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12th Annual Llama/Alpaca Information & Education Day
A Washington State Non-Profit 501c3
Board Members:
Niki Kuklenski- President
Vice President
Secretary- Jessica Friedt
Treasurer- Roy Williams
Board Member- Kelly McWhorter
Board Member- Kaylee Davidson
Saturday June 26, 2021
A RSVP is Required. PLEASE do not just drop in!
Check-In 8:30a.m.-All Day
Clinics/Classes 9:00a.m.-5:00p.m.
Bellingham, Washington
*Coffee will be available at check-in.
NOTE: We will send out an email with directions, a schedule, etc. once we get closer to the event date! Please do not email asking for directions!
*Please CONTACT us to be put on our mailing list for this and other llama/alpaca events- Please include the full names of anyone coming with you, your address, phone and email.
*Click HERE for Information on the Ferndale 41 Rescue! The reason we started Llama & Alpaca Information Day.
*Click HERE for resources for care of your camelids!
PLEASE NOTE WE ARE SORTING SOME DETAILS ON THESE!
Click HERE for Info on the June Mt Baker Fling Show
Click HERE for Info on the July Darrington Summer Fling Show
If you want our flier to print out and put up in your feedstores etc. click HERE
2007 Our First Llama & Alpaca Information Day Pictures
Courtesy of our photographer Dusty Graham!
Courtesy of our photographer Dusty Graham!
2017 Llama & Alpaca Information Day Pictures
Courtesy of our photographer Dusty Graham!
Courtesy of our photographer Dusty Graham!
2018 Llama & Alpaca Information Day Pictures
Courtesy of our photographer Dusty Graham!
Courtesy of our photographer Dusty Graham!
***If you have llamas, but do not know how to trim their nails, click HERE ***
***If you have llamas, and want to see a nail trim in a chute, click HERE ***
***If you have llamas, and want to see a nail trim in a chute, click HERE ***
Hosted by a Group of Dedicated
&
Caring Llama Owners
Jeff & Niki Kuklenski- JNK Llama Farm *
Liz Martin- Sahalee Llamas *
Kathy Kramer- Treasure Acres Llamas & Alpacas
Kelly McWhorter- Moonbeam Llama Farm
Mikie Morris- Bay Llama *
Dusty & Nancy Graham- Vida Nueva Ranch *
Dr. Julie Komarow- JR Llamas
Roy & Holly Williams- Highland Island Llamas
Lisi Ott- Purple Crayon Llama & Alpaca Ranch
* Involved since the beginning!
Also with:
Kaylee Davidson
Jessica Friedt
Assisted and Sponsored by:
Sylvia Angelilli
Vicky & Lance Engle
Dawn Moore- Wild Apple Llamas
Ann Barkley- Prairie Doctor Farm
Kay Munson
Rebecca Wood
Mary Sewright
Sandi Cash
Kelly & Leigh DiNatale
Dane Egenes
John Mallon
In 2007 (Ferndale 41 Rescue) we had a horrific rescue situation here in Whatcom County involving 41 neglected llamas. Many of the above people assisted in the care, rehab and adoption of these animals. Because of this situation and the frustration associated with people getting animals (llamas initially and now alpacas) that they know nothing about, we decided to offer a free information day to the adopters of these rescues. At that time we also opened this event up to anybody interested in or that already owned camelids that wanted to learn more about these amazing creatures.
What grew out of this situation was a very positive, informational and fun day. Some years we have over 100 people that came to see how to care for (shearing, shots, toenails, etc.), feed and train camelids. People who attend this event get a day filled with lots of information and education! Because it is so successful, we have continued to offer this event and for FREE! As time has continued, we have gone from 100% llama owners attending to now we have 75% alpaca owners. There are just too many of them being dumped and not enough homes!
After many of us trying to work the other angle of taking animals, trying to rehab them and then find them homes, we now try to work to help people understand and make wise choices before buying. If you already have them, we want you to keep and take care of them. We give you the tools to be successful!
On June 26, 2021 in Bellingham, Washington we will once again be offering this fabulous service to you! This is open to anybody that wants to learn more about possibly owning or taking care of camelids. There will be no animals available for purchase or promotion of individual farms. All attendees must RSVP prior!
As a bonus, make a weekend of it and either stay over for Sunday and watch or enter our ILR-SD Performance, Non-Breeder Halter and Youth Show!
What grew out of this situation was a very positive, informational and fun day. Some years we have over 100 people that came to see how to care for (shearing, shots, toenails, etc.), feed and train camelids. People who attend this event get a day filled with lots of information and education! Because it is so successful, we have continued to offer this event and for FREE! As time has continued, we have gone from 100% llama owners attending to now we have 75% alpaca owners. There are just too many of them being dumped and not enough homes!
After many of us trying to work the other angle of taking animals, trying to rehab them and then find them homes, we now try to work to help people understand and make wise choices before buying. If you already have them, we want you to keep and take care of them. We give you the tools to be successful!
On June 26, 2021 in Bellingham, Washington we will once again be offering this fabulous service to you! This is open to anybody that wants to learn more about possibly owning or taking care of camelids. There will be no animals available for purchase or promotion of individual farms. All attendees must RSVP prior!
As a bonus, make a weekend of it and either stay over for Sunday and watch or enter our ILR-SD Performance, Non-Breeder Halter and Youth Show!
Our 2019 Class Lists and Schedule
| 2019_info_day_classes.pdf |
| 2019_info_day_schedule_master-1.pdf |
Our Release Form You Must Bring Signed
| release_of_liability_2019.pdf |
This is only a partial list of our 2019 classes.
Pasture Evaluation & Managent-w / Whatcom Conservation District
Shearing 101 & 102 Hands on Shearing Demonstration
w/ Kelly McWhorter, Kate Otey, Jessie Munson, Roy Williams & Collin Favro
Toenail Trimming Demos-
w/ Jeff Kuklenski & Roy Williams-
Hands on Toenail Trimming-
w/ Jeff Kuklenski & Roy Williams-
Veterinary Information Talk
&
Basic Camelid Care & Camelid Maintenance
w/ Scot Lubbers DVM Amazia Veterinary Clinic -
Fiber Demonstrations-
w/ Lisi Ott & Kaylee Davidson-
Obstacles & Training for Llamas/Alpacas-
For fun, packing, and showing & Beginning Llama/Alpaca Ownership
w/ Dr. Julie Komarow, Kaylee Davidson, Jessie Munson, etc..
Ongoing Spinning and Fiber Usage Demonstrations
Therapy Work w/ Llamas/Alpacas-
w/ Holly Williams, Kendara VanNorman, Kelly McWhorter & Niki Kuklenski
Responsible Llama/Alpaca Ownership
w/ Jessie Munson, Kaylee Davidson and Elise Berg
Needle Felting-
w/ Kelly McWhorter
Hard to Halter Llama/Alpaca Tips & Demonstration-
w/ Mikie Morris & Lisi Ott
THERE ARE MORE CLASSES!
Shearing 101 & 102 Hands on Shearing Demonstration
w/ Kelly McWhorter, Kate Otey, Jessie Munson, Roy Williams & Collin Favro
Toenail Trimming Demos-
w/ Jeff Kuklenski & Roy Williams-
Hands on Toenail Trimming-
w/ Jeff Kuklenski & Roy Williams-
Veterinary Information Talk
&
Basic Camelid Care & Camelid Maintenance
w/ Scot Lubbers DVM Amazia Veterinary Clinic -
Fiber Demonstrations-
w/ Lisi Ott & Kaylee Davidson-
Obstacles & Training for Llamas/Alpacas-
For fun, packing, and showing & Beginning Llama/Alpaca Ownership
w/ Dr. Julie Komarow, Kaylee Davidson, Jessie Munson, etc..
Ongoing Spinning and Fiber Usage Demonstrations
Therapy Work w/ Llamas/Alpacas-
w/ Holly Williams, Kendara VanNorman, Kelly McWhorter & Niki Kuklenski
Responsible Llama/Alpaca Ownership
w/ Jessie Munson, Kaylee Davidson and Elise Berg
Needle Felting-
w/ Kelly McWhorter
Hard to Halter Llama/Alpaca Tips & Demonstration-
w/ Mikie Morris & Lisi Ott
THERE ARE MORE CLASSES!
Click HERE to see photos of a typical Information Day!
We will offer this when things get closer, but it has not be set up yet!
Buy your llama and alpaca minerals for the Summer! We have put together a bulk order with Stillwater Minerals http://www.stillwaterminerals.com/ just call by June 10th and let them know you want to order and give them the code "Llama Info." The order will be waiting for you when you come to Info Day!
Buy your llama and alpaca minerals for the Summer! We have put together a bulk order with Stillwater Minerals http://www.stillwaterminerals.com/ just call by June 10th and let them know you want to order and give them the code "Llama Info." The order will be waiting for you when you come to Info Day!
Hotel Information
Book your room under the group name, "Llama." Check
back as we are arranging rates and will have more
information soon! These rates will possibly change.
Holiday Inn Express
360-671-4800
Rooms are booked for 6/25 Friday through 6/27 Sunday
$110.95 plus tax
Rooms available in Non-Smoking, King or 2 Queens
Includes deluxe breakfast
Will release rooms on 6/4/21
DO NOT WAIT TO BOOK!
GuestHouse Kelso Longview
https://www.redlion.com/wa/kelso/guesthouse-kelso-longview
Located in: Three Rivers Mall
Address: 501 Three Rivers Dr, Longview, WA 98632
Phone: (360) 414-5953
Rooms have a roll away couch and breakfast is included!
Group Name to Reserve Rooms: Llama
3 King Bed Suites $99.00 + tax
2 Queen Bed $99.00 + tax
Must be booked by June 5, 2019 or you will be paying full price!
Book your room under the group name, "Llama." Check
back as we are arranging rates and will have more
information soon! These rates will possibly change.
Holiday Inn Express
360-671-4800
Rooms are booked for 6/25 Friday through 6/27 Sunday
$110.95 plus tax
Rooms available in Non-Smoking, King or 2 Queens
Includes deluxe breakfast
Will release rooms on 6/4/21
DO NOT WAIT TO BOOK!
GuestHouse Kelso Longview
https://www.redlion.com/wa/kelso/guesthouse-kelso-longview
Located in: Three Rivers Mall
Address: 501 Three Rivers Dr, Longview, WA 98632
Phone: (360) 414-5953
Rooms have a roll away couch and breakfast is included!
Group Name to Reserve Rooms: Llama
3 King Bed Suites $99.00 + tax
2 Queen Bed $99.00 + tax
Must be booked by June 5, 2019 or you will be paying full price!