The committee have pleasure in advising you of the groups 'basic' programme for the year 2011.           Timings after the 10.00 start are approximate as additional speakers / demonstrators maybe found.                                  We hope there will be something of interest for everyone:-    Saturday    19th February 2011 The Willows Centre, Bridge St, Troedyrhiw,    Merthyr Tydfil     1000 - 1300         Informal  Demonstrations & Presentations Displays of Sticks, Wood, Tools, Accessories, Horn, Antler, etc.,     Displays of work and practical demonstrations by members. Come along, see how its done and share your tips and tricks with others. Hopefully something of interest for everyone.        Saturday    30th April  2011 Dare Valley   Country Park, Aberdare.   1000 –1130     1130 –1330   Members Forum   Visiting Speaker    Antler and Antler Carving  Mr Martin Wild,     Berkshire   Your chance to promote your views and influence the direction of the organisation. Talk & demonstration on antler sticks and carving of antler.Please support this visiting speaker with your attendance. See his website at  http://www.wildcarving.co.uk/               Saturday    11th  June 2011 Ystradgynlais Volunteer Centre, Wind Street, Glanrhyd, Ystradgynlais     1030 -1130       1130 -1330                     Informal Demonstrations +  The Stick Clinic Obtain opinion and advice on perfecting your sticks. Advice & demonstration on stickmaking topic with      Mr Dafydd Davies     Members Demonstrations & Presentations, plus One to One advice and feedback on your sticks? Unbiased comment and opinion from selected and experienced makers. A presentation and informal workshop on a selected aspect of stickmaking with interest to all     Saturday     17th September 2011 Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare                1000 -1600  Annual Stick Show            & Craft Day     Displays and demonstrations by members and invited craft persons. Sales of stickmaking components and accessories. Well worth a visit with plentyof attractions in the Country Park                                                             Speakers and Demonstrators     We are constantly seeking speakers and demonstrators from among craft persons for our meetings. Expenses and costs incurred are reimbursed. Accommodation is paid for as appropriate.