Sheep from the Borda Land and Sheep Co. grazing on cheatgrass at the base of C Hill near Fifth Street in Carson City.
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The Carson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space Department is coordinating the annual Fuel Reduction Program using sheep starting Saturday.
“This project is also in coordination with the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Nevada Division of State Lands, the Washoe Tribe and Carson Community Council and private property owners,” the city said in a news release. “This year, there will be two bands (groups) of sheep grazing in Carson City.”
The first band will be grazing the area behind Greenhouse Garden Center in south Carson on Saturday. The second band will enter Carson City on the north end of town near Timberline and behind Western Nevada College starting April 22.
“The sheep will be grazing in Carson City through the beginning of June,” the city said. “Our department encourages the public to get out and enjoy the sheep, but please keep your dogs on a leash or at home to help avoid conflicts with the sheep. There will also be guard dogs accompanying the sheep for protection from predators. There will be temporary signage placed at trailheads where sheep are currently grazing to alert users to their presence, and the sheep will only graze a specific area for approximately 3-7 days.”
The city urged residents to maintain distance from the sheep and avoid loud noises or running while observing them.
“We appreciate everyone’s cooperation for the safety of Carson City’s favorite furry firefighters,” said the city.
For information on the project, or to report wayward sheep, contact the Carson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space Department at 775-887-2262.