Great Success for Winter Fest

SHARON SPRINGS — Bison Island Ranch hosted their first annual Bison Island Winter Fest this past Saturday, February 22nd from 2:00 PM until 6:00 PM at the Ranch in Sharon Springs! This was one for the books with Live Ice Sculpting, sledding, local beer & wine, photo ops, free hot cocoa, and so much more! Everyone had a blast!

With a large turnout on a beautiful day, everyone came out for an afternoon of fun! The sledding hill was busy with children of all ages and the sun was out for the first time in a while! The weather couldn’t have been better! 

Nationally Recognized Ice Sculptor Aaron Pencar created a large ice bison throughout the event, allowing onlookers to see the sculpture progress and learn more about how these incredible ice sculptures are made!

Local musician Roger Shafer made a special appearance and was singing lovely country songs while strumming away on the guitar! The campfire was roaring and everyone, especially the children, enjoyed the complimentary s’mores & hot cocoa!

At this special event, attendees were also able to enjoy the featured local brews from Red Shed Brewery of Cherry Valley, local NY State wine from Brotherhood Winery, America’s Oldest Winery, of Washingtonville, NY, and delicious non-alcoholic sparkling cider from Middlefield Orchard of Middlefield.

The Ranch Store was open with bison meat, bison jerky, bison art and the NEW bison tallow products like soap and personal care products for sale too! This was the first time purchasing bison in either form for many.

This first annual event was a huge success and really brought the community together! Look out for more upcoming events from this unique local business! Bison Island Ranch is located at 194 Engleville Rd, Sharon Springs, NY 13459. For more information please visit www.bisonislandranch.com or Facebook and Instagram @bisonislandranch.