Category Archives: Goats

I’m goating* you on

Posted on February 9, 2012 by didaniel

I don’t think I’ve met a soul who isn’t smitten with goats (myself included). If you live in the Triangle or Triad, here are some great goat-loving opportunities that will let you get up close and personal with the ridiculously … Continue reading →

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Say cheese! And then learn how to make it

Posted on October 28, 2011 by didaniel

I used to hear about a cheese-making class once or twice a year. Now they’re popping up like mold spores on your favorite Stilton. Here are a couple in NC in November. Sleepy Goat Farm in Pelham (Caswell County) has just … Continue reading →

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A bevy of baby goats? I’m there!

Posted on February 7, 2011 by didaniel

One of my favorite twice-yearly events is Open Barn Weekend at Celebrity Dairy outside of Siler City. This spring’s dates are the weekends of February 12 and 13 (THIS weekend) and March 12 and 13, from noon to five, both … Continue reading →

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Library Journal bestows kind words on ‘Farm Fresh’

Posted on February 5, 2011 by didaniel

I’m excited about my first official “Farm Fresh” book review. Not only is it accurate, it’s complimentary! Thank you, Library Journal! This appeared this week, written by Janet Ross.   “Rev up your transportation and head for the North Carolina countryside—this … Continue reading →

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Sheep, goats, Santa, and more on Dec. 18

Posted on December 14, 2010 by didaniel

Two great kid-friendly open-farm events are happening this Saturday in the Triangle, and if you plan your day right, you can hit them both.  Captain John S. Pope Farm in Cedar Grove, which specializes in pasture-raised dorper sheep, is holding … Continue reading →

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On-farm fiber fun and more on Oct. 3

Posted on September 30, 2010 by didaniel

Two wonderful Triad farms are holding joint open-farm days on Sunday. Neither are regularly open to the public (though Goat Lady does have dinner dates), so this is a great chance to see them. Both events are free! So, Sunday, Oct. 3, … Continue reading →

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A Prodigal feast at Eastern Triangle Farm Tour

Posted on September 20, 2010 by didaniel

The 5th annual Eastern Triangle Farm Tour was this past weekend, featuring a record 24 sites. While the Piedmont Farm Tour is larger, the Eastern version is growing yearly. Both are sponsored by the hard-working folks at Carolina Farm Stewardship … Continue reading →

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Jump on these Goat Lady dinner openings

Posted on September 7, 2010 by didaniel

In a most unusual turn of events, Goat Lady Dairy south of Greensboro has openings at two upcoming dinners, this Friday evening and Sunday, I think for brunch, though I can’t figure it out. Meals are served in the farm’s … Continue reading →

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