August 24-27, 2023

ARRIVE at CRESCENT MOON RANCH, TERREBONNE

8.30 – 9.00 Continental Breakfast-

9.15 am – 10.45 am- Subject: “Alpaca, a luxury & versatile fiber, sustainability” -Amazing animals, from breeding and producing fiber across all grades- market to end product. From carpets to knitting yarns to high end fashions- along with sustainability, earth friendly and community

Speaker: Juan Pepper, General Manager, Michell & Co, Peru                                                                                             

11.00-11.45 Updates from Suri Network– Hear all the amazing things that have been happening this last year. Tim & Beth Sheets, Heritage Farm Alpacas

12.00 – 12.45 Split group 12.00 –  12.25  / 12.25 – 12.45

Subject: Hands on body scoring and hands on fleece evaluation- How does nutrition and environment aid to your success.                                                                      Speakers: and Dr. Jen Parsons, PhD Mazuri Feeds- Lead Nutritionist & Nichole Huntely & Amanda VandenBosch, Flying Dutchman Alpacas & International  Alpaca Judge

12.30 – 1.15 Lunch

1.15 – 2.45 45 mins and switch (2 groups) 1.15-1.45 / 2.00-2.45    “Subject: Showring Secrets”-  and “What does the judge look for” Don’t miss this, so much knowledge and tips for success- look at live alpacas, select for show-ring along with preparation, toenails, CVI, training etc Speakers: Scott & Debbie Miller, Crescent Moon Ranch  & Amanda VandenBosch, Flying Dutchman Alpacas, International Judge                                                                                 –

3.00-4.30 Subject: Alpacas and reproduction     Speaker: Dr Ahmed Tibary- Bring your questions and learn from one of the worlds industry experts.

4.45-5.15  Subject: “Live Auction Fun – How does it all work?”  Overview of how it all works-Learn more about the options available and ask in person any questions you may have – entering alpacas, networking, setting reserves, bidding, insurance. Everyone’s success!      Speakers: Tim & Teresa Vincent- Celebrity Sales- OR

5.30 – 7.00 PM- Hands on preview and fleeces for Auction animals – All alpacas will be in their pens and the fleeces displayed. Take the time to visit each pen, look at pedigrees, feel the fleeces and learn more about all the alpacas from their breeders and absorb all the information, amazing genetics available for the Saturday LIVE Auction. 

7.00 PM Dinner on your OWN- Experience- Central Oregon Restaurants- Enjoy your evening!

At CRESCENT MOON RANCH, TERREBONNE

8.30 – 9.30- Continental Breakfast & visit alpaca pens look at auction alpacas in their pens

9.30 – 10.45- – Alpaca Reproduction-Success in breeding and care of the prized alpaca- Speaker– Dr Ahmed Tibary, DVM

8.30 -2.00 – Spend time evaluating all the alpacas in the sale. Talk to the breeders, learn hands on. Such an incredible opportunity to visit with breeders, alpaca experts from around the world.

12.30 – 1.30 Lunch

2.00 PM LIVE AUCTION STARTS –  CELEBRITY SALES

8.30 am – 12.30 Pens open for alpaca viewing for auction- An opportunity to hands on all alpacas and visit with breeders and learn more, whether you are actively buying, new and just learning or just 100% alpaca enthusiast. This is an opportunity to really get to feel, listen and learn from many successful, passionate, alpaca breeders.

4.30 – PM End of Auction (Time may vary)

Arrive at Flying Dutchman Alpacas, LLC 65485 Cline Falls Hwy, Bend, OR 97703

9.00 – 9.30 Breakfast from Tumalo CoffeeHouse. Home baked Quiche and Fruits, continental breakfast

9.30 – 10.45 “How to promote your Alpaca business and farm”. Photography, websites, networking. How to use your camera and settings to take that AMAZING image that captures the essence of your farm and animals that says it all! Learn from the best with Wasim. Interactive, bring your camera, learn lots of tricks of the trade.     Speaker: Wasim Muklashy, Photographer & Alpacapreneur.

11.00 – 12.00 – Alpaca Dentals– Dr Rachel Oxley will share her knowledge on Alpaca Dentistry and  how to approach common problems and interesting findings.                 Speaker: Dr Rachel Oxley, DVM Juniper Country Veterinarian Services.

12.00 – 12.30 Round Table– Ask the experts your valued questions

12.30 Lunch from Tumalo CoffeeHouse

1.15- THE ANNUAL AMAZING GREAT DUCK SCRAMBLE– Prizes, Prizes, Prizes

To end the 2023 Education with a Destination with a leap into the pond to catch your “DUCK” – sounds like fun doesn’t it! DUCKS mean PRIZES. You get wet, show your competitive side and can win an assortment of prizes, stud male breedings and a live alpaca!! Guaranteed to make you smile and end a perfect 2023 Education with a Destination!!