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By Kim Knox Beckius, About.com Guide since 1998

Picture of Alpacas at Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm Massachusetts Created: Thursday, May 24, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 24, 2012
At Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm in Massachusetts, you can shop for alpaca wear made in Massachusetts and even meet the alpacas that provided the fiber. It's a singular shopping experience.
Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm - Sleep with Alpacas at Unique Massachusetts B&B Created: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 24, 2012
Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm is a unique Massachusetts B&B, plus an alpaca store, where you'll find made in New England gifts. On this photo tour, see the three B&B guest rooms and the adorable alpaca...
Alpaca Kiss Created: Thursday, May 24, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 24, 2012
Sure, Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm appeals to animal-loving kids and knitters in search of fine, handcrafted yarns, but even my husband couldn't resist the adorableness of these sweet and social alpac...
Alpaca Farmer Teresa Emmrich Photo - Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm Massachusetts Created: Thursday, May 24, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 24, 2012
Alpaca farmer Teresa Emmrich and Franklin, a young alpaca, at Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm in Massachusetts. Emmrich and co-owner Gary Orcutt breed, raise, sell, show and create alpaca goods from thei...
Guest Room at Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm B&B Petersham Massachusetts Created: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 24, 2012
Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm B&B in Petersham, Massachusetts, has three rooms for overnight guests, as you'll see in these photos.
Country Roads Christmas - A Holiday Shopping Tour in North Central Massachusetts Created: Wednesday, November 16, 2011 Updated: Thursday, May 24, 2012
Country Roads Christmas, a holiday shopping tour in North Central Massachusetts, helps visitors rediscover the joy of searching for gifts as they visit distinctive shops, meet artists, discover mad...
Alpaca Hat Made in Massachusetts Created: Thursday, May 24, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 24, 2012
Alpaca hat made in Massachusetts by Teresa Emmrich, owner of Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm in Petersham, Massachusetts. Find these warm, cute one-of-a-kind designs at the farm's alpaca store.
Alpaca Apparel Yarn and Gifts at Massachusetts Alpaca Farm Created: Thursday, May 24, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 24, 2012
Alpaca fiber is hypoallergenic, durable and warmer than wool. Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm sells alpaca apparel, gifts and Teresa Emmrich's hand-painted and hand-dyed alpaca yarn. Tags identify the al...
Alpaca Store Massachusetts Created: Thursday, May 24, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 24, 2012
The alpaca store at Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm in Petersham, Massachusetts, is open to the public Wednesday through Sunday. The entrance is festooned with ribbons won at shows by the farm's alpacas....
Bed & Breakfast Petersham Massachusetts - Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm B&B Room Photo Created: Thursday, May 24, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 24, 2012
Bed & Breakfast in Petersham, Massachusetts. Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm B&B has three rooms, each with a private bath. It is a no-smoking inn, and pets are not allowed. See rooms on this photo tour.
Family Friendly Bed & Breakfast Massachusetts - Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm B&B Created: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Looking for a family-friendly bed & breakfast in Massachusetts? Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm B&B in the North Central part of Massachusetts can accommodate parents and children in adjoining rooms, and...
Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm B&B Created: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm B&B was built in 1742 as a private home. An addition was completed in 1895. Nearby, guests will find hiking at Harvard Forest and Quabbin Reservoir, curling at the club ac...
Historic Inn Petersham Massachusetts - Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm B&B Created: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
In the first floor common areas, you'll appreciate Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm B&B's post and beam construction, wide oak floors and original wood paneling. This historic inn in Petersham, Massachuse...
Hammonasset Beach State Park - Hammonasset is Connecticut's Biggest Beach Created: Monday, March 23, 2009 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
The white, sandy beach at Hammonnasset State Park in Madison is the place to head when it's hot and humid in Connecticut. Here is a quick guide to visiting Hammonasset Beach.
Alpaca Cria Created: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Cria photo. A baby alpaca is called a cria. Alpacas live to be about 25 years old.
Alpaca Personalities Created: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Each alpaca has its own personality. At Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm, the alpacas are named for Massachusetts towns and landmarks such as Plymouth Rock, Nantucket, Boston, Quabbin, Ipswich and Franklin.
Alpaca Colors - Facts About Alpacas Created: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
We learned facts about alpacas during our stay at Massachusetts' Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm including how many different alpaca colors there are.
Feeding Alpacas Created: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
My daughter had alpacas eating apples right out of her hand. At the time of our visit, Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm in North Central Massachusetts was home to 25 alpacas.
Alpaca Warning - How Much Does an Alpaca Cost? Created: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
If you decide you'd like to be in the alpaca farming business, Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm in Massachusetts sells the alpacas they breed. How much does an alpaca cost? You should know before you fall...
Alpaca Hug at Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm Created: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Bonding with alpacas at Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm in Massachusetts.
Alpaca Farm Picture - Warming Up to the Alpacas Created: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
My nine-year-old was a bit hesitant to approach the alpacas when she first ventured inside the gate at Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm.
Massachusetts Alpaca Farm is Fun for Kids Created: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Colonial Hill Alpaca Farm in Petersham, Massachusetts, is a fun escape for families with young kids.
Farmington River Tubing Created: Tuesday, May 19, 2009 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Farmington River Tubing in New Hartford, Connecticut. Tubing on the Farmington River is a great way to cool down on a hot summer day in the Hartford area. Here's your guide to Farmington River tubi...
New England Seasons - New England in Winter Spring Summer and Fall Created: Sunday, October 14, 2007 Updated: Tuesday, May 22, 2012
New England is a four-season destination. Here's your guide to New England in winter, spring, summer and fall.
Boston Baked Beans Recipes Created: Sunday, November 30, 2003 Updated: Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Boston Baked Beans recipes. Here are some wonderful recipes for a New England favorite, Boston Baked Beans, plus sources for ordering Boston Baked Beans online.
Kim's New England Deal Sheet - New England Travel and Shopping Discounts, Deals, Packages, Bargains, Free Stuff, Special Offers Created: Wednesday, November 01, 2006 Updated: Tuesday, May 22, 2012
New England travel discounts, offers, bargains, deals, packages, free stuff, insider tips, and secrets, from New England Guide Kim Knox Beckius.
Lake Compounce CT - New for 2012 at Lake Compounce Amusement Park Bristol Connecticut Created: Monday, December 01, 2003 Updated: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Lake Compounce CT. Lake Compounce in Bristol, Connecticut, is America's oldest amusement park and Connecticut's largest water park. New for 2012, you'll find the Riptide Racer water slide ride.
Lake Compounce Discount - Purchase Lake Compounce Tickets at a Discount Created: Wednesday, May 13, 2009 Updated: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Lake Compounce discount tickets. Here's how to save money by purchasing discount tickets to Lake Compounce amusement park in Bristol, Connecticut.
Zoomerang Roller Coaster at Lake Compounce Picture - Lake Compounce Photo Album Connecticut Created: Tuesday, May 11, 2010 Updated: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Zoomerang picture. Lake Compounce's looping steel roller coaster, Zoomerang, reaches speeds of up to 55 miles per hour.
Thomas Tew Rum - Visit Newport Distilling for a Taste of Thomas Tew Rum Created: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 Updated: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Thomas Tew Rum is the first rum made in Newport, Rhode Island, since 1842. Rum tasting tours offer Newport visitors the chance to sample this distinctive craft spirit.
Vermont Covered Bridges - One Drive Five Vermont Covered Bridges - Tour the Covered Bridges of Bennington County Vermont Created: Wednesday, May 11, 2005 Updated: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Vermont Covered Bridges driving tour. See five Vermont covered bridges on this driving tour of Bennington County Vermont. These photos of some of Vermont's best preserved covered bridges may inspir...
Lake Winnipesaukee Aerial Photo from Castle in the Clouds Created: Wednesday, May 19, 2010 Updated: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
The view Thomas Plant paid millions to own is yours for the price of admission ($16 in 2012) to Castle in the Clouds. As you gaze out over Lake Winnipesaukee from the Cafe, appreciate the fact that...

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