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May 2008

May 10 to May 11, 2008
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Event Type: Sale and Auctions
Event Name: Llama Magic
Lake Elmo, Minnesota
The Midwest's oldest and largest private treaty sale offers llamas and alpacas from almost 30 farms for sale Mother's Day weekend at the Washington County Fairgrounds. Free classes held Saturday, and a show for youth and novice adults held Sunday. A fleece contest is offered, along with a wide array of vendors. Shearing for llamas and alpacas also available.
Contact email: bsfugina@pressenter.com
More Information: www.llamamagic.com

May 10 to May 11, 2008
Event Type: Workshops
Event Name: Cathy Spalding Gentle Spirit Behavior & Training 2-Day Clini
Grass Valley, CA
Mark Your Calendar NOW for May10th & May 11th, 2008 Cathy Spalding Gentle Spirit Behavior & Training 2-Day Clinic held at Wild Oak Llamas in Grass Valley, CA. Our Llamas & Alpacas are "talking" to us all the time. Let Cathy help us to understand what they are saying. topics covered include additionas andrefinements in recognizing behavior as it relates to our training & herdmanagement choices, positioning, leading, leading issues/echniques, use of a confidense course using obstacles, starting babies, learning to te, trailer load and group problem solving of difficult behavioral issues. Includes actual "Hands on" work by participants in these areas with alpacas or llamas. $215 per person ( Youth $75) Register by calling Mary at Wild Oak Llamas 530-273-8931 or www.wildaokllamas.com
Contact email: mary@nbws.com
More Information: www.wildoakllamas.com

May 10
Time: 8:00 AM
Event Type: Show
Event Name: Arkansas Spring LAARK Llama Show
Ft. Smith, Arkansas
Hobo show-ALSA sanctioned Level II show- Halter and performance
Contact email: osage11437@aol.com
More Information: www.laarkllama.com

May 17 to May 19, 2008
Time: Starts 8:00 a.m.
Event Type: Show
Event Name: Indy Open 400 & 500
Noblesville, IN
Double show, double cash premiums & Ribbons. All classes offered. Indy Open Fiber Show - Adult & Youth Classes & Finished Items Fun exhibitor perks offered
Contact email: llamas@shagbarkridge.com
More Information: www.shagbarkridge.com/indy.html

May 17 to May 18, 2008
Event Type: Recreational Events
Event Name: OPEN BARN at Buck Hollow Llamas, Inc.
Birdsboro, PA
Come see our line-up of champion studs and their offspring. Pick up a chute or panels (call in advance for availability.) Come learn about llamas.
Contact email: carol@buckhollowllamas.com
More Information: www.buckhollowllamas.com

May 17 to May 18, 2008
Time: 8:00 a.m.
Event Type: Show
Event Name: Indy Open Llama Show
Noblesville, Indiana
Indy Open 400 & 500 * Indy Open Fiber Show Double ALSA show. Double premiums & ribbons. All youth classes offered. Best of Show Award. Easy unloading - nice facility.
Contact email: llamas@shagbarkridge.com
More Information: www.shagbarkridge.com/indy.html

May 17
Time: 10 am - 4 pm
Event Type: Recreational Events
Event Name: 3rd Annual Pack Llamafest
Sanders Co. Fairgrounds, Plains, MT
Llama packing get togeather. Compare equipment, trade favorite hikes, talk with fellow packers. Old hands and wannabes all welcome. Shearing demos and chipping clinic (by reservation)
Contact email: bcllama@blackfoot.net

May 17
Time: 11AM - 3PM
Event Type: Recreational Events
Event Name: Free Open Ranch Day
Rusk TX
Get a hands-on experience of miniature llamas, ask questions about getting started, setting up ranch facilities, nutrition and herd management, financing, what to do with all that fiber, and how to market your animals. Luxurious yarn, weavings, and apparel will be for sale. Herdsire Review: The alpaca and mini-llama herdsires will be available for you review if you're looking for stud services for you special females. Great opportunity to see the new crias. Get directions to the ranch
Contact email: contact@ableoaks.com
More Information: http://www.ableoaks.com/events.html

May 29 to June 1, 2008
Event Type: Show
Event Name: 5th Annual Great Smoky Mountains Llama Show
White Pine, TN
Takes place at Walter State Agricultural Expo Center. This is a beautiful site in the foothills of the Smokies with a temperature-controlled arena that seats 2000 persons and large 10x12 stalls with sliding doors. Food and weather is outstanding! For more information contact Helen Farley by email.
Contact email: farley42@tds.net

May 30 to June 1, 2008
Time: Check in Noon - 9pm 5/30/08
Event Type: Show
Event Name: WNY Llama & Fiber Classic
5600 McKinley PkWy Hamburg NY
ALSA Llama Show and Fiber Festival Vender space available for both days
Contact email: junderberg@americas-fair.org
More Information: www.americas-fair.org

May 31 to June 1, 2008
Event Type: Show
Event Name: WNY Llama & Fiber Classic ALSA Llama Show & Fiber Festival
Hambrg Fair Grounds Hamburg NY

Contact email: junderberg@americas-fair.org
More Information: www.the-fairgrounds.com

May 31 to June 1, 2008
Time: 8:30 a.m.
Event Type: Show
Event Name: Mid Michigan Llama Show
Mt. Pleasant, MI
ALSA show, Mary Jo Miller, Judge Isabella County Fairgrounds
Contact email: millerlama@aol.com

Edit May 31
Event Type: Show
Event Name: Ohio River Llama Festival
Franklin Furnace, OH
Level I ALSA Llama Show You may arrive as early as 6 p.m. on Friday, 5/30 Youth Classes begin 9 a.m. Halter Classes after youth; arrival is flexable; halter class meeting after classes US 52 Ohio Horse Park Franklin Furnace, OH Judge: Doug Overman Show Superintendents: Carlyle/Diana Lewis Phone 740/886-7086 or 740/550-1007 Food on site for day of show Camper hookups Water/Electricity Silent Auction Lodging conveniently located within 15 minutes of facility Show web site:
Contact email: ohioriverllama@aol.com
More Information: www.lamaregistry.com/smod/index.php?id=112

June 2008

June 6 to June 8, 2008
Event Type: Show
Event Name: New York Grand Hobo Show
Schaghticoke, NY Fairgrounds
An ALSA Sanctioned Level III Llama Show. Come for a fun filled weekend and leave the stress of grooming at home. Awards given to the dirtiest llama and Marshals will be on patrol! Sponsorships and advertising available. Contact Todd Smith for more info--listed e-mail or cell 518-858-8502.
Contact email: hhlfarm@aol.com

June 6 to June 8, 2008
Event Type: Recreational Events
Event Name: Hot & Hazy Fiber Festival
Schaghticoke, NY Fairgrounds
Schaghticoke, NY in conjunction with the New York Grand Hobo Show! Featuring EVERYTHING for the hand spinner, knitter, weaver, and crocheter! Vendors will include spinning wheels, weaving supplies, fleece & roving, hand spun yarn, demonstrations, and more!! For more details, or to become a vendor, please contact Lana at listed e-mail address.
Contact email: woolnwheels@gmail.com

June 18 to June 22, 2008
Event Type: Show
Event Name: Lama Association of North America Expo
Fallon, Nevada
Mark your calendars NOW for the Lama Association of North America Expo on June 18th - June 22nd, 2008 at the Churchill County Fairgrounds in Fallon, Nevada. PLTA Pack Trail on June 18, Educational Program & Speakers on June 19 and 20, and Double ALSA Llama Show on June 21 and 22. Check the LANA website at www.llamainfo.org or call the LANA office at 541-830-8262.
More Information: www.llamainfo.org

June 20 to June 22, 2008
Time: 8:00 AM Sat & Sun
Event Type: Show
Event Name: Lama Market
Eau Claire, WI.
Lama Market 2008 An ALSA Sanctioned Level II Llama Show Sponsored by Wisconsin Organization of Llama Enthusiasts June 20 - 22, 2008 Eau Claire, WI. Eau Claire County Exposition Center Judge: Lora Crawford, California
Contact email: llamas@valleyviewacres.com

Edit June 21 to June 22, 2008
Event Type: Show
Event Name: Lama Market
Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Lama Market 2008 An ALSA Sanctioned Level II Llama Show Sponsored by Wisconsin Organization of Llama Enthusiasts June 20 - 22, 2008 Eau Claire, WI. Eau Claire County Exposition Center Judge: Lora Crawford, California
Contact email: kmberg@pressenter.com
More Information: www.lamaregistry.com/smod/index.php?id=128

June 27 to June 29, 2008
Event Type: Recreational Events
Event Name: 2008 Backcountry Llama Association Rendezvous
Emigrant Springs, OR
Join the fun! Lots of activities, educational seminars, great food, great prizes, great people and lots of great llamas. A bound-to-be-memorable pack trip into the Eagle Cap Wilderness has been added to this years schedule. Get that vacation time set aside now.
Contact email: llamas@rattlesnakeridgeranch.com
More Information: www.rattlesnakeridgeranch.com

June 27 to June 29, 2008
Time: Starts noon on Friday.
Event Type: Show
Event Name: All American Youth Jamboree & Shows
Noblesville, Indiana
First Annual Youth Jamboree! Full ALSA youth show and full 4-H youth show. Premiums, ribbons, prizes! Workshops, seminars, challenges, & fun! Affordable total entry fee $50.00. Don't miss this exciting first-time event!
Contact email: llamas@shagbarkridge.com
More Information: www.youthjamboree.net

Edit June 27 to June 29, 2008
Time: Starts Friday Noon
Event Type: Show
Event Name: All American Youth Jamboree & Shows
Noblesville, Indiana
First Annual All American Youth Jamboree! Complete ALSA youth show and complete 4-H youth show and Youth Conference!. Premiums, ribbons, prizes, & fun. Workshops, seminars, challenges, llama jeopardy, farmer olympics, dance, cook outs. One total fee $50.00. A don't miss event!!!
Contact email: llamas@shagbarkridge.com
More Information: www.youthjamboree.net

June 27 to June 29, 2008
Event Type: Sale and Auctions
Event Name: Twin Lakes Llama Ranch Peruvian Share The Herd Sale
Monroe Michigan
After 25 years in the llama business we are liquidating our herd of 200 Full Peruvian llamas. The largest Full Peruvian herd North of Peru. Many Peruvian Suris and silkies, show stock and breeding stock. All Full Peruvians. Preview Friday followed by an all you can eat Italian Pasta Feast. Sale starts Saturday at 11:00 am. Something for everyone. 734 241 4621
Contact email: mbrant@gmail.com
More Information: www.twinlakesllamas.com

July 2008

July 24 to July 26, 2008
Time: 8:00 AM
Event Type: Show
Event Name: Ohio State Fair Llama Show
Ohio State Fairgrounds, Columbus, OH
This is a unique time for we in Ohio and for our "Ohio State Fair Llama Show"! We owe much of it to all of you in the surrounding states! You have helped make us the longest, and still going strong, Llama Show in existence. Come celebrate with us at this Level III Show and let us "thank you"! Same show manager, same great crew, same facility, same "the best judges", and, still today, the same motto we began with 20 years ago! "Take care of each other and each other's animals"! Access all info at www.ohiostatefair.com for our show. Deadline is ALWAYS June 20. This year....food and prizes on us! And, as always, the temperature will be a balmy 72 all weekend!
Contact email: Llamadeb@aol.com
More Information: www.ohiostatefair.com

July 25
Event Type: Sale and Auctions
Event Name: WALKABOUT VI
Sisters, OR
Hinterland's 6th Tri-annual Llama Production Sale. A Stellar Selection of the finest show and breeding stock in North America. Preview: Friday, July 25th, Auction: Saturday, July 26th. Please contact Kay at 541-549-1215 or by email.
Contact email: hinterlandllamas@people.com
More Information: www.hinterlandllamas.com

August 2008

August 1 to August 3, 2008
Event Type: Association Meetings
Event Name: Camelid Community 2008
Kansas City, Missouri
This annual gathering is the only national forum for llama and alpaca organizations and individuals to meet and discuss "the state of the union" within the camelid world. All llama and alpaca organizations are encouraged to send a representative to this open forum, and interested individuals are also welcome.
Contact email: bsfugina@pressenter.com, bebaker@hughes.net
More Information: www.icinfo.org

August 2
Time: 8:00 a.m.
Event Type: Show
Event Name: Lenawee County Fair Llama Show
Adrian, Michigan
A Uniquely Fun Open Llama Show utilizing the ILR Show Manager to track all ILR points! Added Incentives: Champion Showmanship Class! Best In Show! Youth Halter Classes! Two Youth, Novice AND Advanced Performance Champions! Come join the FUN! Official Show Judge: Beth Myers
Contact email: Uniqueanimal@aol.com
More Information: www.LashsUniqueAnimals.com

August 5 to August 7, 2008
Time: All day both days
Event Type: Show
Event Name: Americas Faie Alpaca Show
5600 McKinley PklWy Hamburg NY
ALSA Alpaca Show
Contact email: psmith@americas-fair.org
More Information: www.americas-fair.org

August 8 to August 10, 2008
Time: all day both days
Event Type: Show
5600 McKinley Pky, Hamburg, NY
ALSA Llama Show
Contact email: psmith@americas-fair.org
More Information: www.americas-fair.org

August 8 to August 9, 2008
Time: 8:30am to late on 8/8 & 8am to 1pm on 8/9
Event Type: Show
Event Name: The West Virginia Grand Llama & Fleece Show
State Fairgrounds of WV in Fairlea, WV
Our Llama show opens the State Fair of WV this year with the 1st livestock show of the 2008 Season. We are ALSA sanctioned Llama & Llama Fleece show, offering a full compliment of Youth and Adult divisions as well as full shorn fleece and walking fleece divisons. Rosette ribbons, Premium monies, Felt banners, & Best of Show ribbons and awards will be given as momento's for your WV Grand 2008 llama show collection of memories. Check in Thursday August 7th departure Sunday August 10th. Please make your overnight accomodiations NOW! Entry forms will be posted at www.statefairofwv.com in June. Entry deadline is July 15. Our judges are Deb Ullrich & Maryan Baker both from CA. Come join us in "Wild and Wonderful WV" Smiles :-) Annie Higginbotham of Head & Heart Llamas your WV Grand show superintendent
Contact email: hhllamas@earthlink.net
More Information: www.statefairofwv.com

August 30 to August 31, 2008
Time: All Day
Event Type: Show
Castle Rock CO
LOCC Fall Classic Llama Show Double Point Halter - Single Point Performance. We will be adding some new and hopeful fun classes this year - so be sure to check this out.
Contact email: wildcatllamas@aol.com
More Information: www.coloradollamas.com

September 2008

September 19 to September 21, 2008
Time: 8:00 am
Event Type: Sale and Auctions
Event Name: LFA World Championship Sale
Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Contact email: philip@pfeiner.com
More Information: www.thelfa.org

September 19
Time: 8:00 am
Event Type: Show
Event Name: Single Point ALSA Show and Jackpot Obstacle Futurity
Cedar Rapids, IA
With both Open and Senior Jackpot classes.
Contact email: philip@pfeiner.com
More Information: www.thelfa.org

September 27 to September 28, 2008
Time: 8:00 a.m. each day
Event Type: Show
Event Name: Millennium Magic Fall Festival
Adrian, Michigan
With our past excitement from The Millennium Magic Events, we are now ready to offer a new Fall Show! Announcing our Millennium Magic Fall Festival Double Open Llama Show! You will enjoy a Unique Experience of Fun, A Fellowship Dinner, along with a Wonderful double Llama show! A great opportunity to bring your newly purchased LFA llamas out and show them off! The official 2008 judges: Terry Duespohl and Darrell Anderson
Contact email: Uniqueanimal@aol.com
More Information: www.LashsUniqueAnimals.com