Event Calendar
2010:
2011:
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February 6 -
7
2010 |
Jacksonville, FL |
Sunshine State Alpaca Expo & Auction |
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February 6 -
7
2010 |
Bloomington, IL |
Fibers for Life - Cancelled |
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February 12 -
14
2010 |
Ft. Worth, TX |
TxOlan Alpaca Spectacular |
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February 13 -
14
2010 |
Concord, NC |
Carolina Alpaca Celebration |
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February 13
2010 |
Hiawaatha, KS |
Time on the Farm Sponsor: Cedar Hollow Farm Alpacas Cedar Hollow Farm Alpacas would like to take this opportunity to personally invite you to our farm. On Saturday, February 13th we will be hosting a very informal but personal Open Farm Day. Spend some time with us to ask questions about farm set up, feeding and caring for alpacas, breeding, shearing and any other questions that you might have about these wonderful animals and the industry itself. RSVP IN ADVANCE REQUIRED. Contact 1: Nancy Sines Contact 2: Bob Sines |
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February 20 -
21
2010 |
Albany, NY |
Empire Fleece Event |
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February 20
2010 |
Hiawatha, KS |
Time on the Farm Sponsor: Cedar Hollow Farm Alpacas Cedar Hollow Farm Alpacas would like to take this opportunity to personally invite you to our farm. On Saturday, February 20th we will be hosting a very informal but personal Open Farm Day. Spend some time with us to ask questions about farm set up, feeding and caring for alpacas, breeding, shearing and any other questions that you might have about these wonderful animals and the industry itself. RSVP IN ADVANCE REQUIRED. Contact 1: Nancy Sines Contact 2: Bob Sines |
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February 20
2010 |
Belmont, NC |
From the Bag to the Bank - Processing Alpaca Fleece for Profit Sponsor: Stacy Heydt & Lisa Hertan Join us at Gaston College for the expanded version of this popular 2Friends 2Farms seminar/workshop. You will learn the 5 steps of turning your alpaca fiber into cash, gain and understanding of the Fiber Art Industries and their consumers. Contact 1: John Anderson |
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February 20 -
21
2010 |
Sonoita, AZ |
Alpacas Among Friends Sponsor: Square Top Ranch LLC Where else can you get two full days of alpaca classes, absolutely FREE? Join five southern Arizona alpaca farms, with many years experience, and learn about setting up your alpaca facility, how to select the right alpacas, alpaca care, creating your alpaca store, working with fleece, selling in the new economy...and more! Fiber arts demonstrations & alpaca products for sale. Lunch is available for purchase each day. Reservations are limited - call today! Contact 1: Linda and Mike Wood Contact 2: Deb Hill |
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February 20 -
21
2010 |
Gainesville, VA |
Immerse Yourself In Alpacas Sponsor: Double O Good Alpacas Before you jump in, get your feet wet with our 2-day hands-on clinic "Immerse Yourself in Alpacas." Our hands-on clinic is designed to give the prospective or new breeder the necessary tools to get your alpaca business up and running. Throughout the weekend helpful tips will be shared to give you a jump-start in the business as well as how to avoid costly start-up mistakes. $175 per person or $250 per couple. Contact 1: Nancy Ogan |
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February 26 -
28
2010 |
Odessa, FL |
Creating a Six Figure Income Stream with Your Fleece! Sponsor: Brenda Crum Turn your fleece into cash by learning successful strategies for it's use. Linda Berry Walker will help you recognize market and sales opportunities and identify your signature product. Brenda will demonstrate fleece preparation for show or sale. Friday eve at 7:30 join us for the wine and cheese reception - NC. Seminar: Saturday 10-5:00 and Sunday 10-1:00. Registration $175 or Early bird by 2/7 $100.00. Four participants eligible for a FREE $250. value consultation. Contact 1: Brenda Crum |
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February 27
2010 |
Allentown, NJ |
EAAS - Eastern Alliance Alpaca Sale Sponsor: Rose Mogerman (EAAS) Eastern Alliance Alpaca Sale Contact 1: Rose Mogerman |
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March 6 -
7
2010 |
St. Paul, MN |
Alpaca Matters Midwest Annual Conference & Neonatal Clinic Sponsor: Sunrise River Alpacas and Spirit Song Alpacas This years' conference is a two day event. Day One includes educational seminars presented by University of MN professors. Topics include Camelid Anatomy, Clinical Pathology, Dermatology, Charge Syndrome(Choanal Atresia) and Lymphosarcoma. Day Two offers a hands-on Neonatology Lab and Necropsy. You may sign up for one day or both. Increase your knowledge of alpacas by attending this excellent conference! Suitable for alpaca owners and veterinarians. Neonatology and Necropsy space is limited. www.AlpacaMatters.com Contact 1: Peggy Pearson Contact 2: Betty Carlson |
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March 6
2010 |
Rusk, TX |
Free Open Ranch Day Sponsor: Able Oaks Ranch Alpacas Get a hands-on experience of alpacas and miniature llamas. Learn about setting up barns, fencing, pastures, nutrition, breeding, birthing, tax benefits, and marketing luxurious fiber. Find out how to start your own alpaca ranch. Contact 1: Virginia Lyons |
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March 6 -
7
2010 |
Shelbyville, TN |
Southern Select |
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March 6 -
7
2010 |
Augusta, NJ |
New Jersey Alpaca Show and Sale |
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March 12
2010 |
Hillsboro, OR |
Getting Started in the Alpaca Business Sponsor: Northwest Alpacas In this one day Seminar Fred Kraft of Northwest Alpacas will discuss basic animal handling and how to layout pastures, build a fence, design a barn, give shots, trim toenails, buy hay, and much more. This seminar is the perfect learning experience for anyone who is researching the industry or is about to buy their first alpacas. Enroll at the Alpaca Institute @ NWA or contact Fred Kraft at fred@alpacas.com, or call 503-628-3110. Contact 1: Fred Kraft Contact 2: Mike Safley |
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March 12 -
14
2010 |
Hillsboro, OR |
How to Buy, Breed and Succeed in the Alpaca Business Sponsor: Northwest Alpacas Presented by: www.alpacas.com and Northwest Alpacas. Learn to compete and succeed in the 2010 alpaca market, read pedigrees and discover how to select and breed elite, high value alpacas. Determine how to choose a niche within the industry and market those alpacas. Alpaca breeders (new and established) will learn how to improve their business plans. Enroll at the Alpaca Institute @ NWA or contact fred@alpacas.com or call 503-628-3110 Contact 1: Fred Kraft Contact 2: Mike Safley |
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March 13 -
14
2010 |
Pheonix, AZ |
Southwest Regional Alpaca Show |
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March 13 -
14
2010 |
North Augusta, SC |
Palmetto Alpaca Classic |
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March 13 -
14
2010 |
McMinnville, OR |
Thrive or Survive In The Alpaca Industry Sponsor: Pucara International Do you want to run a successful alpaca farm? Alan and his wife Jude, a senior alpaca judge, will share with you their recipe for success in a very simple and unpretentious environment. From alpaca selection and fiber grading through to understanding simple genetics to get the best from breeding systems you'll get power point presentations and plenty of hands on. Perfect for those new to alpacas or breeders who want to lift the ante! Contact 1: Alan Cousill |
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March 13 -
14
2010 |
Columbus, OH |
Best of the US Alpaca Show - Columbus, OH |
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March 13 -
14
2010 |
Lexington, VA |
The Virginia Classic |
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March 20 -
21
2010 |
Neenah, WI |
Spring Bling Alpaca Show |
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March 20
2010 |
Rochester, NY |
The Alpaca Maturity |
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March 20
2010 |
Bordentown, NJ |
Alpaca Heritage Events' "Understanding EPD's" Sponsor: Sally Stacy Alpaca Heritage Events presents “Understanding EPD’s” with Dr. Shauna Brummet, PhD (ARI Vice President & Chief Scientist). Dr. Brummet will offer an overview of EPDs, their use in other livestock industries, and how alpaca breeders can take advantage of this powerful tool for herd improvement. Join us for this 1-day seminar and learn if EPDs are right for your breeding operation. Seminar to be held at the Rutgers Eco-Complex in Bordentown NJ. Cost is $25 per Contact 1: Ingrid Wood Contact 2: Sally Stacy |
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March 20 -
21
2010 |
Gainesville, VA |
Immerse Yourself in Alpacas Sponsor: Double O Good Alpacas Before you jump in, get your feet wet with our 2-day hands-on clinic "Immerse Yourself in Alpacas." Our hands-on clinic is designed to give the prospective or new breeder the necessary tools to get your alpaca business up and running. Throughout the weekend helpful tips will be shared to give you a jump-start in the business as well as how to avoid costly start-up mistakes. $175 per person or $250 per couple. Contact 1: Nancy Ogan |
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March 20
2010 |
Selinsgrove, PA |
Neonatal Clinic with Dr Cheryl DeWitt, DVM Sponsor: Patchwork Farm Alpacas Just in time for Spring birthing season! Join us for a one day seminar where Dr Cheryl DeWitt, DVM, will cover breeding, reproductive management, birthing and neonatal care day. Cheryl’s wet lab, using donated dead crias in uterine simulators, will give breeders valuable hands-on experience on how to identify and correct dystocias. Contact 1: Jane Korbar |
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March 20 -
21
2010 |
Kansas City, MO |
MOPACA Invitational Alpaca Show |
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March 27 -
28
2010 |
Springfield, IL |
IAOBA - Update - New summer show dates coming soon |
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April 2 -
3
2010 |
Fort Wayne, IN |
Indiana Alpaca Invitational |
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April 2 -
4
2010 |
Springfield, MA |
North American Alpaca Show |
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April 3 -
4
2010 |
Puyallup, WA |
Alpacapalooza |
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April 10 -
11
2010 |
Ridgefield, WA |
Alpaca Western Extravaganza |
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April 10 -
11
2010 |
Owatonna, MN |
Minnesota Alpaca Expo |
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April 10 -
11
2010 |
Gainesville, VA |
Immerse Yourself In Alpacas Sponsor: Double O Good Alpacas Before you jump in, get your feet wet with our 2-day hands-on clinic "Immerse Yourself in Alpacas." Our hands-on clinic is designed to give the prospective or new breeder the necessary tools to get your alpaca business up and running. Throughout the weekend helpful tips will be shared to give you a jump-start in the business as well as how to avoid costly start-up mistakes. $175 per person or $250 per couple. Contact 1: Nancy Ogan |
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April 10
2010 |
Vineyard Haven, MA |
Neonatal Clinic with Dr Cheryl DeWitt, DVM for New & Experienced Breeders & Island Holiday Getaway! Sponsor: Island Alpaca Co. of Martha's Vineyard This clinic is a must-have for alpaca/llama breeders. Contact 1: Barbara Ronchetti Contact 2: Hotel w/10% Discount: Mention "Alpaca Clinic" |
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April 11
2010 |
Allentown, NJ |
Alpaca Heritage Budget Caper |
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April 17
2010 |
Albia, IA |
Alpaca Ranching Education Seminar Sponsor: Bill and Sherri Duey Bill and Sherri Duey, authors of twenty-seven “Husbandry Hints” articles for Alpacas Magazine, invite you to attend their comprehensive seminar on Alpaca Ranching. This fast-paced seminar covers a broad range of topics including: alpaca selection, alpaca fiber, business planning, ranch setup, barns, pastures, fencing, waterers, vet care, feed, shearing, fiber handling, breeding, and more! This seminar is designed to answer your questions and help with your decision to enter the alpaca business. $125 per person. Contact 1: Bill and Sherri Duey |
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April 17 -
18
2010 |
Westminster, MD |
Maryland Alpaca Show and Sale |
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April 18
2010 |
HOWELL, NJ |
ALPACA FARMING CHOICES AND STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS Sponsor: CEDAR LANE ALPACAS Are you interested in farming with alpacas? This seminar presented by Ingrid Wood, of Stormwind Alpacas, will help participants identify available options, analyze choices, clarify initial goals, and formulate strategies for success. Decide today to attend. You'll be happy you did! Bring boots or shoes suitable for a pasture walk. Call Cedar Lane Alpacas for more information or a registration form, 732-938-4185. Contact 1: CEDAR LANE ALPACAS |
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April 18
2010 |
Rusk, TX |
Able Oaks Ranch Shearing Day Sponsor: Able Oaks Ranch Alpacas This is the day when we harvest the wonderful fleeces that the alpacas and llamas grew out the previous year. We use a team of professional shearers to clip the animals. Alpaca and llama owners are welcome to bring their animals for shearing, but please contact me in advance to confirm number of animals and cost. Owners bringing animals for shearing are expected help out. Contact 1: Virginia Lyons |
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April 18 -
19
2010 |
Oklahoma City, OK |
The Futurity |
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April 23 -
25
2010 |
Harrisburg, PA |
MAPACA Jubilee |
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April 24 -
25
2010 |
Pleasaton, CA |
2010 California Classic |
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April 24 -
25
2010 |
Pasco, WA |
North West Alpaca Showcase |
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April 24 -
25
2010 |
Madison, WI |
The Great Midwest Alpaca Festival |
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April 30 -
May
2
2010 |
Denver, CO |
Great Western Alpaca Show |
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May 1
2010 |
Granby, MA |
"NOT for Beginners Only" Neonatal Clinic and Wet Lab Sponsor: Happy Hearts Alpaca Farm This seminar will prepare you in the event that there is a problem during the birthing process on your farm. Dr. Steve Purdy will present a lecture on pregnancy, labor and delivery, neonatal care, and antibody transfer. You will also be provided hands-on experience demonstrating types of dystocias along with a wet lab to teach you how to identify and correct problems during the delivery process. Seating is limited to 20 participants. Contact 1: Susan Monat |
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May 1 -
2
2010 |
Davisburg, MI |
Michigan Breeder's Show |
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May 1 -
2
2010 |
Princeton, IL |
I-80 AlpacaFest 2010 |
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May 1 -
2
2010 |
Syracuse, NY |
North East Alpaca Expo |
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May 1 -
2
2010 |
Columbus, OH |
Buckeye Alpaca Show |
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May 7
2010 |
Lake Elmo, MN |
Shepherd's Harvest Alpaca Fleece Show |
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May 7
2010 |
Hopkinton, NH |
New England Hands On Alpaca Fleece Off |
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May 8 -
9
2010 |
Portland, OR |
CABA Classic |
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May 8 -
9
2010 |
Fredericksburg, TX |
Bare Alpaca Romp & Expo |
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May 8 -
9
2010 |
York, PA |
PAOBA |
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May 15 -
16
2010 |
Gainesville, VA |
Immerse Yourself In Alpacas Sponsor: Double O Good Alpacas Before you jump in, get your feet wet with our 2-day hands-on clinic "Immerse Yourself in Alpacas." Our hands-on clinic is designed to give the prospective or new breeder the necessary tools to get your alpaca business up and running. Throughout the weekend helpful tips will be shared to give you a jump-start in the business as well as how to avoid costly start-up mistakes. $175 per person or $250 per couple. Contact 1: Nancy Ogan |
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May 15
2010 |
Burlington, WI, WI |
Neonatal/Wet Lab Clinic with Dr. Cheryl DeWitt Sponsor: Earthcare Suri Alpacas LLC This clinic for alpaca owners, veterinarians & interested breeders will give everyone hands on experience & one on one attention. This is a "must have" tool & confidence builder for new herd owners, as well as, valuable information for experienced owners. Practice delivery with realistic uterus birthing dummies and deceased crias. This seminar will help you to recognize dystocias & other problematic births. Attend free if you purchase a female alpaca from Earthcare Suri Alpacas. Contact 1: Darlene Geiser Contact 2: Ed Geiser |
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May 15
2010 |
Beaverdam, VA |
Alpaca Basics an Introduction to “Embracing Your Alpaca Investment” – 5/15/2010 Sponsor: Sherry McEvoy of Alpaca Pastures of Virginia, Inc During this one day seminar you be introduced to: Contact 1: Sherry McEvoy |
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May 21 -
23
2010 |
Ft. Wayne, IN |
AOBA National Show |
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May 29 -
30
2010 |
McMinnville, OR |
Thrive or Survive In The Alpaca Industry ...$150 single $250 double Sponsor: Pucara International Do you want to run a successful alpaca farm? Alan and his wife Jude, a senior alpaca judge, will share with you their recipe for success in a very simple and unpretentious environment. From alpaca selection and fiber grading through to understanding simple genetics to get the best from breeding systems you'll get power point presentations and plenty of hands on. Perfect for those new to alpacas or breeders who want to lift the ante! Contact 1: Alan Cousill |
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May 29 -
30
2010 |
Uxbridge, ON |
Camelidynamics - A Two Day Basic Clinic With Marty McGee Bennett Sponsor: Arriba Linea Alpacas Attending a Camelidynamics Clinic is the most targeted way to learn the methods and techniques of this effective system of training llamas and alpacas! Contact 1: Lori Jones |
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June 5 -
6
2010 |
Gainesville, VA |
Immerse Yourself In Alpacas Sponsor: Double O Good Alpacas Before you jump in, get your feet wet with our 2-day hands-on clinic "Immerse Yourself in Alpacas." Our hands-on clinic is designed to give the prospective or new breeder the necessary tools to get your alpaca business up and running. Throughout the weekend helpful tips will be shared to give you a jump-start in the business as well as how to avoid costly start-up mistakes. $175 per person or $250 per couple. Contact 1: Nancy Ogan |
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June 6
2010 |
Lumberton, NJ |
Alpaca Heritage Events' "Fiber Fiesta 2010" Sponsor: Sally Stacy Alpaca Heritage Events’ Fiber Fiesta 2010 at Scotia Acres Alpacas in Lumberton NJ offers private treaty huacaya and suri alpaca sales as well as locally produced alpaca fiber, yarn and apparel. Meet breeders and their alpacas from the Mid-Atlantic area and learn about one of the most fascinating and beautiful fiber animals in the world! Free admission, free hay rides throughout the day. Free alpaca seminar at 12:30 pm. Farm tours held at 11 & 2. Contact 1: Ingrid Wood Contact 2: Sally Stacy |
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June 9 -
11
2010 |
Estes Park, CO |
Estes Park Wool Market |
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June 12
2010 |
Beaverdam, VA |
Summer Seminars!! Hands-On Wet Felting with Alpaca Fiber Sponsor: Sherry McEvoy of Alpaca Pastures of Virginia, Inc. Seminar Includes: Contact 1: Patrick or Sherry McEvoy |
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June 18 -
20
2010 |
Eugene, OR |
Oregon Alpaca Fest Sponsor: Maren Anderson EVAA and WABA have joined forces to hold a composite fleece and conformation alpaca show at the same time as the Black Sheep Festival. Contact 1: maren Anderson |
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June 18 -
20
2010 |
Eugene, OR |
Summer Celebration |
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July 17
2010 |
Mishicot, WI |
Norm Evans: Midwest Herd Management Summer Conference! Sponsor: LondonDairy Alpacas Detailed Steps in Breeding Selection to Maximize Fiber Contact 1: LondonDairy Alpacas |
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July 18
2010 |
Two Rivers, WI |
Judge Wade Gease presents:Inside Secrets of Utilizing Alpaca Fiber! Sponsor: LondonDairy Alpacas Inside Secrets of Utilizing Alpaca Fiber Contact 1: Wade Gease |
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July 24
2010 |
Beaverdam, VA |
Summer Seminars!! Hands-On Wet Felting with Alpaca Fiber Sponsor: Sherry McEvoy of Alpaca Pastures of Virginia, Inc. Seminar Includes: Contact 1: Patrick or Sherry McEvoy |
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August 27 -
29
2010 |
Gainesville, VA |
Breeders Edge Auction - America's Best Sponsor: Double O Good Alpacas Join us at the 2010 Breeders Edge Invitational Auction where a carefully-selected group of showcase-quality alpacas will be available for your purchase. And there are other opportunities you will find nowhere else, Auction Purchaser Grand Prize, Famous Alpaca Auction Bingo, Education, Breeders Edge Bucks Raffle and the BIGGEST MARDI GRAS party this side of New Orleans. Contact 1: Ernest & Barbara Kellogg Contact 2: Nancy Ogan |
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September 3 -
5
2010 |
McMinnville, OR |
The Pucara Premium Reserve Auction and Pen Sale Sponsor: Pucara International At last an auction for everyone. Contact 1: Alan Cousill |
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September 18 -
19
2010 |
Findlay, OH |
The Private Collection Auction - An All Suri Alpaca Event Sponsor: Jack and Miriam Donaldson The Private Collectio Auction Event will be held in Findlay, Ohio on Saturday, September 18, 2010. This is the Ninth Annual All Suri Alpaca Auction hosted by Jack and Miriam Donaldson of Alpaca Jack's Suri Farm. Superior quality Suri Alpacas from farms across the country will be offered for sale. Look for further details on seminars and speakers for this special event at www.alpacajack.com. Contact 1: Jack and/or Miriam Donaldson Contact 2: Jackie Donaldson - Parish |
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October 2 -
3
2010 |
Princeton, NJ |
Alpaca Heritage Events' "Heritage Days" Sponsor: Sally Stacy Come join the fun! Alpaca Heritage Events will be holding its 10th Annual Alpaca Heritage Days at Terhune Orchards in Princeton, NJ and will offer private treaty huacaya and suri alpaca sales in addition to locally produced alpaca fiber, yarn and apparel! Free admission and free seminars! For additional information, please visit us at www.AlpacaHeritage.com. Contact 1: Sally Stacy Contact 2: Ingrid Wood |
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October 10
2010 |
Pittstown, NJ |
Alpaca Heritage Events' "Alpacas 101: Intro to Raising Alpacas" & Open House Event Sponsor: Sally Stacy Join us rain or shine for “Alpacas 101: Intro To Raising Alpacas” and Open House Event at Pronkers Suri Resort in Pittstown, NJ. Meet both suri and huacaya alpacas, take a tour of an alpaca farm, and visit with alpaca breeders. Kick off your holiday shopping by stocking up on alpaca fiber, alpaca yarns and apparel! Seminar presented by alpaca breeders Ingrid Wood, Jerry Braatz and Sally Stacy. Free Admission! Visit www.AlpacaHeritage.com for more information. Contact 1: Sally Stacy Contact 2: Ingrid Wood |
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October 16 -
17
2010 |
Lexington, VA |
VAOBA Alpaca Expo |
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November 13 -
14
2010 |
City of Industry, CA |
AlpacaFest West |
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November 20 -
21
2010 |
Conyers, GA |
The Royal Alpaca Challenge |
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November 27
2010 |
Tabernacle, NJ |
Alpaca Heritage Events' "Alpaca Holiday Sale" Sponsor: Jerry Braatz Join us for Alpaca Heritage Events’ "Alpaca Holiday Sale" at Jersey Breeders LLC in Tabernacle NJ. Shop for the holidays and load up on all your favorite alpaca garments, yarns, fiber and maybe even an alpaca or two! This event promotes animals and products sales from local alpaca breeders and caters to everyone from luxury apparel shoppers to fiber artists to breeders both new and established in the business. For additional information, please visit www.AlpacaHeritage.com. Contact 1: Jerry Braatz Contact 2: Ingrid Wood |
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