Maryland Orchid Society

Welcome

The Maryland Orchid Society meets the third Thursday of the month beginning at 7 p.m. See the Meetings page for a full timetable.

Inclement Weather Policy:

If a snow emergency is declared or in effect in either Baltimore City or Baltimore County as of noon or later on the day of our meeting, the scheduled meeting will be cancelled. Snow emergencies lifted before noon will not cancel a meeting. Refer to the Maryland Coordinated Highway Action Response Team (CHART) website for the latest snow emergency information.
We will distribute an email message to members confirming a cancellation as soon as it is known. Information may also be posted on the MOS website.

The next MOS board meeting will be Thursday, January 26, 2012 at Sarah's - thanks Sarah - (7:30 p.m. -- food at 6:30 p.m.) Please RSVP if you plan to attend.

Last month's and previous newsletters is available in PDF (acrobat) format (about 1 megabyte) online. CLICK HERE! You should receive a link to the current newsletter in your email if you are a paid up member.

The Maryland Orchid Society Calendar is Online (just a click away)!

Complete Maryland Orchid Society
2011 Show and Sale Results

Thursday, January 19, 2012, 7 p.m. -- Dr. Robert Griesback to speak on the Arts and Crafts of Orchid Propagation

Robert Griesbach, January 19, 2012 Maryland Orchid Society

     In January we’re bringing back Dr. Robert Griesback to speak on the Arts and Crafts of Orchid Propagation. It’s been nine years since Rob has presented to our society and we’re happy to correct that oversight.
     Rob Griesbach earned a Ph.D. in genetics from Michigan State University in 1980. The following year, he joined USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (USDA-ARS). Rob conducted a broad based research program in the plant genetics. He authored 106 scientific papers, as well as, presented over 500 scientific seminars and popular talks. Rob currently is the Deputy Assistant Administrator for Technology Transfer. In this role, he helps to coordinates programs to optimize the transfer of research results across USDA-ARS to the private sector and other users for development and commercialization. Rob is a Past President of the American Orchid Society. He is currently an accredited AOS judge, member of the AOS Research Committee, and member of the RHS Orchid Registration Authority Committee.

     [Webmaster's note: I have known Rob Griesbach since we met at an orchid meeting in 1981. Over the years, my respect for his knowledge and wisdom has continually increased. Not only is Rob an outstanding scientist, but he is an exciting and engaging speaker. This will be a truly not-to-miss program!]

Maryland Orchid Society Membership Flyer The MOS brings together people interested in orchids to promote and encourage orchid culture, preservation, education propagation, hybridization, and all other orchid-related activities of interest to its members. Benefits of membership include a subscription to the Newsletter (email and web), voting rights, borrowing privileges from the MOS Library, monthly guest speakers, local judging, valuable door prizes, and much, much, more!

Click here to download a copy of the Maryland Orchid Society Membership Flyer, a beautiful full color poster to place wherever there are people needing the benefits of our fellowship!

If you are interested in orchid culture and would like to meet others with similar interests, we cordially invite you to join the ranks of Marylanders already enjoying the benefits of membership in the Maryland Orchid Society.

To join, mail an application form.

We invite articles, notices, etc. for inclusion in our monthly newsletter, deadline for inclusion is first Sunday of the month.

The official MOS official address is P.O. Box 5651, Baltimore, Maryland 21210

The Missions Statement of The Maryland Orchid Society

Mission Statement of the Maryland Orchid Society

The Maryland Orchid Society Officers 2010 - 2011:

     President -- Mr. William Scharf
     Vice President -- Dr. Eric Wiles, DVM
     Treasurer -- Ms. Patricia Kelt
     Controller -- Ms. Mary Chiu
     Secretary -- Ms. Sarah Spence
     Director -- Ms. Laura Sobelman
     Director -- Ms. Joan Roderick

The vitality of our society is a direct result of the efforts of all our members. Volunteer, sign up, participate!