AOA National Education And Fiber Conference

AOA National Education And Fiber Conference

Immerse yourself in a weekend of connectivity and growth at the premier gathering for alpaca owners and fiber enthusiasts nationwide!

By Alpaca Owners Association, Inc.

Date and time

Friday, July 12 · 8am - 6:30pm EDT

Location

Boone County Extension Enrichment Center

1824 Patrick Drive Burlington, KY 41005

Agenda

8:15 AM - 9:30 AM

Keynote - Pasture Management

Greg Brann

Connect with Greg Brann regarding soil health in grass and livestock management systems. His profound understanding of plant communities as indicators of land productivity has established him as a re...

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Farm to Fashion Nuno Felted Scarf

Celeste Malvar-Stewart

In this fun wet felting workshop, you will receive instruction on how to design and Nuno felt your own unique scarf! We will explore various fibres, yarns, and materials for embellishment - focusing ...

9:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Forest Mushroom Scultpre

This 3D project is a fun way to bring you’re your own piece of nature. Make a uniquely personal fun or realistic forest mushroom using fiber. This will teach you the basics of forming sculptures ad b...

9:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Coiling, Coiling, Coiled: Corespun Coiling

Judy Dominic

The basketry technique of coiling has been in use for at least 11,000 years. It consists of wrapping a core material and stitching it in place against a previously wrapped/stitched core. Core spun al...

9:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Hats on a 12 Inch Square

Theresa Jewell

Create your own fabulous hand woven hat! Learn to weave on a Stone Mountain Loom. Using the continuous strand method you will create 2 perfectly woven squares of Alpaca /wool blend. Instruction in ...

9:45 AM - 10:45 AM

ABCs of Fiber Processing

Jessie and Dirk Monson, Yarn Factory

From skirting to shipping, spinning to selling, Yarn Factory’s owners, Jessie and Dirk Monson, provide a valuable overview of the steps to take raw alpaca fiber from barn to yarn. They’ll cover topic...

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Generating Farm Revenue Panel Discussion

Get inspired to increase farm revenue with this panel discussion. The possibilities are endless!

12:45 PM - 1:45 PM

All Things Processing at the Mill

Jessie and Dirk Monson, Yarn Factory

Join these mill owners and AOA Fiber Committee Members as they share what you want to know about your fiber and its interaction with a mill.

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Forest Mushroom Sculpture

Forest Mushroom Sculpture. This 3D project is a fun way to bring you’re your own piece of nature. Make a uniquely personal fun or realistic forest mushroom using fiber. This will teach you the basics...

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Beginning Drop Spindle Spinning

Do you want to learn to spin but don’t have a wheel? In this class you will learn to use several types of drop spindles that make spinning fun and portable. This is an easy and inexpensive way to spi...

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Randing in the Round

Randing, or plain weave, is one of the earliest forms of weaving. The simple over-one-under-one is extremely effective at holding materials together. With a small recycled plastic container for the b...

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Indigo Vat & Shibori Dyeing

In this fun workshop, we will do a demo on how to create an organic indigo vat using a 1-2-3 Fructose recipe (developed by Michel Garcia). You will also use the indigo vat to learn the technique of s...

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Farm Resources & Usage

Jennifer Myka

Using Scientific Storytelling Jennifer will engage in discussions about sustainable agriculture, animal welfare, environmental stewardship, agritourism, science curriculum development, community outr...

3:00 PM - 3:45 PM

High Voltage Group

Facilitators stationed around the room will initiate discussions on alpaca-driven topics, promoting deeper connections among participants.

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

National High Point Awards Ceremony

Join us as we crown the National High Point Award Winners!

About this event

  • 10 hours 30 minutes

The AOA National Education and Fiber Conference (NEFC), held in conjunction with the AOA National Fleece Show, brings together alpaca owners and fiber enthusiasts from across the country to learn, network, and skill-build. The three-day weekend will consist of a variety of educational seminars from industry experts, discussion-based breakout sessions, hands-on workshops, award ceremonies, and more!

Immerse yourself in a weekend of connectivity and growth at the premier gathering for alpaca owners and fiber enthusiasts nationwide. Get plugged in and join us for a dynamic experience of learning, networking, and honing your skills.

Engage directly with industry leaders through immersive workshops and hands-on labs, where you'll gain invaluable insights and practical knowledge to elevate your expertise.

Don't let this opportunity slip away. Join us and be part of a vibrant community united by our passion for alpacas and fiber arts. Get plugged in and let's make this weekend unforgettable!


Purchase tickets online at https://alpacaconference.regfox.com/2024-nefc

Frequently asked questions

Do you have to own alpacas to attend this event?

No! We welcome all alpaca fiber enthusiasts, crafters, knitters, and anyone interested in learning more about alpacas and their fiber!

Where do I purchase tickets for the event?

You can visit https://alpacaconference.regfox.com/2024-nefc to see a full schedule and purchase your weekend pass or specific workshops!

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Alpaca Owners Association, Inc.