Special Events at the DWR 2013:

 

 

The DWR will span Friday evening, Saturday, and Sunday. But the DWR 2013 doesn't stop with just the demonstration rotations! Check out the other events lined up for the weekend:

 

Richard Raffan Hands-on workshops:

Richard Raffan is teaching a limited number of one-day turning workshops that will be available after the symposium (Feb 25th, 26th, and 27th). This may be Richard's last trip to the U.S. for woodturning classes and demonstrations. So reserve your chance to learn from a true woodturning master.

 

Demonstrator Turn-Off Contest:

Friday evening join us for a turn-off contest with the demonstrators. Brave registrants who choose to, can join a fellow woodturner and test their woodturning mettle. The winner is the one who can turn the contest item in the fastest time, with the best quality.

 

Penturners Event:

The International Association of Penturners will be hosting an event Friday evening as well. More details to come.

This event is open to the public.

 

Raffles and Silent Auction:

A variety of raffles will be held throughout the weekend. Prizes may be woodturning related, woodworking related, or of general interest. Area woodturners have donated some of the finest woodturned pieces for silent auction. Proceeds benefit educational woodturning programs to be held in the Valley of the Sun.

 

Instant Gallery:

The instant gallery continues to be one of the mainstay attractions of the Desert Woodturning Roundup. The gallery will be open to the general public. Fine pieces will be displayed by demonstrators, and attendees from throughout the nation. Regional attendees often bring pieces representive of the materials and design influences of the desert Southwest.

 

 

 

 

Banquet and Live Auction:

Saturday night, we continue the tradition of the DWR banquet and auction. Join us for an evening of fine food and conversation. This is also your opportunity to bid on fine quality woodturnings to add to your collection. The proceeds support educational programs promoting the woodturning craft in the Valley of the Sun.

 

Our banquet also honors woodturners who have contributed greatly to the art and craft of woodturning, with the Desert Woodturning Roundup Recognition Award. Recipients have demonstrated a high level of skill, promoted woodturning locally and nationally, and have exemplified excellence in mentorship of new woodturners.

• 2006 - Phil Brennion
• 2007 - Wally Dickerman
• 2009 - Clarence "Shorty" Hart
• 2011 - Carl Smith, John Lea, Jason Clark
• 2013 - TBD

 

 

 

Vendor Area:

Looking for that special tool you saw used in a demonstration? Stop in our Vendor Area and pick one up at a discount. You'll save on shipping costs by buying it direct at the Symposium. If you do need an item shipped, we will have representatives from the UPS store on hand to ship your item home. Some vendors will also be demonstrating their latest gadget to make your woodturning experience more enjoyable. One can never have enough tools. This is also your chance to pick up local woods that are hard to find in other parts of the country. To see which vendors will be attending, click the vendors link to the left.

 

T-shirts:

With your registration packet, you receive a Desert Woodturning Roundup 2013 T-shirt in the size of your choosing. It's fashionable to wear at your next woodturning event or black-tie affair.

 

 

Photo Gallery:

Photos of instant gallery items, action shots from demonstrations, and pictures of people just having plain old fun will be available on this website shortly after DWR2013.

 

 

 

 

 

Informal Events:

Check your favorite chat room or discussion board for informal happenings taking place before or after the symposium.