Subject: We Need Your Help to Keep the Columbia Flyway Wildlife Show Alive

Dear CFWSA Members & Friends,

With a heavy heart, we are announcing that the 35th Annual Columbia Flyway Wildlife Show, originally scheduled for September 27–28, 2025 in Astoria, Oregon, has been cancelled. While the show has continued to grow and prosper over the years, the volunteer support needed to sustain it has unfortunately not kept pace.

That said — we are not giving up.

The CFWSA Leadership Team is committed to reviving and continuing the tradition of this exceptional art show and festival in the years ahead. But to do that, we need your help.

We are seeking passionate, committed individuals to step into the following leadership roles:

• President

• Secretary

• Treasurer

• Show Chair

The current Show Chair is also covering the responsibilities of several committee chair positions, but we are also looking for volunteers to fill the following positions, which are critical to the future success of the show, and therefore spread the load

• Membership Chair
  – Oversees member recruitment, engagement, and retention.

• Classes & Seminars Chair
  – Coordinates one or two full-day carving or painting classes and 6–8 one-hour seminars during show weekend.

• Fundraising Chair
  – Manages silent auctions, raffles, sponsorships, and other fundraising activities.

• Brochure Chair
  – Collects, edits, produces, and distributes the show brochure, including follow-up.

• Advertising Chair
  – Promotes the show through all media channels, manages quarterly newsletters and News Flashes, and oversees all paid sponsorship advertising, including banners.

• Vendor Sales Chair
  – Promotes and coordinates vendor participation, including table sales and setup.

• Social Happy Hour Chair
  – Coordinate with the caterer, promote the event, and manage ticket sales.

This show has always been a labor of love — celebrating artistry, craftsmanship, and community. With your time and talents, we believe we can carry it into a vibrant future.

If you are interested in helping or have questions about any roles, please reply to this email or contact me directly.

Let’s work together to ensure that the Columbia Flyway Wildlife Show remains a shining tradition for years to come.

Sincerely,
Rick Pass
CFWSA Retired Show Chair
DrRickPass@gmail.com