Wisconsin State Rabbit Breeders Association, Inc. 68 th Annual Convention Show ARBA & WSRBA Open & Youth Sanctioned Show Waupaca County Fairgrounds 602 East South St Weyauwega, WI September 7 th & 8 th, 2013 Show Superintendent: Show Secretary: Chuck Petrie Dennis Roloff E1198 Haase Rd. Waupaca, WI 54981 Judges: Conall Addison (KS), Mike Avesing (IA), Erik Bengtson (MN), Meara Collins (MN), Gary Grimm (IA), Johnny Haussener (PA), Allan Ormund (UT), John Soper (MI)Tex Thomas (MO), Thonna Thomas (MO) Sanctioned Breeds O American, O & Y - American Fuzzy Lop, O & Y American Sable, O & Y Belgian Hare, O & Y - Californian, O - Champagne D Argent, O Crème D Argent, O & Y Dutch, O & Y Dwarf Hotot, O & Y English Angora, O & Y English Lop, O & Y English Spot, O & Y Flemish Giant, O & Y Florida White, O & Y French Angora, O French Lop, O & Y Giant Angora, O & Y Himalayan, Y Harlequin, O & Y Havana, O & Y Holland Lop, O & Y Jersey Wooly, O & Y Lilac, O & Y Mini Lop, O & Y Mini Rex, O & Y Mini Satin, O & Y Netherland Dwarf, O & Y New Zealand, O & Y Polish, O & Y Rex, O & Y Rhinelander, O & Y Satin, O & Y Satin Angora, O & Y Silver Fox, O Silver Marten, O & Y Thrianta, O & Y - Cavy Saturday September 7 th 8:30am Open 4 Class Rabbit Judging Begins 10:00am Youth 4 Class Rabbit Judging Begins Awards Banquet will be held at the Best Western in Waupaca, WI Buffet Style Meal will include: Pizza and Taco Buffet, Assorted Fresh Baked Pizzas, Pasta Salad, Garlic Bread, Soft and Hard Shells, Seasoned Beef, Chicken Cooked in Peppers and Onions, Lettuce, Cheese, Tomatoes, Chips & Salsa, Beans & Rice, Milk, Coffee or Lemonade Desserts and wines will be auctioned off for tables or individuals to purchase Dinner 7:00pm Annual Membership Meeting and Awards Presentation to Follow Sunday September 8 th 8:30am 6 Class Rabbit & Cavy Judging Begins Rabbit and Cavy Pre-Entries as well as Reservations for the Banquet need to be sent to Melody Stremkowski postmarked by Wednesday August 28 th!!! Entries that do not include remark cards will be charged the day of show entry fee. Entries will be allowed the day of the show for a higher price. Refer to the show rules for fees on day of show entries.
Official ARBA Open & Youth Sanctioned Shows Eric Stewart, Secretary PO Box 426 Bloomington, IL 61702 Membership Dues: Adult $15.00 or $40.00 for 3 Years Youth $8.00 or $20.00 for 3 Years HW $20.00 or $50.00 for 3 Years Family $20.00 plus $2.00 per youth or $50.00 plus $6.00 per youth for 3 years. Sanction Fee: $20.00 Open - $10.00 Youth Official WSRBA Open & Youth Sanctioned Shows Melody Stremkowski, Secretary 5568 Cty Rd EE Amherst, WI 54406 Dues: Adult - $10.00 Youth - $7.00 Family - $12.00 plus $2.00 each youth Open judging starts at 8:30am on Saturday September 7 th. The following breeds will start in Open Mini Lop, Netherland Dwarf, Polish, English Spot, Himalayan, Holland Lop, Mini Rex, Thrianta, Jersey Wooly, Mini Satin. Youth starting breeds will be determined by those breeds shown by youth participating in the contests. This will allow for our youth members to focus on the contests and still be able to show their own animals at State Convention. Youth rabbits will be judged in a different building away from Open starting at 10:00am. The following breeds will start in Youth Holland Lop, Mini Lop, Netherland Dwarf, English Spot & Himalayan. Judging starts at 8:30am on Sunday September 8 th. The following breeds will start in Open & Youth Champagne, French Lop, Cinnamon, New Zealand & Satins. Youth rabbits will be judged in a different building away from Open. All 4 Class Breeds will be judged on Saturday!! All 6 Class Breeds will be judged on Sunday, including Cavies!! Show Room will be open Friday night 6:00pm 10:00pm. It will open on Saturday and Sunday at 6:30am. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** * * * * Awards The Best in Show Trophy will be sponsored by Denmark Trophy. Trophies will be awarded for Best 4 Class, Best 6 Class, Best Overall in Show (Open & Youth). All Best of Breeds and Best Opposite of Breeds, Open & Youth, Rabbit & Cavy, with ten or more show in the breed will receive a rosette. All rabbit breeds, Open & Youth, with ten or more shown will receive $5.00 for Best Display. The Best Display Cavy, Open & Youth, will receive $5.00. Don t Forget the WSRBA Raffle!!!! Be sure to buy your raffle tickets for one of the many prizes offered. Raffle tickets will cost $0.50 each or 3 for $1.00. Two raffles will be held one on Saturday and one on Sunday. Each day the WSRBA will award the donor of the prize which collects the most tickets a cash award of $25.00!!! Don t Forget To Sign Up For the Youth Contests Youth contests will be held on Saturday September 7 th. For more information on the Royalty contests contact Brenda Reilly (hhhhrabbit@aol.com) or Christi Ringelstetter (gcring01@aol.com). For more information on the National Team contests, Ann Lewis (barneveldbunnies@gmail.com). Banquet Wine and Dessert Auction The tradition continues, we will be auctioning desserts and wine off at our banquet this year. Tables can pool their money and buy a dessert together to enjoy after the meal... or you may decide to buy that special dessert all for yourself. It is sure to be a fun time for everyone. If you would like to donate a dessert or bottle of wine please contact Lynn Galbraith Wilson at LGalbraith-Wilson@brennansteil.com.
The Wisconsin State Convention is a TWO DAY Non-Cooped Show. Cooping arrangements and payment should be made through Dennis Roloff, E1198 Haase Rd, Waupaca, WI 54981. Phone: 715-467-2272 Email: rexrbest@hotmail.com There will be a $1.50 per night coop rental. You will be expected to pay for the amount you request. You must furnish your own dishes, feed, and water. Please reserve your cooping by Friday August 28 th. Show Rules: 1. This show will be governed by the latest revised rules of the A.R.B.A. and the completion of the Entry Blank indicates your acceptance of these rules and those rules listed in the catalog. 2. The W.S.R.B.A will not be responsible in case of fires, accident or providential destruction. Every precaution will be taken to prevent the same. 3. All pre-entries must be postmarked no later than AUGUST 28 th, 2013. 4. All entries should be on official blanks printed in this catalog; however, entries will be accepted on other forms like the one published on the WSRBA Website. No e-mailed entries will be accepted. 5. Each entry must include a completely filled in remark card. Exhibitors who do not include their remark cards will be charged the day of show entry fee. Remark cards and the additional entry fee need to be turned in by the start of the show, if not received the entry will be disqualified and any entry fee paid will be non refundable. 6. A check or money order must accompany your entry. Entries will not be valid without the proper payment. 7. Please make all checks and money orders payable to the: Wisconsin State Rabbit Breeders Association. 8. Mail all entries to: Melody Stremkowski 5568 County Rd EE Amherst, WI 54406 9. Open & Youth Pre-Entry Fees are: Single Rabbit or Cavy & Meat Pen - $4.00 Fur Class - $2.00 10. Open &Youth Show Day Entry Fees are: Single Rabbit or Cavy & Meat Pen - $8.00 Fur Class - $4.00. All starting breeds must be entered by 8:00am the day of the show with all other breeds closing at 10:00am the day of the show. 11. All rabbits must be permanently and legibly marked in the left ear. 12. All fur entries must be entered and in the paid regular class. 13. Banquet tickets must be ordered and PAID for at the time of entry. 14. Substitutions will be allowed for a FEE of $1.00 per rabbit, no fee on fur substitutions. All substitutions for starting breeds must be in by 8:00am the day of the show with all other breeds closing by 10:00am the day of the show. New remark cards need to be made out for substitutions!! Substitutions must be made within the same class you pre-entered, any other change will be considered a Day of Show Entry. Ear numbers cannot be changed on the remark cards at the table without first reviewing the original entry sheet and/or substitution sheet. 15. Only authorized persons will be allowed behind the judges tables. 16. We reserve the right to substitute judges or to add judges if the need arises. Every effort will be taken to follow the printed show schedule. 17. Ribbons will be awarded to Third Place. Ribbons and Trophies will not be mailed. Please pick yours up before leaving the show. Cash specials will be mailed. 18. Breed Chairpersons are responsible for obtaining writers for both Open and Youth. 19. Judging will begin promptly at 8:30am with the opening breeds listed on the second page of the show catalog. Refer to the second page of this catalog for special provisions regarding the youth show order and starting times. Youth will have their own building and judges, judging will begin at 10:00am. 20. All four class breeds will be judged on Saturday and six class breeds including Cavies will be judged on Sunday. 21. Double WSRBA Sweepstakes points will be awarded. 22. Fifty cents ($0.50) of each open and youth entry will be used for next years specials on each breed. 23. From each entry: ten cents ($0.10) will go to the WSRBA Sweepstakes fund, two cents ($0.02) will go to the Sweepstakes Chairman, and three cents ($0.03) will go to the Bulletin. 24. Youth Members must carry youth rabbits to the show table with the exception of youth contest participants while contests are still running.
Motels & Campgrounds New London: Rainbow Motel: 920-982-4550 Road Star Inn: 920-982-5820 Waupaca: Best Western Hotel: 715-258-9212 Village Inn Motel: 715-258-8526 Comfort Suites: 715-942-0500 Crystal River Bed & Breakfast: 715-258-5333 You may camp at the show site for $20.00 per night. (No Open Camp Fires) Any questions call Dennis Roloff 715-467-2272 Directions to Fairgrounds From Waupaca: Highway 10 to Weyauwega. Turn left on Main Street to Elizabeth Street. Turn Right on Elizabeth Street. About two blocks to fairgrounds. From New London: Take Highway 54 West to Highway 110 South. At Weyauwega turn left on Main Street to Elizabeth Street. Turn Right on Elizabeth Street. About two blocks to fairgrounds. From Fremont: Highway 10-110 to 110 exit at Weyauwega. Turn right on South Street and continue three blocks to Fairgrounds entrance. * * Upcoming Shows Fox Valley All Youth Double Show September 28 th, 2013 Weyauwega, WI Fox Valley Fall Show September 29 th, 2013 Weyauwega, WI 2013 ARBA National Convention October 19 th October 23 rd Harrisburg, PA * * Equipment Booths will be set up at the show. Call for advance orders. Klubertanz s Equipment 1-800-237-3899 Roger Moeller Equipment 1-920-595-0431 * * WSRBA Banquet Registration Saturday September 7 th, 2013 7:00pm Best Western Waupaca, WI Buffet Style Meal Includes: Pizza and Taco Buffet, Assorted Fresh Baked Pizzas, Pasta Salad, Garlic Bread Soft and Hard Shells, Seasoned Beef, Chicken Cooked in Peppers and Onions, Lettuce, Cheese and Tomatoes Chips & Salsa, Beans & Rice, Milk, Coffee and Lemonade Name: Number Needed Address: Adult - $16.50 Under 10 Yrs - $8.50 Under 3 Yrs - Free Make checks payable to WSRBA Return by August 28 th Melody Stremkowski 5568 County Rd EE Amherst, WI 54406 mstremkowski@att.net
OPEN Wisconsin State Rabbit Breeders Association YOUTH Exhibitor Name: Date: Address: City: State: Zip: E-Mail Address: Phone: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Ear Number Breed Variety Class Sex Fur Class Entry Fee: $ x Number Entered = $ Fur Entry Fee: $ x Number Entered = $ Total Fee$
WSRBA Melody Stremkowski 5568 County Rd EE Amherst, WI 54406