Alpaca Wool News Today

In episode 95 of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to talk about the types of natural fibers that make up outdoor performance apparel.

In today's episode of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to talk about alpaca wool fabrics used for next-to-skin base layer apparel.

Shannon Johnson has put these products to the test — and that's really saying something in her family.

Jay Peller, from Georgia and Denver, has been bringing imports from Peru and Guatemala to the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta for almost 30 years.

Sheep, goat and alpaca wool creations ranged from belts based on a 9th century Viking pattern to bars of felted soap.

The self-described "Christian nationalist" congresswoman spent nearly $500 on the coat, which supports Peruvian artisans.

The burglars were masked and one was carrying a crowbar

The Tenacious Unicorn Ranch is refuge for armed transgender anarchists. The reception in conservative Custer County has not been entirely welcoming.

Leaders in the sustainable fashion movement are encouraging consumers to check clothing labels as closely as they do food labels.

Leaders in the sustainable fashion movement are encouraging consumers to check clothing labels as closely as they do food labels.