Valhalla Yarns Ranch Outing at Pomponio Ranch

Join Us for a Special Ranch Visit!

We’re excited to invite you to Valhalla Yarns at Pomponio Ranch in San Gregorio on Saturday, November 1st. This is your chance to see firsthand where our beloved local yarns come from, meet the animals, and connect with the people behind the fibers we carry at Fengari.

Schedule of the Day

• 10:00–10:15 am: Arrive and settle in at Pomponio Ranch
• 10:30 am Presentation: Ranch owner Signe Ostby and manager Chris Giannini will share the story of Pomponio Ranch, the animals who live there, and how the land is being restored through holistic grazing management.
• Learn how careful animal care leads to high-quality fleece
• Understand micron counts and what makes yarn soft, strong, or lofty
• Follow the journey from fleece to the squishy skeins you love in your hands

Hands-On Experience

• Walk to the barn to meet the sheep and alpacas
• Hear about fleece processing, from shearing through spinning, with plenty of time for questions
• Take in sweeping views of the San Gregorio coast while connecting with fellow fiber lovers

Lunch & Community

• Around 12:30 pm we’ll gather for a light lunch and refreshments
• A casual Q&A session will give you the chance to ask about fiber production, ranch life, or sustainable grazing
• Afterward, enjoy time to shop their entire selection of yarns, wander, and relax, exploring the ranch and its natural beauty

What to Bring

• Comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes (sheep pens = sheep surprises!)
• Layered clothing — We’ll have a large event tent, but outside of those walls, the San Gregorio hills can be windy and chilly! 
• All of your fiber and sustainable ranching questions

Cost & Registration

• $85 per person (includes tour, presentation, lunch, refreshments, and a swag bag)
• Register online, in-store, or by phone — spaces are limited
• If registering for a friend, please include their name and email in checkout notes so they can receive further information and a waiver form
• You’ll receive a follow-up email with the ranch address and a waiver form
• We generally try to serve a primarily vegetarian lunch, but please let us know if you have any food allergies.  We'll do our best to accommodate.
• Adults 16+ only, no pets
• Refunds are not available after October 29th

We Can’t Wait!
This outing is a wonderful chance to connect with the land, the animals, and the fiber community. We look forward to sharing this memorable day with you on Saturday, November 1st at Valhalla Yarns.