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Burgos: sheep shearing experience
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- Discover the ancient art of sheep shearing: Try manual shearing with the help of an expert guide
- Visit the Burgos farm: Meet a unique variety of animals in an authentic setting
- Taste genuine products: An experience enriched by the authentic flavors of the region
Experience the unique experience of sheep shearing on a farm in the village of Burgos in central Sardinia.
Here in the month of June, sheep are relieved of the warm wool by shearing, a very important activity from which also derives the art of weaving and the wonderful Sardinian carpets, made with the peculiar techniques that each village has by tradition. With the guide's help and directions, you will have the opportunity to try manual shearing. The experience will be enriched by a complete tour of the farm, in the company of your guide, where you will learn about the incredible variety of animals kept inside.
Take the opportunity to experience first-hand the ancient tradition of shearing and taste the genuine products of the area!
- Maintain a calm and respectful behaviour around animals to avoid frightening them
- The workshop is conducted in full compliance with animal rights and safety protocols
PROGRAMME
- Welcome: an illustrative walk around the farm, where you will get to know many animal species in addition to the Sardinian sheep; llamas, alpacas, peacocks and many varieties of birds from all over the world.
- Moving into the sheepfold, you will enter into the heart of the pastoral tradition. After an introductory briefing, you will attend a shearing demonstration: a fundamental practice for the processing of Sardinian wool and the well-being of sheep.
- Workshop: under the expert guidance of shepherds, you will experience first-hand the techniques used, learn the differences between manual and mechanical tools, and touch the freshly sheared wool. You will discover how this precious raw material is worked into elaborate fabrics and artefacts, the symbol of Sardinian craftsmanship.
- Tasting: at the end of the experience you will taste a selection of typical local products.
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