So...how does a registered nurse and an
electrician who were born and bred in NYC grow up to
be alpaca farmers? We discovered a new way of life.
One so different - so new and exciting that we fell
totally in love...again!
During a wonderful weekend in Sullivan County at a lovely
B&B, we visited an alpaca farm near Bethel Woods - "down the
road a piece" from the Woodstock Concert site. Ed spoke to
the owner while I "shopped" at their luxurious products
store.
We have learned that these curious animals get sheared once a year and produce
better than cashmere fiber. Spinners and knitters as well as
designers like Eileen Fisher have experienced this wonderful
fleece and have found a myriad of ways to utilize it.
fleece that is hypoallergenic, warmer than wool and softer
than cashmere; fiber for your family and home with
eco-friendly products.
products joining other natural fibers such as vegetable,
bamboo, seed, leaf, fruit and stalk fibers for clothing,
rugs, etc.
by learning how you and your family can help our planet for
generations to come.
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American... Born and bred right here on our farms.
are gentle animals. Simply fed with the best grain and hay.
Bred with labors of love and they return to us a lifestyle
of opportunities.
can be experienced by visiting our farm. Please call for
available times for you! You won’t be able to resist our
newest cria (baby alpaca) born on 9/9/09.
You'll fall in love!
Upcoming Events
March 20 - Rochester, NY
The Alpaca Maturity
April 23 - Harrisburg, PA
The Alpaca Jubilee
News Flash
Cria season is almost upon us. Keep checking back for cria
updates.
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Your Life Calling With Jane Pauley - video courtesy of www.AARP.org