May 28 � June 1, 2003
12th Annual AOBA National Conference Kentucky Fair and
Exposition Center, Louisville KY. AOBA�s premier exhibition � you won�t
want to miss it! AOBA-certified showring and fleece competitions. Specialized
training seminars, guest speakers, committee discussion groups and updates,
Board of Directors presentations, vendors, silent and live auctions, fiber
arts, fashion show, annual Gala Banquet, and hundreds of alpacas! All
this and much, much more! Contact for conference registration and administration
only AOBA Office at (970) 586-5357 or alpacaowners@aol.com. All other
matters, contact Conference Manager Anne Hallinan at anne_hallinan@hotmail.com.
June 10
Estes Park Wool Market - AOBA Certified Alpaca Fleece
Show In Estes Park, CO. Sponsored by Alpaca Breeder�s Alliance of Northern
Colorado (ABANC). Level III Fleece Show judged by AOBA Certified Senior
Judge Amanda VandenBosch. For more information, contact Superintendents:
Diana Timmerman, 970.353.4736, aussieacrs@aol.com or Pamela Ray, 303.832.3478,
pamela@xanadualpacas.com Arrangements to sell individual fleeces at the
show can be made by contacting Kerry Anderson, 970.224.1801 or kka1119@aol.com.
For Show Booklet: 970.586.6104, events@estes.org. More information at
www.estesnet.com/Events.
June 13-15
The Alpaca Event at the 2003 Estes Park Wool Market In
Estes Park, CO. Sponsored by Alpaca Breeder�s Alliance of Northern Colorado
(ABANC). Demonstrations, seminars, continuing education, sales & vendor
exhibits are free and open to the public and will be repeated through
the weekend. Performance show and Showmanship classes will be held Saturday
and Sunday, Friday evening "Meet & Greet" and Saturday evening BBQ. For
Show Booklet: 970.586.6104, events@estes.org, Event Superintendent: John
Heise 970.635.2322, mail@alpaca.net. More information at www.estesnet.com/Events.
Sunday, July 27
New Mexico Alpaca Breeders member meeting at Aspen Ridge
Alpacas, Jemez Springs. Featured for the meeting will be a breeder of
Anatolian shepherds, raffle items, and all the news about NMAB.
August 29th through August 31st
Alpacas de Santa Fe is hosting an Advanced Alpaca Fiber
Clinic with Amanda VandenBosch Labor Day Weekend. Three day intensive
clinic for breeders. Topics to be covered include: Assessment of fiber
characteristics and relationship to end product; learn to measure fiber
traits, collect data and interpret to make informed decisions; judging
criteria and scoring; assessing your show ring and fleece entries; genetics
considerations in fiber production, evaluating your animal�s fiber to
make sound breeding decisions; fiber options in today�s market. Friday�s
class will be a review of fiber characteristics, understanding histograms,
and conformational considerations. Saturday and Sunday will be more advanced
subject matter. The clinic goal is for each participant to: Confidently
recognize and assess alpaca fiber characteristics; Be confident in preparing
your fleeces for show and sale; Understand how to measure traits and evaluate
the influences that affect that outcome; Use accurate data in your selection
and breeding decisions You will learn to expertly breed for the best,
marketable fiber and success in today�s competitive market. $395 per person
includes class material and lunches.
September 13 - 14
All Things Considered with Stephen Hull, Ph.D. Aspen Ridge
Alpacas welcomes �THE� Steve Hull who has helped countless alpaca owners
care for their charges. Topics presented will include Essential Nutrition,
Practical Agronomy (including composting secrets), Basic Breeding and
Birthing Issues, Practical Vaccination and Worming, Farm Safety, Basic
Handling and Training, Updates on AOBA (Steve is a board member.), Alpaca
Industry Issues, and Time To Get Your Questions and Concerns Addressed.
Lunch plus �Dinner with Steve� (served with a large portion of alpaca
humor). Aspen Ridge Alpacas is located along the Jemez Trail Scenic Byway.
Check out www.jemezsprings.org for accommodations and a taste of the rich
history and spectacular scenery the Jemez Mountain area has to offer Contact:
Mickey Wright or Evelyn Simons, Aspen Ridge Alpacas, info@aspenridgealpacas.com
or (505) 829-3312.
September 20-21
New Mexico State Fair Alpaca Show. More info to come.
November 7-9, 2003
Alpacas de Santa Fe hosts an Alpaca Health and Nutrition
Clinic with Dr. Norman Evans. Join us for this valuable opportunity to
learn about alpaca health issues and nutrition from the one of top experts
in the U.S., Dr. Norman Evans. This two clinic will provide you with the
skills to evaluate your nutrition program, enhance your knowledge of diseases
and health problems of alpacas, and learn more about reproductive problems
and solutions. Diagnostic tests will also be discussed equipping the lay
person with knowledge to interpret blood panels and other tests. Sign
up now for this clinic � space is limited. $200 per person.
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