March 28, 2024

NSNWR to host Bison Day Saturday

Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge is hosting its annual Bison Day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. All ages are welcome to spend a day on the prairie and discover the wonders of North America’s largest land mammal. The event is free and open to the public of all ages.

Bison Day festivities kick off at 10 a.m. Activities include arts and crafts, games, scavenger hunts, archeological and Native American displays, and a weaver's guild demonstration. Participants will also enjoy hands-on activities including rope-making and a chance to learn flint knapping to craft an arrowhead. This year, John Price, Iowa native and author of "Man Killed
by Pheasant and Other Kinships," will also be providing book readings and signings. At 1:30 p.m., Iowa State University bison researcher, Peter Eyheralde, will present some of the interesting things he has learned about the bison at Neal Smith NWR. A Bison Chip Toss contest will start at 2 p.m. to complete the day's activities with prizes for each of the winners.

For more information on the event contact Brianna Patrick at (515) 994-3400 or Brianna_Patrick@fws.gov.