Cage & Aviary Birds

Who’s Who on the club and show scene

We invite an influential figure in the cage bird fancy to tell us about themselves and their view of the hobby. This week: DAVE BEECH

Q Which clubs have you been most involved with? Any official roles?

Dave Beech: It was about 2000 when I joined Australian and zebra finch societies. Then, in 2006, I joined Crewe CBS and have been a member ever since. I soon got involved with their events and enjoyed the company of other birdkeepers.

I was asked to take on the role of assistant show secretary. At the time, I had no knowledge of shows or exhibiting, but I quickly

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