Welcome!!!
We are very proud to present the
second annual Indiana Alpaca
Invitational! Indiana Alpacas, Inc is a private organization
of Indiana alpaca breeders created with the goal of founding,
organizing and managing alpac arelated events within the
state of Indiana with the intention of benefiting the
alpaca industry and related charities.
Our first year was a huge success!
Over 1100 alpacas, from across the country came to compete
in four show rings. And, our Silent Auction and Herdsire
Breeding Auction raised nearly $10,000 for local FFA and
Young Farmers chapters and for Purdue University. As a
first-time show, we certainly had our hiccups, but overall
most participants agreed that the IAI was a well organized,
first class show. But be ready for some changes to really
make this
year’s IAI show even better!
In 2009, we will be limiting the
size of the show so that everyone
attending can be in the Main Expo. While it may mean that
not everyone will be able to attend, we feel that the
somewhat smaller size will be appreciated by all. We are
also changing the host hotel. This year, the Holiday Inn
right across the street from the Coliseum will be complete.
This hotel will have a shuttle available, a full restaurant
and an indoor pool!
Also new for 2009 is a Fleece
Show! This is a great way to let last year’s show
string rest while they continue to win ribbons. We are
excited to add this component to the show that is so vitally
important to our industry. Remember, a fleece can be shown
for a full year after it was shorn (see AOBA Show Rules).
Of course, we plan to spoil our
sponsors even more! In 2008, sponsors enjoyed preferred
Check In along with other benefits. But you don’t
have to be a sponsor to have a great time. Everyone will
be able to take advantage of
the local FFA and Young Farmers volunteers that will be
there again to help unload the trailers. And let’s
not forget the fantastic location! The Allen County War
Memorial Coliseum is wonderful, spacious, and conveniently
located.
Let the Indiana alpaca breeders,
and the city of Fort Wayne, show you how life can be great
in the Midwest!
Last
Updated:
10-26-08
