2nd Annual Bison Harvest Fest

SHARON SPRINGS — Bison Island Ranch, your local Bison Ranch in Sharon Springs, had another great season of events with the Bison Harvest Fest fast approaching next weekend! On Saturday, October 12th from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM, at The Ranch (194 Engleville Rd, Sharon Springs) join the Ranch Crew for a celebration of Fall with the second annual Bison Harvest Fest! There will be drinks, music, games, free raffle, campfire, and more!

“This is the second year of the Bison Harvest Fest, which is our way to honor our upcoming bison harvest. We recognize the beauty and bounty of Fall and say thank you to our customers and the community.” offered Bison Island Ranch Owner Susan Golembeski.

At this special event, you can purchase beer from local Red Shed Brewery, wine from Brotherhood Winery downstate, and non-alcoholic drinks like sparkling cider from Middlefield Orchard all to enjoy on the picturesque property at Bison Island Ranch. Listen to music and catch up with friends, play games like corn hole, take sunset photo ops by the pond, and enjoy even more areas to relax. The Ranch Store will also be open with bison meat, bison jerky, bison tallow products, bison art, and handcrafted goods for sale.

Bring the whole family and enjoy a pumpkin painting craft for all ages! There's always fun and educational activities at the Ranch! Explore the full-size Tipi available for overnights and find out more about agritourism! 

Want to learn more about bison and their important role in our ecosystem? Learn first-hand by chatting with the knowledgeable Ranch Crew.

The Bison Island Ranch herd is 100% Grass-Fed and pasture rotated, allowing the animals to live in the most natural and undisturbed way possible! As the largest land mammal in North America, a bison can consume up to 30 pounds of grass in one day! These huge herbivores, also commonly called buffalo, can weigh up to 2,000 pounds, stand over 6 feet tall, and run up to 35 miles per hour! Wow!

Did you know that The American Heart Association “recommends bison meat for a heart healthy diet due to its low fat and cholesterol content”? This meat is high in protein, iron, selenium, phosphorus, zinc, copper, potassium, riboflavin, niacin, and vitamins B6 and B12. If you have never tried bison, don’t miss out!

Rain or shine, come on out for the second annual Bison Harvest Fest next weekend on Saturday, October 12th from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM! This event is free admission. Bison Island Ranch is located at 194 Engleville Rd, Sharon Springs, NY 13459. Please visit www.bisonislandranch.com or social media @bisonislandranch for more information.