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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
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
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 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
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...
Why Spring Makes Shearing Easier
Spring warmth does more than melt snow and green up the fields. It also changes the alpacas’ fleece, making shearing season easier to anticipate — and possibly earlier than usual...
Why Spring Makes Shearing Easier
Spring warmth does more than melt snow and green up the fields. It also changes the alpacas’ fleece, making shearing season easier to anticipate — and possibly earlier than usual...