During our time in Derry, we had the opportunity to visit North Coast Alpacas, a wonderful, family owned and operated alpaca and dairy farm. We were able to meet, feed, handle, and even go on a trail walk with the multiple alpacas! The owner and farmer of the property gave us a lot of useful information about alpacas and their nutrition, environment, and overall well-being. Everyone was incredibly kind to us. He is a fifth generation farmer and it was so neat to see how important farming and these animals are important to Ireland and the people who live there.

We had the pleasure of being able to stop at Giant’s Causeway and Carrick-a-rede Bridge on our way to Belfast. The pictures of both places don’t even begin to do them justice. It was the most stunning places I have ever seen in my life. The workers at both locations shared a bit of background information about the history and creation of each place and how they’re maintained today. Truly a bucket list, must see place to visit and I’m still in shock I got to be there!

– Rebecca, SPC Ireland (Vet Tech) Study Abroad Program, March 2026