Tuesday, January 13, 2015
The definition of organized is this, "arranged in a systematic way, especially on a large scale". I can think of a lot of things that are organized but wrapping my head around an organized fleece is a little different.....until I saw this graphic.
Take a look at the difference and then think about the positive impact that an organized fleece has. The biggest thing we are looking for in is fleece -- the more fine fleece, the better. More = more and yield = money! When you have an organized one read more...
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Sunday, January 11, 2015
AAWW proudly presents Jude Anderson & Al Cousil of Pucara Interational for a riveting, educational and entertaining weekend! The Alpaca Association of Western Washington hosted the annual education event by having two industry experts present over the weekend on a variety of topics.
Topics included the aspects of alpaca fleece, embryo transfer 101, showing, marketing tips and tricks. We certainly had good attendance as everyone was sitting on the edge of their chair soaking it all in.
Expe read more...
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Wednesday, January 7, 2015
Lot 48 – Priority Auction January 24, 2015
Discriminating breeders - LOOKIE HERE........Carmella is a beautiful young maiden with a pedigree from the who's who of Patagonia's VERY BEST! Black or grey color breeders pay attention....she's out of two blacks. Her dame is La Prestige, a Neruda daughter. She is following in the footsteps of her mother who garnered many wins in the show ring – she was a 2x champion with three 1st's & three 2nd's in large shows. If Lennox, Neruda, Kaspa or Nishio is read more...
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Tuesday, January 6, 2015
Lucky lot number 2 – we are excited to present two beautiful alpacas – Patagonia’s Cholena and Liberty’a Allegiance for your consideration at the Priority Auction in Las Vegas this month!
Cholena, a dam that has phenomenal bloodlines from the highly successful breeding program of Alpacas de la Patagonia.
Dark or grey breeders pay attention here.....Patagonia's Cholena is a beautiful dark brown girl out of Patagonia's Malbec and Patagonia's Natalya. She has placed in the top of her class in read more...
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Saturday, December 27, 2014
We are headed to Vegas for the Priority Alpaca Auction – held January 23 & 24, 2015 at the fantastic South Point Casino!
This will be our third year attending, but second year to submit alpacas in the auction! We purchased two nice girls on our first visit – and it doesn’t get any more fun to be in a beautiful place with all your friends (or friends you haven’t met yet)! Jeff will be hitting the blackjack tables as often as possible!
This year, we are taking two very nice Patagonia girls – read more...
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Tuesday, December 23, 2014
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Friday, December 19, 2014
Unless you include alpacas......there are days that I reflect upon the changes in our lives since 2007 when we started raising alpacas. What utter and complete changes have come - all positive ones. All aspects of our lives have changed -- it's sure really interesting to think about a life WITHOUT them.
The people we have met, the things we have learned, our personal growth and the endeavor to start something that is a passion......what a difference in our day to day routine, alpacas touch s read more...
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Wednesday, December 17, 2014
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Monday, December 15, 2014
"Dear Jeff and Lorrie, I've recently returned from the windiest and sometimes coldest place I've ever known - Patagonia. My daughter sent me a gift of your socks just before my trip. I wore that one pair of socks for 7 days straight - no laundering - and nobody complained! - during all the daily hiking and horseback riding excursions (even in the rain). Now I'd like to order some as Christmas gifts. Donna Lindgren"
We sure appreciate testimonials when it comes to our socks -- but this one was read more...
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Friday, December 12, 2014
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