| 2008 Hunting Heritage
Banquet Core Package |
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Come and join in the fun of a local NWTF wild turkey fund-raising
banquet. The NWTF banquets are where you can buy exclusive
merchandise and have a great time with friends. All the while, you
will be raising vital funds for wild turkey conservation and
important programs that introduce the outdoors to women, children
and the disabled.
Listed below is
our 2008 Core Package for all Hunting Heritage Banquets in
Louisiana. These and
many more items will be available at a local Hunting Heritage
banquet near you.
Click on the link below to find a Banquet
near you or visit our
Upcoming Events Section to see other events
scheduled in
your area.
 
2008
Banquet Schedule
For more information on NWTF fund-raising banquets, contact the NWTF
at 1-800-THE-NWTF or
crawdadchad@aol.com.
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 “By
the Lake” giclee printed on canvas by Bruce Miller
From his home and studio nestled alongside Lake Minnetonka, west of
Minneapolis, Minn., wildlife artist Bruce Miller, the NWTF’s 2008
Featured Artist of the Year, captures two white-tailed deer on a
frosty morning moments before they bound away into cover. In “By the
Lake” two deer, one a trophy buck, the other a wary and mature doe,
stand with muscles tensed and on high alert, ready to escape danger
at a moment’s notice. This image measures 30 inches by 16 inches,
has a linen liner and a wooden frame. Limited edition size: 2,600.
Exclusive to NWTF events. |
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 “Mountain
Paradise” by Thomas Kinkade
Thomas Kinkade came from a modest background, growing up in a small
California town. Since then he’s worked on feature films and
co-authored a book on sketching. However, he is best known for his
depiction of wildlife scenes. Kinkade’s “Mountain Paradise” is set
along a flowing mountain stream with abundant wildlife mere feet
from a rustic cabin, gorgeous peaks and fog wafting through the
valleys. This image includes a special wild turkey printed remarque
in the lower left corner and measures 27 inches by 18 inches, and is
matted and framed. Limited edition size: 2,850. |
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 Wooden
Clock with Picture Frames
Check the time in style with this handsome clock with picture
frames. The clock is designed to hang on the wall, features three
brass hooks, quartz movement and comes with photographs of the
NWTF’s Legacy statue in which a father, daughter and son celebrate a
successful turkey hunt. You can also add your own photos in the 5x7
picture frames. The clock measures 20 inches high by 26.5 inches
wide. |
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 Wild
Turkey Bench with Cushion
Imagine the beauty of this wild turkey bench under the coat rack in
the foyer of your home. The bench measures 47 inches long by 22
inches high by 14 inches deep with metal turkey art accenting the
bench and is topped with an upholstered cushion. Exclusive to NWTF
events. |
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 “From
Humble Beginnings” by Dave Barnhouse
Faith…Family…Flag…Fellowship…and Fun! You’ll get a lump in your
throat and chills down your spine when you focus on this image and
realize just how far the NWTF has come since the beginning. As the
sun begins to set, NWTF members welcome others to the first NWTF
banquet. This print is matted and framed. The image size is 29
inches by 15 inches. Regular edition size: 2,600. |
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 Set
of Antique-Style Wooden Ducks
This unique blue-winged teal drake by wildlife artist Bill Black
shows his skill in creating antique-style, gunning decoys in the
tradition of the Master decoy carvers. The wood duck decoy, also by
Black, is a replica of a rare early 20th century piece originally
produced by Canadian carver Thomas Chambers. This accurate
reproduction is a testament to this great carver and is 15 inches
long and 8 inches tall. The blue-winged teal decoy measures 13
inches long by 8 inches tall and both have taxidermy grade eyes and
a hand painted antique finish. |
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 Resin
Wild Turkey Sculpture
This trio of trophy toms is the perfect piece to set the stage in
your den for trading hunting stories with friends and family. The
resin sculpture is set on a 9.5-inch oval wooden base with the NWTF
logo medallion. The sculpture is 16.5 inches high by 19 inches wide. |
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 Collectors
Nesting Trunks (set of 3)
Three faux leather-covered trunks with an NWTF logo offer a discreet
place for storing household items. The largest trunk is 26.5 inches
wide by 21.5 inches high. The medium trunk is 21.5 inches wide by 19
inches high. The smallest trunk is 17 inches wide by 16 inches high.
Exclusive to NWTF events. |
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 1988-2008
NWTF Stamp Frame
Whether you’re a stamp collector or wild turkey enthusiast, this
Stamp Frame is sure to be a great addition to any collection.
Twenty-one turkey stamps, from 1988 to 2008, surround Mark Tunno’s
image of two wild turkey toms strutting their stuff on the edge of a
field early one spring morning. Matted and framed, the Stamp Frame
measures 20 inches wide by 18.5 inches wide and is exclusive to NWTF
events. |
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 “Best
Friends” by Terry Redlin
There’s no friendship quite like that of a trusted hunting partner,
and certainly none like that of a Labrador retriever. In his
nostalgic “Best Friends” print, artist Terry Redlin, who announced
his retirement last year, captures the moments before nightfall when
hunter and retriever are perched atop a hill intently watching their
quarry move to roost for the night. This image measures 24 inches by
14 inches, and is matted and framed. Encore Elite Open Edition. |
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 Afghan
and Pillow Set with Jim Killen’s “Breaktime III”
Whether you are rocking slowly in your favorite chair or nestled
snugly on the sofa, you’ll be able to stay cozy with this afghan and
pillows featuring Jim Killen’s “Breaktime III.” The afghan measures
52 inches by 69 inches. These pillows measure 17 inches by 17
inches. Both items are exclusive to NWTF events. |
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 Picnic
Basket
Carry your picnic in style with this sturdy cloth-lined,
double-woven, wooden picnic basket featuring the NWTF’s three
walking turkeys logo laser engraved in the lid. The basket measures
16 inches long by 12 inches wide and 10.5 inches tall. Exclusive to
NWTF events. |
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 “Evening
on the Ice” by Terry Redlin
On a cold evening, the moonlight illuminates a 9-point buck and two
does as they lay under a tree overlooking a valley where families
are burning firewood in their homes to keep warm. Last year, after a
lifetime of artistic achievements, artist Terry Redlin announced his
retirement from painting, naming “Evening on the Ice” the final
signed print of his career. The print is matted and framed. The
image size is 31.75 inches wide by 18.375 inches high. Conservation
edition size: 5,000. |
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 Crackle
Glass Canister Set (3)
A must have for your kitchen. This canister set featuring a
strutting gobbler on top of each lid is perfect for storing flour,
sugar or cookies. The large canister is 5.625 inches by 15 inches
high, the medium canister is 5.625 inches by 13 inches high and the
small canister is 5.625 inches by 11 inches high. Exclusive to NWTF
events. |
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 NWTF
Cold Drink Tub with Stand
When hosting your next gathering, keep your favorite beverages cold
or you can pot your favorite plants in this antique-looking drink
tub on a wrought iron stand with wooden handles. The tub measures 13
inches deep by 19.5 inches long by 32 inches high from the floor. |
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 Gun
of the Year
For more than 60 years, Weatherby has been recognized worldwide for
meshing craftsmanship and beauty with tack-driving performance. The
2008 Gun of the Year is the Weatherby Vanguard Deluxe chambered in
the .300 Weatherby Mag. The gun features a high-gloss figured walnut
Monte Carlo stock with maplewood spacers and rosewood forend and
grip cap. This elegant rifle features a custom floorplate
commemorating the NWTF’s 35th anniversary and is consecutively
numbered 1 through 2,700. |
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 “Sounds
of Autumn” Bronze Elk Sculpture by Terrell O’Brien
Terrell O’ Brien captures this majestic bull elk bugling to proclaim
his territory. This sculpture is a great addition to the mantle of
any big game hunter. The sculpture is 16.5 inches tall, and the base
is 17.5 inches long by 9.5 inches wide. NWTF edition size: 2,600.
Exclusive to NWTF events.
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 “Fly
Down” Bronze Wild Turkey Sculpture by Greg O’Neal
This bronze by Greg O’Neal features a longbearded wild turkey
gliding on the wing. The sculpture measures 16.5 inches tall and is
mounted on a base 17.5 inches long and 9.5 inches wide, which
showcases an NWTF logo medallion. NWTF edition size: 2,600.
Exclusive to NWTF events. |
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 “Hightailing
It” Bronze White-tailed Deer Sculpture by Terrell O’Brien
This bronze by Terrell O’Brien features a heavy-racked, white-tailed
deer evading danger. The bronze sculpture measures 18 inches tall
and is mounted on a base 14 inches long and 10 inches wide, which
showcases an NWTF logo medallion. NWTF edition size: 2,600.
Exclusive to NWTF events. |
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 Team
NWTF Framed Mirror
“Hunters are the unsung heroes of conservation.” This colorful bar
mirror is ideal for decorating your home or hunting lodge. The
mirror shows two successful hunters walking a Western ridge as the
sun goes down. The mirror, framed with solid poplar wood measures
32.5 inches wide by 26.5 inches high. |
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 Birch
Rocking Chair
Rock your troubles away in this handsome birch rocking chair.
Whether you put it on your front porch, your sitting room or at your
camp, this comfortable cane-backed chair with bow-style arms and
tongue and groove construction is sure to please you and your
guests. The chair has the NWTF’s three walking turkeys logo carved
into the back, has a 22 inch wide seat and measures 17.5 inches tall
from the floor. Overall this fine chair is 45.5 inches tall.
Exclusive to NWTF events. |
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 Cuckoo
Clock
The hand-carved wooden cuckoo clock made of native wood is richly
detailed in European tradition, features a hand-carved strutting
gobbler at the top, has two hand-carved wooden pine cone weights, a
wooden pendulum, quartz movement and, instead of chiming, the clock
gobbles on the hour. The clock measures 19 inches long by 12.5
inches wide. Exclusive to NWTF events. |
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 1976-2008
NWTF Medallion Collection
Three decades worth of NWTF medallions from 1976 to 2008 make for a
unique collector’s item that will look great on display in your home
or office. The nickel-silver medallions are set in matting and
framed in an attractive mahogany-toned frame. The overall size of
the Medallion Collection is 26 inches wide by 18 inches high. The
collection is exclusive to NWTF events. |
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 Canoe
Bookshelf
Where else would you want to display some of your finest wild turkey
memorabilia than on a beautiful canoe bookshelf? Made of eastern
white pine with chestnut stain, hand distressed with worn edges,
scratches, dents, dings and worm holes add character to this
keepsake treasure. This bookshelf stands 53.5 inches tall by 20
inches wide by 12.25 inches deep with four shelves and an NWTF logo
medallion on the front. |
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 Preston
Pittman Box Call
This walnut, single-sided wooden box call is engraved with famous
wild turkey hunter and past NWTF/Wild Turkey Bourbon Grand National
Calling Contest Champion Preston Pittman’s signature, the NWTF
flying turkey logo, the American flag and a special salute to the
Armed Forces. The call comes in a camouflage bag and measures 9.25
inches long by 3 inches tall. Exclusive to NWTF events. Note: NWTF
Canada version will feature the Canadian flag, NWTF Mexico version
will have special wording. |
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 Reproduction
Moose Antler Glass Top Coffee Table
Perfect for home or office decorating, this glass top coffee table
supported by a set of moose antlers would be an ideal addition to
the pair of moose antler lamps. Don’t miss your chance to decorate
with the outdoors in mind. The oval beveled glass top measures 46.5
inches long by 36.5 inches wide. The moose antler table base
measures 23.5 inches long by 22.5 inches wide. Exclusive to NWTF
events. |
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 Reproduction
Moose Antler Lamps
A wonderful addition to any den or lodge, this pair of reproduction
moose antler lamps is the perfect companion to the moose antler
coffee table. The lampshades are 13.5 inches tall by 18.5 inches
wide and the total height of each lamp is 34.5 inches tall at the
top of the finial and 20 inches wide at the base of the antlers.
Exclusive to NWTF events. |
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 Kid’s
Bench
The NWTF kid’s bench is perfect for your child or grandchild’s play
room or bedroom. The wrought iron garden bench features six young
poults following their mother. The bench measures 32 inches long by
11 inches high by 11 inches wide. |
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 NWTF
Fire Pit
Made of heavy-duty, cold-rolled steel for years of ?durability, this
fire pit with spark screen, cooking grate and poker is sure to keep
you and your friends warm when telling your favorite hunting stories
around the fire. The fire pit features turkey tracks and NWTF
cut-outs to provide great ventilation and visual enhancement. |
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 Larry
Page Knife
This specialty knife is a reproduction of the original, which was
handcrafted by award-winning bladesmith and wild turkey enthusiast
Larry Page of Aiken, S.C. This 8.25 inch-long work of art is a fixed
blade skinner with a resin handle and features Page’s custom
laser-engraved mark. Page began making knives in 1983 after watching
a television program about knives. Edition size: 2,600.
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 “A
Brother’s Prayer” giclée printed on canvas by Jack Paluh
Sometimes referred to as “the hidden artist,” Jack Paluh captures a
bevy of emotions in “A Brother’s Prayer.” This powerful painting
portrays a hunter returning thanks after a successful hunt. The
hunter wears a soldier’s identification tag around his neck and
POW-MIA patch on his sleeve. Meanwhile, a ghostly image of his
brother, a Vietnam War era soldier, also pays tribute while
clutching the other tag. Through the painting, Paluh recognizes all
that American soldiers have given, and continue to give, as they
protect and defend our rights, for many have given their lives so
that our nation might thrive. This image measures 30 inches by 24
inches, has a linen liner and is framed in antiqued gold moulding.
Limited edition size: 2,600. |
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 “Liberty
Flight” giclée printed on canvas by Tom Mansanarez
In “Liberty Flight,” artist Tom Mansanarez boldly captures America’s
two strongest symbols of patriotism, the American Flag and a mature
bald eagle. Mansanarez has many areas of artistic interest, but
wildlife is his most intense focus. In 2005, Mansanarez was the
NWTF’s Featured Artist of the Year. This image measures 30 inches by
24 inches has a linen liner and a gold-toned ornate frame.
Conservation edition size: 2,600. Exclusive to NWTF events |
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 “Morning
Light - Black Bear” giclée printed on canvas by Greg Alexander.
Artist Greg Alexander captures an early fall sunrise as well as the
elusive black bear just weeks prior to hibernation in the canvas
giclee “Morning Light- Black Bear.” Alexander was the NWTF’s 2006
Artist of the Year and works on a painting for weeks on end from his
studio in Ashland, Wis. to master each piece. This image measures 24
inches by 30 inches, has a linen liner and a gold and black frame.
Limited edition size: 2,600. |
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 “Gettin’
Ready” giclée printed on canvas by Phillip Crowe
Labrador puppies have a way of getting into mischief and artist
Phillip Crowe has a knack for capturing their playfulness. In
“Gettin’ Ready” two black lab puppies tussle and tug at their
owner’s lanyard of calls in front of a pair of turkey decoys. Crowe
enjoys painting what he knows best: the outdoors and wildlife. He
attributes his love of the outdoors to his grandfather and father
who let him tag along on hunts. This image measures 30 inches by 22
inches, has a linen liner and is framed with black moulding. Limited
edition size: 2,600. Exclusive to NWTF events. |
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 “In
Rut Strut” giclée printed on canvas by Dan Smith
Dan Smith captures an act as old as time on canvas “In Rut Strut” as
the patriarch bull elk cruises his harem of cows, unwilling to let
any interlopers near his herd. Through paintings like this, Smith’s
meticulous attention to detail captures the imagination of critics
and collectors alike from his home in southwestern Montana. This
image measures 30 inches by 14 inches, and has a linen liner and
wood frame. Limited edition size: 2,600. Exclusive ?to NWTF events. |
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 “Spring
Treasures” giclée printed on canvas by Pat Pauley
Pat Pauley’s painting “Spring Treasures” is the first of three
paintings in his Trio of Treasures series. The painting depicts
three tom turkeys strutting and gobbling their way through a stand
of old-growth timber. And, if you look closely, you can also see
other springtime treasures - a shed deer antler, morel mushrooms,
beautiful spring flowers and a songbird. Pauley, his wife and five
children live in western Iowa, where he uses his experiences in the
outdoors to bring the natural world to life through his paintings.
This image measures 30 inches by 20 inches, has a linen liner and is
framed in cherry-stained wooden moulding. Limited edition size:
2,600. Exclusive to NWTF events. |
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 “Pronghorn
Paradise” by Tom Mansanarez
As the sun begins to set, Mansanarez captures the beauty of three
pronghorns standing alert before feeding in this Western setting.
Mansanarez, who was the NWTF’s 2005 Featured Artist of the Year, has
many areas of artistic interest, but wildlife is his most intense
focus. The image size is 24 inches wide by 18 inches high and is
matted and framed. Conservation edition size: 700. |
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 “Route
66” by Dave Barnhouse
“Get Your Kicks on Route 66.” Through his art, Dave Barnhouse works
diligently to recreate the best of times in rural and small town
America. As night falls in his “Route 66” print, a young boy admires
a motorcycle outside Bill and Bob’s Service Station and dreams of
having one of his own someday. The print is matted and framed. The
image size is 23 inches wide by 13.625 inches high. The print is an
Encore Elite Edition. |
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