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123 FARM
Sheep Shearing
Festival
After 10 wonderful years of hosting the annual Sheep Shearing Festival, we regret to announce that it will no longer continue. We thank the community for their support and look forward to bringing you new and exciting festivals in the future.
Festival Highlights
PET POLICY: No pets allowed. Service animals welcome. Be aware that we have free roaming farm dogs on the property. Very friendly to guests and authentic service animals, but not friendly to pets.
GUESTS WITH DISABILITIES: As a real working farm, please be aware that many areas of the property are not ideal for guests using a wheelchair or walker (uneven ground, wood chip cover, etc.).
Free Admission with Paid Parking
Parking starts at $12 per vehicle*
*If parking off-site, admission will be charged
Wool Crafts
Sign up for various related classes on making your own felted animal, marcame keychain and more!
Natural Dyes
See how natural dyes are made using leaves, herbs and other organic materials from our farm.
Farm Tours
Join us for an enriching experience exploring different parts of our property including a vineyard tour and a walking farm tour.
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Things to do
Sheep shearing
Daily time 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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TRACTOR TOUR
Daily time 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
123 farm tour guide
sheep dog herding demo
Saturday & Sunday, 11:30 am & 2:30 pm
BY DANA
SHEEP FEEDING
Time 11:00 am, 12:00 pm, 2:00 pm & 3:00 pm
free but sign up required
worm farm
Saturday & Sunday 12:00 pm & 2:00 pm
free
Meet outside the lobby. No pre-registration required.
Highland Springs Ranch and Inn History Tour
Saturday at 1:00 pm
free
Meet outside the Lobby. No pre-registration required.
SCAVENGER HUNT
All Day
Game Boards available at the front desk
Lamb Dishes
SHEPHERD'S PIE
ground lamb, root vegetables cooked in a rich gravy sauce, covered with creamy mashed potato, chives, and sourdough bread crumbs 18
LAMB BURGER
1/3 lb. all-natural grilled lamb burger on a brioche bun with arugula, sweet onion jam, harissa and mint yogurt sauce served with french fries 20
LAMB GYRO
sauteéd lamb in curry, cucumbers, tomatoes topped with harissa mint yogurt in a soft pita bread 16
SAFFRON QUINOA WITH STEAK GF
cucumber, tomato, olives, onion, oregano, paprika 25
CHICKEN TAGINE GF
couscous, olives, artichoke, lemon, capers, parsley 20
CHEESEBURGER
1/3 lb. organic beef patty, served on a 123 Dough bun with lettuce, tomato, onions, garlic aoli and cheddar cheese served with fries 20
HOT DOG & FRIES
Hebrew national all beef hot dog served with a bag of chips 12
upgrade to fries + 3
Sourdough Pizza
Our sourdough pizza is crafted from organic ingredients and free from yeast, dairy and eggs. Our dough undergoes a 36-hour fermentation process, ensuring exceptional flavor.
CHEESE
organic marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella 14
PEPPERONI
sliced pepperoni, organic marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella 16
MARGHERITA
roasted tomatoes, organic shredded mozzarella, organic marinara sauce, organic basil 18
FIG & GOAT CHEESE
herb oil sauce, sliced dried figs, caramelized sweet onions, wild arugula 20
Desserts
SHEEP COOKIES 6
SHEEP FUNNEL CAKE 20
powdered sugar, mixed berry cmpote, and whipped cream
ORGANIC LAVENDER CHEESECAKE 8
topped with mixed berry compote
HOUSEMADE ORGANIC ICE CREAM 8
honey lavender, chocolate lavender, strawberry lavender
sheep shearing festival
Craft Classes
NEEDLE FELTING
$18
DREAM CATCHER MAKING
$12
Indigo Tote Dyeing
$15
kids crafts
Prices vary
Festival Map
1. Admission
2. Lavender Fields
Visit us in June or July to see the beautiful lavender fields in bloom.
3. Olive Grove Photo Opp
Take a photo on a vintage sofa located in our century-old olive groves.
4. Tea House
Visit our tea house featuring Wild Orchard Regenerative Teas and 123 Farm Teas. Enjoy scrumptious tea infused desserts accompanied by specialty tea blends. Experience the harmonious balance of flavors through our tea and food pairing.
5. 1000-year-old Oak Tree
6. Sourdough Pizza, Lavender Bar + Live Music
Taste our organic sourdough pizzas, fermented for over 30 hours. Don't miss our popular Fig and Lavender Goat Cheese pizza, and try 123Dough's unique NY-style ancient grain pizzas. Enjoy organic lavender cocktails and our exclusive lavender-infused beer. Join us for live music from 12-3pm.
7. The Blacksmith
ShopOur historic blacksmith shop has been transformed into a charming farm store, where you can find an array of items including 123 Farm logo hats and t-shirts, along with a variety of culinary and beauty products crafted from our farm's lavender, among other unique finds.
8. Tractor Pulled Wagon Tours
Take a ride aboard an antique tractor-pulled wagon to the 1000-year old oak tree and back. The ride lasts about 15 minutes. Adult/Seniors $5. Children under 12 years old $3, toddlers 2 and under are free. Pay for tickets at the wagon rides (no reservations). Members get $1 discount off listed prices. Tour runs from 11 am-4 pm.
9. Sourdough Bread Hall, Black Bench Wine Bar + Front Desk
Discover the Eatery's lamb-inspired menu, pair your meal with organic Californian wines and lavender-infused cocktails from Black Bench wine bar, and savor organic ancient grain sourdough from the Bread Hall. Make sure to sign up for sheep feeding or upgrading to membership at the Front Desk.
10. The Organic Galleries
Discover nine themed shops featuring our farm's produce, from a provisions market and 123 Farm merchandise to stationery and candles. Enjoy lavender churros and lavender soft serve ice cream.
11. Crafts & Bouncy House
From needle felting to kids crafts try different types of wool-related crafts. Free wool weaving and other types of demonstrations are available. A bouncy house for young kids is available.
12. Friends of 123 Farm (Vendors)
Discover artisanal and unique gifts in our cottage rooms, where vendors showcase their handmade creations.
13. Casa de las Tapas by 123Dough
Savor organic old-world wines in the historic setting of our Spanish Courtyard dining room.
Wool Washing & Natural Dyes Station
Experience hands-on the different stages of wool processing from washing and drying fleece to carding. Dye your own strand of wool using natural dyes.
14. Sheep Shearing & Sheep Maze
Watch the sheep shearer free the sheep from their warm winter woolies. Sheep shearing demonstration from 10 am - 4 pm.
Frequently Asked Questions
admission
Admission to the Sheep Shearing Festival is FREE with paid parking.
Online Parking Fee:
$12 (vehicle with 1-8 passengers)
Please check ticket page for all pricing.
*Parking on the day of the event is $3 higher at the door. We recommend that you purchase your tickets online.
If you choose to park on the street you will be charged admission ($10 person 6 years old or older).
If you pay for parking on-site, you DO NOT need to pay for admission.
refund policy
There are no refunds given for any tickets, workshops, classes or parking paid on-line. In the event of inclement weather and the festival is canceled you will be issued credit towards any future festival on our property. Credits expire one year from issue date.
groups
You are welcome to bring groups. No admission is charged if you park on-site.
hotel
At this time we are not offering any of our hotel rooms to the public. We have no immediate plans to open the hotel portion of the ranch.
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