RAMSAY FARMS: Blogger get together at the Nationals?

Wednesday, April 8, 2009

Blogger get together at the Nationals?

Do us blogging buddies want to have a 'get together' social hour or something one night during the Nationals? It would be fun to have stickers that said "hello my name is: ramsayfarms.blogspot.com". I don't know some of the names behind the Blogger ID names but it would be fun to put a face and name to the blog :)

Just an idea. Who's up for it? :) Maybe even get a GROUP photo? :)

8 comments:

penni said...: I definititely think we should try to get together -- though the schedule doesn't leave much time for "outside gatherings". C-Myste, Yasashiikuma, and Fromdownhere will be under the rainbow canopy at ringside. We'll be welcoming visitors any time.; April 8, 2009 at 1:02 PM
coopercreek said...: Yes, yes. Get together and group photo!!!

I've got my door hanger done for the hotel door and for the grooming area. I've made Sarah and Emily one too for our grooming area in case they didn't make one). I have the performance dinner Monday, Megan dinner Tuesday, and Annual banquet dinner (I think Thursday), but Wednesday is open. Also we could always meet for drinks in the hotel bar.; April 8, 2009 at 1:20 PM
Winjammin' said...: Sounds like fun. Outside of the Nationals evening events, we also have my mother, who lives in Topeka, visiting us, so we have to do dinner and such with her as well. Keep us posted and we'll be there if possible. You know us...we'll be anywhere and everywhere!! :o); April 8, 2009 at 2:10 PM
Holly said...: I would enjoy a get together! Door hangers in tow. On the road so I can't make a "name tag". Looking forward to seeing you all!

Safe travels!; April 8, 2009 at 8:20 PM
Lybertygirl said...: Ohhh Please wait until Thursday or Friday to get together - maybe drinks after the classes finish on Thursday - Janet (Simple Things) and I can't get there until early thursday morning and we want to meet everybody.; April 8, 2009 at 10:17 PM
solstice kennels said...: I want to come, but wait I'm not going to be there :-( Whaaaaaa
I dropped PJ off at Julie's for his ride to KS, can't believe I'm not going.; April 9, 2009 at 12:31 AM
Emily said...: I am on the road...but sounds like fun! We are in Idaho...almost to Utah!; April 9, 2009 at 9:13 PM
dreameyce said...: Well, we didn't get complete group pics, but at least we all met!; April 20, 2009 at 5:34 PM

Who we are

Ramsay Farms is situated in the northeastern part of Ottertail County, near Perham, Minnesota. This family farm of 320 acres has been in the Ramsay family for five generations, dating back to 1892. Today our farm prides itself on our Simmental cattle, Shetland Sheep and BlueFaced Leicester sheep. We strive to breed animals that closest match the breed standards given to them, and mindful of production, health and longevity in our animals as well.

In spring of 2016, there was a purchase of 32 acres in Green County, Wisconsin to accommodate Garrett for his work in that region. The animals have for the most part been moved to that location. Both locations will work in tandem to continue educating and promoting these animals and this way of life.

From the Shetland Sheep Society

"Shetland sheep have for generations been noted for their very soft and well crimped fleece. The wool is the finest of all native breeds and shows an amazing variety of colours and patterns. There are 11 main whole colours and 30 recognised markings.

By selecting from coloured fleeces a range of naturally coloured yarn can be produced. This eliminates the need for dyeing and therefore retains the soft feel of the natural fibre and is favoured by those who prefer a totally natural approach.

Shetland wool fibres are of a simple construction witha central cortex covered by a thin scaly cuticle, and have an average diameter of about 23 microns. However there is a range from 10-20 microns for neck and shoulder wool to 25to 35 microns for britch wool. the average staple length is 3.5 inches. The amount of crimp varies, and is most important in providing the 'bounce' required for knitwear. There is a positive correlation between fineness and crimp, with wool of the finest quality being crimped at between 8 and 12 to the inch. Wool from shetland sheep is used to produce gossamer lace, the famous 'Fair Isle' knitwear, and fine tweeds. Pure bred Shetland sheep tend to shed their fleece in sprin. The growth of new fleece can cause a rise or weak point and where this is present the fleece can sometimes be plucked or 'rooed' by hand. The timing of this can be different in each sheep, however, it is worth taking the care to get it right as rooed fleece can be amongst the softest because the fibres have no harsh cut ends as occurs with a sheared fleece.

Shetland fleece can be handspun straight from the fleece or made into rolags and then woollen spun. It can also be sorsted spun by hand, used on a peg loom or handwoven. It also felts well using either dry or wet methods. When processed commercially the wool can be made into the finest lightweight worsted cloth or heavier weight, harder wearing fabrics and tweeds."

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Wednesday, April 8, 2009

Blogger get together at the Nationals?

8 comments:

A long time coming!

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