Show Brochure - SEWE 2017 - Feb 17-19

SEWE T h i r t y- f i f t h A n n u a l

February 17-19, 2017 Charleston, sc

The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition has been embracing art and the sporting life for 35 years. As a time tested tradition for art collectors, wildlife enthusiasts and generations of loyal attendees, SEWE honors the beauty of both wildlife and nature. Join us for another anticipated edition, where we’ll gather the best in show - from world-renowned artists, sculptors and exhibitors to wildly popular entertainers and animal experts in venues throughout downtown Charleston. Celebrate the art of tradition and welcome SEWE’s heritage into your home.

Charleston Place Hotel Original Wildlife & Sporting Art SEWE will host over 100 artists in Charleston Place.

Ezra Tucker of Colorado has been chosen as the 2017 Featured Artist. We are pleased to welcome Guest Artists Richard Loffler, sculptor, and Van Marshall, carver.

Fine Art Gallery in Charleston Place

Quick Draw / Speed Sculpt and Auction 3 pm, Friday, February 17 – Auction to Follow Witness the imagination, talent and process behind SEWE artists. Watch participating artists paint or sculpt an original piece from start to finish in just one hour. Julie Jeppsen and Heiner Hertling will reunite to create an original painting.

Immediately following, a live auction will be held for attendees to bid on the one-of-a-kind paintings and sculptures.

Fine Art Gallery in Charleston Place

Duet & Quartet and Auction 2 pm, Saturday, February 18 – Auction to follow Two painters create an original oil painting while two sculptors create a piece of sculpture out of clay—all to the background of the Charleston Symphony Orchestra Quartet.

Live auction to follow.

Fine Art Gallery in Charleston Place

Special Exhibit: The Library More than 100 original studies and art publications by SEWE artists will be on display and available for purchase throughout the weekend. These framed studies will be smaller renderings of original works that will also be available for purchase in the Fine Art Gallery in Charleston Place. Artists will be available to autograph books.

Edmunds Room, Charleston Place

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The Charleston Gaillard Center The Charleston Gaillard Center’s superior performance hall and event space will house SEWE’s live performances and outstanding local, regional and national artisans.

These exhibits will feature a varied mix of creations, including handcrafted furniture, leather goods, woodworks, outfitters and knife makers.

Jeff Corwin As a television personality, nature conservationist and author, Jeff Corwin will entertain and delight SEWE attendees at the Gaillard Center with live presentations on Friday and Saturday. Best known as host and executive producer of Ocean Mysteries on ABC, Jeff is recognized as a global leader in exploration and conservation. Seating is first-come, first-served. See schedule for times.

Busch Wildlife Sanctuary Busch Wildlife Sanctuary will introduce the wonders of the natural ecosystems and give SEWE attendees an up-close look at animals ranging from alligators, bobcats and foxes to birds of prey, snakes and much more. Seating is first-come, first-served. See schedule for times.

Audubon The Film Audubon is the story of John James Audubon’s adventure across America as he pursued his dream of painting life-size images of all the bird species in America.

Wildlife & Nature Photography The Gaillard Center will feature wildlife and nature photography.

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Marion Square Flight Demonstrations with The Center for Birds of Prey Presented by BP America One of the most entertaining and educational shows during SEWE. See amazing flight demos up-close by a variety of raptors including falcons, eagles, owls and hawks while learning about the important role they play in our ecosystem.

Scout Boat Raffle Presented by Scout Boats and Ducks Unlimited Win a 19’ 2017 Scout 195 Sportfish center console with Yamaha F-115XB engine, T-top with aft spreader lights and t-bag, Magic Tilt trailer and brand new shark gray hull color.

Tickets are $100 and available now on sewe.com; only 550 tickets will be sold. See the boat in person and purchase a ticket in Marion Square. Drawing will take place on Sunday, February 19. You do not need to be present to win.

Fresh on the Menu / Certified South Carolina Presented by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture Watch more than a dozen of the Lowcountry’s greatest chefs demonstrate how to prepare some of their favorite recipes with locally grown and produced ingredients.

Sample products from the producers, processors and vendors that make up the Certified South Carolina program.

See schedule for times.

The Orianne Society Reptiles and amphibians are an integral part of our ecosystem.

Learn why and how The Orianne Society promotes the conservation of these creatures and game species (such as quail, turkey and deer) in this informative presentation with the Eastern Indigo Snake, Gopher Tortoise, Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake and more. See schedule for times.

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Live music, Conservation Village, Ducks Unlimited tent, Garden & Gun, pet adoptions, SEWE souvenirs, beer and wine, local food vendors, Edisto Island Serpentarium, kid’s activities . . . and more!

Brittlebank Park Two Tank DockDogs® Competitions Watch dogs of all breeds and skill levels compete in various water jumping competitions in side-by-side tanks. “Waves” of competition held throughout Friday, Saturday and Sunday, with finals Sunday afternoon. For more information or to pre-register your dog, visit dockdogs.com.

Sporting Village Meet hunting, fishing and safari guides, outdoor outfitters and land professionals and check out boats, ATVs and a host of John Deere tractors. Charleston Angler will hold fly fishing and cast net demonstrations for children and adults. See schedule for times.

QDMA Lecture Series The Quality Deer Management Association will host a series of lectures throughout the weekend that focus on healthy and sustainable deer populations and wildlife habitat. See schedule for times.

Retriever Demonstrations Able handlers and dogs of various breeds and ages put on demonstrations of retrieving skills. See schedule for times.

Children’s Activities and Games Bring the kids! Brittlebank Park will house a kid’s activities section including pony and camel rides, an exotic petting zoo and other fun games and educational programs.

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Schedule of Events Events included with SEWE General Admission tickets and VIP badges. Accurate at time of printing.

Friday, February 17, 2017 8:30 AM–5 PM

Copley Fine Art Auctions Winter Sale

9 AM

DockDogs® Registration Opens Brittlebank Park

10 AM

ALL EXHIBITS OPEN Multiple Locations

American Theater

10 AM–5:30 PM DockDogs® Competitions Brittlebank Park 11 AM

Busch Wildlife Sanctuary Show Gaillard Center

11 AM

Birds of Prey Flight Demos presented by BP America

11 AM

Chef Demo: Kevin Johnson | The Kitchen

11 AM

Cast Net Demos Brittlebank Park

12 PM

Chef Demo: Michelle Weaver | Charleston Grill

12 PM

Retriever Demos Brittlebank Park

1 PM

Audubon The Film Gaillard Center

1 PM

Chef Demo: John Ondo | Kairos Marion Square

1 PM

Orianne Society: Reptile Ecology & Conservation

2 PM

Chef Demo: Shane Whiddon | Virginia’s on King

2 PM

Fly Fishing Demos Brittlebank Park

3–5 PM

Decoy Auction Preview Charleston Marriott

3 PM

Quick Draw/Speed Sculpt & Auction Charleston Place

3 PM

Jeff Corwin Gaillard Center

3 PM

Birds of Prey Flight Demos presented by BP America

3 PM

Chef Demo: David Pell | Coast Marion Square

3 PM

QDMA Lecture Series: Hank Forester | QDM 101 – Deer Biology Brittlebank Park

3:30 PM

Fly Fishing Demos Brittlebank Park

4 PM

Litter Trashes Everyone Puppet Show Marion Square

4 PM

Retriever Demos Brittlebank Park

6 PM

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Marion Square Marion Square

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Saturday, February 18, 2017 9 AM

DockDogs® Registration Opens Brittlebank Park

10 AM

ALL EXHIBITS OPEN Multiple Locations

10 AM–12 PM

Decoy Auction Preview Charleston Marriott

10 AM–5:30 PM DockDogs® Competitions Brittlebank Park

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10:30 AM

Birds of Prey Flight Demos presented by BP America

10:30 AM

Litter Trashes Everyone Puppet Show Marion Square

11 AM

Audubon The Film Gaillard Center

11 AM

Chef Demo: Jason Reed | 82 Queen Marion Square

Marion Square

11 AM

Saltwater Inshore 101 Brittlebank Park

12 PM–5 PM

Decoy Auction by Guyette & Deeter

12 PM

Chef Demo: Simon Andrews | Swamp Fox Marion Square

12 PM

QDMA Lecture Series: Joe Hamilton | Deer Identification & Aging Brittlebank Park

12 PM

Retriever Demos Brittlebank Park

1 PM

Jeff Corwin Gaillard Center

1 PM

Chef Demo: Miles Huff | Culinary Institute of Charleston Marion Square

1 PM

Litter Trashes Everyone Puppet Show Marion Square

1:30 PM

Birds of Prey Flight Demos presented by BP America

1:30 PM

Kids Cast Net Brittlebank Park

2 PM

Duet & Quartet and Auction Charleston Place

2 PM

Chef Demo: Sean Mendes | SC Chef Ambassador, Blues Burger Joint Marion Square

2 PM

QDMA Lecture Series: Scott Phillips with the SC Forestry Commission | Timber Management for Wildlife Habitat Brittlebank Park

3 PM

Orianne Society: Reptile Ecology & Conservation

3 PM

Chef Demo: David Schuttenberg | Fish Marion Square

3 PM

Fly Fishing Demos Brittlebank Park

3:30 PM

Busch Wildlife Sanctuary Show Gaillard Center

4 PM

Litter Trashes Everyone Puppet Show Marion Square

4 PM

QDMA Lecture Series: Joe Hamilton | Coyote Management Brittlebank Park

4 PM

Retriever Demos Brittlebank Park

6 PM

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Marion Square

Marion Square

Sunday, February 19, 2017 9 AM

DockDogs® Registration Opens Brittlebank Park

10 AM

ALL EXHIBITS OPEN Multiple Locations

10 AM–4 PM

DockDogs® Competitions Brittlebank Park

11 AM

Busch Wildlife Sanctuary Show Gaillard Center

11 AM

Retriever Demos Brittlebank Park

12 PM

Chef Demo: Bob Waggoner | U Cook with Bob

12:30 PM

Fly Fishing Demos Brittlebank Park

1 PM

Birds of Prey Flight Demos presented by BP America

1 PM

Chef Demo: Jimmy Hagood | Food for the Southern Soul Marion Square

1 PM

QDMA Lecture Series: Joe Hamilton | Deer Identification & Aging Brittlebank Park

2 PM

Chef Demo: Shawn Kelly | High Cotton Marion Square

2 PM

Cast Net Demos Brittlebank Park

3 PM

Orianne Society: Reptile Ecology and Conservation

3 PM

Chef Demo: Chelsey Conrad | Butcher & Bee

3 PM

Retriever Demos Brittlebank Park

4 PM

DockDogs® Finals Brittlebank Park

5 PM

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Charleston Marriott Hotel Decoys SEWE will host a number of the most respected dealers of antique and working decoys.

Emerald Ballroom

Decoy Auction by Guyette & Deeter, Inc. 12–5 pm, Saturday, February 18 An investment quality decoy and painting auction held by Guyette & Deeter, Inc., offering more than 250 investment quality decoys and sporting art without reserve, ranging from $200 to over $25,000. The auction will consist of mostly Atlantic Coast decoys including examples by Elmer Crowell, the Ward Brothers, Ned Burgess, William Bowman, Ira Hudson, Lee Dudley, Mark McNair and many other carvers. A full color auction catalog with guaranteed condition reports is available for $20. Previews will be held Friday, February 17, 3–5 pm and Saturday, February 18, 10 am–12 pm. Both previews and the auction are open to the public.

Emerald Ballroom

Tools of the Trade: Art of Deception SEWE and The Palmetto State Decoy Collectors Association present this special exhibit of antique American bird decoys made east of the Mississippi.

Topaz Room

Fine Sporting Arms A wide array of fine sporting arms by various manufacturers and dealers will be on display and available for purchase.

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Map Your Day SEWE has three continuous loops for ticket and badge holders and two VIP express shuttles for badge holders only. Shuttles are for your convenience but please note bus times can be unpredictable due to traffic. Many venues are walkable (see map). SEWE shuttles operate from 9:45 am through 30 minutes after close of show Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

SEWE shuttle is provided at no additional cost for SEWE ticket and badge holders during show hours.

Handicap accessible transportation is available; please request the Durham Bus Service representative for assistance.

Additional parking near Brittlebank will be available on February 18 & February 19 for a flat rate of $5. Follow signage on Lockwood Blvd. to the lot behind the police station on Fishburne Street.

No parking allowed in the grassy areas in front of Brittlebank.

While leashed dogs are allowed at outdoor SEWE venues, they are not permitted on SEWE shuttles.

Parking Reminder: There will be limited to no parking at Brittlebank on Friday, February 17. We highly recommend using the free SEWE shuttle service. Ticket or badge required.

Please Note: The Gaillard bus stop will be moved temporarily on Friday, February 17 from 2-5 pm.

Look for directional signage.

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Educational Programs Kids for Conservation Sponsored by SCANA SEWE’s Kids for Conservation program promotes wildlife and environmental conservation awareness for tri-county youth. Visit the KFC display at the Charleston County Public Library to see the artistic poster (grades 1-5), poetry & photo (grades 6-8) and birdhouse (grades 9-12) entries.

Charleston County Public Library, 68 Calhoun Street

Junior Duck Stamp Art Contest Sponsored by South Carolina Ducks Unlimited Once again, SEWE partnered with SCDNR and the US Fish & Wildlife for the 2017 SC Junior Duck Stamp Contest.

Combining science and art, this program teaches K-12 students about waterfowl and wetlands conservation. Visit the library to view the winning Junior Duck Stamp artwork and the SC “Best of Show.”

Charleston County Public Library, 68 Calhoun Street

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Ducks Unlimited at SEWE Since 1997, the East Cooper Chapter of Ducks Unlimited and SEWE have nurtured a partnership that has made a direct impact on South Carolina.

Through mutual support and dedicated staff, the results have been remarkable. Direct Results of the East Cooper DU – SEWE partnership since 1997:

13,200 Acres conserved

$450,000 in the last 2 years

$3,300,000 raised

$7,250 in scholarship

1 Statewide Art & Science Education program saved (Junior Duck Stamp) Ducks Unlimited can be found throughout the weekend at Marion Square, with information on how to get involved, as well as items for purchase to show your support.

DUCKS UNLIMITED OYSTER ROAST Enjoy oysters, a Lowcountry cookout, open bar, music, raffles & auctions. 6 pm, Friday, February 17, Charleston Visitor Center Tickets: $75 at ducks.org/south-carolina or 843.564.ECDU More event details on page 14

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Special Events Unless otherwise noted, please order your special event tickets in advance at sewe.com or by phone at 843.723.1748.

Feathers and Flocks: Waterfowling in South Carolina February 15 – May 7, 2017 Presented by the Charleston Museum and sponsored by the Charleston Mercury

This special exhibition is a collective look at the historic art and artifacts associated with local waterfowling.

Drawing from a number of different categories from the Museum’s vast collections as well as a few private ones, it will offer an important glimpse into the South Carolina Lowcountry’s longstanding water bird traditions. Special $10 admission for SEWE ticket and badge holders.

Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting Street

Ducks Unlimited Oyster Roast 6 pm, Friday, February 17

Enjoy oysters and a Lowcountry cookout, open bar, music, raffles and live and silent auctions. Admission also includes a 2017 membership to Ducks Unlimited.

TICKETS: $75 in advance. Available at ducks.org/south-carolina or call 843.564.ECDU (3238). If available, purchase tickets at the door for $90.

Charleston Visitor Center

Lowcountry Social 7:30 – 10:30 pm, Saturday, February 18 Hosted by YETI® and Williams Knife Co.

Dust off your boots for this brand-new event! Enjoy BBQ from world-renowned pit masters Sam Jones of Sam Jones BBQ and Aaron Siegel of Home Team BBQ, bluegrass music by the fire with the Bluestone Ramblers, and an open bar under the stars at Brittlebank Park.

Come together with friends to celebrate the best of the South. Each attendee will receive a YETI® Rambler Lowball, and be entered to win prizes throughout the evening. For more information visit sewe.com TICKETS: $125 per person. Available at sewe.com or call 843.723.1748.

Brittlebank Park

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South Carolina Waterfowl Association Sportsman’s Ball 6 pm, Friday, February 17

This SCWA wild game feast features dinner, cocktails, raffles and offers a silent and live auction. A 30th anniversay celebration with cocktail attire.

TICKETS: $60 per person | $90 per couple. Reserve a table for your group: $360 for 8-person table | $450 for 10-person table. Available at scwa.org or call 803.452.6001.

Omar Shrine Center, Mt. Pleasant

Annual Duck Shuck Oyster Roast 6 pm, Saturday, February 18

With live music, raffles, live and silent auctions and hot oysters, this casual party is a fun evening.

TICKETS: $50 per person | $400 to reserve a table. Available at scwa.org or call 803.452.6001.

Omar Shrine Center, Mt. Pleasant

Combing the Caw Caw Wilderness Tour 1:30-3:30 pm, Friday, February 17

Join a naturalist to observe eagles, turkeys, otters and waterfowl in their natural habitat. Explore a cypress/ tupelo swamp, freshwater and saltwater marshes, bottomland hardwood forest and more.

TICKETS: $35 per person, ages 12 and up. Available at CharlestonCountyParks.com (under program & activities) or call 843.795.4386. (Select course # 50152). Includes pick up and drop off from Charleston Visitors Center Bus Shed. Pre-registration required.

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VIP EVENTS SEWE VIP badge required.

Thursday, February 16 1–5 pm Private Viewing Hours Charleston Place 7–11 pm Preview Gala and Sale Charleston Place

Friday, February 17 9–10 am Private Viewing Hour Charleston Place & Gaillard Center

Saturday, February 18 9–10 am Private Viewing Hour Charleston Place & Gaillard Center 7–11 pm SEWE Soiree* Charleston Visitor Center *Ticket required; VIP badge does not admit

VIP P ER KS VIP LOUNGES 9 am–6 pm Friday and Saturday 9 am–5 pm Sunday Brittlebank Park, Charleston Place & Gaillard Center

VIP shuttle VIP Express shuttles available.

See map for details.

See You Next Year!

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Day Tickets Advance tickets may be purchased online at sewe.com or by phone at 843.723.1748 through February 1, and at the following locations through the event:

Downtown

The Gaillard Center 95 Calhoun Street (11 AM–6 PM Mon–Fri) Charleston Visitor Center 375 Meeting Street (8:30 AM–5 PM daily)

Mt. Pleasant

Town of Mount Pleasant Visitor Center 99 Harry M. Hallman Jr. Blvd in Mt. Pleasant Waterfront Park (9 AM–5 PM daily)

North Charleston

North Charleston Visitor Center/American LaFrance Fire Museum 4975-B Centre Point Drive (10 AM–4 PM Mon–Sat)

Kiawah Island

Kiawah Visitor Center/ Town Hall 200 Beachwalker Drive (9 AM–2 PM Mon–Fri)

Southeastern Wildlife Exposition P.O. Box 20635, Charleston, SC 29413 www.sewe.com | 843.723.1748 sewe@sewe.com

In accordance with city laws and regulations, attendees may not leave any SEWE venue with alcohol.

While the information in this brochure is correct to the best of SEWE’s knowledge at the time of printing, times, events and locations are subject to change.

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