Herd management Saturdays are held towards the end of each month, and we try to cover a topic of interest to those in attendance. These days are designed to help Blue Moon Ranch customers learn how to effectively care for their own alpacas. Occasionally, we will have space for other interested people as well. There is no charge for these classes for Blue Moon Ranch customers. Special classes and clinics taught by other people are offered throughout the year and those fees are explained below. Please email Linda if you are interested in a specific Saturday herd management class to find out if there is space available. click here to see what past years schedule looked like.
Please drop us an email if you'd like to join us on these days. thanks! Our schedule is subject to change, but should be accurate during the month listed .
Classes start at 10:00 a.m. unless otherwise noted. We are usually finished by noon.
I appreciate an email on the Friday before each class confirming your attendance. thanks!
2008 classes and events
January 26 Back to basics with a "how to" class. Bring your questions! The plan is to cover how to body score, take a temperature, trim nails, give a shot, fit a halter and whatever else you ask for!
February 23 Business class. How to run your alpaca farm as a business. We'll talk about web site development, marketing promotions and how to get your farm known. Repeat of 2007 class - we'll hope for better weather today!
March 22 Halter work with weanlings. We might even see nice weather at this time of year. Lets get these babies ready to be shown to buyers or judges.
April 5 Special class with Rita Miller! Class cost - $10 includes supplies. (except for some yarn) We will learn to weave a small pouch and you will never again wonder what to do with any of your leftover yarn! Class size limited . register today. CLASS FULL (if we have enough interest, we can schedule this again. send an email if you want to attend this class.)
April 26 Cria comparison class. The is a repeat of a popular class we began in 2007. A great way to evaluate a young alpacas in fleece and conformation, by comparing them to one another.
May 10 - 11 Special Class on photonic therapy with Roni Spresser. Class size limited Register early!
Roni is also using photonic therapy to help with fertility issues in alpacas. Here is a quote from Roni:
Class cost $250. 2 days 9-4 Class must be paid for to secure your place. Send your registration payment directly to Roni at the address below.
May 17 Teeth trimming. Not all alpacas need this service but we'll show you how we handle the ones that do. Rescue Remedy and lavender will be used to calm the animals and you can try some too! ☺
May 24 AOBA national conference , Sandy Utah May 21 - 25
June 7 Shearing day at Blue Moon Ranch! Helpers needed. Email Linda if you are available.
June 28 Since we will be in the middle of cria season, let talk about birthing, how to know when the dam needs help and basic care of the newborn.
July 26 Alpaca buyers class What to look for when purchasing an alpaca? Why are some priced higher and others lower? How to evaluate conformation and fleece. Reservations requested for this class. email Linda if you'd like to come!
Aug 23 Fun with Fleece. wash, spin, dye, knit, felt? I'll plan some demos, but please email in advance to let me know what you want to learn or practice today.
Sept 27 Fourth annual BMR fall open house!
October 25 TBA
Nov 29 TBA
Dec 27 TBA
Please email us for details on any of these events.