FESTIVAL EXHIBITORS 21st ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF THE CRANES November 18-23, 2008 Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge Festival Art - "The Gang's All Here" by Elli Sorensen

Audubon Council of New Mexico
http://newmexicoaudubon.org
Experienced volunteer birders from the four New Mexico Audubon chapters and the Randall Davey State Office in Santa Fe will be at the tent on the two-way middle road at the Refuge. We’ll help you identify Bosque del Apache’s waterfowl, songbirds and raptors, and share our information on Audubon activities throughout the state.

Audubon New Mexico
http://nm.audubon.org
Audubon New Mexico’s mission mirrors that of the National Audubon Society on a statewide basis: to conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on birds, other wildlife and their habitats for the benefit of humanity and the earth’s biological diversity. We aim to enhance the knowledge of New Mexico citizens to make informed decisions about the protection of wildlife through education, public policy and conservation. For more information, see our website or contact Karyn Stockdale: kstockdale@audubon.org

Eagle Optics
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 at our website http://www.eagleoptics.com

Museum of New Mexico Office of Archaeological Studies
http://www.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 they were portrayed on murals and pottery. Experience 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

The New Mexico Herpetological Society
invites all Festival attendees to visit our exhibit in Lannan at the visitor's 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), designated as such by Governor Richardson on June 20th of 2004.
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

New Mexico Solar Energy Association
http://wwwnmsea.org
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://www.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 wildlands 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.

Project WlLD Activities: New Mexico Department of Game and Fish - Kid’s Corner
http://www.wildlife.state.nm.us
Attention kids! This is your special spot at the Festival. Join the Project WlLD staff for free, fun, hands-on wildlife activities for the entire family. Use water-colors and modeling clay to create your very own fish. Investigate the mysteries of owl pellets. See what bones are inside and take them home. Try your hand at identifying New Mexico pelts and skulls. Win free prizes for participating!

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.”

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 purpose 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-the North American Artist Blacksmith Association.
Just follow the sound of hammers hitting metal and the smell of burning coal to our exhibit trailer located on the Promenade. Here you will see demonstrations of the black- smithing art, and may purchase art objects that you have seen made by the artists themselves.

The Santa Fe Raptor Center
http://thesantaferaptorcenter.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 have programs involving our non-releasable raptors, which we offer at no charge for nearby schools and other interested groups. Our purpose is to promote appreciation, understanding, and respect for New Mexico wildlife.

Van of Enchantment - Culture to Go
A museum on wheels, the Van of Enchantment is a converted RV that tours New Mexico carrying artifacts and materials from the state museums and monuments. The Van of Enchantment brings its contents to life with dynamic activities. There is never an admission fee for the Van of Enchantment.
During the Festival of the Cranes, the exhibit on board will be Converging Cultures: Trails and Transportation Links, and will cover the roads surrounding Chaco Canyon, El Camino Real and the Old Spanish Trail. Staffed with traveling educators who can offer guided tours, encourage independent exploration and lead creative activities, the Van offers an enriching educational experience. It is home to touchable items and authentic artifacts that bring a genuine, yet unique, museum experience to all its visitors. For more information contact Amanda Lujan: amanda.lujan123@state.nm.us

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 and use our sanctuary as an educational facility.

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.

Zoo-to-You: Rio Grande Zoo
For over 20 years, Albuquerque’s Rio Grande Zoo has offered an hour-long, indoor educational program about wildlife conservation. Given by zoo volunteers, this presentation utilizes not only slides and biofacts such as skulls and animal pelts, but also education ambassadors like birds, reptiles, amphibians and small mammals. We offer several ZOO TO YOU programs, each targeting a specific interest or age group, from kindergarten through adult. Stop by our exhibit for more about how to request a free visit by ZOO TO YOU to your local New Mexico school or organization. Lorraine Powdrell: lpowdrell@cabq.gov