Down on the Farm: News and Notes from Gale Woods

New Year’s Resolution: Eat More Pasture-Raised Lamb
The cost for a Lamb Share is $140 and consists of the following: two packages of ground lamb, one package of lamb sticks, a package of bone-in leg of lamb, two packages kabob meat, one lamb shoulder roast, one rack of lamb, two packages of lamb steaks, two packages of lamb chops and a package of polish sausage (50 percent lamb/50 percent pork).

If purchasing these cuts separately, cost would be approximately $160.

Gale Woods Farm also has a nice selection of individual cuts of pork and beef (beef is a combination of grain-fed and grass-fed) and whole frozen chickens.

The farm's visitor center and store is open 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 12 p.m.–5 p.m. on Sunday.

Limited shares are available. Call 763.694.2001 or check online for more information on what's available at the Farm Store.

Upcoming Events on the Farm

Preschool Drop-off: Lil' Farmhands 
Tuesdays in January; 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Drop off your child for fun and learning on the farm! Each day we'll explore a new farm theme through stories, songs and more.

Intro to Knitting 
Saturday, January 21; 1-4 p.m.
Experience the joy of knitting and creating usable art. Farm staff will teach you casting on and off and the basic knit stitch. Leave with a good start on a small cotton washcloth.

Swedish Two-Ended Knitting 
Saturday, January 21; 1-4 p.m.
Join Wendy J. Johnson of Saga Hill Designs to learn the basics of tvaandsticking (Swedish two-ended/twined knitting) and start a pair of durable fingerless mitts.

Sheep To Slippers Or Mittens 
Saturday, January 28; 9:30 AM-4 PM
Create a wearable felted project with wool from Gale Woods sheep. Meet the sheep, learn how to process wool, and make a pair of warm, durable felted mittens or slippers.

See a complete listing of events happening at Gale Woods Farm

Did you know?
Any individual can request a scholarship to attend a Park District Public Program. Qualifying individuals can request up to two scholarships per year. Approved scholarship recipients will receive a reduction or waiver of program fees. A maximum subsidy of 60 percent is available for public programs and lessons based on level of need. Please call 763-694-2001for further details.