JUMPSTART INTO RAISING SHEEP
  A Very Hands-On Workshop    
             Sat. May 11, 2013               
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 12 and up (younger kids free)
Attendance limited to 25 to maximize hands-on practice.

This year’s guest shepherds are Debb Farr (grass-fed Texel/Dorsets),
Roclans Farm (specializing in wool), and Owens Farm
(direct-marketed grass-fed lamb).

Long drive? We have guest accommodations for one group
at a workshop rate of $85. Contact us for availablility.

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Snapshots from 2012 Jumpstart Into Raising Sheep

How to use the prolapse harness. 

Jack Smith demonstrates
the Gambrel restrainer

Figuring out the halter.

A successful catch
and tip.

Raising the stakes: now catch the marked sheep. 

Julie shares her most useful shepherding tools.

Using the Sheep Chair to examine foot health. 

The secret to handling big rams or tired people.

How to give injections.

Marie showing how to trim a hoof, followed by hands-on practice.

   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.”