The American Bison (Bison bison), often referred to as the buffalo, is an iconic symbol of North America's natural heritage and a cornerstone species of the continent's history. These massive herbivores once roamed the plains, grasslands, and forests from Canada to Mexico, numbering in the tens of millions. The ecological significance of bison continues to … Continue reading POTW: American Bison
The Black Hills of South Dakota welcomed us with a rainy cloak over the Memorial Day weekend. But the rain and thunderstorms did not entirely prevent us from exploring the unique, mesmerizing beauty of this place. It awed me (Stella) to the degree that the area felt religiously sacred to me. The land, once belonging … Continue reading Memorial Day Weekend: Black Hills of South Dakota
With snow falling gently in Grand Teton National Park, the winter bison forage for food below the snowpack. We are spending a long weekend in Jackson Hole and happened upon three bison as we were traveling to Jackson Lake on the northern end of the national park. Majestic in stature, these great creatures roam freely … Continue reading POTW: Winter Bison