Calendar of Events
This calendar is sponsored by MaPaca and features alpaca-related events in the Mid-Atlantic states. Events listed are ones which MaPaca members are organizing or are in some way involved.
| DATE & TIME |
EVENT |
CONTACT |
| October 4 & 5, 2008 |
Alpaca Breeder's Educational Summit
West River, Maryland
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Please join us October 4 & 5, 2008 for the Alpaca Breeder's Educational Summit to be held at Ameripaca Alpaca Breeding Company in Galesville, Maryland. Details forthcoming.
For more information, please contact Gail Campbell 410-867-4204 or info@ameripaca.com or www.ameripaca.com.
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| September 6 & 7, 2008 |
Marty McGee Bennett's CAMELIDynamics Clinic
Port Allegany, Pennsylvania
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We are thrilled to host this 2-day clinic with Marty McGee Bennett. Marty has over 20 years experience working with alpacas. She has developed training methods to give you confidence and knowledge to safely work with even the most difficult alpacas. Marty has taught over 400 seminars in the US, Canada, Europe, England, Australia and New Zealand.
This is a 2-day clinic Saturday and Sunday, September 6 & 7, 2008. Cost is $325 and includes Continental Breakfast and Lunch both days. There is a $25 discount for early registration. You will also receive a credit voucher for the amount you paid good toward the purchase of an alpaca or a breeding at Cinco C's Alpacas.
For more information: Carol Howard of Cinco C's Alpacas carol@cincocsalpacas.com 814-544-2626 http://www.cincocsalpacas.com |
| September 6, 2008 |
Robert Van Saun, DVM - Alpaca Nutrition Seminar (Part II)
Stevensville, Maryland
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Robert Van Saun, DVM, PhD--THE leading authority on alpaca nutrition--will present a half-day seminar on Alpaca Nutrition. Dr. Van Saun is the author of the chapter entitled “Feeding the Alpaca” in The Complete Alpaca Book and is the Extension Veterinarian/Professor of Veterinary Science at Pennsylvania State University.
Part 1 of this 2-part series will be held on Friday, June 13, 2008 in two 1/2 day sessions (Session A: 8am-12pm and Session B: 1pm -5pm) and will be an introduction to the Nutritional Needs of Alpacas, focusing on the importance of testing forages and water sources and interpreting the results. Part 2 will be held on the afternoon of Saturday, September 6, 2008. For those not able to attend Part 1 on June 13th, it will be repeated the morning of September 6, just prior to Part 2. Part 2 will cover Developing a Balanced Nutrition Plan based on your farm’s individual test results, how nutrition affects reproduction, and the latest research in nutrition. Co-hosted by Chesapeake Alpacas, Millstone Manor, and Prairie Lake Alpacas. |
| June 13, 2008 |
Robert Van Saun, DVM - Alpaca Nutrition Seminar (Part I)
Smithsburg, Maryland
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Robert Van Saun, DVM, PhD--THE leading authority on alpaca nutrition--will present a half-day seminar on Alpaca Nutrition. Dr. Van Saun is the author of the chapter entitled “Feeding the Alpaca” in The Complete Alpaca Book and is the Extension Veterinarian/Professor of Veterinary Science at Pennsylvania State University.
Part 1 of this 2-part series will be held on Friday, June 13, 2008 in two 1/2 day sessions (Session A: 8am-12pm and Session B: 1pm -5pm) and will be an introduction to the Nutritional Needs of Alpacas, focusing on the importance of testing forages and water sources and interpreting the results. Part 2 will be held on the afternoon of Saturday, September 6, 2008. For those not able to attend Part 1 on June 13th, it will be repeated the morning of September 6, just prior to Part 2. Part 2 will cover Developing a Balanced Nutrition Plan based on your farm’s individual test results, how nutrition affects reproduction, and the latest research in nutrition. Co-hosted by Chesapeake Alpacas, Millstone Manor, and Prairie Lake Alpacas. |
| June 7 & 8, 2008 |
Dr. Norm Evans, DVM - 2 Day Seminar
Location: Criative Acres
3807 Salem Church Road Jarrettsville, MD 21084
Hosted by: Criative Acres
Contact: Renee Petersam, criativeacres@verizon.net
Phone: 410-557-6869
www.criativeacres.com |
Dr. Norm Evans has set the standard for camelid health. He's coming to Criative Acres to share his wisdom with us, and we couldn't be more excited! Topics will include herd health/management, parasite control, costly management errors, nutrition to maximize alpaca fiber, breeding through birthing and mother & cria assessment, blood collection, handling and interpretation, skin biopsy and fiber production, and administering and reading ultrasounds.
This seminar will provide you with in-depth knowledge of alpacas and alpaca husbandry and is limited to the first 30 participants to allow proper interaction with Dr. Evans. Cost is $225/person. |
| May 17 & 18, 2008 |
CAMELIDynamics Clinic: 2-Day Seminar on Alpaca Training and Handling
Akron (Bath), Ohio |
Conducted by the internationally renowned Marty McGee's CAMELIDynamics. For detailed information and registration go to www.glengaryfarmalpacas.com, then Events, or call 866-668-1308. Hosted by Glengary Farm Alpacas, Patrick Cassese, Breeder of ARI registered Huacaya Alpacas, Home of World Class Herdsires. http://www.impactmovie.com/alpacas_usa/ |
| April 25, 2008 |
Jubilee Lunch Meeting |
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| April 24-27, 2008 |
MaPaca Jubilee Show |
Click on the Jubilee Show link above. |
March 29, 2008
9:00 am to 6:00 pm
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Royal River’s 2nd Annual Farm Event and Pen Sale
Royal River Alpaca Company
20 Windward Passage
North Yarmouth, ME 04097 |
Royal River Alpaca Company invites you to attend its 2nd Annual On Farm Event and Pen Sale for first time buyers and existing breeders. Participating in this event are 12 consigning breeders from as far away as St. Louis, Missouri, presenting over 30 quality, award-winning huacaya and suri alpacas. Complimentary independent evaluations will be provided to prospective buyers by Kevin O'Leary, AOBA Certified Judge.
Also featured will be mini presentations on fiber sorting, evaluating alpacas for show, pasture management and onsite vendor displays. The hottest deals in town and a hot cup of coffee will be waiting for you! An acoustic band, Haak and the Brick City Rockers, will liven up the afternoon. Pre-register your attendance by March 20, 2008 at info@royalriveralpaca.com to enter $250 L.L. Bean gift certificate raffle.
For complete details visit www.royalriveralpaca.com or contact Claudia Raessler at info@royalriveralpaca.com or (207) 846-4984. |
March 29, 2008
10:00 am - 2:00 pm |
SAFONA NeoNatal Clinic
Montgomery County Farm Home & 4H Foundation, Collegeville, PA |
Guest speaker is Missi Cooper, VMD. Cost is $40.00 for members and $50.00 for non-members. For more info and registration forms please visit us at www.safona.org. If you need further info please call Naomi at 610-273-0220. |
March 29, 2008
8:00 am to 4:00 pm |
Felting Workshop
Mount Airy, MD |
Wini Labrecque will be conducting a felting workshop hosted by Shepherd's Purse Alpacas and Whispering Meadows Alpacas in Mount Airy, MD. At this full day workshop, we will be learning the techniques of wet and needle felting a fashionable and usable tote/bag. Breakfast, lunch and all materials are included in this all exclusive workshop with Wini for only $135. Please contact Cindy Aldrich at 301-829-4798 or info@shepherdspursealpacas.com for registration information. |
March 14-16, 2008
Fri. 7:00pm-9:30pm
Sat. 8:00am-4:00pm
Sun. 8:00am-3:00pm |
"Alpaca Reality" Seminar
Location: Criative Acres
3807 Salem Church Road Jarrettsville, MD 21084
Hosted by: Criative Acres
Contact: Renee Petersam, criativeacres@verizon.net
Phone: 410-557-6869
www.criativeacres.com |
This all-inclusive seminar runs from Friday evening through Sunday. It contains all the information you will need to become a successful alpaca breeder. This seminar is essential for all potential and new alpaca breeders. This seminar covers both Huacaya and Suri alpacas. We will discuss the strengths of both types of alpacas, as well as how to breed both. This knowledge is essential in helping you pick your herd. Topics include evaluating and purchasing alpacas, alpaca husbandry, reproductive issues, and how to make informed genetic breeding decisions. The featured presenters are Al & Donna Elser who successfully managed 200 alpacas at Thompson Hollow Alpacas for over 10 years. Medical and reproductive topics will be taught by Dr. Jim Cohagen, DVM. Cost includes intensive seminar, materials, plus continental breakfasts and lunch.
Cost: $200 per person, $250 per couple |
Feb. 23, 2008
8:30AM – 4:00PM |
"The Suri Advantage" – Seminar for New Suri Breeders
Havre de Grace, Maryland |
Have you been thinking about raising suri alpacas and wonder how to get started? This is the first seminar of its kind to focus solely on the exquisite suri alpaca. Learn everything you need to know from basic care and management to evaluation and selection of breeding stock. Get answers to all your questions on raising suri alpacas for profit and learn how to separate fact from fiction and preview starter packages.
Hosted by Wild Rose Suri Ranch and Chesapeake Alpacas. For more information, email Luann Lumsden at info@chesapeakealpacas.com, phone 410-643-1993; or email Patti Anderson at Anderson@WildRoseAlpacas.com, phone 410-734-7084.
Cost $75 per person/$125.00 per couple |
| Feb. 10, 2008 |
MaPaca Quarterly Membership Meeting, University of Pennsylvania, New Bolton Center |
“Alpaca Reproduction Seminar” with Dr. Walter Bravo. Click here for details and directions. |
MaPaca, Inc. does not warrant the accuracy of the above information and assumes no liability for any inaccuracies contained therein. |
