Alpacas gaining popularity in Ontario

[Catherine]

The UN has declared 2024 the International year of the Camelids. Animals like Alpacas are described as the heroes of the deserts and highlands.
They are able to deal with climate change. Their fleece is growing in popularity. So is Alpaca tourism. People want to see Alpacas.
Twenty years ago there were 5-10 Alpaca farms in Ontario. Now there are more than 60 farms.
There are now sanctuaries that take in unwanted Alpacas. 


https://www.theweathernetwork.com/en/new...ed-nations

Definitely Alpaca fleece is more available. I have a number of Alpaca fleece scarves. They are so soft and warm.
I have new alpaca socks too. 


I did a quick search of alpaca tourism and there are lots of options.

https://www.destinationontario.com/en-ca...ms-ontario

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/london/al...-1.6925503

I am not sure what is involved in an alpaca walk, but it sounds like fun.
They are so cute and cuddly looking. It would feel good to just watch them.

I will have to look up the UN statement on International Year of the Camelids.
That is for another post.