Carson has four major and one minor slide presentations which he gives at various orchid, garden, rock garden, and other society meetings. They are also good as keynotes for regional meetings. Some "tailoring" can be done for the meeting involved.
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Presentations Available
by Carson E. Whitlow
"The World of Cypripediums"
There are over 40 Cypripedium species in the world. This presentation covers most of those in North/Central America plus many of those from the rest of the world. Also shown are some of the hybrids which have been produced. This program is about 45 to 60 minutes in length, and has about 55 slides. Time varies relative to questions asked.
"A History of Blue Cattleya Breeding"
Carson's work with blue Cattleyas and Laelias in the 1960's laid the groundwork for many of todays hybridizing efforts. This presentation takes you through the breeding program, showing the parental stock used and some of the hybrids produced. The program is about 45 to 60 minutes in length, and has about 60 slides. Time varies relative to questions asked.
"The Hybrid Potential of North American Native Orchid Species"
The North American native orchid species are often considered as minor. Though the Cypripediums are perhaps the showiest members of the group, many of the smaller species in other genera have considerable potential in developing hardy, garden variety orchids with considerable beauty. The program has about 40 slides and is about 40 minutes long.
This topic can also be a keynote address or other presentation when slides cannot be shown and the audience is somewhat familiar with both native and tropical species. It is 20 to 30 minutes in length under these conditions.
"A Judges Primer on Cypripedium & Arethusinae Breeding"
What should a judge look for in hybrids of Cypripediums and of the Arethusinae (Calopogons, Arethusa, Eleorchis and intergenerics)? Many of them do not have a frame of reference for the species, let alone the hybrids. This presentation shows the hybrids and the parental material which have produced them, with comments on what can be expected from the various parents. Approximately 40 slides, 40 to 60 minutes, depending on discussions.
"The Arethusinae and Their Hybrids"
Two species of Calopogon, Arethusa bulbosa, Eleorchis japonica, their hybrids and their simple culture are discussed in this program. "Fun Flowers", as they are called by the presenter, offer a nice variation on our hobby. This short program of about 15 minutes can be added to any of the others or as a stand alone short program, especially for beginner groups, etc. Approximately 13 slides.
Presentation Considerations
There is no honorarium for any of the programs, however travel expenses are required. When driving, this averages out to roughly $50 per 100 miles distances from Des Moines, IA. His wife, Lorna, often accompanies him on these trips. If the trip requires an air travel, round trip coach air fare is required. (If he decides to drive, instead of flying, travel expense is figured based on air coach rates.) Lodging expense is likewise required, if he is not housed with a member of the Society or group (which is acceptable). For a bio, print out the Founder's page. A slide projector must be provided with sufficient controls and cord to allow slide changing from the front of the audience, and a screen. The presentations are also in a PowerPoint format and can be presented with a computer and video projector.
Plants for sale at the presentations are usually not available. The only time that they may be available is in October and November.
Carson may be contacted at the address below, by phone at: (515) 993-4841, by fax at: (515) 309-2302, or by e-mail
at: SlipperGuy@aol.com.
While on a speaking tour, he can be reached by cell phone at: (515) 681-3287.
Carson E. Whitlow
22957 - 280th Street
Adel, IA 50003-4491
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