2011 Featured Callers

1. Randy Dougherty, Mesa, Arizona
   Encouraged by active dancing parents at age nine, Randy has enjoyed the wonderful world of square dancing for almost 50 years. A football injury (broken leg) at age 15 created a boring six-month lay-up. During this time, he was inspired to give calling a try. He first occupied his time practicing singing calls. Feeling good about the fun he was helping dancers to have, he attended the 1967 Central Iowa Callers Clinic in Des Moines, Iowa. In the next six years, Randy called square dances in Minnesota and surrounding states while he finished high school and college. In 1972, Randy took on a teaching position at Fridley Grace High School. During his summer breaks, he found himself traveling farther and farther from home. In 1979, he left his teaching position to devote full time to his professional calling career. From 1979 to 1986, he called on a regular basis for seven home clubs in the Twin Cities area, and broadened his traveling circuit to include much of the United States and many foreign countries. Many dancers have also danced to Randy's sister, Dee Dee. In 1986, Randy left Minnesota for the warmer climate of Arizona where he ran a busy dance program in Mesa during the winter season. In 2009 Randy moved his winter program to Pharr, Tx where he calls all levels from Beginners through C3A for the many friendly Winter Texans that flock to the Square Dance Capital of the World. In the summer he tours the United States and books many foreign calling trips; recently including such countries as Canada, Mexico, Sweden, Denmark, Netherlands, Japan, Saudi Arabia, England, Germany, Australia and New Zealand. Throughout his career, Randy has recorded hits for many record companies and is currently on the very popular Royal Records label. Some of his more recent recordings consist of: Wings of a Dove, Sally Was a Good Ol' Girl, Yellow Polka Dot Bikini, This Train, It's Who You Know, Irresistible You, Angels Among Us, That's The Kind Of Woman I Like, and My Daddy Was an Old-Time Preacher Man. To date he has attended, and called for, nearly 40 National Conventions. Over the years, Randy has put his teaching skills to work inspiring thousands of newer dancers, and has also contributed time and energy in working with several beginning callers as an Accredited Callerlab Caller Coach. Randy has been an avid supporter of Callerlab since it's inception. In the late 70's he became a member and was able to attend his first convention is 1981. Since that time, he has served three terms on the Board of Governors of Callerlab, served on the Executive Committee for two years, and many instructional panels. Randy has been honored with a Special Recognition Award from Chairman Mike Seastrom for his assistance in taping all the session at the 1993 National Convention in order to establish the frequency count in use today.

2. Dan Nordbye, Mesa, Arizona
   Dan is a native of Omaha, Nebraska, who now resides in Mesa, Arizona. Dan was introduced to square dancing at the age of 12. Eleven months later he was trying his hand at calling. From that moment on, Dan has pursued calling as his one and only profession. By the age of 16, he was Club Caller for 3 Omaha Square Dance Clubs. In 1976, he decided to pursue calling as a full-time profession. He now books dances and travels throughout the United States and Canada. Dan has called in Switzerland, Sweden, Mexico, Hawaii and Alaska. Dan is an Accredited Member of Callerlab and has served on the Mainstream and Plus Committees. Dan served on the Plus Committee as co-writer for the Plus Level definitions. He has attended 28 National Conventions, has served on many Panels and has instructed various workshops. Dan has been a recording artist since 1978, and is a current staff member of Hi-Hat Records. He has recorded several top ten hits including The Big One, Silver Wings, Cowboy Love, One of Those Wonderful Songs and Hey Honey In 1990, Dan was hired as a resident caller in Mesa, Arizona. He has developed one of the most successful programs in the Valley, including all levels from beginners through A2. Dan has grown up with Square Dancing and he knows of no other activity that offers the fun, exercise and social rewards that Square Dancing can give. He feels that the secret to a successful Square Dancing World is Fun First and Ability Second. When he comes to your area, give him a try; you’ll be glad you did.




3. Charlie Robertson, Corona, California
   Charlie began his calling career at the ripe old age of 12 in Southern California. He mentioned to his mother that he wanted to learn how to call. Charlie's mom contacted a local square dance caller and arranged lessons. Square dancing and square dance calling soon became a huge part of Charlie's life. Over the last 30 years Charlie has been privileged to travel the world calling dances. Charlie enjoys calling all levels from Basic through C1. He is known for his energetic style and creative choreography. Charlie has been a featured recording artist on several square dance record labels, for Lou-Mac Records, he recorded several songs that he is very proud of including the first and only true “Square Dance Rap” song. In 2008, Charlie realized a dream by Joining several life long friends and becoming an owner and producer for Finetune and Goldwing Records. In 2004 Charlie signed a recording contract with KMA Records in Nashville and recently completed his first CD. The CD includes all original country songs and is available at: www.charlierobertson.com or by contacting Charlie via email at charlie@charlierobertson.com

2011 Featured Cuers

1. TJ & Bruce Chadd, Meridian, Idaho
   Cueing Phase I thru Phase V, Roundalab member, BMI and ASCAP licensed. Cue and teach for Treasure Valley Rounds Basics through Phase III Tuesday evenings / Phase III-IV + Monday evenings / Phase IV-V Thursday evenings. All at the Boise Valley Square Dance Center in Boise. Live...Laugh...Love..................Dance

2011 Registration Application

Good Vibrations Trails End Square Dance 10/20/11 (PDF 172 KB)

We are looking for Fashion Show Models (See theme document and contact info) (PDF 61 KB)

2011 Welcome & additional Information (Vendors, Fashion Show, Pink Friday, Silent Auction, Door Prizes, Clothing for New Dancers, Food, Hotel Accommodations, and After Party!)

2011 Dance Schedule as of 09/01/11

Riot Dance Rules (PDF 56 KB)

Vendor Application Form (Computer fillable)