We are excited to host our first ever pair of small ruminant seminars with Aimee Braxmeier of Slippery Slope Goats and Katrina Hamilton, Veterinary Technician with Green Mountain Bovine. Whether you want to keep a pair of Nigerian Dwarfs just for cuteness or manage a backyard herd of milking Saanens, Aimee and Katrina will help you start off on the right hoof.
Workshop 1 | Goat 101 Saturday, April 18, 2026, 9am – 3pm
Who should take this class?
New or prospective goat owners, ages 12 and up.
What is included?
The goal of Saturday’s session is to provide new and prospective goat owners with the basic tools needed to successfully keep and raise goats on a small scale. We also want you to end the day with the tools you need to further your research into the care of your own goat herd. The resources we will share with you are trusted, from academic sources, and we often share them amongst other goat owners. A very brief list of what we will learn about:
Terminology
Breeds of Goats and Breed Selection
Goat Digestion System
Feeding and Mineral Supplements
Shelter & Fencing
Herd Health
What to Ask When Purchasing Goats
Record keeping
Where: Meet at Chester Town Hall for classroom sessions, and travel to Aimee’s barn (in Chester) for fieldwork.
What to Bring: Drinks, snacks, lunch & comfortable clothes/layers. Washable rubber boots are required to enter the barn.
Cost: $90 per workshop. Register for both days and save $10. Payment is due upon signup to secure your spot!
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