Merinos are shorn once per year to get the longest possible staple length. Apple Creek Merinos are covered year round to protect their fleeces from the elements and to keep them as free from imperfections as possible. After shearing, fleeces are generously skirted and are picked clean of vegetable matter. Fleeces have a range of average fiber diameters from 15-23 microns, and all have a very low number of fibers over 30 microns, meaning a comfort factor of nearly 100%. 

Apple Creek Merinos' breeding program focuses on producing unique, beautiful colors, long staple, and lots of character in the fleeces.

 

Interested in a fleece? 

I work off a reservations system where I help you pick a specific fleece for a future shearing. I am currently fully reserved for my next shearing Dec 2026/ Jan 27, and will start taking reservations for Dec 2027/Jan 28 on Oct 1, 2026. Please reach out then to secure a fleece. 

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Please contact us for questions about the fleece reservations process