FESTIVAL EXHIBITORS 23rd ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF THE CRANES 2010 Nov 16-21, 2010 Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge Festival Art ©2010 Sandy Seth

Exhibitors
2009 Festival of the Cranes
(This listing will remain online for your reference until we finalize the 2010 list)

APAS
http://www.socorroapas.com/
Animal Protective Association of Socorro (APAS) is a Friend of the Socorro Animal Shelter. APAS was incorporated in 1968 and is a 501(c)3 all-volunteer non-profit organization. We provide financial assistance to low-income families and seniors (55 and older) for spay/neuter and emergency services, and other costs as needed for the well-being of their companion dogs and cats. For more information contact APAS at (575)835-2948.

Eagle Optics
www.eagleoptics.com
Eagle Optics is dedicated to supplying quality binoculars and spotting scopes for bird watchers. We deal with all major manufacturers. Our goal is to increase the joys of birding by providing quality optics at a fair price and with quality service. We may be reached at (800) 289-1132, or by our website http://www.eagleoptics.com Look for us in the Visitor Center atrium.

Friends of Heron and El Vado Lakes State Parks
http://www.friendsofheronandelvadolakes.com/
The mission of the Friends of Heron Lake and El Vado Lake State Parks is to help the staff of Heron Lake and El Vado Lake State Parks and the New Mexico State Parks Division create and maintain educational and recreational opportunities for the communities we serve. Plan now to visit OspreyFest, an educational experience for birders and the general public, sponsored by the Friends of Heron and El Vado Lake State Parks. Live raptor exhibits, bird walks, spectacular nest viewing, and a premium Lake safari are featured. July 9-11, 2010. Leave message at 800-605-2411.

New Mexico Solar Energy Association
http://www.nmsea.org email: info@nmsea.org
The New Mexico Solar Energy Association (NMSEA) is an educational 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting solar energy and related sustainable practices. We strive to educate students of all ages and seek to raise the level of public awareness of solar energy issues. We envision a future, and believe in the possibility of, a civilization based on clean, renewable energy where future generations will be able to peacefully enjoy the Earth"s natural abundance and biodiversity, and where all people have access to affordable, renewable energy.

New Mexico Wilderness Alliance
http://nmwild.org
The New Mexico Wilderness Alliance is a non-profit 501(c)3 grassroots environmental organization dedicated to the protection, restoration, and continued enjoyment of New Mexico"s wild lands and Wilderness areas. The primary goal of the New Mexico Wilderness Alliance is to ensure the protection and restoration of all remaining wild lands in New Mexico through administrative designations, federal Wilderness designation, and on-going advocacy.

New Mexico Office of Archaeological Studies
http://nmarchaeology.org/
People have been witnessing the primordial migration of birds at the Bosque del Apache area for thousands of years. Visitors to the Festival of the Cranes are just the latest wave of people experiencing this concentrated wealth of bird resources. Bosque del Apache is surrounded by a rich cultural heritage ranging from campsites of the first Paleo-Indian families to the detonation site of the first atomic bomb. Our goal as archaeologists is to share with visitors the story of the 12,000-year cultural legacy. See what birds look like under the feathers, and how Native Americans made yucca cordage, and stayed warm with turkey-feather blankets. Finally, find out exactly what an atl-atl actually is and how it was used by prehistoric hunters. Learn about a wide range of prehistoric and historic artifact types at our hands-on exhibit. Charles Hannaford: chuck.hannaford@state.nm.us

National Audubon"s Rowe Sanctuary
http://www.rowesanctuary.org
It happens only in central Nebraska. What is it? It is the largest gathering of cranes in the world! Every spring over 500,000 cranes gather along the Platte River and Rowe Sanctuary is in the heart of the spectacle. Rowe offers interpretive displays and guided trips to view the cranes. Learn about this magnificent gathering and come shop our great selection of "crane goods."

Santa Fe Raptor Center
http://thesantaferaptrocenter.org
The Santa Fe Raptor Center assists in the rehabilitation, release, and preservation of New Mexico"s native wild birds. The Center"s special focus is on the treatment of injured and orphaned birds of prey. We also present programs involving our non-releasable raptors for local schools and other interested groups. Our purpose is to promote appreciation, understanding and respect for New Mexico wildlife.

Socorro Heritage and Visitor Center
http://www.socorronm.gov/
The City of Socorro Tourism Department, located in the Socorro Heritage and Visitor Center west of the Plaza, will be on hand with information about things to see and do in town, places to eat, sleep and shop, as well as information about Socorro"s history, economy and culture.

Southwest Artist Blacksmith Association
http://swaba.abana-chapter.com/
Southwest Artist Blacksmith Association (SWABA) is a not-for-profit organization of amateur and professional artists/blacksmiths formed for the purposed of sharing knowledge of blacksmithing with its members and the public at large. It was established on the premise that information about the trade must be shared in order to preserve it. SWABA is a chapter of the national blacksmithing organization, ABANA-North American Artist Blacksmith Association.
Just follow the sound of hammers hitting metal and the smell of burning coal to our exhibit trailer located near the Bosque's fire shop. Here you will see demonstrations of the blacksmithing art, and may purchase art objects that you have seen made by the artists themselves.

Van of Enchantment -- Culture to Go
http://www.vanofenchantment.org
A museum on wheels, the Van of Enchantment is a converted RV that tours New Mexico offering enriching educational experiences including guided tours, independent exploration and creative activities. The van is home to touchable items and authentic artifacts that bring a genuine, yet unique museum experience to all its visitors.
For more information, please contact Amanda Lujan, Van of Enchantment Coordinator, Amanda.lujan123@state.nm.us 505-476-1164.

Wildlife West Nature Park
http://www.wildlifewest.org
Wildlife West Nature Park is an enhanced Zoo and Wildlife Refuge located 20 minutes east of Albuquerque in Edgewood. Open daily, it is home to 25 species of non-releasable, native New Mexican wildlife, including black bear, elk, Mexican grey wolf, golden eagle, cougar, peregrine falcon, bobcat and much more! Please visit our booth to see some of our wildlife and support our sanctuary.

Wildlife Rescue, Inc., of New Mexico
http://www.wrinm.org
Our organization rehabilitates and releases injured and orphaned wild animals that are found by the public. In doing this, we aid the displaced wildlife and concerned people who find them, disseminate scientifically correct information about the wildlife of New Mexico, and educate New Mexicans about the necessity of the preservation of natural habitat for wildlife. There will be a live bird exhibit as well as informational handouts. Sales of our fetish jewelry and photographs support our work. Stop by our booth to learn about our raffle opportunity. Madge Rice: madgeRICE@aol.com

Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary
http://www.wildspiritwolfsanctuary.org
Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit dedicated to the rescue of captive-bred wolves sold in the exotic pet market to become someone"s pet. We provide permanent lifetime sanctuary for the animals that come to us. We use our sanctuary as an educational facility.

New Mexico Herpetological Society
The New Mexico Herpetological Society invites all Festival attendees to visit our exhibit in the Lannan room at the Visitor Center and view the live snakes, lizards, frogs, toads and salamanders on display! Most of these interesting animals are from New Mexico and include the State Amphibian (the New Mexico Spadefoot) and the State Reptile (New Mexico Whiptail).
If you"ve never before touched or held a live snake, this is your best chance to get up close and personal with one of our spectacular large bullsnakes, an albino corn snake, or one of our beautiful milk snakes. All of our critters are non-venomous, and quite friendly towards Festival-goers. Learn how to tell venomous snakes (and the single venomous lizard in the USA) from harmless ones, or how to determine if your pet snake, lizard or turtle is a male or female. The experts from NMHS can help you identify that strange-looking lizard you saw last summer in your garden, or the large pink snake that zipped across the road in front of your car. Free tips on caring for your pet herp can be yours by just asking the members of the New Mexico Herpetological Society at the Festival of the Cranes. Come see us in the Visitor Center!
Ted Brown: brownlizard2279@msn.com

Zoo-to-You: Rio Grande Zoo
http://www.cabq.gov/biopark/zoo/index.html
For over 20 years, Albuquerque"s Rio Grande Zoo has offered educational programs about wildlife conservation. Zoo volunteers will have education ambassadors like birds, reptiles, amphibians and small mammals to introduce to you and will answer your questions about them. Stop by the exhibit for more information about how to request a free ZOO TO YOU presentation specially tailored for a specific interest or age group. Lorraine Powdrell: lpowdrell@cabq.gov