-Around Judge s Choice People s Choice Taxidermist Choice Polystranspar Award NMTA Best African Van Dykes Award President s Award McKenzie Best Lifesize McKenzie Best Fish McKenzie Best Bird McKenzie Best Gamehead Best Original Art Roy Cogburn Award WASCO Award UTA Artisan Award Best Youth Best Amateur Best Habitat Best of Category: Professional Awards & Masters Best in the West Buckles Reproduction Reptile Fish Bird Gamehead Small Lifesize Large Lifesize

3 2018 Live Competition Any Exotic Game Head Seminar NMTA Members are Invited to participate in a the Live Competition / Seminar This year's competition is Any Exotic Gamehead RULES: Seminar

3 Live Competition Any Exotic Game Head Seminar NMTA Members are Invited to participate in a the Live Competition / Seminar This year's competition is Any Exotic Gamehead RULES: Seminar Purpose-To provide a hands on Seminar that is educational & entertaining. Entry Fee: $20 (All Entry Fees placed into the pot for the winner) Eligibility: Open to 2018 NMTA Registered Members Only Timed Event: 4 Hours (30 min Re-check will be allowed the next day before judging) 2018 Gamehead: Any Exotic Pre-Seminar Prep: Hide prepped including ear cartilage removed, Form roughed to prevent messy foam prep at seminar, Horns Set Tools: Bring your own box of tools (Air Compressors optional, will have 1 available) Judges Criteria: Best Visual Commercial Mount Competition Winner takes all Entry Fees Winner will choose next year s Live Gamehead Seminar Specimen To be held during the Friday Night 5pm to 9pm during Social Hour Past seminars were a BLAST, So Come enter or watch & learn, just don t miss out on the FUN!!! 2018 NMTA Convention Albuquerque, NM April 18-22, NMTA s 30 th Annual Anniversary Convention Calling for 2019 Convention Location Bids! That s right! It s the Associations 30 th Anniversary next year so we need a Great place to celebrate! See below for the criteria for choosing the perfect Location for this event. If you have a Great idea for a convention location, we invite you to gather information and bids from the ideal facility, and bring it to the NMTA members meeting to be held at the convention on Thursday, April 19, in Albuquerque, NM. When requesting a bid, keep the following things in mind. Space & Rates needed for the following: Host Hotel Albuquerque Marriott 2101 Louisiana Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM Booking link on Book by March 28th and be sure to mention the NMTA group rates: Single/Double $99/Night Possible Show Dates: April 25-28, 2019 In Albuquerque or it s surrounding area Room for Competition Area with ability to be closed while judging 3-4 Seminar Rooms Supplier s Room to accommodate 6-10 suppliers Plenty of parking for large trailers Social Hour location, Menu & Rates Banquet location, Menu & Rates Guest Hotel Room Rates For more information regarding specific needs of the NMTA Convention space please contact the Vice President, Kevin Jaramillo. Let s Go Somewhere GREAT!!!

4 4 NMTA NEWSLETTER 2018 NMTA Convention and Competition Schedule April 18-22, 2018 Albuquerque, NM (Schedule Subject to Change Without Notice) Wednesday, April 18th: 2:00 pm 4:00pm - Set-up Display Boards and Tables-Any and all help is appreciated!! 2:00 pm 7:00pm - Supply room and Vendor set-up 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm - Registration Desk Open, Mount Photos and Mounts Accepted Thursday April 19th: 9:00 am to 6:00pm Registration Desk Open, Mount Photos and Mounts Accepted 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Hands On Game head Seminar Open to the 1 st 10 participants, we ask each bring along a prepared cape, form, and everything needed to put your mount together tools, supplies, etc. Talented Master Taxidermists will assist and show you new techniques and methods to help you Put together a better game head mount. 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Seminar Judge Greg Brumfield Gamehead/Mule Deer 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Seminar Judge Jim Kimball To Be Determined 3:00 pm Judging Begins 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm Trade Show Open 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Meet & Greet, Snacks, Members Meeting and Gun Raffle - Must be present to Win Friday - April 20th: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Registration Desk open and final mounts accepted up to noon 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Seminar Judge Brenda Duvall To Be Determined 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Trade Show Open 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Seminar Judge Tom Matuska To Be Determined 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm Trade Show Open 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm Seminar Kerby Ross Replica Rattle Snake painting in Vendor Area 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm Competition room open for competitor s choice voting 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Public Viewing 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm - LIVE Competition Any Exotic Seminar Including Cash Bar, Snacks & Social Hour Saturday - April 21st: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Registration Desk 9:00 am to 11:00 am Seminar Skinning & Tanning Process by Robert Major 9:00 am to 11:00 pm - KIDS Seminar with Vera Jaramillo - Guaranteed to be Creative, Exciting & Fun! 9:00 am to 11:00 am Finish Hands On Game head seminar 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Trade Show Open (Final Session) 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Judges Critiques and Public Viewing 4:00pm Ribbons placed and Competition room re-opens 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm - Cash Bar/Social Hour/View Silent Auction items 6:00 pm 10:30 Banquet, Raffles, Awards Presentation, Live Auction! Don t miss it, and be sure to purchase your tickets at registration! Sunday April 22 nd : 8:00am to 10:00am - Show Room Open to Public, Award Photos 10:00 - Breakdown and Release of Mounts (Mounts will not be released before this time without prior approval) All Breakdown help is appreciated!

5 WELCOME TO THE 2018 NMTA CONVENTION AND HAVE A GREAT SHOW! 2018 NMTA Convention PRE-REGISTRATION Form Membership in the NMTA is Required To Register and attend. Use the form below for membership, registration or both. Spouses and children (under 18) included with a registration. 5 PRE-REGISTER FOR THE BEST VALUE BY MARCH 28, 2018 Member s Name: Address: City: State: Zip: Spouse s Name (If Attending): Children s Names (under 18, if attending): 1. NMTA 1-YEAR MEMBERSHIP (New or Renew) $ $ 2. FULL CONVENTION REGISTRATION FEE (Includes Seminars, Free Door Prize Drawings & 1 Entry) Pre-Reg. $65ea (After March 28 th $85ea.).... $ 3. 1 DAY SEMINAR REGISTRATION FEE (Not eligible to compete) $ $ 4. COMPETITION ENTRY FEES # Pre-Reg. $15ea (After March 28th $25ea.).. $ Best All-Around Entry Pre-Reg. $15 ea (After March 28th $25ea.) $ Collective Artist Entry Pre-Reg. $15 ea (After March 28th $25ea.) (Each Contributor Pays).. $ Children s Entries 14 years and under w/registered guardian... $ N/C 5. NMTA AWARDS BANQUET...Dinner, Auction, Major Awards Presentation, Door Prizes Pre-Reg. $35 ea (After March 28th $45ea.). $ Children (12 and under) Pre-Reg. $15 ea (After March 28th $25ea.)... $ 6. KID S SEMINAR Children.. $ N/C 7. HANDS ON GAME HEAD SEMINAR Reserve your spot, Only 10 Available.. $ N/C 8. LIVE COMPETITION/SEMINAR (Any Exotic Game Head) $20/ea. Winner wins #8 Seminar entry fees $ GRAND TOTAL (DO NOT SEND PAYMENT PAYMENT COLLECTED AT THE CONVENTION). $ SPECIES CATEGORY DIVISION Example: Mule Deer Example: Game Head Example: Professional Pre-Register for the best value, pre-registration forms must be received by March 28, 2018: NMTA Secretary * Michelle Bowen * 6 Coyote Pl * Tijeras * NM * * Phone: info@nmtaxidermy.org

6 6 NMTA NEWSLETTER NM Taxidermy Association Michelle Bowen 6 Coyote PL Tijeras, NM Phone info@nmtaxidermy.org About our Association The Purposes of the NMTA is to: Promote the art of Taxidermy and related fields. Promote the high standards in the art of taxidermy and to strive to produce high quality work. To foster understanding in the general public about the field of taxidermy and other related outdoor sports industries. To assist members of the NMTA and the general public in their understanding of the Federal and State Game and Fish Laws. It will be the objective of the NMTA to assist in any way possible the conservation of all our natural resources for future generations. To engage in such civic, charitable, educational, and business activities that the NMTA shall deem appropriate. Become an NMTA Member - $15/year Name: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: NM TAXIDERMY ASSOCIATION MICHELLE BOWEN 6 COYOTE PL. TIJERAS, NM We re on the Web! See us at:

N.M.T.A. Newsletter. 26 th Anniversary 2015 NMTA ANNUAL CONVENTION MAY 28 31, 2015 Taos, NM. Vice President s Message NMTA Convention Highlights

N.M.T.A. Newsletter. 26 th Anniversary 2015 NMTA ANNUAL CONVENTION MAY 28 31, 2015 Taos, NM. Vice President s Message NMTA Convention Highlights N.M.T.A. Newsletter April 1, 2015 2015 Edition, Issue 1 New Mexico Taxidermy Association - www.nmtaxidermy.org NMTA Board of Directors President Josh Jensen 575-378-1278 Vice-President Robert Major 575-532-9340