The purpose of Farm Spotlight Series is to share information about various livestock farms throughout the U.S. and Canada (and overseas eventually). These are usually farms that are also on LivestockCity, so you can search for them there. This is actually our very first Farm Spotlight — we hope you enjoy learning about Clover Brooke Farm.
About 90 minutes north of bustling New York City, in Hyde Park, NY, you will find Clover Brooke Farm. Located in historic Hudson Valley, the farm dates back to 1850 and is situated on 45 bucolic acres consisting of rolling hills and pastures. The owner of Clover Brooke Farm is Andrea Parent-Tibbetts, who was once a school administrator for 30 years prior to switching to farming. For the past 15 years Andrea has been raising llamas, alpacas, sheep, goats, and donkeys, creating a sustainable farm. The farm is currently home to 30 llamas/alpacas, 33 shetland sheep, and 25 Pygora Goats producing a combination of approximately 350 pounds of fiber annually.
The farm is very open to tourism and visitors are welcome to visit. Some of the things you can do are go on llama/alpaca hikes or goat/donkey walks on the farm’s trails. The farm also hosts birthday parties and wedding/engagement photo shoots — you can even have llamas at your wedding! Families and schools are welcome to visit, as well as corporate outings, and there’s even a summer camp. There are classes you can also take (information available on their website). You can take classes such as “Gnome Workshop”, “Brew Beer at the Farm”, “Soap Making”, and many other classes. There are two Airbnb properties on the farm as well, so visitors can stay over night if the rentals are available.
You can have llamas or alpacas be a part of your wedding!
Andrea had this to say about the farm:
“At Clover Brooke Farm, education is at the heart of everything we do. Whether it’s through our hands-on workshops, guided farm tours, or unique animal experiences, we strive to connect visitors to the land, the animals, and the sustainable practices that define our farm. We believe in fostering a deeper understanding of agriculture, fiber arts, and environmental stewardship. Each visit offers a chance to learn about the origins of natural fibers, the importance of sustainable farming, and the incredible bond between humans and animals. From dyeing alpaca and Shetland wool with plants grown on the farm to learning how llamas and goats contribute to land management, every activity is designed to engage, educate, and inspire. For us, the greatest reward is seeing visitors—young and old—light up as they discover something new, whether it’s the soft feel of alpaca fiber, the joy of spinning wool, or the connection to nature that comes from walking with a llama or donkey. We aim to make every visit memorable, meaningful, and educational. Our goal is simple: to inspire curiosity and creativity while fostering a greater appreciation for sustainable living and the natural world. We’re proud to be a farm where learning is an adventure and every moment is an opportunity to grow. Find us on Facebook, follow us on Instagram and watch us on Tiktok. The safety of our visitors and employees priority and have implemented measures to ensure the safety of everyone.”
Take a walk amongst the animals at the farm.
Andrea is passionate about farming and will help others that also want to have their own farms. She has the following advice for newcomers:
“Start small….stage your growth. Look for collaborations with like minded businesses to share events with (while learning). Slower growth allows for quality and mindful moves while recognizing revenue/expenses. ”
Enjoy a day or two at the farm!
For more information about the farm or planning a visit , go to Clover Brooke’s website www.cloverbrookefarm.com or find them on Facebook, TikTok, etc.
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