Connect with California Alpaca Farmers!
A baby alpaca, known as a "cria," has fun running!
Alpacas running for treats!
Justen paricipates in a 4-H alpaca event.
Alpacas are curious!
Fascinating and fascinated!
The California Alpaca Breeders Association (Calpaca) is the best place to find alpaca farms in California and beyond! In California's tradition as a pioneer of progress, Calpaca was the first—and is the oldest—regional alpaca association in the Northern Hemisphere and has been a leader in the American alpaca industry since 1989.
Calpaca represents alpaca owners, breeders, and enthusiasts. We promote the well-being of alpacas and education of the public about alpacas, alpaca fiber, and alpaca products. We support each other through shared information and experiences, and host meetings, speakers and shows for the benefit of members and the public. We invite you to join us and become part of a supportive network of caring and helpful alpaca owners.
New to alpacas?
If you're new to alpacas and want to get more information about these
friendly producers of the world's finest, most luxurious fiber, find a farm near you and schedule a visit today to see these magical animals for yourself! Or check out alpacas for sale or alpaca products from our member farms. Already an alpaca breeder?
If you’re currently an alpaca breeder in California, Oregon, Nevada, or Arizona, consider joining Calpaca
today. Become a part of this highly respected community of breeders and
benefit from the marketing opportunities Calpaca offers.
Calpaca 2021 Events
Canceled Due to the Pandemic
Join or renew your Calpaca membership
by January 31, 2021!
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Calpaca Quarterly Membership Meetings
| Feb. 13 |
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Calpaca Board of Directors |
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Zoom virtual meeting |
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10:00 business meeting |
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11:30 education meeting |
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Topic: |
Have Your Alpacas Pay for Themselves: |
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Herd Size Doesn't Matter |
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Speaker:
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Julie Roy, alpaca owner since the fall of |
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2004, has 16+ years' experience teaching |
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alpaca business and marketing education |
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to new and established alpaca owners. |
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| May 08 |
Host: |
Claudia & Jerry Porter |
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Where: |
Black Rock Mountain Alpacas & Fiber Mill, |
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Fernley NV |
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Time: |
TBD |
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Topic: |
Fiber Mills |
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| Aug. 14 |
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Maureen Macedo |
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Where: |
Macedo's Mini Acre, Turlock CA |
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Time: |
TBD |
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Topic: |
Agritourism |
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| Nov. 13 |
Host: |
OPEN |
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