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Illinois Valley News, Cave Junction, OR Wednesday, September 12, 2007
They’ve got the knack-a for alpaca
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in the highlands of Peru.
There are two types of
alpaca: the Huacaya, and the
Suri. Huacaya fleece stands
up perpendicular to the skin
Asked whether it might
be easier or more profitable
to farm another way, Chris-
tine responds: “Farming for
sustainability
requires a deep
commitment; you
have to do it be-
cause it’s the
right thing for
you to do. Caring
for the next gen-
eration is what
real farmers have
always
done.
When it comes
from your heart it
is easier.”
The animals
are
sheltered
within a large
hoop-house style
barn, which lets
out onto a large
pasture. Inquisi-
tive, elegant, and
The newest arrival at Suri Futures
social, the alpaca
flock to where John and
like Merino wool, whereas
Christine are tending them,
Suri fleece hangs down in
and will investigate a re-
thin locks, and is much like
spectful newcomer. Most of
silk. Suris are prized for
the animals have been born
their longer and silkier fi-
on their farm, but some have
bers, and are estimated to
been bought in.
make up between 19 to 20
Christine knows most of
percent of the alpaca popu-
her fleecy charges by sight,
lation.
and calls them by name.
Since importation into
“We pretty much know
the
United States, the Suri
them all by their fleece and
population is growing sub-
face,” she said.
stantially in number and
Both members of the
color diversity. The Suri is
camel family, the alpaca and
bred for the luster of is
the llama, could potentially
fleece and conformation.
interbreed, but the alpaca is
“We’ve had 14 babies
more closely related to the
so far this year,” Christine
vicuña. They are some of
beams. The breeding herd is
the first domesticated live-
presided over by 18-year-
stock, cultivated and bred
old “Bruxo,” said to be a
for many thousands of years
legendary stud of mellow
temperament. There is also a
herd of non-breeding fiber
males.
Desirable and some-
Juanita Rose Steffens
what rare, alpaca fiber finds
Juanita Rose Steffens, 84,
its way into capes, scarves,
of Cave Junction, died Sunday,
Sept. 2, 2007. Arrangements
are with Perl Funeral Home,
Medford.
blankets, sweaters, hats,
gloves, and a wide variety of
textiles, including luxurious
sweaters, socks and coats.
The fiber is in demand by
the fashion industry
around the world
“The alpaca fiber
industry is in it’s early
days. We’re part of a
growing industry for
textile production
both in the U.S. and
abroad,” Christine
says.
“Part of our goal,”
she added, “is to en-
courage people who
have land and would
like to do something
economical and pro-
ductive with it to
start with a non-
breeding herd to pro-
duce fiber and poop,
and graze the brush.
It’s a cost-effective
way to start.”
They’re also hoping to
generate a dialog about
helping to grow a sustain-
able economy. In her opin-
ion, the alpaca’s fleecy
product is a commodity on
par with pinot noir as an
economic catalyst.
The Gardiners are now
gearing up for National Al-
paca Farm Days on Satur-
day Sept. 29 & 30, as part of
a national campaign to edu-
cate the public about al-
pacas.
“We’re hoping folks will
be interested in seeing an al-
paca farm,” said Christine.
There are some six al-
paca farms in Josephine
County. The public is wel-
come to visit the Suri Fu-
tures alpaca farm at the west
end of River Street and en-
joy lemonade; examine dis-
plays of award-winning
fleece; an array of end-
products; and learn about
the animals.
Photoshop
basic class
set Sept. 22
Southern Oregon Guild
multimedia artist Bruce
Stone
will
teach
“Introduction to Photoshop
Elements,” a three-hour ba-
sic course on Adobe’s photo
manipulation software, on
Saturday, Sept. 22.
Students will use com-
puters to download a trial
copy of Photoshop Elements
software, which can be
taken home on CD or zip
drive, so enrollment will be
limited to 10.
Course content will in-
clude: 1) How to learn the
program – methods and re-
sources; 2) Basics of file
handling and management
for this particular software,
and 3) Layers – what they
are and how to use them.
Phone Stone at 592-
2901 or email him at
BS@cavenet.com to sign up.
If you leave a message, be
sure to include your phone
number and your name and
request to be placed on the
reservation list.
Because the class is
limited to 10 students, it is
recommended that places be
reserved early.
The class will meet in
Rogue Community Col-
lege’s computer lab at the
RCC Belt Bldg. in Kerby
from noon to 3 p.m. Cost is
$5 to Guild members and
$10 for nonmembers. Regis-
tration will begin at 11:30
a.m., and the class will start
promptly at noon. Attendees
should bring a lunch or eat
beforehand.
John 3:16
Come hear the Word
at Bridgeview
Community Church
Good Shepherd
Lutheran Church
Following Jesus the Christ
in discipleship is not a cake-
walk. We need to be in it for the
long haul, even though it’s not
necessarily convenient.
The Lord seeks committed
disciples. As Yogi said, “It ain’t
over ‘til it’s over.”
Senior Nutrition Menu
Sponsored by
Meals are served in the
CJ County Bldg.
592-2126, 474-5440
FRIDAY, SEPT. 14
BRAISED BEEF TIPS
Whipped potaotes
Scandinavian blend
vegetables
Honey bran bread
Banana nut cake
MONDAY, SEPT. 17
CHICKEN DIVAN BAKE
Oregon bean medley
Marinated vegetable salad
Squash roll
Almond poppy-seed cake
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 19
ROAST PORK W/GRAVY
Sweet potato cuts
Green peas
Rye bread
Applesauce
Pregnancy Center’s
20th Anniversary Banquet
Friday, September 21, 7 p.m.
at the I.V. Senior Center
Keynote Speaker: Cindy Meyer Nobile RN
MC: Larry Nobile, Focus on the Family
Tickets: $20 Phone: 592-6058
The
Christmas
Offering
Celebrating the
Greatest Gift of All
The all congregations
‘One Body ~
One Voice Choir’
invites you to sing with us!
Practice: Sundays, 3-5 p.m.
at Selma Baptist Church,
597-4169
Director: Tom Ninow,
592-6083
“Why
shouldn’t
I shop for
the best
price on
funeral
services?”
Cremation $460.00
Burial
$830.00
‘Ray’ Wolf
Cave Junction resident
Raymond D. “Ray” Wolf, 80,
lost his battle with congestive
heart failure on Sunday, Sept.
2, 2007 at Johns Hopkins Hos-
pital in Baltimore, Md.
He was born on Dec. 17,
1926 in Truman, Minn., and
lived there until the mid-1970s.
He moved to Cave Junction,
and began his gold mining
career.
His wife, Barbara, is plan-
ning an informal celebration of
his life. The date will be an-
nounced.
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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
OF SELMA
18285 Redwood Hwy.
P.O. Box 279, Selma, OR
97538 - 597-4169
Pastor Monty Pope
Sunday School - 9:45 a.m.
Worship - 11 a.m.
Sunday evening: 7 p.m.
Wednesday Bible Study
7 p.m.
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BRIDGEVIEW
COMMUNITY CHURCH
P.O. Box 645
5181 Holland Loop
592-3923
“BCC invites you to
experience God’s love in
music, prayer and His Word!”
Non-Denominational
Pastor Frank Salerni
* Sunday Morning Worship
10:30 a.m.
* Children’s Church-10:30 a.m.
* Bible Study
Wednesday 7 p.m.
* Youth Group
Wednesday 7 p.m.
* Men’s Payer breakfast
1st & 3rd Saturday 8 a.m.
* * *
ST. MATTHIAS
EPISCOPAL CHURCH
25904 N. Redwood Hwy.
Sunday Services:
1st three Sundays 11 a.m.
Fourth Sunday 5 p.m.
592-2006
* * *
BAHA’I FAITH
Phone 592-5234
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FOUNTAIN OF LIFE
ASSEMBLY OF GOD
451 S. Junction Ave.
592-3956
Pastor Mark McLean
Sunday School - 10 a.m.
Morning Worship - 11 a.m.
Evening Worship - 6 p.m.
Wednesday - 7 p.m.
Adult Bible Study
* * *
ST. PATRICK OF THE FOREST
CATHOLIC CHURCH
407 W. River St., CJ
592-3658
Father Gregory Moys, Pastor
Mass - Saturday 5:30 p.m.
No Sunday Mass
Holy Days TBA
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Saturday - 4:30 to 5 p.m.
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COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCH
113 S. Caves Ave., CJ
Evangelical &
Non-Denominational
Sunday School 9:15-10:15 a.m.
Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m.
Evening Service - 6 p.m.
Jr. Church, Infant & Toddler
Nursery Provided
Youth Awana - K to 6th grade
Wednesday - 6:15 to 8 p.m.
Pastor Dave Gordon
Community Christian Academy
Preschool to 12th grade
* * *
SEVENTH-DAY
ADVENTIST CHURCH
265 S. Old Stage Rd.
Sabbath School - 9:30 a.m. Sat.
Church Service
11 a.m. Sat.
Prayer & Praise
7 p.m. Tues.
Pastor Verne Hyland
Church 592-3218
Everyone Welcome
Madrone Adventist School
592-3330
Sr. Teacher: Mrs. Amy
Whitchurch
592-6604
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IMMANUEL UNITED
METHODIST
CHURCH
200 Watkins Ph. 592-3876
Pastor Charles Chase
Sunday School - 9:15 a.m.
Sunday Worship - 9:15 a.m.
Child-care for small children
Web Page:
http://UMCImmanuel.org
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GOOD SHEPHERD
LUTHERAN CHURCH
East River Street
& Lewis Court
Pastor Don Torala
Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.
Sunday School - 10 a.m.
Tuesday Youth group - 6 p.m.
Church Phone: 592-2290
www.goodshepherdlutheraniv.org
info@ivfuneraldirectors.com
FIRST LOVE
CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP
New Horizons in
God’s Kingdom
139 Caves Ave. Front door
592-4775
Worship Schedule
Sunday Adult Bible Study
10 a.m.
Sunday Worship
10:45 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday School & Nursery
10:45 a.m.
Wed. Service 7 p.m.
Thurs. “First Love Kitchen”
Free Hot Meal 11:30 a.m.
Sat. “Free Bread” 11 a.m.
Phone for
Bible College Classes
Pastors:
Bob & Virginia Kurko
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ILLINOIS VALLEY
BAPTIST CHURCH
2110 Caves Hwy.
Sunday School- 9:30 to 10:15
Sunday Worship -
10:30 to 11:30
Bible Study - Tuesday
12:30 p.m.
Refreshments after service
A Southern Baptist Ministry
Phone: 592-3029
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ILLINOIS VALLEY
PENTECOSTALS
Bible Study & Fellowship
987 ½ Caves Hwy.
2:30 p.m. Sunday
592-4716
Individual Bible Studies
available
Home of the Acts 2:38
Experience
Pastor Wendell Owens
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THE CHURCH OF JESUS
CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY
SAINTS
207 Junction Ave., CJ
Sacrament Meet - 9 a.m.
Sunday School - 10:20 a.m.
Priesthood, Relief Soc. -
11:10 a.m.
Bishop John A. “Jack” Brown
1st Counselor Bob Knott
2nd Counselor Dan Fiske
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ILLINOIS VALLEY
PRAISE CENTER
28569 Redwood Hwy.
Cave Junction
Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m.
Prayer Meeting - 6 p.m.
Thursday evening - 7 p.m.
Home Bible Study/Youth Group
Non-Denominational
Bible Teaching Church
Pastor Doug Wilson
592-4872
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TAKILMA BIBLE CHURCH
10300 Takilma Road
Pastor Dan Robinson
Bible Study/Prayer Time
9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship
11 a.m.
Wednesday Bible Study
7 p.m.
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VALLEY EVANGELICAL
FREE CHURCH
498 Laurel Road
P.O. Box 1248
Pastor Les Knapp
Sunday School - 9:45 a.m.
Worship Service - 11 a.m.
evfree@frontiernet.net
592-6160
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