Welcome to the 2012 Annual Fall Fair

Here I REPORT Adrien Taylor invitation: On behalf of the Executive and the Show Committee, I would like to extend a warm invitation to all of our members and their family to come out and visit their fellow members at the Annual Show in Monroe Washington, the weekend of October 20 and 21st. This is your time to come out and socialize with other bird people from the state and especially those from out-of-state. This is the one occasion when knowledge is the Key. Our Judges bring with them a wide range of knowledge on birds whether it is the breed or species that is currently in your home. To add to this knowledge base, you will have the opportunity to meet, talk, and learn from other bird people attending the event. I also would like to extend a personal invite to all members to exhibit a bird or more than one. It is an opportunity like no other to learn about your particular breed of bird and see how it compares with birds from other members. If you are a novice don’t worry, there will be awards for Novices and you never know, I have seen Novices win the Show on their first time out. The C.C.B.A. needs support when staging these events, and that support is from you the member. Whether it is by showing, selling, or just attending the Show, you will be supporting your club. I hope to see and meet all members at the Monroe Show this October 20th and 21st with one of you winning the Best in Show with your Bird. Hope to See You There Yours in the Fancy Brian Johannson Show Manager Cascade Canary Breeders Association

NATIONAL CAGED BIRD SHOW - THURS. NOV 15 - SAT NOV 17, Mellennium Hotel, St Louis, Missouri

NATIONAL CAGED BIRD SHOW - THURS. NOV 15 - SAT NOV 17, Mellennium Hotel, St Louis, Missouri 314 241 9500
NCBS has indicated there are no health certificate requirements for the National Show held in St Louis, Missouri this year.
They are once again offering the option of advance tag registration. The form you'll need to complete to take advantage of this option is on their website www.nfss.org - click on "Annual Show" and then select the "Advance Tag Registration" icon. Your 2012 Dues with NCBS must be current or accompany the price of your order when purchasing advance tags. (There is an option for printing off an application for NCBS membership when you follow the prompts to purchase your tags). Persons wanting to verify their membership may do so by e mailing Barbara Rosario at b.rosario@juno.com Tags are $2 each and there is a $50 maximum per exhibitor. Orders will be charged $5 shipping and handling fee for orders of 40 tags or less, for orders of 41 or over tags, shipping fees will be $8 per order and all forms will ship UPS. There are NO REFUNDS FOR UNUSED TAGS. Your exhibitor number will be assigned upon receipt of order.
After completing the registration form (and membership application - if appropriate) - mail with your check to: John Muscato, Show Secretary, 2725 Midland Drive Naperville, IL 60564-8975.
-Rebecca Mikel

NFSS Executive Secretary

NATIONAL CAGED BIRD SHOW: Thurs Nov 15 - Sat Nov 17. Mellennium Hotel St Louis, St Louis Missouri

NATIONAL CAGED BIRD SHOW: Thurs Nov 15 - Sat Nov 17. Mellennium Hotel St Louis, St Louis Missouri - 314-241-9500.

NCBS continues to update their website and I'd encourage each of you to check that site frequently: www.ncbs.org

Information for both Hospitality Night and the Awards Banquet have been updated.

Groups can reserve a table for Hospitality Night at $50 per table. This guarantees you a reserved table and chairs for you and your group. The Hospitality Night festivities are a great time to "mix" with bird friends, enjoy some snacks and beverages, and kick off the weekend! Keep watching the website for more details about the activities planned for that evening.

Ticket prices for the Saturday evening Awards Banquet price are $40 per person IF pruchased PRIOR TO October 24; after that the price goes up to $45/person. Youth tickets are available with the early purchase date at $20; increasing to $25 if purchased after October 24 or at the show. The menu has been posted and includes "meat" entrees with sides, as well as a Vegetarian Entree choice and a Youth Menu choice.

The Contact for both events is: Mary Tarsitano at (586) 246-7139 or (586) 781-6429; or you may e mail her at mtarsitano@gmail.com. Her mailing address is 53546 Beechwood Drive, Shelby Township, MI 48316. (Hats off to Mary for continuing to provide so much support and assistance at this event year-after-year. If you know Mary, look her up and be sure to tell her "thank you". If you don't know her, ask someone to point her out. )

Stay tuned for additional information as the details planned for this event unfold.

-Rebecca Mikel
NFSS Executive Secretary

Mutate Goldfinch Video

Amazing and tamed Mutate Goldfinch Video


Isn't it AMAZING?!?!?!?!

Congratulation to the owner!
Nick

New Video: How to make handmade eggfood

Hi All,

During breeding season it's importat to feed our birds with high balanced food, most important thing is quote of proteins that should be, in my opinion, between 17% and 21% overall.
Since preparation time should start to feed incresing level of proteins and fat seeds, this is need to prepare partner at coopulation.

I've made this video that shows how to make an healty simple and tasty handmade eggfood.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5WfM7ErOtCk
Best Regards,
Nick

Virgin and Child playing with a Goldfinch

Take a look to this intresting video that shows Cecco di Pietro's "Virgin and Child playing with a Goldfinch" famous paint.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrAPThSra0A

Best Regards,
Nick