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Joe Bates is a member of the Bad River Band, a Native American Tribe residing along Lake Superior in Wisconsin. He and his community have been embroiled in a long-standing legal and public relations battle against Enbridge, a Canadian energy company, to protect their ancestral lands. This struggle has been documented in "Bad River," a documentary film released in early 2024, which showcases Bates and his fellow activists within the band. Joe joins Jay to share his personal journey of activism, the profound influence of past generations of tribal and environmental activists on his own path, and the ongoing fight against Enbridge, which affects the future of water protection in America. To learn more about the Bad River Band, click here. Episode Chapters (00:00) - Intro (01:19) - Joe’s activist history (04:31) - The connection between the Bad River Band and their land (10:06) - How did Enbridge come to have pipes under native land against the Bad River Band’s wishes? (14:00) - The threat’s Enbridge’s Line 5 poses to the environment (18:10) - “You can’t put a price tag on what we have. What we have is priceless.” (19:23) - Joe and Jay discuss the documentary “Bad River” (22:58) - Thank you and goodbye For video episodes, watch on www.youtube.com/@therudermanfamilyfoundation Stay in touch: X: @JayRuderman | @RudermanFdn LinkedIn: Jay Ruderman | Ruderman Family Foundation Instagram: All About Change Podcast | Ruderman Family Foundation To learn more about the podcast, visit https://allaboutchangepodcast.com/…
Alpaca Tribe
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Sisällön tarjoaa Steve Heatherington. Steve Heatherington tai sen podcast-alustan kumppani lataa ja toimittaa kaiken podcast-sisällön, mukaan lukien jaksot, grafiikat ja podcast-kuvaukset. Jos uskot jonkun käyttävän tekijänoikeudella suojattua teostasi ilman lupaasi, voit seurata tässä https://fi.player.fm/legal kuvattua prosessia.
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 This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy
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Sisällön tarjoaa Steve Heatherington. Steve Heatherington tai sen podcast-alustan kumppani lataa ja toimittaa kaiken podcast-sisällön, mukaan lukien jaksot, grafiikat ja podcast-kuvaukset. Jos uskot jonkun käyttävän tekijänoikeudella suojattua teostasi ilman lupaasi, voit seurata tässä https://fi.player.fm/legal kuvattua prosessia.
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 This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy
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×Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! Like all of us, alpacas thrive on familarity and the expected plus variety now and again. What kind of variety could you bring to the mix for your alpacas. Listen in and let me share some thoughts. These include what they need as basics - food, water, shelter. But also stimulation and interest. They are naturally curious and delight in something new. Rita Soares of Campo Verde Alpacas in Australia used a collection of unusual objects in the alpaca field to see what they thought about them. Intersting results. Check out her Instagram feed for the answers and an idea for you to try out. Instagram reel with strange objects in the field 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! Sitting with the alpacas you can zone out but still be present. A delight to spend time with them and notice what is happening in the valley. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, Changing tack when sailing allows us to take advantage of the wind. How do you know when to tack? I share some thoughts about making decisions and factors that can influence it. There is also an update on happenings in the valley. Listen in, you are most welcome. Alpaca Feed We are now using the vitality alpaca mix from Waterhouse Feeds and are very pleased with it and at how much our alpacas seem to like it. Worth considering if you are in the UK. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, I make suggestions about using the low-ebb time of winter when the vegetation has died back, you can see the fences and the weeds and catch up on some maintenance. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, I reflect on how much of our life is outside of our control. This includes our alpacas for sure. Though there are some things that help. Lovely day in the valley, so I took the opportunity to sit outside with my alpacas. Hope you get a chance to do so too. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! And welcome to 2025. Intention is so important as we continue what we have been doing with our alpacas or plan to add in new things. Growing skills and confidence takes time and effort - and intention. Don't settle for more of the same - conserving what you have. Keep leaning into a forward trajectory as we plan and work our way through 2025. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! Happy New Year to you all. I have found my happy place to be with my alpacas. I hope it is yours too and you get a chance to spend some time with them. What will 2025 hold? More of the same? Different? How can we do better? No resolutions but a question to carry through the year. What will yours be? Peace and presence, Steve 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! Happy holidays to one and all. The gift of keeping alpacas is amazing and lasts all year. How can we give back? What can we get better at? How do we do it? Being intentional is a great place to start. Plan to build on what you are already good at, or things you need to improve or add into your repertoire. Next year could be a great step forward if we approach it with intention. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, I went in search of Normal and found it in Illinois! Alpacas here are mostly normal but we did have a visitor who left the gate open and the alpacas free to wander off down the road. No damage done. Have a listen to my musings and if you can, go spend some time with your own alpacas watching out for normal. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! Another storm - Darragh - hit the valley and made some impact. High winds, rain and a power cut. We lost some trees to the 80 mph winds but no serious damage to house or stable. Today was very quiet and I found myself on my own and feeling on my own - the valley was quiet and empty. Most of the time it doesn't feel quite so empty. I feel connected. It was a good reminder at this time of year to reconnect and strengthen the connections we have with our friends, family and environment. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! Alpacas are mysterious creatures. We get to know them but they still surprise us with their mysterious ways. 'Why do they do that?' becomes 'Why do they sometimes do that?'. I have three questions that might help: Is it me? Is it them? Is it something in the local environment? Megan spat in my ear again. She doesn't always but sometimes I get surprised. Winter continues to settle in and make itself at home. Listen in for a valley update. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! Update post-storm and what is happening with the alpacas in the valley. If you are celebrating a holiday around this time, do enjoy and share life with those you love. Of course for the alpacas, it is just another day! 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! We knew to expect some colder weather but thought we were on the edge of the weather alert area. Maybe not. It started cold and frosty but then came some snow. Now it was not that bad really - just a surprise. The first real cold weather of the season is always like that. Keep an eye on the water - checking for ice. And think about some extra food that will give quick energy to help the alpacas stay warm. Think about your own layers too. Video clip from the archives of alpacas in the snow https://vimeo.com/1031697533/5958f52021 This was how the alpacas greeted their first snow - a number of years ago now but still so memorable. The vertical take off is by Hermione (when she was younger. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, I sit in the sun and think alpacas, and swans, and herons and the rest. No one ready for breakfast when I first went down to feed them - no one at home. But they heard me and came ready for clearing the troughs. Cold mornings make for hungry alpacas. Birds about today on a beautiful, clear, bright, sunny, still day with low sun. Ravens have a lovely call. Watch what is going on in your place and your season. Spend some time with your alpacas if you can and breathe... 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! Feeding alpacas can be fun and sometimes challenging. Always a great opportunity to catch up with how your herd is doing and what is going on. Also, it can add to the positive experiences they have of you as a safe person to be around. Of course, sometimes there is more than you bargain for. I have been musing about what makes a good alpaca. Particularly relevant if you are thinking of adding alpacas to your life or your herd. One factor among many is how sociable they are. Will they get on with the others you will be introducing them to? Are they going to be easy to manage? Often you can't be sure until later and see how they grow. We gather the information we can. Ask the relevant questions and make the best decision we can. What would you look for in an alpaca? Let me know by dropping me a line. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, I share my delight on a dry, still autumn day. The colours, the sounds and the alpacas enjoying their pastures. Things to notice as always. Keep notes of the changes. Watch the body condition, particularly of older or weaker alpacas and boost the rations to keep them healthy. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In the calm between storms, my thoughts turn to tools and fences. Maintaining them during the downtime of fall and winter is a great way to invest in the future of your alpaca farm. This time of year has some lovely moments, so take advantage when you can, to get outside and spend time with your alpacas. A cup of your favourite beverage and something to sit on. Perfect. The girls love standing in the water. It is a bit of a spar moment for them. Here is Betsi 'cooling her heels'. Happy girls. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! We want to be confident, fulfilled owners of happy and healthy alpacas. The moving target of what is involved in achieving that continues to entice us to do better. Good food. Keeping them healthy. And spending time with them. Steps along the way. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! Things stay the same until they don't. Unexpectedly we had to make new arrangements for feed supplies. Moving in the right direction now and we will settle into a new routine I am sure. In the meantime, it is an opportunity to review everything and make sure we are doing the best to care for our alpacas. This is especially important as the autumn weather establishes itself. Time to make sure your alpaca socks are handy! 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! As we celebrate 300 episodes of The Alpaca Tribe Podcast, I have been reflecting back on what I have enjoyed and what you have listened to most. How we started and an invitation to breakfast with the girls seem to have been popular so I wanted to share some clips with you (again if you are a regular). Thank you for being on the journey with me and for the encouragement you have shared over the 300 episodes. Always happy to hear from you - it makes a big difference and keeps me going. If you can, go spend some time with some alpacas or even better have breakfast with them. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! People love to ask questions about alpacas. They are unusual animals and many people have not spent much time with them. In today's episode, I run through these typical questions and offer some perspectives and answers that might satisfy that curiosity. If you have any other questions, please email me and we can include them in a future episode. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! Alpacas have a pace all of their own. And if we choose to, we can let them teach us to find a slower rhythm that could just suit us better. I love it when alpaca life spills over into the rest of life. What do you notice about your alpacas? What about friends, family and colleagues? What about you? 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, I share some of my alpaca obsessions. Where are they and what are they doing? We learn by making mistakes - hopefully small and not disastrous ones. It starts that way when we first start keeping alpacas and it continues. The specifics change as we get more experience and more adventurous! Keep learning and if you can go spend some time with some alpacas. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! You can enjoy being with alpacas whatever the weather. They seem to cope with it all but it does change their behaviour, which is true of us too. Here in the UK particularly, we seem to be obsessed with the weather. The wind can put an extra spring in an alpacas step. If you can go spend some time with your alpacas in windy weather and notice what is going on with them. Whatever the weather - enjoy the alternative perspective alpacas bring to our worlds. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, everyone maybe talking AI - but not everyone is talking Alpaca Intelligence Join me as I consider the intelligence shown by these amazing creatures. I also got caught out in the rain and had to shelter while giving breakfast to the girls. Preparation and spontaneity. Why not have a half-hour holiday with your alpacas? But take something to sit on, the ground is wet from that latest shower. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! Sometimes we can feel lost even when we are not and other times, we really are lost and need help. Being lost means there is a piece of information missing. Either we don't know where we are; we don't know where to go; or we don't know how to get where we are going. Strategies to move forward include waiting for more data, starting to make a move in the best direction we can discern and hope for landmarks, ask for directions. Which is the right thing to do? It all depends. Check out the episode notes for the video of finding Ninian the lost cria - more misplaced really. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, we consider how alpacas like being with other alpacas and ask the question - how many make a herd? Alpacas love to be able to see other alpacas. They have a strong herd instinct and to help them thrive we need to understand this and accommodate it as much as we can. How many make a herd? One alpaca on its own is not a herd. But that doesn't mean two is either. I recommend a minimum of at least three or more when possible. The capacity of your land for a herd of alpacas is an interplay of space, grazing, shelter and type of land. Don't run to the maximum but leave yourself some headroom. Have you noticed they often face the same direction when grazing - why is that? Answers on a digital-postcard . Spend time with your alpacas and keep your eyes open. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, I consider the colours of alpacas and what my favourite is. And no, it is not blue! 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, listen in for a valley update - the alpacas, the birds, the warmth and the water levels. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, Alpacas are predictable until they are not. The same can be said of the weather. Join me for some musings and a valley update. What is predictable? 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
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. Alpaca Tribe is hosted and produced by Steve Heatherington of Good Podcasting Works , which is part of The Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
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 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
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.com/@bas5946/featured If you can't get to a show maybe have one of your own and spend some time looking closely at the animals you have on your farm. Sounds like it could be fun - and potentially useful for you. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
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. Alpaca Tribe is hosted and produced by Steve Heatherington of Good Podcasting Works , which is part of The Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
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 protective coats off our two old girls but it is still too cold at night. Spring may be coming but it’s not quite here yet. My new Wellington boots are helping me better navigate the muddy slopes. Warm and dry feet are essential for any alpaca owner. The shift in dynamics after losing Millie has meant Hermione stepping up as the matriarch and enforcing who she is prepared to share feeding space with. As spring teases, the growth of nettles marks the slight warming, yet the frost poses a reminder of lingering cold, necessitating extra care for our older alpacas. Managing the alpacas’ diet during these transitional weather periods is crucial – balancing hay consumption with the slowly emerging grass. It’s a delicate equilibrium. I encourage everyone to spend time with their alpacas, embracing the quiet yet profound joy it brings. Connect with us at steve@alpacatribe.com with your stories and insights. Until next time, keep embracing the alpaca lifestyle, and remember, the most significant moments often come from the simplest of daily interactions. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
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 voicemail from your browser. Alpaca Tribe is hosted and produced by Steve Heatherington of Good Podcasting Works , which is part of The Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
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 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
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 the adjustment of grieving and accommodating to the new reality with the gap at the feeding buckets and in leading to the grazing. So glad to have known Millie. There was a memorable incident when she got stuck in the mud and had to be rescued by the fire brigade. The pictures are on the website ( https://alpacatribe.com ) and this is the stuck in the mud episode if you want to enjoy it again. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
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, but don't be fooled; they are saving themselves for a sprint. Alpacas are cuddly - they look cuddly but are not really that kind of animal. Like cats, it is always on their terms. Stay well, and I hope to catch you again soon. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
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 alpaca shows, the shift in exporting alpacas to Asia, and the difficulties in making a profit from alpaca fibre. They also highlight the importance of focusing on animal welfare and handling skills, the differences between small hobby owners and large-scale breeders, and the dreams and realistic expectations of alpaca ownership. What we give our attention to changes over time, which is to be expected and anticipated. Give yourself to the things that you need to for the season you are in. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
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 me a voicemail from your browser. Alpaca Tribe is hosted and produced by Steve Heatherington of Good Podcasting Works , which is part of The Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
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 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
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? Decide which trend you want to lean towards. It takes time but it is worth it. Check out the Carbon Almanac website and Carbon Sessions Podcast 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
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 and Pirouette when we need to. As well as practical things like toenails, worming and shearing, remember to include things that will move you forward as a herd. What handling do I need to do with my alpacas and what experience or training do I need to include for me to be a more confident and fulfilled owner of happy and healthy alpacas? 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! Alpacas are semi-ruminant. That means they have multiple stomach compartments (three) and chew the cud. This kind of digestion is similar to cows and sheep which are the ruminants most people know about. These are not separate stomachs but compartments. This seems amazingly simple to my alpacas but I can't easily get my head around how it all works the way it should. Definitely worth spending time with your alpacas watching this part of an important process we may be overlooking. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! Building cooperation comes by building trust. Being trustworthy to your alpacas is a worthwhile investment even if it takes time and effort. Start with the simple and take small steps and you can grow your alpacas' confidence in you - and also your own confidence in you. A clear win-win. Leading is different to managing. I vote for leading - listen in to find out why. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, we are thinking about how ordinary and extraordinary days can both start looking the same. But keep your eyes open, you never know when the extraordinary is going to show up and surprise and delight. Frequently around cria birthing time, I have found this to be true. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, the air was still and the valley was quiet. The alpacas were waiting for breakfast. What a great start to the day. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, I finish the update on this year's shearing and happenings in the valley. It is always nice to clean up and pack away the shearing equipment for another year. It went well, we had a good crop of fleece and almost all of the herd were in good shape. Satisfying. Of course, another round of feeding and weather-watching follows straight after, but at least the heavy work is done for now. Time to take a breath and smile - while spending some time with the alpacas. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, we revisit episode one when it all began. Unexpected commitments have kept me from my microphone this week but should be back to normal next. This is where we began. Hope you enjoy. Steve 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, The weather shifted in the right direction, allowing us to start the shearing. A good crop of fleece - better than last year and the girls all seem to be in good shape, which is nice to see. Keeping records is a good idea - keep it simple and make it easy. I use this app on my phone to dictate notes or capture photos and website links etc. If I could only have one app on my phone it would be this one. https://bear.app/ 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, walking with alpacas is a delight. Watch them move. Note the footfalls and the fluid motion. Watch them from many angles. It is a great reason to go spend time with your alpacas. We had some visitors to come talk alpaca fibre and fashion and regeneration. Lovely. Check out their wider work here https://www.fashionactnow.org/projects https://www.istitutomarangoni.com/en 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, I offer a quick valley update and some alpaca musings. Join me for breakfast with the girls. Check out the bird listening/recording/identifying app Merlin 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, I muse on some of the realities we face when we choose to live with alpacas. I am not trying to put you off, well, only a little. But, I do want you to avoid having an unrealistic, romantic notion of what is will be like. If you already have alpacas, you already know they bring highs and lows - joy and sorrow. But I wouldn't be without them. If you can, go spend some time with some alpacas, and breathe. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! Grow in experience and confidence and get things done. Plan intentionally and add small steps together to make good progress. The geese continue to delight with their parenting skills. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! Spring continues to arrive including some new goslings that were not expected. It reminds me of some unexpected alpaca births we have had over the years. While you are sitting with your alpacas, maybe you can learn to identify the different grasses and add them to your personal encyclopaedia. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
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 and encourages dust-bathing too! Make room for a half-hour holiday with your alpacas. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
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. Alpaca Tribe is hosted and produced by Steve Heatherington of Good Podcasting Works , which is part of The Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
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 Quiet Disruptors and the other is called Be More Poet - about a posture rather than how to write poetry. Find them wherever you get your podcasts. And also Quiet Disruptors Podcast Be More Poet Podcast 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, I wonder out loud about ordinary days and being in the Doldrums. But each day can be a special day when you have alpacas - you never know what is coming next. Be seen and heard and see and hear. And tomorrow we get to do it all over again. What a privilege. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, a bonus episode, I tell the goldilocks and the three bears story for you 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! We tell ourselves stories - of who we are and what we can do, or can't. Some are true but not all. Alpacas tell themselves stories about us too. Whether we are safe to be around. Whether we can be trusted. Whether we are unpredictable. Alpacas don't like to be rushed and they don't like surprises. We can help write their 'story-book' with simple small steps of good experiences. It is worth the time and effort. Look out for the bonus episode - Goldilocks and the three bears. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, I talk about how I like to be noticed by my alpacas. I like to think it is more than just bringing the food, but I am not sure. Repetition of the right things will build your confidence. Experimentation is good - why not try some wet felting - here is a link for a simple tutorial. Go have fun! 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, I introduce you to our house guest, who I know from learning and teaching podcasting together - Craig Constantine from the US. He came to visit us and met some alpacas for the first time. We got some two-pairs-of-hands jobs done and moved some food around all in the good weather which Craig brought with him. Much appreciated. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! A fairly ordinary week - but then we talked last time about extraordinary being just out of sight. Do the preparations and keep things ticking along. It feels less exciting but is really important. LINK - Tristan Gooley https://www.naturalnavigator.com/ 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, I am wondering about how the extraordinary is there with us just beyond the ordinary. Let the alpacas teach you to notice. Thank you Olwena (the large brown female alpaca with amazing eyes). 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! Having been away for a few days made me realise how much I miss my alpacas when I am not there. Listen in for an update on what changed while I was away. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! Alpacas have a rhythm and so do we. Sometimes we can get them to coincide. There are daily rhythms, weekly rhythms and seasonal rhythms. Rhythms are seen in the way alpacas walk; the growing seasons; the times of alpaca activity - shearing, birthing. Find the steady gentle rhythms of your alpacas and get in step. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, I have been reminiscing about some of the interviews I have done where we talked about alpaca fleece. Here are some clips to inspire you - at least, I hope so. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, I am thinking about the amazing alpaca journey that can begin when we meet our first alpaca. We don't all have the opportunity to keep our own alpacas, but for those fortunate to have some on the farm, they can be a never-ending source of delight. Confidence and curiosity are our best allies but probably in reverse order. Stay curious. But be warned, once they have some, many people find they want to add in some more! 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, if you are thinking of keeping alpacas, we suggest you start with what you good at. Consider: Where are you? Where do you want to go? How will you get there? Why do you want to keep alpacas? 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, we look at 'normal' alpaca behaviour - starting with their queuing. The RSPCA Five Freedoms and Five Domains give us some pointers about how we can ensure we care for our animals in the best way. Let me know if you come up with any good ideas for extra things we can do for our alpacas. Good news - the Canada Geese' eggs have hatched (3). Reducing numbers of horse-flies the hard way but we keep trying. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! I was hunting for large horseflies, but the alpacas thought I was after them. Not one of my most successful interventions. If you can identify a lifecycle for parasites and pests, you have a chance of breaking or at least interfering with it. It is one good reason for mucking out and collecting alpaca dung and moving it away from where the alpacas are housed. Not always possible, but something to think about. Geese with goslings continue to thrive, and geese with eggs continue to wait patiently. I am glad they get on so well with the alpacas. The difference between a good haircut and a bad one - they say it is about two weeks - maybe it is slightly longer with alpacas. I am noticing bits I missed and will have to revisit them when I have a good reason to work on them. 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people! In this episode, I offer some suggested guidelines for choosing alpacas. If you have any questions, please do let me know. What do you see when you look at an alpaca? Some guidelines (not exhaustive) Buy the best you can afford - but suitable for your purpose. Buy what you like - especially if they are going to be field companions buy for the characteristics you need do your homework think, talk and ask questions trust yourself Some extra questions you may want to ask: what has the breeder's experience been with this alpaca? what is the breeding history of this alpaca? (if you are planning to breed yourself) what is the health history of this alpaca? Is the breeder aware of any issues with this alpaca - either recently or in the bloodline? If you are looking at buying more than one alpaca, who do they get on with? (they should be in a minimum group of three) 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 Waterside (Swansea) Ltd This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy…
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