We're members of the St. Catharines & Area Aquarium Society (SCAAS) where Pat held the position of Editor of The SCAT newsletter for 9 1/2 years. Perhaps the most famous issue was the colour edition from April 1998 because we had 500 copies and we could afford to spread them around. Whenever possible, Pat added a bit of colour to The SCAT just to emphasize the part it plays in our beautiful hobby. The June 2000 edition was her last. The editorship has now passed to Dave Unruh. We wish him continued success in this venture.
December
This year's CAOAC Convention was held, once again, at Fanshawe College in London, Ontario. -- Canadian Association of Aquarium Clubs A great time was had by all.
Next year -- (2008) -- Edmonton Alberta!
Our December meeting was held on Monday, December 3rd, 2007, at our regular meeting place, the Teamster's Union Hall, 70 St. David's St. in Thorold (map) at 7:30 p.m.
Our program for December featured a presentation on killifish with commentary by Charlie Grimes. We acquired this program from FAAS, (Federation of American Aquarium Societies). Killies are so fascinating that many tropical fish hobbyists wind up specializing in them to the exclusion of all others. This, in spite of the fact that only a few of the more common varieties ever wind up in local pet stores. The pictures in this program provided some clues as to why these fish are so special.
There are other important reasons for coming out. There was to be a jar show this month featuring Swords, Platys and Mollies as Fish Of the Month but no entries. There was a door prize for those who signed in and wore their name tags. We had a special 'penny' raffle for our members but no mini-auction. Refreshments were available (free) and there was good fellowship and great chances to 'talk fish'. Our library was available this month. All those interested in tropical fish were most welcome. It was a pleasure to see you there.
S.C.A.A.S. now has an official club web site, created and maintained by Roman Haljkevic. Why not pay it a visit!
If you would like to join the St. Catharines & Area Aquarium Society you can obtain a membership form and instructions here.
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This year's SCAAS picnic was held on Saturday, July 21st, once again at the home of Dave Unruh, 16 Grapeview Dr., St. Catharines. The BBQ was fired up at 3:00 and a great time was had by all. |
Upcoming and already happened Fishy Events:
Watch this space for more information on coming fishy events.
 A BIG thank you to all who attended and supported our Auction - Oct. 21, 2006. |
If you care to visit a very interesting fish site, try The Minnesota Aquarium Society Aquazine.
| This site will change to reflect what's happening in our hobby and what's going on at the St. Catharines club. We hope
some of it will be useful or, at least, interesting. We'll feature
more fish pictures and interesting aquatic information in the future. In
the meantime keep your fish wet and warm and don't forget to take pictures.
To find out about lots of other excellent Tropical Fish Clubs and upcoming events click on CAOAC 'Canadian Association of Aquarium Clubs' and/or FAAS 'Federation of American Aquarium Societies'.
The Calgary Aquarium Society has a site still well worth a visit by those who love fish. |
An article from 'The Scat' - April '98 issue - on Breeding Sturisoma An article from 'The Scat' - May '98 issue - on Breeding Whiptails (Rineloricaria) An article from 'The Scat' - September '98 issue - on Breeding Alfaro huberi (livebearers)From 'The Scat' - November '98 issue
Yet Another Photo Op! pictures from our show. An article from 'The Scat' - January '99 issue - on Breeding Ember Barbs An article from 'The Scat' - February '99 issue - on Breeding Chapalichthys pardalisAn article on breeding Discus from 'The Scat' - April '99 issue - Our Fascination with DiscusAn article on breeding Apistogramma steindachneri from 'The Scat' - June '99 issue - Our First ApistoAn article on Anableps anableps from 'The Scat' - Oct '99 issue - Anableps anableps Part IAn article on Anableps anableps from 'The Scat' - Nov '99 issue - Anableps anableps Part IIAn article on Anableps anableps from 'The Scat' - Dec '99 issue - Anableps anableps Part IIIAn article on Anableps anableps from 'The Scat' - Jan '00 issue - Anableps anableps Part IVAn article on Farlowella acus from 'The Scat' - Mar '00 issue - Stick Cats - Farlowella acusAn article on Labidochromis caeruleus & Melanochromis chipokae from 'The Scat' - Nov '00 issue - Two Easy MalawiansAn article on breeding the Bumblebee Goby from 'The Scat' - Mar '01 issue - Bee Keeping
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