Sheep
The Larimer County Sheep Project is a great way to learn about animal husbandry and overall care.
Youth in the Sheep project interact with research-based information that encourages confidence, character-building, industry knowledge, and sportsmanship.
Youth will can learn how to properly care for an animal and how to keep accurate records.
Why Participate in a Sheep Project
- Opportunity to learn about raising a market animal
- Build budgeting skills
- Learn about accurate record-keeping
Starting Out - Beginner
Inspiring youth to:
- Learn about sheep
- Learn how to produce a safe, wholesome product
- Identify the parts of a sheep
- Learn about nutritional requirements and different types of feed
- Practice evaluating sheep
- Learn about a sheep's digestive system
- Identify common sheep diseases
- Learn how to keep records
- Learn how to assume responsibility
Learning More - Intermediate
Inspiring youth to:
- Investigate technology's impact on sheep production
- Learn how to exhibit your animal
- Purchase, feed, and care for sheep
- Learn about goal setting
- Gain knowledge of sound management practices
- Develop sportsmanship and public speaking skills
Exploring Depth - Advanced
Inspiring youth to:
- Learn how to deal with current issues related to raising sheep
- Gain leadership skills by helping others learn about sheep
- Explore career opportunities in the sheep industry
- Build lifelong friendships
4-H Record Books are also called e-Records. Each project has its own record book that members are required to complete each year.
Record Book Check-In Sheet
Junior:
Intermediate:
Senior:
Project Letter
All project manuals are received through the Larimer County 4-H Extension office. These will be distributed to 4-H members through their organizational leaders (club leaders) after enrollment is complete. For more information on enrollment visit Join 4-H.
Thinking about signing up for the Sheep Project? Already enrolled but have questions? Contact:
Bailey Schilling
4-H Livestock Agent
970-498-6022
schillbw@co.larimer.co.us
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Colorado State University Extension is an equal opportunity provider. Colorado State University does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. CSU’s Office of Engagement and Extension ensures meaningful access and equal opportunities to participate to individuals whose first language is not English. Colorado State University Extension es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.
Colorado State University no discrimina por motivos de discapacidad y se compromete a proporcionar adaptaciones razonables. Office of Engagement and Extension de CSU garantiza acceso significativo e igualdad de oportunidades para participar a las personas quienes su primer idioma no es el inglés.
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