2010 AO Event Schedule
Alpaca Ontario ShowApril 10 & 11, 2010
Orangeville Fairgrounds, Orangeville ON
Judges: Mike Safley & Diana Timmerman
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International Plowing Match
September 21nd - 25th, 2010
St. Thomas, Ontario in Elgin Township
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Alpaca Ontario's Education Weekend & Fleece Show
October 22nd - 24th, 2010
Speakers: Dr. Pat Long & Dr. Brett Kaysen
Fleece Show Judge: Jill McLeod
Location: TBD
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Alpaca Ontario Show 2011
April 9 & 10, 2011
Orangeville Fairgrounds, Orangeville ON
Judges: Amanda VandenBosch & TDA
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2010 Alpaca Shows
Keystone Alpaca ClassicApril 9th - 11th, 2010
Brandon, MB
Judge: Sharon Loner, Colorado USA
www.manitobaalpacaclub.com
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Mayflower Alpaca Show
May 8th & 9th, 2010
Crapaud, PEI
Judge: Dawn Brooker
mayfloweralpacashow.homestead.com
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Navan Fair Alpaca Show
August 12th & 13th, 2010
Navan Fairgrounds, Navan (Ottawa), ON
Judge: TBA
www.navanfairalpacashow.com
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Quebec Alpaca Show
August 21st, 2010
Location: TBA
Judge: TBA
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Eastern Canadian National Alpaca Sale & Futurity
November 5-7, 2010
Orangeville Fairgrounds, Orangeville ON
Judge: Wade Gease
www.cnalpacaeast.com
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2010 Member Event Schedule
March April May June Other Fibre TrainingSpinning Wheel Alpacas presents:
Spinning 101
March 7th, 2010 1-5pm
Introduction to spinning with different fibres.
This is a 4 hour seminar held in the afternoon at Spinning Wheel Alpaca Farm.
Heidi Granville is a local spinner who brings traditional skills to the art of spinning.
Her studio is located in Whitby and we are thrilled to be working with her.
Bring your own spindle or one will be available for use.
All supplies are included in fee. Cost $50.00
Contact Nancy at alpacas@xplornet.com or call 905-263-2098.
Or visit our site www.spinningwheelalpacas.com
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Spinning Wheel Alpacas presents:
FREE Halter Training Workshop
March 13th, 2010 10-12noon
Proper halter fit makes for a very well behaved alpaca in the show ring.
Join us on this date to learn some quick tips on making training fun for you
and less stress on your animal.
You must register for this event
Email Nancy at alpacas@xplornet.com or call 905-263-2098.
No alpacas will be needed for this purpose. Cost: Free
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Spinning Wheel Alpacas presents:
The Art of Tri Loom Scarf Making
March 20th, 2010 10am-5pm
The tri loom history is uncertain, but using this simple technique
beautiful shawls can be created with symmetrical stripes and tartan patterns.
No previous experience needed, good project for the beginner.
Lunch and 3ft Loom included in price.
Yarn is extra, bring your own, or purchase some luxurious alpaca from The Fleece Station.
Cost: $90.00
Email Nancy at alpacas@xplornet.com or call 905-263-2098.
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Spring in the Village
Spinning Wheel Alpaca Farms Open House
March 26-28, 2010 10am-5pm daily
Spinning Wheel Alpacas opens their doors for interested alpaca enthusiast.
Be one of the first stops in the village.
Meet the alpacas, tour the grounds,
experience some alpaca heaven at the Fleece Station (on farm alpaca store).
Visit www.spinningwheelalpacas.com to learn more.
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The Perth County Business Collective is hosting
Alpaca Breeding & Genetics
presented by Deb Griffey
March 27, 2010
Gowanstown Municipal Building
See www.perthalpaca.com for details
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The Perth County Business Collective is hosting
Holistic Herd Health for Your Alpacas
presented by Dar Long
March 27, 2010
Gowanstown Municipal Building
See www.perthalpaca.com for details
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The Perth County Business Collective is hosting
Alpacas for Dummies
Learn the basics of alpaca care, feeding, breeding, and all the rest
April 16-18, 2010
This course will be lead by a variety of experienced alpaca breeders with
loads of practical experience. Sessions will take place at various venues including
Shears To You Fibre Mill, Leap of Faith Alpacas, and the Gowanstown Municipal Building.
See www.perthalpaca.com for details
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ALPACA CENTRAL is pleased to host the
Camelid Fibre basic Farm Sorter Workshop
with Ruth P. Elvestad
Join us for a hands-on, intensive two-days of learning about and
working with your alpaca fleeces
Two sessions (each limited to 15 participants)
Friday and Saturday, April 23 & 24, 2010
Sunday and Monday, April 25 & 26, 2010
Click Here for fees and registration information
This workshop is the prerequisite to entry into the
Olds College Camelid Fibre Sorter & Classer Certification course.
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SHEARING AND SORTING
with
ARRIBA LINEA ALPACAS
Saturday May 15, 2010
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Join us for a day of Shearing and Sorting at Arriba Linea Alpacas.
Our Experienced Team will teach you how to Grade and Sort Fibre for Show, Mill or Co-op!
For More Information, Please Contact Lori:
lori@arribalinea.com or call 905-862-0222
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ALPACA SHEARING 2010
at ALPACA CENTRAL, Grand Valley
Sunday May 16, 2010, 12 to 4pm
Come to Alpaca Central and be a part of the biggest alpaca shearing event
in south central Ontario
Watch the shearing in action
See the fleece go right from the alpaca to the 'carding machine' and
on to the 'spinning wheel'.
Here it will be made into yarn and move on to the 'weaving loom'
where it will be made into a soft, luxurious garment.
Go to www.alpacacentral.ca for directions.
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ARRIBA LINEA PRESENTS:
CAMELIDYNAMICS – TWO DAY BASIC CLINIC
WITH MARTY MCGEE BENNETT
MAY 29 & 30, 2010
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 llamas and alpacas find dangerous and threatening. Then, learn simple alternatives to these behaviors and you are on your way to restraint-free handling of your llamas and alpacas. No more grabbing, no more wrestling, no more cushing, no more spitting, no more chasing.
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE SEE OUR WEBSITES:
www.arribalinea.com/arriba_events_2010.html
or http://www.camelidynamics.com/home/cam/multilist_18/martys_2010_calendar.html#q117
For More Information, Please Contact Lori:
lori@arribalinea.com or call 905-862-0222
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Fibre Mania
Shearing Open House at Spinning Wheel Alpaca Farm
May 29th, 2010 10am-5pm
Shear heaven!!!
An outdoor educational alpaca experience.
See the shearing process, tour the vendor’s fibre area, 4-H bake sale,
Gallery on the Farm Certified organic burgers, spinning, weaving demonstrations.
Lots to do, get close and personal with the alpacas, come meet Rocky the camel.
Visit www.spinningwheelalpacas.com or www.fibremania.com.
Admission by donation.
All Proceeds will be donated to Community Care Durham Adult Day Program.
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FREE Fibre Sorting Clinic at Spinning Wheel Alpaca Farm
June 5th, 2010 10am-12noon (or later if need be)
This is a basic quick start in getting your fibre prepared for show or processing.
Contact Nancy to pre register by emailing mailto:alpacas@xplornet.com or call 905-263-2098.
Cost: FREE
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Spinning Wheel Alpacas presents:
Dyeing to Dye Fibre Seminar
June 12th, 2010 10am-5pm
Need we say more?
A great day to learn about dyeing alpaca and other natural fibres.
Bring your own fibre, yarn or purchase some fibre from The Fleece Station.
Lunch will be provided.
Contact Nancy to register by emailing mailto:alpacas@xplornet.com or call 905-263-2098.
Cost: $50.00
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creativfestival
www.csnf.com/
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Gemini Fibres
Gemini Fibres Workshops
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Ontario Handweavers & Spinners
Resource Page
www.ohs.on.ca/resource.htm
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Village Yarns Class Listing
www.villageyarns.com/vyolcurrentevents1.html
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Passion Knit Classes & Workshops
www.passionknit.ca/PassionKnit%20Classes.htm
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Threads in Time Workshops
www.threadsntimeweaving.com/workshops.htm
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Rose Haven Farm Workshops
www.rosehavenfarm.net
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Workshops at The Needle Emporium
www.needleemporium.com
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