Alpaca Tribe
The Alpaca Podcast for all things alpaca. Alpaca Tribe is for anyone who feels a connection with alpacas. It is for existing owners, everyone interested in keeping alpacas, people working with alpaca fleece or providing alpaca services, or those who are just alpaca mad. With our guests, we will look at getting into keeping alpacas; making the most of the ones you have got (and enjoying it); ways to use the fleece, not just store it; opportunities to develop business activities relating to alpacas; and growing in your experience, wherever you are starting. Each week we will be talking to people like you and to breeders, vets, producers and professionals. The Alpaca Tribe Podcast is your place for wisdom, guidance and great stories about all things alpaca, from people who know because they have already done it. Join the tribe at alpacatribe.com
Episodes
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people!
Alpacas are such a delight to have in your life. I look at them and smile - and sometimes laugh. And then notice their eyes that look back. Hidden depths. I don't think I expected to be caught as much as I have been.
Spring advances and the alpacas are happy to have the larger birds - Canada Geese and Pheasants around in their midst, literally. More grass is welcome and sun for sun-bathing an...
Sheltering from a Spring shower reminds me of alpaca births here on the farm.
Feeding at both ends of the day, mending fences and watching the swallows. A good day. Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people!
Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoyed it.
If you would like to be in touch, please contact me by email - steve@alpacatribe.com - or leave me a voicemail from your browser.
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people!
I have talked about being more alpaca before (episode 97 back in November 2020) I wanted to revisit it and found four areas that struck me as important as the moment. I hope they might inspire you to be more alpaca in your 'normal life' too.
- Peaceful
- Protective
- Connected
- Readers
Sue Heatherington (my lovely wife) has just released two new podcasts. One is the reading of her book Qui...
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people!
In this episode, I share a lovely story about hats and her alpacas from a listener in France. Thanks for sharing with me and then letting me share it with everyone else.
Spring continues to arrive - delightful.
Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoyed it.
If you would like to be in touch, please contact me by email - steve@alpacatribe.com - or leave me a voicemail from your browser.
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people!
I have many hats and I wear most of them. The alpacas sometimes seem to take exception.
Of course, the metaphorical hats we wear connect to roles and responsibilities. Listen in as I talk hats and alpacas.
LINKS
Tilley Hats
Claire Whitehead – UKAlpacaVet
Marty McGee-Bennett – Camelidynamics
The Podcasting Workshop
Thanks for listening and I hope you ...
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people!
Alpaca shows can be a great place to learn what to notice, how to describe and what to give priority to. Lots to be seen and heard. Animals to be seen and lovely alpaca people to be met.
Often they are available online if you are not able to travel.
This is the link for the British Alpaca National show here in the UK.
Website: http://basnationalshow.co.uk/
YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.c...
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people!
In this episode, I offer you three things you can do to help you thrive. The good news is they will also help your alpacas.
- Find somewhere to sit.
- Be clear about what you want.
- Stay connected.
Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoyed it.
If you would like to be in touch, please contact me by email - steve@alpacatribe.com - or leave me a voicemail from your browser.
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people!
Geese joined the alpacas in their field just before feeding time, which got a little complicated. A cold but dry frosty morning made for a lovely time standing with my female alpacas while they had breakfast. Unfortunately, the sun had not arrived at the spot I was standing, so I got a little chilled – especially the hand holding the phone as I recorded this episode.
I would like to take the ...
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people!
You may have heard it said that alpacas are basically the same as sheep but with long legs and necks.
I know why people say that but I think they are wrong.
Listen in as I share some of the unique characteristics of these amazing animals.
Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoyed it.
If you would like to be in touch, please contact me by email - steve@alpacatribe.com - or leave me a voicemai...
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people!
There can be a strong driver towards growing your alpaca herd. But there is a comfortable limit which is determined by considering the amount of land you have, the amount of time you have and the amount of money you have.
Slow deliberate growth to a maximum limit that you have decided on in advance is a good way to set the foundations of your herd.
Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoyed ...
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people!
Sadly, this week, we lost our herd matriarch, Millie. She has been mentioned on the podcast many times and has been with us for 15 years. Seeing her twice a day for that length of time is a lot of alpaca interaction.
She had an amazing attitude and taught me a lot, including how to avoid being spat at. A clear leader of the herd, she will be missed, and the other girls are now going through t...
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people!
In this episode, I want to consider people's assumptions about alpacas. There may be some truth, but it is not the full story. It is also not a definitive list. Let me know if you think there are other assumptions people make about alpacas.
- Alpacas spit - true but you usually have to work hard at it and ignore the warning signs.
- Alpacas are slow - they may have perfected the alpaca-saunter...
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people!
In this episode, Steve continues his conversation with Rita Soares of Campo Verde Alpacas in Australia. They talk about their experience as small breeders in Australia and the UK with its contrasts and similarities.
They discuss the state of the alpaca industry in Australia. They talk about the growth and stability of the industry, the challenges faced by breeders, the impact of COVID-19 on a...
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people!
In this episode, I had the pleasure and delight of catching up with my friend Rita Soares from Campo Verde Alpacas in Australia. We compared seasons and considered the magic of cria watch and new birth. Join us.
Rita's Instagram feed @campoverdealpacas/
Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoyed it.
If you would like to be in touch, please contact me by email - steve@alpacatribe.com - or leave...
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people!
Good decisions are made when we balance head and heart. Not in equal measure but by taking both into account. Most of us favour one or the other, so reflect on how you tend to do this, before making big decisions like "should I keep alpacas?"
If you want to consider that question in more detail, check out Episode 189 "Things to think about before keeping alpacas"
Stay warm.
Thanks for listening...
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people!
Join me in the valley for a sit in the cold and some breakfast with the girls.
It might not be the best time of year in the UK for sitting outside. If you get some surprise winter sun do take advantage of it.
New Year encourages some philosophical reflection but sometimes unreality. What small things can we do today that will have longer-term benefits for you, your alpacas and the planet? Dec...
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people!
In this episode, we start the year with intention. With a plan of when we will do the alpaca things that need to be done this coming year.
What needs to be done and when? What will you do on March 17th? OK, so that is too detailed. What will you do in January is a better question. Plan by the month but recognise there is a need for flexibility. We will not let things slide, but we will pivot ...
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people!
Seasons have different sounds - here are some from the valley and house on Christmas day. Happy Holidays.
Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoyed it.
If you would like to be in touch, please contact me by email - steve@alpacatribe.com - or leave me a voicemail from your browser.
Alpaca Tribe is hosted and produced by Steve Heatherington of Good Podcasting Works, which is part of The Watersi...
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people!
In this episode, I reflect on fears and hopes and share my best wishes for the season.
The alpacas like to be around when I am up to something but I ended up surprising them with some overflowing water.
Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoyed it.
If you would like to be in touch, please contact me by email - steve@alpacatribe.com - or leave me a voicemail from your browser.
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people!
In this episode of The Alpaca Tribe, host Steve Heatherington reflects on the past year and discusses the growth and confidence he has gained over time in caring for alpacas. He shares anecdotes about his alpacas' behaviors and talks about interpreting their signs to ensure they are healthy and comfortable. Steve also delves into the challenges of managing unpredictable natural elements - li...
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