On Saturday, several bowlers from the Vineyard Special Olympics bowling team won medals at the Massachusetts Special Olympics State Tournament in Auburn, Mass. To reach the state tournament, bowlers placed at the highest level in the regional qualifier in February. With the highest pin total in their divisions, Gavin Robinson and Kyra Wildanger received gold […]
At the Town of Tisbury’s annual Memorial Day Picnic, adorable Hot Shot and Cocoa (aka Dom Perignon) from Island Alpaca stopped by for a visit. They enjoyed the road trip and seeing the sights on the way to the lakeside grounds of the Tashmoo Spring Building, where they were warmly greeted by picnickers of all […]
Humans aren’t the only species who appreciate a good haircut. Alpacas do too. As a matter of fact, they even go so far as to turn their annual spring styling session into a celebration complete with refreshments and raffles. Island Alpaca invites the public to watch as more than 30 fluffy friendly alpacas […]
The Martha s Vineyard Times Courtesy Island Alpaca
Go for a stroll with soft and gentle alpaca and learn the basics of safely handling them, where they come from, and why they are important to us. One person can walk with the lead alpaca, or two or more people can share one. Children under 14 are welcome with an attending parent or guardian. The walks are available most days through Dec. 31 and beyond. To register, visit bit.ly/walkalpaca, or call 508-693-5554.