[pct-l] Llamas

[treerings at gmail.com]

Hi Marion,

I'm interested because what I know is that they are more adapted to steep
terrain than horses and mules. Ancient Inka highways were used by llamas and
in parts were too steep for Conquistador horses to traverse. But I've also
heard llamas are more hesitant across streams. Overall, it seems to me
llamas would be much better suited to the High Sierra than mules, given that
they're bred for the high Andes. I originally asked because I was surprised
llamas are not often seen on the PCT and thought maybe they were not
allowed. Given your experience in the matter, I look forward to your
response. Thanks.

Bruce



On Sat, Feb 5, 2011 at 8:52 PM, Marion Davison <mardav at charter.net> wrote:

> I own a heard of llamas for packing.  We have finished CA sections  H and I
> and have done major parts of G, B, C, D, J, and K with our llamas over the
> past 14 years.  I like to talk and would be happy to answer any questions.
> We are planning a 200 mile section hike this summer.  We do a lot of trail
> work in section C every year.
> Marion Davison "Llamalady"
> treerings at gmail.com wrote:
>
>> Does anyone know if llamas are allowed as pack animals on the trail. I
>> don't
>> actually have llamas, but was just curious.
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