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Aug 30, 2008
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Managing Diseases of Alpacas and Llamas
Marriot Madison West, Madison, Wisconsin
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Alpaca and llama owners/producers and veterinary professionals who want to learn practical information on the management of diseases affecting llama and alpaca health should plan to attend this program on August 30, 2008 in Madison, WI. Sponsored by the UW School of Veterinary Medicine, it will address the recognition, diagnosis, and management of common herd health issues, as well as those of particular concern to individual animals. Emphasis will be placed on providing information regarding infectious, toxic, and parasitic-related health problems and general guidelines for medical success in camelid herds. Participants will learn about the medical health concerns of camelids from Dr. Chris Cebra, a national and international authority on camelid health management and internal medicine. This program will also include a discussion on assisted reproductive technology and points of interest of miscellaneous diseases. All topics will be richly illustrated with complete descriptions of diagnostic and therapeutic techniques and some case illustrations
Pass this information onto your veterinary professional and encourage them to attend. To register NOW or to download a seminar brochure, go to: www.vetmed.wisc.edu/ce and scroll down to the bottom of the list of seminars. Registrations will be accepted on a first come, first served basis.
Cost: $150 for breeders, $199 for veterinary professionals (9.0 CEU for professional attendees)
Location: Marriot Madison West
1313 John Q Hammons Dr.
Middleton , WI US
Contact: Karl Olson
608.265.5206
olsonk@svm.vetmed.wisc.edu
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Aug 30
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Aug 30, 2008
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Tenth Annual Day on the Alpaca Farm
KeLe Alpacas, Kewaunee, WI
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Join the fun and activities at the Tenth Annual Day on the Alpaca Farm held at KeLe Alpacas, E1870 Pine Grove Road, Kewaunee on Saturday, August 30, 2008. The event will get underway at 10:00 a.m. and run until 3 p.m. The Day on the Alpaca Farm is a fundraiser for the Violence Intervention Project (VIP) that provides services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in Kewaunee County. Admission is free. Donations to the Violence Intervention Project (VIP) are requested and greatly appreciated.
Day on the Alpaca Farm is a family event with the focus on learning about alpacas while enjoying live music, storytelling, face painting, spinning, weaving, felting, and food. You can spend the day walking alpacas, learning about them, meeting and talking with area alpaca breeders and shopping for that special alpaca item. Live music will be provided throughout the day by Home Brew and Jay Stage’r.
An exciting addition this year will be Artbeet's First Annual Art and Fine Crafts Show. Artbeet, like VIP, is a non-profit organization benefiting Kewaunee County. There will be a great variety of art, fine crafts and artist demonstrations that will make the day more fun than ever. The silent auction will be an opportunity to make a good buy on items donated by the artists.
So whether you’re looking for an alternative livestock opportunity or want to spend a fun Day on the Alpaca Farm with your family, plan to attend the KeLe Alpacas Tenth Annual Day on the Alpaca Farm on Saturday, August 30, 2008. KeLe Alpacas is located approximately 20 miles east of Green Bay off Highway 29. Due to construction on Co. AB, go one mile east of Co. AB to Sleepy Hollow Road, turn south for 2 miles and west on Pine Grove Road. Watch for signs. For more information call LeAnna at 920-845-5571
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Oct 11, 2008
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Northeast Wisconsin Alpaca Basics Clinic
LondonDairy Alpacas Ranch, Two Rivers, WI
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Northeast Wisconsin Alpaca Basics Clinic cordially invites you to visit beautiful Northeast Wisconsin on Saturday, October 11th 2008 to learn first hand about the wonderful world of raising alpacas for fun and profit from two of the first alpaca ranches in the state. This clinic is designed to benefit the newly interested or novice alpaca breeder. Welcome to our 16th clinic!
This tour will take you to two private alpaca farms representing nearly 120 alpacas. Get advice and have questions answered by an AOBA Certified Alpaca Judge & the successful owners and breeders of these two farms. Experience first hand what it is like to interact with these gentle and captivating animals. You will learn about basic alpaca health, feed, handling, tax advantages, farm set ups, husbandry and why their fiber is so special! You’ll get a crash course on fiber characteristics and conformational aspects of the alpaca.
Meals & handouts are included. Car pooling is available for transport between farms. Space for this clinic is limited and can only be offered on a first come basis. There are lots of opportunities to take pictures and gather ideas.
Fee: $100/person or $175 for two persons from the same farm
Payment must be received with registration by Oct. 1st, 2008 or a $20 late fee will apply.
Make checks payable to: LondonDairy Alpacas, 6827 Hwy 147, Two Rivers, WI 54241
Questions to: LondonDairy Alpacas, 1-877-947-7222
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Oct 11
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Oct 11, 2008
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5th Annual Autumn Alpaca Affair
St. Joseph County 4-H Fairgrounds, South Bend, IN
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5th Annual Autumn Alpaca Affair
Saturday, October 11, 2008 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., St. Joseph County 4-H Fairgrounds, 5117 S. Ironwood Drive, South Bend, IN 46614, www.4hfair.com.
Join us for a free day-long educational ALPACA event including seminars from Care & Selection, Handling, Fences, Pastures, and Shelters, Marketing & Sales, and Taxes & Financing. Enjoy the large fiber arts area with demonstrations and mini-seminars as well as vendors selling fiber-related product. And don’t miss the store featuring alpaca yarn, clothing and accessories, teddy bears and many other items. New this year, a PEN SALE!!! Several farms will feature specially priced alpacas and package deals just for this event. Bring your questions and come talk with 20 northern
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Oct 25
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Oct 26, 2008
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Northern Illinois Alpaca Extravaganza
Lake County Fairgrounds Grayslake, IL
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We welcome you to the seventh Northern Illinois Alpaca Extravaganza. We are excited about the enthusiastic response we have received from breeders all over the Midwest. We are confident you will be pleased with the location and the facilities. Conveniently located 20 miles northwest of Chicago and 50 miles south of Milwaukee, our show will be one of the first events booked at the newly constructed pavilion at the Lake County Fairgrounds. Stall fees include bedding, electricity, set-up and tear down.
We will be hosting an AOBA certified halter show as well as a fleece show. We are pleased to have three judges; Tim Lavan judging suris, Helen Humphreys huacayas and Wade Gease will be our fleece judge. We will be working with two show rings to keep the show moving at a brisk pace.
We will be hosting educational seminars throughout the weekend. Seminars will be for both new and experienced breeders. Dr. Randall Larson of Kalmar Kolors Alpacas will be on hand to answer questions and conduct a number of informative seminars on herd health. Additionally, we will have a CPA conduct seminars on the tax and financial aspects of alpaca ownership.
A special thank you to our show sponsors. Without their generous financial support, this show could not take place. We look forward to seeing you at the show in October.
ww.likada.com/illinois-extravaganza/index.html
Peg Stephens, Show Superintendent, 812-294-4880
Jim and Jean Morgan, J4 Alpacas – 815-759-0247
Ray and Maria Rodriguez, Leraso Farm Alpacas – 847-279-8850
Larry and Libby Johnson, Likada Farms – 630-250-1919
www.likada.com
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Oct 25
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Oct 25, 2008
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ABC-Alpaca Beginners Conference
Middleville MI, October 25, 2008
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Are you interested in alpacas? Here is your opportunity to learn the basics of operating a PROFITABLE alpaca business. This interactive seminar teaches How To: market and sell alpacas, write a business plan, decide which alpacas to purchase, purchase your first alpacas, insure your alpacas, care for your alpacas, set up your farm or board your alpacas, sell fiber and more. An experienced farm CPA will explain tax benefits and an experienced alpaca veterinarian will available for Q & A. Plus you’ll learn through hands-on: fleece evaluation, toenail trimming, halter training and wormer/vitamin administration. ABC-Alpaca Beginners Conference is a very full day of valuable information and includes continental breakfast, lunch, and booklet. Space is limited to 20 participants. Time: 9-5. Call or register online www.michiganalpacaseminars.com
Windwalker Ranch
Don & Cheri Parks
6500 Moe Road
Middleville, MI 49333
269-795-1016
www.alpacanation.com/windwalkerranch.asp
Martinie’s Ranch
Barb Martinie
4425 N 168th Ave
Holland, MI 49424
616-738-1632
www.alpacanation.com/martiniesranch.asp
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Nov 22
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Nov 23, 2008
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Camelid Fiber Sorter Workshop
Fox Hills Resort & LondonDairy Alpacas, Two Rivers
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Join us for a hands-on intensive weekend of learning about and working with your alpaca fleeces. Ruth Elvestad, fiber expert, fiber technician, and camelid judge from the Natural Fiber Centre, Olds College, Canada, will guide us through two days of camelid fiber preparation, which will include:
1. Introduction to Fiber Grades and the Relevance of Grades to Processing and Product Development
2. On-Farm Fiber Sorting: Learning to recognize and understand individual fiber characteristics
3. On-Farm Skirting: Preparing a Show Fleece
4. Shearing Techniques for end product purpose
5. In depth Reading and Understanding Histograms
6. Hands-on Skirting and Sorting and relevance to your fabric/yarn
For those people interested in acquiring even more advanced fiber knowledge and pursuing the Level I and Level II Camelid Fiber Classer Certification, this workshop will serve as the prerequisite to entry into the Level I Camelid Fiber Classer Certification course.
Date: Nov.22-23rd Time: Saturday 8:30am – 4:30; Sunday 8:30 – 3:00
Fee: $175/person or $250 for two persons from the same farm
Registration is secured by sending a check payable to: Please include guest names, address, email and phone.
LondonDairy Alpacas 6827 State Hwy 147 Two Rivers, WI 54241 1-877-947-7222 LDAlpacas@charter.net www.LondonDairyAlpacas.com
Instructor: Ruth Elvestad
Ruth Elvestad has over 30 years’ in a board Canadian base of agriculture, business, government and academic sectors. She has extensive teaching, curriculum and program development expertise, and has been involved in international trade, import/export of livestock, and international fiber research.
Lodging available @ Fox Hills 1-800-950-7615. Ask for the LondonDairy Alpacas rate of $60.00/night. Limited rooms at this rate; book early.
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Mar 21
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Mar 22, 2009
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Spring Bling Alpaca Show to hold Spin Off
Tri County Ice Arena, Neenah, WI
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We are thrilled to announce that the Spring Bling Alpaca Show 2009 will feature a Handcrafter's Spin-Off competition.
Spin-Off Judge Billie Bookamer of Meadville, PA will spin your treasured fiber into a lovely sample of yarn from your favorite alpaca! The best fiber for spinning will be awarded ribbons! Learn what your alpaca fiber can do - enter the spin-off.
Get your samples ready today. Entry deadline is October 15, 2008
See www.springblingshow.com for details.
Scroll down to the Spin-off section and click on Entry Form and Entry Tag
to print the forms.
All Spin-Off entries must include:
(1) 2 oz. unwashed fiber sample, WEIGH CAREFULLY
(2) Copy of alpaca's ARI certificate
(3) Color photo of alpaca (3 ½ X 5 or 4 X 6)
(4) Spin-off Entry Form
(5) Spin-Off Entry Tag
(6) Check payable to: Spring Bling Alpaca Show (see entry form for amount)
MAIL Spin-Off entries by October 15, 2008 TO:
Robin Oaks, Five Oaks Exotics
126 E. Lovers Lane
Scottsburg, Indiana 47170
Show Dates:
Spring Bling Alpaca Show
www.springblingshow.com
March 21-22, 2009
Tri County Ice Arena
Neenah, Wisconsin
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Apr 24
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Apr 26, 2009
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Great Midwest Alpaca Festival
Alliant Energy Center Coliseum, Madison, WI
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Once again the Great Midwest Alpaca Festival will hold Halter and Fleece Shows on April 24-26, 2009 at the Alliant Energy Center Coliseum in Madison, WI. While plans are still coming together, a tentative decision was recently made to hold the shows at the Coliseum for 2009 and move to the Alliant Exhibition Hall in 2010. Once plans are firmed up, the show website, www.greatmidwestalpacafestival.com will be updated. Watch for continuing announcements. In the meantime, as you're sorting your fleece, be sure to set aside your best blankets to enter the GMAF Fleece Show.
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Jul 18
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Jul 18, 2009
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Developing Alpaca Breeding Strategies through Herd Assessment and Performance Records
Fox Hills Resort, Mishicot, WI
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In this dynamic one-day class, 8am to 4:30pm, the Alpaca breeder will learn skills to evaluate alpacas and develop a herd scoring system to keep competitive in a livestock business. A basic livestock model is used to define Seedstock producer goals and expectations so the student can successfully develop individual breeding targets and strategies. Students will develop a herd performance data system and apply it in effective breeding strategies to achieve overall herd genetic improvement. Expected Progeny Differences (EPDs) are explained and their use integrated into this training program. Students will leave with a through knowledge of EPDs and will be ready to use them successfully in their own breeding programs. Taught by Brett Kaysen PhD (Colorado State University) and David Barboza (AOBA & IAJS Certified Judge). Their combined insight, knowledge and experience make this an invaluable clinic for both new and experienced breeders.
EARLY BIRD FEE $100, second person from same farm $20 less
Fee after May 30th $125, second person from same farm $20 less
Fee after June 30th $140, second person from same farm $20 less
Fee includes refreshments, lunch, and printed materials, one/farm.
Come Friday, July 17, and join us for a wine social 7:00-9:00PM at LondonDairy Alpacas. After the seminar, travel to LondonDairy Alpacas for complimentary dinner and drinks • Open question / answers with Dr. Kaysen & Mr. David Barboza.
**Lodging available @ Fox Hills 1-800-950-7615. Ask for the LondonDairy Alpacas rate of $60.00/night.Rooms at this discount rate are limited, so book early! Fox Hills is just 3.5 miles North of our ranch off Hwy 147 in the town of Mishicot. http://www.fox-hills.com/
Registration: Contact LondonDairy Alpacas 920-793-4165 / 1 -877-947-7222 Visa/MC available over the phone. Or by sending your check to LondonDairy Alpacas.
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Please send your event to the Vice President by emailing tom@fevoldenfarm.com for submission.
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