Sheep Shearing Day at Los Luceros

Navajo-Churro sheep are a unique and endangered breed, descended from sheep brought to New Mexico by the Spanish before 1600 AD. The Diné (Navajo) bred the sheep for their unique wool that is perfect for weaving, thereby creating the unique species they call “The First” or “The True Sheep.”

Join Los Luceros Historic Site for their annual Sheep Shearing Day for a great opportunity to see these gorgeous animals up close and to learn more about them. Visitors can help to skirt the wool as it comes off the sheep and participate in sheep-related workshops. The event also features food, vendors, and educational opportunities for all ages. 

SCHEDULE:

7:00 AM: Birding Tour with the Pajarito Environmental Education Center. Register at  https://peecnature.org/events/

8:00 AM: Shearer Kerry Mower will begin shearing the flock using double-bow shears. The shearing should be completed by 11:00am, so arrive early.

9:00 AM – 3:00 PM: Skirt wool with the Española Valley Fiber Arts Center volunteers

12:00 PM: "Read with a Ranger" story time featuring the book, “Wally Does Not Want a Haircut”

12:30 PM: Children’s Weaving Activity

WORKSHOPS:

10:00 AM: Drop spinning class. Ages 5+. Register by calling 505-476-1165.

1:00 PM: Drop spinning class. Ages 5+. Register by calling 505-476-1165.

3:00 PM: Learn to Draw Navajo-Churro Sheep class, ages 12 and up. Register by calling 505-476-1165.

FOOD TRUCKS: Manko, Teriyaki Queen, and Fistful of Butter

COST: Site Admission is FREE to all NM residents and $7/adults for non-residents. Free to children 16 and younger, Indigenous People, NM Foster Families, NM Disabled Veterans, and MNMF Members. Workshops are free, but require advance registration by calling 505-476-1165.