June 22-24, 2012
Lane County Fairgrounds
Eugene, Oregon
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| Printable BSG Flyer |
Come join us for this year’s Black Sheep Gathering!
As always, Admission & Parking at the Gathering are FREE! |
- Join the spinning circles (open to all).
- Listen and Learn from several free talks and demonstrations throughout the weekend.
- Enroll in one of the many workshops taught by gifted and renowned instructors.
- Watch the pace of the Sheep-to-Shawl competition on Friday.
On Saturday night, bring something to share for the annual Potluck, then join the enthusiastic crowd enjoying the Spinner's Lead.
Registration for BSG 2012 will be available online on March 31, as well as through the traditional mail-in registration. If there are spaces still available in classes, new registrations will be taken during the Black Sheep Gathering. However, registering early gives you a better chance of getting into the classes you want.
Contact Lane County Fairgrounds regarding overnight camping reservations. If you need lodging in Eugene, check the list of motels on the Travel Page. Be aware that Olympic Trials are being held in Eugene on the very same weekend.
For more visitor information, contact Eugene, Cascades & Coast Visitor Information at 1-800-547-5445 or their website, EugeneCascadesCoast.org.
Daily schedules are available at the information booth. As always, admission and parking at the Gathering are free. Bring your families and friends, and take part in one of the most unique events in the country celebrating natural-colored animals and their fiber. Please remember, no dogs other than service dogs are allowed.
The Black Sheep Gathering is an all-volunteer organization that welcomes your suggestions, participation and assistance. For information on specific events, to volunteer or to offer suggestions, please contact us.
Remember to read this website carefully for information about entries, rules and workshop registrations. The complete Show Catalog is available in PDF format for downloading and printing.
Mission Statement: The Black Sheep Gathering is an annual event where participants exchange their knowledge and appreciation for handcraft, fibers, and the animals that produce them.
Goals: The Black Sheep Gathering strives to provide an environment dedicated to education, cooperation and participation in atmosphere of fellowship and fun, celebrating natural colored animals and their fiber.