Millicent Horn & Denny Andrews
9200 W Old Road 30
Etna Green, Kosciusko County
IN 46524
574.269.6747
alpacas@partnersplus.biz
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Type of Alpacas: Huacaya
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Alpacas are a wonderful animal to raise and breed. They are fun to watch, gentle and docile to handle, and less costly to feed than other animals such as horses. Their feet have pads like a dog’s, so they are gentler on pasture than cows or horses. The income produced is from shearing (once a year, usually in the spring) and sales of some of the herd.
There are several tax advantages available to those raising alpacas, which can reduce (sometimes substantially) your tax burden. We would be thrilled to help you understand these and see if they can be integrated into your financial planning. Our farm is large enough to board (or “agist”) alpacas. This provides the potential for you to own the animals and take some of the tax breaks, while leaving the everyday chores to us. Drop an e-mail for more information.
John & Tricia Morton
3191 W State Road 14
Columbia City, Whitley County
IN 46725
260.723.5267
260.417.3761 (cell)
Mortontricia@hotmail.com
www.kalscorneralpacafarm.com
Type of Alpacas: Huacaya
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We are a small husband and wife ran farm about 20 miles west of Fort Wayne. We keep our herd numbers around 10-12 to have personal knowledge of each animal.
We got into the alpaca industry first for the love of animals, second for the desire to learn about fiber arts, and third because we felt this wonderful, young industry had such potential. Alpacas produce one of the world’s finest, most luxurious, natural fibers.
We believe in breeding for healthy, happy animals with proper conformation and the best fiber qualities possible such as fineness, density, and crimp.
Please call us for a visit anytime.
Christopher and Linda Johnson
1671 E 550 S
Columbus, Bartholomew County
IN 47201
812.342.1741
johnson2424@att.net
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Don & Jane Conner
5665 E Rosehill Avenue
Terre Haute, IN 47805
812.460.0002
812.239.7699 (cell)
Vjaneconner@aol.com
www.lookoutfarmalpacas.com
Type of Alpacas: Huacaya
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We raise our alpacas on our 40 acre farm north of Terre Haute in Southwestern Indiana. We breed for quality with premier bloodlines which include Snowmass Legacy Gold, Snowmass Amore, NWA, LTD Accoyo’s Goldsmith, Dom Lucilio, Providence Rennes, Royal Fawn, Finesse, Iceman, and Peruvian Don Julio. Because we are a small farm, our animals get individual attention, and are friendly and comfortable with people.
We began with a high quality foundation herd, and today we continue to breed our females to high quality males. We love to show off our animals. We show them in competitions and also enjoy showing them to friends, customers, school classes and club groups.
We produce our own orchard grass hay, and have it tested each year. We store it in our large hayloft. We keep our animals cool in the summer with large fans in the barn which operate on a thermostat, and timed water sprayers in the pastures to cool their tummies.
Linda Meister-Crowder
4813 N. Parkway
Kokomo, Howard County
IN 46901
765.457.8629
Linda.Meister-Crowder@comcast.net
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Mel & Deb Obermeyer
23164 Vote Rd
Batesville, Ripley County
IN 47006
812.934.3344
debandmelo@yahoo.com
www.meloalpacas.com
Type of Alpacas: Huacaya
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Melo-O Alpacas was established in 2002. We have built our business by using common sense and by starting with solid stock. We are continually working to build a quality herd with the end product – fiber – in mind.
Mel and I love the ALPACA business and the lifestyle we have created by raising ALPACAS. We are here to help you decide if owning ALPACAS is right for you. We offer information (and demonstration) on ALPACAS general care, breeding and birthing, feeding and pastures, fencing and shelter.
We promise to be honest about the pros and cons of the ALPACA business. We truly believe that our common sense approach and honest dialogue set us apart. Come visit us for a realistic look at our ALPACA business.
Contact us for an appointment to visit the farm and learn about ALPACAS. We can’t wait to meet you and talk ALPACA.
James & Rita Michel
6710 W 600 N
Huntington, Huntington County
IN 46750
260.344.1647
rmichel@onlyinternet.net
Type of Alpacas: Huacaya
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Terry & Teresa Moore
1787 W State Road 42
Moorseville, Morgan County
IN 46158
317.996.3177
mooreterry10@yahoo.com
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Mary Jane Morgan
1620 E 1100 S
Flat Rock, Jasper County
IN 47234
765.525.4226
317.796.4094 (cell)
Maryjane@noblealpacas.com
www.noblealpacas.com
Type of Alpacas: Huacaya
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This is a whole-family business. Our objective is to provide a sanctuary of quiet tranquility for all of us with our beautiful Alpaca herd, while also building a future active retirement. We began researching alpacas in September of 2003, acquired our 1st 5 females for Thanksgiving and had added 3 more females, a yearling male, and our 1st 2 female cria by the time we moved to our new farm in June 2004. With the additional 2 male cria and two guard llamas, our total herd for Thanksgiving 2004 is 15 animals.
Ron & Sandy Hendricks
4256 South 475 E
Portland, Jay County
IN 47371
260.335.2616
info@ravadahills.com
www.ravadahills.com
Type of Alpacas: Suri
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Ravada Hills is located in east central Indiana along the Ohio border. Our animals have lots of personality supported by individualized attention and health management. We are a registered breeding farm focusing on show quality animals.
We provide a documented health history on all of our animals which includes vaccination/worming schedules and vet care. All of our animals are sold with a full farm guarantee. Our breeding program includes a full reproductive exam and ultrasound confirmation of pregnancy. For new alpaca owners we offer: 1)assistance in farm layouts as it is important to design your barn and pastures for animal rotation and maintenance of quality grass growth 2) assistance in developing your health management program 3)phone and e-mail consultations 4)free boarding up to 3 months on any purchase. We offer free financing for one full year with an initial payment of 25% followed by quarterly payments. Discounts are available on multiple purchases.
Debbie Rober
3904 E 375 N
Logansport, Cass County
IN 46947
574.472.2905
pdrober@verizon.net
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David & Karen Boyer
5256 Salem Road
Gosport, Owen County
IN 47433
765.537.3179
Boyer12@sbcglobal.net
www.schoolhousealpacas.com
Type of Alpacas: Huacaya
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We raise our animals on 34 acres in the gently rolling hills of South Central Indiana. Our farm is an older farm named after the historic schoolhouse in which we live. We come to alpaca farming from diverse backgrounds. David works in municipal water distribution and Karen is involved in education at the elementary level.
We have a lovely herd of alpacas. We are concentrating on breeding for the qualities we see as necessary in the future fleece market: density with softness. We have many award-winning bloodlines and select our own and outside males for breeding. Our females are chosen with an eye to mothering ability and milk production, as well as, physical soundness for a long and productive life.
We enjoy sharing our knowledge of the animals with visitors. Please contact us if you or your group would like to see our farm. Whether you’re just curious or seriously considering investing in alpacas- we would like to meet you.
John & Joann Dattilo
7515 Hwy 62
Charlestown, Clark County
IN 47111
812.256.6707
812.989.2259 (cell)
Sngalpacas@aol.com
www.Serene-n-Green.com
Type of Alpacas: Huacaya
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Fred Reich
12672 S Cty Rd 575W, Putnam County
Center Point, IN 47840
317.371.4720
317.333.7042 (fax)
swiss@ccrtc.com
Serenity Woods on AN
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Charles & Violet Eckart
Mark & Holly Strange
613 Shiloh Road
SE Corydon, Harrison County
IN 47112
812.738.8229
charles_eckart@yahoo.com
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Duane & Becky Thompson
4985 W 700 N
Larwill, Whitley County
IN 46764
260.799.4934
shootinstarsfarm@aol.com
www.shootinstarsfarm.com
Type of Alpacas: Suri
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Our farm is located approximately 30 miles northwest of Fort Wayne, IN. We are within an easy drive of Chicago, Indianapolis, Detroit, and Flint. We specialize in the rare Suri alpacas, concentrating on Peruvian lineage and ACCOYO genetics.
Shootin’ Stars Farm is a growing farm. Starting with only two alpacas just three years ago, our herd is 20+ strong and growing quickly!
We have a fine selection of alpacas to choose from, as well as breeding services, multi-purchase discounts, and personalized financing. We also offer boarding to those who wish to own these wonderful creatures, but lack the facilities to accomodate them.
We have a nice variety of herdsires to choose from. All of our herdsires are full Peruvian, most with Accoyo bloodlines. We have a full ACCOYO multi-colored champion HHSF Chromocolor, multi-champion HFS Joshua, light silver gray GLR Colque, and GLR Apatche, multi-colored color champion. We offer 60 days free boarding with all of our breedings and free delivery within 50 miles. Ask us about multiple breeding discounts!
Kathy Kowal
10562 N. Meridian Rd.
Ossian, Wells County
IN 46777
260.638.4515
skalpacas@onlyinternet.net
www.specialkalpacas.com
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Within our small herd you’ll find many unique treasures. Our herd has been built from high-quality bloodlines and careful selection to produce the fine fleeces and correct conformation important to the future of the alpaca industry.
We are a small farm – small by choice, so we can offer individual attention to all our clients and our alpacas. We work with all of our alpacas on a daily basis so that they’re comfortable with being handled. It makes routine maintenance so much easier.
We started our herd with alpacas chosen for their pedigrees and potential. We maintain a diverse selection of alpacas of all colors and of all origin. Through careful selection, our breeding program focuses on improvement with each generation while preserving rare and elite genetics.
If you’re searching for that “special” alpaca to start or add to your herd, visit our website. We look forward to speaking with you.
Elizabeth & Scott Taylor
7675 Ault Rd
Freedom, Owen County
IN 47431
812.828.0343
spottedcircusalpacs@yahoo.com
www.spottedcircus.com
Type of alpacas: Huacaya
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We are a small farm in rural Owen county offering high quality fiber & breeding services from our 4 male Huacaya alpacas. Our boys have amazing bloodlines and we have a grey stud that has produced a rose grey in the past.
We spin, knit, weave and dye with our fiber and can offer custom services for you. We welcome farm visits to see our boys where you can touch and feel where your homegrown fiber comes from.
Joe & Patti Hodge
2367 E 400 N
Whiteland, Johnson County
IN 46184
317.224.7121 (cell)
317.403.5667 (cell)
stormyacres@embarqmail.com
www.alpacanation.com/stormyacres.asp
Type of Alpacas: Huacaya
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Stormy Acres Alpacas is home to Joe and Patti Hodge, 2 border collies, 3 barn cats, 8 llamas and a growing herd of alpacas, we are located in mid-southern Indiana among the small town of Whiteland, easily accessible from I-65. We began our adventure with alpacas after visiting several farms, gathering information, and attending a hands on seminar, where we learned to trim toe nails, yea! At this point there was no turning back we were in love with these beauitful, gentle creatures… We purchased our first alpacas, 2 bred females and a young male alpaca in July of 1996, before the end of the year we also added a gentle gelded llama as a guard.
We are a small farm continually striving to perfect the quality of our fiber and conformation of the alpacas, breeding and training our animals to ensure a very handler-friendly animal with a gentle personality.
Our herd consists of a variaty of beautiful colors including our personal color favorite the different shades of gray.
We enjoy going to and showing our animals in 3 to 4 Alpaca shows a year. It is wonderful after a long cold winter to get to socialize with all of our alpaca friends and of course the main topic of discussion is our beloved animals.
John M. Kocur & Kelllie Rossman
2913 E Center Road
Kokomo, Howard County
IN 46902
317.223.8575
765.513.5407 (cell)
kellierossman@yahoo.com
www.alpacanation.com/topknotch.asp
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Quality is what we pride ourselves on at Top Knot Alpaca Farm. We specialize in breeding Full Peruvian Huacaya alpacas for Excellence. At Top Knot Alpaca Farm, every decision is made after extensive research and not before we are confident in getting the results we striving to achieve. Our farm is in Chesterland, a little city within the well known area of Northeastern Ohio, known as Geauga County.
Top Knot Alpaca Farm is a warm, friendly & clean place where each animal is important. We do all our own farm maintenance, routine shots, toenails, halter training, etc. Each animal’s personality is well known and every animal is body scored, talked to, and weighed on a regular basis.
We would be happy to have you come for a farm visit to look at some of our alpacas to purchase, take a look at our barn, or simply talk alpaca. We love to show off our alpacas – who all think they are PR animals. They are all spoiled with lots of love and cookies on a regular basis and love visitors. Showing off is one of their favorite things to do!
Joanna and Dan Meister
15803 N County Road
600 E Flat Rock, Bartholomew County
IN 47234
812.587.5675
joanna_meister@att.net
www.toughcreekfarm.com
Type of Alpacas: Huacaya
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Tough Creek Farm began operating in April of 2010 with three female Huacaya alpacas. Currently, Tough Creek Farm has six alpacas with an anticipated total of nine in fall of 2011. Our farm cares about the future of the alpaca industry and strives to continue the learning and teaching process in order to further the success of alpacas and alpaca products in Indiana and throughout the United States.
Mike & Anita Smith
9100 N 000 Road
Decatur, Adams County
IN 46733
260.724.4809
260.413.6546
mikeoftriplez@aol.com
www.alpacanation.com/triplez.asp
Type of Alpacas: Suri
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“Preserving a Fine, Rare Breed of Suri Alpacas”
Welcome to The Triple Z Alpaca Farm which was derived from the road on which we live…”000 Rd.” in Decatur, IN. We are located about 20 miles south of Ft. Wayne, IN. Where we started, in 2004, with two, full Peruvian, females and have slowly but, surely grown to 15 Alpacas.
We have tried to improve the quality of our animals through selective breeding to award winning, ACCOYO, herdsires. Some of the genetics we have injected into our herd are…Baron, Torbio, Rockstar, Magnum, FSA’s Somethin’s UP, Accoyo Belmonte, Bruxo, Membrillo, Kalvin, Jackpot, Crown Royal, Uribe, Don Quixote, & accoyo Ramillo! Whew….
We believed that since we didn’t have a large herd we needed to breed to FULL ACCOYO. And, the suri was chosen because they are a fine but, rare breed with lustrous, fiber…not to mention the fact that we could be involved in preserving a special, rare breed. We love the luster factor because of the sheen that it gives the final product.
If you want to breed suri alpacas and, build on good genetics, we have them in any one of our alpacas. As we grow, we are very excited about building a top quality herd. And, with the help of the “Good Shepherd” we can. Hope you enjoy this site…God Bless.
Liz & Lee Clark
12990 N 200 W
Milford, Kosciusko County
IN 46542
574.518.1516
info@turkeycreekalpacas.com
www.turkeycreekalpacas.com
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Type of alpacas: Huacaya
Our farm started in 2001 with only a log home on 4 acres. Everything needed for raising alpacas was built from the ground up – 2 barns, fencing and gates, seeding pastures, a farm shop … the works! Needless to say, it was quite an adventure. Raising the animals as a small business was appealing to us because the end product from the animal, soft and luxurious wool referred to as “fiber”, is obtained without harm. The appeal to raise “green” livestock with the added bonus of a naturally sustainable end product was exactly what we were searching for. Not to mention the fiber is harvested with no harm to the animal.
We view the alpaca business as a two-fold opportunity – the first being the breeding and sales of animals – and the second the start of a cottage business from the fiber. Since 2002 we have been selling yarn and finished products using our own fiber through our farm shop, festivals and events around the Michiana area.
Currently we have ~ 30 animals with several cria on the way in 2011! We love to talk alpaca and invite you to come visit our farm. Learn about alpacas, fiber and a rewarding lifestyle with alpacas!
Bill and Guna Schnackel
Nashville, Brown County
IN 47448
812.988.7419 (phone & fax)
765.490.0789 (cell)
whisppines2@yahoo.com
www.whisperingpinesalpacas-indiana.com
Type of Alpacas: 13 Huacaya – 4 proven females, 3 maiden females, 1 proven male, 2 junior herdsires, 3 geldings
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Founded in 2006, Whispering Pines is nestled in the wooded hills of Brown County Indiana about three miles from Brown County State Park. We are not your “traditional” farm in that many of our pastures are hilly – the alpacas love it, but we huff and puff getting up and down.
We sell not only Alpacas but many products made from Alpaca as well. The most popular items sold in our farm store are Alpaca yarn and the complete line of Extremetm Alpaca Socks.
We welcome farm tours by prospective buyers as well as by people interested in seeing and/or learning more about the animals themselves. Farm tours and getting answers to your questions are particularly important for individuals considering the Alpaca lifestyle. These curious animals really enjoy our younger visitors i.e. children. We ask that, whenever possible, individuals call at least 24 hours in advance to schedule a farm visit.
Maureen Freeman, CSJ Director
1 Sisters of Providence
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Vigo County
IN 47876
812.535.2930 (cell)
812.535.2934
mfreeman@spsmw.org
www.WhiteViolet.org
Type of Alpacas: Huacaya
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Our beautiful and peaceful farm is located in Western Indiana, just off I-70, about 3 miles North of West Terre Haute, on route 150. The farm is nestled amongst the historic buildings and Mother House of the Sisters of Providence in Saint Mary of the Woods, Indiana. A spirituality of hope and healing, and educational programming on a variety of sustainable living issues are all key elements of White Violet Center. Our small, quality herd is helping support programs of eco-justice education, organic agriculture and fiber skills.
We offer:
- Outstanding Herdsires
- Quality North American Alpaca Breeding Stock
- Animal Husbandry Workshops
- Various Fiber Workshops including spinning, weaving, felting, knitting and sorting
- Handspun, handmade products from our own animals
- Stay on the farm for a couple days and work with us
Thomas Burkhart & Carman Jackson
1229 E County Road 650 N
Shelburn, Sullivan County
IN 47879
765.430.4734 (Tom cell)
765.426.9991 (Carman cell)
www.windchimealpacas.openherd.com
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WindChime Alpacas, LLC is a small huacaya farm located just 13 miles south of Terre Haute, IN and one mile east of US 41. Our focus is fawn and grey alpacas, but we are not color bound. We breed for fleece, conformation, and temperment. We offer breeding and shearing services in addition to well trained and socialized alpacas.
If your interest is herdsires or junior herdsires, we have a variety to choose from. We are introducing Providence Breton as our premier farm herdsire. This superb son of PPPeruvian Augusto out of the Finesse line is ready to go to work and is sure to improve the quality of our herd or yours! We also have three junior herdsires for sale or breeding. White Hope’s Adam has earned his Championship status; his 2010 blanket staple length is an impressive FIVE inches with consistant crimp and fineness. Diverse genetics and color options to meet any of your farm’s needs!
Jack & Anita Greider
4568 E 600 N
Churubusco, Whitley County
IN 46723
260.693.6281
260.402.0120 (cell)
Wsfalpacas@aol.com
www.wsfalpacas.com
Type of Alpacas: Huacaya
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After considerable research (ok, I am a CPA… by definition I was going to review this investment thoroughly) Jack & I purchased the beginning of our herd and brought them to their new homes. Anita dreaming of living on a farm and Jack being raised on a farm has defined our endeavor with enthusiasm and reality. One reality we agree on is “we continue to grow more enamored with these animals every day”.
We heard many times as we were exploring alpacas about “The Alpaca Lifestyle”. We now understand what
that means! Although we currently both work outside the farm full-time, the stress relief offered by the animals and simple farm chores after a day at the office is amazing.
We look forward to sharing our farm, our animals and the Alpaca adventure with you!
Millicent Horn & Denny Andrews
