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Sylvia Helms
3589 Richardson Rd.
Timberville VA 22853
sphelms@buttonwoodalpacas.com
www.buttonwoodalpacas.com
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My relationship with ALPACAS began in the fall of 2001, while searching for a retirement project which could be both fun AND profitable. There's plenty or hard work, but today Buttonwood Farm is a rewarding and enjoyable investment in a continuously growing business.
We raise them for their luxurious, soft fleece, which we shear once a year in the spring. These natives of the Peruvian Andes Mountains are extremely hardy. They have one offspring a year, called a cria, so we pay very close attention to our breedings. Their beautiful, non allergy producing fleece is spun into yarn and then made into unbelievably fine, soft garments, such as sweaters, scarves, socks and gloves, blankets, and much more.
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Starling takes a cool bath on a hot day!
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Star would like to try a little spa, too!
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These photos show how much fun these animals can be and what personalities they have! While we always enjoy just observing them in the pastures, our goal is to produce quality alpacas with the finest of fleece in order to support the fast growing market in this country for this wonderfully soft fiber.
It is important to attend as many seminars as possible, visit other farms, and talk to other breeders to continue to learn about these beautiful animals.
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If you would like to learn more about these gentle animals, we would welcome your visit to our farm. We are glad to answer any questions you may have and to help you get started. Our commitment is to be available to you for as long as you need our help. You can also take advantage of our
national breeders association where you will find a national calendar of events, as well as lots of information about ALPACAS as a financial investment.
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Life is good at Buttonwood Farm Alpacas- Ruby enjoys a sunbath! Meet more of our alpacas, and those that are for sale, on
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