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July 21, 2013
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NSAA Summer Social
at Crimping River Fiber Mill, Camano Island, WA General meeting and annual Summer Social!
Open to all - NSAA members and anyone interested in NSAA! It's a potluck, so bring a dish to share and Join us! |
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August 17, 2013
10 am - 4 pm 
Color Genetics Seminar 2011
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Color Genetics & EPD Seminar
The Farmhouse Restaurant, Mount Vernon, WA Join us as we learn more about the fascinating world of color and EPD's (Estimated Progeny Differences) in camelids. Industry expert, Dr. Andy Merriwether, will teach this interesting 6 hour class. It will follow-up on the class taught in 2011 and will bring new info to the table with the discussion of EPD's. Bring your ARI certificates and questions! Dr. Andrew Merriwether Ph.D. is an Associate Professor of Anthropology and Biology Director Graduate Studies for the Department of Anthropology at Binghamton University in New York. His research involves identifying the genes involved in coat and skin color of Camelids. He has written several articles on alpaca color genetics including BEW’s. Dr. Merriwether and his wife own Nyala Farms in Southern New York. Coffee, hot tea and water will be provided. Lunch may be purchased by attendees for a short list of selected menu items ranging in price from $8 - $13. Open to anyone interested in attending.
Payment by check or PayPal. Please use the registration form below for either payment method.
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October 19-20, 2013
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Fiber Fusion Northwest
Evergreen State Fairgrounds, Monroe, WA Natural Fiber Expo & Fleece Show. An innovative approach to the world of natural fibers. Vendors, classes, demos, fiber arts contest, and more... Plus an Alpaca Fleece Show judged under International Rules! Visit www.fiberfusion.net for more details, or contact Lisa Lewis, Show Chairperson. View the video of Fiber Fusion Northwest 2012. |
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January 26, 2013 6 pm - 9 pm 
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NSAA Winter Social at The Farmhouse Restaurant in Mount Vernon, WA Join us for our annual Winter Social! Networking opportunities and program. Open to NSAA members and anyone interested in NSAA! Join us! |
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August 18, 2012
1 pm 
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Composting - Large Animal Mortalities & Manure Management Skagit County Extension Office, Burlington, WA
Speaker: Caitlin Price, Snohomish County Farm Planner. In this educational seminar, you will learn to safely, and correctly, compost large animal carcasses on your farm. Save money by avoiding costly disposal services. Caitlin will also teach us how to correctly, and safely, compost alpaca manure. Are you interested in selling your alpaca manure for additional farm income? Caitlin will teach us how to get started, and will answer all your composting questions. This event will be held at the Skagit County Extension Office, 11768 Westar Lane, Suite A, Burlington, WA 98233. Light snack & beverage provided. $30 per person For pre-registration and payment by check, use the button below: No pre-registration refunds will be given for no-shows or cancellations.
We'll be accepting participants the day of the seminar. Pay at the door for $35 per person. |
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July 22, 2012
1 pm |
NSAA Summer Social
at Long Neckers Alpaca Ranch in Lake Stevens, WA Join us at Long Neckers Alpaca Ranch for our general meeting and annual Summer Social! Our program includes a presentation on Alternative Feeding - Growing your own Fodder Crop by David Capocci of Paca Pride Guest Ranch. Learn more about our upcoming Fiber Fusion show and an upcoming educational event. Network with fellow alpaca owners and breeders, and enjoy a great lunch. Open to all - NSAA members and anyone interested in NSAA! It's a potluck, so bring a dish to share and Join Us! |
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January, 28, 2012 6 pm - 9 pm 
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NSAA Winter Social at The Farmhouse Restaurant in Mount Vernon, WA Join us for our annual Winter Social! Networking opportunities and program including interesting presentations, Fiber Fusion show update, and unveiling of our new website and marketing opportunity! Open to NSAA members and anyone interested in NSAA! Join us! |
2011 News & Events
Be sure to scroll down to view photo galleries of some of the exciting events NSAA participated in during 2011.
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November 5, 2011
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Low Cost Gelding Clinic
with Dr. Jake Searle of Chuckanut Valley Veterinary Clinic Available to NSAA members AND friends! |
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October 15-16, 2011
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Fiber Fusion Northwest
Evergreen State Fairgrounds, Monroe, WA Natural Fiber Expo & Alpaca Fleece Show www.fiberfusion.net |
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August 19, 2011
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Color Genetics Seminar
with Dr. Andrew Merriwether PhD at The Farmhouse Restaurant in Mount Vernon, WA |
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July 10, 2011
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NSAA Summer Social
at Paca Pride Guest Ranch in Granite Falls, WA Social Media & Photography presentations, Voting - ballots collected, Potluck, General meeting, Team Fiber Fusion meeting. |
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May 15, 2011
1 pm |
Team Fiber Fusion
Planning meeting and BBQ |
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March 19 & 20, 2011
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March 5 & 6, 2011
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Basic Farm Sorter Workshop
at Casa de Arboles in Monroe, WA Two day fiber sorter class taught by judge Ruth Elvestad. |
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January 29, 2011
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NSAA Winter Social
at The Farmhouse Restaurant in Mount Vernon, WA Join us for networking opportunities and Fiber Fusion show update. Open to NSAA members and anyone interested in NSAA! |
NSAA Winter Social - 2011.
2010 News & Events
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July 2010
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Board of Directors ballots counted & results announced.
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June 26, 2010
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_NSAA Summer Social
at CountryTime Alpacas in Sedro Woolley, WA Camelidynamics Handling Clinic, general meeting, and potluck picnic. Ballots collected. |
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January 30, 2010
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NSAA Winter Social
Held at home of Harmony Farms in Mount Vernon, WA General meeting & Peru trip presentation. |
2009 News & Events
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September 14, 2009
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Fiber Evaluation Workshop
at Chuckanut Alpaca Ranch in Mount Vernon, WA Instructor: AOBA Fleece Judge, Ruth Elvestad |
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July 19, 2009
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NSAA Summer Social
at Little Norway Alpacas in Acme, WA Speaker & General meeting. |
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February 28, 2009
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_NSAA Winter Social
at Max Dale's Restaurant in Mount Vernon, WA |
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January 2009
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Non-profit filing submitted for 501(c) status.
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2008 News & Events
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November 15, 2008
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General membership meeting
at Elizabeth Reed's home in Mt. Vernon, WA Meeting and Fiber Processing talk. Over 20 people enjoyed a social evening with a delicious potlluck. |
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October 18, 2008
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Camelidynamics Clinic
at Camelot Ranch Alpacas in Ferndale, WA 8 farms participated in a full day of instruction. |
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September 20, 2008
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First General Meeting
held at Denlyn Alpaca Farm in Ferndale, WA |
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September 2008
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Fiber Work Days helped NSAA collect over
500 lbs alpaca fiber collected for AFCNA. |
