Abstract
A new program was added to this year's convention, AFA4Kidz. The program is designed to introduce future generations to the fun and enjoyment ofbirds. Kids ages 6-14 learned about birds, shared what they knew, and participated in a fun environment. Adults who participated agreed it was a fun too. Of course the big magic was when the birds joined the group to the delight of all.
THANK YOU TO OUR ADULT HELPERS Andrew Cook, Washington State coordinator Ginny Heptig, Central Florida state coordinator
Terri Jones, New Jersey state coordinator
PEOPLE WHO DONATED PRIZES
Julie Corwin, NW regional director, youth program chairwoman
Jason Crean, Mideastern regional director Fred Smith, Florida and Puerto Rico regional
director
Jamie Whittaker, AFA 1st vice [resident Adriane Mock, AFA member
Carol Woodson, membership/regional director Ginny Heptig, Central Forida state coordinator Sharing Our Hearts
Lory League
ZuPreem
ABC Pets
Beth Greeenberg
THE SURPRISE GUEST BIRDS Mouse bird
Finches
Great-billed Parrot
Lineolated Parakeet
African Grey babies
Edectus Parrot baby
Indian Ringnecks
Blue Yellow-nape Amazon mutation
The baby Edectus Parrot was a female and the timing was perfect when she came in because
we had just talked about what is meant by "dimorphic."
Look for this program at future conventions. If you have any questions or comments, please send an e-mail to afa4kidz@yahoo.com