About Us

A welcoming space for camelid enthusiasts

The Columbia River Camelid Association, CRCA (“Circa”), was founded on the love of the animals; the desire to work with other camelid enthusiasts; and to help others in the local area and the greater industry. Our mission is to to be an inclusive association of camelid enthusiasts, focused on love of animals, education, and socializing and networking. This association is open to all camelid enthusiasts (whether you own them or not) from anywhere, but will be primarily based in SW Washington/NW Oregon.

Camelids, for those who are curious, is the greater family name that includes camels, llamas, alpacas, vicunas, and guanacos. This association is open to those who love them and those who are fortunate enough to share their lives with them. There is no requirement or expectation to own any animals in order to participate in this association, but we are certainly happy to help you find the right animals for you if that is your goal.

We have many ideas for group activities for all ages and abilities which we hope to implement as soon as possible.

The People behind the scenes

Meet the Board

A collective of llama enthusiasts, committed to bringing fun, education, and networking opportunities to the camelid community in the Pacific Northwest.

Connie Tenhundfeld

Board President

Amboy, WA

Connie has served on the Clark County Fair Board for 8 years now representing llamas and alpacas. She likes traveling to different llama shows and networking with the community. Connie says, “If there is a camelid event I could attend, count me in!” She also has a large family and enjoys spending time and making fun memories with them. One of Connie’s favorite activities include happy hour with her friends in the llama field.

Trent Getz

Vice President

Battle Ground, WA

Trent has been involved in llamas since 2008. Initially started out supporting my children with llama 4-H. To becoming a 4-H leader. Additionally had a llama that was a therapy animal. Enjoys participating in llama shows. Has taken on many rescue and or elderly llama’s for palatine care. Met my lovely wife through llamas. Really likes helping other people on their farms and with their animals.

Danielle Getz

Board Secretary/Treasurer
Battle Ground, WA

Danielle’s journey with camelids started in 4-H when she was 13 years old. She further served as a 4-H leader for 10+ years and is the superintendent of the Clark County Fair open class llama/alpaca show. Danielle considers herself a bookworm and thrives on learning and growing!

Kohl Yankovsky

Marketing & Social Media Coordinator

Spokane, WA

At 8 years old, Kohl started showing llamas in 4-H and he continues to be passionate about being involved in the llama industry. Over the years, Kohl started his own breeding program, became a recognized judge, and performs annual shearing + herd health services for llama farms in the PNW. Further, he enjoys participating in parades, hiking, and attending community events with these incredible animals. Kohl is always eager to share knowledge and connect with fellow camelid enthusiast. If not at a llama function, you can find Kohl at music festivals, camping, floating the river, traveling abroad, or simply just having FUN!

Brooke Socha

Youth Representative

Vancouver, WA

Brooke has been showing llamas since the moment they could walk. Their favorite part about owning camelids is meeting other friends in the community. Brooke also is an avid reader and enjoys the Harry Potter series.

Jaime Bussell

New-to-Camelids Representative

La Center, WA

Jaime is a relative newcomer to the world of camelids. She started her herd with 2 pet goats and wanted a llama as a guardian animal. Her llama unexpectedly came with an alpaca companion, and she is now training two crias to start showing and packing.

Becky Cleveland 

Board Member

Tacoma, WA

Becky enjoys all facets of camelids! Showing, hiking/packing, breeding, and community outreach. She especially loves to bring her llamas to local community centers. Becky cherishes all of the wonderful bonds and friendships made from the llama community. Outside of camelids, Becky enjoys skiing and country western dancing with her friends! She has also traveled all over the world during her career as a flight attendant. Becky truly values all of the different cultures and backgrounds she has experienced as a world traveler.

Bonnie Doble

Board Member

Longview, WA

Profile coming soon!