Easton, MA- Wherever he works, chainsaw carver Dave Conklin believes in reclaiming wood to make beautiful sculptures. From benches to statues, Conkin’s business is making old wood new again by using his unique style of creativity to make a totally changed and inspired piece. “I love bringing new life to discarded wood that would otherwise go unused,” Conklin said.
It’s this commitment to reusing wood that brought Conklin and the NRT together to team up for this year’s Spring Farm Festival in May. Each year the NRT works to bring new demonstrations to the event for visitors to enjoy, and Conklin’s whimsical style coupled with his interest in using reclaimed wood for his carvings made him a fabulous addition to the festival. “Dave’s carvings are fun, creative, and distinctive,” says NRT executive director Jen Cummings. “We look forward to having him showcase his talents for our guests at the festival.”
Festival patrons will have many other things to do on site, including play games brought by the New England Revolution’s travel soccer team, meet farm animals, participate in environmentally friendly kids crafts, meet local vendors, and have lunch outside. The Spring Farm Festival will be held rain or shine on Saturday, May 3, 2014 from 10 am – 2pm at NRT’s Sheep Pasture, and people of all ages are welcome. Leashed pets may accompany their owners the day of the festival. The entrance to the festival is at 261R Main Street, Easton, MA.
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Special thanks to the friends and sponsors of the 2014 Farm Festival, who make this wonderful community event and demonstration series possible, including Roche Bros, Modern Landscaping, Lloyds Animal Medical Center, Prospect Hill Forge, Signature Healthcare, New England Recycling, AMP 103.3, Mix 104.1, and Dave Conklin Carving.
For more information, or to learn more about vendor or sponsorship opportunities for the event, please call the NRT office at 508-238-6049 or email at info@nrtofeaston.org.
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About the Natural Resources Trust of Easton
The Natural Resources Trust of Easton is a member supported non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to preserving important natural resources and providing environmental education for the benefit of the community. To learn more about the NRT’s mission, events, and programs, please visit online at www.nrtofeaston.org.
About Dave Conklin Carving
Dave Conklin is a chainsaw carving artist from the Berkshires region of Massachusetts. He enjoys bringing new life to old wood through his art. Conklin has been carving since 2009 and particularly enjoys the creative process of carving. He can be found online at www.daveconklincarving.com .