Summer "Do's"
A poem by Tilly Dorsey
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Dog Sledding in Minnesota
Cold is a relative term. What folks in Florida or Hawaii consider cold might be considered delightfully pleasant to an Alaskan. But most people will agree that MINUS 30 degrees F. (-34 degrees C.) is definitely cold -- really REALLY cold. When I signed up for a dog sledding trip in Minnesota in February 2003, I had not expected it to go to minus 30 degrees F, but it did!
This article is about my trip with Voyager Outward Bound.
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Extraordinary Journey
My son and I made an extraordinary journey to Peru to learn more about alpacas and to go into the region where they are raised and have been part of the culture for thousands of years. We wanted to learn about the history and the traditions of these wonderful animals from those who breed them, the compesinos.
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Sunday Morning
How do you spend your Sunday mornings?
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Cold Weather Tips
Many breeders have trudged through the snow on blustery winter mornings to find their barn full of abominable snow-pacas. The alpacas are covered with snow yet seem to be toasty warm. Of course! They are wearing soft, well-insulated, luxurious alpaca coats.
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What Do I Do withThis Suri
You have just finished shearing. Now, what to do with all that beautiful, silky, lustrous fleece.
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Investment Considerations for Alpaca Breeders
"Alpacas, the investment you can hug." A nice thought but can Alpacas really be considered an investment? The answer is YES!
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What Can you Do with Alpacas?
Read our article to find out how many things you can do with alpacas.
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Close Encounters -- A Planning Guide
Children and alpacas are a marvelous combination. The wonder of a child approaching a curious alpaca for the first time is a sight to warm the heart. These gentle animals are true teachers. They can lead children to open their imaginations, explore new facts and investigate new emotions. Owners and breeders can provide many opportunities for the two to come together, but there are a few guidelines to consider to insure that all will end as a happy experience for both the child and the alpaca.
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A Few Quick Tips to Beat the Heat
Summer is here with its long lazy days spent in relaxation and fun. But summer is also hot - sometimes the heat is unbearable, especially in regions where the humidity rises with the temperature. We want to make sure that the summer is as much fun for your alpacas as it is for you, so here are a few simple tips on helping your alpaca beat the heat and enjoy the summer.
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