Sheep Shearing – April 3, 2011
Master shearer Emily Chamelin will demonstrate both manual shears as well as the modern sheep shearing methods. (chamelinshearing.com) Sunday, April 3, 2011 from 1:00 to 3:00. For information call 434-293-8000.
Other shearing related activities:
1) Visit our baby lambs.
2) Try your hand at carding & spinning.
3) Learn about
natural dyes used in the
4) Discover the time time-consuming nature of making woolen cloth.
5) Watch as intricate embroidery and needlework are created.