2026 Ky Kraus Memorial Auction, Saturday
Carving Dream Team

Exclusive consignments from some of the most celebrated carvers in the country!

In addition to over 50 lots of fresh vintage and waterfowl related items, the 2026 Auction has added a new level of excitement this year!

Get ready to raise your paddles and your heart rates because the ODCCA Ky Kraus Memorial Auction is coming in hot with a star-studded lineup that’s guaranteed to thrill collectors and enthusiasts alike!

     This year’s auction will feature exclusive commissions from some of the most celebrated carvers in the country! These artists have poured their passion, precision, and creativity into pieces that are destined to make waves - and maybe even break records!

♦   Each artist will personally autograph
their carving to the winning bidder.
♦   In person bidding only!

     Thank you to these generous supporters of the ODCCA! Below is your sneak peek at the Carving Dream Team, Sincerely Tom Matus.

Michael Braun
Dan Brufee
Tom Christie
Brad Falkinburg
Marty Hanson
Del Herbert
Pat Godin
Jeff Krete
Capt. John A Leonard
Tom Matus
Mali Vujanic
Dwane Ong
Andy Pope
Justin Seelig

Questions? 
Call Vic Sutek, (330)-206-4727, 
Email [email protected]

or Ken Yacavone, 330-651-7300,
Email [email protected]


“Ky Kraus Memorial AUCTION” and Cocktail Party Saturday 6:30 p.m.
Named in honor of Ky Kraus

2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Registration of auction items, Janus Rm near Ballroom #1
6 p.m...................Bidder sign-up & Preview, hallway near Ballroom #1
6:30 p.m..............Auction and cocktail party, Ballroom #1

1. Only waterfowl related items will be accepted for the auction. No Firearms are permitted at the auction. Donations to the auction are always greatly appreciated.

2. Registration of the auction items will be from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Janus Rm. near Ballroom #1. Bidder sign-up and Preview 6 p.m., hallway near Ballroon #1. Auction starts at 6:30 p.m

3.All bidders must use a number in order to participate. Bidders must register at the table beginning at 6 p.m. on Sat., March 21, 2026.

4. Appropriate identification will be requested.

5. The ODCCA reserves the right to withdraw any item before the sale and shall have no liability whatsoever for such withdrawal. Only quality items will be accepted. Auction will feature no more than 50 items.

6. A reserve may be declared at the time of registration. The presence of a minimum bid will be made known at the time the item is auctioned. If the minimum bid is not reached, the item will not be sold, but a fee of $10 or 15% of the highest bid must be paid to the ODCCA.

7. The ODCCA does not certify nor guarantee the accuracy of the descriptions provided by the seller nor the authenticity of the items submitted for auction.

8. The highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer shall be purchaser. In the event of a dispute between bidders, the auctioneer shall have absolute discretion as to who was the successful bidder or he may re-offer the disputed item for sale if he so wishes.

9. A 15% buyer’s premium will be added to all items sold to be paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. A 15% seller’s premium or $15, whichever is greater, will be charged to the seller and will be deducted from the proceeds prior to disbursement of funds. No Club Discounts

10. No items will be released until paid for. Cash, Checks, Visa and Master Card only will be accepted with proper identification. Purchasers using a credit card will be charged a 3 percent credit card fee. All purchases must be claimed by the end of the auction.

11.Although care will be taken to safeguard and protect items submitted for auction, owners release the ODCCA, its representatives and the auctioneer from any losses due to theft, damage or other causes.
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12 .Payment to the seller of successfully auctioned items will be made by check within 10 working days of the auction.