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Our Ranch and US
Our introduction to an alpaca was made a couple of years ago when
we saw an ad from AOBA on the satellite television - "I Love Alpacas".
The more research we did about this unique animal, the more we
wanted to know. We made several visits to farms, both large and
small, meeting and talking with the friendliest people and community
we have ever know - the owners of Alpacas. We walked through
pastures with the alpacas, watching them as they watched us. We
were educated on specific things to look for when making a
purchasing decision.
I continued to investigate the alpaca Business as my final project for
my MBA - Marketing degree. The numbers were to good to stop at
just investigating, time now to begin investing.
A great opportunity opened for us in February 2005 after we started
looking for a ranch and which required relocating the family. March
1st, 2005, we became proud owners of a 6 acre ranch situated among
horse farms in Northwestern Illinois, near Rockford, Illinois.
Mystic Ridge Alpaca Ranch began, owned and operated by Jeff & Dolly
Leuenberger. We have both Huacaya and Suri alpacas. Our original herd of 2
Alpacas, quickly grew to a total of eighteen alpacas and five Llamas. We
currently have two wonderful Fleece Champion Herdsires, both Accoyo, who
would be most happy to satisfy your ladies and improve your herd line. Our
first Cria born on the ranch was in May of 2006, followed by our two latest in
the late fall.
Agistment services are also available at our ranch
Our introduction to an alpaca was made a couple of years ago when
we saw an ad from AOBA on the satellite television - "I Love Alpacas".
The more research we did about this unique animal, the more we
wanted to know. We made several visits to farms, both large and
small, meeting and talking with the friendliest people and community
we have ever know - the owners of Alpacas. We walked through
pastures with the alpacas, watching them as they watched us. We
were educated on specific things to look for when making a
purchasing decision.
I continued to investigate the alpaca Business as my final project for
my MBA - Marketing degree. The numbers were to good to stop at
just investigating, time now to begin investing.
A great opportunity opened for us in February 2005 after we started
looking for a ranch and which required relocating the family. March
1st, 2005, we became proud owners of a 6 acre ranch situated among
horse farms in Northwestern Illinois, near Rockford, Illinois.
Mystic Ridge Alpaca Ranch began, owned and operated by Jeff & Dolly
Leuenberger. We have both Huacaya and Suri alpacas. Our original herd of 2
Alpacas, quickly grew to a total of eighteen alpacas and five Llamas. We
currently have two wonderful Fleece Champion Herdsires, both Accoyo, who
would be most happy to satisfy your ladies and improve your herd line. Our
first Cria born on the ranch was in May of 2006, followed by our two latest in
the late fall.
Agistment services are also available at our ranch
| Mystic Ridge Alpacas - Where the Magic is in the Breeding |
National Alpaca Farm Day Event - A Success, Let's Repeat it again this year!
Due to a wonderful turn out for last years National Alpaca Farm Day, we are proud
to announce that we will be having this event annually. September 27- 28th from
10 am to 4pm, our alpacas are looking forward to greeting all of the Greater
Stateline Area.
More than 350+ people came to our ranch last year to visit with the Alpacas.
Eighteen alpacas and 5 Llamas eagerly awaited the crowds to arrive, looking
forward to the Alpaca treats, the children would give them. They are looking
forward to this again.
Numerous discussions on the care and maintenance of the Alpacas will be presented throughout the day. Fiber spinning
demonstrations will also be available for viewing. A local Blackhawk Council Boys Scout troop will be serving tasty hot dogs, brats
and pork sandwiches for your dining pleasure while spending time with the Alpacas. An outdoor Alpaca Goods market will be
available to view and purchase numerous soft goods from the alpaca Fiber. Homemade Jams,Jellies and Salsas are also a crowd
favorite.
Due to a wonderful turn out for last years National Alpaca Farm Day, we are proud
to announce that we will be having this event annually. September 27- 28th from
10 am to 4pm, our alpacas are looking forward to greeting all of the Greater
Stateline Area.
More than 350+ people came to our ranch last year to visit with the Alpacas.
Eighteen alpacas and 5 Llamas eagerly awaited the crowds to arrive, looking
forward to the Alpaca treats, the children would give them. They are looking
forward to this again.
Numerous discussions on the care and maintenance of the Alpacas will be presented throughout the day. Fiber spinning
demonstrations will also be available for viewing. A local Blackhawk Council Boys Scout troop will be serving tasty hot dogs, brats
and pork sandwiches for your dining pleasure while spending time with the Alpacas. An outdoor Alpaca Goods market will be
available to view and purchase numerous soft goods from the alpaca Fiber. Homemade Jams,Jellies and Salsas are also a crowd
favorite.
National Alpaca Farm Day 2008 Coming Soon
Alpaca Movie- Click on the
picture below to view a short video on
the Alpaca Breeding Life. I am sure you
will want to watch it several times
picture below to view a short video on
the Alpaca Breeding Life. I am sure you
will want to watch it several times
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| National Alpaca Farm Day Sept 27-28th 10 am to 4 pm. |
