Nonmotorized wandering

[4llamas]

I was looking through some camping photos, remembering the good times and planning for this year. We're not motorized at this point, but we wander the west with the best of them. Thought I would share. Hope it's not too far off topic.
Enjoy

 

[mtn-high]

Beautiful stuff, 2llamas!

 

[Tomas Tierra]

lamalama

Stunning lakes! Thanks for posting..

 

[EdoHart]

Pack animals

I bet you can get to a lot of really nice places using the llamas to carry most of your stuff. That looks like a nice way to travel. About 15 years ago I met a couple in the Saline Valley who owned 2 llamas. They told me their llamas would herd the other animals into the barn during the rain, and stand watch outside. They also spun wool from the hair of their llamas and made some really nice clothing. They had some hats made from llama wool, which they didn't want to part with. Could that have been you?

 

[John D]

Now I know what to do with my old shoes. Last time I got near llamas, I learned the hard way they can spit about 15 feet! Accurate too. I give them a wide berth. I wonder if the spitting works on bears?

Thanks for the excellent pictures and your post reminded me of one of the funniest experiences of my life.

 

[4llamas]

More eye candy

Goat Rocks Wilderness. Highest point on the Pacific Crest Trail

About 15 years ago I met a couple in the Saline Valley who owned 2 llamas. They told me their llamas would herd the other animals into the barn during the rain, and stand watch outside. They also spun wool from the hair of their llamas and made some really nice clothing. They had some hats made from llama wool, which they didn't want to part with. Could that have been you?

I've been packing with llamas for twelve years, so it wasn't me. But, the behavior sounds normal. Llamas can be protective around sheep and calves, not so much around horses and goats. Coincidentally, I have a hat made from llama fiber.

We travel in comfort, the best part being that I can go further and stay out many more days than I ever did backpacking.

 

[DirtyDog]

Looks like a great time!

 

[masterplumber]

Great pictures. How much weight do you pack on your llamas? We take horses on our pack in hunts & while they have no problem carrying 250 lbs of man & gear when it comes to dead weight we've found they start to suffer if we go very far with more than 125 - 150 lbs on them - & these are strong horses in good shape that live at the alttitudes we hunt at. I always shudder when I see somebody bring a horse from Kansas or some other low elevation state to the CO Rockies & imediately throw 300 lbs of gear on the pour creature to head into camp. The trips are sure more enjoyable than just backpacking not only because you can take a few more creature comforts & better food but also because of the companionship they offer. Thanks again for posting.
Doug