Category Archives: Spinning

Garden State Sheep & Fiber Festival Turns 21!

Posted on October 6, 2015 by Joan Schnieber

Hard to believe our tiny festival started 21 years ago. While still small by other festival standards, it’s still offers something for everyone. My favorite is watching the younger generations getting involved in raising and showing their sheep. Here are … Continue reading →

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My sheep have been fleeced!

Posted on April 29, 2013 by Joan Schnieber

So many things have happened in the last month on the farm. First the sheep were shorn a few weeks ago without too much fanfare. I can get used to it. No sheep escaped and no one got hurt or cut, … Continue reading →

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Jenny Jump Farm Tour Because We “Felt” Like It

Posted on June 11, 2012 by Joan Schnieber

This past weekend we had planned a farm tour and demonstration for a group of Cub Scouts from Ridgewood, NJ. I have learned knowing you audience is crucial in creating a fun experience. Besides meeting the animals I had to think of a project that what … Continue reading →

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