Better late than never is probably what the Alpaca were thinking when today they were shawn at long last. Normally undertaken at the end of June shearing is arguably the most important event in the Alpaca year being that the wool is the reason most are kept. This very skilled job is only undertaken by a few folk who have the skill and courage to take on what are quite large beasts when you get up close. First off the animals are caught and then restrained, to protect them as much as the shearer. Once all is under control the shearer sets too with his clippers to remove the years growth of ultra fine wool which following cleaning and spinning is destined for high value clothing.
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