accepted.

Please note that every participant will have

an hour break along with a lunch break
Lunches will be $8.50 for a buffet
during the day.
style lunch. Please do not send
money for lunches. These can only There may be opportunities to add a class
during those breaks that day.
be purchased at registration.
There will also be an auction and skillathon
The only rabbits allowed are those for all age groups (including over the hill)
needed for class. No hay or straw
bedding is permitted. Sale rabbits
Schedule
are not permitted.
9 a.m.- 4 p.m. CLASS
This school will be limited to
11 a.m - 2 p.m. LUNCH PERIODS
180 participants.
Registration deadline is Feb. 8
WCRC School Co-Chairs
unless classes are filled before
Michelle Forry 814-521-9320
that date.
Marianne Schultheis 724-875-3838
Late submissions will not be
Dr. Rob Michalow
TIME: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
COST: $5 per person

How to get there

St. Vincent College 300 Fraser Purchase Road (Just off Rt.
30 at Saint Vincent Drive) Latrobe, PA 15650-2690

From Pittsburgh, Ohio and points west: Take the Pennsylvania Turnpike, I-76 east, to exit 67 (old exit 7) Irwin/North
Huntingdon, bear right at the exit ramp and take U.S. Route
30 East 15 miles. At the stop light at Saint Vincent Drive,
turn left onto Fraser Purchase Road (unmarked) and go 1/2
mile to campus entrance sign, turn left onto campus. Stop
at the Entrance Booth for parking information and further
direction.
From Harrisburg, Philadelphia, New Jersey and points
east: Take the Pennsylvania Turnpike, I-76 West, to exit 91
(old exit 9) Donegal, take Pennsylvania Route 711 North to
junction with U.S. Route 30 in Ligonier, take Route 30 West
eight miles to the stop light at Saint Vincent Drive, turn right
onto Fraser Purchase Road (unmarked) and go 1/2 mile to
campus entrance sign, turn left onto campus. Stop at the
Entrance Booth for parking information and further direction.

From Erie, Buffalo and points north: Take Interstate 79

south to its junction with I-76, the Pennsylvania Turnpike,
at gate 28 (old gate 3) Cranberry/Perry Highway. Take I-76
east to exit 67 (old exit 7) Irwin/North Huntingdon, bear right
at the exit ramp and take U.S. Route 30 East 15 miles. At
the stop light at Saint Vincent Drive, turn left onto Fraser
Purchase Road (unmarked) and go 1/2 mile to campus
entrancesign, turn left onto campus. Stop at the entrance
Booth for parking information and further direction.
From Baltimore, Washington and points south: Take
Interstate 70 west to its junction with I-76, the Pennsylvania
Turnpike, at gate 161 (old gate 12) Breezewood, proceed
on I-76 west to exit 91 (old exit 9) Donegal, take Pennsylvania Route 711 North to its junction with U.S. Route 30 in
Ligonier, take Route 30 West eight miles to the stop light at
Saint Vincent Drive, turn right onto Fraser Purchase Road
(unmarked) and go 1/2 mile to campus entrance sign, turn
left onto campus. Stop at the Entrance Booth for parking
information and further direction

Breed Hard, Cull Harder

Breeder Dan Saunier
Knowing what to keep and what to cull is
important to improving any rabbitry. Dan will
share his knowledge to help breeders decide
which rabbits to keep and which to cull.
Compact Breeds
ARBA Judge and District 9 Director RuthAnn Bell
Not all compact breeds are created equal.
Ruth-Ann will demonstrate how to pose and
evaluate the different compact type breeds.
Commercial Type Breeds
ARBA Judge and District 9 Director RuthAnn Bell
Ruth-Ann show participants how to pose and
evaluate commercial type rabbits. Whether
you show commercial type rabbits or want to
learn more this class is for you.
Breed ID Contests
Caleb and Issac Bell
This class will discuss tips for learning how
to identify breeds, varieties and showroom
classifications. It will also pointers and tips for
studying and competing in breed ID competitions.
Judging Contests
Jacob Bell and Madi Shaw
Judging contests can be intimidating. Jacob
and Madi will talk about how to prepare and
compete in these competitions.
Understanding Angoras
Madi Shaw
Madi will be teaching students about clipping
and grooming Angora rabbits. She will also
talk about the four Angora breeds and their
characteristics and the uses of the wool.
Rabbit Show Vocabulary 101
Lori Jo Whitehaus
Youre ready to show your rabbits but the terminology is overwhelming. Lets learn some
key phrases in Show Talk so you can communicate with the writers, judges, breeders and
other exhibitors. All rabbits are not named
BOB and you can still show your rabbit is the
breed is not sanctioned. Learn more about
Show Talk with Lori Jo Whitehaus, 4-H leader
and Show Secretary.
Genetics
Lori Jo Whitehaus
Learn how the buck and doe contribute to the
characteristics of the kits, why strange characteristics sometimes show up from nowhere, and
how to predict what the offspring will look like.
Record Keeping
Michelle Crise
Record keeping. There are many ways to keep
records, paper or electronic. As well as many

The Classes

many things to track. Information on each

of your rabbits or breeds can be very helpful
in different ways to breeders or pet owners.
Hopefulky in this class we can address different things to keep track of, in an efficient
way for storage and use. We will talk about
different programs for computers, files you
can make yourself, paper copies, and filing
techniques. Last but not least, we will also talk
about data stored on the rabbit itself - tattoos.
We also plan to have a synthetic skin there to
demonstrate tattoo pens.
Quality Animal Management
4-H Leaders Tina Danser And Pam Turner
Daily observation of your small animal is
critical to their care. Youth will have an understanding of the specific needs of their small
animal to assure the animals comfort and
well-being. All 4-H animal science youth are
required to participate in annual training. Join
us for exciting hands-on learning activities!
This class will take two class periods.
Showmanship
Novice Jacob Bell/Becky Forney
Advanced Becky Forney
Novice will review the basics and teach young
people how to do showmanship. Advanced
will show you how to separate yourself from
the rest of the class and win.
Introductory Rabbit Hopping
Francesca Reilly - Loudon County 4-H Club
This class will give you an introduction to
what rabbit hopping is. You will learn the
basics of hopping, history, rules, and classes.
Intermediate Rabbit Hopping
Francesca Reilly - Loudon County 4-H Club
Hands on bring your rabbit this class is for
people who have already taken Introductory
Rabbit hopping or already know the basics
of rabbit hopping. You will learn how to train
your rabbit in the straight course.
Advanced Rabbit Hopping
Francesca Reilly - Loudon County 4-H Club
Hands on bring your rabbit this class is
for people who have already taken Intermediate Rabbit hopping or already know the
basics of the straight course. You will learn
how to train your rabbit in classes other than
the straight course such as team relay, dual
hopping, crooked course, and high jump. If
you would like to purchase a regulation leash
and harness please contact Francesca Reilly
at born2sing202@gamil.com by Feb. 21.
Reproduction and Embryology
Gerry Vaerewyck
Understanding reproductive cycles, timing
and fetus development is important for any
breeder. We will discuss the reproductive
anatomy of rabbits and guinea pigs and will
study preserved rabbit, cavy and chicken

embryos at different stages to understand the

development.
Illustrated Rabbit Bowl
ARBA Judge Pam Nock
A fun rabbit knowledge game for all age
and experience levels! Features questions on
breeds, ailments, fur, terminology, management, and genetics.
Introduction to Cavies
PASRBA Youth
Need to learn about cavies? Running for
royalty? Getting a pet? Or just interested? This
beginners course is intended to give a general
overview of cavies as pets, show animals and
buddies including care, handling, grooming
and breed show standards.
How to cook a rabbit
Chef Tom Nash
Chef Tom is going to demonstrate a gourmet
rabbit recipe, how to break down a rabbit and
other cooking tips.
Introductory Necropsy
Gerry Vaerewyck
This Class Requires Students To Cut Open A
Rabbit To Perform A Necropsy.
Control of disease is of crucial importance
in any rabbitry or caviary. Examination and
dissection of a deceased animal can determine the cause of death in many cases. Learn
why necropsies are important, how to do one
safely, learn about major structures and what
to look for, then we will dissect a rabbit and a
cavy, identify major organs and systems and
discuss common diseases and their post mortem presentation. Persons allergic to latex or
formaldehydes should not take this class. This
class is limited to 20 people.
Basic Handling
Breeder Michelle Crise with PASBRA Youth
Handling your bun properly is important to
not only your safety, but theirs as well. By
implementing some of the tips and tricks
learned here, interacting with your rabbit will
be essier on them, you, and any others also
having to pick them up (i.e. judges). While
you can interact without picking them up,
you cant address getting them out of cages,
clipping nails, tattooing, showmanship, or
showing. Together we can get you on the right
track to holding and flipping your big or small
bun. Do note: each rabbit has a personality of
their own and some may need more practice
than others. Please bring a rabbit.
Rabbit D iseases I llustrated
ARBA J udge P am N ock
This class features a power point presentation of rabbit ailments. Warning some
photos are graphic

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Registration Form

Please number the classes you would like to take, with 1 being your first choice. Forms will be entered as they are received. We will attempt to get you as many classes as we can fit in your schedule, but please keep in mind that you will
have some down time between classes. The cost is $5 for the entire day. Please do not send money for lunch.
Send registration form to:
Michelle Forry
601 Division Street
Berlin, Pa 15530
Registration deadline is Feb. 8 unless
classes are filled before that date.
Late submissions will not be accepted.

To pay online send your form to

mlganassi@yahoo.com. There will be a .50 cent
online convenience fee per entry Once your registration is received you will receive an invoice.
Your registration will be considered received
once payment is received.
Parents of young children are asked to remain on campus.
The medical form must accompany the registration form

Please fill one form for each Rabbit School attendee. Anyone who will be sitting in a class needs to fill out a form.
Name ___________________________________________________________________________________________________
Address ___________________________________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number ____________________________________ E-Mail ___________________________________________
Age _________ Name of emergency contact remaining on campus __________________________________________________
I am considering purchasing a lunch at the school ____Yes ____No
Class Choices please number starting with 1. While you should be able to take 5 classes please number more than that.

Breed Hard, Cull Harder___________

Advanced Showmanship___________

Compact Breeds___________

Introductory Rabbit Hopping ___________

Commercial Type Breeds___________

Understanding Angoras___________
Breed ID Contests___________

Intermediate Rabbit Hopping___________

Advanced Rabbit Hopping ___________

Judging Contests___________

Reproduction and Embryology___________

Rabbit D iseases I llustrated___________

Illustrated Rabbit Bowl ___________

Show Writing Terms___________

Genetics___________
Record Keeping___________

Introduction to Cavies___________
How to cook a rabbit___________

Quality Animal Management___________

Introductory Necropsy___________

Novice Showmanship___________

Basic Handling___________

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