Women's Lambing

During the spring lambing season, women from across the country visit Heifer Ranch to watch a lamb take its first steps and reflect on the new beginnings that Heifer brings to millions of families. The activities throughout the program help participants understand and appreciate the lives of those helped by Heifer.

Guests will stay on Heifer Ranch in a climate-controlled lodge with two people to a room. Each room includes towels, bed linens and a private bathroom. Meals are served cafeteria-style in the dining hall.

Activities include:

• A brief introduction to gestation, birth, and post-lambing care of ewes and lambs
• Birthing checks
• Cheese-making and/or wool crafts
• Sessions on gender equity, sustainable agriculture and Heifer's livestock practices
• Daily and seasonal farm chores, such as caring for the animals and gardens

During their time on the Heifer Ranch, participants should be prepared for up to two miles of walking on a full day's program.

Women's Lambing Program Requirements
Minimum Age: 16. Those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tuition Fee Includes: Educational programming, work projects, shared lodging and meals (dinner the first night to breakfast on the last day) and shuttle service to and from the Little Rock Airport.

All programs below are in Perryville, Arkansas.

Women's Lambing Extended Weekend
March 22-25, 2012 - Tuition: $375 per person

Women's Lambing Week  
March 25-30, 2012 - Tuition: $600 per person

Women's Lambing Weekend
March 30 - April 1, 2012 - Tuition: $275 per person

To book a program or for more information about Heifer Learning Center at Heifer Ranch, browse our frequently asked questions, email the Heifer Ranch Reservations Office or call (501) 889-5124.