Sharing the love of natural fiber animals. Welcome to the herd.
What’s coming up next:
Fiber Market Day!!!
See under events tab…
The 27th Annual Fiber Market Day is scheduled for April 26, 2025
MEMBERSHIP: Renew or join right here under Membership tab in the menu, select type, add to cart, fill out renewal form, add to cart (again), GO TO YOUR CART AT THE TOP RIGHT CORNER, click on Checkout, wait a moment (if you get a timed out message, left arrow back to checkout page and retry), payment, purchase. Welcome!
Updated fees effective Jan 1, 2023:
Individual $25
Family (2+ members in household) $30
Junior $10
Next member meet-up: Sunday, November 10, 2024, 2:00 pm via Zoom (see email for link)
2024 scheduled meeting dates are as follows: Jan. 14. Feb 4 (change due to Super Bowl). March 10. April 14. May 5 (change due to Mother’s Day). June 9. July 14. Aug (Crook County Fair, time/date TBA). Sep 8. Oct 13. Nov 10. Dec 8. Time will be 2:00 pm on all dates unless otherwise notified; specific pertinent meeting info is emailed to members a day or two prior to the date.
Since the late 90s, our members from all over Central Oregon have promoted the raising of sheep for wool and the use of their fiber in practical and artistic activities - spinning, weaving, felting, and more!
The mission of High Desert Wool Growers is to promote all aspects of the sheep and fiber animal industry with no bias toward operation size or breed. HDWG aims to provide a networking organization for individuals within the industry in Central Oregon’s high desert region. Together, we provide education about fiber animals and fiber art, support youth fiber animal projects, and build community.
Small Farm Businesses
HDWG seeks to promote fiber animals for the small farm operation. We aim to be a resource for fiber folks from all backgrounds - no herd required. Whether you’re an avid fiber artist, interested in getting started or a life-long farmer, you’re welcome here.
Fiber Market Day
For 26 years, we have hosted Fiber Market Day - a community event to gather fiber enthusiasts from across the Pacific Northwest. This one-day event held each spring features education, exhibition, and a fiber market. Filled with farmers and artists sharing their incredible handmade natural fibers with the people who appreciate them.
Educational Opportunities
Several times each year, we have opportunities to provide education regarding breeds of fiber animals, types of fiber, and ways to process and use fiber. Some of this is via displays at our excellent local county fairs. Our group shares sales space at Oregon Flock & Fiber Festival. At times, other occasions present themselves with local schools or community programs.
