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| Isabelle and Christina Corriston make a new friend |
Throughout the day those visiting were treated to various types of fiber processing and spinning demonstrations, plus had an opportunity to purchase items made with alpaca fiber.
As shown in the photos, kids got a chance to see the animals up close and personal, too.
Alpacas for Autism, a nonprofit organization has a unique mission- “To improve the quality of life for individuals with Autism by teaching the fiber arts and using alpacas to improve social skills.” Proceeds from today's event will go directly to the cause. More information about Alpacas for Autism can be found on here- www.alpacasforautism.org
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| Cory Opp offers a snack to one of the many alpacas at the Cochran farm near Adrian during the Alpacas for Autism event held today |
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| De Anna Neale of Warsaw Mo. shows the finer points of operating a spinning wheel. Alpaca fiber can be weaved into a variety of useful things including shawls, scarves and blankets |
