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Not a Llama, Alpaca Spark Learning Event

alpaca.png                       Not a Llama, Alpaca Spark Club Learning Event is being offered in partnership with Circus City Alpacas in Miami County.

3 DAYS OF HANDS-ON LEARNING
FOR 5TH, 6TH & 7TH GRADERS
DETAILS:
December 20, 10AM—2PM @ Miami County Fairgrounds
December 21, 10AM—2PM @ Circus City Alpacas
December 22, 10AM—2PM @ Circus City Alpacas
*lunch not provided

Circus City Alpacas
2642 West 200 North
Peru, IN 46970
(West of the fairgrounds)

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Barn & animal safety (specific to alpacas)
Alpaca Health
• Herd health
• Diet
• Anatomy & Reproduction
History & cultural relevance around the world
Market value, prices, & desirable qualities
• Fiber, meat, hide, & solid waste
Halter training & showmanship
Judging and grading

REGISTRATION:
$30 total for all 3 sessions
Contact the Miami County Extension Office
(765) 472 –1921 to register by Friday, December 17.
Space is limited to 12 students

QUESTIONS?
Contact Sara Badger, 4-H Youth Educator
(765) 472-1921 sbadger@purdue.edu

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