2009 Alpacas Changing Lives

True Spirit of Christmas Tour 2009 Make a sound investment in the life of a Peruvian or Ecuadorian family with the gift of an alpaca. With a lifespan of up to 25 years, alpacas are hardy animals. Their soft, highly prized wool — up to 12 pounds a year per animal — fetches high prices and can be woven into essential items like blankets and rugs. Plus, they help combat deforestation — while grazing, these gentle animals “mow“ grass rather than uprooting it, and their soft, padded feet protect pasture