Jumpstart Into Sheep

JUMPSTART INTO RAISING SHEEP
A Very Hands-On Workshop
Sat. May 19, 2012
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Getting started with sheep? Jump-start the learning curve and avoid common mistakes by spending a day with experienced shepherds—and a lively flock of sheep. Gain hands-on practice with essential skills. Meet people you can call on later for advice.
Bring a Covered Dish to share for lunch!

Program Fee $45 for first person in the family, $40 for second.

Attendance limited to 25 to maximize hands-on practice.

This year’s guest shepherds are Jack Smith (old-style Dorsets),
Blue Rooster Farm (Cheviots), and Marushka Farm (CVM/Romeldales).
See descriptions of their farms below...


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	Snapshots from previous sheep-raising workshops




Evaluating body condition.



		A successful sheep-tipping!



	The secret to handling big rams or tired people.




				Studying hoof health.



			The classroom was a barn, of course.




			Sharing sheep stories.



	Relaxing over a potluck lunch.


	Learning to catch and restrain a sheep with minimal stress on either of you.

COMMENTS FROM PAST WORKSHOPS

“This was a great information day. Thanks!”

“Thanks so much! Well worth the trip!

“The handling practice was very helpful”.
“Great guest shepherds!”

“Potluck lunch was a nice touch.”