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January 30, 2010
Alpaca Marketing In Michigan
MSU Veterinary Medical Center, Room A213 Lansing, MI
A two part seminar on how to market your alpaca farm in Michigan. Diversify Your Farm and Farm Branding Diversify Your Farm
The seminar will be presented by Evelyn Brumwell of YB Normal Farms, Small Suri Breeder of 2007 and Jan O&undefined;Neill of Clare Limerick Alpaca Ranch, Author of the "Annabelle Alpaca" children&undefined;s books. This seminar will show you how to diversify your farm from only animal sales to a multitude of income possibilities. Instruction about conducting farm tours, children&undefined;s fleece projects, how to start an alpaca clothing store, carding, felting, spinning and weaving demonstrations will be given. Each participant will receive a seminar notebook full of resources and projects. If there is time participants will have a chance to make hands-on projects designed for children’s tour groups.
Cost: MI-ALPACA members $30 - each add person from the same farm $25 Non-members $60 - each add person $55 Lunch will be provided.
Contact: Andrea Morrison andrea@wonderwhyalpacafarm.com
February 20, 2010
Neo Natal Seminar
White Violet Farm Alpacas, Mary-of-the-Woods, IN
Neonatal Workshop at White Violet Farm Alpacas Featuring Dr. Randal Larson D.V.M.( Kalmar Kolors Alpaca Farm) will be presenting the class. Make checks payable to White Violet Farm Alpacas at 1 Sisters of Providence,St.Mary of the Woods,In.47876.Include name,address and e-mail.
Cost: $150.00 per person
www.whiteviolet.org
Contact: Chad Beck 812-535-2934 cbeck@spsmw.org
February 20-21, 2010
Immerse Yourself in Alpacas
Double "O" Good Alpacas, Gainesville, VA
Before you jump in, get your feet wet with our 2-day hands-on clinic "Immerse Yourself in Alpacas." Our 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. During this 2-day hands-on clinic you will learn: farm set-up, marketing ideas, alpaca selection, husbandry skills which include basic care, breeding and birthing. Fiber characteristics and uses will also be covered. For a detailed course syllabus contact 1-888-257-7792. Let our many years of success and experiences get your business off on the right foot. Seminar fee includes: continental breakfast, lunches and a copy of the comprehensive Double "O" Good Alpacapedia. A rebate certificate provided for breeding service or alpaca purchase.
Cost: $175 per person or $250 per couple
www.doubleogood.com
Contact: Nancy Ogan 703-753-2398 doubleopaca@erols.com March 19-20, 2010
MOPACA Invitational Alpaca Show
Kansas City, MO
The Midwest Alpaca Owners and Breeders Association hosts their 7th annual alpaca show this March. This event features 500 to 600 loveable alpacas being exhibited in judged competitions. Auxiliary events of spin-off and fiber arts competitions, fleece show, and photo contests will be on display. Over 30 vendors will be showcasing their wares of alpaca garments, farm supplies, jewelry, and more! There is a Silent Auction benefiting the Mid America Alpaca Foundation and veterinary student scholarships sponsored by MOPACA. Over 200 farms will be set up and ready to welcome visitors. Bring the whole family out for a day of fun. March 20th-21st, 2009. Doors open to the public at 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Free to the Public. Visit our website for more details.
www.mopaca.org
March 27, 2010
TAP Northern California Herdsire Showcase
Dixon Mayfair Grounds, Dixon, CA
The Alpaca Pac - A Cooperative of Six Select Northern California Breeders.
Hands-on evaluation of over 50 of the top herdsires on the West Coast. Most participating breeders will be offering special event breeding discounts for breedings purchases during (or as the result of) the Showcase. Free Seminars on breeding strategies will be offered at no charge. Free Lunch and Refreshments compliments of The Alpaca Pac.
Rick Brady
brady@wildblue.net
209-772-3906
April 1-4, 2010
North American Alpaca Show
Eastern States Expo Center,
West Springfield, MA
The show will be offering some new and exciting seminars, all free of charge. Please look at the schedule of events and seminar outlines which will be online. Due to space limitations some seminars will be limited to 30 attendees on a first come, first served basis.
Visit website for more information: www.naalpacashow.com
April 10-11, 2010
Hidden Treasures Pen Sale at AWE
Place: Clark County Fairgrounds
17402 NE Delfel Road
Ridgefield, WA US
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: Shelley Moore
360-601.5029
Shelley@hiddentreasuresalpacaevents.com
Cost: Free to Public
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