11th Annual Llama/Alpaca
Information & Education Day
A Washington State Non-Profit 501c3
Saturday, June 23, 2018
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.
JNK Llama Farm
Bellingham, Washington
*Coffee will be available at check-in.
*Please CONTACT us to be put on our mailing list for
this and other llama/alpaca events*
Click HERE for Info on the June Mt Baker Fling Show
Click HERE for Info on the July Darrington Summer Mt Baker 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!
***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
Kirk, Peggy & Monica Gresham- The Llama Collection
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 *
DVM Michael Anderson- Kulshan Veterinary Office
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
Kay Munson
Assisted and Sponsored by:
DVM Michael Anderson- Kulshan Veterinary Office
Liz Martin- Sahalee Llama Farm
Jeff Carr & Janette Tomlinson
Dusty Graham- Photographer
Nancy Graham- Check In Specialist
In 2007 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 had over 100 people that came to see how to care for (shearing, shots, toenails, etc.), feed and train camelids. People who attended this event get a day filled with lots of information and education! Because it was 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 they already have them, we want you to keep and take care of them. We give you the tools to be successful!
On June 23, 2018 at JNK Llama Farm 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 had over 100 people that came to see how to care for (shearing, shots, toenails, etc.), feed and train camelids. People who attended this event get a day filled with lots of information and education! Because it was 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 they already have them, we want you to keep and take care of them. We give you the tools to be successful!
On June 23, 2018 at JNK Llama Farm 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 2018 Class Lists and Schedule
| 2018_info_day_schedule_master.pdf |
| 2018_info_day_classes.pdf |
This is only a partial list of our classes.
Conservation Basics for Confinement Areas-
w/ Corina Cheever etc.- Whatcom Conservation District
Shearing 101 & Hands on Shearing Demonstration
w/ Kelly McWhorter, Mikie Morris & Kate Otey-
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/ Michael Anderson DVM Kulshan 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
Ongoing Spinning and Fiber Usage Demonstrations
Needle Felting-
w/ Kelly McWhorter
Hard to Halter Llama/Alpaca Tips & Demonstration-
w/ Mikie Morris & Lisi Ott
Llama Packing Equipment & Information-
w/ Lisi Ott
Pasture Management-
Whatcom Conservation District w/ Corina Cheever & Jeff Kuklenski
THERE ARE MORE CLASSES!
w/ Corina Cheever etc.- Whatcom Conservation District
Shearing 101 & Hands on Shearing Demonstration
w/ Kelly McWhorter, Mikie Morris & Kate Otey-
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/ Michael Anderson DVM Kulshan 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
Ongoing Spinning and Fiber Usage Demonstrations
Needle Felting-
w/ Kelly McWhorter
Hard to Halter Llama/Alpaca Tips & Demonstration-
w/ Mikie Morris & Lisi Ott
Llama Packing Equipment & Information-
w/ Lisi Ott
Pasture Management-
Whatcom Conservation District w/ Corina Cheever & Jeff Kuklenski
THERE ARE MORE CLASSES!
Click HERE to see photos of a typical Information 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 Group." Check
back as we are arranging rates and will have more
information soon! These rates will possibly change.
Comfort Inn Hotel
https://www.choicehotels.com/wa041
360-738-1100
Group Name to Reserve Rooms: Llama Group
1 King Bed Suites $101.15 + tax
1 Double Queen Bed $109.65 + tax
Must be booked by May 25, 2018 or you will be paying full price!
Holiday Inn Express
360-671-4800
Rooms are booked for 6/12 Friday and 6/13 Saturday
$148.70
Rooms available in Non-Smoking, King or 2 Full Beds (booked 5)
Includes deluxe breakfast
Will release rooms on 6/5/15
Book your room under the group name, "Llama Group." Check
back as we are arranging rates and will have more
information soon! These rates will possibly change.
Comfort Inn Hotel
https://www.choicehotels.com/wa041
360-738-1100
Group Name to Reserve Rooms: Llama Group
1 King Bed Suites $101.15 + tax
1 Double Queen Bed $109.65 + tax
Must be booked by May 25, 2018 or you will be paying full price!
Holiday Inn Express
360-671-4800
Rooms are booked for 6/12 Friday and 6/13 Saturday
$148.70
Rooms available in Non-Smoking, King or 2 Full Beds (booked 5)
Includes deluxe breakfast
Will release rooms on 6/5/15