New England winter
27 Nov 2018

New England Snow

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  We came to Vermont over 30 years ago just to experience New England snow. We told ourselves and family that we were only coming for 5 years. We wanted to ski and snowshoe, something that is not easily done where we grew up. But Vermont took hold of us and we began to feel our roots sinking deeper into … Read More

Sheep and Winter Storms
13 Feb 2017

Sheep and Winter Storms

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I am often asked how my sheep can survive the harsh Vermont winter storms. Yesterday our first big snow storm hit with a vengeance. We woke to swirling snow, subzero wind chills, and deep snow banks.  With proper shelter and feed, our sheep have no difficulty with these winter conditions and cold temperatures. Proper Shelter Well ventilated…protection from wind…plenty of space … Read More