Boulder County Parks and Open Space is hosting Barnyard Critter Day event from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 22 at the Agricultural Heritage Center, 8348 Highway 66, Longmont.

Attendees will learn about the roles that chickens, pigs, horses and other animals play on a working farm. Along with the regular lineup of chickens, goats, sheep, pigs, mini mules, cows and horses, the event will feature demonstrations of sheep herding, sheep shearing, wool washing and spinning.

Participants can meet 4-H groups showcasing their animals and a ranger with their horse. Hands-on activities include butter making, corn cob doll crafting, calf roping and flower pressing. A food truck will be on-site.

The event is free. No pets are permitted to ensure working animals will not be distracted. To sign up for not

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