- Native to South America, related to llamas and camels. - Valued for their fiber, which comes in 22 natural colors. - Usually stand about 4½ feet at the head. - Generally weigh 150 to 200 pounds, ...

Alpacas don’t just stand around looking cute with their goofy grins and cloud-like coats. These animals pack a lot of strange habits, ancient history, and unexpected appeal into their lanky frames.

Alpaca owners across the nation will be celebrating this weekend as the 15th annual National Alpaca Farm Days kicks off Saturday, Sept. 25, running through Sunday, Sept. 26. During the weekend, ...

Explore the key differences between merino and alpaca wool for cold-weather camping and learn which is best and what to look for before you gear up.

I'm a gear and travel writer splitting time in Colorado and Alaska. When we think of tough, versatile outdoor gear, we usually picture jackets, backpacks and boots made from high-tech fabrics that ...

Merino wool has dominated the outdoor base layer market, setting the bar for warmth, breathability, and temperature regulation. Although merino has long been considered the best base layer material ...