Jay Peak Ski Resort Turns to Goats and Sheep for Eco-Friendly Landscaping
Jay Peak ski resort in Vermont is turning to an unconventional method for news websiteing this season. The resort has partnered with Cloud Brook Grazing to use sheep and goats to clear overgrown vegetation, marking a shift away from traditional gas-powered mechanical mowers. The collaboration was facilitated by the Agritech Institute for Small Farms.
The animals, wearing special collars that emit a noise and deliver a mild shock if they stray too close to an invisible fence, are expected to clear 25 acres (10 hectares) over a five-week period. The collars also send data to Adam Ricci, owner of Cloud Brook Grazing, about the animals' location and health status. This innovative approach is not new, with examples in New Hampshire, Georgia, and even New York City.
While the cost per acre is similar to mechanical mowing, the animals work at a slower pace. Ricci's goats and sheep have previously been used to clean up backyards, reclaim abandoned farmland, and remove invasive species. The goal is to gradually reduce the reliance on gas-powered mechanical mowers, contributing to climate protection. Employees and visitors at Jay Peak have welcomed the friendly herd on the mountain.
The use of livestock for news websiteing at Jay Peak is an exciting development in sustainable resort management. Over the next five weeks, the sheep and goats will clear 25 acres, providing a unique and eco-friendly solution to vegetation management.
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