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November 7, 2009 - Perrinton MI
"09" Fall Alpaca Seminar in Michigan: Morning session: Zeilingers Fiber Mill - What Can I do with My Alpaca Fiber, processing options, blending, and more. Bring your Fiber to send to the mill!
Afternoon Session: Dr. Michelle Kopcha DVM,MS from Michigan State University, 1)Physical exam findings in a normal Alpaca, 2)Appropriate usages for antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications, 3)Interesting cases, common conditions, myths and non-myths.
Send registration and check to: Pat Slagell, PO Box 131, Pompeii, MI 48874 Details
November 7-8, 2009 - Columbus OH
Alpacafest 2009: OABA is pleased to announce our 12th annual Alpacafest, a level V show. We are extending our registration period until Nov. 2nd. This is one of the longest running alpaca shows and has earned a national reputation of being one of the premier shows in the country. We are adding a virtual herdsire row silent auction and a live animal auction to this year's activities! If you can't come to show, come to shop. In addition to the herdsire breeding auction and live animal auction, there will be vendors aplenty, as well as our OABA farm store where items that are handmade from our members will be offered for sale. You can find anything from socks, scarves, gloves, hats & handbags to alpaca paintings & much, much more. The OABA store will be a great place to do your Christmas shopping! Details
November 7-8, 2009 - Bainbridge Twp. (Chagrin Falls for GPS) OH
DISCOVER ALPACAS: DISCOVER ALPACAS
Our 7th Annual Alpaca weekend event & farm tour
A free event the first weekend of November
Saturday, Nov. 7th & Sunday, Nov. 8th from 10am to 5pm
This alpaca event is in scenic Geauga County.
20 miles east of Cleveland
You will find fall beauty as you travel to visit the farm.
There will be a total of three farms with experience
in raising these fiber-bearing animals.
Slatetop Alpacas RHL Farms Sterling Forrest Alpacas
Breeders will be available to answer all of your questions.
Our mission is to support and educate with discussion forums for every experience level. Experienced breeder, newbie, or just
investigating the business – all are welcome!!
Learn practical information and get equipped with the
knowledge to help you succeed in this industry.
Learning about the camelid family including alpaca nutrition and husbandry, camels, guanacos, guard llamas, herd management, advantages of investment opportunities, and view animals throughout the day available for sale with hands-on examination.
Our farms welcome guests to join the activities including our special presentation of "Focus on Fiber" to include fiber preparation,
along with demonstrations of the various fiber arts. Educational
forum including opportunities to learn felting. Observe our hand spinners, weavers and knitters and then enjoy the afternoon shopping in the Alpaca to ApparelTM Retail and Gift Shop. Providing beautiful farm-grown roving and yarns along with raw fleeces available. The exquisite alpaca-made clothing offer a wonderful selection for the entire family. Featuring hats, gloves, scarves, sweaters, capes, vests and much more! Browse thru the collection of suri teddy bears and alpacas for that special someone, or yourself!!
Don’t pass up the photo exhibit and be sure to stop by and chat with our photographer. Enjoy the fall foliage while you stroll thru the
John Deere equipment display supplied by Chagrin Pet & Garden.
There will be refreshments available and remember…..
This is a free event for the entire family!!!!!
Slatetop Alpacas
18210 Chillicothe Road Bainbridge Twp., Ohio
www.SlatetopAlpacas.com
440.543.4403
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November 13-15, 2009 - Saint Mary of the Woods IN
Alpaca Fiber Workshop: 7pm on Friday to 11am on Sunday.
* Weaving Alpaca: for those with some experience and a desire to weave a scarf with alpaca yarn.
* Spinning Alpaca: Suri and Huacaya. Learn the feel of spinning these luxury fibers.
* Felting with Sherry Konya: Father Christmas and other 3D figures - make great gifts. (Limit 12 participants for felting class.) ** While you are here, enjoy the peaceful and beautiful atomosphere at the Woods. Take a walk through the organic gardens, by the alpacas and down to the nature trail to view some wildlife.
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November 21, 2009 - St. Mary of the Woods IN
Alpaca 101:
Description: Learn the basics of alpaca ownership — perfect for potential and new alpaca owners.
This workshop will cover the fundamentals of alpacas, assessing quality of alpaca fleece, utilization of fiber, routine shots, toes, vaccinations, halter basics, equipment and pasture management.
For those who are prospective alpaca owners this is an opportunity to meet and talk with experienced breeders and see firsthand how an alpaca farm functions. For new alpaca owners this is a great time to ask questions that will make your herd safer, your pastures more effective and your fiber use more productive. All-day workshop.
Registration deadline: Nov. 6
For more information or to register: 812-535-2930 or wvc@spsmw.org
Enrolled Users:
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December 12-13, 2009 - Lexington OH
Holiday Alpaca Open House: Come spend some holiday cheer with us and see why we raise alpacas! You will get a chance to look at all the warm and comfortable garments you can wear and use to stay cozy this upcoming winter! Buy your love ones practical gifts this year that they will use! Give the gift of alpaca.
Free wrapping and gift tags included with all purchases!
Learn about the history of alpacas from centuries ago to present. See handspinning, and felting demonstrations! See what we do with our annual clip of alpaca fiber every year!
We look forward and hope you will stop by for a visit this weekend to learn about alpacas and get into the holiday spirit! Details
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Great Lakes Alpaca Association (GLAA) |
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Organized:
1995
States: WI
Meeting Frequency: Annually
2009 Membership Count: 150 farms
For More Info: tom@fevoldenfarm.com
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Indiana Alpaca Association (IAA) |
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Organized:
2007
States: IN
Meeting Frequency: Quarterly, Annual Business Meeting in January
2009 Membership Count: 52
For More Info: srussell102@hotmail.com
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Kentucky Alpaca Association (KAA) |
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Organized:
2002
States: KY
Meeting Frequency:
2009 Membership Count: 30
For More Info: linville@wombatfarm.com
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Ohio Alpaca Breeders Association (OABA) |
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Organized:
1997
States: OH
Meeting Frequency: Quarterly
2009 Membership Count: 131
For More Info: tpwilson2@adelphia.net
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