PRESIDENTS MESSAGE

Well another quarter of the year has come and gone. As we move into the last quarter of the year 2020 I hope this newsletter finds everyone healthy. I am starting to see some posts from a few shows and I am very happy to see them starting to take place again.
Shows seem to be scattered around and still just a few. The thing I miss the most is seeing my Flemish Family! It seems like it has been forever since we have seen many of you that we consider family. My prayers are continually to help our country get back to a normal.
Life has been hard for many. Health care workers who are on the front lines, school from teachers to students, jobs that are on again off again and lastly things shut down from shows, fairs, many of the things we took for granted. Since March it has also taken a toll on mental health with depression and isolation. Please continue to reach out to each other and let people know that there are people who care. You never know how much this can help someone just saying HI and I care! Prayers for everyone to stay safe!
With no convention this year our annual meeting will be held immediately following the triple open/triple youth on Saturday Oct 10 th , 2020 in Knoxville Tennessee. We set a hopeful time of 5:30 EST. I will have several laptops at the meeting and will log onto a zoom room so that those who cannot attend in person can at least be there on the computer. This will be a big show and as of right now there is a vet that will be on premises Friday night from 3pm-6pm and will complete health certificates for people attending at the rate of $10.00 per certificate (note 11 rabbits per certificate.) I am sure the line will be long but at least it is an option for people who could not find a vet to complete certificates for them at a reasonable price. There is a event page and catalog will be out soon for motel information and entries. It is a pre-entry show only no Day of Show entries. On Sunday morning there will be a Flemish specialty show hosted by Southern Flemish. (Note: Masks will be required for all and social distancing as much as possible.)
This is the same location that our Nationals will be held on April 24 th 2021. It is a very large facility with plenty of motels and parking. The city of Knoxville has been more than generous in helping get everything set up for shows. The really nice thing is being there in October we can get a feel for what we will need for the nationals the next April. Hopefully, much of COVID and RHD will settle by then! For any concerns with Flemish Federation I ask you to reach out to your directors, this is how things get on the agenda for the meetings. I am also available by email or phone (after 3pm during the week.) We have seen a large chunk of revenue loss since no sanctions and no shows we will need to get creative and come up with some ways to generate some revenue in the near future. Speaking of revenue please update your memberships and remember your listing on breeders list is a separate fee so please renew these and keep them current.

As always, may you treat everyone with respect and may your nest boxes be full of champions!
Lisa Wilson
gentlegiants@bellsouth.net
904-318-2600

Presidents Message March 2020, Lisa Wilson

Hoping this message finds that everyone has survived the winter and doing great with new litters on the way! It has been a strange winter to say the least. I am so excited to see all the posts from shows and how Flemish are being recognized for Best In Shows and Reserve In Shows all over the country. The quality of animals being shown is getting the recognition they deserve. Congratulations to all of you that have been winning the titles. I have seen so many in the last few months in Open and Youth that I won’t list names because I wouldn’t want to leave anyone out.
Exciting times are coming! Right around the corner April 18 in Belton Texas is our next Nationals show with Jack and Hazel Langley as our hosts! Please make plans to join us at this show it will be an outstanding one! And before we know it Convention will be upon us. Convention is Harrisburg PA this year from October 17- 21 st .
Thank you to all the committees that are working hard together, I am excited to see the communication between members on facebook and through emails. Please keep in mind some things coming up at convention we hand out sweepstakes awards for the prior year (July 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020), also any Master Breeders Awards that are submitted as well as any Honor Roll Awards that are submitted. Youth also have awards at that time for Outstanding Youth Awards make sure you are submitting names for all of the above to the committees.
For convention this year we have some folks that are working hard to find venues for banquet, thank you to Barbra Trone, Annie Murdock for getting us a starting place and Larry Rishel for taking time to go to the places and get the ball rolling. More information will follow by the next newsletter for Banquet info. As ALWAYS Wayne is working hard keeping up sweepstakes and sanctions, membership dues and breeders list, we are very lucky to have him and all the time he gives to the federation!
For our Booth this year Annie Murdock is in charge and is asking for donations for raffle table as well as donations for our auctions. Baskets representing your state are always a great way to donate. Volunteers are also needed to man the booth from Saturday to Tuesday. Remember this is one of the few ways we make money each year so that we can continue to have nice awards at conventions as well as yearly awards.
January 1 st of this year we had some changes to our board, welcome Jason Swenson as a board member. On the inside cover of the newsletter is a list of the board and officers and on the back cover is committee lists. Remember we only know what needs work when you let us know we can’t “fix” or work on things if we don’t know. I say this because in my two years prior as a board member I received exactly two messages from members asking questions or to work on a problem.
Please send emails to appropriate committees with requests. We do have a great Flemish Family and I love the springtime because I get to see many of you that we don’t see often. We have one of the best clubs and that is not just me being bias I hear this from ARBA members and judges frequently. Let’s keep up the good work; always remember to work on our Friendship and Fellowship skills, welcome new members. Looking forward to seeing everyone at upcoming shows and meeting new members. May your nest boxes be full of beautiful Grand Champion Flemish!

Warmest Regards, Lisa Wilson, President, 904-318-2600 or

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE - JAN 2020 - Lisa Wilson

I’m very excited as I take the reins for the Federation on Jan 1st, 2020! I want to thank you all for supporting me in the election. There are so many people whose efforts make this an awesome organization that to thank everyone would take pages. But I do want to especially thank Bob Bomia for all the years he has dedicated to this breed and this club. His list of accomplishments over the last 32 years is nothing short of outstanding! Beyond all the things he has done for this club, he has done so much for the promotion of Flemish Giants, shared his love of these amazing animals, and helped by improving the breed. I am blessed to know that I can still call him with questions, and that he will be there to help when needed!

The ARBA Convention in Reno is behind us now and if you were unable to attend, you certainly missed a beautiful venue and an amazing Convention. Congratulations to ALL the winners in both youth and open. For brevity I won’t list them again here, as they’ve been reported in several other places and publications. The West Coast Club did a fantastic job with this Convention, and the many activities throughout the event made it even more fun! The BUCK OFF was one event that was great fun; we have had requests to continue this in the future. Thank you, Julie Jorge, for coming up with this!

At the NFFGRB meeting our members voted for judges for the next few Conventions, and based on that vote, I sent invitations to the judges that were selected. I’m pleased to announce that they have generously accepted our request and agreed to participate. Bids were sent out based on 2018 votes and 2019 votes. New ones added are in all CAPS:

Convention Judges:
2020: Dr Chris Hayhow (OH) Open and youth Willis Plank (MI) Open and youth
2021: Josh Humphries (TN) Open and youth Rusty Westhoff (TN) Open and youth
2022: Dr. CHRIS HAYHOW (OH) Open and youth VIC VOGTS (KS) Open and youth
2023 Wade Burkhalter (MO) Open and youth KENDAL BLEDSOE (CA) Open and youth
2024: Dr. CHRIS HAYHOW (OH) Open and youth ALLEN ORMOND (UT) Open and youth

Our next National show will be in Belton, TX, on April 18th, 2020, at the Bell County Expo. The Texas Flemish Giant Breeders club will be hosting the show, and Jack and Hazel Langley will be our contact persons. Bids for the 2022 National show will be due to me by March 1 st , 2020. I’ve already had several clubs interested in submitting bids; please remember your deadlines if your club is interested in participating. The next ARBA Convention will be in Harrisburg, PA, October 17–21, 2020, at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center. Now is a great time to start preparing for this show.
I am currently finishing up the committees for the upcoming year. I’m very excited in the number of responses I received from people volunteering for committee work. I look forward to working with the committee members, as well as our directors, as we move the Federation into the new year!

Our club is blessed to have so many people dedicated to this breed and this club. It takes each and every one of us to maintain the well-run organization the NFFGRB has been for so many years. If you have questions or concerns please direct them to a board member or myself. You will find a list of the board members and their contact information on the inside front cover of our newsletters. Also, our committees are listed on the back page of the newsletter. They are a great starting point for inquiries, as these members are ready to address questions and/or concerns in their areas.

Always remember that this is, at its heart, a group of like-minded people who love Flemish Giants. Each member should be treated with respect. While we may not always agree with someone, we can still be respectful. Let’s keep our group as one of the great clubs in ARBA; one with a minimum of drama, but lots of mutual support and appreciation. Let’s all be committed to enjoying our hobby, respecting our fellow breeders, and valuing the friendships created!

I can be reached at 904-318-2600 (note: I do work in a classroom Monday through Friday and if you call during school hours [6:30am to 3:30pm] you will get voicemail; but I will return your call) or email me at gentlegiants@bellsouth.net .

Humbly, your new President, Lisa Wilson

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE, DEC. 2019 – Robert Bomia (1988 – 2020)

Very interesting how time flies when you are having fun. 32 years of being on the board and having been elected by the members for over 10 times has been a much appreciated event for me over the years. Having made so many friends and shared many awesome experiences with them has been such a nice experience. I want to thank all those that have been my friend over the years and those that have helped me and the Federation do all the work to maintain the Federation as the Best club in the ARBA. A giant appreciation for all the past Board members and especially those that served the members as our Sec/Trea position. I am leaving with only the best feelings for the federation and its members and support Lisa Wilson to take our great organization into the future. I will for sure miss all of you.

The National Convention in Reno is behind us as it was a great event for those that were able to attend. Thanks to Julie Jorge, and Joanne Walker and the West Coast members for all the work that you have accomplished for the Federation putting on the show. (You Rock). Also congratulations to all that were able to attend and the winners. Best of Breed went to Mallory, Deona, and Tom Casel. (They have won some big shows). Best opp Breed goes to Therese Fabela. (Good job Therese), and Best Display to my buddy Dan and Debbie Brink.

In the Youth Show Best of breed went to Ashlyn Enl, and Best Opp went to Cecelia Tresenriter. A Giant Congratulations to all the youth that were exhibiting at the Convention.You are our future, and we are proud of all of you.

The Honor Roll was awarded by the Federation to Allen and Tammy Bush from PA.. Allen has been our Sec/Trea taking over for Roger Dent and making it possible for me to succeed as President in 2002. (For this I will always be appreciative of Allen and his work for me and the Federation members. Allen also contributed by producing two of our last three guidebooks for us.) Thank you for all you have accomplished Allen and Tammy. The Master breeder’s award was also awarded at the Convention to Amanda Hutcheson, and Ryan Lentz both are Role Models for our Federation and its members. Amanda will soon be a judge and I feel a very good one. Congratulations to all of you. Also thank you Annie Murdock for all your ongoing work at the Conventions. (Annie volunteered to do the booth next year)

Our National Show on April 18, 2020 in Belton, Texas at the Bell County Expo. The Texas Flemish Giant Breeders will be hosting this show and Jack, and Hazel Langley will be our contact persons. (This will be a great show, put in on your schedule). The 2021 show is planned with Lisa Wilson being our contact. BIDS FOR THE 2022 NATIONAL SHOW MUST BE IN TO LISA WILSON BY MARCH OF 2020.

As I leave I want to personally thank Jack and Hazel Langley , Doc Hall, Jim Fleming, Allen Bush, Tom Sabrey, Amanda Hutcheson, Ryan Lentz, Katie Mullenax, Tom Orr, Kathy Rynard, Charles Bryant, Lisa Wilson, Karen Clouse, Annie and Regg Murdock, Bill Mairs, Joanne Walker, Dan & Debbie Brink, Lisa Quinn and Wayne Bechdel for all you have done for me and the Federation. ( Many more to many to list ).

The new Guidebook is out (Thanks to Allen Bush), and I hope all of you like it. My message to all is to remember that the Federation is about the people that are members of this fine Organization. Try to always keep everyone together, and stay friends. May God bless all of you, and I am out as Lisa takes over as your leader. (Great Lady, please all support her).

Regards, for the membership

Robert Bomia, President

P.S. – I will always love you and the Federation. (Carry on).

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE, Sept. 2019 – Robert Bomia

Well folks the good news is the Elections are over and Congratulations to all those that participated in the Federation Election Process. That includes those that Ran for office, those that won, and all those that took the time to vote. All the new board members elected Will be in office effective Jan. 1, 2020. Thank you Dan Brink our Election Committee Chairperson and the Board Appointed Committee for the great job.

Congratulations to Lisa Wilson our elected New President. I have the utmost confidence that she will do an outstanding job for the Federation, and its Members. Let’s all gather behind her and support her as our Flemish Giant Family. (It takes everyone to be a team). Also, Congratulations to Tom Orr, Amanda Hutcheson, and Jason Swenson elected Directors by the membership vote. All those that ran were outstanding folks and I am sure that none of them would be a mistake if elected. (Thank God it is over).

As the incoming elected President Lisa Wilson will have all the new committee appointments in the Dec. Newsletter as well as who she appoints to replace her term as Director. Anyone wishing to be on a committee please contact Lisa Wilson.

The ARBA National Convention in Reno Oct. 19-23 looks like it is going to be a dandy. Thanks to Julie Jorge and Joanne Walker for taking on the Federation Supt. Job for this show. Julie has the West Coast Team taking care of the plans for the Rooms, the Banquet and the Federation Table. I see the Awards Banquet will be held at Kings Buffet at 6 p.m. on Tuesday night. Thank you Linda Wagner. The Judges will be Dr. Chris Hayhow (The best ever), and Bruce Ormsby (Great Judge). Tamera Jewell, raffle items.

The Federation Scholarship needs those applicants wanting to receive the Scholarship to review the Guidelines, and Application Process. (Located on our Website and internet Site). If you need any help contact our Youth Scholarship Committee Chairperson, Tom Sabrey. I want to thank Hazel Langley for starting this project, and for Tom Sabrey for obtaining funds to support it thru the on line auction. Good Job by all that contributed to this project.

Ryan Lentz has taken over as our New Federation Historian. Thank you Ryan for this and all that you do for the Federation and its members. You and Amanda Rock.

The Federation Board approved another three year term for our Awesome Sec./Trea. Wayne Bechdel. His term will start again on Oct. 30, 2019 thru Oct. 30, 2022. A personal thanks to Wayne for being a good friend and for all he has done for the Federation and its members. No one does it better.

As I get ready to depart the Federation I would like to thank the board members, and all those that have helped the Federation in anyway. We are blessed with lots of great folks. A special thanks to my great Friend Jim Fleming for all he has done for me and the Federation. Jim Designs our Newsletter cover, and also does all the banners for the Convention. The Federation has obtained Thousands of dollars selling the banners at the Conventions. Also A giant Thank you to Katie Mullenax our Webmaster for the outstanding job on our New Federation Website. (You are special).

The Federation Guidebook. Due to ongoing health issues I have taken Scott Wenzel off the Guidebook and have another person volunteer to take on this Giant Project for the Federation. We are expecting to complete the Guidebook in the next two to three months. I am working hand and hand with Lisa Wilson to complete this task. It will include the latest board members that take over on Jan 1, 2020.

The next National Show will be held on April 18, 2020 in Belton, Texas at the Bell County Expo. The Texas Flemish breeders will be hosting this show, and Jack Langley, V.P., will be the contact person. The 2021 show is planned with Lisa Wilson being our contact. And by March any specialty club wishing to host the 2022 Federation National Show put your bids into Lisa Wilson.

A special prayer for Wayne and Beverly Day that were in a car accident resulting in the the loss of Wayne and injury to Beverly. Wayne was a great person who was well liked by all the Flemish Family and will be missed by all that knew him. Prayers for Wayne and his family.

In summary, let’s remember that the rabbits are a hobby, and we need to keep it fun. Work hard every day to bring everyone together. (Over and Out).

For the Membership,

Robert Bomia, President

P.S. Phone 419-304-3068

e-mail: bestbugs@chartermi.net

PRESIDENTS MESSAGE 6/13

The National Show for 2019 is history.   Thanks to the Great Lakes Flemish Giant Rabbit Breeders , and its members for hosting this wonderful show.   A special Giant Thanks to Jason and Lisa Swenson for hosting the show at their home in Wisconsin, and all the work that you have done for the members.  Also a special thanks to Polly Overmyer for the hours spent insuring that the show was done. To all a Giant thank you. It appears about 300 rabbits were shown by about 60 plus breeders in the open and youth.

Winners of the Youth National Show were Best of Breed, Chloe Clemonts with a Sr. Light Gray Doe, and Emily Quinn , Best Opp Breed with a Sandy Sr. Buck.   . Other winners on Sunday’s shows were CeCe Trensenriter, Shawn Schlickman, Hadyn Tinsley/ Shayne Lentz, and Cole Biesenbender. Congratulations to all you awesome young folks.

Winners in the Open National Show was Best of Breed, Mike Knapp with a Sr. Sandy Doe (This doe has won several large shows recently), and Best Opp Breed went to our V.P. Jack Langley with a Sr. Fawn Buck.   The first two shows were won by the same rabbits and the last show Sunday was won by Gene Gubala and Juan Perez. Congratulations to all. Nothing better than winning a National Show.

The “Next National Show” will be held on April 18, 2020 in Belton, Texas at the Bell County Expo.   The Texas Flemish Giant Breeders will be hosting the show, and Jack Langley will be the contact person.  The 2021 National will be held with the Great South Flemish Breeders, Lisa Wilson contact person. (More info latter).  The new elected President will need to locate the 2022 National Show.

“THE FEDERATION ELECTIONS”:  The upcoming elections for President and three directors will be in July for them to take over on Jan. 1st, 2020.  We have several outstanding candidates for the members to choose from to do the work of the Federation for its members.  Presently it appears we have 4 candidates for President, and 11 Candidates for Director. (GOOD LUCK TO ALL).

“THE GUIDEBOOK”, this giant project has been set back several times from 2015 due to serious health issues with those attempting to complete it.  Presently Scott Wenzel is in very poor health and cannot set up without getting dizzy. Do to the current situation, I am asking for any and all member that can help Scott as volunteers or are able and willing to take over this project to complete it.   Scott, Wayne and I have all the information from the old guidebook and the data for the new one. If you are interested please contact me at bestbugs@chartermi.net .   Thank you in advance.

“THE UPCOMING NATIONAL CONVENTION IN RENO” - This is going to be a great show.  Julie Jorge, President of the WSFGRB and her club members are organized to help support the Federation show for our Federation Members in Reno.   Julie Jorge and Joanne Walker will be Breed Supts., Wayne Bechdel will be the Breed Chairperson. Linda Wagner, and daughter, Rooms and Banquet committee.  Tamera Jewell, raffle items. The judges will be Dr. Chris Hayhow, and Bruce Ormsby. It gets no better, Plan on Reno.

Prayers for all our members that are having health problems.  Keep the Rabbits in perspective as it is a fun hobby. Keep your friends, and continue the greatness of the Federation.   

Regards, for the membership,

Robert Bomia, President

PS:  Phone 419-304-3068

e-mail:  bestbugs@chartermi.net

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE – MARCH 2019 - Robert Bomia

We are hoping that all of the Federation members have made it through the winter with the Rabbits ok?   It has been a brutal winter in the North and it got real cold. I know most of you get the Domestic Rabbits and in the last copy it was so good to see Dr. Chris Hayhow inducted into the “Hall of Fame”.  What a great guy and most deserving of this top award. Congratulations to Dr. Hayhow from the Flemish Breeders.

Upcoming elections coming up in 2019 for President and three directors.  Any Federation Member wishing to serve as President, or Director must have a petition signed by (5) members in good standing in the Federation and mail it to Wayne Bechdel, Sec. /Treas.  Prior to June 1st, 2019.  Those elected will take charge of the Federation positions they are elected on Jan. 1st, 2020. (Good Luck to all that participate in this club function).

Scott Wenzel has had serious health issues and we wish him Full recovery.  He is back working on the Guidebook and has a March Deadline or prior to the 2019 Federation National show to complete this giant task.  Prayers for you Scott.

Our 2019 Flemish Giant National Show (16th annual) will be held on May 25th, 2019.  The show is hosted by “Great Lakes Flemish Giant Specialty Club”, Wayne Bechdel , President.  The show will be held at Jason and Lisa Swenson’s wonderful home in Wisconsin. The National Show will be held on May 25th, and will be followed by a double specialty show on May 26th, 2019.  This will be a great show, plan on attending this wonderful event.

The 2020 National Show will be held in Texas, more information to come.  We need bids from Specialty Clubs that are interested in holding the National Show in 2021 sent to Robert Bomia ASAP.   We have not missed a National Show from its start in 2003. Keep up the good work.

The ARBA Convention will be in Reno this year (Sounds romantic).  Julie Jorge, President of the WSFGRB and her club members are organized to help support the Federation Show, and its functions at Reno.  (Pacific Coast Flemish Giant Rabbit Breeders). Julie Jorge, and Joanne Walker will be the Breed Supts.. Wayne Bechdel will be the Breed Chairperson.  Linda Wagner , and daughter, Rooms and Banquet. Chairpersons, Les, Joanne, Julie and Wayne awards committee. Tamera Jewell, raffle items. Looking forward to RENO, save your money and the date.  The judges will be Dr. Chris Hayhow, and Bruce Ormsby. It gets no better. See you in Reno.Tom Sabrey our Youth Chairperson will be working on extending our Youth Scholarship Funds into the Future.  We presently have collected $3400 thanks to all those that contributed and Tom for making this a reality. Tom Sabrey and the Youth Committee will be working on the first Federation Youth Members to be given Scholarships from the Federation and its members.   Hats off to all.

Katie Mullenax, has done an outstanding job on our new Federation Web site at https:/NFFGRB. ORG/.   She is very positive in working with all to improve and perfect our website. Congratulations to Katie for an awesome job.   She has been updating the breeders section. To be on the breeders listings it costs $15 per year. This money goes to help support the Website expenses.  

Prayers for all the Federation Members that are having health problems.  Keep the rabbits in perspective as it is a fun hobby. Keep your friends, Keep it fun.  May all your nest boxes be full of Grand Champions. Till we meet at the shows.

Regards, for the membership,

Robert Bomia, President

Phone:  419-304-3068

E-mail:   bestbugs@chartermi.net

DEC 2018

The ARBA Convention in West Springfield, Massachusetts is over and everyone able to attend seemed to enjoy the week showing the Giants and spending time with their Federation Members.  Thanks to Wayne Bechdel, Breed Chairperson, Lisa Wilson, Breed Supt., Isabella DeSilva, Banquet Chairperson, Andrew, Pam, CeCe, and Emily Hambright family for the Federation Booth. Also all those that helped work during the convention Amanda Hutcheson, Joanne Walker, Kathy Rynard and all the others that wrote carried rabbits, or manned the booth during the week.

Thanks to Pam, Cece, Emily and Andrew for the awesome booth that got 1st place at the Convention.  Also Jim Fleming my buddy for the wonderful banners.  Second year in a row as 1st place booth, way to go team.

Youth Recognition Awards, “The Youth of the year” were announced by our Youth Chairperson Tom Sabrey.   Those being recognized by the Federation this year were: Shayne Lentz, Haydn Tinsley, Shawn & Avery Schlickman, and Chloe Clemets.   A giant Congratulations and keep up the good work. Also , Thanks to Tom Sabrey for contributing $3,300 to the youth Scholarship fund thru the internet auction this year.  Thank you Tom for your awesome contributions to our youth.

Master Breeders award were presented by Wayne Bechdel, Chairperson to Mike Knapp, and Lisa and Donnie Wilson… Way to go and congratulations.   Also presented was the induction into the Federation Honor Roll for all the work they have contributed to the Federation and its members was Lisa and Donnie Wilson.  Thank you for all you do.

Best of Breed Open Carlo & Fern Zappia, and Best opp Breed Mike Knapp.  My buddie Dan Brink had best Display. The John Coon award for best sandy fur went to Wayne Bechdel.  The Youth Best of breed and Best opp. Went to Eric & Drew Rosendale. A giant congratulations for all your work to achieve these awesome awards.  Also thanks to Anne Murdock and Mr. Rosendale for doing the auction at the banquet.

We have a new website thanks to Katie Mullenax our new webmaster.  You can find it at https://NFFGRB.ORG/ .   A giant thank you to Dick Gehr and Norma Hart for the work on our past website.   Our condolences to Dick and family on the loss of Norma this year.

Our upcoming National Show will be held in Wisconsin this year at the home of Jason and Lisa Swenson.  The Great Lakes Flemish Giant Regional specialty club, Wayne Bechdel, President will be hosting the Federation National show this spring.

The National Show in 2020 will be held in Texas, and the bids for the 2021 National Show need to be sent to Robert Bomia prior to March of 2019.  Anyone wanting to serve on committee’s please notify Robert Bomia.

The ARBA Convention will be in Reno next year.  Julie Jorge, President of the WSFGRB and her club members are organized to help support the Federation Show for its members at Reno.   (Pacific Coast Flemish Giant Rabbit Breeders). Julie Jorge and Joanne Walker will be Breed Supts., Wayne Bechdel will be Breed Chairperson.  Linda Wagner, and daughter, Rooms & Banquet chairpersons, Les, Joanne, Julie and Wayne awards committee. Tamera Jewell, raffle items. Look forward to the convention, save your money for Reno.  The judges will be Dr. Chris Hayhow, and Bruce Ormsby. It gets no better.

Prayers for all of our members that are having health problems.  Keep the rabbits in perspective as it is just a fun hobby. Keep your friends, and continue the greatness of the Federation and keep it fun.  

Regards, for the membership

Robert Bomia, President

PS.  Phone: 5419-304-3068, e-mail:  bestbugs@chartermi.net