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Goats on a hill – photo essay

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Published: November 10, 2022

The goats scamper up a hill. | Patrick Price photo

Goats have been used for weed control in Calgary’s Nose Creek Park this year, eating thistle and buckbrush.

They are expected to devour 40 acres by the time they leave Nov. 14.

The goats are owned by Pothole Creek Ranch near Magrath, Alta., and the shepherd is Trent Cahoon | Patrick Price photos

A goat munches on thistle. | Patrick Price photo
Chance the Border Collie helps guide the 260 goats through the park. | Patrick Price photo

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