Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Hands-on sheep clinics in PA

Owens Farm in Sunbury, Pennsylvania, will host a one-day Lambing Clinic on Saturday, March 12. The clinic will run from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will be divided between indoor discussion and hands-on practice in the lambing barn.

The lambing clinic is limited to 25 participants. Pre-registration is required. The fee is $45 per person (over 12 years of age); $40 for the second person from the same farm.  For the agenda and registration information, visit www.owensfarm.com, call (570) 286-5309, or send an e-mail to info@owensfarm.com.

Owens Farm will also host a Sheep Camp for Adults on Saturday, May 14. Topics will include safe handling techniques, purchasing of stock,  health concerns, facilities set-up, basic veterinary skills and more.

It will be a very hands-on workshop. Registration and contact information is the same as the lambing clinic.

Information provided by Owens Farm.

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