Walking Fleece Show ~ GCG
* It is the responsibility of every exhibitor to read, understand and adhere to the rules outlined in the current (2022) AOA Certified Show System Handbook. The handbook is available as a PDF download or can be purchased from AOA.
This information is from the 2022 Show System Handbook:
The Walking Fleece Show is an opportunity for the exhibitor to enter a fleece competition where the prime fleece is evaluated while still on the alpaca. Each fleece is judged individually against the AOA Walking Fleece Judging Scorecard on an absolute basis in contrast to halter judging which is judged on a comparative basis relative to the other alpacas in the class.
Conformation is not assessed.
An AOA Walking Fleece Scorecard will be completed for each alpaca in the course of the evaluation/judging process. Placements are made on a highest point basis once all evaluations are completed and tabulated. Oral comments by the Judge may be given during the hands-on evaluation.
This is a time consuming competition and exhibitors must be cognizant that they may need additional handlers, particularly if they are also participating in the regular halter classes which could very well be occurring simultaneously. PLEASE NOTE: If you do find you have a conflict between a Halter class and a Walking Fleece class the Halter class takes priority and you should report to the Halter class ring. Once the Halter class is completed, please report to the Walking Fleece ring.
For fall (July 1-December 31) shows: Fleece length minimums will follow the fleece length rules for Halter Shows. The Judge (Halter or Walking Fleece) has the authority to disqualify any alpaca that does not meet the minimum fleece length.
Huacayas: Minimum of 2 inches
Suris: Minimum of 3 inches
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