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March, 2026 CarveIn Report
Host: Dave Tabor - Randolph, VT
| For our February, we returned once again to our traditional Valentines weekend CarveIn hosted by Barb Taylor. Another all the ice then cold and snow in January,the weather cooperated with good day for our CarveIn. Roy served as the bus driver for the group of carvers coming down from central Vermont, so for Leo and those of us driving a longer distance, things worked out very well. We had 11 carvers attending. Dave brought along some cutouts for making Glittered Magic Mushrooms for a project. (he will have the glitter paint in April). A table was set aside for all the morning snacks that were brought along to carry us thru the morning, with the wood stove keeping us warm. In addition to carved Mushrooms, Matt was working on a Valentines Day spoon, along with Bill, Okliver and Dustin also carving spoons and Leo on a Santa face. Lunch call was made at noon so we headed to the house for hot vegetable soup and sandwiches. We had a short meeting after lunch, Barb reported we are financially "solvent". We began discussing our August events and decided staying with the 3rd Saturday would seem to work best for most member's schedules. We will again be working with the Museum to offer our 3 day class and host the Annual Show. Back to carving, we worked till around 2 when several had to leave, cleaned up the Shop and headed home after a very good day of carving and conversation. |  |
April 11, 2026 CarveIn
Host: Dave Tuttle - Wolpole, NH
For our April Carve-In we will once again need to leave Vermont... Dave Tuttle has again invited us to his house across the river in Walpole NH. The directions seem fairly simple, Take exit 5 off I-91, follow the access road to Rte 5. Go south to Rte 123 across the river to NH. Follow Rte 12 north and by a Ballfield is Upper Walpole Rd. (also labeled as 123S) If you get to the Shaw's Store, you missed the turn. Dave's house is on the right about 1 mile after the turn. If you get to a stop sign, turn around, you missed the house. You never know what to expect at our April Carve-In, hopefully spring has arrived and we see steam coming from sugarhouse vents. Dave always has the heater going in the garage, and we stay very comfortable. He usually has a project cut out to try for the day, or bring along a project to show others what you have been working on.. We will have a the prototype carving of our the August Belted Kingfisher class ready to show, as well as a chance for catching up on planning our August 53rd GMWC Show.
The Green Mountain Wood Carvers was organized about 65+ years ago by Collise Brown from Waterville Vermont to bring together people interested in the art of wood carving. At present, we have about 75 members from Vermont as well as other states across New England.
Members of the club meet the second Saturday of each month for a "Carve-In". The Carve-Ins' are held at members houses and shops across the state, and provide an opportunity for members to gather, work on a projects and share ideas. In addition to our monthly Carve-Ins, each August, the Club plans a week long series of events including a carving class, and our Annual August Show held at the Birds of Vermont Museum .
You don't need to be an accomplished carver to join the GMWC, our members range from first time carvers to professional carvers. Members work in all aspects of wood carving including relief, chip, caricatures, birds and wild fowl. Are members are always willing to help new carvers get started.
Follow the website links to find information about our various activities, contact information, our membership form and a copy of our newsletter, News & Notes.
As of 11/18/20, the GMWC is now recognized as a Non-Profit Organization with tax exempt status of 501(c)3.
Green Mountain Wood Carvers
Co/ BobLindemann, Secretary
266 Turner Rd
Moretown, Vermont 05660