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Soay Sheep are smaller, primitive sheep that have been wild on the offshore islands of Scotland for thousands of years.  It is believed the sheep first originated from Norse traders about 4 thousand years ago.  They have run wild over the islands of St Kilda, Hirta and Soay ever since. The name Soay, for which the island and sheep are named, is believed to originate from the Norse term for sheep.

In historical times, the islanders of Hirta would make annual pilgrimages to the island of Soay, gathering the naturally shed fleece each summer and returning home.  Today, the wild soay are studied by researchers from throughout the world.  The sheep populations represent a unique opportunity to learn population dynamics of wild herbivores in a predator free enviroment.

Lost Valley is located in Northeast Washington, in the Selkirk Mountains.  We breed American Soay Sheep, selecting for strong, hardy animals with full horn development.  Soay Sheep are also a primary component in our development of  diverse, productive pastures and woodlot.  We believe you will admire and treasure these animals as we do.

                                                          Contact:         hayman@wildblue.net