Bison Island Ranch Days Return

By Alexis Pencar

SHARON SPRINGS — Bison Island Ranch Days return on Saturday, June 22nd from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM! This is the second year in a row they are offering these monthly family-friendly and educational events at The Ranch located right in Sharon Springs.

At Bison Island Ranch Days you can purchase heart-healthy bison meat like bison ground, bison steaks, and bison jerky too! There is unique bison art, note cards, and coasters all made on The Ranch by resident artist and the youngest ‘daughter of the Ranch’, Dayna Veazey.

Check out the brand NEW Bison Tallow products that include: Candles, Soap, and their lovely natural Personal Care Products like Lip Balm, Eye Cream, and more! Bison tallow contains vitamins A, B12, D, E, and K, as well as fatty acids that promote skin health.

There are always fun and educational activities for the whole family including a craft, corn hole, and a walking path around the pond. The full-size Tipi is set up for the season too and will be open for all to explore!

Have you ever wanted to talk to a Bison Rancher? Bison Island Ranch Owner Susan Golembeski will be there to speak and answer questions too. She's been in the bison business since 2011!

Recently receiving their NY Grown & Certified recognition, this family-run business takes extra effort and care to provide these animals with the best life possible. The bison herd is 100% Grass-Fed and pasture rotated regularly, allowing the animals to live in the most natural and undisturbed way possible.

Bison Fun Facts:

Bison are the largest land mammal in North America and can consume up to 30 pounds of grass in one day! These huge herbivores are also called buffalo and can weigh up to 2,000 pounds, stand over 6 feet tall, and run up to 35 miles per hour! Wow!

The American Heart Association recommends bison meat for a heart-healthy diet due to its low fat and cholesterol content. Bison meat is extremely high in protein, iron, selenium, phosphorus, zinc, copper, potassium, riboflavin, niacin, and vitamins B6 and B12. If you’re looking for healthy meat, this is it!

With cooking tips and tricks on hand, it's a fantastic opportunity to learn more about cooking with bison and creative ways to add this “Original Healthy Food” into your diet!

Come out for the first Bison Island Ranch Days of the Season, Saturday, June 22nd from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM for a day of fun and education! If you've ever wanted to learn more about bison, this is a great opportunity! Stop by to enjoy the gorgeous Ranch!

Bison Island Ranch is located at 194 Engleville Rd, Sharon Springs, NY 13459. Please visit www.bisonislandranch.com or @bisonislandranch on Facebook and Instagram for more information.