The meeting begins at 1pm with Grower Tips, where OOS members address a specific orchid growing challenge, e.g. a specific pest, repotting, mounting, humidity, or fertilization, and answer questions from the audience. Come with questions, and they’ll provide answers! The Business Meeting will follow at 1:20–1:50pm; Program Presentation at 2–3pm; and Show Table, Auction, and Raffle at 3–3:30pm. Follow CDC guidelines with respect to COVID-19 precautions.

Program Presentation

Eric Sauer of River Valley Orchids of Ohio will be joining us in person to present on Brassia orchids.

Brief Biography

Eric Sauer has been growing orchids for over 30 years and specializes in South American Species.  He has spoken internationally and across the United States. 

Eric recently had a culture chapter published with Guido Braem in his book on Paphiopedilums and his book on Phragmipediums.  He also has several of his Maxillaria photos published in Eric Christenson’s book on Maxillaria.   

Eric has received over 85 awards from the American Orchid Society and has three orchids named after him including two species from Ecuador.  He regularly works with other Maxillaria aficionados around the world to better understand the genus.

Eric’s real job is as a registered landscape architect and is the planning manager for Five Rivers MetroParks in Dayton, Ohio.