I've been breeding this family of Sions since 1996. "Mr. Maryland" was bred by John Celia of Silver Springs, MD. He along with three of his relatives has become the foundation of my family of Sions . He is a descendant of Chas. Heitzman's "Helen" of 1946. Everyone has their own image of the ideal racing pigeon. The feather texture, body and spirit of these Sions represent mine!
In 2001 I acquired a few birds from Dr. Gil Rinard of Dundee, OR. The Rinard birds have an impressive race record and their blood lines are primarily from John Garzoli. I've used these birds to blend with my Maryland family. Click above to see my current Sion breeding pairs and pedigrees.   

The 520x527 pair is the foundation of my Deklaks. I've been breeding this family since 1998. They are tightly line bred. Every branch of their pedigree goes back to one pair GFL 150 "Ganus Steir" and GFL 147. Contrary to the stereotype these "speed birds" have proved their ability to win out to 500 miles. I've kept them pure and they have consistantly bred winners. Click above to see my current Deklak breeding pairs and pedigrees.