Today's Youth
Carry Our Dreams into Tomorrow

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Jeopardy is held in the evening after the CSI courses are completed. This game is patterned after the television show of the same name.

Designed by Kathy Nichols (who also creates the CSI courses) of Elk Grove, CA, the Jeopardy game stimulates a perspective of the alpaca and llama communities outside the usual youth frame of reference and challenges youth knowledge in all facets of the camelid arena. Questions from this year’s competition categories included:

• What is the definition of conformation?

• What does "failure of passive transfer" mean?

• What does the "Se" stand for in BoSe or MuSe?

• What is hypothermia?

• Name the four "H's" in 4-H.

• What do the letters in PLTA stand for?

• In a performance class, the llama or alpaca steps to the side to avoid the obstacle is called what?

The opportunity for theatrical performances has been a smashing success. Susan Rich of Oakdale, California has written and directed a number of camelid related plays performed by youth before EXPO conference attendees. Youth in all age groups work hard learning lines and places as well as creating the costumes and setting. Large audiences find themselves completely enthralled genuinely laughing at the creative reflections of our own human behaviors. Each performance has literally received standing ovations and cheers of “Bravo.”

The development, implementation and successful continuation of any youth program requires much more than an “after thought” approach. It requires true dedication, commitment and a “village” effort. We must be willing to demonstrate imagination, effort, and an ongoing commitment to support and encourage our youth. The “village approach” can easily manifest and grow through our respective organizations. It takes our willingness to volunteer, lead by example, share ideas and follow through in the implementation. Through quality youth alpaca and llama programs, our youth will encounter meaningful experiences – experiences that develop life long skills and self-esteem that will serve them well throughout their personal life journey. If our youth truly represent our future, it is not only important but also indeed wise that we seriously include them as we plan for a strong and viable future in the alpaca and llama communities. It is an investment that will pay dividends season after season. And perhaps, dreams come true.

For additional information on any of the LANA youth programs, to join and participate, please contact the LANA Administrative Office at 541-830-5262 or visit their web site at: www.llamainfo.org. LANA is committed to supporting youth and is happy to work with any alpaca or llama organization in partnership, networking and in setting up a youth program.

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