Exhibiting Orchids
Who doesn’t like to win awards? Whether at a show, or monthly judging. Find out all you need to know to exhibit your orchids for judging
Pay for awards
Have you earned an award? Once you've been invoiced, you can pay for your award here.
Pay for show fees
If your society has applied for a judged show, you can pay show and trophy fees here.
How to Become an AOS Judge
Becoming an AOS judging is exciting and rewarding. Any AOS member can simply fill out an application and submit to their local judging center.
Judging Centers
Dozens of AOS judging centers located in the US and Canada are comprised of hundreds of judges who volunteer their time and expertise.
The judging centers support monthly judgings, AOS sanctioned shows, and affiliated society outreach judgings.
Judgings are open to the public and provide a wonderful educational experience.
Awards & Judging FAQs
Have questions about the AOS awards program or judging?
We've got answers to the most frequently asked questions.
There may even be some questions you wouldn't know to ask.
Species Identification
AOS Identification verifications are required through the Species Identification Task Force (SITF) for all botanical, horticultural, and first awards to species.
The task force consists of a group of dedicated volunteers and staff, with access to significant reference materials and taxonomic keys. Determinations are made using documented references and input from respected taxonomic authorities worldwide.
OrchidPro Online Orchid Software
Search over 100K photos of award-winning orchids, view detailed award data, parentage, family trees, species makeup, and much more.
OrchidPro is the official online research tool used for all AOS judging events.
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