National Alpaca Farm Days [back
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National Alpaca Farm Days are September 24 and 25, 2011. The Alpaca Owners and Breeders Association marketing committee has designed a comprehensive plan to increase awareness of alpacas, and they encourage you to visit an alpaca farm. Their goal is for you to easily find an alpaca farm or ranch in your area to visit on Sept 24th and/or 25th. This will give you an opportunity to learn about alpacas and meet new people living this satisfying and rewarding lifestyle in your area.
By now you may have seen the national ad running through September promoting National Alpaca Farm Days or perhaps you read an article in Alpacas® Magazine that mentions www.NationalAlpacaFarmDays.com. Whatever the reason, we are glad you are interested in finding a listing of participating farms located near you.
You may have already seen posters in some retail establishments, such as your vet’s office, feed store, western clothing store, etc. Many states have received proclamations from their Governors declaring the last weekend in September as National Alpaca Farm Days. A lot of AOBA alpaca farm members are participating over the weekend and will be open for visitors. Check the website for days and hours open. Every farm has their unique style of welcoming and educating visitors and you won’t want to miss this experience!
Dates: Sept. 24-25, 2011
URL: http://www.nationalalpacafarmdays.com
 Open Farm Day and Fiber Fest [back
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We will be having free educational seminars on both days. Topics will include how to set up a farm, and how to become a successful Alpaca breeder.
Activities will include:
- 4-H Sign-Up!!!!
- Alpaca Demonstrations
- Breeding Seminars
- Fiber-Arts Demonstrations
- Soap-Felting Demonstrations
- Pet-Assisted Therapy
- Greener Gardens with Alpaca Manure
- Fiber, Fiber, Fiber Everywhere - Raw, Rovings, and Yarn
- Unadvertised specials on quality breeding stock!
- 4-H/Pet Quality Males
Additionally, we will have alpaca products for sale including hats, scarves, blankets, sweaters, gloves, and socks. We will also have raw fleece and rovings, as well as all types and colors of alpaca yarns.
Dates: Saturday, September 24 – Sunday, September 25
Sponsor: Criative Acres
3807 Salem Church Road, Jarrettsville, MD 21084
Contact: Renee Petersam
Email: criativeacres@verizon.net
Website: www.criativeacres.com
Phone: 410-557-6869
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