12th Annual AOBA Certified
Fall Festival Alpaca Show
NOVEMBER 8-9, 2008
THE RANCH, LARIMER COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS & EVENTS COMPLEX, LOVELAND, CO
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12th anniversary of the ABR Fall Festival!
Alpaca Breeders of the Rockies welcomes you once again to a fantastic Full Fleece Halter and Fleece show. Fall colors and spectacular views of the Rocky Mountains are just a start to the makings of a fabulous weekend. We look forward to an exciting show and we hope you'll be part of it.
This year Fall Fest is a Full Fleece Halter Show only. This year's Fall Festival is a Full Fleece Halter show only. ABR decided to make this a Full Fleece show for Huacaya and Suri based on the show being held later in the year and last year's show results where only 12 entries were Shorn or Composite. Please review the AOBA Show Division Handbook for Fiber Length requirements and testing length:
Appendix E – Section C.17 Appendix E – Section C.18 Appendix E – Section C.20 We know this is a shift for many people so for this year only, if you enter the Halter show and your alpaca’s fleece does not meet the minimum length requirements, we’ll refund your show entry. (This does not include the $6 AOBA fee, we have no control over that).
If you have any questions, please contact the Halter Superintendent or Event Manager.
Our Fall Festival Fleece Harvest continues to accept mail-in fleeces! See the Mail-In Fleece Form [PDF] [Word].
AOBA Certification pending.
Join us for our annual Saturday Evening Event and Special Guest Speaker. For more details, see the Saturday Event Schedule.
The 2nd Annual Holiday Boutique is on! Please refer to the following forms:
About the Holiday Boutique [PDF] [Word] Inventory Form [PDF] [Excel] Volunteer Sign Up [PDF] [Word]
2nd year at our new location: The RanchAlpaca Breeders of the Rockies will be holding Fall Festival 2008 at The Ranch, Larimer County Fairgrounds and Events Complex for the second year in a row. We now have room to grow! We have expanded our show, added more judges and finally we can offer each participant as many stall spaces as they want or need. ABR will also being holding its second Alpaca Spin-Off as well as our Fiber Arts Competition. Events sure to benefit our participants and please the public.
The Ranch is the official name of the Larimer County Fairgrounds and Events Complex. The Ranch-Way Feeds Arena and Pavilions opened in the fall of 2003. It consists of an indoor arena and two identical pavilions, East and West, which are connected to the arena. We will never need to walk outside again (in bad weather!) to reach classes in the arena. The arena is 76,000 square feet with the ring being 150' x 300'. The arena seats 1,500. Each pavilion is 40,000 square feet with approximately 38,000 square feet of concrete floor space and can accommodate up to 196 stalls.
DirectionsThe Ranch is located directly adjacent to I-25, just North of Highway 34, in Loveland, Colorado. Visibility of and access to the Ranch is excellent. To reach The Ranch, exit I-25 at Crossroads Blvd., Exit 259. Travel East 1 mile to Fairgrounds Avenue (County Road 5) and go North to the entrance. Go past the main entrance and head for second entrance on the left. Watch for Vet Check signs.
Map: The Ranch Facility [PDF] Map: Unloading on Friday [PDF] Map: Loading on Sunday [PDF] Hotels and restaurants are located within 1-2 miles of the Ranch.
Fiber Arts CompetitionIt's that time again. This is a call for all Fiber Artists, amateur and professional, to show-off.
Visit the Fiber Arts Competition section of the Registration Forms page for full information.
VolunteersBe a part of the show! We can't put on a show without the help of our volunteers. It's never too early or too late to jump in and help us make this a spectacular event. If you're interested in donating some of your time, contact Diane Hollenbeck, 303-487-9772 or email hollenbd@mscd.edu.
Show Fees
Halter show entries per alpaca
(includes $6.00 AOBA fee)$36.00 *Full Fleece Optional Classes(per class) $18.00 Get of Sire, Produce of Dam, Breeder's Best Three, Bred & Owned Yearling Fleece Show entries per fleece
(includes $6.00 AOBA fee)$31.00 Performance/Showmanship Show
entries - 1 fee per exhibitor - enter as many classes for the same low price
$5.00 Non-AOBA member fee per farm $75.00 Halter Show Late fee per alpaca WAIVED Fleece Show Late Fee per entry WAIVED * Must be eligible and entered in the show in their respective Full Fleece Halter classes
Deadlines
Event Deadline Spin-Off: (closed) 8/22/08 Halter & Performance Show Registration:
10/15/08 Fleece Show:
10/15/08 Fiber Arts Deadline: 10/26/08
Stalling for Alpacas
Stall spaces will not be limited per farm!Covered, safe stalling is available. Stalls are 8'x8' in size, maximum 3 animals per stall. Stalls reservations will be assigned as received.
ABR Farm Members: $120/stall, all others $140/stall.
Farm Display must be included in the assigned stall spaces. No display or farm supplies will be allowed in the aisles.
It is the responsibility of each farm to maintain their stalls for cleanliness throughout the show. We appreciate your support in helping keep the Fairgrounds clean. You are responsible for cleaning your stall area before departure. A $75 cleaning fee will be charged if stalls are not cleaned.
Animal Care and Grooming
Water will be easily accessible.There will be designated areas for manure disposal.
Wash stalls will be available for Suris.
Stall area is well lighted and locked at night. Security will be on the premises overnight. The Ranch at Larimer County Fairgrounds is closed after hours.
A veterinarian will be on call. Vet charges will be the responsibility of the owner.
Accommodations
Our host hotel is:Residence Inn by Marriott, Loveland Co
Fall Festival Rate $99.00/night
Phone: 970-622-7000
From I-25: Exit 257B, Highway 34 (west) Loveland. Turn right/west on Hwy 34 then go to first stop light (Centera Entrance). Turn right on Rocky Mountain Way and take the first right exit on the round-about. Hotel is on the left. The Residence offers suites.This hotel is three miles south of the Ranch. The Residence is a brand new facility, offering complimentary hot breakfast, all rooms are suites with fully equipped kitchens, and complimentary wireless high speed internet access. Also a heated indoor pool, whirlpool and exercise facility. Nearby eating establishments are: IHOP, Lonestar Steakhouse, Cracker Barrel, Chili’s, Johnnie Carinos, Black Eyed Pea, McDonalds, KFC and Subway. Please ask for the "Alpaca Breeders of the Rockies" group rate. Rooms at group rate are limited.
Holiday Inn Express, Loveland, CO
Fall Festival Rate $80.00/night
6092 East Crossroads Blvd.
Loveland, CO 80538
Phone: 970-663-0057From I-25: Exit 259, Crossroads Blvd., go east on Crossroads Blvd. The hotel is on the right.
Experience comfort at our new Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Loveland, located just two miles away from the Fort Collins-Loveland Airport (FNL).
Your family will love staying at our hotel in Loveland, CO - the Gateway to the Rockies. We are located just off I-25, with easy access to numerous area attractions, including the Anheuser-Busch Brewery, Benson Sculpture Park, Highland Meadows Golf Course and Boyd Lake State Park. You can also enjoy shopping at the Promenade Shops at Centerra and the Prime Outlets of Loveland.Rooms at group rates are limited. Tell them you’re with Alpaca Breeders of the Rockies. Must make reservations by 10/16/08.
AmericInn
Fall Festival Rate $69.95 per night
Windsor, CO
Phone: 970-226-1232From I-25: Exit 262, you’ll see the hotel on the southeast corner.
Rates are reserved until 11/1/08.
The normal rate is $89.99 and this is a new hotel. They have a hot continental breakfast, pool, sauna, and whirlpool. Check out their website to see the amenities, www.coloradolodges.com. The manager says the hotel has a lodge feel, is quiet with 60 total rooms (20 each floor). They are 1.5 miles from The Ranch.
Tell them you’re with Alpaca Breeders of the Rockies.
RV Parking
RV Parking is available but space is limited. Please include $15.00 per space per evening for RV parking with your entries. Please attach a note with your payment that you need an RV space and how many nights. Spaces will be assigned first come, first serve.
If you have any questions, please contact Kim Sawyer at 303-699-0997 or kim@tapestryalpacas.com.
Mandatory Exhibitor DisclosureUnder the 2007 Show Division Handbook Rules, certain alpacas are automatically disqualified from competition and certain Exhibitors & Handlers are prohibited from personally showing in front of a Judge when a business or financial relationship exists between an AOBA Certified Judge and their customers.
Please be sure to sign and include your Exhibitor Disclosure form with your entry. Separate forms are required for Halter Show and Fleece Shows. The form can be found with the Registration Forms.
Judges & Show StaffWe are pleased to offer alpaca owners and breeders this great show opportunity sponsored by the Alpaca Breeders of the Rockies. ABR also sponsors the Great Western Alpaca Show at Denver's National Western Facilities (the next one is May 2009).
Show Judges All Males – Huacaya and Suri (and all Optional Classes Co-Judged) Wade Gease All Females – Huacaya and Suri (and all Optional Classes Co-Judged) David Barboza Performance / Showmanship Judge: Linda Hayes Fleece Show Judges: Huacaya Black - Fawn and Multi David Friedman Suri all groups, Huacaya - grey, White and Lights Helen Humphreys Spin-Off Judges: Kathy Martin, Joy Getha, Karen Kinyon Fiber Arts Judge: Cheri Paxson Show Management Event Manager: Kim Sawyer, Tapestry Farm Alpacas, kim@tapestryalpacas.com Event Manager Assistant: Dena Read Halter Show Superintendent: Freda McGill, Bayou Creek Alpacas, carl_freda@msn.com Halter Show Co-Superintendent: Jody Sharp, Arazzmatazz Alpacas, arazzmatazz@myawai.com Fleece Show Superintendent: Ann Danielson, Annies Alpaca Ranch, anniesalpacaranch@msn.com
Volunteer Coordinators Announcer: pending Barn Manager:
Mick Leighton, Deer Valley Alpacas, deervalleyalpaca@frii.com Asst. Barn Manager:
Set-up
SecurityRod Brunson, Green Acres Alpacas, greenacresalpaca@aol.com Fiber Arts Competition: Barb Dedecker, Rapunzels’ Farm, barb@rapunzelsfarm.com
Holiday Boutique: Barb Ziek, Wild Hair Alpacas, bziek@aol.com
Hospitality: Tammy Gustafson, Spittin-G Alpacas, ktgus@msn.com
Public Welcome Entrance: Nicki Bensley, CrossWind Alpacas, crosswindalpacas@aol.com Judge's Hosting: Tammy Gustafson, Spittin-G Alpacas, ktgus@msn.com Judge's Liaison: pending Marketing: Brian Thompson, Tres Amigos Ranch, tresamigosranch@starband.net Public Seminars: Cynthia Fronk, Stargazer Alpacas, cfronk@qwest.net Registration: Kathy Garrett, Eagle Spirit Alpacas, joshkat@earthlink.net Saturday Night Event: Ann Bradbury, Ridge Valley Alpaca Ranch, rva@lpbroadband.net Show Book: Donna Mae Miller, Colorado Dreams Alpacas, coloradodreamsalpacas@hughes.net Advertising / Show Program : Donna Mae Miller, Colorado Dreams Alpacas, coloradodreamsalpacas@hughes.net Compliance Check: Sara Jane Maclennan, Dundee Farm, alpacas@dundeefarm.com
Gatekeepers: Lynn Boak, Arroyo Seco Alpacas, lboak@aol.com Performance: Pat Alger, Timnath Alpaca Ranch, rosebudpat@starband.net Ribbons: Cheryl Swanson, King’s Ranch Alpacas, Inc., mcswanson9663@msn.com Ring Stewards: Josh Garrett, Eagle Spirit Alpacas, joshkat@earthlink.net
Scorekeepers/Clerks: Leanne Nakashima, Eldora Suri Alpacas, RNA1501@msn.com
Vet Check: Dan Willeke, New Frontier Alpacas, newfrontieralpacas@digis.net Assistant Vet Check: Arlene Baldwin, abaldwin_1@netzero.net Veterinarians: Dr. Tim Thompson
Dr. Richard WheelerSilent Auction:
Lanita Willeke, New Frontier Alpacas, newfrontieralpacas@digis.net
Signage:
EaselsElizabeth Cline, el Zorro Colorado Alpacas, redfoxld@hotmail.com Sponsors:
Denise Haines, Daybreak Criations, daybrkcriations@aol.com Vendors:
Sharlie Watts, Paradise Valley Alpaca Ranch, sharliewatts@msn.com Volunteers: Diane Hollenbeck, Hull Creek Farm, hollenbd@mscd.edu
Spin-Off: Barb Dedecker, Rapunzels’ Farm, barb@rapunzelsfarm.com Traffic: Beth Blonder, Red Creek Ranch Alpacas, rcralpacas@aol.com
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