Bainbridge Ga Deep South Super Show - May 12th 2012

[Hernandoman]

I have had many ask about the Bainbridge Ga show and when we were going to plan the next one. Having attended shows all over the country over the past 20 years or so, I have seen some great ideas from shows in Texas and other places that make the entire experience so much more enjoyable. I have had many ask about the Bainbridge Ga show and when we were going to plan the next one, so.....

Heres the plan -

1) To have the largest and best attended Deep South Artifacts Show in the finest facility we have EVER had a show in the Deep South.

2) Host a first class Friday afternoon set up from 5pm until 8pm for exhibitors complete with catered BBQ included complimentary with table pricing.

3) Coordinate with a local event and festival to make it more of a "family" weekend, in the rare event that the rest of the family may not be as interested in tagging along, but would come if there was something else to do the same weekend, in the same town.

SOLUTION-

1) We have chosen the brand new, state of the art, 35,000 sq foot Kirbo Center at Bainbridge College as the new location of the 2012 Show. This location has AMPLE parking, its VERY easy to find (right off HWY 84), can accomodate up to 150 tables, and has a 500 seat auditorium complete with the latest in audio visual equipment. We would like to secure a couple of speakers (like Dr. Richard Gramly if possible, for example) and have powerpoint presentations, etc...

2) Tables will be $35 each (single) or $25 each for 2 or more. Friday night BBQ is included for exhibitors at no extra charge. Tables will be reserved upon prepayment only. PLEASE mail check or money order, for payment in full, to :

Kevin Dowdy
Bainbridge Ga Supershow
Po Box 7425
Bainbridge Ga.
39818-7425

This facility is very expensive and requires a minimum of 50% down to reserve it. We cant afford to have 10-12 "no shows" as can be common when there is no commitment from the reservee. I dont mind "pencilling" anyone in for tables, but if not paid in advance by March 1st, the reservation will not be held.

3) This show will be held in conjunction with RIVER TOWN DAYS 2012, a fun filled family event complete with free concerts, fireworks, and so much more -
River Town Days will be located at the Earle May Boat Basin (3 minutes away by automobile) again this year and will be held on Mother's Day weekend. Some of the activities that are included this year are (tentative):

Friday May 11th
Great River Rummage - 11:00 to 6:00 (Setup begins at 10:00)
Antique Car Show
Concerts - Begins at 6:30 (Last year was Atlanta Rhythm Section) This years planned theme is Margaritaville with an awesome Jimmy Buffett Tribute band.

Saturday May 12th
Great River Rummage - 7:00 to 3:00
Kid's Activities begin at 9:00 a.m. with games, rides and exhibits featuring; pirate ship, trout fishing pond, pony rides, mechanical bull, rockwall, dragonfly ride, water bubble balls, bouncers, animal booths by the Tallahassee Museum and crafts by Stones and Home Depot.
Kayak Race (in Boat Basin) - 10:00 a.m.
Flint River Raft Race (in Boat Basin) - 11:00 a.m.
Water Skiing Exhibition (in Flint River) - 12:00 p.m.
Boat Parade (in Flint River) - 1:00 p.m.

We would encourage you to mark your calendars and please plan on attending. We have had awesome attendance and participation in the past, and the community seems to be VERY "ready" for another great show. I will pull out ALL the stops to use every advertising medium I can involve (including our 4 radio stations for starters) for maximum exposure.

With no "slight" meant to any other show or show hosts, this will be the FINEST facility I have ever seen, host an artifact show. We are just fortunate to be able to procure this facility, that so many communities lack or want a ridiculous price for rental.

I would be grateful for any ideas or feedback to make this the best show experience you have ever been a part of. I hope that if we can put our best foot forward, we can do a LOT to influence the public that our hobby is one that they want to be a part of. We certainly need to grow our ranks and bring "new blood" into the hobby. The health of the hobby and its future depends on us raising the bar for the long term.

[Hernandoman]

Dont really do it justice but you get the idea

[Hernandoman]

This is about 1/4 of the main Dining Hall..... Great lighting, and PLENTY of room

[inkamiah]

Put me down for two tables Kev!!:D

[Hernandoman]

Thomas - YOU ARE DA MAN ! This will be THE SHOW to SHOW OFF! I am going to start contacting folks from all over the S.E. to come and to display. I hope to attract those that seldom display as well as all the artifact "faithful".

[Gutz54]

Kevin-- Put me down for three tables. thanks Dick

[Hernandoman]

Dick, I am honored that you will make the trek to Bainbridge and I will do all that I can to make it a success and enjoyable. I need to see if any of the presenters at the Alachua Stone Age Fair, might be willing to attend and share their presentations in the state of the art auditorium? Thing is, I would be torn whether to be in the show or in the auditorium. That would be the kind of "hard" choices that I hope can be reality.

[Gutz54]

Hey Kevin-- I'll be honored to be there!!-- sounds like a great venue and show!!

[PrehistoricFlorida]

Sounds great! Please put me down for two tables. A couple questions:
Will this be, in essence, a two day show? Will the public (non-table holders) be allowed in on Friday? Will there be over night security?

[Hernandoman]

Thanks so much Nate - I am tickled you are coming!

We will definitely have ARMED overnight security.

Tricky thing about Friday is that we have negotiated a reduced rate for a 3 hour set up (5pm until 8). If we go beyond that, we will have to pay a HALF DAY minimum rental (which is quite pricey) so...... At this point, we do NOT plan to allow the public in.

The Temple Texas show is one of the PREMIER shows in the entire country and Friday is reserved for exhibitors only. Dont wanna exclude anyone but paying for tables and having a meal provided should have a few privileges that wouldnt be available to the general public. JMO, but nothing in stone.

[old creek warrior]

Sounds awesome.I know last year you were talking about the deep south having a mega show.Looks like it's gonna happen,best of luck on it!!!

[mtskinner]

Sounds like it's gonna be awesome! Put me and Layne down for three tables please Sir!!!

[Hernandoman]

Thanks Skinner and Layne (sounds like a Lawfirm or a Gynecological Office)!

Unofficial Table Count- 29

Inkamiah - 2
Gutz- 3
PrehistoricFl - 2
Layne and Skinner - 3
TJ - 2
Fdock - 2
Rosin - 3
Ennis - 3
Hernandoman - 4
BS - 1
Swampwalker - 4

[tjones]

This sounds awesome!! I am already looking forward to it!! please put me down for 2 tables!

[Hernandoman]

Gotcha! By the way - Love my new Jones American Tshirt !

[Fdock]

Definitely, put me down for 2 please.

[Hernandoman]

Thanks guys - we are off to a great start to an unprecedented (for the Deep South) 150 table show!

[Gutz54]

Any fancy hotels around there Kevin-- momma says she ain't staying in the Super 8??LOL

[tjones]

Thanks Kevin! I'm pretty proud of them myself!

[swampwalker49]

Kevin, I need 4 tables and as they say "the check is in the mail" Thanks

[Hernandoman]

Thank you so much Jimmy ! I look forward to seeing your killer collection again - such a treat!

[Hernandoman]

Dick, there is a brand new Holiday Inn Express at 1413 Tallahassee Hwy - 229-246-6771. This would be the newest and most modern hotel in town. A little pricier, but nice.

The Charter House Inn (1401 Tallhassee Hwy) generally gives a better rate if you tell them you are with the artifacts show. Ask for Leslie Bernier and tell her I sent you, if you dont mind a little older motel that has been remodeled. 229-246-8550. Tell Leslie you want one of the nicer remodeled rooms. They have a nice pool and a decent bar and usually a decent band on various weekends.

[PowerG]

Sounds interesting. How big a town is Bainbridge (just out of curiosity)?

[sandchip]

... At this point, we do NOT plan to allow the public in.

The Temple Texas show is one of the PREMIER shows in the entire country and Friday is reserved for exhibitors only. Dont wanna exclude anyone but paying for tables and having a meal provided should have a few privileges that wouldnt be available to the general public. JMO, but nothing in stone.

Many of the antique bottle shows allow early admission during dealer set-up, for a price, usually around 20 bucks (dinners/banquets extra), also paid in advance just like an exhibitor. Not only does this help to pay overhead costs for the club or individual sponsoring the show, but it expands the sales base for those wishing to sell artifacts. They can get their highest price when they first pull that great piece out of the box, with those crowded around thinking, "gotta have it now, before somebody else grabs it". I've seen tables at this stage of a show with people 3-deep, where I couldn't even see the table, much less what's being pulled out.

[Kylebrwn]

Kevin I've never displayed my stuff at a show,I think this would be the time to come out of the closet.Put me down for 2 tables.Sounds like a great weekend wouldn't want to miss it!

[Hernandoman]

Kyle, thanks so much for allowing Bainbridge to be the first show you have displayed your collection, I will do my best to make it a good time.

Bainbridge is the county seat of about 27,000 people and has been VERY well attended by the public in the past. We will do everything we can to draw a crowd from 8-10 counties in S.W. Georgia and of course from counties in Alabama and Florida. The key to a successful show is the attending public. While I enjoy attending all shows, these shows where only collectors/dealers show up, dont do much for promoting and growing the hobby.

Jimbo, do you recommend allowing the public in on Friday night during dealer setup? Also, are you connected in the Bottle Collecting Community to help us get the word out and get bottle collectors there?

[Hernandoman]

Unofficial Table Count- 39

Inkamiah - 2
Gutz- 3
PrehistoricFl - 2
Layne and Skinner - 3
TJ - 2
Fdock - 2
Rosin - 3
Ennis - 3
Hernandoman - 4
BS - 1
Swampwalker - 4
Kyle Brown - 2
Swami - 4
RR - 4

[sandchip]

Jimbo, do you recommend allowing the public in on Friday night during dealer setup? Also, are you connected in the Bottle Collecting Community to help us get the word out and get bottle collectors there?

Sure, as long as they've paid the Early Admission fee and are issued a name tag showing that. Some shows require EAs to pay in advance, others at the door. Either way, you normally pick up your name tag at the door.

And I'll be glad to get the word out any way that I can.

[Hernandoman]

Unofficial Table Count- 48

Inkamiah - 2
Louie - 2
J Tomb - 1
Gutz- 3
PrehistoricFl - 2
Layne and Skinner - 3
TJ - 2
Fdock - 2
Rosin - 3
Ennis - 3
Hernandoman - 4
BS - 1
Swampwalker - 4
Kyle Brown - 2
Swami - 4
RR - 4
HH - 3
Mark C - 3

[Hernandoman]

Louie, dont you have a good friend that is a collector friendly archaeologist that would come and give us a presentation in the awesome 500 seat auditorium?

[matt westberry]

I wished I had enough to show off or I would definitly get a table. I will attend with a 5 gallon bucket on a rope around my neck to catch all the drool.....

[Hernandoman]

Matt, come on ! We would love to have you and maybe you could share a table with another collector?

I have been in communication with an avid collector that is pursuing having a first class Live Southeastern Artifacts Auction. We are giving strong consideration to having a LIVE AUCTION from 3 until 5 pm immediately following and in conjunction with the Super Show. This would add another dimension to the show, make great use of the first class 500 seat auditorium, and provide a venue for artifacts to be sold that did not sell during the show, provide a venue for folks to sell that may not be as comfortable selling one on one, etc.... The possibilities could be endless. The Auction could include other collectibles besides artifacts, and could be promoted to those attending the show having free admission to the auction as well.

This auction could include bidders by phone, etc... if pre-registered and approved for bidding. The auction would be ran in a professional but yet fun manner and well worth staying the extra 2 hours.

Any thoughts, feedback, suggestions?

[tjones]

That sounds awesome to me! I've always wanted to participate in an artifacts auction.... I would definitely help/participate for sure!!

[matt westberry]

Ill see how this winters collecting goes. I have plans of digging up a secret hot spot I found a few years ago. Never been touched by a plow or logging crew.....just waiting for the ''guardian'' snakes to hybernate. If it's as good as i plan for it to be then i should have more than ONE frame of whole points. Ill let you know Kevin when i decide.

[PrehistoricFlorida]

As far as the auction is concerned -

This was tried a couple years ago, the major flaw was bidders did not know what they were bidding on. There needs to be some kind of projection system that would provide pictures on a large screen of the item up for bids so potential buyers do not have to leave their seats to see the item.

[Hernandoman]

Thanks Matt!

This state of the art facility will have huge screens that we can use for the auction. We plan on having the auction items on the screen. Artifact auctions have been quite successful up north and its past time the Deep South had its own similar venue.

We will have both a LIVE and Silent Auction. The silent auction will/can be for a variety of items - including display cases, books, pumps, maybe even some of these famous digging shovels, etc... and more.

I am also working on a raffle on a thousand dollar plus point.

God willing, this will not be your "ordinary" show in any aspect, if we can get everything to come together.

[Hernandoman]

Very minimal response regarding the Live Auction... Does this indicate lack of interest?

[old creek warrior]

Might indicate a lack of money.It's a tough economy.I wound like to go to see it but doubt i would bid on anything.If I could cut my monthly gas bill alone in half I could get me a new truck.:mad:

[Hernandoman]

Thanks OCW for the feedback and Happy Belated Birthday too!

Auctions tend to produce some exceptional values for the fortunate that may have a little disposable income.

The flip side is that auctions also provide a venue to sell for those that are in need of money and havent been able to sell previously.

The nature of a Live Auction can lend viability to good and bad economies, where both buyer and seller can win-win.....

[Bobby Gilbert]

Just my opinion, no interest on my part for an auction.

[Gutz54]

I think it would depend on the quality of whats being auctioned and hows its set up-- shill bidding seems to be problem in alot of auctions lately

[lafuzz]

I believe it will be a fun thing to do. The silent auction will give plenty of exposure to the points. A live auction will be great if we can put the points on display before the auction and have pics on a big screen. Our northern brothers have had successful auctions for years. We've only tried it one time so I'm ready to try again.

[Hernandoman]

Thanks for the feedback.

I think it is indeed tied to "content". Content is KING.

This auction will not be restricted to only G-10 arrowheads.

There could be a variety of quality offerings, like a Dean Quigley framed print, an original set of Kolomoki Excavations books by Sears (Volumes 1-4), sump pumps, ghenooe, Scooters, Dive Gear, for a few examples. I am not saying any of these items will be specifically offered, but the auction could be a good way to sell something you want/need to turn, and a great way for a perspective buyer to find something on their "wish" list. Thats all.

IF the content is what it needs to be, I cant imagine there not being interest, but hey, nothing ventured, nothing gained. If the folks up north can do it with success, I dont know why we cant.

[Gutz54]

I like it!!

[old creek warrior]

Auctions are fun for sure,even if you dont bid there fun to watch.I would like to sit down and look at the Kolomoki Excavations books,that would be killer.....I see your point about maybe being able to snag a bargain Kevin,not being restricted to just G-10's and having other items up for bid puts a whole different perspective on it.

[runswithbeer]

will there be a way to bid online...may have already answered this, but I didnt see it

Scott

[matt westberry]

if i can nail a job soon (no one wants to hire a 24yr old with an education) i will definitly participate in an auction...buying and maybe some selling. would this also include anything else besides artifact related materials? I make knives and wanted to know if i could bring a few to auction?

ill post a few in the general forum for you guys fo feast on for fun. :D

[Hernandoman]

Matt

The auction will include lots of items besides artifacts and I would totally recommend putting some of your knives in the auction.

Newt

I dont have all the details but the initial conversations with Dannymac included a plan to be able to bid online and by phone.

[Hernandoman]

Unofficial Table Count- 58

Inkamiah - 2
Louie - 2
J Tomb - 1
Gutz- 3
PrehistoricFl - 2
Layne and Skinner - 3
TJ - 2
Fdock - 2
Rosin - 3
Ennis - 3
Hernandoman - 4
BS - 1
Swampwalker - 4
Kyle Brown - 2
Swami - 4
RR - 4
HH - 3
Mark C - 3
Bruce B - 3
Troy F - 4
Roy M - 3

[Hernandoman]

Unofficial Table Count- 60

Inkamiah - 2
Louie - 2
J Tomb - 1
Gutz- 3
PrehistoricFl - 2
Layne and Skinner - 3
TJ - 2
Fdock - 2
Rosin - 3
Ennis - 3
Hernandoman - 4
BS - 1
Swampwalker - 4
Kyle Brown - 2
Swami - 3
RR - 4
HH - 3
Mark C - 3
Bruce B - 3
Troy F - 4
Roy M - 3
Larry M - 3

[Newt]

Go ahead and put Dave and Newt down for 2. Possibly 3.

Newt

[Hernandoman]

Unofficial Table Count- 64

Inkamiah - 2
Louie - 2
J Tomb - 1
Gutz- 3
PrehistoricFl - 2
Layne and Skinner - 3
TJ - 2
Fdock - 2
Rosin - 3
Ennis - 3
Hernandoman - 4
BS - 1
Swampwalker - 4
Kyle Brown - 2
Swami - 3
RR - 4
HH - 3
Mark C - 3
Bruce B - 3
Troy F - 4
Roy M - 3
Larry M - 3
Dave and Newt - 3
Rex F - 1

[Hernandoman]

Unofficial Table Count- 102

Inkamiah - 2
Louie - 2
J Tomb - 1
Gutz- 3 PAID
PrehistoricFl - 2
Layne and Skinner - 3
TJ - 2
Fdock - 2
Rosin - 3
Ennis - 3
Hernandoman - 4
BS - 1
Swampwalker - 4
Kyle Brown - 2
Swami - 3
RR - 4
HH - 3
Mark C - 3
Bruce B - 3
Troy F - 4
Roy M - 3
Larry M - 3
Dave and Newt - 3
Rex F - 1
B Hoblick - 4
Paul Conner - 3
Jacky Fuller - 3
J Wilhoit - 1
Danny Greenway - 2
Wayne Jones - 2
Charles Millender - 2
J Steedley - 2
Don Painter - 1
Larry Linker - 1
Mark Suhar - 1
Shawn Novak - 1
Danny Stanley - 1
Joe Burkhalter - 2
Nick Kilpatrick - 2
David Griffin - 2
Danny Williams - 1
P Hudson - 2
Kenny Spillers - 2
L Plank - 1
C Whittaker - 1

[swampwalker49]

Kevin, Please put Danny Stanley down for one. We are traveling together. Thanks

[Hernandoman]

Got Danny down!

Reminder - We will be able to have dealer setup on Friday afternoon from 5 until 8 pm. If you can get here early, I plan on feeding all exhibitors Friday afternoon.

The A 1A Band http://a1a-live.com/ will be performing Friday night live at the Boat Basin - about a 3 minute drive away. The concert is free and should be a good time!

[Hernandoman]

I have a good bit of interest in having an "Preview - Early Bird Show" admittance for Friday from 6pm until 8pm. We will get the details worked out but I think we will proceed with the idea - thanks to all that suggested it.

We will have armbands for those interested in buying/selling at the "V.I.P Exclusive Preshow" available for $10.00, which will include admission for Saturday as well. This will promote early commerce and pre-show "deals" for those that love to be the early bird, whether buying or selling.

By the way, we are unofficially at 98 tables as of this morning!

[Hernandoman]

We just hit the 100 table mark !

[Newt]

I think it's your marketing skills, Kevin

Newt

[Hernandoman]

Thanks Gutz for pre-paying for your tables ! It sure helps with the building rental - of which I had to prepay to officially reserve the date. Lot of $$$ to tie up this far out but gotta be done to secure the date.

Now at 102 Tables!

[dannymac]

Here’s a quick update on the live auction portion of the Bainbridge Super Show. As referenced earlier, I will be the contact person handling the live auction portion of the show, and I thank Hernandoman and all at Artifacts Guide for the opportunity to do so, and for putting together such a huge event. Go ahead and put in now for your time off work (and your wife) if necessary LOL. This show will be worth it! Here is a preliminary rundown of what we are working on at this point in time. There will be a live auction beginning at approximately 3:30-4:00 on show day. Length will depend on the number of items being offered, but an estimate would be about 2 -3 hours. Items will be mostly artifacts and related items, but there will also be other collectibles such as bottles, contact era pieces and other general items. I know there are a lot of questions regarding this portion of the show, and as a result there will be a separate website dedicated to the auction which will contain all the details, rules, and answers to general questions. This website is under construction right now, and the webmaster is telling me it should be up in approximately 2 weeks. This is a new and evolving idea and I appreciate any input or suggestions from site members. Let’s make it an awesome event! I can be reached at tristatedan@gmail.com or I will have a table at the Albany Artifact Show. Please stop by, it’s always great to see new and old faces. I will post updates when available.

[PrehistoricFlorida]

Just my thoughts:
Many people will be traveling upwards of 5-6 hours to attend this show. Usually vendors will spend the night in a hotel the night before a show (Friday), and travel home in the afternoon and evening after the show (Saturday). By having the auction after the show (sounds like it will run until 6:00 or 7:00pm), it will require these people to stay two nights in hotel, and then be traveling half the day on Sunday.
Why not have the auction Friday night (after setup) when more people are likely to attend?

[Hernandoman]

The Auction will most likely start around 2-2:30 and most likely run for a couple of hours. The current plan is for this auction to be accessible online, via phone, etc...LIVE as well. Saturday afternoon will most likely be much more conducive to participation for off-site bidding as well, rather than Friday night.

We only have a SMALL window for set up on Friday night (3 hours MAX). If we go over that window, we pay for a full days rental for Friday. I dont see that happening. The plan is to have set up, an organized preshow at the venue, and feed all the exhibitors in the 3 hour window on Friday night.

Those that do have to travel 4-5 hours (which would be unlikely for the majority of those attending), might not stay for the auction anyway.

We'll give it a whirl and if its successful this first time (which I am very hopeful it will be), we may look at renting the facility for 2 full days - Friday and Saturday.

I can tell you guys that DannyMac will definitely give it his BEST to make it work and be successful. I am EXCITED about it!

The really successful SUPERSHOWS, are multi-day events and require at least 2 nights motel stays for those traveling. Having attended several (like Temple, Collinsville, KY DAM, Pigeon Forge, etc..), its gonna take a little more progressive mindset to truly bring a SUPERSHOW to the Deep South.

[Bobby Gilbert]

It looks like a GREAT SUPERSHOW is in the makings.

[dunnellondave]

Kevin can I just psypal you my table dues?

[dunnellondave]

Kevin can I just paypal you my table dues?

[Hernandoman]

Yes sir, Paypal is fine. Thanks so much. I did have a prominent Florida collector tell me last week that coming to Bainbridge was "too far". I sure am glad that everyone doesnt feel that way. I told him that it was probably too far for all of us Georgia and Alabama guys to drive to support shows in Florida then and he said no, no, he was just a lot older than us, HAHA!

[dunnellondave]

Heck I'm making that drive just for some of Hank's boiled P-nuts, everything else is just a bonus!!!

[bigpond]

Heck I'm making that drive just for some of Hank's boiled P-nuts, everything else is just a bonus!!!

I hear ya Dave!! You can ask RR bout them suckers....;)

[fatman]

Boiled peanuts you say? Hmm, I might have to make that 2 hour drive myself!

[lafuzz]

Those boiled peanuts that Hank brought to the Lake City show were great. I just ordered some today to pick up at the Albany show.

[dunnellondave]

Now ya got me laying in bed craving them things!

[dannymac]

I know it's a little ways off, but I thought I would throw a couple of pictures of some items that will be at the Bainbridge Show Live Auction. Nice Stanfield from Marion County Florida with a Rogers COA, and a Savannah River. I will bring these to the Albany Show along with some other items that will be in the auction. Stop by my table for more info on the show and auction. Web site is coming along, and will have several shots of each item to view. Much more to come, stay tuned.

[Hernandoman]

If you are thinking about getting tables, dont wait until the last minute.
I am going to stop reservations at 135 tables, just to be on the safe side.
That only leaves 25 available tables as of October 7th.
Unofficial Table Count- 111

Inkamiah - 2
Louie - 2
J Tomb - 1
Gutz- 3 PAID
PrehistoricFl - 2
Layne and Skinner - 3
TJ - 2
Fdock - 2
Rosin - 3
Ennis - 3
Hernandoman - 4
BS - 1
Swampwalker - 4
Kyle Brown - 2
Swami - 3
RR - 4
HH - 3
Mark C - 3
Bruce B - 3
Troy F - 4
Roy M - 3
Larry M - 3
Dave and Newt - 3
Rex F - 1
B Hoblick - 4
Paul Conner - 3
Jacky Fuller - 3
J Wilhoit - 1
Danny Greenway - 2
Wayne Jones - 2
Charles Millender - 2
J Steedley - 2
Don Painter - 1
Larry Linker - 1
Mark Suhar - 1
Shawn Novak - 1
Danny Stanley - 1
Joe Burkhalter - 2
Nick Kilpatrick - 2
David Griffin - 2
Danny Williams - 1
P Hudson - 2
Kenny Spillers - 2
L Plank - 1
C Whittaker - 1
Gerald Ledbetter -1
Dave Ross - 3 PAID
John Richburg - 4
Chip Vann - 1

[John Richburg]

Kevin put me down for 4 tables.

[Hernandoman]

Thanks John ! I really appreciate you coming and always look foward to seeing your collection! I will do my BEST to make sure that the crowd is good and worth everyone's while.

[John Richburg]

Forgot to ask. Are these 6 ft tables or 8 ft.

[Hernandoman]

8 foot tables. Reserved another table tonite - thanks Chip!

[dunnellondave]

Kevin, is that L plank Larry Plank?

[Hernandoman]

Inkamiah - 2 PAID
Louie - 2
J Tomb - 1
Gutz- 3 PAID
PrehistoricFl - 2
Layne and Skinner - 3
TJ - 2
Fdock - 2
Rosin - 3
Ennis - 3
Hernandoman - 4
BS - 1
Swampwalker - 4
Kyle Brown - 2
Swami - 3
RR - 4
HH - 3
Mark C - 3
Bruce B - 3
Troy F - 4
Roy M - 3
Larry M - 3
Dave and Newt - 3
Rex F - 1
B Hoblick - 4
Paul Conner - 3
Jacky Fuller - 3
J Wilhoit - 1
Mike B and Danny Greenway - 2 PAID
Wayne Jones - 2
Charles Millender - 2
J Steedley - 2
Don Painter - 1
Larry Linker - 1
Mark Suhar - 1
Shawn Novak - 1
Danny Stanley - 1
Joe Burkhalter - 2
Nick Kilpatrick - 2
David Griffin - 2
Danny Williams - 1
P Hudson - 2
Kenny Spillers - 2
L Plank - 1
C Whittaker - 1
Gerald Ledbetter -1
Dave Ross - 3 PAID
John Richburg - 4
Chip Vann - 1
Garrett Maund, B Gavins, Oglesby, Kilpatrick - 3 Tables PAID
Tommy Goodwin - 1 Table
Jeff Barnes - 1 PAID
Trevor Douglas - 1 PAID
Allen Hyde - 1 PAID
David Griffin, Jim Burruss - 2 PAID
Matt Westberry - 1

[Hernandoman]

Thanks everyone - we are now at 121 tables as of today. Thanks to everyone that prepaid so far. Only 14 tables left.

[inkamiah]

OK Kev, don't forget to mark me paid!:D

[Hernandoman]

DONE - and thanks MUCH!

[Hernandoman]

Charter House Inn has given us a rate of $59.99. Be sure to call ahead, ask for Leslie, and tell them you are with the arrowhead show. 229-246-8550

[Hernandoman]

130 Tables as of Today

Inkamiah - 2 PAID
Louie - 2
J Tomb - 1
Gutz- 3 PAID
PrehistoricFl - 2
Layne and Skinner - 3
TJ - 2
Fdock - 2 - PAID
Rosin - 3
Ennis - 3
Hernandoman - 4
BS - 1
Swampwalker - 4
Kyle Brown - 2
Swami - 3
RR - 4
HH - 4 PAID
Mark C - 3
Bruce B - 3
Troy F - 4
Roy M - 3
Larry M - 3
Dave and Newt - 3
Rex F - 1
B Hoblick - 4
Paul Conner - 3
Jacky Fuller - 3
J Wilhoit - 1
Mike B and Danny Greenway - 2 PAID
Wayne Jones - 2
Charles Millender - 2
J Steedley - 2
Don Painter - 1
Larry Linker - 1
Mark Suhar - 1
Shawn Novak - 1
Danny Stanley - 1
Joe Burkhalter - 2
Nick Kilpatrick - 2
David Griffin - 2
Danny Williams - 1
P Hudson - 2
Kenny Spillers - 2
L Plank - 1
Dave Ross - 1
C Whittaker - 1
Gerald Ledbetter -1
Dave Ross - 3 PAID
John Richburg - 4 PAID
Chip Vann - 1
Garrett Maund, B Gavins, Oglesby, Kilpatrick - 3 Tables PAID
Tommy Goodwin - 1 Table
Jeff Barnes - 1 PAID
Trevor Douglas - 1 PAID
Allen Hyde - 1 PAID
David Griffin, 2 PAID
Jim Burruss - 1
Robert Weaver - 1
Howard - 1 PAID

[econfina2@gmail.comi]

I will attend and advertise by word of mouth, Facebook and E-Mail starting today!!! Thank You for putting together the best show in the SOUTHEAST.

[Hernandoman]

Thanks much! I appreciate the kind words and if you will shoot me an email, I will be glad to email anyone that would like show flyers and attach the flyer to the email.

[kinchafoonee]

Kevin, if you will send a flyer via email I will distrubute out all I can.
Charley

[Hernandoman]

Just send me an email (bolenbevel@aol.com) and I will email anyone that wants a flyer emailed.

[John Richburg]

Kevin email me the flyer at jnrichburg@tds.net

[Hernandoman]

Thanks John, will do, and I appreciate it !

As info, we are very close to capacity and will stop booking tables VERY soon.
Looks like it could already be a sell out!

[dunnellondave]

Kevin, do you think you could put my tables next to Larry Planks table?

[rweaver]

Kevin, please put me down for one table. Thanks.

[Hernandoman]

Will do Dave!

Robert, glad you can make it, I got you a table. We are pretty much sold out!

[IZHoustonp9]

thanks mate for posting this.

[rweaver]

Yeah its been a rough couple of months for me. I lost my dad a few weeks ago and missed the Albany show. Friday night my male lab dug out of his pen and got killed by a cari in the road.

[Hernandoman]

Sorry to hear about your losses Robert. Will say a prayer for you and your family.

[lafuzz]

I will say a prayer also. Sorry for your losses.

[David Leonard]

Prayer sent Robert...Sorry for your loss.

[rweaver]

Thanks guys.

[dunnellondave]

Very, very sorry for your losses Robert.

[rweaver]

I appreciate it Dave. It will be good therapy to go to a great show like this one.

[Hernandoman]

Looks like we have a SELL OUT!

Inkamiah - 2 PAID
Louie - 2
J Tomb - 1
Gutz- 3 PAID
PrehistoricFl - 2
Layne and Skinner - 3
Terrell Jones - 2 PAID
Fdock - 2 - PAID
Rosin - 3
Ennis - 3
Hernandoman - 2
Bill Eberlein - 2
BS - 1
Swampwalker - 4
Kyle Brown - 2
Swami - 3
RR - 4
HH - 4 PAID
Mark C - 3
Bruce B - 3
Troy F - 4
Roy M - 3
Larry M - 3
Dave and Newt - 3
Rex F - 1
B Hoblick - 4
Paul Conner - 3
Jacky Fuller - 3
J Wilhoit - 1
Mike B and Danny Greenway - 2 PAID
Wayne Jones - 2
Charles Millender - 2
J Steedley - 2
Don Painter - 1
Larry Linker - 1
Mark Suhar - 1
Shawn Novak - 1
Danny Stanley - 1
Joe Burkhalter - 2
Nick Kilpatrick - 2
David Griffin - 2
Danny Williams - 1
P Hudson - 2
Kenny Spillers - 2
L Plank - 1 - PAID
Dave Ross - 1
C Whittaker - 1
Gerald Ledbetter -1
Dave Ross - 3 PAID
John Richburg - 4 PAID
Chip Vann - 1
Garrett Maund, B Gavins, Oglesby, Kilpatrick - 3 Tables PAID
Tommy Goodwin - 1 Table
Jeff Barnes - 1 PAID
Trevor Douglas - 1 PAID
Allen Hyde - 1 PAID
David Griffin, 2 PAID
Jim Burruss - 1
Robert Weaver - 1
Howard - 1 PAID
GOMER - 2
Matt Westberry - 1
Nathan Isaacs - 1
Mike Weste - 1

Waiting List
Bill Eberlein - (3)
Mark Harris - (2)

[sandchip]

I sent you an email awhile back; I still need a copy of the flier, please.

[matt westberry]

put me down for one brotha, not gonna have alot of points but i can definitly fill the table with the knives ive forged this winter.

[Hernandoman]

Gotcha Covered!

[Hernandoman]

Show is SOLD OUT!

We can start a waiting list but I can not guarantee tables to anyone else from this point forward.

Thank YOU!

Its gonna be a great show!

[Bobby Gilbert]

I am looking foward to it.

[stonehunter]

I'm about two years into the hobby and I've never been to a show. I've checked and there's a show in N. FL on February 25th and this show in May. I'll be able to make both of them too! Can't wait!

Stone Hunter / Florida, USA

[sandchip]

I'm about two years into the hobby and I've never been to a show...
Stone Hunter / Florida, USA

You're gonna have a fit!

[megateeth]

Hi Kevin, I was not sure of my schedule until now. Please put me on the waiting list for 3-5 tables. Thanks.
Bill

[Hernandoman]

Bill, plan on coming, I will give up some of my display space if need be, I dont necessarily have to show anyway. I know I can spare you two tables, possibly more.

[matt westberry]

new work schedule has me workin 60 hours a week so im not gonna have time to make more knives. you can give my table away.

[kinchafoonee]

I'm about two years into the hobby and I've never been to a show. I've checked and there's a show in N. FL on February 25th and this show in May. I'll be able to make both of them too! Can't wait!

Stone Hunter / Florida, USA

You better bring a drool bucket if you've never been to a show, and from the looks of the number of tables this show is gonna be epic as Harlen says.

[Hernandoman]

Inkamiah - 2 PAID
Louie - 2
J Tomb - 1
Gutz- 3 PAID
PrehistoricFl - 2
Layne and Skinner - 3
Terrell Jones - 2 PAID
Fdock - 2 - PAID
Rosin - 3
Ennis - 3
Hernandoman - 4
BS - 1
Swampwalker - 4
Kyle Brown - 2 PAID
Swami - 4
RR - 4
HH - 4 PAID
Mark C - 3
Bruce B - 3
Troy F - 4
Roy M - 3
Larry M - 3
Dave and Newt - 3
Rex F - 1
B Hoblick - 4
Paul Conner - 3
Jacky Fuller - 3
J Wilhoit - 1
Mike B and Danny Greenway - 2 PAID
Wayne Jones - 2
Charles Millender - 2
J Steedley - 2
Don Painter - 1
Larry Linker - 1
Mark Suhar - 1
Shawn Novak - 1
Danny Stanley - 1
Joe Burkhalter - 2
Nick Kilpatrick - 2
Danny Williams - 1
P Hudson - 2
Kenny Spillers - 2
L Plank - 1 - PAID
Dave Ross - 3 PAID
C Whittaker - 1
Gerald Ledbetter -1
John Richburg - 4 PAID
Chip Vann - 1
Garrett Maund, B Gavins, Oglesby, Kilpatrick - 3 Tables PAID
Tommy Goodwin - 1 Table
Jeff Barnes - 1 PAID
Trevor Douglas - 1 PAID
Allen Hyde - 1 PAID
David Griffin, 2 PAID
Jim Burruss - 1
Robert Weaver - 1 PAID
Howard - 1 PAID
GOMER - 2
Nathan Isaacs - 1
Mike Weste - 1
Bill Eberlein - 3
Mark Harris - 2
Jacquie Wingate - 1
Dan Lipham - 4 PAID

[rweaver]

Kevin, I was looking over your list and some people are listed twice (David Griffin,David Ross,etc.) I dunno if this effects your total availability or not ?

[Hernandoman]

Thanks for the heads up!

[flflint]

Bill Eberlein is listed twice also.

[megateeth]

Bill, plan on coming, I will give up some of my display space if need be, I dont necessarily have to show anyway. I know I can spare you two tables, possibly more.

GREAT!!! I can not wait!!! Thank you very much.

[rweaver]

Kevin, can you please mark me down as paid for my table ? I paid at the Homerville show.
Thanks.

[Hernandoman]

Done - thanks for the reminder!

[dannymac]

I have had several people ask about the upcoming auction that will be at the Bainbridge Show, so here are some updated pictures of some of the items that will be crossing the auction block. The first two pictures (Newnan and Hamilton) have Tatum C.O.A's. If you have any specific questions, or want to contact me, please do so: tristatedan@gmail.com or for more general info: www.tristateauctionsite.com . This auction will have a wide range of items from $10 points on up, so there will be something for everyone. The auction will be at the same facility as the show and will start at 2:00, so stick around and watch, or throw a bid out there, you never know. I will be posting new pictures of items as we shoot them, so stay tuned.

[dannymac]

A few more set to be at the auction. First has Tatum COA.

[Hernandoman]

great looking relics there Dannymac!

[joe Dirt]

kevin we have been hearing the ad on dixie country, over here in the southeast ga, and man it sounds real good! the okefenokee boys is putting the word out over here for u. we are so excited and cant wait to see all u guys again and see all the nice artifacts.

[Hernandoman]

Joe, thanks for letting me know that you have heard the ads already on Dixie Country 106.7 FM. We are spending quite a bit of $$$ advertising this show, all across S. Georgia.. I wish I knew of a station in N. Florida and S.E Alabama that had great coverage and reasonable rates.

We have already started running ads on our FM Cluster here in the Bainbridge Ga area.

We will have a big write up in Rifle and Rod Magazine, due out in a couple weeks. We are also buying ads in the Bainbridge Newspaper. We really want to get the folks to come out. That is the true measure of a successful show - the number of folks that you can get to come through the front doors. JMHO....

If anyone else knows of affordable cost effective advertising in S. Ga, N. Florida, or S.E. Alabamam, let me know. I will certainly check into it.

[Gutz54]

I wonder what it would cost to put an add in Woods n Water?? Might be a good place for one?

[Hernandoman]

I did check into Georgia Outdoor News several years ago and I think they had lost their mind......rates were outrageous.

I think Woods and Water would definitely be a good place, if it was affordable.

[dannymac]

Artifact auction is shaping up nicely. Consignments are still coming in and there will be a nice selection of items, including some early contact era items crossing the block. Stay tuned for more pictures of items coming soon. We are also printing a catalog/sales flyer for the auction. If you would like a free one mailed to you, shoot me your mailing address to: tristatedan@gmail.com and I will get one out to you as soon as they get back from the printer. Should be about a week or so. Here are a few more pics to hold you over untill then. :)

[Hernandoman]

Some mighty fine inventory you got there Dan !

I dont think anyone realizes just how big this Auction is or realizes the potential for the buyers and sellers !

This auction will be LIVE at the Kirbo Center starting at 2:00 pm and will be Hosted by a national auction site (correct me if I have this wrong) and conducted locally by a trusted and licensed auctioneer. Folks will be able to bid in person, online, or by phone.

This is a WONDERFUL OPPORTUNITY to buy and sell to a LARGE potential audience! I have several items I will be running through the auction, along with several other collectors.

You dont wanna miss this opportunity!

[Hernandoman]

http://www.thepostsearchlight.com/2012/04/13/major-artifact-show-coming-here-may-12/

[David Leonard]

Great article Hman!

[dannymac]

Thanks H-Man! You are absolutely correct, there is no excuse to miss the chance to bid on something you want. The auction should be alot of fun and a great chance to pick up some cool artifacts. I will continue to update everyone on new items that will be added to the auction lineup. Here are a few more items consigned today. River stained bone pins are from the Aucilla River area, Buckles are metal detector finds from around several Florida forts. Early Spanish devotional medals are contact era gulf coast shipwreck recoveries...stay tuned...

[Newt]

Those buckles are old for the USA.
Nice variety in that frame.


Newt

[swampwalker49]

how do I send artifacts to add to the auction

[dannymac]

Swampwalker, if you have some items you are interested in consigning to the auction, or would just like some more information on the auction and how it works, e-mail me your phone number or the best way and time to contact you.

tristatedan@gmail.com

There are many different options, so I will be glad to call or contact you, and we can do whatever works best for you. You may also contact me by a personal message through this board.

[dannymac]

Thanks to all those who have requested a catalog so far, they will be back from the printer and sent out by the end of next week. If you want one mailed to you for free please send me your mailing address to:

tristatedan@gmail.com

The online catalog will be posted by next week also, and will have over 425 photos of over 100 items that will be in the auction. I will post the link when it is complete.

[dannymac]

Ladies and Gents, behold, the entire online auction catalog in its entirety !:p This link will take you straight to the catalog.

http://www.liveauctioneers.com/catalog/29526

Please remember if you want to register to bid online, you must do so in advance of the auction. Once the auction starts, we cannot approve any more online bidders. If you do want to bid online, it is simple. Just register in advance through the liveauctioneers.com site, and you will receive a conformation email that you can now bid within a day or so. On auction day, go to www.liveauctioneers.com, and on the main page you will see a list of live auctions. We are Tristate Auction and Collectibles, and the auction title is Prehistoric and Historic Artifact Auction. Anyone can watch by clicking on the tab that says “view live”. If you are signed up to bid you will see “bid live” instead. Click on either view live or bid live and a new window will pop open and you can bid or just watch from the comfort of your home or anywhere else. There is also a Droid app and an I Phone app if you want to get mobile. There is also a "help" tab on the main page if you need more help with anything. Click on any item, and it will allow you to see large images, and all different sides. All items have several pictures each once you click on it. There may be more additions or adjustments to the catalog as we get closer, so check back often. If you have any questions feel free to shoot me an e-mail: tristatedan@gmail.com

[Hernandoman]

Looking good Dan!

[fatman]

I see a couple that I would love to bid on!

[kinchafoonee]

Let me guess Steven, Maybe a savannah or two-lol

[Hernandoman]

I just went to verify several things with the facility superintendent (and to pay the remaining balance on the building rental) and found out that ALL THE TABLES ARE 6 FOOT IN LENGTH.

Please adjust accordingly and thanks for your support!

[dannymac]

Printed catalogs mail on Wednesday. Here are a few that slipped in this weekend. They are posted on the live auction site with full descriptions. We will continue to update items as they come in. See you there!

[dannymac]

Here is a early "group shot". The "blank" spots are for consignments that were not in hand yet. There have been more consignments since this pic was taken. A little of everything in there. See you all next weekend. :)

[PaleoDude]

Impressed!

[David Leonard]

Thats A nice catalog!...Email sent your way dannymac.

[Hernandoman]

Picked up my catalog today from Dannymac - VERY IMPRESSIVE!!!!

For anyone that may be wondering, Dan has put together a FIRST CLASS LIVE AUCTION, that will be available online, by phone, and in person starting at 2:00 pm at the Supershow.

If you dont have a catalog, you should get one!

Great job Dan, we needed an auction done right in the Deep South for a long time. If everything comes together as planned, it should be good for Deep South relics and collectors.

[dannymac]

Thank you so much Paleodude, David Leonard and H-man, I am very humbled :o. Thanks especially to Hernandoman for giving me the opportunity to try something a little different and be a part of an awesome artifact show, bring attention to Florida, Georgia and Alabama artifacts, and to have fun doing it. This auction will be relaxed, casual, and fun for all, so come and hang out for a while.

[fatman]

how do I get one of those catalogs? I never got a show flyer in the mail..

[dannymac]

Fatman, email me your mailing address and I will get one out to you the same day. There's still time to reach you before the auction.

tristatedan@gmail.com

This goes for anyone else that wants one as well. Still have plenty, and will be handing them out at the show. Again they are FREE , we will not call you, or bug you, or share any info with anyone...ever. We actually just want to give you something for free..really :). Mailed out a bunch on this past Wednesday, so if you already requested one, it is on the way.

[Hernandoman]

Stephen

I dont know how you didnt get a flyer or a TSAS newsletter. I mailed over 500 show flyers out to CURRENT and PAST TSAS members.

Of course, I had approximately 50 returned as undeliverable by the postal service. I am not sure if you are in that returned batch or not.

The show has been WIDELY publicized, on this site, Jackys site, Tatum's site, in the last 3 TSAS newsletters, by mail, on radio, in several newspapers, in the PX, Facebook, and even on Ebay (show flyer in the artifact section).

[Hernandoman]

I got full color nametags made for all exhibitors with a place for your name and screen-name (from this site) for those that requested it. As info...

[David Leonard]

Is the Kirbo Center located at the college,east of town,and south of 84?...Just trying to get an idea of the location.

[BOLENBEVEL86]

Will the batwing cave cache be there?

[Martingeetars]

Interesting .....batwing cave cache... is there another cache other than the batwing hillsbrough cache. I might have to make the show if there is!;)

[BOLENBEVEL86]

yeah,that one

[Hernandoman]

2500 E. Shotwell Street (Hwy 84 E.) Bainbridge Ga 39817. Cant miss it

[dunnellondave]

So Kevin I am looking at a map. If I grab 27 out of Tally and just head north that will get me to 84 then just head east?

[Hernandoman]

Dave, exactly. The Charter House will be on the right as you get to the 27/84 bypass. Take the bypass (84E) for about a mile or so until it merges, go through the first light and you cant miss the Kirbo Center at Bainbridge College on the right, just past that traffic light.

[dunnellondave]

10-4!

[dannymac]

Quick update on the auction. I have had a couple of people ask about the start time. It starts at 2:00 Eastern.The web site liveauctioneers.com states 11:00am Pacific because their servers are located there. 11:00 am Pacific is 2:00pm Eastern. I have no control over this, and hope it does not cause any confusion. See you Saturday :)

[dunnellondave]

Ok, anyone wanna drop by and hear the story of how I unbelievably boogered up the best point I found laat year before I do the walk of shame over to Gomers table can enjoy a good chuckle. I did it the night I found it and was sick to my stomach for days. So bad I only shared with one person! And if anyone can guess how I did it I will give you the point. lol

[Newt]

Toothbrush

Newt

[dunnellondave]

Nice guess, but it never made it through the front door.

[runswithbeer]

left it on the truck our sat on it....I've done both

[dunnellondave]

Nothing that obvious. I am the first to use this method to make myself cry

[fatman]

You carried it in your mouth for safe keeping and your tooth chipped it?

[Newt]

It was in your hat.

Newt

[Jmccullar]

In pocket with car keys or pocket change????

[dunnellondave]

I was dirty as all get out so the old lady brought me a towel out on the porch so I could wrap around me and drop my drawers w/o the neighbors calling 911. The tip was sticking out of my hand and when I wrapped the towel around me the tip got hung up in the towel and away she went!! Gomers resurrecting it now. Great show Kevin, best time I' ve had at a show!

[fatman]

aww, I was so close!

[David Leonard]

Good story Dave...It was fun listening to you tell it today!!...Be sure to post pics when you get it back from the doctor!