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 many membership and benefits opportunities Calpaca offers.
WHAT'S HAPPENING IN 2025?
SHOWS
SAVE THE DATE April 4-6, 2025 - Wild West Alpaca Show & Golden West Alpaca Expo. CALPACA Proudly presents a double show weekend. Two Halter Shows and one Walking Fleece Show all located within the Cal Expo Pavillion. Halter judges will be Wade Gease and Ken Hibbits, walking fleece judge will be Franke Berman. California Exposition Center, 1600 Exposition Boulevard, Sacramento, CA.
EDUCATION EVENTS
MEETINGS
February General Calpaca Member Meeting On February 22nd, 2025
OGDEN ALPACA FARM
- 7521 Mountain Ave, Orangevale, Ca 95662
- 951-660-6215
- [email protected]
- All members welcome and or non-members interested in alpacas. Ogden Alpacas has a thriving agritourism business where she welcomes groups of guests to experience her alpacas and her farm. She also has a farm store with her products and partnership products. The meeting starts at 10:00 am, followed by lunch. Host lunch will be a yummy potatoe bar. Bring your own beverages. Appetizer and desserts are potluck and will be much appreciated. The educational program starts at 1:00 pm and the topic is TBA at a later time. See you all there.
January - Monthly Calpaca Board meeting
A Message From The 2024 Board of Directors
The United Nations has declared the year 2024, "The Year of the Camelid". With this designation, it should inspire all of us alpaca owners, breeders and enthusiasts to do our best in educating the public on alpacas.
Your Board of Directors has taken on this challenge by forming several committees to expand our ability in providing education, not just for Calpaca members, but the public as well. They consist of the following Committees: Membership, Fundraising, Youth, Shows, Fiber and Education. Initiating these specific committees will allow CALPACA to fulfill its mission and reach our goals.
The Board of Directors has decided to fully support the passage of Senate Bill SB1749. The CALPACA BOD has communicated to Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil's office of that support. Senate Bill SB1749 is known as the "California Agritourism Promotion Act". If SB1749 passes, civil liability for those involved in Agritourism should be reduced significantly, if not eliminated altogether. Please read this important bill, call your local legislator and get the word out to others you know who are involved in Agritourism.
We, the 2024 CALPACA Board of Directors, are proud of our organization and its members. We wish all of you a bright and prosperous 2024.
Your 2024 Calpaca Board of Directors