RAMSAY FARMS: Ready or not!

Friday, April 10, 2009

Ready or not!

Well the expedition is loaded to the gills! I think I'm forgetting something I'm sure of it, but time will tell. The mandatory check list for each dog show has been checked off and anything 'extra' for the week+ of living out of a suitcase should be interesting :)

I will try and find a computer to update you all, but i DO have facebook on my phone so I can update those who are fellow facebookers as to what is going on!

If you haven't heard from me by April 22nd something has happened to me! :)

Mitcham is already at 'Grandma' Mary's house and he absolutely loves her hubby Tim. He wants to play with the GSPs but he just doesn't know how to play with BIG dogs......as with the Cardis he just trips them and then sits on them. I miss the big galoot!

5 comments:

Rayna said...: You better keep in phone contact with me or I will hurt you! I want updates after ALL shows :D; April 10, 2009 at 10:30 AM
Dawn said...: Have fun and enjoy the time. Feel free to call with details.; April 10, 2009 at 11:24 AM
penni said...: I'll see you there, Garrett. I'll have my laptop so you can stop in and do an update to keep these people from hurting you.; April 10, 2009 at 12:11 PM
country girl said...: Have a great time. Looking forward to pictures.; April 12, 2009 at 8:46 PM
Yellow Jacket Ridge Angoras said...: Have a wonderful trip! Blessings your way.; April 13, 2009 at 11:14 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."

RAMSAY FARMS

Friday, April 10, 2009

Ready or not!

5 comments:

A long time coming!

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