(SOLD OUT) CAMELIDynamics handling workshop

What is CAMELIDynamics? 

CAMELIDynamics principles are based on ABA (Animal Behavioral Analysis) & TTouch. You can learn how to work with your alpacas and llamas in a kind, respectful and effective manner that has been scientifically proven to work – and it’s both fun and safe.

What you will learn:

• the ABC’s of alpaca behaviour and how to create positive outcomes
• how to catch and work with your alpacas safely
• the dynamics of correct halter fit and why it is so important

 We work with animals in a relaxed and fun atmosphere - come and join us!

Your trainer: Alicia Anderson, CAMELIDynamics Clinician 

Alicia owned and has worked with alpacas for over 20 years and has been a Camelidynamics Senior consultant for more than 10 years, she has been to the US many times to work with Marty at Camelidynamics and has a wealth of knowledge on helping you work with your animals in a way that will make life so much easier for you and more enjoyable.

Praise for Alicia by Marty McGee Bennett, founder of CAMELIDynamics:

Alicia Anderson is a dedicated and talented animal handler, trainer, and teacher. I have worked with her for over 20 years. She has attended many advanced clinics with me and flown across the world to further her expertise. She has assisted with clinics in the US and Australia and I have seen firsthand her talent as a teacher. She has always pursued the latest innovations in learning and teaching that I have added to the CAMELIDynamics body of knowledge including learning about the TTouch and the Science of Behavior.  I am continually impressed with her understanding and ability to work with camelids and her dedication to the well-being of all animals.    I am enthusiastically happy to designate her as a CAMELIDynamics Clinician and I encourage anyone who has an opportunity to take a workshop with her to do it! And then do it again if presented with the opportunity.  Learning CAMELIDynamics happens not in a circle but in a spiral… when you come back to a training session you experience it from a different angle and see things in a way you didn’t see the first time. Marty McGee Bennett - CAMELIDynamics

Your host: Rita Soares, alpaca shepherd at Campo Verde Alpacas

Rita has worked with alpacas for over five years. She started with four and now shepherds around 40 animals at her small farm in Harcourt, Victoria.  She is a member of the Australian Alpaca Association.

IMPORTANT NOTES ABOUT THIS WORKSHOP

CATERING - The workshop includes a catered sandwich lunch. Please inform us of your diet requirements when booking.

BIOSECURITY - Participants will be required to follow our biosecurity protocols upon arrival, which include parking cars outside the farm entrance (on the nature strip) and cleaning your shoes with the disinfectant provided on arrival. Participants will not be allowed to walk in the paddocks or other areas of the farm, outside of our working area. Further biosecurity measures will be emailed to you. If you have been overseas recently, please notify us.

COVID SAFE - If you are diagnosed with COVID-19 or showing symptoms, please inform us immediately. Refunds will be issued if you are tested positive or identify yourself as a contact of someone who has been unwell and who is being tested for coronavirus (COVID-19) infection. COVID safe behaviours will be enforced during the event, including social distancing and handwashing. We will conduct the workshop fully outdoors. 

ANIMAL HANDLING - This workshop includes practical animal handling activities, standing up, and being outdoors. It is not suitable for children. Please bring your personal water bottle, a hat, sunscreen, closed sturdy shoes, and appropriate clothing for the outdoors.