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The Tools Behind Alpaca Shearing

The Tools Behind Alpaca Shearing

Shearing season begins tomorrow at the ranch, and this week we have been sharpening combs and cutters for the shearing equipment. Learn how these tools work together to safely remove...

The Tools Behind Alpaca Shearing

Shearing season begins tomorrow at the ranch, and this week we have been sharpening combs and cutters for the shearing equipment. Learn how these tools work together to safely remove...

Combs, Cutters, and the Start of Shearing Weekend

Combs, Cutters, and the Start of Shearing Weekend

Shearing season is almost here at the ranch! This week I’ve been sharpening combs and cutters, preparing the equipment for Saturday when we begin shearing the males. Learn what combs...

Combs, Cutters, and the Start of Shearing Weekend

Shearing season is almost here at the ranch! This week I’ve been sharpening combs and cutters, preparing the equipment for Saturday when we begin shearing the males. Learn what combs...

Sunshine, Grass, and the Start of Shearing Season

Sunshine, Grass, and the Start of Shearing Season

The snow has melted, the alpacas are back to grazing, and shearing season is just around the corner here in Montana.

Sunshine, Grass, and the Start of Shearing Season

The snow has melted, the alpacas are back to grazing, and shearing season is just around the corner here in Montana.

Five Inches of Snow and a Field Full of Fluff

Five Inches of Snow and a Field Full of Fluff

Montana spring has a sense of humor. One minute the pastures are greening up, and the next we have five fresh inches of snow turning the alpacas into walking snow-globes.

Five Inches of Snow and a Field Full of Fluff

Montana spring has a sense of humor. One minute the pastures are greening up, and the next we have five fresh inches of snow turning the alpacas into walking snow-globes.

Greener Fields, Snowy Surprises, and Shearing Season Ahead

Greener Fields, Snowy Surprises, and Shearing S...

Late April in Montana always keeps us guessing. The fields are turning green, the alpacas are happily grazing fresh grass, and warm days are giving way to chilly nights and...

Greener Fields, Snowy Surprises, and Shearing S...

Late April in Montana always keeps us guessing. The fields are turning green, the alpacas are happily grazing fresh grass, and warm days are giving way to chilly nights and...

The Quiet Choreography of the Spring Herd

The Quiet Choreography of the Spring Herd

Spring changes the shape of the herd. Instead of one tight winter cluster, the alpacas form little grazing groups that split, merge, and move together across the ranch in a...

The Quiet Choreography of the Spring Herd

Spring changes the shape of the herd. Instead of one tight winter cluster, the alpacas form little grazing groups that split, merge, and move together across the ranch in a...