Sheep Shearing

Sheep Shearing
with Sally Bridgham & Benjamin Capron
Saturday May 17th
at 10am
at Benjamin Capron's Farm
42435 Lamborn Mesa Rd, Paonia, CO

Join the Western Slope Fibershed to learn about shearing sheep and processing wool for fiber. Discussion on types of wool, uses of wool, different breeds of sheep for wool production & more! Participants will be able to help in the hands-on activity of skirting - cleaning the wool as it is being sheared.

The Western Slope Fibershed seeks to support local fiber artists and honor the rural heritage of the Western Slope by promoting natural fibers, sustainable practices, and collaboration among small-scale members of the agricultural community.

All are Welcome ~ Donations Appreciated

Hosted by Valley Organic Growers Assocation vogaco.org, The Learning Council thelearningcouncil.org, and the Western Slope Fibershed wsfibershed.org

You may also like the following events from Valley Organic Growers Association:

• This Saturday, 3rd May, 01:00 pm, Beekeeping in Hotchkiss
• Next Thursday, 8th May, 05:30 pm, Know Your Farm Hub - Farm Runners in Hotchkiss

Also check out other Arts events in Paonia, Nonprofit events in Paonia.