Welcoming my new black sheep to the farm!
As you know, I love my farm animals and I'm always tempted to add more to my menagerie. Recently, my friend, Dr. Brent Ridge, asked me if I might like to adopt a pair of Black Welsh Sheep, as he was acquiring some for his farm, as well. Brent and his partner, Josh Kilmer-Purcell, bought a farm in New York State called Beekman 1802, where they raise assorted livestock. Brent and Josh also have a television show on Planet Green called "The Fabulous Beekman Boys." I took Brent up on his offer and he and Josh delivered two adorable little black sheep to my farm. Have a look.
By the way, we will be having a contest on naming these little beauties. More to follow.
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- These sheep provide a completely black, dense, and durable fleece.
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- I think this couple is adjusting very nicely to their new surroundings.
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- We’ve made a temporary pen for the sheep outdoors near the stable.
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- The very sweet male
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- And the charming female
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- Stacked bales of hay provide shade and security.
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- This little ram will grow an impressive set of horns. When mature, he will weigh between 132-143 pounds.
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- The average weight of a mature ewe is about 100 pounds.
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- I was a bit surprised that Brent and Josh showed up with a film crew from their show, ‘The Fabulous Beekman Boys.’
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- With good editing skills, almost anything can become a TV segment.
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- Of course the sheep were presented to me with bows!
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- Livestock is usually transported in an appropriate trailer. I’m not sure I would like to ride in this minivan.
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- Sheep refreshment for the drive
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- I loved these babies immediately.
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- We decided to pick up the newcomers and take them into the stable.
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- Shooting a segment with Josh
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- Even on my days off, it’s hard for me to avoid the camera.
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- A very serious sound guy
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- Little by little, the stalls in the stable are being filled with occupants.
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- Carlos and Fernando thought the sheep were great.
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- These barn swallows carefully observed their new ‘roommates.’
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- Brent provided enough grain until we made it to the feed store.
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