Fleece colors
Tuesday, June 6, 2023 Alpacas fleece comes in 22 colors according to the alpaca registry and even more if you are into the subtleties. Fawns, browns and greys have the most varieties and I think we have at least one … Continued
Getting ready
Monday, June 5, 2023 Fleece bags ✔️ Noodling bags ✔️ Labels for fleeces 1 and 2 ✔️ Barn swept and clean ✔️ . Fencing is started but it’s too early to restrict alpaca movement yet, and I’m working on a … Continued
Complain about the rain or enjoy the rainbows
Sunday, June 4, 2023 Some of the outside chores have to be postponed because of the rain, but the rainbows make it OK. Unfortunately the pasture vacuum (AKA poop sucker) only works on dry pastures so I’m definitely getting behind … Continued
Quiet lawnmowers
Friday, June 2, 2023 When we had our house built back in 2006 we of course had a mess of construction dirt and debris all around us. When we cleaned it all up, we decided to plant it all in … Continued
We love June
Thursday, June 1, 2023 Welcome June! The prettiest month of the year according to Blue Moon staff. (yours truly and Farmer Ed) Our apple trees have blossoms, the alpacas are almost finished growing fleeces for the year and the pastures … Continued
The Freeloaders?
Tuesday, May 30, 2023 The holiday was spent finishing up barn projects and enjoying some beautiful weather. Our house dogs are so happy when we stay home. 😊 The guardian dogs love us too but they have a job to … Continued
Memorial Day
Monday May 29, 2023 Today is Memorial Day. This weekend is the unofficial beginning of the summer season. But as you know, the real reason for Memorial Day, is to honor those in the military who have sacrificed their lives … Continued
Gate is open!
Saturday, May 27, 2023 I’m getting the yarn barn ready for our tour group today and hoping the rain holds off until evening. At the moment there’s not a cloud in the sky but in the mountains that changes quickly. … Continued
Alpacas and rain
Friday, May 26, 2023 I guess it’s the start of the holiday weekend and I’m wondering if these daily rains will stop long enough for people to get out and enjoy their activities. We have a big tour scheduled for … Continued
We need haircuts ✂
Thursday, May 25, 2023 Our shearing date is still “tentative” for June 10, but I’m feeling more hopeful each day that it will stick. Toenails and top knots are begging for attention and I’d really rather leave it to the … Continued
Storm clouds and yellow flowers
Wednesday, May 24, 2023 Afternoon rain showers have been keeping things so green here! And the dandelions are blooming everywhere. Food for the bees, food for the alpacas and they even improve the soil. Do you know how wonderful dandelions … Continued