Sunday, May 25, 2014
We visited Faraway Farm in Yorktown Heights, NY. The alpacas had their annual haircuts last week and seemed to be enjoying their freedom on this warm, sunny spring day. Without their beautiful thick fur, they look more like miniature versions of their camel cousins.
The alpacas enjoy the relatively cool weather of northern Westchester, especially the cold and snowy winters. We walked among three friendly young males. There were separate pens for males, females, and youngsters. Everyone was anticipating the birth of five baby alpacas.
Alpacas are not usually especially friendly, but Avalanche is a cuddly exception. Check out Faraway Farm’s website for specific information and more photos.