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Alpacas History
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The Alpaca Training CentreThe Alpaca Training Centre was set up in January 2004 following the conversion of the milking parlour to a training classroom with exhibition area and catering facilities. The Centre is the only dedicated training facility in the UK providing year round courses suitable for all abilities. These include:
Forthcoming Training Courses 2007 and 2008 Set out below is our new schedule of training courses for 2007 and 2008. A brief description of each course is summarised below this table. A booking form for the courses can be downloaded from the bottom of this page.
Alpaca Husbandry (Standard) A one day course suited to the new owner or those with some livestock experience. A practical course covering general husbandry including handling, halter-training, vaccinations, foot trimming etc. Advanced Husbandry for the Alpaca Owner We are fortunate enough to be welcoming Gina Bromage MRCVS again to the Alpaca Training Centre. She will be providing a one day course which will be split into two subject areas: 'Care of the Pregnant Female, Birthing and Newborn Cria' and 'A guide to Dentition, Diet and Digestion for Alpaca Owners'. Introduction to Alpacas An afternoon course introducing you to the basic principles of farming alpacas including farm tour, - suited to those with little or no livestock experience. British Alpaca Society Judge Training Course - Level 1 This two day course is being run at the Alpaca Training Centre by the British Alpaca Society qualified judges. Please contact the BAS for further details. CameliDynamics A two day clinic tutored by Julie Taylor-Browne. Julie has been training with leading U.S. Camelid trainer Marty McGee Bennett and has now qualified as a Practitioner. The training methods used will give you confidence and knowledge for effectively working with the most difficult of animals. Courses are very much 'hands on', with demonstrations on various training tools such as wands, halter training rope, body wrap will be given, together with the chance to practise.For further information on CameliDynamics CLICK HERE SPINNING COURSES We are lucky to have Jean Field tutoring the spinning courses, - she is experienced in spinning alpaca as well as other fibres. Jean will tutor one whole day suitable for beginners and novices, followed by two half follow-up days. Please indicate when booking whether or not you have your own wheel. Lunch will be provided on the full day only. SHEARING COURSES Suitable for beginners and improvers these courses are entirely practical. Numbers are limited to ensure individual attention. To view comments from satisfied Course Attendees, CLICK HERE What to bring Please
come prepared for our variable Devon weather Accommodation details – if
required We have
a list of excellent bed and breakfast establishments nearby For more details or to book call 01769 540202 or send us an email or download our booking form here. Or write to us at Lower Langaton Farm, Chittlehampton, Umberleigh, Devon, EX37 9RD
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