PVAS Welcomes Livebearer Legend Richard “Rit” Forcier
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PVAS Welcomes Livebearer Legend Richard “Rit” Forcier
Join the Pioneer Valley Aquarium Society for a special evening with Richard “Rit” Forcier, one of the most experienced and respected figures in the livebearer hobby.
Rit has been keeping tropical fish for over 62 years and, before retiring, maintained an incredible 60 aquariums for more than 10 years. His passion and dedication to livebearers have taken him across the world, presenting programs to more than 36 aquarium clubs throughout the USA, Canada, England, Scotland, Mexico, and Holland.
Rit is the co-founder and first President of the Northeast Livebearers Association and has served as Director, Vice Chair, and Chairman of the American Livebearers Association.
His contributions to the hobby have earned him numerous honors, including the Betty Meuller Honor from the Northeast Council of Aquarium Societies in 2006 and the honor of Fellow of the American Livebearers Association in 2021. He has also earned the prestigious ALA Grand Master Breeder Award for breeding 100 species of livebearers.
What to Expect
Come learn from decades of experience as Rit shares his knowledge and passion for livebearers, their history, diversity, breeding, and the future of the hobby. Whether you're a longtime livebearer keeper or just discovering these fascinating fish, this is an evening you won't want to miss.
And there's more!
Enjoy free pizza and drinks, followed by an auction where you can take home something special for your aquarium.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Doors Open: 6:30 PM
Presentation: 7:00 PM
Moose Lodge
244 Fuller Rd, Chicopee, MA
Open to the public — everyone is welcome!
Come meet a true livebearer legend, enjoy some food, and spend an evening with fellow aquarium hobbyists.
Join the Pioneer Valley Aquarium Society for a special evening with Richard “Rit” Forcier, one of the most experienced and respected figures in the livebearer hobby.
Rit has been keeping tropical fish for over 62 years and, before retiring, maintained an incredible 60 aquariums for more than 10 years. His passion and dedication to livebearers have taken him across the world, presenting programs to more than 36 aquarium clubs throughout the USA, Canada, England, Scotland, Mexico, and Holland.
Rit is the co-founder and first President of the Northeast Livebearers Association and has served as Director, Vice Chair, and Chairman of the American Livebearers Association.
His contributions to the hobby have earned him numerous honors, including the Betty Meuller Honor from the Northeast Council of Aquarium Societies in 2006 and the honor of Fellow of the American Livebearers Association in 2021. He has also earned the prestigious ALA Grand Master Breeder Award for breeding 100 species of livebearers.
What to Expect
Come learn from decades of experience as Rit shares his knowledge and passion for livebearers, their history, diversity, breeding, and the future of the hobby. Whether you're a longtime livebearer keeper or just discovering these fascinating fish, this is an evening you won't want to miss.
And there's more!
Enjoy free pizza and drinks, followed by an auction where you can take home something special for your aquarium.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Doors Open: 6:30 PM
Presentation: 7:00 PM
Moose Lodge
244 Fuller Rd, Chicopee, MA
Open to the public — everyone is welcome!
Come meet a true livebearer legend, enjoy some food, and spend an evening with fellow aquarium hobbyists.
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244 fuller road, Chicopee, MA, United States, Massachusetts 01020
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Host or PublisherPioneer Valley Aquarium Society
