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Biographical Profile of Bill Reynolds
Horticulture Judges' Chair

Local Rose Society Membership: Butte Rose Society

Other Society’s & Groups: American Orchid Society, Santa Clarita Valley Rose Society, Portland Rose Society, Seattle Rose Society

Years Growing Roses: 40

How I Started with Roses: My German born grandfather moved to the United States by himself when he was 16 years old. He loved roses and maintained a large rose garden which I admired when I was very young. I caught the rose bug from him and started growing roses when I was in high school. Took a break while attending college, getting married and starting a family. After purchasing first home, resumed growing roses and have continued to do so ever since.

Profession: Retired - California State University, Chico

Rose Society Offices: Butte Rose Society - Currently 1st Vice President (Programs). Past President, 4 years; Past 1st Vice President (Programs), 4 years; Past 2nd Vice Presient (Membership), 2 years; Currently Consulting Rosarian Co-ordinator, 2 years; Past Rose Show Chair, 6 years; past NCNH District Secretary, 2 years.

Comments: While in college, designed and constructed a 60 ft. long float featuring more than 6,000 fresh rose blooms. Entry won Parade Sweepstakes Award.

Currently grow over 2,000 varieties of roses of all types.

Got hooked on showing roses when I saw a newspaper article publicizing the Butte Rose Society Rose Show in 1995. Entered the Rose Show and won King of Show.

Butte Rose Society American Rose Society Bronze Medal winner.

Last updated: 2/22/10
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