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06/14/2026

Ever wonder why baby goats can’t stop jumping, climbing, and headbutting each other? It’s not just chaos, it’s instinct! Every playful bounce helps build muscle coordination, balance, and strength, while those silly headbutting matches strengthen social bonds within the herd. This is literally how kids learn to navigate the world and find their place in goat society. So next time you see a baby goat go full zoomies mode, just know… they’re basically in school!
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06/13/2026

Did you know packgoats can carry about 25% of their body weight on the trail?

That full capacity doesn’t happen overnight, though. Goats need to be fully mature (around 4 years old) and properly conditioned before they’re ready to handle their max load.

Training and conditioning take time, but the result is a trail companion that can genuinely lighten your load on long hikes… especially for people who have injuries and/or less accessibility.

GOAT HAPPY HOUR June 14July 26August 163PM-5PM-Grab a beer and hug a goat!
06/09/2026

GOAT HAPPY HOUR

June 14
July 26
August 16
3PM-5PM
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Grab a beer and hug a goat!




06/04/2026

Baby goats may look like they’re playing all day, but those jumps, climbs, and zoomies serve an important purpose.

From a young age, goat kids develop coordination, balance, muscle strength, and social skills through play. Running, jumping on rocks, and interacting with other goats helps prepare them for life as healthy, confident adult.

06/03/2026

Conditioning pack goats isn’t about chasing big mileage—it’s about building a strong foundation over time.

Regular, shorter hikes help develop cardiovascular fitness, strengthen muscles and connective tissues, improve balance, and allow hooves to gradually adapt to different trail surfaces. Just like any athlete, goats benefit from a consistent training schedule rather than occasional intense workouts.

A few miles several times a week can often provide greater conditioning benefits than a single long hike every month. By increasing distance and pack weight gradually, you help reduce the risk of injury while creating healthier, stronger, and more capable trail partners.

The goal isn’t to see how far they can go today—it’s to prepare them for where they’ll be able to go tomorrow.

05/29/2026

One of the biggest misconceptions about pack goats is that they naturally know how to hit the trail carrying gear. In reality, becoming a pack goat takes years of careful training and conditioning.

Young goats start by learning basic trail manners. Examples: following a handler, crossing water, navigating obstacles, and staying calm in new environments. As they mature, they’re gradually introduced to lightweight packs and longer hikes. Weight is added slowly and only when their bodies are physically developed enough to handle it.

A healthy pack goat can comfortably carry a percentage of its body weight, but conditioning, nutrition, hoof care, and recovery are just as important as the pack itself. Every goat is different, and a good handler adjusts expectations based on the individual animal.

The goal isn’t to see how much a goat can carry. The goal is to develop a confident, athletic hiking partner that can safely travel long distances while enjoying life on the trail.

A good pack goat is built through patience, consistency, and respect for the animal, not shortcuts.

Come “kid” around while you grab some delicious beer at -May 23 (THIS SATURDAY)12-2PMThe babies are always getting the ...
05/21/2026

Come “kid” around while you grab some delicious beer at
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May 23 (THIS SATURDAY)
12-2PM
The babies are always getting the attention… well this happy hour is to meet goats from previous years that you all ask about! Help them make their debut. ❤️
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05/18/2026

Most people don’t realize a goat’s split hooves are part of what makes them such incredible . Their two-toed spread for balance and grip, helping them move confidently across rocky, uneven terrain and steep slopes. It’s one of the reasons are so efficient in the

GOAT HAPPY HOUR Grab a beer, pet a goat, and enjoy yourself!
05/15/2026

GOAT HAPPY HOUR

Grab a beer, pet a goat, and enjoy yourself!

05/11/2026

Backpacking in Utah looks beautiful… but most of the trip revolves around water.

Before we ever hit the trail, we map out reliable water sources because both people and pack goats need steady hydration in the desert. Dry camps, heat, and long stretches without water can change your entire plan fast.

The goats handled the miles like champs, but good water planning is what really makes trips like this possible.
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