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"ALPACAS-so what are they and how did you get started with them, anyway," is a question we have been asked more times than we can count. Every alpaca breeder's story is different, except for one main theme----we all fell in love with alpacas. Split Rock Farms began in the year 2000. We purchased our 60 acres with the idea of starting a bed and breakfast first and using the land for something else later. We loved running our b&b for over 9 years and, during that time, we also fell in love with alpacas. We saw them at a W.N.Y. farm. They were awesome! The virtues of owning them became very real and exciting to us and we could finally use our land, too. We built a 2,000 s.f. barn, a small pond and pastures from scratch, installing what seemed like miles of fencing in the process. Everything was geared to be entirely alpaca-specific. After visiting many farms, we purchased our first alpaca in December of 2004. Soon after, other purchases followed. Everyone was agisted until our farm was completely ready for their homecoming in August 2005. Seeing them in our own pastures was incredible! Our goal has always been to breed and raise the best of the best. We specialize in greys and blacks, double and single-registered, but are not limited to those colours. Our herd's bloodlines extend across Canada and beyond. Those superior genetics have become even more superb with time. Presently, we believe we have the largest percentage of grey huacayas in Eastern Canada. Though we LOVE our greys and blacks, we have introduced browns, fawns and whites into our herd to represent all colour choices---we are proud of their quality. < Though we started by the "seat of our pants," we have fully educated ourselves in the classroom and with complete hands-on experience. We also find it advantageous to belong and become involved with many key organizations to stay on top of the business and to meet as many other breeders as possible. As such, we are members of Alpaca Ontario, Alpaca Canada, Empire Alpaca Association, AOBA, ARI and CLAA. What a marvelous journey we have chosen to take. Hanging out with our alpacas is about as good as it gets. We love to share the pleasures of owning alpacas with everyone. Oh, and we now own over 60 gorgeous animals. Come see them for yourselves and begin your own journey! We Welcome Visitors To Our Farm Year Round

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