Treasure Valley Men’s Conference includes sampling of Idaho Outdoors
In addition to the opportunity to hear the gospel message, men who attend the inaugural Treasure Valley Men’s Conference‘26 can sample the best of Idaho’s outdoor lifestyle, from hands‑on demonstrations to wilderness know‑how. It’s an approach Christian Living Magazine’s Tom Claycomb says connects men to the kind of real‑world experiences that can help shape character and faith.
The sampling of Idaho’s heritage happens just outside the Event Center at Canyon County Fairgrounds during breaktime of the 1-day conference (inside) on Saturday, August 29.
“This conference can be a good avenue to invite your neighbors as well as newcomers to the region,” Claycomb said. He looks forward to sharing his expertise along with other men scheduled alongside him.
Outdoors expert and Christian Living Magazine writer Tom Claycomb.
What’s Happening
ELK CALLING
Scott McGann has killed numerous bulls with a bow. Come learn some of his secrets to harvesting a big bull. His success rate is amazing. Learn how to call, decoy and strategy. He is a pro-staffer for Mossy Oak.
KNIFE STATION
Tom Claycomb: All outdoorsmen use a knife and yet less than 5% can sharpen one. Secondly, you need a different design for each job you perform. You don’t just have one screwdriver, do you? Come learn sharpening techniques and the proper designs. Claycomb has designed knives and outdoor gear for numerous outdoor companies and conducts Knife seminars from Texas to Alaska and Vegas to Nashville.
OLD WINCHESTER/OLD BEAR TRAP COLLECTION
Who doesn’t love old Winchester lever actions? Local gunsmith Jim Combe’s display is always popular at local events. If you don’t love old Winchesters there are counselors that can help you?
FLY TYING
Keith Ricketts will show us some of the unique patterns he’s found to work in Idaho over his decades of flyfishing. He is a super good flyfisherman. If you like flyfishing, check him out.
And lastly, there will be four big drawings.
GRAND PRIZE
HULTS BRUK Swedish hand forged axe.
TURKEY DRAWING
ALPS MOUNTAINEERING Grand Slam Turkey Backpack
QUAKER BOY Hurricane box call
QUAKER BOY Kirbys Kourt 4 reeds
ELK DRAWING
5.11 Backpack
ELK RIDGE 3 pc. knife set in a roll-up canvas pouch
KNIFE DRAWING
5.11 BACKPACK
KNIVES OF ALASKA Professional Boning Knife
SMITH’S 4” Combination diamond stone
SMITH’S Caprella 2-step sharpener
