Lambs, Love, and Learning—Straight From the Barn
Join us on the farm for a wooly good time! Lambing Basics is a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the essentials of caring for newborn lambs—tail docking, bottle feeding, health checks, and more. Whether you’re thinking of raising sheep or just want to cuddle a baby lamb, this is your chance to get into the barn and get your hands dirty (and possibly snuggled). With 95 ewes on site, lamb cuddles and photo ops are basically guaranteed.
When: We'll schedule when 15 people pre-register!
Where: 65500 Gerking Market Road, Tumalo
Pre-Reg Price: $60
Full Price: $75
Get First in Line! Pre-Register!
Pre-registration is free; we only charge your credit card when we're ready to schedule (and you say ok). When 15 people pre-register, we'll set up the next workshop with your input on dates!
WORKSHOP DETAILS
Learn Lamb Love 101
Build Your Lambing Toolkit
Get Hands-On in the Barn
We’ll cover the basics every new shepherd needs to know—feeding, warmth, and keeping those wobbly-legged cuties healthy. You’ll leave feeling confident in your ability to support lambs through their first few critical days.
Get Hands-On in the Barn
Build Your Lambing Toolkit
Get Hands-On in the Barn
This isn’t a sit-and-listen kind of day. You’ll be practicing real-deal farm skills like tail docking, castration, vaccinations, and record keeping. Plus, plenty of time to bottle feed lambs and build your barnyard confidence.
Build Your Lambing Toolkit
Build Your Lambing Toolkit
Build Your Lambing Toolkit
Not sure what gear you actually need for a successful lambing season? We’ll walk through must-have supplies and show you how to prep your space so you’re not scrambling when the lambs start arriving.
WORKSHOP LEADER
Heidi Maricle
Heidi Maricle is a born-and-raised Tumalo farm girl with a serious knack for all things ag. She's been working on farms since she was 9, managing crews, running heavy equipment, and raising animals with know-how and heart. Through her business, You Need a Farm Girl, she offers consulting, labor, and education for farming and landscaping. When she’s not busy doing all that, she mentors youth in agriculture as Farm Director at Friends of the Children. Bottom line: Heidi knows her stuff, and she’s here to help you learn yours.
PARTNER
You Need A Farm Girl
This workshop is brought to you in partnership with You Need a Farm Girl, Heidi’s powerhouse farm and landscape consulting and service business. With years of hands-on experience and a passion for teaching, Heidi brings not only expertise but a whole lot of heart to every project. If you're dreaming of growing food, raising animals, or building your skills on the land, this is the partner you want in your corner.
MEMBERSHIP
Save 20% On This Workshop!
Join School of Ranch and get 20% off all workshops for a year. Your membership helps us cover our costs. Being non-profit doesn't mean you can lose money! We need your support and nothing shows support as much as a membership.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What should I wear?
Layer in warm farm clothes and boots that you are comfortable getting dirty.
What should I bring?
Bring a camera or phone for photos, water bottle and a snack if you need.
Can I bring my kids?
Yes! Children of all ages are welcome, but must be accompanied by an adult. Everyone must have their own ticket!
Will there be a bathroom?
Yes, there is an indoor bathroom available on-site.
What is School of Ranch
School of Ranch is a Central Oregon-based 501c3 nonprofit. We hire skilled community members to teach practical and artisan skills. Our mission is to educate, support local entrepreneurs, and provide common ground for people regardless of politics, age, background or beliefs.
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