CMBF Youth
Education Program
The Central Maine Bird Fanciers will present a youth education program
on Sunday, April 21st, starting at 10 a.m.This program will take place
at the Evening Star Grange Hall in Washington, Maine. The Grange is
located on the south side of Old Union Rd in Washington off Rte. 220.
Various educational opportunities will be offered. Katherine Newcombe
will be presenting a workshop on how to prepare a bird for showing. Bob
Hawes will do a talk on Junior Showmanship – what the competition
consists of and how to prepare for it. Linda Blackman will give tips on
how to choose the right birds for showing, and comparing poultry
competitions to dog shows. She will also organize a “Recognize the
Breed” contest. Small prizes will be awarded to those who participate.
Austin Brann will be there to demonstrate and do Pullorum testing.
Having your flock tested is required if you are planning to show any
poultry at shows or fairs this year, including the CMBF Spring Show
which is slated to take place on Sunday, May 26th. If interested, bring
your birds to be tested on that day. The cost is $10 for the testing.
Tailgate sales will be available on the grounds, so if you’re looking
for a specific breed, many reputable breeders should be there with birds
to sell. This is also a good chance to connect with experienced
breeders to ask questions and get information.
The program will be
followed by a pot luck dinner at noon, then a CMBF meeting at 1 p.m. All
are invited to attend. You do not have to be a member of the club to
participate, but membership forms will be available for anyone
interested in joining. Cost for 1 year membership is $5 for a Junior
member, $7 for Individual, and $10 for a family membership. Benefits
include a quarterly newsletter.
This education program is available
for any age, not just youngsters.
For more information, contact Linda Blackman at 542-4323 or lindablackman@roadrunner.com.
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