Core-Spun Yarn for Rugs Last week we picked up a new batch of yarn for weaving rugs. The yarn is core-spun, meaning that it’s made from alpaca fiber (from our herd) spun around a wool core yarn. The yarn was spun at Vermont’s newest mill, Aurora Spinnery in nearby Berlin. … Read More
Managing Alpacas in the Heat Temps here are in the high 80’s today and it’s humid. I know that’s not bad compared to some parts of the country, but it’s hot for northern Vermont. The alpacas are not comfortable with the heat and, especially, the humidity. Keep in mind, these … Read More
Snowshoe Farm is Heading to Rhinebeck! After taking two years off due to COVID, we’re headed back to Rhinebeck this year for the New York State Sheep & Wool Festival. We’ll be in our usual spot in Barn 26, right next to the 4-H gate. Come and see us and … Read More
Being a Farmer Includes Multiple Jobs If there’s one thing we’ve learned through our years of farming, it’s that the more you can do on your own, the better off you are. And the more money you’ll save! I’m always thankful that Ron has better-than-average carpentry skills, is good with … Read More
We’ve had some beautiful sunny and mild days lately, but today is a not-so-gentle reminder that it’s still mid-winter in the Northeast Kingdom. The temps are falling, the wind is howling and the 1″ to 3″ that was predicted has turned into at least 8″ of new snow. Nevertheless, Snowshoe … Read More
Here in northern Vermont we received over a foot of heavy, wet snow earlier this week. The temps have hovered right around freezing and the snow is sticking to all the trees and lines and weighing them down. There are widespread power outages. At Snowshoe Farm, We’ve been without power … Read More
It’s not quite mid-November and we already have a good snow cover thanks to the almost-foot we’ve received so far today. It’s a little early, but the snow and the cold seem here to stay. There are a lot of things we do on the farm to get ready for … Read More
Rhinebeck here we come! The New York Sheep & Wool Festival is our last really big fiber event of the year and I always look forward to it. Today I’m finishing up by labeling the last few skeins of yarn left on the drying racks. Then it’s packing up totes … Read More
As part of Vermont Open Farm Week, Snowshoe Farm will be open for visitors on Sat, Aug 18 from 11 to 4. If you’re interested in raising alpacas, stop by the barn and Ron can answer questions and offer advice from our 19 years of experience. Knitters, handspinners and other … Read More
It’s time to finalize breeding decisions for 2018 and we’re making it easier by lowering all stud fees to $500 for drive-bys. We do have room to accommodate your female, if desired, for an additional low daily fee. We offer you a choice of herdsires in a variety of bloodlines … Read More