Sheep Lambing Workshop
2026-03-28 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Four Winds Farm, 5735 Adams Rd, Fitchburg, Wisconsin, 53575, United States
Four Winds Farm will host a full‑day Sheep Lambing Workshop on March 28 in Fitchburg, Wisconsin. This immersive, hands‑on learning experience is designed for both new and experienced shepherds seeking to improve their lambing knowledge, confidence, and on‑farm success.

The workshop will be led by Carolyn Ihde, Small Ruminant Outreach Specialist with the University of Wisconsin–Madison Extension and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, along with Dr. Kelly Froelich, representing the American Sheep Industry (ASI) Young Entrepreneurs Education (YEE) program. Through their collaboration, participants will have access to possibly the only sheep dystocia training models available to US producers. This specialized simulation tool is used to teach producers how to assist a ewe with a range of lambing complications

Throughout the day, attendees will learn about:

Best practices in biosecurity, animal health, and nutrition

Essential lambing supplies and barn preparation

The phases of lambing and how to recognize when assistance is needed

Effective lamb processing techniques

Hands‑on practice pulling lambs from a life‑size ewe replica

Four Winds Farm maintains a well‑managed flock of Cheviot and Tunis sheep and has collaborated with Ihde to plan this workshop to align with the flock’s lambing schedule, creating the possibility for participants to witness real‑time lambing during the event. The farm has also worked closely with Ihde to implement research‑based flock management practices aimed at improving lambing outcomes and overall flock health.

This engaging workshop provides a supportive environment for learning, questions, and skill‑building—ideal for small-flock owners, aspiring shepherds, youth project leaders, and anyone interested in expanding their sheep-management capabilities.

Farm Transitions: Holding Ground, Letting Go
2026-03-31 10:00 - 14:00 | Green Lake American Legion, American Legion Post 306, 518 Water St, Green Lake, Wisconsin, 54941
A guided approach to farm transition and legacy.

Holding Ground, Letting Go offers farmland owners a supportive space to talk through one of the hardest parts of farming: deciding what comes next for the land you care so deeply about.This workshop uses guided conversation to help you reflect on your connection to the land, clarify what matters most to you, and explore realistic options for transition at your own pace.

You’ll be met where you are—whether you feel ready, unsure, or conflicted—and supported in thinking through small, practical next steps that align with your values, your family or operation, and your hopes for the future of the land. Your farm transition planning journey will begin with two in-person workshops—February 24 and March 31—followed by ongoing individualized support from trained farm transition coordinators.

Free to participate. Register here

Spring Sheep Shop
2026-04-09 17:00 - 19:00
Come play in the mud! Learn more about spring mud season management, designing new systems, and working around critical and sensitive areas on a new sheep farm.

WI School of Grazing - Lancaster
2026-05-19 09:00 - 16:30 | Lancaster Ag Research Station, Wisconsin 35, Bloomington, Wisconsin, 53804, United States
Two days of in-depth sessions and hands-on field experiences, led by managed grazing experts.

Topics Covered:

Principles of Managed Grazing

Soil health and pasture productivity

Paddock sizing and placement

Animal genetics and herd health

Establishing and Renovating pastures

Planning your own system

And More!

These schools are focused on large ruminant grazing but the concepts of pasture management learned are useful for all species

Joel Salatin Workshop
2026-05-29 10:00 - 16:00 | Brattset Family Farm, N2437 Brattset Lane, Jefferson, Wisconsin, 53549
Join Glacierland RC&D for a full day grazing workshop with Joel Salatin! Lunch will be included. Details and register here!

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