City Of Lakes Alpacas

City Of Lakes Alpacas raises alpacas in LaPorte, IN, in northwestern Indiana near South Bend. Owner Jim Edwards has years of experience with alpaca genetics and follows national association guidelines, including routine veterinary exams and annual fiber sampling. The herd is registered and evaluated each season for fleece characteristics to ensure consistent quality.

Animals graze on rotational pastures and spend nights in a spacious barn with individual feeding stations. Gentle early handling supports calm temperaments and smooth social integration. The farm applies sustainable practices such as manure composting, water conservation and pasture rotation, enriching soil health and grass diversity. Several fleeces have received merit ribbons at county agricultural fairs, and fiber samples are processed locally and shared with handspinners to showcase natural colors and textures. Sheltered paddocks and insulated barns keep the herd comfortable through seasonal changes and winter chill.