SCHEDULE OF EVENTS (CONTINUED)
Friday, August 22, 2025 (Continued) (LOCATION: Crescent Moon Ranch) 1:00 - 2:00 Lunch at CMR 1:30 - 6:00 Alpacas in PENS for VIEWING. Meet with each Breeder/ Consigner- Hands on view each alpaca (an opportunity to visit with all the breeders from across the country and delve into their alpacas offered, discuss their breeding programs, ask questions one on one. So much time to make new friends, colleagues’ network and learn. An incredible opportunity that should not be missed. Helen Testa AOA Alpaca judge will be available for consulting on site and for phone bidders-Contact Tim Vincent- Celebrity Sales (complimentary of EDU ) 2:00 - 3:15 Subject: Hands on evaluation of the whole alpaca . Look at conformation, emphasis chart and why breeding for a sound healthy alpaca is so important. Presented by Helen Testa, AOA Alpaca Judge & Judge Trainer. 3:15 - 3:45 Auctions - informal - If you want to learn more about auctions from entering alpacas, setting reserves, bidding, insurance. Tim Vincent, Celebrity Sales will be available to discuss everything you need to know to have an enjoyable and informed time. 3:45 - 6:00 Hands on preview and fleeces for Auction animals. All alpacas will be in their pens and the fleeces displayed. Take the time to visit each pen, look at pedigrees, feel the fleeces and learn more about all the alpacas from their breeders and absorb all the information, amazing genetics available for the Saturday LIVE Auction. Drinks and appetizers for your enjoyment- Time to really network! 6:00 Dinner on your own. Experience Central Oregon Restaurants - Enjoy your evening!
Saturday, August 23, 2025 Auction Day (LOCATION: Crescent Moon Ranch) 8:30 - 9:30 Continental Breakfast & visit alpaca pens look at auction alpacas in their pens. Note: 8:30 - 1:00 Pens open for alpaca viewing for auction. An opportunity for hands on inspections of all alpacas and to visit with breeders and learn more – whether you are actively buying, new and just learning or just 100% alpaca enthusiast. This is an opportunity to really get to feel, listen and learn from many successful, passionate, alpaca breeders. 9:00 - 1:00 Auction Preview – Pens open - spend time, network and evaluate all the alpacas in the sale. Talk to the breeders, speakers, alpaca judges and learn hands on. Such an incredible opportunity. 9:30 - 10:45 Subject: Show Ring- what the Judge looks for - Let’s talk about the Showring and how to get the best out of your experiences during the Show. Get insights from an experienced alpaca judge and ask those questions you have always wanted to learn more about. Presented by: Helen Testa - AOA Alpaca Judge & Trainer 12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
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LIVE AUCTION
4:15 - End of Auction (Time may vary)
DUCK SCRAMBLE
Sunday, August 24, 2025 (LOCATION: Flying Dutchman Alpacas, LLC) 9:00 - 9:30 Breakfast offered
Sunday at 1 :00 Prizes & Fun!
9:00 - 12:00 Subject: Hands - on wet lab - Neonatal - Be prepared - By popular request. Presented by: Dr Rachel Oxley, DVM - Veterinarian - Juniper Country Veterinary Services, Redmond, OR. Dystocias, problems at birthing time, how to evaluate cria and dam, what are the next steps. Evaluate and know when to pull, push or when to call the vet. Rotation: Group will be split to ensure everyone gets lots of hands-on instruction 9:00 - 12:00 Subject: You be the Judge - Four alpacas - evaluate, place and give reasons , Amanda will share placings and we can discuss each group. Hone in on your skills of looking at both conformation and fiber. What does the judge look for - together we learn. 12:00 Lunch
To end the 17th YEAR - 2025 Education with a Destination with a leap into the pond to catch your “DUCK” - sounds like fun doesn’t it! DUCKS mean PRIZES. You get wet, show your competitive side and can win an assortment of REALLY FUN PRIZES, stud male breedings and more! Guaranteed to make you smile and end a perfect 2025 Education with a Destination!!
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