Sept. 25-26, 2010. The Michigan International Alpaca Fest, the Perani Event Center in Flint, MI.

Oct. 2-3, 2010. The National Champions' Alpaca Show, the Clark County Fairgrounds in Springfield, OH.

Oct. 16, 2010. Alpaca 101 Seminar, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Location-KB Alpacas, Wilmington, OH. Cost-$25 per farm. Come spend a day with Vicky Brooks of Heatherbrook Farms and Brad DeLaney of KB Alpacas as they discuss 10 basics to raising alpacas. This hands on seminar will include alpaca care, feeding, handling, injections, toenail trimming, fecals, body scoring, behavior checking, breeding, animal traits (conformation & fleece). Lunch will be provided. This seminar is ideal for the new alpaca breeder or someone who just wants to learn more about these amazing animals. Call or email KB Alpacas to reserve a seat.

Oct. 23-24, 2010. The Kentucky Classic Alpaca Show, the Lakeside Arena in Frankfort, KY.

October 30, 2010. Breeding for Success Seminar, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Location- Heatherbrook Farms, Franklin, OH. Cost-$50.00 per farm. Join David Brooks of Heatherbrook Farms and Brad DeLaney of KB Alpacas as they discuss getting the best possible breeding for your females. The seminar will discuss breeding decisions based on genetics, conformation, fleece characteristics, lineage and skin biopsies. Lunch is provided. The seminar is ideal for all alpaca breeders looking to improve their results. Attendees will leave with a selection strategy to meet their business goals. Call or email KB Alpacas to reserve a seat.

Nov. 6-7, 2010. The OABA Alpacafest, the Clark County Fairgrounds in Springfield, OH.