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Pigeons Just Part Of Teach-In Activities In Pasco

Staff photo by FRED BELLET

Weightman Middle School student Vincent Pilla eyes Hawkeye, a Parrot brought to the school for the teach-in.

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By RONNIE BLAIR | The Tampa Tribune

Published: November 19, 2008

WESLEY CHAPEL - Bill Burnside's fascination with pigeons dates back six decades to the day his father caught two of the birds and brought them home.

"They fascinated me," Burnside said.

His enthusiasm never waned. These days Burnside, 66, owns more than 100 pigeons and is Florida representative of the National Pigeon Association.

"Every pigeon has it owns little personality, just like people," Burnside said today as he spoke to students at Long Middle School during the annual Great American Teach-In.

Pigeons were just one of the delights students were treated to for the teach-in. All across Pasco County, parents and other community members visited schools to talk about their careers or hobbies.

Firefighters, financial planners and cake decorators were among those who shared their stories or demonstrated their skills.

Technically, the teach-in takes place all week, but most of the presentations are taking place today.

Reporter Ronnie Blair can be reached at (813) 948-4218.

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