Black Sheep Gathering

Black Sheep Gathering June 26-28, 2026 at the Linn Co Expo! Free admission and parking! Annually in late June.

Come see one of the most unique events in the country celebrating natural colored animals and their fiber. Take part in one of the most unique events in the country celebrating natural colored animals and their fiber.

We’re fortunate to have the support of Robinson Ranch as a Silver level sponsor of our event! Robinson Ranch will have a...
06/22/2026

We’re fortunate to have the support of Robinson Ranch as a Silver level sponsor of our event! Robinson Ranch will have a market booth in the sheep show barn with roving, yarn, and more- be sure to stop by and see their beautiful farm products this weekend!

The Black Sheep Gathering 2026 is coming right up- June 26-28 at the Linn Co fairgrounds in Albany, OR!

The BSG Merch team is working hard tagging and sorting merchandise! We have some really fun new items, including our lim...
06/19/2026

The BSG Merch team is working hard tagging and sorting merchandise!

We have some really fun new items, including our limited edition stitch marker created in partnership with !

We still need a few more volunteers at the Merch table/ Info Booth! Please email Caroline at [email protected] to sign up!

🐑✨ Don't forget to visit our Barn Vendors during the Black Sheep Gathering!From farm-raised fiber and yarn to handcrafte...
06/19/2026

🐑✨ Don't forget to visit our Barn Vendors during the Black Sheep Gathering!

From farm-raised fiber and yarn to handcrafted products made from their own animals, our Barn Vendors offer a unique opportunity to shop directly from the producers who make it all possible. Stop by, say hello, and support the hardworking shepherds, farmers, and fiber artists who bring their passion from pasture to product. 💜
Ronan Country Fibers
Billy Goat Mountain Ranch
Moon Valley Angoras
Two Pennies Farm with Cloudspun Angoras
River Birch Farems
Honey Hoof Ranch
Ronan Country Fibers
Windy Indigo Farms & Fiber
Kane Creek Farm
Smilin Cow Ranch
Apple Creek Merinos
Black Cloud Farm
Cedar Creek Farm & Fiber
Robinson Ranch
Liongate Farm
Santini Farms & Woolens
Yeti Creation Farms
Blue Mist Farm
Covered Bridge Farm
Shepherds Lane of Oregon
Pure Valais

We're fortunate to have the support of the Valais Blacknose Sheep Society as a Gold-level sponsor of our 2026 event! Est...
06/17/2026

We're fortunate to have the support of the Valais Blacknose Sheep Society as a Gold-level sponsor of our 2026 event!

Established in 2017 to support the development of the American Valais Blacknose Sheep, VBSS membership is open to everyone who shares a love of this unique animal. Be sure to come watch their Regional Show that will be held Friday afternoon of our event, June 26, 2026.

For more information about the Association, please visit https://www.valaisblacknosesheepsociety.org/

A huge thank-you to our Gold-level sponsor Black Sheep Ranch!Located in Oakdale, California, Black Sheep Ranch is known ...
06/17/2026

A huge thank-you to our Gold-level sponsor Black Sheep Ranch!
Located in Oakdale, California, Black Sheep Ranch is known for its rigorous breed-up program that values the attributes of their foundation ewes. Their commitment to ethical breeding, animal welfare, and agricultural education makes them a truly one-of-a-kind operation. 🐑

Get more info at https://blacksheepranchca.com/
Thanks for contributing to make our event a success!

Many thanks to our Gold-level sponsor, Vineyard Valais! Nestled in the rolling vineyards of Paso Robles, Vineyard Valais...
06/17/2026

Many thanks to our Gold-level sponsor, Vineyard Valais!
Nestled in the rolling vineyards of Paso Robles, Vineyard Valais is dedicated to raising exceptional Valais Blacknose sheep - the world's cutest and most charming breed. As a premier Valais Blacknose breeder in the USA, they specialize in top-tier breeding stock with elite genetics, outstanding fleece quality, and friendly temperaments.

Come see them and the other Valais Blacknose entries at the regional show that will be hosted by the Black Sheep Gathering, June 26-28!

More information about Vineyard Valais can be found at https://vineyardvalais.com/

🚨 The wait is over! 🚨The **Black Sheep Gathering Vendor Map & Vendor List** are officially here! 🐑🎉 Time to start planni...
06/16/2026

🚨 The wait is over! 🚨

The **Black Sheep Gathering Vendor Map & Vendor List** are officially here! 🐑🎉 Time to start planning your route, circling your must-visit booths, and mentally preparing your wallet for all the treasures you definitely didn't know you needed.

From wooly goodness to fiber arts tools, craft supplies, and everything in between, our vendors are bringing an incredible lineup to this year's event. Check out the map, make your game plan, and get ready to shop, explore, and maybe leave with a few more bags than you arrived with. 😉

View the vendor map and list now and start counting down to the Gathering!
https://blacksheepgathering.org/pdf/2026BSGMarketLayout.pdf
The vendor marketplace will be open 9-6, 9-5, and 9-4 respectively June 26-28, 2026 at the Linn Co Fairgrounds in Albany, OR!

We are so grateful to Gold-level sponsor Cloud Cap Valais! Their flock of Valais Blacknose sheep are raised with an unwa...
06/16/2026

We are so grateful to Gold-level sponsor Cloud Cap Valais! Their flock of Valais Blacknose sheep are raised with an unwavering focus on fleece quality, structural conformation, and a calm, social temperament. For more information on their breeding program and animals, visit https://cloudcapvalais.com/

Call for Volunteers! This is an easy one, Booth Sitting! Much easier than babysitting, all we ask is that you help our v...
06/13/2026

Call for Volunteers!
This is an easy one, Booth Sitting! Much easier than babysitting, all we ask is that you help our vendors out by attending to their booth while they get a bio break or grab a much-needed snack! The marketplace runs much more smoothly when we don't have hangry vendors, after all!

Shifts can be short, are needed throughout the event weekend, and there's no training required! Please consider donating a small amount of your time to keep our event humming 🐑

If interested, please contact Lisa at [email protected]
The Black Sheep Gathering will be held June 26-28 at the Linn Co fairgrounds in Albany, OR

06/13/2026

If soft, springy fleeces are your favorite, this workshop is for you.

Fine wool breeds are loved for their softness, bounce, and beautiful finished yarns—but those same qualities can make them challenging to card. In our Breed Sampler: Fine Wools workshop, you'll get hands-on experience working with a variety of fine wool breeds while learning how to avoid common carding frustrations, which breeds tend to be the most challenging, and when a substitute breed can help you achieve similar results.

Each student works on their own electric Elite Crankless drum carder, and all materials, carders, and tools are provided.

Join us this year at:
Black Sheep Gathering (Oregon) – June - DFW Fiber Fest (Texas) – August - Wisconsin Sheep & Wool Festival (Wisconsin) – September

Bouncy fleece. Squishy fleece. Soft fleece. Come discover how to get the most out of these beautiful fibers.

Link in bio for workshop details and registration.


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Saturday 9am - 5pm
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