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Some course topics would include:
Shearing patterns, techniques and quality methods of shearing for better efficiency and the improved harvest of the wool clip.
Shearing gear preparation and grinding techniques, bio security issues
Health and nutrition
Fleece preparation.
The course will be limited to set number of participants and early registration is recommended in order to secure your spot.
For more information please contact:
Eastern Canada - Peter Kudelka 519-348-4266 peter_kudelka@sympatico.ca or OSMA - general@ontariosheep.org
Western Canada - Alberta Lamb 403-948-8533 www.ablamb.ca
Location: Everett, ON
Date: Sept 22-24, 2026
Cost: $600 (includes GST)
Enrollment for at least 8 Students but could handle possibly 10.
Support from Rucco Bratt, Tom Redpath and Rachel Duncan as Peter trys to have an instructor for every three students as they are taught, shearing setup, sheep handling, handpiece setup, staying healthy while shearing, and the handling of wool. A yoga teacher will be available daily to put us through stretching exercises and Harriot Boone to talk to us about wool preparation.
Registration required: $200 deposit cheque payable to Peter Kudelka - please register by end of July if possible
Requirements: please advise left or right handed, food issues
For more info please contact Peter Kudelka or visit OSMA website
Contact: Peter Kudelka: 519-348-4266 Cell: 519-274-2050
peter_kudelka@sympatico.ca