Workshop & Farm Tour For New Shepherds
Kim Goodling, shepherd and educator, invites you to her Gotland sheep farm to gain the confidence and knowledge you need to bring home your first flock of sheep. In this workshop, you will learn the basics of how to prepare your farm property for bringing home your first flock of sheep. You will learn about:
- choosing the right breed of sheep
- fencing options
- hay feeding systems
- lambing systems
- grazing systems
- shelters and
- barn design
- predators
During this workshop, you will have opportunity to ask questions, tour Kim’s farm property, and see first hand tried and true methods of raising sheep. You will be provided with worksheets to reinforce what you are learning. Come wearing CLEAN boots and dress for the weather. Please note that we are a hillside farm and we will be walking on uneven terrain.
All the Details
Workshop is held Saturday, August 10, 2024 9:30am to 11:30am
All attendees MUST register ahead of time.
$50/person $30 for each additional person from same farm.
Workshop fees can not be refunded unless the workshop is canceled by VT Grand View Farm.