Important Dates May 15th – Llama Identification form must be turned in to the Jr. Fair Board Office June 9th – turn in fiber (if competing) June 9th - trophy money due to Llama Committee June 9th – Llama Jamboree @ Rindchen’s July 25th – Jr. Fair Entry form due to Jr. Fair Board Office (Pam Baad) August 11th – Skill-a-thon @ Foltz Center

Llama Identification Items that must be turned in to the Llama Committee: Completed Llama Identification form Front and side view pictures of your Llama Copy of Llama’s registration (if registered)

Fiber Competition (Optional) Fiber sample must be 100% llama or 100% alpaca fiber. Sample size must be one (1) ounce. Fiber must be clean, debris and guard hair free, unwashed. Full body photo of the animal and copy of registration to accompany sample. Sample submitted with animal & owner information in a one gallon zip lock bag. Please see Jr. Fair rules for additional information.

Trophy Money Each 4-H Llama member is required to solicit support and submit at least $25 to the Llama Committee to be used for trophies. Include the name and address of each sponsor providing support (they will be recognized at our Llama show).

Llama Jamboree This is a fun event that provides experience with showmanship and obstacle for you and your Llama. Starting time is 6:00 pm. This is held at the Rindchen’s farm in North Lawrence, Ohio. For directions, please contact the Llama Committee.

Llama Skill-a-thon This is a mandatory event for all 4-H Llama projects. Skill-a-thon is held at the Foltz Center in East Canton, Ohio. Start time is 7:00 pm. Includes: General Llama questions Llama anatomy Showmanship (quadrants) Quick-release knot

Llama Project Age Breakdown Age Breakdown matches the new Llama and Alpaca Project and Record Book Beginner – 8 to 10 years old Intermediate – 11 to 13 years old Advanced – 14 years old or older All Age Breakdowns are consistent for Skill-a-thon, Showmanship, Obstacle, and Poster

Stark County Llama Committee President – Ron Hafner Vice-President – Patty Hafner Secretary – Alena Soehnlen Treasurer – Susan Rindchen To contact the Llama Committee, please send e-mail to rhafner@neo.rr.com.