Texas Deer Association Hosts New On-Line Deer Auction

“Our Whitetail Deer Auction attendance and success rates have increased dramatically,” says Karl Kinsel, executive director of the Texas Deer Association. “By combining the live deer auctions and the Internet, we are helping to educate fellow deer enthusiasts about the growing industry and providing greater opportunities for our membership to improve the overall quality of our Texas deer.”

The online Whitetail Deer Auction will be similar in format to previous online auctions conducted by the TDA. There will be a total of 118 lots filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Catalogs are available at www.TexasDeerAssociation.com, and printed versions were mailed to TDA members on September 17th.

“To address the demands and needs of our members, we’re excited to host this new auction opportunity for TDA members,” says Damon Thorpe, TDA auction manager. “We have witnessed tremendous growth in our auctions over the past few years, most of which is due to the dedication, passion and interest TDA members have in the deer industry as well as the superior genetics offered by our consignors.”

The first-ever simulcast of a live deer auction occurred earlier this year, at the Hicks Whitetail Production held in Round Rock, Texas. The sale was managed by Damon Thorpe in conjunction with TDA. The sale grossed $541,300 with nearly 20 percent of the revenues generated from online bidding. The highest valued lot was also purchased online for a final bid of $25,000.

The TDA is the only non-profit organization solely committed to improving the quality of Texas deer herds through improved habitat practices, modern harvest strategies and use of superior deer to enhance the deer herds. As a part of its public education efforts, the TDA publishes a full-color bimonthly magazine, Tracks, which updates TDA members on current legislative news, deer genetics and game management issues. The TDA also hosts an annual convention and trade show every August featuring fund-raising auctions, a deer auction, golf tournament and other events.

To learn more about this TDA auction or for membership information, visit www.texasdeerassociation.com or call 210.767.8300.

Headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, the Texas Deer Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to the health and welfare of native deer herds, and to developing ways to improve deer quality in Texas. For more information on the Texas Deer Association, call 210.767.8300 or visit www.texasdeerassociation.com.