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Angora Shearing Demo
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ANGORA-GEDDON!
October 27-29, 2012
What a Great Weekend for IAGARB! Simultaneous Angora Events celebrated German Angora Rabbits and Fiber.
On the East Coast at SAFF, in the Midwest at Ann Arbor, and on the West Coast in Silverton, Oregon, IAGARB members, guests and the public all shared in the Angora Experience.
Southern Animal Fiber Fair, Asheville, North Carolina
Sally Campbell, Erin Maclean and Leslie Samson set up a successful display of angora goods and information. Sally brought her gorgeous rabbits. Erin fielded questions from the public and Leslie demonstrated shearing.
At the Ann Arbor Fiber Expo in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Susan Wiley exhibited her German Angora products and IAGARB information.
Photos to come!
West Coast Regional IAGARB Registration and Workshops, Silverton, Oregon
IAGARB President, Gail Smith, went all out to sponsor an exciting weekend of Rabbit Judging, a Color Genetics Workshop by Candy Haenszel, plus food, fun and great camaraderie. Vice President Sheri Cormier flew out from Maine and was joined by Alexis W., Rosalie T., Margie B., Ali T., Carrie C., Sage, Molly, Kyle, Vickie, Katie M., Carrie A., and Diana C., along with others. 20 angora rabbits were tested and 14 registered.
In addition, Candy Haenszel was a featured speaker and conducted an Angora Color Workshop.
Great Work Everyone!
Great work, Everyone!! This is what 155 pounds of angora looks like. We have 3 runs on order – The Blizzard Yarn, our Frost Yarn and the Chunky Bunny Pencil Roving. By doing them all back to back, we should end up with even more consistent product quality!
Kudos on the grading! The Prime German Angora is GLORIOUS!!
IAGARB Celebrating 25 Years!
This gallery contains 24 photos.
No, the IAGARB Annual General Meeting was not in Venice. But here is one of our members relaxing in Italy just a few days after the AGM. Lucky girl!The rest of us are more likely here in the States … Continue reading
A Big Thank You to Our AGM Sponsors!
To help IAGARB celebrate it’s 25th Anniversary, the following sponsors have graciously donated awards and prizes to help make our event even more special:
Aesculap-Braun Vet Care Co.
Wahl Clipper Corp.
EZ Tatt
Precision Sharp Co.
Quality Cage Co.
Wild Fibers Magazine
Leslie Samson, Samson Angora
Sally Campbell, Dark Starz Angoras
Erin Maclean, Bungalow Farm Angora
Carol Dunn
Renee Rudorfer
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AGM Program Change: Dr. Peter Cheeke
ATTENTION –
We have had a change of program. Dr. Peter Cheeke, Professor Emeritus, Oregon State University, has agreed to be our Special Program Speaker on Sunday, April 22, 2012. We extend our best wishes for a speedy recovery to Dr. German.
Among the many books Dr. Cheeke has written, co-authored or edited are: Rabbit Production with Drs. Patton, Lukefar and McNitt; Rabbit Feeding and Nutrition, Natural Toxicants in Feeds, Forages and Poisonous Plants 2nd Edition, Applied Animal Nutrition: Feeds and Feeding 3rd Edition, and Contemporary Issues in Animal Agriculture.
We are very grateful that Dr. Cheeke has made time in his schedule for us. For those of you who did not have an opportunity to hear Dr. Cheeke at our Michigan AGM in 2010, do not miss this chance! We have asked Dr. Cheeke to emphasize some of the many valuable points he made during his last presentation to us.
One of the most significant was a simple statement – “Rabbits are herbivores not seed-eaters.” Learn what really happens inside a rabbit’s gut when grains and high energy supplements are introduced to its diet.
We’ve all heard the wives’ tale that “if hair is protein, then angoras will grow more hair on a high protein diet.” Dr. Cheeke will explain what the chemical components of hair actually are and what protein level is most suitable for healthy coat production.
We have asked Dr. Cheeke to devote some of his talk to Pasteurella multodica – what it is, how it becomes active, how to decrease its influence in our rabbitries.
Many of us have already made Dr. Cheeke’s YQ+ part of our daily feeding regime. Increase your YQ IQ. Learn why is this stuff so wonderful, how it benefits digestion, improves immunity and why it is so palatable. (It really does taste good!)
Do not miss this very special presentation at our 25th Anniversary AGM!
Schedule:
9:00 am – 10:30 am – IAGARB AGM business meeting
10:30 to 12:00 Dr. Cheeke’s Presentation
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm – Luncheon – Idaho Potato Bar / Buffet
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm – Dr. Cheeke’s Presentation Continued
2:00 pm Continuation of IAGARB Business meeting and Awards
Price –
For IAGARB Members, Dr. Cheeke’s Presentation is included with the AGM Luncheon.
For non-members, Luncheon and Presentation – 40.00
For non-members with student ID – 30.00
2012 IAGARB ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING INFORMATION
Welcome to IAGARB’s
25th Anniversary
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
April 20 – 22, 2012
Red Lion Inn Downtown
Boise, Idaho
More information on the Red Lion Hotel can be found here.
SCHEDULE
JUDGING & REGISTRATION
Friday, April 20, – 10:00 am – 4:30 pm
Saturday, April 21 – 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Cedar Room
WORKSHOPS
Scribble Lace Scarf
with Leslie Samson
Friday, April 20, 2012
9:30am – 4:30pm
Aspen Room
This is a fun workshop for felters and a valuable learning experience for angora producers!
Not all angora is free-falling prime. Some of it comes off the rabbit webbed or lightly matted. Although the staple length is good, this grade of angora is not quite prime. We have it blended and made into pencil roving.
In this workshop we will work with the 50/50 angora/merino pencil roving to make gorgeous nuno felt scarves with an energetic design. The roving will be “scribbled” onto silk to make a fine, soft laminated fabric with unique textures and patterns.
For angora producers, this class will show you how to increase the profitability of your wool by expanding your value-added markets. This is a light-hearted class. The felting is easy. Everyone will leave with a one of a kind angora/merino/silk scarf.
No experience necessary. All materials, use of supplies and tools will be provided. You don’t have to bring anything. Price – $75 for members / $85 for non-members
Scissors, Clippers and Holds
with Leslie Samson, Rosalie Truong and Erin Maclean
Saturday, April 21
9:30am – 11:30 am
Aspen Room
You’ve got the rabbits, now how are you going to take off the wool? This is a demonstration class where you will learn about equipment options, care and use in this class. Blades, clipper motors – which ones last and which ones don’t. Learn about different scissors and how to use them safely on your rabbits.
There are gentle holds that will keep your rabbits still and feeling secure while you remove their wool coats. Shearing should never be a wrestling match. It is a calm, quiet experience once you learn how to work with your rabbit’s natural behaviors and triggers.
Post-shearing care and diets will be discussed. Human care will also be presented. The tricks and tips in this class will save you time and trouble in your angora venture.
Price – $15.00 for members / $20 for non-members
Grading and Optimal Use of Angora Fiber
with Leslie Samson
Saturday, April 21
12:30pm – 2:30 pm
Aspen Room
Grading is a critical skill for any angora producer. We will start by examining the four angora fiber types present on ALL angoras. We will separate the different sections of shorn wool into their respective grades and discuss uses for them. Prime is easy. The challenge is in optimizing the other grades of wool. You may be surprised at how valuable they can be.
If you have a spinning wheel, please bring it to this class and learn how to quickly make a spectacular novelty yarn that knits up like a breeze and is joyful to wear!
Price – $15.00 for members / $20 for non-members. There will be a $5.00 material fee for spinning fiber.
The Importance of Record Keeping
with Leslie Samson and Rosalie Truong
Saturday, April 21
2:45pm – 4:30 pm
Aspen Room
Great record keeping is the key to the development of the angora in Germany. Objective data is the foundation of excellent breeding selection. In this class, different systems will be presented. We will look at the most important information to track. The class will then open for discussion.
Price – $15.00 for members / $20 for non-members
If you take all three Saturday classes, the full day price is 35.00 for members or 45.00 for non-members.
MEETINGS
Standards Committee Meeting
Open to Members
Friday, April 20
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Aspen Room
This will be a working meeting to formulate proposals and recommendations to be presented at the AGM on Sunday. There will be two significant topics.
1. Changes to the language of the IAGARB standard with regard to colored angoras as well as specific descriptions of non-sychronized coat growth. The IAGARB color guidelines within the context of a colored wool market.
2. It is time to implement the IAGARB Rabbitry Certification program – details of a point system, forms, judging criteria.
IAGARB’s 25th Anniversary
Annual General Meeting
Open to Members
Sunday, April 22
9:30am – 11:30 am
Aspen Room
Twenty-five years ago, IAGARB was founded in Hayden Lake, Idaho. Our mandate was simple – maintain the German Angora in the system in which it was created.
This year, we return to Idaho to celebrate the accomplishments of our association and our plans for the future.
Business will commence promptly at 9:30 am. Our meetings are swift and efficient. Results of the Friday night meeting will be presented. This is a nomination year for our fall election. There will also be goodies, games and prizes. This will be a important meeting. Don’t miss it!
Lunch
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Aspen Room
How can we think of the great state of Idaho without thinking of Potatoes? Let’s enjoy the best of this famous icon with a Potato Buffet! Stuff your spuds with a selection of treats – chili, beef, bacon, cheese, sour cream etc. Lunch includes dessert, coffee, tea or iced tea. Price is 17.00
Special Program Speaker
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
The keynote speaker for the 2012 IAGARB AGM is Dr. Ellen German, DVM of Animal Health Hospital in Boise, Idaho. In addition to focusing on dog, cats and exotic animals in her veterinary practice, Dr. German also specializes in homeopathic care for pets.
Her presentation on Sunday, April 22nd is titled “Rabbit Health: Homeopathic Treatments for Rabbits.”
TO REGISTER FOR WORKSHOPS AND THE LUNCHEON AND GUEST SPEAKER ONLINE, CLICK HERE
To register using a downloadable MAIL IN form, click HERE
ACCOMMODATIONS AND HOTEL LINK:
To book your room online at the Red Lion Hotel, use the link below.
To take advantage of group pricing use access code: IAGARB25
The All Important Rabbits!
This is a Rabbit Event and we have made special arrangements for the comfort and safety of your rabbits. Tables will be provided on which you can set your cages. Feed and equipment can be stored underneath. If you have draping for your table, bring it to keep your table(s) and area looking tidy.
The Cedar Room is heated and close to an exterior exit. The room will be secured at night.
Whether you bring rabbits to register or sell, please review our rules.
IAGARB ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2012: WHERE IN THE WORLD?
Here’s a clue: We are going back to where it all started, 25 years ago. Here are some photos of the host city. So save the date! April 20-22, 2012.