{"id":5292,"date":"2019-11-08T19:25:36","date_gmt":"2019-11-08T23:25:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ovas.ca\/ovas\/?p=5292"},"modified":"2020-03-14T17:38:52","modified_gmt":"2020-03-14T21:38:52","slug":"2019-livestock-auction-november-25th","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ovas.ca\/ovas\/2019-livestock-auction-november-25th\/","title":{"rendered":"2019 LIVESTOCK AUCTION: NOVEMBER 25TH"},"content":{"rendered":"[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.22&#8243; custom_margin_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; custom_margin_phone=&#8221;0px||&#8221; custom_margin_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;22px|0px|12px|0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;|20px||20px||true&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;0px|0px|12px|0px|false|true&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;17.3906px|0px|7px|0px|false|false&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;3.27.4&#8243; text_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.9em&#8221; header_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; header_line_height=&#8221;1.3em&#8221; header_2_font=&#8221;|600|||||||&#8221; header_2_line_height=&#8221;1.7em&#8221; header_3_font=&#8221;|600|||||||&#8221; header_3_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; header_3_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; text_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; text_font_size_phone=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; text_line_height_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; text_line_height_phone=&#8221;1.8em&#8221; text_line_height_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; header_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; header_font_size_phone=&#8221;26px&#8221; header_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; header_2_font_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; header_2_font_phone=&#8221;&#8221; header_2_font_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; header_2_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; header_2_font_size_phone=&#8221;26px&#8221; header_2_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; header_3_line_height_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; header_3_line_height_phone=&#8221;1.4em&#8221; header_3_line_height_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221;]\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">Ottawa Valley Aquarium Society Plant &amp; Fish Livestock Auction<\/h1>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>November 25th<br \/> <span style=\"color: #0c71c3;\"><a style=\"color: #0c71c3;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Tom+Brown+Arena\/@45.4077483,-75.7227978,15z\/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x9d83f6d8bc08c723!8m2!3d45.4077483!4d-75.7227978\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tom Brown Arena<\/a><\/span><br \/> Bidding begins at 7:00 PM<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s that time again! Each November OVAS hosts an auction of fish and plants. This is an excellent opportunity to stock up your tanks. Or, if it&#8217;s time to prune back your plants and get rid of some overstock this is a great opportunity to make a few dollars, replenish the aquatic community and help out the club at the same time.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Call for volunteers<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Each year it is the volunteers who make our auctions happen. While the board members are involved in the planning and logistics of the event, it is our membership who steps up to make the auction a success. This year we are looking for Runners, Auctioneers, Cashiers, Recorders, and a Set-up &amp; Take-down crew.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;d like to volunteer, please post to <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/ovas.ca\/forum\/index.php?topic=62321.0\">THIS THREAD<\/a><\/strong> on the forum.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>What to expect at this year&#8217;s auction<\/h2>\n<p>Last year&#8217;s auction saw\u00a0plenty of Rotalas, Ludwigias, Crypts, Cichlids, Mollies, and shrimp; however, there were also some rarities such as Crystal Black Shrimp, Buchephalandra Arrogant Blue, and a Buchephalandra Black Mist. There were also several Ludwigia \u2018Super Reds\u2019 boasting spectacularly deep reds.<\/p>\n<p>For a full list of plants and fish sold at last years auction, including average prices, see <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/ovas.ca\/ovas\/archives\/2551\">THIS POST<\/a><\/strong> from the 2017 fish &amp; plant auction.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Information for Bidders<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>This is a CASH ONLY auction. There is no ATM on site, so be sure to have enough cash on hand. We&#8217;d suggest you bring a little extra as there tend to be some bargains that are just too good to pass up!<\/li>\n<li>We suggest you bring an insulated bag or styrofoam cooler for transporting your livestock home.<\/li>\n<li>It&#8217;s a good idea to arrive early so that you have a chance to inspect the preview tables and make note of the lots you are interested in bidding on.<\/li>\n<li>There is no attendance fee for the auction. Members and non-members alike are welcome to attend and participate.<\/li>\n<li>Refreshments and snacks will be available for sale.<\/li>\n<li>The auction begins at 7:00 PM sharp and ends when everything is sold &#8211; usually between 9:00 and 10:00 PM.<\/li>\n<li>All livestock is sold in as-is condition. We recommend you arrive early to inspect the lots before the auction begins at 7:00 PM.<\/li>\n<li>Once the auction begins, you will not have an opportunity to inspect the lots.<\/li>\n<li>Respect the auctioneer&#8217;s final call on all lots.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.22&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;13px||34.7812px||false|true&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;0px|19px|0px|19px|true|true&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true&#8221;][et_pb_row use_custom_gutter=&#8221;on&#8221; gutter_width=&#8221;1&#8243; make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;0px||0px||true&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;0px||0px||true&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;3.27.4&#8243;]\n<h4>2017 Livestock Auction Gallery<\/h4>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_gallery gallery_ids=&#8221;4639,4640,4641,4642&#8243; show_title_and_caption=&#8221;off&#8221; show_pagination=&#8221;off&#8221; zoom_icon_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; hover_overlay_color=&#8221;rgba(255,255,255,0.4)&#8221; hover_icon=&#8221;%%51%%&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.17.2&#8243;][\/et_pb_gallery][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.27.4&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;34.7812px|0px|23px|0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;16px||0px|19px|false&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;36px|0px|36px|0px|true|true&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;17.3906px|0px|0|0px|false|false&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;3.27.4&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.9em&#8221; header_2_font=&#8221;|600|||||||&#8221; header_2_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; header_2_font_size_phone=&#8221;26px&#8221; header_2_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; header_2_line_height_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; header_2_line_height_phone=&#8221;1.7em&#8221; header_2_line_height_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221;]\n<h2>Information for Consignors<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Bagging fish<\/h2>\n<p>Please take the time to bag and transport your fish properly to ensure their health en route to their new homes.<\/p>\n<p><b>Please read and follow <a href=\"http:\/\/ovas.ca\/ovas\/auctions\/bagging-fish\">THESE<\/a> guidelines regarding how to properly bag fish for the auction.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Registration<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>There is no online pre-registration available.<\/li>\n<li>Please download a registration form <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/ovas.ca\/ovas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/LIVESTOCK-AUCTION-FORM-2018.pdf\">HERE<\/a><\/strong>, print, complete, and bring it with you to the registration counter.<\/li>\n<li>We have access to the arena at 6:00 PM &#8211; get there early to ensure your lots are registered and get to the viewing tables in time for bidders to preview your items.<\/li>\n<li>The auction begins at 7:00 PM sharp and ends when the last lot is sold.<\/li>\n<li>Unsold lots are the responsibility of the consignor.<\/li>\n<li>There is a registration cost of $1\/lot for members and $2\/lot for non-members. There is no charge for donations (sale proceeds go to the club)<\/li>\n<li>Minimum bid for all items will be $2.<\/li>\n<li>There is a limit of 3 lots of the same species\/consignor; however, some exceptions can be made depending on the item. Contact <a href=\"mailto:%20president@ovas.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CHARLIE<\/a> if you&#8217;d like to be considered for an exemption.<\/li>\n<li>There is a limit of 100 lots\/consignor. Please contact <a href=\"mailto:%20president@ovas.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CHARLIE<\/a> for exceptions.<\/li>\n<li>All bags must be correctly labelled. You can purchase labels at the dollar store or use masking tape. Please print in large clear lettering so our auctioneers can call you lot easily.<\/li>\n<li>Please label plants like this:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;0|0px|17.3906px|0px|false|false&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;3.27.4&#8243;]<strong>LABEL FIELDS<\/strong><br \/>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;3.27.4&#8243; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;padding: 10px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;2px&#8221;]COMMON NAME<\/p>\n<p>LATIN NAME<\/p>\n<p>COMMENTS<\/p>\n<p>RESERVE BID (if applicable)<\/p>\n[leave a blank line for seller&#8217;s code]\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;3.27.4&#8243;]<strong>COMPETED SAMPLE<\/strong><br \/>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;3.27.4&#8243; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;padding: 10px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;2px&#8221;]AMAZON SWORD<\/p>\n<p>ECHINODORUS BLEHERI<\/p>\n<p>MEDIUM LIGHT, NO CO2<\/p>\n<p>$4 RESERVE<\/p>\n[leave a blank line for seller&#8217;s code]\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;17.3906px|0px|0|0px|false|false&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;3.27.4&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.9em&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||0px&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||0px&#8221; header_2_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; header_2_font_size_phone=&#8221;&#8221; header_2_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; header_2_line_height_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; header_2_line_height_phone=&#8221;1.7em&#8221; header_2_line_height_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221;]&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Please label fish like this:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;0|0px|17.3906px|0px|false|false&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;3.27.4&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||&#8221;]<strong>LABEL FIELDS<\/strong><br \/>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;3.27.4&#8243; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;padding: 10px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;2px&#8221;]COMMON NAME &amp; QUANTITY<\/p>\n<p>LATIN NAME<\/p>\n<p>COMMENTS<\/p>\n<p>RESERVE BID (if applicable)<\/p>\n[leave a blank line for seller&#8217;s code]\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;3.27.4&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||&#8221;]<strong>COMPLETED SAMPLE<\/strong><br \/>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;3.27.4&#8243; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;padding: 10px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;2px&#8221;]SILVER ANGELFISH X 3<\/p>\n<p>PTEROPHYLLUM SCALARE<\/p>\n<p>6 MOS. OLD, F2 GEN, BREEDING PAIR<\/p>\n<p>NO RESERVE<\/p>\n[leave a blank line for seller&#8217;s code]\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;3.27.4&#8243; text_font=&#8221;|700|||||||&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#e02b20&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;17px&#8221;]SPREAD THE WORD. SHARE THIS POST!<\/p>\n[mashshare]\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.22&#8243; background_color=&#8221;#1b5bb3&#8243; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;|0px||0px||true&#8221;][et_pb_row use_custom_gutter=&#8221;on&#8221; gutter_width=&#8221;1&#8243; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; module_class=&#8221; et_pb_row_fullwidth&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; width_tablet=&#8221;100%&#8221; width_phone=&#8221;&#8221; width_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_tablet=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_phone=&#8221;&#8221; max_width_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|15px||15px||true&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;|12px||12px||true&#8221; make_fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;3.27.4&#8243; text_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; header_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; header_3_font=&#8221;|700||on|||||&#8221; header_3_text_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221;]\n<h3>3 Reasons to become an ovas member<\/h3>\n<p>If you haven&#8217;t purchased a membership yet, here are 3 reasons why it&#8217;s worth doing!<br \/>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row use_custom_gutter=&#8221;on&#8221; gutter_width=&#8221;1&#8243; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; module_class=&#8221; et_pb_row_fullwidth&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; width_tablet=&#8221;100%&#8221; width_phone=&#8221;&#8221; width_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_tablet=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_phone=&#8221;&#8221; max_width_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|15px||15px||true&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;|11px||11px||true&#8221; make_fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Reason Number ONE&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#183954&#8243; closed_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#183954&#8243; icon_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.17.2&#8243; title_text_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; title_font=&#8221;|700|||||||&#8221; body_font=&#8221;|600|||||||&#8221; body_text_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221;]OVAS meetings are a great place to meet and socialize with other hobbyists, to compare notes, trade plants and fish, and to learn something new. OVAS members are a fine group of people who are happy to share their knowledge and experience. Whether you are new to the hobby or a seasoned expert, you will always find friendly faces who are more than happy to answer questions or help solve a problem. Our members include saltwater and freshwater enthusiasts, and we also have an ever-growing number of plantaholics on board!<br \/>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Reason Number TWO&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#183954&#8243; closed_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#183954&#8243; icon_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.17.2&#8243; title_text_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; title_font=&#8221;|700|||||||&#8221; body_font=&#8221;|600|||||||&#8221; body_text_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221;]You don\u2019t need to be a member to attend meetings and events but you should consider joining anyway. Membership dues are what make auctions, speakers, seminars, meetings, etc., possible. Dues are only $20\/year. OVAS also supports and encourages the hobby in various ways. Most recently, we have begun encouraging young people to enjoy the hobby through\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/ovas.ca\/ovas\/archives\/2295\">classroom tank donations<\/a>\u00a0made possible through membership dues and OVAS sponsors.<br \/>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Reason Number THREE&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#183954&#8243; closed_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#183954&#8243; icon_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.17.2&#8243; title_text_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; title_font=&#8221;|700|||||||&#8221; body_font=&#8221;|600|||||||&#8221; body_text_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221;]Members enjoy a\u00a0<strong>10% DISCOUNT<\/strong>\u00a0at\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/bigals.ca\/store-locations\/ottawa-east\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Big Al\u2019s<\/a>\u00a0(East),\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.critterjungle.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Critter Jungle<\/a>\u00a0(West),\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/lanicheetmoi.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">La Niche &amp; Moi<\/a>\u00a0(Gatineau), and at\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pondsandaquaria.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ponds &amp; Aquaria<\/a>\u00a0(Kinburn). 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Membership is open to anyone with an interest in home aquariums and provides many benefits such as discounts at local retailers, easy access to the aquarium community, attend events, and more! The club meets at least once a month at Tom Brown arena from September through to May and maintains the\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ovas.ca\/\">ovas.ca<\/a>\u00a0website and online forum. <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2734 alignleft size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/ovas.ca\/ovas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/caoaclogo.png\" alt=\"canadian association of aquarium clubs\" width=\"75\" height=\"60\" \/> OVAS is a member of the Canadian Association of Aquarium Clubs.<br \/>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ottawa Valley Aquarium Society Plant &amp; Fish Livestock Auction November 25th Tom Brown Arena Bidding begins at 7:00 PM &nbsp; It&#8217;s that time again! 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