What is the closest airport?

The closest airport to the event is in Salt Lake City, about 1 hr 20 minutes from the event.

Attendees should book lodging in Logan, Utah, about 15 minutes from the venue.

Lunch is provided both days. Tickets are required to attend the banquet on Friday evening.

Friday, September 12

USU Shepherd's Symposium: Celebrating 50 Years of St. Croix Sheep

Join us at the USU Shepherd's Symposium and Celebration of 50 Years of St. Croix Sheep in the continental U.S.A.

By St. Croix Hair Sheep Breeders

Date and time

Location

USU South Farm

3580 South Hwy 89-91 Wellsville, UT 84339

Refund Policy

No refunds

Lineup

Agenda

Day One, Sept 12

Day Two, Sept 13

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Registration

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Lunch & Keynote Address

Cole Evans

Mr. Cole Evans will share memories of working with the first flock of St. Croix sheep at USU.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Current State of the Sheep Industry & Ongoing Research at USU

Dr. Chad Page

Dr. Chad Page will discuss current trends in the sheep industry and share ongoing research projects at Utah State University.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

St. Croix Sheep as a Model for Immune Function and Parasite Resistance

Dr. Scott Bowdridge

Dr. Scott Bowdridge of West Virginia University will discuss what his research has revealed about the immune function and parasite resistance in sheep, using St. Croix sheep as a model.

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Review of St. Croix Research, Past and Present

Dr. Stephan Wildeus

Dr. Stephan Wildeus of Virginia State University will provide a historical review of his decades of research with St. Croix sheep and discuss current projects.

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Break & Networking

Spend some time chatting with other shepherds or visiting the exhibitors.

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Celebrating 50 Years of St. Croix Sheep Banquet

Join us at the celebratory banquet where we will hear from research universities with flocks of St. Croix sheep, including Virginia State University, West Virginia University, Utah State University, ...

About this event

Event lasts 1 day 4 hours
Free venue parking

USU Shepherd's Symposium: Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of St. Croix Sheep

Co-sponsored by Utah State University Extension and St. Croix Hair Sheep Breeders

Attend the Utah State University Shepherd's Symposium to participate in two days of education for sheep producers. This is a unique opportunity to learn from industry experts and enhance your shepherding skills. Anticipate engaging sessions and valuable networking opportunities. Join us at our Celebratory Banquet to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of USU's importation and importance of the St. Croix breed. Let's reflect on the journey, share stories, and honor this iconic landmark. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with fellow enthusiasts and history buffs. See you there!

Organized by

St. Croix Hair Sheep Breeders