Dakota Territory Buffalo Association

NBA Southern Conference - Cookville, TN
2026-05-29 08:00 - 2026-05-30 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Join NBA on a 280-acre middle Tennessee ranch where 150 bison, educational tours,
networking, and the Lazy G hospitality create an unforgettable experience. Our
hosts, Lazy G Ranch and the Eastern Bison Association, are preparing for your
Tennessee-Bison adventure!

North American Bison Discovery Center ~ The Great Bison Bash ~
2026-06-10 17:00 - 23:00
We’re back! Join us for the 2nd Annual Great Bison Bash as we celebrate this year’s theme: Rooted Here, Reaching Further. We’re focusing on all the ways our foundation allows us to extend our mission beyond our walls.
The funds raised from this event will support our small-scale bison herd, educational opportunities, and overall mission to raise awareness of and advocacy for a sustainable bison population.
This year’s event will include:

a meal featuring bison meatballs, a champagne welcome, and hors d’oeuvres
live and silent auctions
raffles

Questions? Call Joan Foley at 701-252-8648 or email bisonbash@bisoncenter.org.
Purchase your tickets here.

Want to help?
If you’re interested in becoming a sponsor, donating items and/or experiences for the auction, or volunteering to help us with event planning, let Joan know when you call to order your tickets. You can view our sponsorship opportunities here.
We look forward to seeing you on June 10 from 5-11 PM at the Baymont: 507 25th St SW, Jamestown, ND 58401.

Western NBA Summer Conference - Syracuse, UT
2026-06-26 08:00 - 2026-06-27 17:00
Discover Antelope Island State Park’s iconic bison herd and Great Salt Lake vistas
while you find inspiration and connection through networking with fellow bison
stewards. Hosted by Antelope Island State Park and the Western Bison Association,
this unique gathering is one you must attend!

Northern NBA Summer Conference - Choteau, MT
2026-07-17 08:00 - 2026-07-18 17:00
Join us at the foot of the Rocky Mountain Front Range for a bison conference that
brings our community together to learn, connect, and celebrate the herds we stew
ard. Our hosts for this mountain-side experience will be Deep Creek Ranch and
the Montana Bison Association.

NGLC Grazing School ~ July 28-30th
2026-07-28 08:00 - 2026-07-30 17:00
🌾 Ready to take your grazing management to the next level?
Join the NGLC Grazing School on July 28–30 at the McGinn Ranch near Anselmo, Nebraska for an immersive, hands-on learning experience designed specifically for ranchers and grazing managers.
We’re especially excited that several Dakota Territory Buffalo Association members will be sharing their expertise, including Alex Sleep, who will be among the featured speakers. If you’ve been looking for an opportunity to learn from experienced producers—including members of our own association—this is one you won’t want to miss!
Over three days, you’ll learn practical, real-world strategies to:
🐃 Calculate your forage supply with confidence
🌱 Build flexibility into your grazing system for drought and changing conditions
💧 Design effective water and fencing systems
📈 Improve the long-term health and profitability of your operation
This producer-led, field-based program combines hands-on instruction, real ranch scenarios, and discussions with experienced ranchers and rangeland professionals.
✅ Early registration is $475 through July 9 and includes:
• All instruction and materials
• Meals
• Access to the NEW Grazing School Follow-Through Program with ongoing one-on-one support after the school
💲 Registration increases to $575 beginning July 10, so don’t wait!
📅 July 28–30, 2026
📍 McGinn Ranch | Anselmo, Nebraska
Register here! NGLC Grazing School
➡️ Register today by clicking the registration link in the event details.
🎥 Be sure to check out the YouTube video to learn more about what to expect!
We hope to see several DTBA members there!
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DTBA Summer Conference - Rocking P Ranch & SWO Tribal Herd & Cultural Experience
2026-08-21 08:00 - 2026-08-23 17:00
DTBA 2026 Summer Ranch Tour 🦬🌾

Eastern NBA Summer Conference - Columbiana, OH
2026-09-11 08:00 - 2026-09-12 17:00
Coyote Run Ranch is a local, family-owned and operated bison ranch in
Columbiana, OH. Spanning 130 acres, the owners, Nick and Kristin George, are
dedicated to responsibly and ethically raising bison, focusing on maintaining quali
ty genetics and ensuring healthy animals to repopulate bison in North America.
Coyote Run Ranch and the Eastern Bison Association will host the event.

WBA Wild West Stampede Show and Sale - Reno, NV
2026-12-12

DTBA 31st Winter Conference & Celebration - Deadwood, SD
2027-02-12 08:00 - 2027-02-13 17:00

Black Hills Buffalo Thunder - Premier Bull Sale - Deadwood, SD
2027-02-12 08:00 - 2027-02-13 17:00
