Something to get you pumped for the upcoming season!

[Shane Simpson]

Just wanted to let you guys know about the "Twin Cities Open" turkey calling contest. There is a Hunter/Amateur divisions for anyone who has never won a calling contest. These events are a great way to learn more about turkeys and turkey hunting and also a great way to make contacts with others in the area with the same passion. Hope some of you guys can make it! Here are some more details:

Master of Ceremonies for this event will be Entertainer, Humorist, Wildlife Impersonator, Outdoorsman, Two-time Grand National Wild Turkey Gobbling Champion and first World Quail Calling Champion, Ralph Duren.

Also in attendence, as part of the awards ceremony, will be Kara Wattunen, Miss Minnesota US International 2011.

Cash and prizes to be awarded to the top three finishers in each division! High quality plaques, featuring the art of Wess Vandenbark will also be awarded to the top three finishers in each divisions! *Note: If the expected high turnout in the Open Division holds true, then the top 5 places will be awarded plaques.

Registration ends at 12:00 pm, Callers meeting at 12:30 pm and contest begins at 1:00 pm.

Contestants may pre-register with Shane Simpson ([email protected])

Divisions and Fees:

Open - $20 , Friction - $20, Owl Hooting - $10, Hunter/Amateur - $10 (open to anyone who has never won a turkey calling contest), Intermediate - $10 (ages 16-20), Junior - $10 (11-15), and Poult - Free to enter (10-under)

The stage will be designed to give the audience and callers the feel of actually being in the outdoors. A foggy morning, photographic backdrop, complete with gobbling and strutting toms, sets the scene as two turkey hunters in the distance try to seal the deal! Complimenting the backdrop will be full body mount gobblers on display! Even if do not plan to enter the contest, you'll want to stop by and check it out!

Location:

Northwest Sportshow

Minneapolis Convention Center

1301 2nd Avenue South

Minneapolis, MN 55403

Show Office Phone Number Beginning Sunday, 3/27: 612-335-6880

[DonBo]

This should be a great event. Shane, what day is this held?

[Shane Simpson]

This should be a great event. Shane, what day is this held?

I can't believe I left that out! duh...It is this Sunday April 3, 2011 at the Northwest Sportshow. Anyone wishing to enter the contest receives two free tickets to the show!