[OGD] Leo and the AOS

2007-02-06 Thread Jean Allen-Ikeson
Dear Leo: I think a lot of us feel somewhat abandoned by the AOS. There are still some good programs such as judging and sanctioning of shows and the magazine is certainly not a total loss. However, I think many long time growers feel a bit like the VICTIMS OF ADULTERY. Here they (we) have

[OGD] Orchid Digest

2007-02-06 Thread Jay Pfahl
Dear OGD's hand them the subscription info for Orchid Digest. Do you have it? I would like to get it. Jay Pfahl -- ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) orchids@orchidguide.com http://orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids_orchidguide.com

[OGD] AOS decline

2007-02-06 Thread mervall
Leo sums it up very well. AOS is completely interested in the beginner. Only keep membership out of habit, as I said they offer nothing to me. Merv Check out the new AOL. Most comprehensive set of free safety and

[OGD] seized (Thailand / Malaysia)

2007-02-06 Thread viateur . boutot
attempt to smuggle RM10,000 worth of orchid plants... into the country [Malaysia] was foiled... at the border entrance of Bukit Kayu Hitam. ... at 11pm on Sunday. ... the orchid... found stashed in six wooden crates within a container on a lorry carrying vegetables. ... 309 orchid plants, 620

Re: [OGD] Orchid Digest

2007-02-06 Thread Thomas Hillson
If anyone is interested in getting the Orchid Digest go to their web site. http://www.orchiddigest.com/ They have a nice online form to subscribe. I have been a member since the early 70's. Through all its changes it has remained a great Orchid Magazine. If only the AOS would look at them

[OGD] Catasetum grown in Brasil / ID ?

2007-02-06 Thread viateur . boutot
Dear OGDers, A friend living in Tres Lagoas, Mato Grosso do Sul, sent me photos of this catasetum : http://www.chez.com/chezviateur//Catasetum_sp.htm http://www.chez.com/chezviateur/P1040058.jpg http://www.chez.com/chezviateur/P1040055.jpg do you know which species it is ? Thanks in advance

[OGD] AOS

2007-02-06 Thread Bill Bergstrom
Sorry folks..I have been with the AOS for 32 years..and while I see some changes..none are as bad as I am hearing..I go back there and talk with them from time to time..I have not always loved some of the magazine editors..names withheld..but lately I am in constant touch with Lee and have

[OGD] Orchid Digest

2007-02-06 Thread BevTall
The Orchid Digest is a wonderful in-depth magazine with great articles and incredible pictures. Go to www.orchiddigest.org to subscribe. You can also buy back issues. Bev ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) orchids@orchidguide.com

[OGD] Osmometer

2007-02-06 Thread Aaron J. Hicks
Just a shot in the dark, but at least it's orchid related. I am in need of a working osmometer, one that measures by either vapor pressure or freezing point depression. I have a freezing point depression osmometer, but it's a wee bit on the old side and I'm not sure I trust

[OGD] Need Greenhouse shading advise

2007-02-06 Thread Bromeliad Queen
Hi everyone, I use a Four Seasons sunroom as a greenhouse. The glass is clear and during the summer I use about 55 % shade cloth. It is getting very hot during the summer and in addition some of the plants still burn near the glass. The orchids I have to grow on the floor. I like to