Northern Ohio American Singer Club - Chapter 32

Welcome to the Northern Ohio American Singer Club Chapter 32 of the American Singer Club, Inc.  We are an organization of diverse individuals who share a common interest... canaries.  The particular breed that is at the center of that interest is the American Singer, a breed of song canary. 

We are based in northern Ohio, with our nucleus slightly West of the Cleveland area, we are pleased to have members from all over Ohio, and parts of Illinois and New York.

Show Information For 2009

 October 10, 2009

JUDGE:

Jeanne Pieper from Maryland.

Labor's Union Hall (Local #480):

1205 W. Perkins Avenue

Sandusky OH 44870

Driving directions:

Take State Rte. 4 north off of either the Ohio Turnpike or State Rte. 2. Turn left (west) on to Perkins Avenue. The Union Hall is on your right (approx. three buildings after making that turn; located on the norht side of Perkins Avenue.

Lodging:

Almost any hotel/motel you desire is located in Sandusky due to Cedar Point Amusement Park. Reserve accomodations early due to Cedar Point and tourism still being in season.

Entry Fee:

$3.00 per male singer; no limit. There will also be hen judging.

Benching:

Friday, October 9, 2009 5:00 to 9:00 pm ONLY.

Judging Starts:

On Saturday 7:00-8:00 am (at the discretion of the judge).

Check Out:

Saturday immediately following the awards ceremony.

Contact:

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Roger Stroman at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it OR call Roger Stroman at (440) 315-4501 (cell).

*General Public ALWAYS welcome*

Our Mission

Our goals include increasing fancier interest and promoting public awareness of the American Singer Canary. 

We.......

• actively recruit prospective American Singer Canary Breeders
• freely share all information of merit with all American Singer Canary breeders
• assist the beginner in obtaining stock, canary management problems, training, showing, etc.
• support American Singer Shows
• adhere to the founding principles and goals of the originators of the American Singer Canary
• assist and train individual members to become judges
• encourage breeding research and other research in relation to canary song and its inheritance factor
• publish American Singer literature whenever possible
• support and obey the rules and regulations of the American Singer Club, Inc. as put forth in its constitution

Membership

Membership is open to any person interested in American Singer Canaries.  The payment of annual dues is the only requirement for membership in good standing, though members are encouraged to attend meetings and be involved in club activities, including the annual song competition hosted by our club.

We hold meetings every other month, except during show season when we meet more frequently.  Meetings are often held at the homes of club members so that they can share their birdroom setup and ideas with the group.  Members are encouraged to share their birdroom concerns and experiences.

Full members of Chapter 32 are also members of the American Singers Club, Inc, and are eligible to hold office, vote, and can receive all chapter awards. 

Associate members of Chapter 32 are not required to be members of American Singers Club, Inc., but cannot hold office, vote, or nominate individuals for positions.  Associate members have access to all club resources.