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How To Maintain Comfort From Your Alpaca Outdoor Gear

Alpaca fleece is pretty resilient and it’s generally considered low maintenance. However, that doesn’t mean to say you won’t benefit from taking good care of it. And looking after your alpaca wear is especially important when you're camping outdoors, where the conditions can sometimes be harsh. By introducing some basic steps, you can keep your alpaca wear looking good long term. So, if you’re heading out into the great outdoors, use the following tips to keep your alpaca activewear in great shape. Keeping Your Alpaca Outdoor Gear Clean As mentioned in the introduction, alpaca is relatively easy to care for, but that doesn’t mean it won’t attract dried mud, leaves etc. when you’re outdoors. To tackle surface dirt, take a...

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Pacific Crest Trail Hikes In Winter

Often compared to the Appalachian Trail, the Pacific Crest Trail is one of the most well-known in the States; it stretches more than 2,000 miles and passes through California Oregon and Washington. Completing the entire trail takes months, considerable resources and a high level of physical fitness. And with some treacherous ground and snow covering many aspects of the trail throughout the year, even the most hardened hiker finds it a struggle. As you’ll have guessed from the introduction, taking on the entire of the Pacific Crest Trail isn’t for amateurs, or for those who aren’t in peak physical fitness. However, as explained below, the novice hiker can still get a taste of the Pacific Crest Trail by tackling one...

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6 Craft Ideas Using Alpaca Fleece

For those who love crafting, alpaca fleece can be a great alternative to some of the more traditional materials, like sheep’s wool. Soft but strong, alpaca is ideal for a versatile range of projects. And alpaca fleece is favored by some because of its overall feel. Alpaca feels less coarse, so it's softer against the hands. In addition, alpaca fleece has a natural insulation and it’s extremely durable; this makes alpaca perfect for projects like jumpers, scarves, blankets etc. Once you’re ready to give crafting with alpaca a try, here are some ideas to hget you started. Alpaca Knitting Projects There’s no shortage of inspiration online, with plenty of free and paid for knitting patterns available on the internet. A...

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The Insulative Qualities Of Alpaca Wool

Alpaca fiber has a huge range of benefits. For example, it’s well known for its breathability, weather resistance and moisture wicking capabilities. But there’s plenty more advantages besides. For instance, did you know alpaca is regarded for its superior insulative qualities? However, before we discuss the advantages of this, let’s look at what makes the fiber such a natural insulator. The Structure Of Alpaca Wool Alpaca is signifcantly warmer then sheep's wool. But what gives it such a high level of warmth? It’s all down to the unique structure of alpaca fleece. Alpaca has built in air pockets that create a hollow inside. These hollow fibers help contain the warmth and give alpaca its insulative qualities, making it a good...

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Best Outdoor Food That Comes In A Foil Packet

An essential part of any outdoor trek or camping trip is good food to fuel your mind and body. And, fortunately, outdoors lovers aren’t as limited as they once were. There are numerous commercial brands producing foil packed food that is light to carry and easy to prepare. However, you can also create your own foil wrapped meals and heat them up over a traditional camp fire, or a Dutch oven for that home cooked feel. If you’re looking for meal inspiration ahead of your next trip, here are some ideas for simple and delicious foil cooked food. Create Your Own Foil Packed Meals Often, the best outdoor meals are the ones that you make yourself from scratch. So, if...

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