V.T.A. held its convention and outdoor show on July 18, 19, and 20 at the Page County Fairgrounds in Luray, Virginia. There were lots of vendors with the up to date trapping supplies, and plenty of scents. Seminars on today techniques where giving by experts in the field for trapping different type of critters. Having never attended one these shows before, it seems that the heat didn't stop the loyal trapper from showing up and taking part in event.

The Central Virginia Chapter set up a booth to talk turkey. We spoke to lot of people who have and still enjoy the spring or fall battle with our feathered friends. I am interested in coyote hunting and learning the techniques of calling a coyote into shotgun range. As I walked around the fairgrounds, I could tell there is a lot of equipment need for trapping. I even think I saw a trap big enough to catch BIGFOOT…hmmmm. I'd rather call him in.

I wasn't sure what to take with me to a trapper show, so for next year we plan on setting up a booth and doing a seminar on turkey hunting, and sportsmanship in the outdoors.

I want to thank Ed Crebbs for inviting us to participate in the V.T.A. Convention and Outdoor Show. We certainly enjoyed ourselves.