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Seminars and Trade shows

NICA's Trade Shows offers ice carvers and those interested in ice carving a fantastic opportunity to get together to learn,
network, and share ideas .

Upcoming Events:


2013 NICA Educational Symposium and Trade Show

August 5-7th 2013

Henry Ford Community College, Dearborn, MI

We would like to invite you to largest Ice education event in the world!

Come network and learn with us at the NICA Educational Symposium and Trade Show on August 5-7th 2013 at the Henry Ford Community College in Dearborn, Michigan. We have a great line-up of seminars and presenters.

Come see why the industries leaders don't miss this show. For this year’s show we have a great mix of ice demos, marketing, safety & insurance, ice photography, marketing and promotion, social media, sculpture packaging, tool workshops, CNC shops and hands-on ice seminars.

I promise there is something for everyone to learn, plus you can write it off as a business expense. Students we have a great line up of classes for you on Saturday including preparing for competitions, Templates 101 and Beyond, time management and How To: Freezer Box.

Don't delay and register now !

CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION!!! 

2013 NICA Coaches retreat
broadview hts, ohio

july 9-11th 2013

The National Ice Carving Association Presents the

“2013 Coaches Retreat”

What is it?- A chance for Collegiate and High School Coaches to come together in a relaxed learning environment. One day of hands-on seminars one day of relaxed discussion and networking at the Mohican State Lodge. 

When?-  July 9 – 11 2013

Where?-  Elegant Ice Creations in Broadview Heights, Cleveland, Ohio & The Mohican State Resort & Conference Center located on Pleasant Hill Lake in Perrysville, Ohio

Meals and Lodging- Lodging for two nights will be covered with your entry fee at The Mohican State Resort. Two coaches per room (If you would like to room alone, you will need to pay for your own lodging). Some meals will be provided by our host and NICA.

Who Can Come & Eligibility?- All that we ask is that you are currently a College or High School Ice Carving Coach, Instructor or interested in becoming an instructor and a member of NICA. First 10 to sign up will be accepted so sign up quick.

Why Come?- Learn carving techniques from some of the best in our industry. Share and relax with other coaches. Earn points to become a NICA Certified Ice Carving Educator. Earn valuable ACF CEH's, NICA Certification Points and Continuing Education Hours.

What Will I Learn? - Please see Agenda on the next two pages for a list of seminars that we will be teaching. We are hoping to be approved for around 8 valuable ACF CEH's.

What do I Need Bring?- Carving Apparel ( Carving will be done outside the freezer).

  Coaches Click Here for Registration

  

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Education: Want to learn how to carve Ice

Check out our find a sculptor page for Ice carvers in your area. They will list if they offer instruction.

A number of culinary schools offer some instruction in ice carving as part of their curriculum. In an effort to support students interested in the art of sculpting ice, NICA has established an "Ice Art Education" Scholarship. Applications for this scholarship are due April 1, so click here for more information!

There are some Ice carving schools. Click here for a list and links to them.


Books and Videos: There are a number of books and Videos available which provide the challenging individual with instruction and pictures to assist in learning the art of Ice Sculpturing. Click here for a list and links to them.

Click here for the 10 steps to 3D sculpting that are recognized by the organization. This is only a summarized list.
For a complete outline with pictures click here to order the book.

NICA also has a number of design books with CD's available for purchase. Click Here.

 
Download our member application!