October 28 – Meeting

A fish-friendly reminder from the Ottawa Valley Aquarium Society…

We have a haunting presentation brewing for Monday night that will heighten your senses to creepy and crawly things!

 

Presentation

(Exo)skeletons are Spooky, Right?: Fun with Vampire Crabs [Alyssa Gonzalez]

Hot on the heels of last month’s talks about adding houseplants and aquaponics to the aquarium experience, Alyssa Gonzalez will be giving us a tour of the life history, husbandry, and general delights of vampire crabs, a recent addition to the pet trade that is getting a lot of attention lately. Alyssa promises to bring her characteristic thoroughness and humour. Hallowe’en costumes are optional!

 

Program

We have secured some great speakers for the remainder of the season. Please stay tuned to our socials for these announcements.

 

There will be some tricks or treats (prizes)!
Members are encouraged to set up vendor tables, so bring some cash if looking to shop.
OVAS may have fish bags available for purchase: 25 for $3 / 50 for $5.

 

Meeting Location

Monday, October 28 2024
7:00pm
J.A. Dulude Arena
941 Clyde Avenue, Ottawa, ON
(It is near the former Canadian Tire building on Carling Ave.)

 

Dates to remember

Monday, November 25th 2024 – Fish and Plant Mini Auction

Monday, January 27th 2025 – Meeting

Monday, February 24th 2025 – Meeting

Saturday, March 22nd 2025 – Giant Auction at Woodroffe United Church

Monday, March 24th 2025 – Meeting

Monday, April 28th, 2025 – Meeting

Monday, May 26th 2025 – Meeting

 

OVAS memberships can be renewed for the 2024-2025 season at monthly meetings or online (PayPal). Current memberships will expire on September 30, 2024.

This is a FREE event sponsored by the Ottawa Valley Aquarium Society. Anyone with an interest in aquariums and related hobbies is welcome to attend. OVAS presentations are a great place to meet other aquarium hobbyists, exchange ideas and learn more about fish and aquatic plant keeping.

 

Sponsor discounts for members:

Ponds & Aquaria 

* 10% discount for aquarium-related goods and livestock. Please see the sponsor for restrictions.

 

Happy fish-keeping!