Hardy’s Reindeer Ranch welcomes 2 new reindeer from Alaska

For 30 years, the ranch has bred and raised its own herd.
Hardy's Reindeer Ranch welcomes Dasher and Frosty.
Hardy's Reindeer Ranch welcomes Dasher and Frosty.(Hardy's Reindeer Ranch)
Published: Nov. 11, 2026 at 12:39 PM CST|Updated: 3 hours ago

RANTOUL, Ill. (WAND) – Hardy’s Reindeer Ranch welcomed two new reindeer from Alaska.

Dasher and Frosty arrived from Anchorage, Alaska, by FedEx Air.

The ranch began with a small herd of reindeer from Alaska and has grown since. For 30 years, the ranch has bred and raised its own herd.