About Us

Our History

Shale Spring Meats is a family-owned and operated butcher shop located in Lyons, New York, serving the communities of Rochester, Buffalo, and Syracuse. Established in 2002 by Cleason Horst, our shop has been a vital part of the community, providing quality meats and personalized service for over two decades.

In 1991, Cleason Horst made the journey from Lebanon County PA to Upstate New York, where he began his farming venture. Following in his father's footsteps, Cleason started by raising pigs and finishing beef cattle.

As his farm expanded, Cleason wanted a way to share his farm-fresh meats with the local community while providing custom butchering services. Following his dream, a small shop was built in 2002, marking the humble beginnings of Shale Spring Meats.

Over the years, as Cleason and his wife Brenda raised their twelve children, the butcher shop became a central focus of their family's life.

In 2019, Shale Spring Meats was formally established as an LLC, separating the butchering operations from the family farm.

In 2021, Cleason's son Walter joined the business, bringing with him a continued commitment to providing locally sourced, farm-fresh meats.

Today, under Walter's leadership and with the support of our dedicated staff, Shale Spring Meats remains dedicated to delivering high-quality products and exceptional service to our customers.