Decoy contest - Fish, Ducks, Shorebirds, and Flat Art!

Shorebird decoy sculpture of a Ruddy Turnstone on a wooden base, awarded first place at The Gathering 2025 in Perham, MN. The event is part of the Midwest Nationals, Class 38 Shorebird Decoy competition.
Realistic fish sculpture of a crappie on wooden background, awarded 1st place at a competition in Perham, MN, part of The Gathering 2025, John Jensen Nationals.

Are you an emerging carver? Or maybe you’ve been at it for a few years? Check out the contest—there is something for everybody! Fish and bird decoys, as well as art!

We are looking for Carvers and Artists to participate in the NFDA Nationals, John Jensen Nationals, and the Midwest Nationals!

Please read the entire contest booklet carefully. There are rules that must be followed, and entries that do not follow the rules may be disqualified! All classes are purchase and non-purchase awards. If the class you enter and win is a purchase award, you will NOT receive your entry back!