Editorial Opinions - More On Forest Plantings by Dierk Neugebauer Norman Haddrick was kind enough to design a forest planting which he brought to the December meeting, in order to give members more of an idea of what the January workshop would actually involve. At the time I also explained to those present the change in the size of the ceramic tray and the subsequent change this would lead to in the cost of the workshop. Time will tell how this extra charge will affect participation. to sweeten the deal, I have also upped the number of trees for the forest from 5 to 7 at no added cost to participants. Participants will need to sign up ahead of time - that means you sign up via telephone by contacting Otmar (416-755-6366) no later than 2 days before the January meeting to reserve (and later pay for) your spot. You will not be able to walk into the January meeting and decide to participate. Here's what you get: - a demonstration by Norman Haddrick of how forests are created - a shallow, oval ceramic tray for your forest planting, a $57.50 value - bonsai soil - wire - 7 miniature ficus trees of various sizes - a small-leaved benjamina variety - 2 extra trees have been added to the original 5 - one-on-one instruction by a club member Here's what it costs you: - demonstration - free - ceramic tray - $57.50 - bonsai soil & wire - free - 7 trees - $50 - instruction - free - club markup - $10 (No, you cannot bring your own tray and trees for this event.) Your cost to participate is $85.