Information Links

The llama community is one big family. We are so excited about owning and living with llamas that we want to share our knowledge and experiences with anyone who is interested (our willing to put up with "another llama story.") We have tried to provide some links that will help round out your "llama knowledge." We do not necessarily endorse or recommend these sites or the information or recommendations presented. We strongly suggest that you always consult a local veterinarian to determine what is best for your animals. Your vet can provide a wealth of information on feeding, sheltering and in general, caring for your llama. Please drop us a line if any of the links on this page do not work properly.

Associations

	For over 20 years CAL-ILA has been the premier llama organization for Northern California, Northern Nevada and Southern Oregon. CAL-ILA is a nonprofit, tax exempt, unincorporated association. The Association promotes the education of members and the public as to the caring for, breeding and raising of llamas and other camelids. The Association is committed to supporting, promoting and developing CAL-ILA Youth llama activities. The Association supports and promotes camelid research. The Association may meet these objectives through cooperative efforts with other associations, organizations and/or groups. www.cal-ila.org
	LANA was founded during the spring of 1981 by a group of llama owners and breeders interested in the exchange of information, expanding the existing markets by educating the public, national group advertising, and just having fun with their llamas! Member- suggested programs are implemented by the Board of Directors elected from the membership at large. All Board members are open to the membership. Input from the membership is encouraged. LANA (Lama Association of North America) is a national organization with lots of activities in the Northern California Area. LANA and CAL-ILA work together on many projects. www.llamainfo.org
	ALSA (Alpaca & Llama Show Association) If you are going to show your llamas this is the governing organization. www.alsashow.org
	ILR (International Llama Registry) Registered llamas insure quality bloodlines and healthy animals. (406) 755-3438 www.lamaregistry.com
	The Pack Llama Trial Association is the Pack Llama's Organization and certification body. For more information contact them at: P.O. Box 25, Meridian, Idaho 83680-0025 ccllamas@micron.net www.packllama.org
	We are a member of the California Farm Bureau. The Farm Bureau is California's largest farm organization with more than 95,000 member families in 53 county Farm Bureaus. It is a voluntary, nongovernmental, nonpartisan organization of farm and ranch families seeking solutions to the problems that affect their lives, both socially and economically. www.cfbf.com
	The United States Animal Health Association (USAHA), a national non-profit organization, has about 1,400 members and works with state and federal animal health officials, veterinarians, livestock producers, national livestock and poultry organizations, research scientists, the extension service and seven foreign countries to control livestock diseases in the United States. The Association serves as an advisor to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. USAHA represents all 50 states, 7 foreign countries and 18 allied groups serving health, technical and consumer markets. The Association has 33 working committees concerned about all diseases affecting major domestic livestock. www.usaha.org
	Napa Valley Veterinary Hospital (707) 244-8604 - Our veterinarian, other vet resources are listed below.

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Llama Marketing Groups

Llama Lifestyle Marketing Association has a lot of information about buying llamas.

Celebrity Sales is an auction and event planning company, specializing in the promotion and sale, of llamas, alpacas, and other unusual animals. Tim Vincent and Tom Simmons started the business in 1988, after they met while both were shopping at the same llama farm. Celebritysales.com also provides information on industry news, upcoming events, past show and sale results, and forms for future events.

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Llama Ranches

Rainbow Ridge Llama Ranch	Nina and Kate raise wonderful llamas one hour north of San Francisco, in the west Petaluma countryside on the RAINBOW RIDGE LLAMA RANCH. They have a kaleidoscope of high quality North American and South American llamas, light to heavy wool, pets, packers, show quality and grand champion llamas. At Rainbow Ridge, their llamas are their family and are treated with the utmost respect and provided with only the best of care.
	Located at the base of northeast Oregon's Wallowa Mountains, Hurricane Creek Llamas ranch is home to a herd of over thirty llamas. Here the breeding focus is on producing vigorous, athletic and personable llamas suited to packing. Many of the ranch's llamas spend summers on the trail working for Hurricane Creek Llamas' commercial llama trekking company. Since 1984 Stanlynn has enjoyed living and working with these unique creatures and she welcomes the opportunity to share her experience with others. On her site you'll find a bit of information and additional resources on llama care, some hints on packing with llamas, details on how you can enjoy a wilderness llama trekking vacation, and information on a selection of llamas for sale. Visit Stanlynn's site at http://www.hurricanecreekllamas.com
	For the Eastern United States, here is a llama ranch located in the beautiful mountains of Northeast Georgia about 8 miles east of Hiawassee. They raise and breed llamas and their herd usually numbers between 40 and 50 head. They have been raising these wonderful animals for over 13 years and enjoy sharing them with other people. No matter where Don & Jeanne go, their llamas always seem to draw a crowd. Crystal River Ranch, Don & Jeanne Holliston, 7316 Highway 76 E, Hiawassee, GA 30546 706-896-5005 http://www.crystalriver-ranch.com/ llamafarm@alltel.net

	Let us know if you would like your ranch listed here...

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