The Colorado Saddle Makers Association spring seminar April 11th, 12th, & 13th, 2008, Grand Junction Coloradois offering classes on saddle making, leather carving and business. Cost $65. Everyone is welcome. The Art of the Saddle Maker show is entering it's fifth year and welcomes your entry of saddles and tack, braiding, horsehair hitching, bit & spur makers or silver engravers. It is a juried show that is searching for quality gear that can be displayed for the duration of the show. There is also a novice class for makers who have made 5 or less saddles. Your entry will be part of the prestige of the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame. The CSMA provides material for press releases in your local publications, offers an opening celebration at the start of the show including classes on saddle and gear making.