Taking the long view with alpacas
In this episode, we recognise the need to take a long view of almost everything to do with alpacas. We need to think in seasons and years rather than weeks and months.
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My priorities in the cold weather – feeding and mucking out
In this episode, I muse on keeping the alpacas fed and watered and keeping me warm via mucking out.
What is your road map for your alpaca adventure?
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, we consider a road map for keeping alpacas. Wet days sometimes bring out melancholy – or is that just feeling sorry for myself? I got a bit wet – no I don’t need a coat – but I did. Thankfully in a moment of sheer … Read more
A walk on the wet side
Wild wet weather continues with two named storms in as many weeks. We have not had as much damage as some with the wet ground being our biggest challenge. Walking slow and taking small steps helps keep you upright – maybe that is a metaphor for our lives with alpacas! Thanks to those who have … Read more
The calm before and after the storm
Alpacas quite enjoy the wind but storms get a bit tricky and they like to go find a quieter part of the valley to shelter in until it goes back to normal. I guess we can all relate to that.
Decision making and procrastination with your alpacas
We do fewer things than we decide to do. Knowing what we are waiting for will help get us going. Our alpacas deserve it. The life of an alpaca is fairly straightforward and determined by what seems best to them at the moment. Better grass, more comfort, moving away from an owner intent on looking … Read more
Five reasons for keeping alpacas
Into Autumn in the UK you start to ask yourself, why are we keeping alpacas? I can think of lots of reasons – here are five.
Alpaca Success 41
If it feels like a fight and a struggle every day with your alpacas, there may be a different way. A different way of thinking, being and doing to bring you alpaca success.
Episode 34 – Planning a Farm Open Day
Running a Farm Open Day can be a great opportunity to share your alpacas with a wider audience. There are plenty of things to plan and prepare. Here Steve shares some of his thoughts on what to think about.