A Shearing Story

posted November 2002

Boss Cocky.

Boss Cocky

One lot waiting in the cool of the shed.

One lot waiting in the cool of the shed

From the main holding area into the run...	and then into the holding pen.

Pull one out...	and strap her down.

Oil the shears...	and shear away.

Two shearers at once pump out 14 an hour.

Two shearers at once pump out 14 an hour

Take the top off...	and send them out.

Before and after.

Before and after

Meanwhile, back in the shed...

Some camera-shy ladies class the fleeces...	and pack them.