Kamloops hosts Wild Sheep Society convention
KAMLOOPS — British Columbia is home to the largest, and most diverse populations of wild sheep, compared to anywhere else in North America. This weekend, all things wild sheep were celebrated at the annual BC Wild Sheep Society Convention, held here in Kamloops.
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It’s an event which allows people passionate about the wild ungulates to gather, and share knowledge and experiences related to the animals. One of the society’s directors, Teodd Blewett, believes he knows why: “I think for a lot of guys… sheep hunting is quite challenging, and it takes you to spots that are far back into the mountains. Places that a lot of people don’t get to see.” Another director with the society, Chris Barker, says people who are passionate about wild sheep are unique: “I always say [sheep people] are the nuttiest bunch out there,” Barker told CFJC Today, “but also the most passionate.”