Openherd Event Schedule

Come join us and have a great time learning how to make your own nuno felted scarf. Learn the wet-felting technique that will create a luxurious alpaca scarf using silk fabrics and colorful yarns to accent the fiber base. You will fall in love with this beautiful piece of wearable art. They make a great gift too.

Each month on the 2nd Saturday we invite you to bring your spinning wheels or drop spindles and sit in our barn alongside our herd of suri alpacas and spin. We start at 10am and end at 2pm. We will spin for a couple of hours, take a short food break and then spin some more. You're welcome to join us as we spin some wonderful yarns and spin some wonderful new friendships each month. Please bring a snack to share, drinks are provided. It is a wonderful time. We do have drop spindles and spinning fiber available for new spinners. I have been busy carding fiber this week and have Medium Brown from Boots, Black from Irv, White from Maggie and Medium Fawn from Aztec. These will be available on Saturday along with some really neat Handcrafted all natural hardwood drop spindles.

If you do not spin and have no interest, join us anyway and bring your yarn patterns or projects or even your cross stitch. We have yarns and you will have a great time.

Some of our ladies and gents are pretty professional and will also bring show and tell for us all to see and further inspire our inner fiber passion!

If it gets too cold in the barn, we will go inside the house (we do have a patio heater but have not had to use it yet so not sure how warm it will keep it, please dress appropriately). Also, if there is bad, snowy or icy weather, we will NOT spin.........stay home where it is safe on those Saturdays.

Harley Hill Farm, and Lori Oraschin of Oraschin and Associates is offering a informational packed afternoon to help the new breeder or those considering purchasing their first alpacas.
Learn how you can dramatically increase your income tax refunds. Lori will also be teaching how to calculate ROI, "Return on Investment"
This workshop is offered free of charge and is limited to only 12 participants, so register early!
Time: 1:00 until 4:00 pm

Now scheduling for the following areas: MT,ND,SD,WY,CO,NM,NE,KS,OK,TX,MN,IA, MO,AR,LA,MS,TN,KY,IL,IN,OH

EXACT ROUTE WILL BE BASED ON CLIENT NEED--Call for any request.

Herd dispersal? Relocation? Need to get animals home after breeding or send a male to stand stud? Homestead Alpaca Transport offers prompt, personalized and professional transport service nationwide. We know alpacas and have the experience, both as alpaca owners and transporters to get your animals to their destination.

Call us at 419-443-8486 or visit our main web site at http://www.homesteadalpacatransport.com to read about services, see the latest ad, request a quote or review the contracts.

Our company was created in 2003 to assist farms with all their alpaca transport needs. With three distinct vehicles (the paca van, a medium and luxury trailer) and lots of experience, we can accommodate almost any transport request in a timely fashion. We set up routes based on client needs in addition to our pre-determined seasonal trips

Come to Cinco C's Alpacas for an afternoon of knitting and fun. Knitting instructor Bonnie Mahoney will provide unique patterns and guide participants through the chosen techniques. Participants will choose a skein of yarn from a selection of our current stock. Attendees will depart with materials and knowledge to complete this project. As a member of this class you will be eligible for discounted pricing on additional yarn purchased during the class. The 3 hour class begins at 1 p.m. and is appropriate for any level of experience except those with no knitting experience. A refundable $25 deposit will reserve your space. Call for more information and to reserve your space.

Design and create a purse that is a work of art! In this class we will using the wet felting method which is done using the raw washed and carded fiber from alpacas. Combine it with warm, soapy water and rub to create a lovely and durable fabric. No knitting is involved in this type of felting, and no fiber art experience is required to have a great time creating a one-of-a-kind piece. If you want to use your own carded fiber, please note that when registering.

You may register for this class at www.alpacameadows.com or call Julie Petty at (419) 529-8152. Space is limited and advance registration is a must :o)

SoCalpaca Members - We are Teaming Up With ABA in Hosting the SWRAS! The Show will alternate between AZ and So Cal every other year. Please show your support and help us to make our show a big success!!

The 2012 show is shaping up to be another great event in the desert Southwest. We will be at the great venue of the Arizona State Fair Grounds, in Phoenix Arizona and we are expecting the continued representation of high quality animals and products that have graced the show's precence in the past.

The alpacas will be judged under the watchful eyes and hands of
Polly Michaelis
Jude Anderson
Learn more about our great judges here.


You are not going to want to miss SWRAS 2012.

For additional information please visit the event web site.

Our little Paca Shop is open on weekends through February from 12-4.
Come by and see what's new!

Come join us and have a great time learning how to make your own Alpac slipper booties. Learn the wet felting technique that will create warm and comfy booties. This class is recommended for people who have done some felting already. You will complete the basic boot in class and suggestions for ornamentation will be given at the end of the class.

Alpaca marketing event.

Class room covers: Mornings dedicated to learning the Theory of Sorting as well as the nuts and bolts of fiber. This includes: Fiber Basics, Understanding Histograms and Skin Biopsies, Fiber Attributes that Affect Processing, Understanding Grades, Textile basics, Value and Advantage of Certified Sorted® fiber. Management for shearing days as well as tips to help you make the most of your fiber harvest. We cover many fiber types. Afternoon hands on covers: Afternoons will be “hands on” activities that focus on learning how to sort using the Certified Sorted ® system. This includes: Learning to identify micron/grade, Sorting fleeces utilizing the system, identify primary fibers and secondary fibers, using the sort records and sort inventory to assist the breeder ….

Join us March 4-6, 2012 in Valencia for the California Small Farm Conference! SoCalpaca will be manning a booth to spread the word about the alpaca industry and our organization.

The California Small Farm Conference is the state's premier gathering of small farmers, agricultural students, farmers’ market managers and others involved in the small farm industry. The three day educational conference includes day-long short courses and on-farm tours; focused workshops; engaging keynote addresses and numerous networking opportunities. Everything you need to plan a Big Future.

Nationally know fiber expert, Wini Labrecque will be at Cinco C's Alpacas.

Join us for this fun, colorful class as we learn the basics of dyeing.

Participants will 'hand paint' 100% alpaca yarn using fiber reactive dyes, then heat set the dyes using a microwave. Small sampler skeins of alpaca blend yarns will also be provided to experiment and see the effect the dyes have on the blends. Participants will take home their hand painted skeins of yarn along with the skills necessary to do the task at home.

Different dye materials will be discussed including the advantages/disadvantages of each along with different techniques of dyeing the skeins.

The fee includes two skeins of 100% alpaca yarn, dyes and all materials necessary to complete the project during class. Additional skeins will be available for purchase. Wear clothes you are not afraid to get dye on! Dyes will be premixed so masks are not necessary (technique will be discussed).

A $25 refundable deposit will reserve your space.
Call today for more information and reserve your space.

Birthing season is right around the corner! Are you ready to assist the dam in the event she has difficulty? Spring and birthing season is a long anticipated time. We want healthy, nursing crias up and running around. If you would like more information about how to know if your dam is in distress, if she is experiencing a uterine torsion, how to reverse a uterine torsion, and what causes a uterine torsion, this seminar may be just the place to gain this information and much more.
Dr. Cheryl DeWitt will guide you through this one day clinic comprised of a morning of lecture on female reproductive/breeding; anatomy and physiology, breeding and pregnancy diagnosis options, gestational development, care of the pregnant dam, normal and abnormal creation, and care of the newborn as well as the high-risk cria.
The afternoon will provide hands-on “wet lab” uterine simulators for registrants to identify the contents of the uterus, discuss proposed delivery plans, identifying and correcting dystocias to deliver the cria safely, emergency training, and a lot of fun.
deformities, hernia and more…..

Lou & Melissa Ferrara Bill & Denise Curran
New England Alpacas Stone Bridge Alpacas
14 Bethke Rd. 116 Crary Rd.
Killingworth, CT 06419 Griswold, CT 06351
860-663-3482 860-376-5027
www.nealpacas.com www.stonebridgealpacas.com

This in-depth, VERY hands-on seminar will teach you the basic skills needed to shear alpacas and includes two days of intense classroom and hands-on training, including actual shearing time both days for all participants.

Also included is free housing for all out of town participants, full breakfast and lunch both days, a custom shearing manual, and a $500 credit voucher good toward the purchase of a breeding or animal at Magical Farms.

This seminar will cover...

Shearing Equipment: The pros and cons of various shearing machines (Heiniger, Oster, Premier), Blade selection, Oils, Ropes etc.

Set-up Area: Lighting, Electric Needs, Surface Area, Animal Flow, Gates, Catch Pens.

Animal Handling: Safely catching and restraining your animals, ways to minimize alpaca (and human!) stress.

Shearing: Shearing patterns, how to follow the contour of the animals to get the best cut, different styles of cuts, fleece handling as it comes off the animal.

Plenty of time is allowed for all questions that come up.

Only 12 participants will be registered in each class to promote an intimate learning environment.

Please note: This seminar is not part of our free seminar series.

This seminar is for those that have at least one season of shearing experience already, or have taken Matt's "Shearing 101" seminar previously. It is not for the beginning shearer. It includes hands-on shearing time for all participants.

Matt will discuss how to make the most efficient strokes to lessen the animal's time in the ropes, grinding techniques, rebuilding clippers,
9-tooth combs, exercises and clothing for the shearer, and tips and advice on running your own shearing business.

Ample time will be allowed for questions. Lunch is included. All participants will receive a $300. credit voucher good towards the purchase of an animal or breeding at Magical Farms.

Please Note: This seminar is not included in the free seminar series.

Come join us here at beautiful Harley Hill Farm for an afternoon of Fun and Education
This seminar is designed to give the new or perspective alpaca owner information on starting their farm.
Here are just a few of the topics to be covered:
Entity Choice - Corporation, LLC or Sole-Proprietor
Getting your EIN number and registering your farm business
Recordkeeping
AND THE FUN PART!
Barns, Pens, and Pastures
Basic Alpaca Nutrition
The top ten list of equipment for alpaca owners
AND MUCH MUCH MORE!
wE WILL BE MEETING IN THE OLD BANK BARN "WITH A FIREPLACE", so weather is not an issue.
Please RSVP by phone or e-mail if you would like to attend

There are many aspects of this wonderful industry. We'll help you explore the possibilities to fit your lifestyle and desires. From investment and financial considerations to fiber and what to do with it. We'll talk about fencing, facilities, pastures, nutrition and husbandry. Then we'll give you hands-on information about selecting alpacas for your purpose. Please wear appropriate clothing as we will spend time in the barn. This begins at 10 a.m. and continues until your questions are answered.

This class is $35 or $50 per couple, includes print material and lunch. Please call to reserve your space as space is limited.

March 24-25 (Check-in for exhibitors is March 23rd).

HALTER REGISTRATION open! Judging by AOBA Judges Amanda Vandenbosch and Sharon Loner!

FLEECE SHOWS are great for getting those fleeces evaluated, especially when you are not able to take the animal to the show. YOUR 4TH FLEECE ENTERED IS FREE!!!

OTHER COMPETIONS OR EVENTS GOING ON AT THE SHOW:

- FIBER ARTS/SKEINS - Entry Fee discounted to MOPACA Members!

- PHOTO CONTEST - Don't forget - $50 CASH PRIZE FOR JUDGE’S CHOICE!

- ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES - Don’t miss out on listing your herd sire, or selling an alpaca in our For Sale and Herd Sire Service section of the show book, or run a farm ad various sizes available. Ad fees discounted to MOPACA Members! The show book will be direct mailed to AOBA members!!!

- ENHANCED SPONSORSHIP LEVELS! - Our new sponsorship levels have been a hit and there is still time to be a show SPONSOR. NEW PERKS added to some of these sponsorship levels. Check them out online!

- EDUCATION CLASSES - Seminars from Alpaca Registry Inc., throughout the day! Also, if you want to learn more about fiber arts and alpaca fiber, there will be demonstrations in our Demonstrations Corner throughout the event!

- WANTED VENDORS! Be a vendor and sell your wares at the MOPACA Invitational Alpaca Show!

Visit http://www.mopaca.org/showinfo.shtml for all the information you need on the MOPACA Invitational Alpaca Show as well as becoming a member of MOPACA (accepting members nationwide!).

THE SHOW COMMITTEE IS LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING ALL OF YOU AT MIAS 2011

This is a weekend that will help you decide if the alpaca business meets your needs and expectations. For many people in the alpaca industry, this is their first attempt at raising livestock, starting their own business, or doing something that is really "out of the box". It is a financial and time commitment that needs careful consideration and lots of information in order to make educated decisions. We will spend two days looking into the alpaca business... from financial aspects to taking care of alpacas on a daily basis.

Saturday: Overview of the alpaca business, facility and equipment recommendations, financial considerations, evaluating fiber and conformation, business opportunities within the alpaca industry. Our workshop area allows for comfortable small group discussions for the morning session. The afternoon will be spent in the barn evaluating alpacas.

Sunday: Alpacas are easy to care for, but they do require care. Sunday will be spent talking about pasture maintenance, husbandry protocols, nutrition, and daily care. Theory will be combined with hands-on practice with toe nail trimming, administering oral medication and handling for vet care. This is the day to help you feel comfortable in the routine care and handling of alpacas.

We understand the apprehension and concerns that face many new prospective owners and take care to represent the industry, ownership responsibilities, and alpaca "realities" in a straightforward manner. We love the business and want others to have the same positive experience we have enjoyed.

TIME: 10:00am-4:00pm
COST: $50 for each day or $75 for both days. Two people from one farm (or future farm!) can attend both days for $125
INCLUDED: Lunch, workshop notebook, refreshments

Registration is limited to insure individual attention. Contact us for registration details.

The UC Small Farm Program and UC Cooperative Extension are working with local partners to offer two series' of hands-on, interactive agritourism planning classes for farmers and ranchers.

Glenn, Tehama, Colusa, Shasta and Butte County farmers and ranchers are encouraged to sign up for the three-session course offered in Orland.

Fresno, Madera, Merced, Tulare and Kings County farmers and ranchers are encouraged to sign up for the three-session course offered in Fresno
Local pioneering agritourism operators will share their own experiences and will be part of a supportive network of advisors as class participants plan and start new businesses.
Participants will learn from experts in business planning, regulatory compliance, risk management, hospitality and cost-effective marketing, including social media.
Experienced teachers will use individual exercises, small group activities and follow-up homework assignments to help participants assess their own farms or ranches for agritourism potential and start their own business, risk management and marketing plans.
Each participant will receive a free copy of the extensive manual, Agritourism and Nature Tourism in California, which will be used as a text for the class.
Agritourism Intensive (Orland class)
When: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Wednesdays Nov. 30, Jan. 18, March 28
Where: Glenn County Farm Bureau, 831 5th Street in Orland
Registration: $25 for all three sessions before Nov. 23 ($30 after)
Register for the Glenn County workshop series (pay online or at the door)
Glenn County class flier (please share)
Glenn County class syllabus

A Guide to Agritourism (Fresno class)
When: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Thursday Dec. 8, Wednesdays Jan. 25 & March 14
Where: Fresno County Farm Bureau, 1274 W. Hedges Ave. in Fresno
Registration: $25 for all three sessions before Dec. 1 ($30 after)
Register for the Fresno County workshop series (pay online or at the door)
Fresno County class flier (please share)

Check our website for our current specials.
www.CaponBridgeFiberWorks.com
Also on Face Book at Capon Bridge Fiber Works.

This 1 day class is a very involved day, 9 a.m. till we are finished, limited to 4 participants, so all can get the personalized time I believe is needed for the participants to get the hands on attention that creates a safe and calm environment. Shearing can be taught by the table method or on the ground stretch method, only one will be covered per day. I attempt to get each person to shear 1 alpaca each, more will be available if class moves along. Suri and Huacaya are available to learn on but I am limited in Suri so 1 class will be held for Suri. The cost is $275 which includes a copy of my "Comprehensive Guide to Shearing the Alpaca" it covers shearing a alpaca from beginning to end and then some. Also included a pair of gloves, apron and lunch from one of the local establishments we have great food available. I cover all equipment info and a wide variety of the tricks I have learned to make your shearing day an easy day.

For now I will not set which day for Suri to see if I can accommodate more people I am always game on setting up another date for Suri earlier in the season even on a weekday if available.

Due to the limited space a refundable deposit $100 is required to hold a spot. Upon receipt of deposit I will send the copy of my manual. If you cannot attend your scheduled class you may reschedule for a class in the same season. If this cannot be achieved a refund of $65 will be mailed immediately.

Thank you for showing interest in shearing, it is all about the fleece and how much usable fleece is harvested from these cool creatures hope you can join me in my adventure, feel free to call or email with any other questions.

Before you jump in... get your feet wet by attending the two day hands on clinic "Immerse Yourself In Alpacas" held at the MoLi Ranch on April 14-15, 2012. Directed by Nancy Ogan of Double "O" Good Alpacas. Contact the ranch today to reserve your spot. Learn from the Best!!! This clinic is for those that are thinking about becoming Alpaca Owners or those that just started and want a refresher course. Continental Breakfast, Lunch and a dinner Saturday night. What else could you ask for... Contact Lisa @ The MoLi Ranch Today!

Level IV Halter & Level II Fleece
Fiber Arts ~ Open to All
Photo Contest - Open to All
Halter & Fleece with ARI/Dual registration welcome. The MN Alpaca Expo has joined up with 3 other Fleece shows to help you with your shipping. Please check website for full details to enter 4 fleece shows and save $$$$!
Alpacas are making history with our 4th Annual Alpaca Level IV Halter & Level II Fleece Show. This is a truly unique venture for the whole family. You’ve simply never had the opportunity to attend a true Alpaca event in Minnesota of this nature and now you can. Their big beautiful eyes, phenomenal colors and gentle disposition will grab your attention. They are wonderful in presence with one of the most luxurious fibers of many colors, known to man. The splendor of Alpacas has won many hearts of all ages. The humming sounds will have you grinning from ear to ear.
Vendors at the Expo are not the norm! We were able to design a different and unusual array of shopping. This is a must see!
Consessions: Mini Doughnuts, Gyros, Pizza, Corn Dogs, Kettle Korn, and More>>>>
WARNING: Alpaca can cause uncontrollable smiles, warm fuzzy feeling and may be addictive!

This 1 day class is a very involved day, 9 a.m. till we are finished, limited to 4 participants, so all can get the personalized time I believe is needed for the participants to get the hands on attention that creates a safe and calm environment. Shearing can be taught by the table method or on the ground stretch method, only one will be covered per day. I attempt to get each person to shear 1 alpaca each, more will be available if class moves along. Suri and Huacaya are available to learn on but I am limited in Suri so 1 class will be held for Suri. The cost is $275 which includes a copy of my "Comprehensive Guide to Shearing the Alpaca" it covers shearing a alpaca from beginning to end and then some. Also included a pair of gloves, apron and lunch from one of the local establishments we have great food available. I cover all equipment info and a wide variety of the tricks I have learned to make your shearing day an easy day.

For now I will not set which day for Suri to see if I can accommodate more people I am always game on setting up another date for Suri earlier in the season even on a weekday if available.

Due to the limited space a refundable deposit $100 is required to hold a spot. Upon receipt of deposit I will send the copy of my manual. If you cannot attend your scheduled class you may reschedule for a class in the same season. If this cannot be achieved a refund of $65 will be mailed immediately.

Thank you for showing interest in shearing, it is all about the fleece and how much usable fleece is harvested from these cool creatures hope you can join me in my adventure, feel free to call or email with any other questions.

Please join us for an exciting day at the Midwest Select Alpaca Auction!!

Date: May 12th, 2012

Location: Longview Grange Alpacas, WI

Time: Auction Sale Preview 9am-1PM

Auciton: 1PM-4:30PM

Only 36 select lots will be the spotlight for the day! This is a collection of just Midwest breeders with their consignments at this very laid back auction. If you've never been to an auction or are intimidated by auctions, this is the one to come to.

34 of the 36 losts sold last year with prices from $1500-$10,500. A great venue for any alpaca enthusiast! RSVP NOW!

The CABA Classic May 12th & 13th 2012.

The biggest and the BEST alpaca show in the Northwest.

Judges: Peter Kennedy & Jill MacLeod for Halter Show, Cheryl Gehly for Fleece Show.
Halter Show, Level 4
Fleece Show Level 3
Features include: Spin Off Competition, Photo Contest, Fleece Show, Halter Show, Vendors, Herdsire Breedings live auction at dinner on Saturday night, and Silent Auction
The show is held in a superbly equipped climate controlled building very close to hotels and I-5.

Feature event is the Classic Alpaca Fiber Academy Friday afternoon. Jude Anderson, Amanda VandenBosch and Cheryl Ghely will give a hands on presentation in fiber evaluation especially for making breeding decisions. Learn in small groups with the chance to personally interact with your tutor as much as you want! Priority check in for participants. This amount of alpaca fiber expertise has NEVER been offered before at an alpaca event. $50 per head.

Fleece show judging concludes prior to the Halter show start on Saturday a.m. Fleeces are on display in the Fleece Showcase all weekend. Great exposure for farms participating in the fleece show. Fleece Judge Cheryl Gehly awards ribbons in the show ring on Saturday a.m. at the beginning of the show. She is then available for questions and demonstrations all day in the Fleece Showcase. Fleece exhibitors from last year celebrated the chance to show off their stuff and get hands on feedback. This is an excellent chance for those new to fleece showing to learn from the most experienced fleece judge in the country.

Get along to the CABA Classic. Exhibitors from past Classics rave about the quality of the check in, the help they get with unloading and set up. They love the atmosphere of a “friendly” show, the professional facility and the ease of getting there. But especially they love the quality of animals, the level of judging expertise and the sincere effort to help exhibitors feel welcome and comfortable.

During this One Day seminar you will be introduced to:
- Getting Started and Building a Research Library.
- History of the Alpacas and the Alpaca Industry.
- Basic Farm Design, Shelter, Pastures, and Tack essentials
- Fundamentals of Diet, Daily Chores, Routine Medical Care and Shearing.
- Choosing Alpacas to meet your Investment Goals and Herd Growth.
- Marketing, Alpaca Shows, Farm Tours, and Fiber Workshops.
- Business Planning and Tax Benefits.
- Hands-On Experience with an Alpaca.

This one day exciting seminar focuses on answering the questions that one may have if interested in entering the alpaca business.

PRESENTED BY: Sherry McEvoy of Alpaca Pastures of Virginia, Inc.
DATE: May 19, 2012 (Saturday)
TIME: 8:30am to 5:00pm

COST: ONLY $50 per person

INCLUDES:
- The materials included with the Alpaca Basics Seminar are:
- A methodically prepared 65+ page full color Alpaca Basics presentation.
-- Written and presented by Sherry L. McEvoy.
- A Start Up Expense Calculator.
- A Personalized Five Year Investment Plan Calculator.
- Continental Breakfast served between 8:30am and 9:00am
- Lunch served around noon.

CLASS SIZE: 12 people

** Registration Forms are on our website!!

EasyGo Farm is co-hosting the annual Open Barn at Alpacas of Oregon.
In the midst of Washington County's wine country, the farm is conveniently located to provide a pleasant break from the annual winery tours.

You're invited to meet the alpaca babies and their mothers.
Check out the proud papas - our alpaca herdsires.
Get nose to nose with less expensive fiber boys - alpacas for fiber artists, 4-H, companions, or pasture ornaments and lawn mowers.

There will be many alpacas for sale - males and females, colored and white, breeding stock or fiber production animals - at affordable prices.

Talk with long-time breeders about the alpaca and fiber business and about starting your own farm. If you're curious about fleece producing animals - sheep, goats, llamas, alpacas - we've raised them all and love to talk about them.

Watch as fleece is prepared for spinning, then handspun into beautiful yarn. Bring your spindle or wheel - or borrow ours - and give it a try for yourself.

In addition, the Barn Store is stocked luxurious alpaca products: fleece and roving for handspinners, yarn for knitters, sweaters, scarves, socks, and more, many handcrafted.

We'll be open from 10:00 till 4:00, Saturday and Sunday.

Northeast Wisconsin Alpaca Basics Clinic cordially invites you to visit beautiful Northeast Wisconsin to learn firsthand 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.

Grow your knowledge while touring two alpaca farms representing nearly 160 alpacas. Get advice and have questions answered by some of the highest regarded representatives in the industry; an AOBA Certified Alpaca Judge/Trainer & the successful owners of these two farms. Experience first hand what it is like to interact with these gentle and captivating animals in our clinic sessions. You will learn about basic alpaca health, feed, handling, farm set ups, husbandry and what incredible tax advantages they offer! You will get a crash course on fiber characteristics and conformational aspects about the alpaca. This clinic will help you identify what you are buying and if the business is right for you.

Meals & handouts are included. Car pooling is available for transport between the two farms. Space for this clinic is limited and can only be offered on a first come basis. There are lots of opportunities to handling the alpacas, gather ideas and ask these successful breeders how they did it!
This is the longest running Alpaca Basics clinic throughout the Midwest paralleling the credentials of its presenters. Our experience, sweat and efforts are poured into this clinic to give you an advantage while starting out.

Sign up now before spots are full. Meals & beverages for the day are included.


Limited guests. $100/person, $175/couple contact LondonDairy Alpacas 1-877-947-7222 ; ldalpacas@charter.net

Get your fleeces ready for the 1st Annual 2012 American Fiber Rally. Be a part of this Level I show or check out our great sponsor packages! Get your name out there during this great fleece show that is taking place along with a large festival 20,000+ people.

This day and a-half long seminar is designed to help new and existing alpaca breeders as well as those just exploring the possibilities of owning alpacas. The event is packed full of great alpaca information. Learn to build for success in selecting the best alpacas, setting up your farm, keeping your alpacas healthy, running a profitable alpaca business and much more!

The event will be held on:

Friday, June 22th from 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Saturday, June 23th from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Mark your calendar today! This event will answer many question you have and will get you off to a great start in pursuing your goal of owing alpacas. Here are some highlights:

This a one of a kind event! Come to beautIful Harley Hill Farm in Bucks County PA to attend seminars, talk with 12 different local breeders, and see more 3 in 1 alpaca packages for sale than at any other auction or event nationwide!
There will be both Huacaya and Suri slpacas available for sale.
Each breeder will have at least one Mom with cria at side, and either already rebred or wIth a free breeding.
There will also be many other alpacas for sale in every color and size.
All alpacas will be shorn, so you can see their true conformation, and each alpaca will have it's 2011 sheared blanket for you to see, touch and evaluate.
Please RSVP if you would like to attend any of the seminars.
Save the date and join in 2 days of education, excitement and FUN.
Farm open each day from 10 am until 5 pm
Complimentary continental breakfast, drinks and snacks available throughout the day.
Lunch will be provided by Bucks County Pronkers Alpaca/Llama Club
HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

Norm Evans: Neonatal Plus seminar/lab!
Seminar Topics Include:
•Pre-Breeding Concerns: Nutrition, Body Condition & Parasites
•Sire and Dam Selection: Keeping Fitness and Breeding Goals in Mind
•Understanding Ovarian Cycles & Female Behavior
•Infertility: Causes, Diagnosis and Treatments
•Breeding-Soundness Exams-Male and Female
•Pregnancy Diagnosis with Ultrasound Views of Several Stages
•Assessment of the Dam and Newborn Cria
•Cria Issues: Diarrhea, Failure of Passive Transfer, Tube Feeding, Weak Neonates, Preemies, etc.
•Normal and Abnormal Births: Manual and Surgical Correction

In this dynamic one-day class, 8am to 4:30pm,


Fees received before April 30th: $150, second person from same farm $75
Fees June 1-June30th: $175, second person from same farm $100
Fees July 1-July10th: $200, second person from same farm $150

Fee includes refreshments, lunch, and printed materials, hands on simulated birthing situations.

Come Friday, July 13th, wine social 7:00-9:00PM at LondonDairy Alpacas. Come the evening, July 14th, after the seminar, for complimentary dinner and drinks • Open question / answers with Norm Evans, D.V.M.

Lodging available:
· Fox Hills Golf Resort 1-800-950-7615. Ask for the LondonDairy Alpacas Summer rate. Fox Hills is just 3.5 miles North of our ranch off Hwy 147 in the town of Mishicot. www.fox-hills.com (Ask for the LondonDairy rate of $89.00)
· Light House Inn on the Lake 920-793-4524. Ask for the LondonDairy Alpaca Summer rate. The Light House Inn is just 1 mile away in Two Rivers. www.lhinn.com
Registration: Contact www.LondonDairyAlpacas.com 920-793-4165

We would like to share with everyone the magic of living on an alpaca farm. Come Join us, bring a blanket and a picnic basket and watch the sunset over the fields as you enjoy the alpacas along with 6 baby crias as they play and run! Bring the kids and feed the alpacas carrot slices (their favorite!). We will have educational guided tours and can help answer any questions about what it is like to farm with these amazing animals. The wonderland barn alpaca store will be open and you can purchase yarn, clothing and gifts made from the fiber of our own alpacas! Visit our website at www.harleyhillfarm.com for more details as the event gets closer. There is NO CHARGE for you to come visit and experience what we are fortunate enough to live every day. Come see what the magic is all about!

The Cambridge Fiber Fair and Alpaca Pen Sale was conceived to promote the sale of domestically raised and processed fiber and fleece. If you know a crafter; spinner, weaver, knitter or crochet lover, this show is one that should be marked on their calendar. In addition to fleece and fiber of varied types, the fair will host an alpaca pen sale--a great opportunity to see, touch and, perhaps purchase, a fantastic fiber-bearing animal to compliment your current herd, or to begin the process! We look forward to seeing you at the Isanti County Fair Grounds in Cambridge, Minnesota on October 13th!

Alpacas in the Ozarks - Regional Show is held each year in November the weekend after Thanksgiving. This event is held at the beautiful Pauline Whitaker Animal Sciences Arena on the campus of the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville. We have a spin-off competition, halter competition and a fun obstacle course for the younger ones.

This arena is located in Fayetteville, Arkansas just off of I-540 exit 66 then on Hwy 112 South for one mile.

The Pauline Whitaker Arena is usually booked by University students for animal events such as Lippitor stallions and other events such as horse shows and sales.

Our Alpaca show has been in existence for six years now and we expect it to continue to be a big alpaca event here in the Ozarks.

Homestead Alpaca transport will be in Oklahoma around December 19th and heading back towards Ohio. We have room for alpacas that need to go to Kansas, Missouri, Arizona, Tennessee, Kentucky, Ilinois, Indiana or Ohio----or nearby states.

Excellent rates as we are "headed home." 36' stainless steel trailer with capacity to seperate gender or age groups. Experienced driver who KNOWS ALPACAS and has driven nationwide.

Give us a call at 419-443-8486 or 567-230-2973.

This Farmer's Market takes place each Saturday April through mid-October near the libray in historic Coupeville, on central Whidbey Island. Savor the local flavors of the nearby farms, enjoy home-baked goods, find a new treasure from one of the many talented local artisans, and of course, don't forget to visit our booth where you can feel a variety of soft alpaca yarns, rovings and other products.

You may also wish to take home a couple of lavender sachets. There are 5 varieties and over 100 lavender plants grown at Frosen Acres Alpacas. We will be offering wreaths, wands, fresh, dried, and live plants by mid July to August depending upon the weather. See you there!