Duck Blind Carving class

[Willy McDonald]

We had a great class this past weekend of eager students several that were first time carvers. All did a great job. I have to thank Dwane Ong and Brian Ballard for their assistance in teaching. It sure made "one on one help" easier thanks to you two. Princess Di kept all fed (great food) and with the proper equipment and as usuall she did an outstanding job. Great results from a super bunch of folks.
Willy
Brian Ballard hard at work.

Part of the class busy transfering guide lines

Bill Schill busy carving.

Jim DeCoursey in the same position

Don Snow is the teachers pet. No apples but a bottle of 12 year old Glenfiddich earns him the right.

Bob Stewart tempted fate by wear a Hat with a block M in the MSU facility Bob hard at work

Bob Battinkoff turned out a dynamite Goldeneye.

Brian Floreschinger did a very clean job and all with hand tools.

Here is Jean Flowers studying here pattern

Our other lady Susan Peltz was a first timer and really did super.

Mark Latva another new carver hard at work

Dan Wise not only did a great decoy but he and his bride got to take advantage of the KBS lodging. I think they had a super Duck Blind experience.

Here is the Class with finished decoys. Thanks all you make me look good.

 

[Eddie Kershaw]

Willy thanks for posting the pictures it looks like everybody had a great time, mind you that we scotsman BB, looks like he is falling a sleep on the Job HeHeHe.
take care and God Bless
Eddie.
Its all about Building that Bond.

 

[John L]

I'm jealous.
I wish I had an oportunity to learn how to cave here on Long Island.
Looks like everyone had a good time and turned out some nice looking decoys.

 

[Kristan]

Great group of people and fabulous group of birds...Wish I could have sat in that class this year...Job and movement a 1000 miles south kinda threw me a curve ball this year...

Take care Willy and Di....

I will get in touch with you soon...Getting settled and I believe I am having withdraws...Might need a doctor...I'm cork deficient....

Regards,

Kristan

 

[Willy McDonald]

Hey Kristan.....you were missed. No one tried to paint with oils or cooked poppers during class. What can i say but you were missed big time. I hope you can make it next time. Good luck on your move nd job.

Willy

 

[Paul Tychsen]

Where was the class held, and how much?

Also, is it being held again any time soon?

Thanks-
Paul

 

[Willy McDonald]

Hi Paul....send me an email to duckblind@mei.net and I'll send you info on the last class and alert you to future classes.

Willy

 

[Brian F.]

I had to leave early on Sunday so I didn't get to finish my painting. I worked on it at home this past week and have it finished.
Thanks again Willy and Di!!

Best,
Brian F.

 

[Al Hansen]

Great pics, Willy. I liked what Don Snow did. Smart man.
Al

 

[Gary Lee]

Wow ! Looks like a great class, and that everyone turned out a great decoy !

 

[Chuck J]

Nice job Brian, you going to keel it or weight it?