NAFEX 2011 Dinner and Raffle - Vernal Utah

[Chris L.]

It's that time of year again... I am beginning to plan for the 4th annual NAFEX dinner and raffle. It will be held during the NAFA meet in Vernal, Utah. I am still trying to decide on a suitable venue for the dinner, which will be much easier once I know how many will be attending. I do not want to base it off of last year's numbers, since Vernal is a bit off the beaten path for many.

The raffle at the dinner is free. The only stipulation is you have to be an active NAFEX member. I want to thank the past raffle sponsors for their donations. Without all of your generous contributions, the dinner would not be such a success.

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Dinner location and Times

The dinner will be heled at the 7-11 ranch restaurant at 700pm. The raffle will be held around 8-815pm

November 22nd

7-11 Ranch Restaurant
(435) 789-1170
Vernal
77 E Main St
Vernal, UT 84078

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See below for the past NAFEX dinners and raffles.

2010http://www.nafex.net/showthread.php?t=8601
2009 http://www.nafex.net/showthread.php?t=6314



** If you have anything you would like to donate to this years raffle, please email me (admin@nafex.net) or PM me (http://www.nafex.net/private.php?do=newpm&u=1)your item. Anything is greatly appreciated**

Please complete the following poll so that I can better estimate the number of prospective attendees.


I am looking forward to seeing everyone again. Happy hawking!

Chris


Raffle Donation List: updated: 11/10/11



NAFEX Falconry Business Donations:



Marshall Radio Telemetry www.marshallradio.com (http://marshallradio.com/en/home)

- Pointing Dog Tracking Collar (http://marshallradio.com/en/north-american-falconry-products/itemlist/category/74-dog-collars)

- Scout Transmitter (http://marshallradio.com/en/north-american-falconry-products/north-american-falconry-transmitters/item/122-scout-transmitte) ( in the NAFEX internet Raffle (http://www.nafex.net/showthread.php?t=12373))

- Micro Transmitter (http://marshallradio.com/en/north-american-falconry-products/north-american-falconry-transmitters/item/126-micro-transmitter)

- T-Shirts, Hats

- Signal Sensor (http://marshallradio.com/en/north-american-falconry-products/north-american-falconry-accessories/item/530-marshall-signal-sensor-mag-switch)

- TrackPack (Micro & Medium) (http://marshallradio.com/en/north-american-falconry-products/north-american-falconry-accessories/item/137-trackpack-mounting-system)


Mikes Falconry Mikes Falconry Supplies (http://www.mikesfalconry.com/)- Falconry equipment

Doug Pineo Pineo Falconry (http://www.pineofalconry.com/)- Falconry equipment

Western Sporting Western Sporting Falconry Supplies (http://www.westernsporting.com/)- Falconry equipment and books

NorthWest Game Birds NorthWest GameBirds LLC (www.buycoturnixquail.com/)- $25.00 Gift Certificate



Proctor Hoods (www.ProctorHoods.com) (http://www.proctorhoods.com/)- 1 Falconry hood

BigJerHoods (www.bigjerhoods.com) (http://www.bigjerhoods.com/)- 1 Falconry hood

Mike Craig Leashes (www.craigleash.com) (http://www.craigleash.com/)- Falconry leash set

Steve Tait Hoods (www.stevetaithoods.com) (http://www.stevetaithoods.com/)- 1 Falconry Hood

Jeremy Roselle (www.huncountryhoods.com) (http://www.huncountryhoods.com/)- 1 Falconry Hood

Ken Hooke www.Falconryhoodsinternational.com (http://www.falconryhoodsinternational.com/)- 1 Falconry Hood (in the NAFEX internet Raffle (http://www.nafex.net/showthread.php?t=12373))


Books:

Authors- Ricardo Velarde and Ed Pitcher The Flying of Falcons (http://www.theflyingoffalcons.com/Book/Welcome.html)- 1 Fly of Falcons Book

Author- Harry McElroy Desert Hawking (http://www.deserthawking.com/home.html)- 1 Desert Hawking IV Book

AUthor- Martin Hollinshead- Hunting Eagle (http://business.virgin.net/fernhill.press/book10.htm) - 1Hunting Eagle Book

Author- Ken Filkins A Sophisticated Form of Hawk Watching (https://www.createspace.com/3561344)- 1 A Sophisticated Form of Hawk Watching Book




NAFEX members Donations:


Fred Seaman- 1 Female dudette (7/8th Barbary/Taita) ( please see rules for obtaining the falcon from Fred here ) (http://www.nafex.net/showpost.php?p=206948&postcount=50)


Scott McNeff- Falconry Item

Beth Fortner- Falconry Item

Greg Thomas- Launcher Leash

Rich Borquist- A leather Surprise

Geoff Hirschi - Falconry Item

Brian Kimsey- Orange falconry equipment book

Bruce Pressler- 1 Bownet ( http://www.nafex.net/showthread.php?t=11873)

Tahsa - Falconry prints/pictures

Chris Comeaux- Sparrow/small bird carrier

[frootdog]

Me + 1

[Lowachi]

do the poll so it counts Krys, jeesh!

that's me +3 Chris L.

[Dirthawking]

Brandi and I will be there as long as we make it to the meet. Sigh.....

[frootdog]

do the poll so it counts Krys, jeesh!

that's me +3 Chris L.

There was no poll when I vote jack wagon:D

[mainefalconer]

Chris, Haven't seen you since Amarillo. Looking forward to it. I'll be there. And I'll think up something to contribute to the auction. :D

[Chris L.]

Chris, Haven't seen you since Amarillo. Looking forward to it. I'll be there. And I'll think up something to contribute to the auction. :D


I know man its been a long time, Amarillo was a blast! I look forward to seeing you again. I have to leave on Wednesday to head back to TX. I will be in vernal 16-23. When are you headed that way?

Thanks for the donation, anything is great!

[Lowachi]

There was no poll when I vote jack wagon:D

peaceePeace 'dog. I'll quit. Damn

[mainefalconer]

Not sure what my plans are yet. I'm going to be flying out, and leaving my team of dogs and hawks behind, so probably wont plan on being there for much more than the meet. (wanna get back, and get hawkin')

I'll definitely be looking for folks to get out and do some hawking with though, since I wont have my own.

[Kurohyo]

;) Me + 1. Will think of something for the rafflle, who knows what I'll bring though :D

[outhawkn]

Just me............

[idbirdman]

Which day will it be held on? I probably won't get there till Wednesday morning.
Thanks
Stephen

[Chris L.]

Hey Stephen it is usually tuesday night. I cant have it later as I am heading to Texas for some hunting the rest of that week. I hope you can make it

[AK Rev]

Bummer...wish I could make it. I'll say it one more time...Thanksgiving is a terrible week for the NAFA meet.

[Chris L.]

Bummer...wish I could make it. I'll say it one more time...Thanksgiving is a terrible week for the NAFA meet.

Yeah its a tough week for some to get away.

[Hunter45]

Chris, my attendance will of course depend on any obligations as a NAFA DAL, but if I can make it (really want to!) it will be me and a friend.

Oh, and you can count on me for a Launcher Leash for your Raffle. We can get together at the Meet to do the transfer. I'm booked at the Meet hotel.

[Chris L.]

Chris, my attendance will of course depend on any obligations as a NAFA DAL, but if I can make it (really want to!) it will be me and a friend.

Oh, and you can count on me for a Launcher Leash for your Raffle. We can get together at the Meet to do the transfer. I'm booked at the Meet hotel.

Greg I sure hope you can make it. I know you have a ton going on. I am sure we will be there late.

Thank you for the leash. Lets try to meet up during orientation that night.

be safe in your travels

Chris

[Chris L.]

;) Me + 1. Will think of something for the rafflle, who knows what I'll bring though :D


Beth,
Thank you for your donation. Just bring it to the dinner and I can get it from you then. If you get an idea of what you are going to bring let me know so I can update the first post.

Thank you for your support

[Lowachi]

And ya know I'm good for something as well, I hope.

[frootdog]

And ya know I'm good for something as well, I hope.

Debatable.toungeout

[goshawkr]

I dont want to be too specific at the moment, because I dont yet know what I will be able to pull off, but put me down for a donation item.

[michaelberan]

Thanksgiving is a terrible week for the NAFA meet.

I told my wife and children, Mother, Father and all my relatives back in 2003 that I would never sit down to a Thanksgiving dinner with them ever again ..... just have to modify the priorities, now that I made that change Thanksgiving is the very best time of the year for me to stop everything and go to the NAFA meet!

[Mike Craig]

Hi Chris,
I won't be able to make the dinner, but will send you one of these leash set-ups.
Have a great time.
Mike

http://i608.photobucket.com/albums/tt166/mfcfalconphotos/Blue-blackset-up026-1.jpg

[Chris L.]

And ya know I'm good for something as well, I hope.

Rich,

Thank you my friend. I didnt want to assume you were. I sure was hoping you would ;), Thank you so much. I look forward to seeing what you create.


I dont want to be too specific at the moment, because I dont yet know what I will be able to pull off, but put me down for a donation item.

Geoff,

Thank you very much for your donation. I also look forward to what you donate. Thank you for your contribution.


Hi Chris,
I won't be able to make the dinner, but will send you one of these leash set-ups.
Have a great time.
Mike


Mike,

Thank you for the leash set! I only use your equipment on my birds. Mikes equipment is top quality! Who ever gets your set will be very pleased. Thank you for the donation.


I would also like to thank Chris Proctor, Big Jer, and Martin Hollinshead. Chris and Jer donated hoods and Martin is donating a copy of his newest book. Thank you guys clapp



The donation list is looking great. Thank you to those who are contributing. This years raffle is shaping up nicely.

( Updated the list 8/31/11)

[Dirthawking]

You know I will have some stuff for ya too!

[Chris L.]

You know I will have some stuff for ya too!

Thanks dude! I really appreciate it. Let me know so I can update the list. What should I put for your last name ;) :D

Thanks again

[Lowachi]

Thanks dude! I really appreciate it. Let me know so I can update the list. What should I put for your last name ;) :D

Thanks again

"MUD" Everyone knows mud backwards is......toungeout. Just joking.

[Chris L.]

"MUD" Everyone knows mud backwards is......toungeout. Just joking.

clappfirsts

[NMHighPlains]

I'll bring another book OR I can just put my Peregrine Falcon on a block in the middle of the room and allow everyone gaze at him. Your choice. :D

Mario- I'm using those paracord jesses. They're real handy. I use the leash as a leash and also to just run thru the bracelets when in the field. Thanks for submitting those.

[goshawkr]

Geoff,

Thank you very much for your donation. I also look forward to what you donate. Thank you for your contribution.

Well - hold of thanking me until the donation is actually made. It may not end up being worth a thanks. :D

I hope I find the time to make something nice, but I may end up just having to donate some stuff I have laying around. Been pretty busy for the last several months.

[outhawkn]

I can just put my Peregrine Falcon on a block in the middle of the room and allow everyone gaze at him. Your choice. :D
.


clappclapp................:D

[STait]

Chris, put me down for a hood donation and hopefully me and a guest will be there. I can't fully commit to being there (at the dinner/raffle) yet but I'll be in Vernal Monday on.

[Chris L.]

I'll bring another book OR I can just put my Peregrine Falcon on a block in the middle of the room and allow everyone gaze at him. Your choice. :D

Mario- I'm using those paracord jesses. They're real handy. I use the leash as a leash and also to just run thru the bracelets when in the field. Thanks for submitting those.

Bryan,

Thank you so much. Everyone loves the Orange book! It was a hot item last year. I look forward to seeing you in Vernal again.

Bring the falcon too! :D


Well - hold of thanking me until the donation is actually made. It may not end up being worth a thanks. :D

I hope I find the time to make something nice, but I may end up just having to donate some stuff I have laying around. Been pretty busy for the last several months.

Geoff, I am not picky! Anything is greatly appreciated.


Chris, put me down for a hood donation and hopefully me and a guest will be there. I can't fully commit to being there (at the dinner/raffle) yet but I'll be in Vernal Monday on.

Steve,
Thats great thank you, your hoods are awesome. One of the first hoods I had was mad by you. Someone is going to get a great hood.

Lets try to meet up in Vernal. Where are you staying?

Thanks guys for all of the great items.



Updated List ( 9/1/11)

[Ken S.]

I'm gonna try to make it again this year. Still have to work out the details though, it's a long drive from MD. If I end up flying there without bringing a bird with me I hope someone will let me tag along for some hawking.

If I can make it I will bring something for the raffle again too. I have a nice bottle of Scotch that someone might like to win. :)

[STait]

Chris, I think I'm staying at the host hotel. I let my friend take care of the details. I plan on chasing grouse the whole week.

[Chris L.]

BTT...

[Chris Proctor]

Such a bummer I can't go this year...

[Chris L.]

Such a bummer I can't go this year...

No worries man, We will try to do it every year.

[AK Rev]

No worries man, We will try to do it every year.

I can't remember where it's going to be the next few years?

[Dirthawking]

I can't remember where it's going to be the next few years?


At the NAFA meet! Duh! toungeout

[Chris L.]

I have recieved two more donations.

Jeremy Roselle From Hun country hoods (www.huncountryhoods.com) is donating one of his hods. Jeremey makes great hoods and the quality is top notch! Please visit Jeremy's site and have a look around. Thank you so much Jeremy!

Bruce Pressler has donated one of his famous bow nets. If you do not have one of these you need to get one. They are built well and are hard to beat. Here is a thread all about his bow nets (http://www.nafex.net/showthread.php?t=8858). You can get one of his bownets here ( http://www.nafex.net/showthread.php?t=11873 ) Bruce thank you so much! Someone will be very happy to get this! Bruce is also sending this bow net to me so I will have it at Vernal.

Thank you Jeremy and Bruce, I really appreciate your generous donations. They will make someone very happy.


*Donation list updated*

[AK Rev]

At the NAFA meet! Duh! toungeout

Hey, you edited your first response! I know you are just frustrated...salt shaker envy probably.

[Lowachi]

Such a bummer I can't go this year...

we'll be there when you can, man. Family comes first.thumbsupp

[Eragon]

I'll be there! Looking forward to another fun time!

[DLemieux]

Chris, I didn't read through every post but I gave it a good scan so I may have missed it but what day is the Dinner going to be? I will be arriving in Vernal Wednesday night the 23rd and staying until Sunday.

[Lowachi]

Chris, I didn't read through every post but I gave it a good scan so I may have missed it but what day is the Dinner going to be? I will be arriving in Vernal Wednesday night the 23rd and staying until Sunday.

traditionally, Tuesday evening. Best night not to interfer w/Nafa's speakers etc.

[FredFogg]

I can't remember where it's going to be the next few years?

http://www.n-a-f-a.com/Meets.htm#Future

[jfseaman]

http://www.n-a-f-a.com/Meets.htm#FutureLast time we were in Nebraska it was great!
Colorado, hmmm, a little more mixed.
Oklahoma and Texas, yeah baby. I'll buy that for a dollar!

I'll give the vet a call today to start pricing my H/C and fees associated with getting import #s.

[Chris L.]

I have some more items to list for the NAFEX dinner.

Marshall Telemetry and Fred Seaman have donated some incredible items. This years donations for the dinner is turning out to be incredible.

Here is what is being added to the list.

Marshall Telemetry- (http://marshallradio.com/en/home)

- Pointing Dog Tracking Collar

- Scout Transmitter ( in the NAFEX internet Raffle (http://www.nafex.net/showthread.php?t=12373))

- Micro Transmitter

- T-Shirts, Hats

- Signal Sensor

- TrackPack (Micro & Medium)



Fred Seaman (http://www.nafex.net/member.php?u=91)

1- Female dudette (7/8th Barbary/Taita).

( see the next post for the rules Fred has set for getting the falcon)


Thank you guys so much. Both of these donations are above and beyond and I cant thank you enough for the generosity.

[Chris L.]

Fred's rules for the falcon he is donating


Rules:
-Female dudette (7/8th Barbary/Taita).
-No substitutions except if I loose the ability to make them.
-If I fail to make the cross or fail to make a female, redeemable the following year.
-If I fail to make the cross or fail to make a female by April 30, 2013, substitution of a pure barbary or other Barbary hybrid that I make allowed.
It will be redeemable for a bird any time after sex is determined, usually 3-4 days after hatch.
-Intention to redeem must be received prior to March 1st.
-May be picked up any time after sex is determined.
-Redeemer pays crate, shipping and H/C costs.
-Shipping after bird is old enough per airline regulations for the welfare of the bird.
-Not redeemable for monetary value.
-Not redeemable for birds from other breeders.
-In the event of my death, no longer valid :eek:

[jnelly32]

Wow, sounds like the dinner is going to be even better than last year. Chris, your efforts are much appreciated. Those hoods are looking pretty good...

[JRedig]

Maybe i'll just fly in for the nafex dinner...lol. pretty cool!

[Chris L.]

Jeff and Joel,

Thank you for the kind words. I am really pumped about this years Dinner. I enjoy being able to do this for the community, plus they are a lot of fun. There is no way I couldn't do it if it wasn't for those who are so generous.

I look forward to seeing everyone there. There will be some happy falconers that night!!

[Chris L.]

I want to thank the newest sponsors to the NAFEX dinner raffle. I think this years dinner is fast becoming the best.

Mikes Falconry Mikes Falconry Supplies (http://www.mikesfalconry.com/)- Falconry equipment


Doug Pineo Pineo Falconry (http://www.pineofalconry.com/)- Falconry equipment


Ricardo Velarde and Ed Pitcher The Flying of Falcons (http://www.theflyingoffalcons.com/Book/Welcome.html)- 1 Fly of Falcons Book


Harry McElroy Desert Hawking (http://www.deserthawking.com/home.html)- 1 Desert Hawking IV Book



Ricardo and Harry, thank you for the great books you are donating. You are both well revered on NAFEX and in the falconry community.



Mike Syring and Doug Pineo, Thank you both for your generous donations. You guys both are well respected on NAFEX and have a great reputation for some of the best service and products.

I really appreciate everyone's generosity, I can't thank you enough for making the dinner so successful

[FredFogg]

Fred's rules for the falcon he is donating


Rules:
-Female dudette (7/8th Barbary/Taita).
-No substitutions except if I loose the ability to make them.
-If I fail to make the cross or fail to make a female, redeemable the following year.
-If I fail to make the cross or fail to make a female by April 30, 2013, substitution of a pure barbary or other Barbary hybrid that I make allowed.
It will be redeemable for a bird any time after sex is determined, usually 3-4 days after hatch.
-Intention to redeem must be received prior to March 1st.
-May be picked up any time after sex is determined.
-Redeemer pays crate, shipping and H/C costs.
-Shipping after bird is old enough per airline regulations for the welfare of the bird.
-Not redeemable for monetary value.
-Not redeemable for birds from other breeders.
-In the event of my death, no longer valid :eek:

Wow Fred! That is awesome! I really, really wish I were going to the meet this year, the NAFEX raffle is going to be the bomb! You guys are going to win some great stuff. I wish other breeders would donate birds! There were several breeders that donated birds for the first World Raptor Take Conservency (now AFC) auction and it was a huge success.

[jfseaman]

Wow Fred! That is awesome! I really, really wish I were going to the meet this year, the NAFEX raffle is going to be the bomb! You guys are going to win some great stuff. I wish other breeders would donate birds! There were several breeders that donated birds for the first World Raptor Take Conservency (now AFC) auction and it was a huge success.Other breeders I've talked to stopped doing it.

I had to make the rules very specific because of hard feelings or rumors of hard feelings from winners when a breeder didn't produce. Sometimes it's not even the winner but...

One breeder I know had his reputation damaged by a person not party to the winner who said that the breeder welshed. In fact the winner banked the bird and it is still banked. The third party did the damage, it will take years to undo.

I don't want that happening to me. confusedd

[Tasha55403]

You can put me down for a pic or two :)

[FredFogg]

Other breeders I've talked to stopped doing it.

I had to make the rules very specific because of hard feelings or rumors of hard feelings from winners when a breeder didn't produce. Sometimes it's not even the winner but...

One breeder I know had his reputation damaged by a person not party to the winner who said that the breeder welshed. In fact the winner banked the bird and it is still banked. The third party did the damage, it will take years to undo.

I don't want that happening to me. confusedd

Sounds like a bunch of cry babies to me! He said, she said, wah, wah, wah! If you spell out the specifics with any transaction, there shouldn't be a problem. I think your specifics should handle that as would anyone else that would offer to donate a bird.

[Chris L.]

You can put me down for a pic or two :)

Thank you Tasha, Your pics are always a hit!!!

Are you going to make it to the dinner?

[Tasha55403]

Thank you Tasha, Your pics are always a hit!!!

Are you going to make it to the dinner?

Unless my car falls apart on the way and I'm still thumbing a ride to get there...yup, I'll be there:D

[goshawkr]

Has a date and/or location been set for this yet? I seem to have missed that detail if it has...

I am very much looking forward to linking faces to names/NAFEX handles.

[Chris L.]

Has a date and/or location been set for this yet? I seem to have missed that detail if it has...

I am very much looking forward to linking faces to names/NAFEX handles.


HI Geoff,

The date is going to be the 22 of November. I have a place and will be finalizing the plans with the owner in the next few weeks. It will most likely be held at a restaurant called the 7-11 Ranch Restaurant. It is well known locally and it should serve our needs well. Due to the size of our party, there will be a limited menu. Once the owner and I figure out what to serve, I will put the menu choices on NAFEX.

Rex, a NAFEX member, has helped out with us securing the place and I wanted to thank him for his help

[Chris L.]

We have 2 more additions to the NAFEX Vernal dinner raffle list

Author- Ken Filkins A Sophisticated Form of Hawk Watching (https://www.createspace.com/3561344)- 1 A Sophisticated Form of Hawk Watching Book

Tahsa - Falconry prints/pictures


Thank you Tasha and Ken for the very generous donations. I really appreciate your support.

[goshawkr]

HI Geoff,

The date is going to be the 22 of November. I have a place and will be finalizing the plans with the owner in the next few weeks. It will most likely be held at a restaurant called the 7-11 Ranch Restaurant. It is well known locally and it should serve our needs well. Due to the size of our party, there will be a limited menu. Once the owner and I figure out what to serve, I will put the menu choices on NAFEX.

Rex, a NAFEX member, has helped out with us securing the place and I wanted to thank him for his help

While there are not many resturants in Vernal to choose from, that one is one of the best. Its also the only one I have ever eaten at. I have a lot of family in Vernal, and far more offers than I can ever take up.

I'll keep the 22nd open.

[Ron Clarke]

Count me in, Chris, with the usual caveat as already put forth by Greg -- my presence may be required at a NAFA business meeting that night, but I'll show up as soon as I can. I'll donate something -- not sure what yet, but I'll give it some thought and get back to you. Looking forward to it!

[Chris L.]

Hi Ron,

I look forward to it! I really enjoyed hanging out with you and the porge last year. See you in a few weeks


Guys this is the final count, please do the poll if you are coming. I would like to get some close numbers of all who is going to be there. I want to give the restaurant a fair number.

Also, if you posted that you were coming and are now not, please post to let me know how many to take off.

Its crazy how fast this is coming, this year flew by

See you guys soon!beeerbeeer

[michaelberan]

Chris I need to add one,
myself, two apprentices and my son for a total of 4

[Hunter45]

Chris, Ron summed it up well. Barring NAFA duties we both will try to be there as soon as we can. And we'll ck in w/each other before so I can give you my LL for your Raffle.

[Yeomanfalconer]

Chris, put me down for a hood donation and hopefully me and a guest will be there. I can't fully commit to being there (at the dinner/raffle) yet but I'll be in Vernal Monday on.
For the sake of those there, please keep things ( in the raffle) moving. Don't waste time raffling every GD tee-shirt donated.

[COMEAUX]

The boss asked about the meet I told her to far and extra $180frus) for 4 HC could not afford it. She said ya have to go...what ya need I'll cover it so I'm in:D will have something for the raffle too.

Chris

[Lowachi]

The boss asked about the meet I told her to far and extra $180frus) for 4 HC could not afford it. She said ya have to go...what ya need I'll cover it so I'm in:D will have something for the raffle too.

Chris
clapp Cool. Look forward ta seeing ya again.

[COMEAUX]

clapp Cool. Look forward ta seeing ya again.

I got a bottle of crown we can break the seal on and I'll have some Texas beer for a chaserbeeer

[Chris L.]

For the sake of those there, please keep things ( in the raffle) moving. Don't waste time raffling every GD tee-shirt donated.

Eric,

If you are coming to the dinner to rush it along please do not bother coming. It is a FREE raffle and I want to make sure every person that has donated gets their time in the spotlight. You may not think that Every "GD t-shirt" is important but I do. Its support from everyone that makes the dinner so great and I will not rush it along so you or anyone else is happy.

If your time is that important please do not come to the dinner. I really do not want you or anyone else who is in a hurry to come. If you want to come to relax and enjoy the evening, with no time restraints, please do come by.

It's comments like yours that make me wonder why I take my time to host a dinner and raffle. I am a little blown away by this comment.

Thanks for your concern

[Chris L.]

Ron and Greg,

I know you guys have prior obligations. There should be plenty of time for you both to still make the raffle. I hope to see you both there. Be safe in your travels.

[Chris L.]

The above statement had me thinking.

I want to make clear for all of the members and guests who are going to attend this dinner: you are not being forced to attend the NAFEX dinner, and if you do choose to come, you are not being forced to stay. If it's not to your caliber, please do not hesitate to check yourself out of the venue. Please don't ruin it for everyone else who wants to have a good time. In fact, if you're thinking at all that you might not like it or that you have resentment for NAFEX in any way, please don't bother showing up. I am providing this for members who are excited to meet each other and enjoy the NAFEX forum. We have had a great time in the past and let's keep it that way. I will be putting this disclaimer on every NAFEX dinner from here on out.

This is going to be a great dinner and Raffle I am really looking forward to it. Thank you to all who have been supportive and to all who have donated. You guys are what have made past dinners so much fun. I can't wait to see you all again

Regards

Chris

[Chris L.]

More Donations were received today.


http://www.westernsporting.com/mm5/images/western-sporting-logo.gif (http://www.westernsporting.com/)


I want to thank Western Sporting (http://www.westernsporting.com/) for the great items they sent for the NAFEX dinner and Raffle.

Frank , from Western Sporting, sent 3 books and some falconry supplies.

Here is what he sent:

The Imprint Accipiter II (http://www.westernsporting.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=1111&Product_Code=FB1071&Category_Code=FB)

Trapping essentials (http://www.westernsporting.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=1111&Product_Code=FB1054&Category_Code=FB)

In Season
(http://www.westernsporting.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=1111&Product_Code=FB1045&Category_Code=FB)
DVD- Eagle Journal (http://www.westernsporting.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=1111&Product_Code=FD1041&Category_Code=FDV)

NutureSeal Leather Conditioner (http://www.westernsporting.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=1111&Product_Code=FE5187&Category_Code=FEEE)


Thank you again Frank for the very generous donations. I really appreciate it!clapp

[Chris L.]

Another addition to the raffle beeer

Chris Comeaux (http://www.nafex.net/member.php?u=722) donated a sparrow/ small bird carrier.

Chris makes very nice sparrow traps. If you are looking to buy one please get one from him. I have one and I have caught many sparrows with it.

Thanks Chris for the great donation


The donation list has been updated. I am really impressed at all of the items that will be at this raffle, i think this is our best one yet. Thank you again to all of those who are supporting NAFEX.

[Yeomanfalconer]

Eric,

If you are coming to the dinner to rush it along please do not bother coming. It is a FREE raffle and I want to make sure every person that has donated gets their time in the spotlight. You may not think that Every "GD t-shirt" is important but I do. Its support from everyone that makes the dinner so great and I will not rush it along so you or anyone else is happy.

If your time is that important please do not come to the dinner. I really do not want you or anyone else who is in a hurry to come. If you want to come to relax and enjoy the evening, with no time restraints, please do come by.

It's comments like yours that make me wonder why I take my time to host a dinner and raffle. I am a little blown away by this comment.

Thanks for your concern
Believe me Chris, no one enjoys a well run raffle that goes to midnight if need be, more than me. I guess what I was commenting on was the last(NAFA) raffle I went to in 2005? It was painfully drawn out and slow. People were shouting down others on the other side of the room for being too boisterous (bored), etc. There were many great items donated, I don't mean to slight any donation, it just seems like common sense would dictate that other evening raffles should be held if there is that much stuff to distribute.

I am sure there have been many superbly run raffles, we have good ones here with our state club which I donate to. And I really do deserve to have someone remind me, again, that if I don't like it why don't I volunteer and make it better. Good point.

I truly wish I could attend both raffles next week. I am not sure why I commented given that I knew I could not make it. My apologies for coming across as negative. I really meant it as constructive criticism.

[frootdog]

I guess what I was commenting on was the last(NAFA) raffle I went to in 2005? It was painfully drawn out and slow.

I truly wish I could attend both raffles next week.

You do realize the 2005 meet was the last Vernal, UT meet? Things change a lot in 6 years. NAFA now has raffles on every every night but Tuesdays and I assume they intend to continue that.

[Chris L.]

I truly wish I could attend both raffles next week. I am not sure why I commented given that I knew I could not make it. My apologies for coming across as negative. I really meant it as constructive criticism.

Thank you for the reply... Im sorry I was so blunt in my response, it's hard to get one's intentions from a written reply. I am sensitive about the dinner as it is a lot of work and I couldn't do it without the generous contributions made by all.

I can fully understand your point. I want to keep the raffle fun and exciting. A beer tub and a free falcon always help :D ( thanks again Fred for the falcon donation)

See you guys soon

[Chris L.]

I received another donation to the NAFEX raffle!

The fine folks at NorthWest GameBirds LLC (http://buycoturnixquail.com/) donated $25.00 gift certificate. This will help with the food bill for sure.

http://buycoturnixquail.com/wp-content/themes/bird/images/logo.jpg
(http://buycoturnixquail.com)

Thank you for the generous donation!

[Chris L.]

The dinner will be heled at the 7-11 ranch restaurant at 700pm. The raffle will be held around 8-815pm

If you are staying at the Sage Motel you can walk to the dinner :D

7-11 Ranch Restaurant
(435) 789-1170
Vernal
77 E Main St
Vernal, UT 84078


Because of the size of the group, there will be a scaled down version of the menu. I am meeting with the owner tomorrow to discuss the menu. I will post about the options tomorrow

[Lowachi]

The dinner will be heled at the 7-11 ranch restaurant at 700pm. The raffle will be held around 8-815pm

If you are staying at the Sage Motel you can walk to the dinner :D

7-11 Ranch Restaurant
(435) 789-1170
Vernal
77 E Main St
Vernal, UT 84078


Because of the size of the group, there will be a scaled down version of the menu. I am meeting with the owner tomorrow to discuss the menu. I will post about the options tomorrow

Always good ta know where ta go....thanks

[Chris L.]

Always good ta know where ta go....thanks

I fogot to mention it's on Tuesday night the 22nd of November

I look forward to seeing you there brotha!! I have an offering for the gods, I will see you at the weathering yard.

[latham]

Chris: I had sent you an email and didn't see the Archives on the updated donor posts. In case it didn't go through, I will be bringing from The Archives of Falconry: the Craighead book "Life with an Indian Prince", Swift's/Archives new book "Bibliotheca Accipiteria II", Gene Johnson's limited edition print "Jungle Queen" (Harpy), the Baumlin print, and the Wilde Bald Eagle print. Thanks for all your work. Bob Collins

[forestfalcon]

Ugh! I wish I was able to go to this dinner, or the meet in general! It was so nice to meet many of you last year. Who knew babies were so much work? Hopefully I can make next year's! You all have fun!

[Chris L.]

Hey all,

I finally made it back to town and was able to get on the CPU.

Thank you to all who attended the NAFEX dinner this year, we had around 40 attendees. It was a huge success and it was great to see familiar faces and meet new ones. The venue was perfect and it all went together without a hitch.

Thanks to Rex for helping out with getting the venue secured and for helping with the dinner. I couldn't have done it without you man, Thank you! Thanks for that jack rabbit spot too... you rock!

Triple H, thanks for all of the help with keeping the flow going. You call numbers out like no other ;)

Thank you to all who donated to the dinner. We had enough door prizes for everyone and then some. I think everyone left very happy with the door prizes they won. Thank you for being so generous, it's these contributions that make the dinner so successful.

I will post some pictures of the dinner as I get unpacked and caught up.

I am looking forward to next years dinner. These have been a lot of fun and I think it will continue to be a great time.

See you all next year!!!

[FredFogg]

Chris, can you post a list of who won what?

Congrats to everyone, I sure wish I was there. I will definately be at the one in Kearney!

[Heatherg]

Chris,
No prob!!! any time!!! Glad I was there to help...it was lots o fun!!!!!
And Rex....thanks to you as well for the jacks....my birds and krys's birds really thank you as well!!! :) I owe ya....let me know when you have your bird ready for jacks and I will meet ya in KS!!!! its well worth the trip!!!

[Lowachi]

Had a good time as well. Good ta see everyone again, especially the host!!!

[rhall]

Thanks Chris and Heather. Believe me it was my pleasure! Kansas huh? I can do that!:D

[Dirthawking]

Had a blast as usual! Thanks to Chris and all the donors. Without you guys this would not have been possible. Just in case anybody is curious.....our total bill for that night was $480 and some change. Not bad!