SAVE THE DATE! John Mallon Training Clinic September 9-10, 2023 Stone Crest Llamas Fort Atkinson, WI
This may be your last chance if you have always wanted to attend a John Mallon Clinic!
This is a great chance to learn from John how to better relate to your camelid friends. This will truly transform your relationship with your llama or alpaca. There is a minimum class participation, so please let me know as soon as possible if you can attend. Registration is limited so get your non-refundable check and registration form into me to secure your spot. Here is a little more about John, for those of you who are new to the industry. With over 40 years’ experience in the training of horses, dogs, and birds, John has devoted himself exclusively to all aspects of the llama and alpaca industry since 1981. A popular featured speaker at regional, national, and international venues, and a longtime consultant with an international list of clients, John has averaged 50 to 60 clinics a year since 1994.
Contact me for details and a registration form.
Date: September 9 & 10 2023 Location: N3155 County Road A, Fort Atkinson, WI 53538 Contact: Jody Peter email: stonecrestllamas@gmail.com or 920-988-6989 Cost: $150/day if paid 60 days prior to July 10th, $175 after that. (Checks are never cashed until after clinics.) John offers a 100% guarantee. If you don’t feel like your money was well spent, he will refund it.
Class Details: This is where it all begins — learn the psychology of prey animals — what makes them “tick,” to be able to work with them in ways they can understand - safely and peacefully. By working from the “inside out,” you will learn how to help your llama overcome his natural fears. Prerequisite: Level I attendance is required before attending Level II Clinics.
Saturday- John Mallon Level I Clinic— “The Foundation” Starts at 9:00 a.m. sharp-4:30ish The Level I Clinic is an intensive eight-hour day, packed with hands-on applications, eye-opening demonstrations, and thought-provoking insights. This foundation clinic comes very highly recommended by “old-timers,” newcomers and veterinarians alike, and is guaranteed to bring about a positive change in your relationship with your llamas or alpacas. This clinic will make you a trainer.
Learn the philosophy and principles of training, teaching, and learning.
Learn how to apply these principles in ways that make sense-to you and your llamas or alpacas.
Learn to make a 5-second plan — it guarantees success and makes anything possible.
Learn how to tie the lifesaving quick-release knot.
Learn safe, relaxed leg handling; quiet, cooperative haltering; leading on a slack rope.
Learn why early desensitization of crias is crucial to the animal’s development, and how to
perform the procedure.
Learn with “hands-on” experience — questions and answers — tips and insights — help with specific problems.
Sunday- John Mallon Level II Clinic — “Continuing Education” 9:00 a.m. sharp- 4:30ish Pre-requisite: Level I attendance is a prerequisite for this clinic. This clinic builds upon previous experience and takes you beyond the basics and into more advanced training.
Learn why the less you do, the more you get.
Learn to teach your llama “Back”, “Stand”, and “Side pass.”
Learn how to safely handle ears, face, and tail — without having to use a halter or lead.
Learn verbal cues, as well as hand and foot signals.
Teach your llama to load on a slack lead, and how to step out the same way calmly and safely.
Learn to train your llama to control itself under all situations — shows, parades breedings, etc.
Learn why “manners” around other llamas or alpacas are so very important to all.
Learn the basics of conformation analysis for breeding and purchasing decisions.
Accommodations: Hotel (right off interstate, about 7 miles from location) Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ft. Atkinson, WI 1650 Doris Dr, Fort Atkinson, WI 53538•(920) 542-1600
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Atkinson, 1680 Madison Ave, Fort Atkinson, WI 53538•(920) 563-3600
Closest Airport: Madison (MSN) Could also flight into Milwaukee.
Refreshments will be provided. We will offer options to purchase a boxed lunch or you can bring your own.