Alpacas are very educational, and fun for all ages!
Workshops and Events
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Island Alpaca Farm at Island Markets and Fairs, 2012: Featherstone Flea Market: Tuesday, 9:30 am-2 pm, June 19-August 28
West Tisbury Farmers Market: Wed. and Sat., 9 am-12 noon, June 23-Oct. 6
Chilmark Flea Market: Wed. and Sat., 9 am-2 pm, June 30-Sept. 1
West Tisbury Ag Society Fair: Thursday to Sunday, August 16-19
Neonatal/Birthing Clinic with Dr. Cheryl Dewitt:
April 14, 2012 .jpg) Island Alpaca Farm is proud to host a Birthing/Neonatal Clinic with Dr Cheryl DeWitt again next year... Dr. Dewitt is one of the most respected camelid vetrinarians in the United States. This seminar is a must-have for all future breeders, experienced breeders and vetrinarians. Other livestock breeders will certainly benefit from this seminar. Enjoy a morning lecture with presentations, on female reproduction/breeding; reproductive anatomy/physiology, breeding/pregnancy diagnosis options, gestational development and much more! Afternoon wet-lab using uterine simulators, will challenge registrants to diagnose the contents of the uterus, discuss a proposed delivery plan, identify and correct dystocias to deliver the cria safely. Invaluable emergency training, and a lot of fun! Course-book, a light breakfast and lunch provided. Class size very limited. 9:30 am-6 pm. $195, and $150 for additional participants from the same farm-(one course-book per farm), and just $100 for repeat guests. The price of the workshop is refundable should the attendee purchase alpacas or breedings to any of Island Alpaca fully owned herd sires. For information and registration, click here.
Mark your calendars: April 21, 2012, Island Alpaca Farm: 5th Annual Shearing Day Festival We hope you can join us for this remarkable event that will feature some of the areas finest alpacas. Over 60 alpacas are scheduled for shearing and public viewing. Bring the family for an hour of fun, and education. At this event you will meet the alpaca and enjoy a day with island friends. Learn more about this special day and view images from a past event here.
 Island Alpacas like to Party!! 
Hold your special event at the farm, or we will bring the alpacas to yours!
We come to you: Island Alpaca Farm will attend your wedding or special event with our alpacas in tow! Two of our most social alpacas will come with a farm assistant, their halters and leads for you to pet them comfortably, snacks for you and your guests to feed the alpaca, and alpaca party favors and alpaca balloons! Alpacas are very friendly and do not bite, they are very sweet, mild mannered animals. They are sure to be the hit of your party! Click here for more info!
Or, you come to us: Island Alpaca Farm is a terrific setting to hold your special event. Birthday party, baby or bridal shower, company event, reunion, anniversary, booksigning, or any reason for a most memorable party, even a book-signing! We have a lovely guest/viewing area, where you and your guests can be surrounded by our alpaca and a beautiful sunset. Click here for more info! Catering services available. Please inquire for rates and availability.
Workshop SummaryJoin us for our fun and informative classes that will be held at Island Alpaca Farm. Class sizes are limited so register early. Most classes also available by appointment. View our calendar dates for specific class details. Pre-registration is required.
Alpaca 101: The basics of alpaca care and ownership, for adults (See general description and registration information here.)
Alpaca Junior-Discovery: Join us for feeding, barn chores, pasture clean-up, and even take an alpaca for a walk. (Every Saturday, and Sunday, 9:30-11 am, for children. Adults welcomed. (See general description and registration information here.)
Knitting for Children: Ages 8 and up, 9:30-11:30 (Mon., Thurs. or Fri.)
Beginners Weaving: See general description below calendar.
Beginner Spinning: Two-session class: By appointment Alpaca Birthday Watch-List 2012:
This year, Island Alpaca is expecting seventeen alpaca birth dates, from May to September. Come for a visit, and maybe you will be so lucky to experience a birth!
| Feb 5th, 2012 (Sun) |
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM |
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Island Alpaca Junior Discovery (Adults Welcome!)
Description:
Come to discover the world of alpaca; where the alpaca are from, how to care for them, and why they are important to us. Meet the herd, including our latest babies, and if luck should have it, witness a birth! Hands-on activities such as feeding, barn chores, pasture clean-up, and time permitting, taking your own alpaca for a short walk, and more! Contact us for some fabulously furry-fun!
Limited space availble. For children 8 years old and up. (Younger participants welcomed with attending parent/guardian). Also for Adults who are thinking about owning alpaca, or just curious to learn more about them! Every weekend morning, 9:30-11 am. Other dates available by appointment. Pre-registration required: $25 p/p, participating parent or guardian, $20. Minimum class size, two. Sign up for one or many, and get to know our herd! Rain or shine.
Pre-registration required: Call or email Island Alpaca Farm to reserve your space at 508-693-5554 or info@islandalpaca.com. For registration form click here and submit mail in, or submit upon arrival at farm.
Payment can be made online here. |
| Feb 6th, 2012 (Mon) |
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
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Alpaca 101: Alpaca Basics for the Beginning Enthusiast I
Alpaca 101 - Sunday's or by appointment
Description: There is much to be learned about alpacas, from vaccines to genetics. This informal program is ideal for those who wish to learn the basics of alpaca care and ownership. Learn how to select an alpaca for purchase with "hands-on" instruction, covering basic heath care, to include feeding and general husbandry/breeding, shearing, fiber sorting and grading and much more.
One 2-1/2 to 3 hour session. Guide: Philippe Morin. Class sizes limited.
Pre-registration: Contact the farm @ 1-508-693-5554, by email info@islandalpaca.com. NEW: Register online here.
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| Feb 12th, 2012 (Sun) |
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM |
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Island Alpaca Junior Discovery (Adults Welcome!)
Description:
Come to discover the world of alpaca; where the alpaca are from, how to care for them, and why they are important to us. Meet the herd, including our latest babies, and if luck should have it, witness a birth! Hands-on activities such as feeding, barn chores, pasture clean-up, and time permitting, taking your own alpaca for a short walk, and more! Contact us for some fabulously furry-fun!
Limited space availble. For children 8 years old and up. (Younger participants welcomed with attending parent/guardian). Also for Adults who are thinking about owning alpaca, or just curious to learn more about them! Every weekend morning, 9:30-11 am. Other dates available by appointment. Pre-registration required: $25 p/p, participating parent or guardian, $20. Minimum class size, two. Sign up for one or many, and get to know our herd! Rain or shine.
Pre-registration required: Call or email Island Alpaca Farm to reserve your space at 508-693-5554 or info@islandalpaca.com. For registration form click here and submit mail in, or submit upon arrival at farm.
Payment can be made online here. |
| Feb 19th, 2012 (Sun) |
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM |
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Island Alpaca Junior Discovery (Adults Welcome!)
Description:
Come to discover the world of alpaca; where the alpaca are from, how to care for them, and why they are important to us. Meet the herd, including our latest babies, and if luck should have it, witness a birth! Hands-on activities such as feeding, barn chores, pasture clean-up, and time permitting, taking your own alpaca for a short walk, and more! Contact us for some fabulously furry-fun!
Limited space availble. For children 8 years old and up. (Younger participants welcomed with attending parent/guardian). Also for Adults who are thinking about owning alpaca, or just curious to learn more about them! Every weekend morning, 9:30-11 am. Other dates available by appointment. Pre-registration required: $25 p/p, participating parent or guardian, $20. Minimum class size, two. Sign up for one or many, and get to know our herd! Rain or shine.
Pre-registration required: Call or email Island Alpaca Farm to reserve your space at 508-693-5554 or info@islandalpaca.com. For registration form click here and submit mail in, or submit upon arrival at farm.
Payment can be made online here. |
| Feb 26th, 2012 (Sun) |
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM |
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Island Alpaca Junior Discovery (Adults Welcome!)
Description:
Come to discover the world of alpaca; where the alpaca are from, how to care for them, and why they are important to us. Meet the herd, including our latest babies, and if luck should have it, witness a birth! Hands-on activities such as feeding, barn chores, pasture clean-up, and time permitting, taking your own alpaca for a short walk, and more! Contact us for some fabulously furry-fun!
Limited space availble. For children 8 years old and up. (Younger participants welcomed with attending parent/guardian). Also for Adults who are thinking about owning alpaca, or just curious to learn more about them! Every weekend morning, 9:30-11 am. Other dates available by appointment. Pre-registration required: $25 p/p, participating parent or guardian, $20. Minimum class size, two. Sign up for one or many, and get to know our herd! Rain or shine.
Pre-registration required: Call or email Island Alpaca Farm to reserve your space at 508-693-5554 or info@islandalpaca.com. For registration form click here and submit mail in, or submit upon arrival at farm.
Payment can be made online here. |
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Beginner Spinning Class - also available by appointment
Description: Learn the basics of spinning yarn on a wheel. One or two sessions, totaling 4 hours. All materials and practice wheels provided! (Alpaca Roving may be purchased in farm store for 10% off, day of class.)
Wheel rentals available for use after class for 1 week for $50 additionally. $25 for additional weeks. ($50 credit can be applied towards any wheel purchase at the end of rental period.) Class sizes limited.
Pre-registration: Contact the farm, @ 1-508-693-5554, or by email, info@islandalpaca.com.
Class Fee: $120 (total cost for both sessions combined) 10% discount on supplies, day of class.
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Beginner Weaving Workshop - by appointment
Description: The perfect class for beginners. Learn the basics of weaving on an Ashford, 12ā€¯ table-top loom. Weave your own scarf to keep, in two sessions, totaling 4 hours. Choose to rent or purchase your own table-top loom. Includes instruction, and a $25 credit towards your yarn purchase. Instructor: Phillipe Morin. Class sizes limited.
Pre-registration: Contact the Farm, @ 1-508-693-5554, or by email, info@islandalpaca.com.
Class Fee: includes total cost for both sessions, and $25 yarn-credit.
$325, includes your own Ashford table-top loom.
$150, includes a one week, optional rental of table-top loom between classes, with refundable deposit of $200.
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