WADENA — Dave Crook has been carving for most of his life.

The Wynyard man started by working with leather and wood. About 10 or 12 years ago, he said his grandson took him to a place near Spiritwood that had a couple of moose antler carvings for sale.

“It was the first time I’d ever seen one, and I decided to give it a try and it just went from there. Right now, it’s pretty much a full-time job,” Crook said with a laugh.

The first time he worked with antlers, he said it was difficult and he thought he’d never try another set again. But he became quicker and better with each project, as he figured out which tools work and which ones he should avoid.

Crook will often start by coming up with an idea of what he wants to create. Since he can’t draw, he goes online, types in a search, finds

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