If you know of other events that may be of interest to those in the Southeast and surrounding areas, please let me know.

19	Southeastern Alpaca Association Annual Meeting - Southeastern Alpaca Association Ringgold, GA - To be held at the Colonnade, Benton Place Campus. Cost of lunch is $15 per person. Payment with reservations may be sent to Kay Kemp- KayKemp@Earthlink.net. New directors will be elected and speaker info to follow.
26-27	Alpaca Health Clinic with Dr. Toni Cotton - Alpaca Small Farm Network Columbia, SC - An intensive two day educational event covering multiple topics; the first day for vets (including hands-on labs), and the second day for owners. Come join us for in depth information that will help you better care for your alpacas. All this is offered in a beautiful venue that you will find comfortable and easy to access from major highways. Priced to accomodate new and small breeders' budgets. Contact Susan Kline - sweetheartalpacas@netscape.com
16-17	2006 TLC Fall Alpaca & Llama Show - Tennessee Llama Community Cookeville, TN - The Tennessee Llama Community will be hosting the 2006 TLC Fall Alpaca & Llama Show in Cookeville, TN on Sept 16 & 17, 2007 at the Hyder Burk Ag Pavilion at Tennessee Tech Campus. This is an ALSA approved Level III Llama and Level I Alpaca Show. This is a great way to warm up for the fall show season. This show is a lot of fun, low stress and not very expensive. Also it is the perfect way for new owners to learn the ropes of showing an alpaca before a judge. For show information contact Carolyn Potter at 5947 Happy Valley Rd. Tallassee, TN 37878 or 865-856-9848. Show registration deadline is Aug. 25. 2006. Carolyn Potter 865-856-9848 or soly@frontiernet.net
23	Alpacas 101: Topknot to Toenails Fairhope, AL - This seminar will cover all you need to know before purchasing your alpacas. Topics covered will include: the history of alpacas, purchase selection, farm/ranch set-up, financial aspects, business planning, marketing, and herd management with emphasis on raising alpacas in hot/humid climates. In the afternoon there will be a hands on segment - learn to halter them, trim toenails, etc. Katy Spears (251)929-0677 or alpacas@bellsouth.net
30	Breed Type Conference - Southeastern Alpaca Association Athens, GA - Info to follow from the Education Committee.
17-19	The Alpaca Pavilion at Sunbelt Expo - Southeastern Alpaca Association Moutrie, GA - Alpacas on display, fiber arts, and the SeAA Store. Web address - www.sealpaca.org/sunbeltexpo
20-22	Wild & Wooly Alpaca Expo 2006 Folsom, LA - Educational Seminars to, “Meet the Alpaca”. Contact Sandy Steffy - sandstef@charter.net Web address - www.wildwoolyalpaca.info
28	Show Competition Techniques & Breeding Decisions Workshop Easley, SC - Discover what the judges want us to know! Improve your show techniques, fleece entries and performance skills. Come find out what the judges are evaluating in the ring, fleece and performance classes. Learn how to improve your alpaca herd from an experienced owner/breeder. Tim Lavan is an AOBA certified Judge for Huacaya and Suri halter, fleece and performance classes. He also is a judge trainer for Huacaya and Suri halter & fleece classes at show levels I, II & III. Tim has been raising Alpacas at his farm since 1993. The day will be full of information, techniques and hands on exercises. Mark your calendar now and plan to attend this exciting event. Sue Matlis 864-859-9667 or risa2alpacas@aol.com
TBD	4th Annual Open House - Fairhope Alpacas Fairhope, AL - Join Fairhope Alpacas for a fun day of watching cria (baby alpacas) playing in the fields, and learning more about alpacas! Katy and Steve will be available to answer all your alpaca questions. This is a great time to come out and see their farm if you are just curious about alpacas. Contact Katy Spears - alpacas@Bellsouth.net Web address - www.FairhopeAlpacas.com
20-22	Louisana Deep South Alpaca Show - Silver Waters Alpaca Ranch & Twins Alpaca Farm Monroe, LA - Anticipate over 200 alpacas. Contact Amy McCroskie - amywm@aol.com
1-3	BelleauWood Select Alpaca Auction Concord, NC - BelleauWood Select Alpaca Auction is the premier alpaca sales event in the Southeast. Top quality huacaya alpacas from around the United States will be offered in the sale. World class herdsires will also be on display for bookings in the Herdsire Showcase. Premier auction, herdsire showcase, free educational seminars, acclaimed speakers, meals, entertainment, alpaca vendors and much more! Make your plans to attend today. Erin McCarthy 704-503-7369 / 704-907-7512 or erin@belleauwood.com
2-15	Adventure in Peru -- Australia Breeders Decatur, TN - Helen Hamann, a native of Peru, and an internationally known knitwear designer and alpaca expert, will accompany this tour and share her experiences growing up and living in Peru. Join us on this exciting, fun and educational trip to Peru where raising alpacas and knitting and weaving with alpaca yarn are ancient art forms with great cultural importance. Explore the fascinating culture of this most unique South-American country. Sample its magnificent, flavorful and varied food – by far one of the best in the world. Visit ancient Incan ruins and a pre-Incan textiles museum. Shop at local markets, knit with native Quechuan women and visit an alpaca and a vicuna ranch. Marvel at the scenery: bleak and vast deserts, mesmerizing mountains, deep canyons, productive valleys and impenetrable jungles. While traveling with fellow alpaca, knitting and textile enthusiasts, work on a knitting project inspired by Incan designs (optional) and receive insightful tips on color, design, texture, fit and all sorts of knitting techniques. Project kits are included in registration fees. English speaking guides accompany the group tours throughout. Russell Dawe 0419 308 466 or rdawe@apollobay.org.au.
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9-11	Sunshine State Alpaca Expo & Auction 2007 - Florida Alpaca Breeders Association (FABA) Jacksonville, FL - Anticipate over 300 alpacas. Contact Peg Stephens - pegstephens@earthlink.net
3-4	Southern Select 2007 - Southeastern Alpaca Association Shelbyville, TN - We anticipate hosting one of the premier halter and fleece shows in the nation with a Level IV halter and Level II fleece show. This year we are adding a Fiber Spin-Off to our stellar line-up of activities. We will again feature an alpaca care seminar by Dr. Norm Evans of Lama Wellness Service. Contact Kay Kemp- KayKemp@Earthlink.net Web - www.southernselectalpacashow.org
20-23	The Futurity - Celebrity Sales Louisville, KY - Anticipate over 1,000 alpacas. Contact Mario Pedroza - alpacaroza@aol.com Website: www.The-Futurity.com
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