TENNESSEE LIVESTOCK CENTER 1720 GREENLAND DRIVE MURFREESBORO, TENNESSEE 37132
December 5 – 6, 2008
Introduction:Enter your llama in a show where you will learn a lot about conformation and fiber.Have fun while showing and walk away with a real understanding of why your llama placed where it did.The judges will thoroughly explain their class placements.Spend one-on-one time with the judges anytime other than when they are judging.Participate in open discussion and enjoy good food.All of this awaits you at the CLI Fall Classic in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
General Information:The CLI Fall Classic show gives exhibitors another venue for showcasing their llamas, using fiber type as the distinction for class determination.There will be three fiber divisions (Traditional, Silky & Suri).These will be further divided by sex and age.See entry form for complete details.See below for a description of the three fiber types.
Traditional Fiber Type
Double coated (undercoat & guard hair)
Guard hair may be minimal
Crimp to the fiber
Fiber has “crinkle” – not straight
Soft handle
Loft to the fiber (does not lay flat)
Fiber length may be short, medium or long
Silky Fiber Type
Slick to the touch
Straight
Lustrous
Low loft (not fluffy)
Minimal to no lock structure
Suri Fiber Type
Straight fiber (no crimp)
Cool to the touch
Lustrous
Silky handle
Locks formed to skin
Types of locks:
Straight, Fan, Flat, Curl/pearl, or Pencil
No animals belonging to the CLI management team will be enteredin the show.
Emphasis will be on educating the exhibitors & audience on positive and negative traits of the conformation and fiber reviewed on the animals.
Guiding Principles for the judges:
§No favors
§No personal agendas
§Nopolitics
Recognition
Beautiful ribbons will be awarded in each class.Champions and Reserve Champions will receive unique crystal trophies.Cool Camelids magazine will include a report on the event.
Year-end Exhibitor of the Year Award will be presented to the exhibitor who has accumulated the most combined halter points at 2008 CLI shows.
Proof of Date of Birth:Proof of birth date must be provided for all show entries.This can be done with a registration certificate or a veterinarian’s certification of the date of birth. Halter Show Entry Fees: 1 Entry$100
2 – 3 entries$ 90 each
4 or more entries$ 80 each
Stall Fee: The stall fee is $60 with a maximum of two llamas per stall. Health Requirements:A Certificate of Veterinary Inspection issued by an accredited veterinarian within 30 days of the show. Entry Deadline:Entries should be postmarked no later than November 24. Arrival Time:Anytime between noon and 6 p.m., Friday, December 5. Food & Beverages:All food and beverages are complimentary for the entire event. Friday Evening Dinner:There will be relax and get acquainted dinner Friday evening at the facility.Meat and beverages will be provided.Exhibitors are asked to bring a covered dish of their choice to share. Saturday:All food and beverages will be supplied, including plenty of breakfast items, a catered lunch and plenty of snacks & beverages during and after the show.
Exhibitor of the Year Award:At the conclusion of the show, the exhibitor who has accumulated the most combined halter points at 2008 CLI shows will receive a special award.
Departure Time:By noon Sunday, December 7.
Directions: Click this link to get directions to the event:
Hotels Special $49.95 + tax rate offered: Vista Inn & Suites 118 Westgate Blvd Murfreesboro, TN 37128 615-848-9030 www.vistarez.com Rate offered for event: 2 adults $49.95+tax 1 King bed, or 2 DBLS I-24 East Exit 81A I-24 West Exit 81
