Image Caption: Sheep at Negandank Barn near front gate
Winterthur’s Natural Lands team is looking for volunteers to assist with the daily care of our five goats and five sheep. This is a great opportunity for families, folks looking to gain experience with small ruminants, or anyone who loves animals. This is a long-term position, with limited supervision.
• Morning feeding, which involves separating the sheep and the goats for different feeding routines and letting goats and sheep into the pasture for the day.
• Afternoon, make sure the sheep and the goats have water, are separated, and secured in the barn for the night.
• Filling/cleaning water containers, as needed
• Sweeping/cleaning the barn, as needed
• Observing goats and sheep and reporting any signs of injury or illness.
Qualifications:
Interested volunteers must be able to commit at least one morning or afternoon per week. Currently the greatest need is on SUNDAY & TUESDAY AFTERNOON, 4—6PM. Experience working with livestock is a plus, but not needed; all training will be provided. Ability to lift ~50lbs and handle large animals (between 60lbs and 160lbs) is useful; while the livestock are very friendly and generally gentle, they are animals and can act as such. Must be willing to get a little dirty!
Hours:
• Weekday and/or weekends: Mornings, anytime between 6 am and 9 am. Afternoons, anytime between 4 pm and 7 pm.
Interested? Apply now!
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