Introduction to alpacas
Sun, 19 June
|Harcourt
Are you interested in having alpacas? Learn all about the essentials of alpaca keeping in this 6-hour workshop that includes theory and practical activities. Lunch included.
Time & Location
19 June 2022, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm AEST
Harcourt, 191 Eagles Rd, Harcourt VIC 3453, Australia
About the event
This 6-hour Introduction to Alpacas is jam-packed with the essentials of alpaca keeping. It's ideal for those who are considering alpacas or new alpaca owners. You will learn:
Alpaca history, how they evolved from their wild ancestors, and their normal behaviour
Why do people keep alpacas, and what configuration is best for different purposes (males/females/wethers)
The essentials of alpaca management: feeding, shelters, fencing, no stress herding/handling alpacas
Alpaca health care: shearing, vaccinations, vitamin supplementation, toenail trimming, body score, worming
Q+A and discussion and networking during lunch
Tickets
Single ticket
$120.00
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