Surprise Lamb, Bull! Wooly Lawnmowers

by | May 25, 2011 | Uncategorized

Today started out rather interesting. We had planned to make a trip to Grand Junction to do the in between batches fo lambs shopping but had to change our plans. First we had a surprise late lamb. 9 pounds 9 ounces and doing fine. Mom had him up dry and nursed when we...

One Less Coyote and Grazing Ewes

by | May 3, 2011 | Uncategorized

We finally were able to get a clear safe shot on the coyote that’s been hanging around. Generally we try to leave the coyotes alone. If they respect the fences and dogs and don’t bother us or the sheep we don’t bother them. The last time we had to...

Rebuilding the Sheep Sweep – Ewes on Pasture

by | Apr 22, 2011 | Uncategorized

We’ve had some problems with the sheep sweep over the years. The sheep have worn a path down the middle and the panels have sunk into the ground. This year we decided to put some gravel down on top of weed block and then use old mine belt to make a more durable...