Sheep
The sheep on our farm are Leicester Long Wool (English Leicester) Sheep. The Leicester Long's were imported early in George Washington's era. The Leicester Long Wool has a mop of wool over the crown of it's head. The breed is hardy and adapts to a wide variety of environmental conditions. They are a breed that needs to be shearred twice a year.
Our other breed of Sheep are Karakul. They are from Central Asiatic Region of Russia. They are a Fat Tailed Sheep and thought to be one of the oldest breeds in the world. Karakul's are quit hard and adapts to a wide variety of environmental conditions. They too are a breed that needs to be shearred twice a year. Meet our Girls. Ashley, Amber and Dahlia. Their wool is a coarse grade wool and is used alot for rug making and excellent for felting.
Our Girls Wool makes wonderful shawls, hats, scarves, and handspinners Love the wool.
Meet our Gals by holding your mouse over each picture below!
Orchid, a beautiful Black Leicester Long Wool
Jasmine, a beautiful Silver Color who once was black.
Gardenia
Magnolia
Our other breed of Sheep are Karakul. They are from Central Asiatic Region of Russia. They are a Fat Tailed Sheep and thought to be one of the oldest breeds in the world. Karakul's are quit hard and adapts to a wide variety of environmental conditions. They too are a breed that needs to be shearred twice a year. Meet our Girls. Ashley, Amber and Dahlia. Their wool is a coarse grade wool and is used alot for rug making and excellent for felting.
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