Resurgence of Sheep Bands in the Wood River Valley: A Tradition Revived This time of year, as thousands of sheep in distinct bands move south from higher elevation summer grazing allotments, the Wood River Valley becomes a hub for the sheep industry. Soon, these woolly animals will be trucked out to warmer places for the […]
Sheep Bands Descend into the Wood River Valley: A Cultural and Economic Shift The Trailing of the Sheep Festival Every year, as summer turns to autumn, the Wood River Valley in Idaho experiences a unique spectacle: the migration of thousands of sheep through the valley. These sheep, part of distinct bands, are making their way […]