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Education with Destination

Date: August 26 - 29, 2010

Education with Destination

EDUCATION with a DESTINATION
August 26-29, 2010
We added an extra day!

The Education: SHOWING...SOUP to NUTS

The second annual EDUCATION WITH A DESTINATION just may be the most comprehensive 4-days of education you can find. The event takes place at three ranches near Bend, Oregon with experts in all aspects of llamas and alpacas. You will learn...
~   How to select breedings for the show ring
~   What to pack for the show.
~   Tips on long and short distance hauling
~   How to select the right show
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Handling and training your show animals
~   How to add that extra pizazz!
~   How to assess and select conformation
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How to assess and select fiber characteristics
~   Prepare fleece for show
~   Selecting the right animal to show
~   What the judge is looking for
~   Medical issues associated with travel.
  ..and much more!

Participate in the grand finale, the Education with a Destination Practice Show with Dr. Sumar, Marty, Amanda and Debbie right there to help you! Everyone is guaranteed to get a ribbon!

The Experts

Your instructors Amanda VandenBosch, Marty McGee Bennett , Debbie & Scott Miller, Cheryl Gehley, Dr. Rachel Oxley and Ken Beaver with very special guests, Dr. Ahmed Tibary, world reknown Camelid Veterinarian specializing in reproduction, and Dr. Julio Sumar veterinarian, judge, and teacher of teachers. Special guest Kay Patterson of Hinterland Llamas will present an overview and history of the camelid industry beginning in the early 70's to the present day.

The Destination

Education with Destination sponsored by three local ranches—Flying Dutchman Alpacas, Camelidynamics and Crescent Moon Ranch Alpacas—all near Bend, Oregon in beautiful Central Oregon, cradle of the camelid community. Learn more... visitbend.com