4H/FFA Rabbit and Cavy Workshop March 9 at county fairgrounds in Colfax

The annual 4H and FFA rabbit and cavy workshop will be from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 9 at the Jasper County Fairgrounds in Colfax. Speakers will discuss rabbit and cavy breeds and health. Youth are encouraged to bring their rabbits and cavies to be evaluated and to show them in a “practice” show. Rabbit tattooing and cavy tagging will be available. Rabbits and cavies may be for sale. Youth can build a carrier by reserving supplies for a cost at Wolferabbit3@mediacombb.net or by calling 515-556-5026. There is no need to register.

There is no cost to attend (except for those youth who purchase rabbits or cavies and/or build a carrier and/or purchase rabbit or cavy equipment). Youth will receive tickets for drawings for rabbit and cavy supplies. Each family will receive a free packet of 4H/FFA rabbit and cavy information.

This is a “national” workshop and youth from Iowa and other states are encouraged to attend even if they are not enrolled in 4H or FFA. This workshop is sponsored by Iowa State Rabbit Breeders.

Contact Jack McGrann at 641- 895-9729, Ginny Wolfe at 515-556-5026 or Lynne Rechterman at 563-260-5295 with questions.