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
Email: 
Website: www.goldenspiritalpaca.com
Phone: 813-920-2475

Allentown,
NJ

EAAS - Eastern Alliance Alpaca Sale
Sponsor: Rose Mogerman

(EAAS) Eastern Alliance Alpaca Sale
Located : Horse Park of NJ
Saturday February 27, 2010

Breeding & Fiber Alpacas, Herdsires
Fiber, Yarn and Alpaca Products

Seminars and vendors too!

www.easternalliancealpacas.com

Contact 1: Rose Mogerman
Email: 
Website: www.easternalliancealpacas.com
Phone: 732-620-1052

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.

This is a family friendly event, so bring the kids to see the new alpaca and llama babies.

Contact 1: Virginia Lyons
Email: 
Website: www.ableoaks.com/events.html
Phone: 903-530-1009

Augusta,
NJ

New Jersey Alpaca Show and Sale
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

Shelbyville,
TN

Southern Select
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

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
Email: 
Website: www.SunriseRiverAlpacas.com
Phone: 651-674-5690

Contact 2: Betty Carlson
Email: 
Website: www.SpiritSongAlpacas.net
Phone: 651-583-2355

Killingworth,
CT

Alpaca 101 Seminar
Sponsor: New England Alpacas

Perfect seminar for folks looking to raise alpacas for pet or profit. We cover such topics as barns and fencing, general care, nutrition, veterinary care, fiber qualities and usage, and much more! Free of charge and imited to 16 attendees so reserve your space now!!!

Contact 1: Melissa Ferrara
Email: 
Website: www.nealpacas.com
Phone: 860-663-3482

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
Email: 
Website: www.alpacas.com
Phone: 503-628-3110

Contact 2: Mike Safley
Email: 
Website: www.alpacas.com
Phone: 503-628-3110

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
Email: 
Website: www.alpacas.com
Phone: 503-628-3110

Contact 2: Mike Safley
Email: 
Website: www.alpacas.com
Phone: 503-628-3110

Pheonix,
AZ

Southwest Regional Alpaca Show
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

North Augusta,
SC

Palmetto Alpaca Classic
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

Columbus,
OH

Best of the US Alpaca Show - Columbus, OH
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

Lexington,
VA

The Virginia Classic
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

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
Email: 
Website: www.pucara-alpacas.com
Phone: 503 843 3939

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.
Time: 8 am to 5 pm. CLASS LIMITED to 20 people.

Contact 1: Jane Korbar
Email: 
Phone: 570-374-1016

Neenah,
WI

Spring Bling Alpaca Show
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

Rochester,
NY

The Alpaca Maturity
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

Kansas City,
MO

MOPACA Invitational Alpaca Show
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

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
Email: 
Website: www.StormwindAlpacas.com
Phone: 609-261-0696

Contact 2: Sally Stacy
Email: 
Website: www.Pronkers.net
Phone: 908-238-1375

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
Email: 
Website: www.doubleogood.com
Phone: 703-753-2398

Jarrettsville,
MD

Alpaca Seminar Weekend
Sponsor: Criative Acres

This weekend long seminar is the perfect course for new and prospective Alpaca owners. We will show both Huacaya and Suri alpacas and discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each style of fleece.

We will show you how to select and care for your starter herd, as well as provide hands-on experience with the alpacas.

Additionally, we will show you how to skirt and sort your fiber and prepare show fleeces.

You will not want to miss this seminar!

Contact 1: Renee Petersam
Email: 
Website: www.criativeacres.com
Phone: 410-557-6869

Springfield,
IL

IAOBA - Update - New summer show dates coming soon
(AOBA Certification-PENDING: Click here for more information)

Fort Wayne,
IN

Indiana Alpaca Invitational
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

Springfield,
MA

North American Alpaca Show
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

Puyallup,
WA

Alpacapalooza - **Cancelled for 2010 - will likely return in 2011
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

Ridgefield,
WA

Alpaca Western Extravaganza
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

Owatonna,
MN

Minnesota Alpaca Expo
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

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
Email: 
Website: www.doubleogood.com
Phone: 703-753-2398

Ridgefield,
WA

Hidden Treasures Pen Sale at AWE
Sponsor: Thunder Mountain Alpacas

This Pen Sale offers top quality female alpacas, both suri and huacaya direct from some of the top small farm breeders in the West. Held at the same time and place as the Alpaca Western Extravaganza AWE regional show, there will be plenty to see. Lots of fun for the whole family! Come see the excitement, and find an alpaca or two of your own at this First-of-its-Kind Pen Sale!

Contact 1: Shelley Moore
Email: 
Website: www.hiddentreasuresalpacaevents.com
Phone: 360-601-5029

Contact 2: Robert Cross - Thunder Mountain Alpacas
Email: 
Website: www.ThunderMountainAlpacas.com
Phone: 360 666-4553

Rusk,
TX

Free Open Ranch Day
Sponsor: Able Oaks Ranch Alpacas

This is the last opportunity to see the alpacas and mini-llamas in full fleece before shearing! 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.

This is a family friendly event, so bring the kids to see the new alpaca and llama babies.

Contact 1: Virginia Lyons
Email: 
Website: http://www.ableoaks.com/events.html
Phone: 903-530-1009

Thousand Oaks,
CA

Fun with Fecals 2
Sponsor: 925 Suris of Sterling Alpacas

Get the scoop on poop! in this one day "hands on" seminar. We will teach you how to do your own camelid fecal screenings to detect, identify and treat parasites within your own herd. Dr. Jana Smith, DVM will join us to talk about the clinical symptoms, proper treatments, and theory of de-worming.

Time: 9 am - 4 pm

Cost: $80 (reserve by 3/26)

Space is limited, reservations a must!

Check our website www.925suris.com for more information.

Contact 1: Nancy Helwig
Email: 
Website: www.925suris.com
Phone: 805-217-5491

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.

Enjoy morning lecture with power-point presentation. Female reproduction/breeding; reproductive anatomy/physiology, breeding/pregnancy diagnosis options, gestational development and much more!

Afternoon “wet-lab” using uterine simulators, will challenge registrants to diagnose the contents of the uterus, discuss a proposed delivery plan, and identify/correct dystocias to deliver the cria safely.

Invaluable emergency training, and a lot of fun!

Course-book-breakfast/lunch provided. Class size very limited. 9:30am-6pm. Additional clinic, 04/11/2010 may be available. Please inquire.

Contact 1: Barbara Ronchetti
Email: 
Website: www.islandalpaca.com
Phone: 508-693-5554

Contact 2: Hotel w/10% Discount: Mention "Alpaca Clinic"
Email: 
Website: www.mvmansionhouse.com/
Phone: 800-332-4112

Thousand Oaks,
CA

Open Ranch Day
Sponsor: 925 Suris of Sterling Alpacas

Join us for a day with the alpacas, free to the public, and fun for the whole family. Come meet the alpacas up close, and learn about their fiber.

Spinning, weaving, and felting demonstrations
Ranch store Open
*Yarn, roving and fleeces for sale
*Hand-made products made from our animals
Crafts for the kids
Special pricing on animals for sale
Raffle and Refreshments
FUN!

10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Check out our website for directions and more information!

Contact 1: Nancy Helwig
Email: 
Website: www.925suris.com
Phone: 805-217-5491

Allentown,
NJ

Alpaca Heritage Budget Caper
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

Westminster,
MD

Maryland Alpaca Show and Sale
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

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
Email: 
Website: www.southerniowaalpacas.com
Phone: 641-777-2175

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
Email: 
Website: CedarLaneAlpacas.com
Phone: 732-938-4185

Oklahoma City,
OK

The Futurity
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

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
Email: 
Website: http://www.ableoaks.com/events.html
Phone: 903-530-1009

Harrisburg,
PA

MAPACA 2010 Jubilee Presents: A One Day Camelidynamics Seminar with Marty McGee Bennett
Sponsor: MAPACA

9:30 am to 3:30 pm
$150 per person
MAPACA is offering a special Pre-Show Seminar with Marty McGee Bennett on Thursday, April 22, 2010 at the Farm Show Complex. If you are exhibiting at the show, you can check in early, take your animals to the training with you, and practice all day under Marty’s helpful and watchful eye! If you are not exhibiting at the show, you can still
learn all day with Marty, using someone else's alpacas.

Contact 1: Terri Kinka
Email: 
Website: www.goldenglenalpacas.com
Phone: 717-587-2397

Contact 2: Kristie Smoker
Email: 
Website: www.sweetvalleysuris.com
Phone: 717-503-6168

Harrisburg,
PA

MAPACA Jubilee
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

Pleasaton,
CA

2010 California Classic
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

Madison,
WI

The Great Midwest Alpaca Festival
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

Pasco,
WA

North West Alpaca Showcase
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

Denver,
CO

Great Western Alpaca Show
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

Davisburg,
MI

Michigan Breeder's Show
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

Columbus,
OH

Buckeye Alpaca Show
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

Princeton,
IL

I-80 AlpacaFest 2010
(AOBA Certification-PENDING: Click here for more information)

Syracuse,
NY

North East Alpaca Expo
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

Granby,
MA

"NOT for Beginners Only" Neonatal Clinic and Wet Lab
Sponsor: Happy Hearts Alpaca Farm and OWL Acres Alpacas

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
Email: 
Phone: 413-245-4677

Contact 2: Pam DesJardins
Email: 
Phone: 413-530-0915

Hopkinton,
NH

New England Hands On Alpaca Fleece Off
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

Lake Elmo,
MN

Shepherd's Harvest Alpaca Fleece Show
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

Portland,
OR

CABA Classic
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

Fredericksburg,
TX

Bare Alpaca Romp & Expo
(AOBA Certified Show: Click here for more information)

York,
PA

PAOBA
(AOBA Certification-PENDING: Click here for more information)

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
Email: 
Website: www.doubleogood.com
Phone: 703-753-2398

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:
- 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.

COST: $50

Contact 1: Sherry McEvoy
Email: 
Website: www.AlpacaPasturesVA.com
Phone: (804) 449-1423

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
Email: 
Website: www.alpacanation.com/earthcaresuri.asp
Phone: 262-210-2080

Contact 2: Ed Geiser
Email: 
Website: www.alpacanation.com/earthcaresuri.asp
Phone: 262-534-4091

Ft. Wayne,
IN

AOBA National Show
(AOBA Certification-PENDING: Click here for more information)

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
Email: 
Website: www.pucara-alpacas.com
Phone: 503 843 3939

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!
Llamas and alpacas feel compelled to use the flight or fight response when they feel they are in danger. Learn which of your behaviors they find dangerous and threatening. Then, learn simple alternatives to these behaviors and you are on your way to restraint-free handling.
Please visit our website for more information.

Contact 1: Lori Jones
Email: 
Website: www.arribalinea.com
Phone: 905-862-0222

Two Rivers,
WI

Judge Wade Gease presents:Inside Secrets of Utilizing Alpaca Fiber!
Sponsor: LondonDairy Alpacas

Inside Secrets of Utilizing Alpaca Fiber

• Reacquaint yourself to micron evaluation skills
• Sorting practices
• Breeding trends and fleece styles
• Cottage vs Commercial industry outlooks
• Fleece blending & why
• Product ideas for your fleeces

Insights from Wade’s experience working with fleece in Peru mills, raising alpacas and judging are brought together for this cumulative hands on workshop.

Date: Saturday May 29th, 2010
Time: 8:30AM-2:00 PM
Where: LondonDairy Alpaca Ranch
Fee: $75/person; $25 second person

Contact 1: Wade Gease
Email: 
Website: www.LondonDairyAlpacas.com
Phone: 920-793-4165

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
Email: 
Website: www.doubleogood.com
Phone: 703-753-2398

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
Email: 
Website: www.AlpacaHeritage.com
Phone: 609-261-0696

Contact 2: Sally Stacy
Email: 
Website: www.AlpacaHeritage.com
Phone: 908-238-1375

Estes Park,
CO

Estes Park Wool Market
(AOBA Certification-PENDING: Click here for more information)

Beaverdam,
VA

Summer Seminars!! Hands-On Wet Felting with Alpaca Fiber
Sponsor: Sherry McEvoy of Alpaca Pastures of Virginia, Inc.

Seminar Includes:
- A list of supplies you’ll need to craft your own projects.
- How to Skirt & Card Fiber for Felting and Spinning.
- Hands-on Wet Felting with Alpaca Fiber.
- Craft: Beads for a Bracelet and Necklace, a Finger Puppet, Felted Soap, and a Change Purse.

Are you a Troop Leader, Alpaca Farmer, or Day Care Teacher?
This class will teach you “Easy Projects” you can do at your own group event.

TIME 12:00Noon - 5:00pm

Contact 1: Patrick or Sherry McEvoy
Email: 
Website: www.AlpacaPasturesVa.com
Phone: (804) 449-1423

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
Email: 
Website: www.alpacas-waba.org
Phone: 503 606-9070

Eugene,
OR

Alpaca Festival of Oregon (AFO)
(AOBA Certification-PENDING: Click here for more information)

Kewaunee/Two Rivers,
WI

NEWAlpaca Basics Clinic
Sponsor: Kele Alpacas and LondonDairy Alpacas

Learn first hand about the wonderful world of raising alpacas for fun and profit. Get advice and have questions answered by an AOBA Certified Alpaca Judge and the successful owners and breeders of these two farms. You will learn about basic alpaca health, tax advantages, farm set ups, husbandry and why their fiber is so special! Meals and handouts are included. Car pooling is available between farms. Cost: $100/Person $175/Two Persons from the same farm.

Contact 1: LeAnna Franklin
Email: 
Website: www.kelealpacas.com
Phone: 920-845-5571

Contact 2: Wade Gease
Email: 
Website: www.LondonDairyAlpacas.com
Phone: 877-947-7222

Quakertown,
PA

Mommy & Me Alpaca Pen Sale
Sponsor: Harley Hill Farm

SAVE THE DATE! JUNE 26, 2010
This will be our 2nd annual event that you won't want to miss!
One day event. 10am to 6 pm
FILLED WITH FUN AND EDUCATION!!!!
12 local farms with Moms, crias at side, and rebred or with a free breeding ( 3 in 1 ) packages.
Both Huacaya and Suri!
FREE Seminars, refreshments, and entertainment
Please e-mail us at
harleyhillfarm@live.com and request an event flyer!
or visit our website at www.harleyhillfarm.com
Bill and Lori Oraschin

Contact 1: Bill Oraschin
Email: 
Website: www.harleyhillfarm.com
Phone: 215-536-2841

Contact 2: Lori Oraschin
Email: 
Website: www.harleyhillfarm.com
Phone: 215-536-2841

St. Louis,
MO

Show Stock Sale-A-Bration
Sponsor: Dos Doñas Alpaca Farm

Dos Doñas Alpaca Farm invites you to our 2nd Annual Show Stock Sale-A-Bration. A Different Kind of Pen Sale! This sale features only show winners. All males in the sale have won a first or champion. All females are ribbon winners or dams of ribbon winners.

*Free Seminars with David Barboza & Dr. Brett Kaysen on Herd Selection, Breeding Strategies and Use of Advanced Technologies in Herd Improvement
*Pig Roast
*Attendance Prizes & Exclusive Drawings for Buyers

Contact 1: Kristina Flegel
Email: 
Website: www.dosdonas.com/pensale.html
Phone: (314) 504-4134

Contact 2: JoAnn Flegel
Email: 
Website: www.dosdonas.com/pensale.html
Phone: (314) 355-2030

Mishicot,
WI

Norm Evans: Midwest Herd Management Summer Conference!
Sponsor: LondonDairy Alpacas

Detailed Steps in Breeding Selection to Maximize Fiber
How to Produce Fiber that the Judge will Reward
Frequently Encountered Alpaca Management Issues
Quarantine & Biosecurity
Early Bird $100 second-$20
After the seminar:
• Travel to LondonDairy Alpacas for complimentary dinner and drinks.
• Have time to ask Norm your particular questions

Join us for wine social Friday, July 16th, 7:00-9:00pm @ LondonDairy Alpacas.

Lodging available @ Fox Hills 1-800-950-7615. Ask for the LondonDairy Alpacas discount rate. Lighthouse Inn 1-800-228-6416

Contact 1: LondonDairy Alpacas
Email: 
Website: www.LondonDairyAlpacas.com
Phone: 920-793-4165

Beaverdam,
VA

Summer Seminars!! Hands-On Wet Felting with Alpaca Fiber
Sponsor: Sherry McEvoy of Alpaca Pastures of Virginia, Inc.

Seminar Includes:
- A list of supplies you’ll need to craft your own projects.
- How to Skirt & Card Fiber for Felting and Spinning.
- Hands-on Wet Felting with Alpaca Fiber.
- Craft: Beads for a Bracelet and Necklace, a Finger Puppet, Felted Soap, and a Change Purse.

Are you a Troop Leader, Alpaca Farmer, or Day Care Teacher?
This class will teach you “Easy Projects” you can do at your own group event.

TIME 12:00Noon - 5:00pm

Contact 1: Patrick or Sherry McEvoy
Email: 
Website: www.AlpacaPasturesVa.com
Phone: (804) 449-1423

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
Email: 
Website: www.breedersedge.info
Phone: 703-753-2398

Contact 2: Nancy Ogan
Email: 
Website: www.breedersedge.info
Phone: 919-624-4763

McMinnville,
OR

The Pucara Premium Reserve Auction and Pen Sale
Sponsor: Pucara International

At last an auction for everyone.

Pucara along with Snowmass Alpacas and Suri Central
(Pucara, Stonebrook Farm and Purely Suri) will present an elite auction of 25 lots plus a pen reserve sale of approx 40 lots ( reserves posted). Suri and Huacaya.

We promise this will be an event you will never forget. Premium alpacas,premium wines, premium cuisine and premium fun.

Contact 1: Alan Cousill
Email: 
Website: www.pucara-alpacas.com
Phone: 503 843 3939

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.
We look forward to seeing you in September.

Contact 1: Jack and/or Miriam Donaldson
Email: 
Website: www.alpacajack.com
Phone: 419-423-3890

Contact 2: Jackie Donaldson - Parish
Email: 
Website: www.alpacajack.com
Phone: 419-423-3890

Flint,
MI

Michigan International Alpaca Fest
(AOBA Certification-PENDING: Click here for more information)

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
Email: 
Website: www.AlpacaHeritage.com
Phone: 908-238-1375

Contact 2: Ingrid Wood
Email: 
Website: www.AlpacaHeritage.com
Phone: 609-261-0696

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
Email: 
Website: www.AlpacaHeritage.com
Phone: 908-238-1375

Contact 2: Ingrid Wood
Email: 
Website: www.AlpacaHeritage.com
Phone: 609-261-0696

Lexington,
VA

VAOBA Alpaca Expo
(AOBA Certification-PENDING: Click here for more information)

Grass Valley,
CA

Gold Country Gathering
(AOBA Certification-PENDING: Click here for more information)

Logan Township,
NJ

New Jersey Alpaca Classic
(AOBA Certification-PENDING: Click here for more information)

City of Industry,
CA

AlpacaFest West
(AOBA Certification-PENDING: Click here for more information)

Conyers,
GA

The Royal Alpaca Challenge
(AOBA Certification-PENDING: Click here for more information)

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
Email: 
Website: www.AlpacaHeritage.com
Phone: 609-268-8656

Contact 2: Ingrid Wood
Email: 
Website: www.AlpacaHeritage.com
Phone: 609-261-0696

Fayetteville,
AR

Alpacas in the Ozarks Regional Show
(AOBA Certification-PENDING: Click here for more information)

Grayslake,
IL

Northern Illinois Alpaca Extravaganza
Sponsor: Leraso Farms, J4 Alpacas, Likada Farms

Join us for the Ninth Annual Northern Illinois Alpaca Extravaganza at the Lake County Fairgrounds, Grayslake, IL on October 23-24, 2010. Everything is under one roof- halter and fleece shows, vendors, food and seminars.

Contact 1: Jim Morgan
Email: 
Website: www.j4alpacas.com
Phone: 815-759-0247

Contact 2: Ray Rodriguez
Email: 
Website: www.lerasofarm.com
Phone: 847-279-8850