Welcome to the farm!
Here at Mt. Capra, we’ve been transforming goat milk into potent nutritional foods for nearly a century.
Our family-owned, sustainably-managed goat dairy located in the Pacific Northwest has been in existence since 1928. Beginning with the Eggers family in the 1920's, the Stout family assumed the reigns to the farm and business in the mid-1980s. Our farm currently supports three generations who are living and working together to steward the animals, the soil, and the people who make the magic of goat milk happen.
We are proud of every drop of milk we produce which is transported 9 miles down the road to our own processing facility where you will find both traditional and state-of-the-art technology used to make the goat milk foods you know and love.
A Legacy of Wellness Nearly 100 Years in the Making
1928
Briar Hills Dairy Begins
Father and son Melvin and Peter Eggers began producing raw goat milk cheese on their small dairy farm and processing plant in Chehalis WA, laying the foundation for what would become Mt. Capra.
1930's
WHEX transforms lives
Long before the advent of the modern health industry, Melvin Eggers developed "WHEX" (WHey EXtract), an extract of goat milk whey rich in minerals and electrolytes that would go on to transform the lives of thousands. This product is still in production nearly 100 years later.
1985
A New Era
A young farmer named Frank Stout took over the farm and processing plant carrying on the tradition of producing raw goat milk cheese and WHEX. These superfoods were sold at Seattle's famous Pike Place Market. Briar Hills Dairy became Mt. Capra. (Capra is the latin word for goat)
2012
A New Father & Son Team
Frank Stout returned to school to pursue a degree in Naturopathic Medicine (ND) from Bastyr University while his son Joe Stout began his tenure as President. Joe, who holds multiple degrees in human nutrition, food science, and permaculture, transformed the operation of the farm and processing plant.
2025
A Family Tradition
The Stout family continues to grow with 3 generations currently living on the farm. Frank and Ann Stout, Joe and Elizabeth Stout, and their 10 children ages 16 months to 16 years. The entire family sees one another daily during farm chores as the work of every farmer is never truly done.
Our Team
FRANK STOUT, ND
CEO
A farmer at heart, Dr. Frank Stout took hold of the reigns of the farm and company in 1985 from the previous Father/Son team who had been running it since 1928. For more than thirty years, he has continued with passion the tradition of producing the finest goat milk products in the world. Frank is a Naturopathic doctor and applies his vast array of education, knowledge, and experience to the Mt. Capra experience. Frank and his wife Ann of nearly 50 years live on the farm with three generations producing the finest goat milk products anywhere in the world.
JOE STOUT, M.S.
President
Joe received a Master’s of Science in Clinical Human Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport and a Bachelor’s of Science in Human Nutrition and Food Science from Washington State University. Along with running the farm, He has engaged in graduate studies of Sustainable Food Systems at Green Mountain College and is certified in Permaculture Design. Joe and his wonderful bride Elizabeth have been married for 10 years and have been blessed with 6 beautiful children.
SEAN SELLERS
Production Manager
Sean carries forth the management of our production facility. He joined the Mt. Capra team in 1997 and pastors his local church. Sean is married with four wonderful children.
SHANDA COMBS, FNTP
Director: Online Experience
Shanda is a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and an advocate for nutrient-dense, healthy food. She believes that what you eat determines how you feel. As a foodie, Shanda loves to be creative in the kitchen with new recipes when she has the time. She is passionate about nutrition, teaching, and helping others.
Kimie Beeching
Customer Service
Kimie loves concerts, ocean beaches, being a “Nana,” riding her Vespa and making memories with family. She is passionate about spreading love, truth and justice into the world through relationships, music, prayer and by example.
Becca Dalrymple
Fit Pro & Marketing
Prior to joining the Mt. Capra team, Becca was a fitness trainer in Los Angeles. She loves living in the PNW and trains at the local Crossfit gym in an effort to get better at getting older.
