Minnetonka resident wins 2012 turkey stamp contest

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Minnetonka resident wins 2012 turkey stamp contest
(Released January 19, 2012)

A watercolor painting of two tom turkeys by David Chapman of Minnetonka will be featured on Minnesota’s 2013 Wild Turkey Stamp. His design was chosen from among 13 entries in a contest sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
This is the third time Chapman has won the annual turkey stamp contest. He previously won in 2002 and 2006.

Five entries advanced to the second stage of judging. Two entries tied for first place during the final stage of judging so a tiebreaking round was needed to determine the ultimate winner. The second place finalist was Mike Zillgitt of Cannon Falls. Nicholas Markell of Hugo finished third.

An artist whose work is selected for a Minnesota fish or wildlife stamp receives no compensation from the DNR, but does retain reproduction and marketing rights.

The Minnesota Wild Turkey Stamp was authorized by the 1996 Minnesota Legislature at the request of turkey hunters. Stamp revenue is used for wild turkey management and research. Revenues from stamp sales are dedicated to the development, restoration, maintenance and preservation of wild turkey habitat in Minnesota.