Tool, Die & Machining Association of Wisconsin upcoming events

2026 Summer Shootout Sporting Clays Event (Monday, August 10, 2026)

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:30:00 GMT

TDMAW members, member employees, member customers, member family members, partners & sponsors are invited to shoot the Waukesha Gun Club's Sporting Clays Course at the TDMAW annual Summer Shootout, followed by a casual dinner.

Your team of five may shoot the 50 target sporting clays course one time through. Immediately after, join us for networking, dinner and prizes/awards.

Optional early flurry begins at 1:00 PM, see details below. Flurry expense not included in registration - $26 for 50 target 5-stand flurry.

Summer Outing Schedule:

1:00 PM bring your team or come as an individual & join an existing team, to participate in an OPTIONAL team 5-Stand Flurry, prior to shooting the sporting clays course, at an additional on-site expense ($24 for a team of 5 and 50 targets).

1:00 OPTIONAL 5-stand flurry - not included in registration -- $26 for 50 targets (team of 5)
2:30 PM Check-in
3:00 PM Safety talk followed by Sporting Clays *Shotgun Start*
5:30 PM Dinner Catered by The BBQ Co. On the menu: Pulled Pork, BBQ Chicken, Mac & Cheese, Seasoned Red Potatoes, Coleslaw, Cornbread, Cookies for Dessert.
6:15 PM Awards and Door Prizes

Cost to Attend:

Sporting Clays & Dinner: $75
Dinner only: $45

* Two Drink Tickets are included with registration.

Things to note:

Shells are not included.
If you plan to participate in the optional flurry, plan to arrive shortly before 1:00 PM to register and pay the $26 fee to Waukesha County Gun Club.
Two boxes of shells are required to complete the sporting clays course. Shells may be purchased at the club for $13 per box. Twelve- and twenty-gauge shells are available for purchase.
Cart rentals are available: $20 per hour
Gun rentals are available: $25 per person

Door Prizes are Needed

Door prize donors will be recognized at the event and in the Surgeons of Steel magazine. Prizes may be delivered to Waukesha Gun Club on the day of the event. Please contact TDMAW Headquarters if you are bringing a door prize item so that your name will not be missed. Your help with door prize donations is very much appreciated!

Sponsorships Available!

Dinner Sponsor [SOLD] - Thank you Federated Insurance! Two complimentary attendees, recognition at dinner, on the event page of the TDMAW website & in the Surgeons of Steel Magazine.

Drink Ticket Sponsor: $300 [1 of 2 available] - Two complimentary drink tickets per attendee, company logo displayed on drink tickets, recognition at the event, on the event page on the TDMAW website and in the Surgeons of Steel magazine. Thank you Royal Products!

Shooting Station Sponsorship: $150 - Your company's logo on a station sign, recognition at the event and in the Surgeons of Steel magazine.

TDMAW Car Show (Tuesday, September 15, 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Do you have a hot rod, classic car, unique or fun vehicle (car or motorcycle) you would like to show? We want to see your special vehicle! All makes and models are welcome - everyone is invited to show their special vehicle!

Cruise through time with TDMAW Members, Partners, Sponsors & Prospective Members at this FREE EVENT! Invite your coworkers, customers, and prospective members, or anyone you know who has a fun car to show or would like to attend!

Time: 4:00 - 6:30 PM (If you will be showing a vehicle, please arrive between 3:15 and 3:45 PM to get situated.)

Location: Davian's in Menomonee Falls!

Attendees will receive 2 drink tickets. After that, a cash bar will be available. Free Appetizers from 4:00 - 6:00 PM!

SPONSORSHIPS

Drink Sponsorships Receive recognition at the event (logo on drink tickets), on the event page, and in our fall issue of Surgeons of Steel magazine - $150

Car Show Sponsorships - Receive recognition at the event, on the event page, and in our fall issue of Surgeons of Steel magazine - $150. Thank you.

Arrowhead Warhawk Manufacturing Tour (Tuesday, October 06, 2026)

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT

TDMAW Event: Behind-the-Scenes at Warhawk Manufacturing Shop

Come and join TDMAW members for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Warhawk Manufacturing at Arrowhead High School. Get an insider's look at how students design and produce a wide range of products, including metal and wood components, metal art, and more.

See firsthand how they use equipment in their workshop to transform complex designs into finished products.

Location: Arrowhead High School

Time: 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM ️

Cost: TBD

Why attend?

Network with fellow industry professionals
Support the next generation of manufacturing talent
Learn how Arrowhead High School's Metalworking program prepares students for real-world careers.

️RSVP today! Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to experience the innovation and craftsmanship happening inside Warhawk Manufacturing.

Getting Your Manufacturing Business Deal-Ready (Tuesday, October 20, 2026)

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Save the Date

Speaker: Ed Krajcir, President of Sunbelt Business Advisors

With an eye towards business transactions for businesses like yours (typical TDMAW members), Ed Krajcir will be discussing:

How to prepare your business for sale.
How to value your business.
A realistic timeline to prepare for sale.
Costs involved in preparing and selling.
Real-world examples.

Come with your questions ready. This is knowledge you will want to have, if not now, in the future!

Annual Member Meeting | Save the Date (Tuesday, December 01, 2026)

Tue, 01 Dec 2026 23:30:00 GMT