UPCOMING EVENTS
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DATE LOCATION EVENT 2008 Apr 26-27 Pleasanton, CA California Classic Alpaca Show May 3-4 Red Bluff, CA Fiber on the Foot May 4 Esparto, CA May 10 Grass Valley, CA May Calpaca Meeting May 11 Colfax, CA May 21-25 Sandy, UT AOBA National Conference May 31 Grass Valley, CA Fiber -- What Are You Going To Do With It? June 1 Grass Valley, CA Introduction to Alpaca Ranching June 7 Reno, NV Bare Naked Alpaca Sale June 11-13 Estes Park, CO Estes Park Wool Market June 14 Cherry Valley, CA Basic Alpaca Maintenance Workshop August 16
PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGEValley Springs, CA August Calpaca Meeting Sept 6-7 Monterey, CA Monterey Pronk Alpaca Show Sept 14 Grass Valley, CA Introduction to Alpaca Ranching Sept 19 Valley Springs, CA Fleece Immersion Clinic Sept 20-21 Browns Valley, CA Ranch Warming Party Sept 20-21 Valley Springs, CA Alpaca Continuing Education Sept 27 Cherry Valley, CA Biosecurity on the Ranch and BVDV in Alpacas Nov 1-2 Cherry Valley, CA Buy the Right Alpaca Nov 8 Corning, CA November Calpaca Meeting Nov 15-16 City of Industry, CA AlpacaFest West 2008 2009 Jan 10-11 Davis, CA UC Davis Camelid Symposium
ORGANIZATIONAL EVENTS
DATE LOCATION &
CONTACT INFOEVENT Mar 13-16, 2008
Del Mar, CA
7th Annual International Alpaca Odyssey
One North America's most unique alpaca shows. Held annually under International Alpaca Show rules, and featuring alpaca judges from around the world. This event is a true test of the premier alpaca breeding programs of North America!
Apr 4-6, 2008 Puyallup, WA Alpacapalooza
Class 5 show with 3 rings, 3 days
Apr 11-13, 2008 Portland, OR Alpaca West Extravaganza (AWE)
Apr 26-27, 2008 Pleasanton, CA California Classic Alpaca Show
Premier Spring Alpaca Show with full fleece halter and performance classes.
Visit the event web site for full information:
www.californiaclassicalpacashow.comMay 3-4, 2008 Red Bluff, CA
Tehama District Fair GroundsFiber on the Foot
Natural Fiber Producer's Livestock Show and Festival
Sat., May 3, 9am – 5pm
Sun., May 4, 9am – 4pmInformation and directions: www.fiberonthefoot.com
May 10, 2008 Grass Valley, CA
Contact:
Dottie & Ken Develey
Barefoot Alpacas / Park View Gold
24875 Barefoot Rd
Grass Valley, CA 95949
Phone: 530 268-6781
dottie@barefootalpacas.com
www.barefootalpacas.comQuarterly Calpaca Meeting
Speakers: Professor Nicola Pusterla of UC Davis and Dr. Mario Dinucci, DVM will discuss Herd Health and Critical Care for Camelids. The will also discuss Uterine Prolapse.
Schedule:
10 – 12 Membership meeting
12 – 1 Lunch
1pm SpeakersLunch: Italian theme. Host will provide main dish, dessert, and beverages. Please bring salads and french bread.
Shoes: Please where shoes that you do not wear outside around your animals.
Directions: HWY 80 TO 49 TO Wolf Road. Left on Wolf a 5 miles to stop sign. Left on Garden Bar 1/2 mile right turn on Barefoot Road. Right at the Barefoot Alpacas Sign, and follow the paved drive up to house
May 21-25, 2008 Sandy, UT AOBA National Conference
June 11-13, 2008 Estes Park, CO Estes Park Wool Market
Aug 16, 2008
PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGEValley Springs, CA
David & Brenda Barboza
Rancho NC Alpacas
50 Duck Creek Ct
Valley Springs, CA 95252
Phone: (209) 772-3918
ranchonc@hughes.net
www.ranchonc.comQuarterly Calpaca Meeting
Sep 6-7, 2008 Monterey, CA
Monterey Pronk Alpaca Show
Nov 8, 2008 Flournoy, CA
Kim & Mike Bisceglia
McCarty Creek Ranch
15220 Paskenta Road
Flournoy, CA 96029
Phone: 530-833-5431
mccartycreekranch@hughes.net
Quarterly Calpaca Meeting
Nov 15-16, 2008 City of Industry, CA AlpacaFest West 2008
Industry Hills Expo Center
City of Industry, CA
www.alpacafestwest.comJan 10-11, 2009 Davis, CA UCDavis Camelid Symposium
MEMBER EVENTS
DATE LOCATION &
CONTACT INFOEVENT Mar 29, 2008 Location:
Ahh…Sweet Alpacas
7924 Charlotte Lane
Vacaville, CA 95688TAP (The Alpaca Pac)
Contacts:
Bruce & Joan Nelson
Phone: (707) 448-1523
sweetalpacas@cs.com
www.sweetalpacas.comRick & Pam Brady
Phone: (209) 772-3906
brady@wildblue.net
First Annual Herdsire Showcase
There will be over 30 different Herdsires (Huacaya & Suri) from more than 20 different ranches, all gathered in one location for your inspection.
AOBA & International Judge, David Barboza will be conducting two different seminars on making breeding decisions.
Here is a unique chance for you to come and see first hand some of the best herdsires in Northern California and Nevada. Get your hands on these magnificent Studs before you make your breeding decisions for next year.
Discounted Breedings being offered to Attendees Only.
Absolutely FREE to attend, how about that?
Herdsires will be on display from 10 am. to 4 pm.
Morning and Afternoon seminar
Modest lunch will be provided
So please plan to join TAP plus many other ranches as we proudly display some of the premier Herdsires for 2008.April 12, 2008 Alpacas del Valle Cereza
Cherry Valley, CAContact:
Lisa Shimeld & Brad Johnson
Alpacas del Valle Cereza
38618 Vineland Street
Cherry Valley, CA 92223
951-845-9729
mail@cherryvalleyalpacas.com
The Alpaca Fleece Seminar & The Alpaca Show Seminar
The Alpaca Fleece Seminar
9 - 12 am
Hosted by Alpacas del Valle Cereza, 20 minutes west of Palm Springs. Would you like to show your beautiful fleeces but don’t know how to prepare them? How about Handcrafters Spin Off competitions? Showing fleeces is fun and easy. Maybe you’d rather leave your alpaca home and exhibit his fleece. Come and spend the morning in beautiful Cherry Valley, CA and explore alpaca fleece. $25/participant includes course materials and lunch. Call 951-845-9729 or email us at mail@cherryvalleyalpacas.com for more information or to register.The Alpaca Show Seminar
1 - 4 pm
Hosted by Alpacas del Valle Cereza, 20 minutes west of Palm Springs. Learn how to show your alpaca to its best advantage from an AOBA certified judge. Topics covered include but are not limited to: training for the showring, know your alpaca, ranch display and marketing at the show and packing for the alpaca show. $25/participant includes course materials and lunch.Call 951-845-9729 or email us at mail@cherryvalleyalpacas.com for more information or to register.
Attend both seminars for $40/participantApril 19, 2008 Fresno, CA
Contact:
Naomi Flam
Astral-Light Alpacas
5451 N. Parrish Way
Fresno, CA 93711
Phone: 559 269-7685
naomiflam@comcast.net
www.astrallightalpacas.com
Birthing & Care of the Neonatal Alpaca
8:30am – 6:00 pmInstructor: Patrick Long, DVM
The objective of this course is to help you determine what role YOU play in the alpaca birthing process and give YOU more confidence in assisting with a difficult birth if necessary.
Cost: $175/person or $325 for two people for the same ranch.
Includes: All supplies, lunch, and handouts. Beverages and snacks will be provided during seminar.Deadline to register and receive payment: April 11, 2008
Class size is limited to 16 attendees to provide ample time in the lab.
For more information go to www.astrallightalpacas.com or contact Naomi Flam.May 4, 2008 Esparto, CA
Contact:
Pat Meade
19190 Road 87B
Esparto, CA 95627
530-662-8630
mail@westvalleyalpacas.com
www.westvalleyalpacas.com
West Valley Alpacas Open House
Join us once again at our annual Alpaca Open House
Time: Noon to 4 pm!
Meet our herd and enjoy a day of fun with spinning, shearing and other demonstrations. The store will be open and we'll have raffles, prizes and refreshments.
No charge.
May 11, 2008 Colfax, CA
Contact:
Ric & Hailey Parker
Snowy River Alpacas
1611 Sawmill Rd
Colfax, CA 95713
530-346-6885
snowyriver1@earthlink.netFiber Sorting for Maximum Profit by Robyn Kuhl of Coarse Broads, Inc.
Uniform fiber creates product consistency and is key to developing a North American Fiber Industry. Think beyond yarn, think beyond first, second and thirds. Think beyond histograms and micron counts. What are your options for your annual harvest. Explore the following: There are many grades of fiber. All grades have value and are income opportunities.
Robyn Kuhl is a certified fiber sorter and teaches fiber sorting.
$60/person, $100/couple from same ranch.
Cost includes lunch.May 31, 2008 Grass Valley, CA
Contacts:
Kerry & Bob Anderson
Joan Clappier
Opus Two Alpacas
15604 Magnolia Road
Grass Valley, CA 95949
Phone: 530 346-7157
joan@opustwoalpacas.com
www.opustwoalpacas.com
A Star Alpacas
Godfrey Lane
Grass Valley, CA 95949
Phone: 530 274-8748
astaralpacas@aol.com
www.astaralpacas.com
FIBER -- What are you going to do with it?
Gabrielle Menn of The Loom Room will cover the following topics in this full day workshop- Now That It's Off the Animal -- hands on session about skirting, sorting & grading
- To Blend or Not To Blend
- Useful Projects for Your Seconds and Thirds
- The Business of Repeat Business - Tools for Successful Marketing of Your Fiber Products$50 / person. Includes lunch, continental breakfast and course materials.
Additional information and secure, online registration available for all workshops at:
www.OpusTwoAlpacas.comJune 1, 2008 Grass Valley, CA
Contact:
Joan Clappier
Opus Two Alpacas
15604 Magnolia Road
Grass Valley, CA 95949
Phone: 530 346-7157
joan@opustwoalpacas.com
www.opustwoalpacas.com
Introduction to Alpaca Ranching
This workshop is for people who are seriously investigating alpacas or are fairly new to the alpaca industry.
Presenters:
Dr. Robin Skillman, DVM
Mark Allen, CFP
Joan Clappier
Topics will include:
- Preventative medicine for alpacas
Parasites
Worming
- Financial and tax information for alpaca ranching
- Ranch layout
- Resources and marketing options
And much more.
Additional information and secure, online registration available for all workshops at: www.OpusTwoAlpacas.com $45 / person.
Includes lunch and course materials
June 7, 2008 Reno, NV
Contact:
Kay Rodriguez
Lazy K Ranch
15702 Red Rock Rd
Reno, NV 89506
Phone: (775) 970-5155
lazykalpacas@aol.com
www.lazyk-ranch.com
Bare Naked Alpaca Sale
Private treaty sales
Shearing demonstrations
Alpaca EducationTalks by AOBA certified judges
Dave Barboza and Wade GeaseJune 14, 2008 Alpacas del Valle Cereza
Cherry Valley, CAContact:
Lisa Shimeld & Brad Johnson
Alpacas del Valle Cereza
38618 Vineland Street
Cherry Valley, CA 92223
951-845-9729
mail@cherryvalleyalpacas.comBasic Alpaca Maintenance Workshop
Hosted by Alpacas del Valle Cereza, 20 minutes west of Palm Springs. Learn how to trim toenails, fit halters, halter train, vaccinate and worm, test IgG levels in crias and MUCH more. 9 am – 1 pm, open ranch in the afternoon. $25/participant includes course materials and lunch. Call 951-845-9729 or email us at mail@cherryvalleyalpacas.com for more information or to register.
September 14, 2008 Grass Valley, CA
Contact:
Joan Clappier
Opus Two Alpacas
15604 Magnolia Road
Grass Valley, CA 95949
Phone: 530 346-7157
joan@opustwoalpacas.com
www.opustwoalpacas.com
Introduction to Alpaca Ranching
This workshop is for people who are seriously investigating alpacas or are fairly new to the alpaca industry.
Presenters:
Dr. Robin Skillman, DVM
Mark Allen, CFP
Joan Clappier
Topics will include:
- Preventative medicine for alpacas
Parasites
Worming
- Financial and tax information for alpaca ranching
- Ranch layout
- Resources and marketing options
And much more.
Additional information and secure, online registration available for all workshops at: www.OpusTwoAlpacas.com $45 / person.
Includes lunch and course materialsSeptember 19, 2008 Valley Springs, CA
David & Brenda Barboza
Rancho NC Alpacas
50 Duck Creek Ct
Valley Springs, CA 95252
Phone: (209) 772-3918
ranchonc@hughes.net
www.ranchonc.com
Full Day Fleece Immersion Clinic
Instructor - Cheryl Gehly (AOBA Senior Fleece Judge)The clinic will cover all aspects of fleece evaluation, preparation, skirting etc., working with your own fleeces, you will gain hands on knowledge that is invaluable.
We have tried to keep costs to a minimum to allow people to take advantage of this excellent opportunity to learn from one of the leading fiber instructors! We will limit attendance so register now!
Cost includes continental breakfast and a lunch. For those attending the EPD seminar that follows on Saturday and Sunday, the extra cost per person for the full day Fleece Immersion is $50.00 per person.
For those who would like to attend the Fleece Immersion only on the Friday, September 19 the cost is $100.00 per person.
September 20-21, 2008 Browns Valley, CA
Contact:
Jennifer Powers & Tom Krasny
Aero Ranch Suri Alpacas
7046 McMillan Drive
Browns Valley, CA 95918
(530) 741-AERO
aeroranch@yahoo.com
www.aeroranch.comAero Suri Alpacas Ranch Warming Party
Amanda VandenBosch will be guest speaker.More details coming.
September 20-21, 2008 Valley Springs, CA
David & Brenda Barboza
Rancho NC Alpacas
50 Duck Creek Ct
Valley Springs, CA 95252
Phone: (209) 772-3918
ranchonc@hughes.net
www.ranchonc.com
4th A.C.E. Seminar "Alpaca Continuing Education"
Saturday and Sunday will be directed towards learning how to go proceed with collection of data to help make positive and informed breeding decisions that will affect your entire breeding program“EPD’s! Expected Progeny Differences!
Working together over this weekend, we have the pleasure to be able to provide you with two instructors we know from past experience will leave you with more information that you ever could have thought possible. Just ask those who have attended before, they keep coming back for more!
Ms. Cheryl Gehly – AOBA certified Senior Fleece Judge – Cheryl is able to convey the knowledge of her years of training in all aspects of fleece. An excellent instructor, Cheryl is well known and respected throughout the alpaca industry for her willingness to share this wealth of knowledge with those wanting to understand fleece in greater depth.
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Dr. Brett Kaysen – Doctorate in Animal Science- Brett is a professor at Colorado State University and is involved in ALL aspects of livestock and judging. He is a judge trainer for the AOBA show system and an excellent and interesting speaker with the ability to convey information in a class setting, making you think and wanting to learn more.
**Cost for the two days includes two continental breakfasts, two lunches and a Tri tip barbeque on Saturday night.
$250.00 per person or $400.00 for two people from the same ranch-call or email to hold a place or to reconfirmSeptember 27, 2008 Alpacas del Valle Cereza
Cherry Valley, CAContact:
Lisa Shimeld & Brad Johnson
Alpacas del Valle Cereza
38618 Vineland Street
Cherry Valley, CA 92223
951-845-9729
mail@cherryvalleyalpacas.comBiosecurity on the Ranch and BVDV in Alpacas
(9 am – 1 pm)Ranch Biosecurity
Learn how to prevent the introduction and spread of disease on your ranch to protect your investment. The principles and application of biosecurity are introduced in this seminar.BVDV and the North American Alpaca Population
BVDV is a disease of cattle that has the potential to cause serious problems for the alpaca industry. Learn about BVDV including: the history of BVDV in cattle, characteristics of the virus, transmission of BVDV, clinical significance of BVDV in alpacas, screening for BVDV and more.$25/participant (both sessions) includes course materials and lunch.
Call 951-845-9729 or email us at mail@cherryvalleyalpacas.com for more information or to register.
Nov 1-2, 2008 Alpacas del Valle Cereza
Cherry Valley, CAContact:
Lisa Shimeld & Brad Johnson
Alpacas del Valle Cereza
38618 Vineland Street
Cherry Valley, CA 92223
951-845-9729
mail@cherryvalleyalpacas.comJoin us for the 6th Annual
Buy the Right Alpaca seminar
Hosted by
Alpacas del Valle Cereza El Corazon en las Nubes Pacatudes Peddler’s Pack Alpacas Let the experts put you on the path to success in the alpaca business.
Comprehensive seminars on a variety of topics including:Ranch layout Tax issues Evaluation of conformation and fleece Evolution of alpacas and the history of alpacas in North America Starting a ranch store Processing fleece And much more!
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