Alpaca Workshop and Training
Alpaca Workshop and Training
~ Introduction to Alpacas Workshop
Alpacas are fascinating animals, but they require special management. Join us for our unique alpaca workshop, perfect for people living on small farms or acreage. This is a great introduction to see if alpacas fit your farm—the perfect starter guide for potential alpaca owners.
Start your alpaca journey with confidence
Thinking about starting your own alpaca herd or simply curious about keeping a couple on your future hobby farm? Our Introductory Alpaca Workshop is the perfect place to begin.
Hosted by Euan and Daniela at our beautiful boutique farm in Laguna, this hands-on, info-packed session runs for approximately 3 hours and offers real insights into the joys and challenges of alpaca ownership.
We’ll take you through the basics of alpaca management, animal welfare, and daily care—sharing our personal journey and lessons we learned along the way. The good, the bad, the funny, and the unexpected!
Whether you’re ready to buy alpacas or just dreaming about it, this is your essential starter guide.
What You'll Learn 🔽
🦙 Alpaca management & health essentials
🧬 Huacaya vs. Suri breeds—what’s the difference?
📍 What is a PIC? Why you need a Property Identification Code before buying alpacas
🧑🌾 Choosing the right breeder—what to look for and what to avoid
🛖 Best shed layouts for safe handling and shearing
🌳 Shade, shelter & paddock design—why trees matter and how to design rotational grazing
🌾 Feeding & pasture—the best grass types, laneways, and paddock rotation
💉 Husbandry 101—nail trimming, shearing, FEC’s, worming, body scoring & vaccinations
🐑 Livestock compatibility—why alpacas and hard-hoofed animals don’t mix
🦙 Alpaca types explained—females, wethers, entire males & crias
⚖️ Weaning & paddock dynamics—why we don’t sell crias and the importance of same-sex groups
🐺 Guard animals & predator myths—truths about foxes, dogs, and herd protection
🧶 Alpaca fleece & fibre—from fleece to yarn: processing, spinning, and knitting
🦠 Biosecurity & pest management—practical advice and resources from LLS, DPI & Landcare
We’ll wrap up with a cuppa and light refreshments at the farmhouse.
You’ll also have the opportunity to purchase the updated AgGuide: Practical Handbook – Farming Alpacas, the book that helped guide us back in 2012.
Workshop Details
📍 Location: Little Valley Farm, Laguna NSW 2325
(Just 10 mins from Wollombi, 2 hours from Sydney, 1 hour from the Central Coast)
🕥 Start Time: 10:30 am at our Red Barn House
⏳ Duration: Around 3 hours
👩🌾 Group Size: Small, intimate groups (max 6) to ensure personal attention
💡 Note: Due to the intensive nature of this session, it is best suited to adults. Children (1–16 yrs) can attend on select dates—charged per child. Please enquire first.
🐾 Biosecurity Notice: Please do not bring dogs to the farm.
👟 What to Bring: Sun hat, closed shoes, and a notebook if you'd like to jot things down.
🌧️ Weather: Rain or shine—we’ll go ahead unless there’s a fire or flood warning.
🛏️ Need to Stay Overnight? Let us know—we may have availability at our on-site accommodation.
💳 Cancellation Policy: At least 3 days’ notice required for a refund (less approx. $20 card fee). Happy to reschedule if needed.
FREE Follow-up Workshop: Husbandry Hands-On Training
Available only to past participants of the Introductory Workshop.
Once you've attended the Intro Workshop, we invite you to return for a free follow-up session where you'll get hands-on experience with:
Vaccinations
Toenail trimming
Body scoring
Eye and teeth checks
We host these free training days several times a year as part of our commitment to mentoring new alpaca owners and building a strong local network of like-minded farmers.
New! Private Workshops on Your Farm
Can’t make it to Laguna? We’ll come to you.
We now offer customised workshops on your property for up to four people—ideal for families with young children or those who’ve recently welcomed alpacas to their land.
📍 Travel Range: Within 90 minutes of Laguna
🚫 Note: Due to our strict biosecurity policy, our alpacas are not transported off-site.
📬 To Book: Email Daniela for availability and pricing.
Private workshops at our farm are also available by request.
Seasonal Alpaca Events
We also host a few seasonal events throughout the year. These are limited and very popular, so be sure to join our mailing list for early access to tickets!
