News and Events

Ballintotas Alpacas shares its products at many local venues. Call or email for dates and details for any of the events listed.

	Taste of the Valley: Ballintotas Alpacas is pleased to showcase a range of products that can be created from alpaca fibre. Visit us at the Spring show, Cobden Fairgrounds, to see locally grown and produced products. Enjoy a great opportunity to feel raw alpaca fibre and see the transition from fibre to rovings - to yarn - to product.   October 15th, 2011

Navan Fair:

Again this year, the Navan Fair will be hosting the Alpaca Composite Show and the Alpaca Fleece Show. Fleeces will be judged in advance of the composite show. In a composite show, the fleece
and animal are judged separately and the scores are combined to rank the animals. Come and feel the prize winning alpaca fleece and listen to the commentary of the ring judge. For more information, log on to www.navanfairalpacashow.ca .

August 12th, 2011

Rural Ramble:

Ballintotas alpacas is proud to again be part of the Ottawa Valley Rural Ramble. Bring the family and come out to enjoy the alpacas in their natural environment. Learn about these amazing creatures, browse our product display, and treat yourself to the luxury of alpaca!

October 1st and 2nd, 2011

Get inspired, bring the family, join the fun at picturesque Silent Valley Alpaca Ranch in the scenic wilderness of North Frontenac. See fibre artists at work, visit the alpacas and tour the ranch.
(Check out www.silentvalleyalpaca.ca) September 3rd and 4th, 2011

Christkindlmarkt

Pembroke's largest Christmas craft show since 1998 attracts over 3000 visitors yearly. Come out to see the beautiful products of local artisans, have a visit with Santa, and endulge in some delicious treats.

15 Bennett St., Pembroke, ON -
Nov. 25th and 27th, 2010

Canadian Alpaca Farm Days

Experience alpacas up close and personal. Learn about the wonderful attributes of alpaca fibre and choose from a variety of alpaca products to purchase or just simply get your hands into the fleeces to feel the alluring softness. Whether you are curious to learn about the animals, their eco-friendly fibre or would like to find out more about alpaca farming, you will not regret a rumble through the country-side to visit an alpaca farm.

Visit www.CanadianAlpacaFarmDays.com for more information.

Cobden Farmers Market Christmas Craft Show:

A great opportunity to find that perfect gift for everyone on your list!  This craft show takes place over two days in Cobden.  There are doorprizes and food available as well as an amazing collection of wares from local vendors and producers.

December 3 and 4, 2011

Deep River Arts and Crafts Fair – November 5th and 6th, 2011
Organized by the Rotary Club of North Renfrew, and hosted by Mackenzie High School, this fair showcases country crafters, as well as community and home based businesses, filling two gymnasiums. This show represents one of the season’s first opportunities to start your Christmas shopping!

Alpaca Ontario Show

Orangeville, Ontario. This annual show features two days of alpaca sights and sounds. Not only is this an opportunity for farms across Ontario to showcase the results of their breeding program, it also features vendors, ‘Alpaca 101’ educational seminars for the public, fibre displays and demonstrations. A great opportunity to get ‘hands on’ with some of the finest alpacas and alpaca breeders in Ontario! For more information, log on to www.alpacaontario.ca.