Seminars
Seminar Schedule this Year
The people below have donated their time at convention to provide seminars that share some of their callmaking techniques. Time and time again, call makers line up to share the tricks of the trade and help continue the tradition of call making. While registration is not required to attend, it is encouraged and appreciated by the seminar presenter. Please consider registering below, and don’t forget to let each of our seminar instructors know how much they are appreciated for volunteering their time.
Feb 12, 2026 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Innovative Techniques in CallMaking
Don’t miss the chance to join us for an exclusive session with Grand National Champions Brent Hoover and Jeremiah Cluesman! These masters will reveal their innovative techniques for carving and painting duck calls that set them apart in competition. This is a rare opportunity to learn from the very best in the field! Be part of this exciting event and elevate your skills to the next level!
Feb 12, 2026 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Journeys in Callmaking
Tom Osmer and Kevin Rouse will be hosting a session called "Journeys in Callmaking." During this event, they will share how they got started in callmaking, discuss the obstacles they faced, explain how they develop their calls, and describe the process of bringing them to market. They will also cover how to effectively use these calls in the field.
Feb 12, 2026 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Artistic Expressions in CallMaking
Clayborn Dotson and Richard Steward will be hosting a seminar focused on carving and painting decorative calls. They will explore how artistic expressions in callmaking blend functionality with exquisite craftsmanship. The seminar will showcase a variety of skills and techniques that contribute to mastering carving as both an art form and a competitive pursuit.
Feb 13, 2026 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Topic to be determined
Interested in offering a seminar in this time slot? Call Briana Alley at (706)814-8185
Feb 13, 2026 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Tuning a Duck Call - Ron Laun (Stump)
The most acclaimed and accomplished duck call maker of this generation has graciously accepted our invitation to teach other callmakers how to tune a duck call to his standards. We have been asking "Stump" to host a seminar for years and he finally agreed. For many years now many competitors have been chasing his success on the duck side of this competition. Here is your chance to learn some of his techniques.
Feb 14, 2026 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Topic to be determined
Interested in offering a seminar in this time slot? Call Briana Alley at (706)814-8185