2026 Summer Social and Education Day
Sat, Jun 06
|Long Hollow Suri Alpacas
Hands-on alpaca education, expert fiber insights, disaster preparedness, and community fun—all in one day!


Time & Location
Jun 06, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM CDT
Long Hollow Suri Alpacas, 698 Wallace Rd, Gallatin, TN 37066, USA
Guests
About the event
Join the Tennessee Alpaca Association for an engaging and informative Summer Social and Education Day featuring two outstanding guest speakers. Laurel Shouvlin, a certified Alpaca Owners Association judge, will lead an interactive morning session focused on what judges look for in fiber quality and animal conformation, complete with hands-on evaluation of both Suri and Huacaya alpacas—an invaluable experience for breeders and enthusiasts alike. In the afternoon, Dr. Shelli Rampold will present a practical and timely session on disaster response planning, equipping you with essential tools and resources to help safeguard your farm and livestock for the future. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from industry experts, connect with fellow alpaca owners, and strengthen your knowledge and preparedness.
We’ll kick off the day with coffee and breakfast finger foods beginning at 8:00 AM, followed by a brief meeting at 9:00 AM, with educational sessions starting immediately afterward. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from…
Schedule
1 hourSocial time with Coffee and Breakfast
1 hourBusiness Meeting

