A quick run through the shearing at a slow pace
We are done dusted, and the alpacas looked pretty polished, even if I say so myself.
shearing
It will be nice when we finish and the alpacas agree
I have adjusted the old saying to “shear alpacas while the sun shines”. We have started – listen in for an update.
A successful shearing
In this episode, we talk about finishing the shearing for the whole herd. So welcome! Learning as always – about the alpacas, individually and collectively. Learning about ourselves. Confidence and clarity. Preparation and mindset. It all works in together. What does success look like to you? Moving target, so take the small wins and let … Read more
Time for an alpaca haircut
Shearing time has arrived – weather is permitting so we get stuck in. Stiff and tired using muscles I only seem to use for shearing, so it takes a few days to get used to it by which time you have finished! They are looking smart and hopefully, those we have finished are appreciating the … Read more
More talking Australian alpacas – showing and shearing
Talking alpacas with alpaca people from around the world. Listen in for discussion with Rita of Campo Verde Alpacas – showing & shearing.
It is nice to know when you have finished something
Isn’t it nice to know when something is finished? Especially when it is shearing. Listen in as we talk shearing and how to approach it; what to do when things don’t go to plan and building for the future.
Shearing wash Up
When it rains – out or in? Alpacas vary too. Today they were outside. Almost finished shearing and then can wash up and put away until next year
Alpaca Shearing can be fun
It has been coming for a while but finally arrived this week – alpaca shearing.
Preparation makes the job easier and more enjoyable, though it is still a necessary, physical, dirty and smelly job – it is lucky we like the smell of alpacas!
Shearing on the Horizon
Thursdays are podcast day and April is shearing prep month. Learn from people and learn to listen to the right ones. Enjoy yourselves.
Californian Catch Up Alpaca Style 47
We first heard from Jeremiah Owen of Hiraeth Ranch, in Episode 12 of the podcast back in March 2019. Since then there have been some good learning opportunitties and a few surprises along the way.