It was a super busy day at Prairie Plum Farm on Saturday. Guests pitched in and helped shear the flock – learning as they went. There were also 2 new arrivals – ram/ewe twins, tentatively named Calvin and Calista from Hattie and 5 lambs were reserved to go to new homes.
Steve Johnson showing good form holding Beck a in the on-deck circle.
Naomi Johnson and Ken Heidlebaugh taking a break after cornering Bashful and removing her coat for shearing.
Brent Winslow in the middle of shearing, Carol Wiegrefe and Moonshadow watching. He’s hoping for an opening so he can make a jail break.
Kari Jovaag awaiting fleece to scoop up, Lilly contemplating next coat to hand over, and Carol discussing some random sheep with Sara West.
Larisa Walk and Hailey working out the intricacies of the bag holder for storing the new fleeces.
The newly shorn ladies in their new spring attire.
The first morning for Hattie’s twins. Watchful mom to upper right.
Twin sisters (Fergie’s) cuddling in the corner of their jug.