June 26, 2025 – Pasture Walk #1
Plants & Animals
Location: GRO Heifer Pasture (marked in Google maps)
From Hwy 44 go East on Twp Rd 612 (Sunniebend Rd) to
Rg Rd 216. Turn north approx 1.5 miles. Pasture is on W
side of the road with a GRO sign at the gate.
Time: 10:00 am – approx 2:00 pm
Cost: Free, includes lunch
Bring: Appropriate foot wear for walking in the pasture
Agenda/Topics includes a pasture walk & discussion regarding the research and demos GRO is involved in at the pasture; rangeland agrologist re: plant ID and pasture health assessment; veterinarian re: pink eye, foot rot, lameness, etc; county re: invasive weeds and control programs
August 21, 2025 – Pasture Walk #2
Technology & Handling
Location: GRO Heifer Pasture
Time: TBA
Cost: TBA
Bring: TBA
Agenda This day will include a low-stress handling workshop led by Desiree Gellatly. Tech on display will include step-in scale, drones, e-collars, etc.