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Why You MUST Visit Gotland, Sweden
You MUST visit Gotland, Sweden! Eight days ago, we returned from leading a tour group of 12 people to Gotland island. For the past week, my mind has been occupied with thoughts and fond memories of the wonderful people, places, and “sheeps” of Gotland. I have been hibernating since our return; trying to adjust to the time change, trying to … Read More
Gotland Tour 2019
Three years ago, my husband, daughter, and I set off for Gotland island. We were visiting our daughter in Germany, and Gotland was just a short jaunt away. We had just purchased our first Gotland sheep and I wanted to see 100% Gotland sheep in their own environment. I wanted to talk with shepherds that raised them and lay my … Read More
Vermont Spring
Winter just would not give up this year! Spring arrived late to Vermont as snow piles lingered and cold temperatures hovered over our farm! Then, just when we thought winter had finally released us from its grip, we woke to an early May snow. So our spring has looked a bit like this… I escaped to the deep south for … Read More
What’s Business Got to do With Farming
A couple of weeks ago I was interviewed by a podcaster. Her last question was, “what part of your job do you like the least?” I think the interviewer was stunned silent when I responded with, “book keeping”. It took her a few seconds before she commented on my response. I think she fully expected me to say something like, … Read More
Keeping Parasites In Check
Let’s keep those parasites in check this summer! Next to moving fencing, parasite management probably takes up more time than anything else on my farm during the summer. I am always trying to figure out the best way to monitor, test, and record stats on each sheep. Parasite management is one of my greatest concerns as a shepherd during the … Read More