4-H Projects

Sheep

Sheep 1
Rams, Lambs, and You

Publication # BU-6367 (2003)
Suggested for Beginner Level

Members can:

  • learn about the parts and uses of sheep
  • determine the age of sheep by their teeth
  • learn how to care for sheep
  • show sheep

Available online:
Showing and Fitting Your First 4-H Lamb, 4-H Manual 145, Clemson University (See Related Resources)

Sheep 2
Shear Delight

Publication # BU-6368 (2003)
Suggested for Intermediate Level

Members can:

  • explore sheep diseases and health problems
  • determine lamb yield grades
  • learn various care practices such as ear tagging and vaccinating
  • deliver a lamb

Sheep 3
Leading the Flock

Publication # BU-6369 (2002)
Suggested for Advanced Level

Members can:

  • prepare an operation budget
  • learn how to improve a flock
  • prepare lamb product marketing plan
  • design the ideal sheep

Helper’s Guide for Sheep 1 - 3
Sheep Group Activity Guide

Publication # BU-6370 (2003)


Available online:
Illinois 4-H Livestock Record
Publication # RA0102 (See Related Resources)

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