Ron's Birthday present!
Hello and Happy Wednesday!
Hope all is well in your part of the world! Things here are going really well... we have some new team members helping get stuff finished and packed, and I get my beautiful BIRTHDAY FERRARI Tomorrow!! (actual birthday isn't for a couple more weeks)
I am pretty excited, T booked me a race experience at 8 am tomorrow at the Texas Motor Speedway, and NGL, I am stoked, I only get control of it for like 6 minutes (or 4 laps) and then have to give it back. It's gonna be way more fun than the two hour drive I have been doing daily the last two weeks, taking mail to the main postal center in Ft. Worth... there should be a lot less traffic and construction at least... (did get a laugh yesterday, snapped a pic and it's down below)
Other than that, things are going pretty much as expected, we have a lot of stuff out of stock, and have been responding to the literally hundreds of emails of "Are you gonna have these back in stock before Christmas?" where I have to politely say... "Those were in stock for months, and now you want them?" I do bite my tongue a bit these days.
We do have one more good cause and one more good friend to share here today, I hope you enjoy what we have. I have really been enjoying doing these, and it really is awesome seeing so many people doing good things.
Dad has also been having fun and still finding some new treasures... if you are looking for something really fun, maybe spend a few minutes browsing around his store... Click Here
It's not long today, I know a lot of us have to actually work today, and there is the proverbial "Good News/Bad News" down after the friend stories.
Hope you have an awesome day
Ron & T, and the crew here at the BWC.
yes, this is a real sign at the FT Worth Postal center.
Diego Ranch Inc. is a nonprofit organization based in Jonesboro, Arkansas, specializing in equine-assisted therapy to support individuals with mental, emotional, and physical disabilities.
Have known them for a few years now, and it's truly amazing watching how kids respond and become so much more aware and verbal with the horses.
Founded around 2017 by Michael after witnessing a transformative moment where a non-verbal autistic child spoke for the first time during a horse interaction, the program uses a herd of nine Rocky Mountain horses—known for their gentle, affectionate nature—to facilitate healing.
The mission centers on uniting the sentience of horses with people in need, promoting self-regulation, emotional bonding, and personal growth without the side effects of traditional medications or therapies. Operating through word-of-mouth referrals from doctors and therapists, Diego Ranch serves a wide range of clients, including schools, hospices, and hospitals, and has impacted over 8,000 individuals directly while reaching 30,000-40,000 through community events.
Focusing on children, Diego Ranch offers therapeutic horseback riding and horse interaction sessions tailored to kids aged 8-18 facing challenges like autism, dyslexia, ADHD, anxiety, depression, suicide ideation, and physical conditions such as severe scoliosis or mobility impairments. Success stories abound, with 16 out of 19 non-verbal autistic children learning to communicate in full sentences, 36 dyslexic kids raising their grades significantly, and three wheelchair-bound children regaining the ability to walk unassisted after just 3.5 months of sessions.
By mirroring human emotions, the horses help children learn to manage anger, build trust, and develop social skills in a non-judgmental environment, leading to faster and more lasting results than conventional therapy. The program boasts a 100% success rate for its young participants, emphasizing teamwork with volunteers like teachers to create a supportive, inclusive space.
Pawley Studios old friends, beautiful ceramics.
Pawley Studios, the creative haven of Daniel and Amanda Pawley, specializes in stunning handmade ceramics that capture the essence of artistry and everyday utility. From elegantly thrown mugs and bourbon cups to whimsical housewares like Harry Potter-inspired pieces, each item is meticulously crafted on the potter's wheel by Amanda, with Daniel innovating through laser designs and more, all born from their shared passion that sparked during college at Western Kentucky University. We've been dear friends with Daniel and Amanda for years, bonding over travels on the show circuit to art fairs and events across the country. But now that we've settled into staying home more, we don't get to see them as often, missing those lively adventures and shared stories, we are also out of BWC Mugs... need to get more after the holiday rush.
The Bad and Good News!
well, it's that time of year, and things are flying... thought it was time for an update.
Bad news, We are out of Trekkers in LG and XL, but do have a few Mediums left, and since they run pretty large, if you are under a Men's size 10.5, Med will fit (I wear an 10.5/11 and typically wear the mediums myself)
Yellowstone, Casual Crew 2.0 and Field Socks are also sold out in LG.
Good news, the new sock mill, Nester Hosiery, has said we should see some socks in Mid-January! That is really exciting!
Bad News, the weaving mill Faribault, has had some Jacuqard issues and the Red Striped Blankets we were supposed to have here now aren't gonna make it till January, and I am not sure where we are with the Ponchos we put up for pre-order, waiting to hear back now.
We are also out of the Diamond Cabled closed top hats, we do have a few of the ponytail hats available, The Infinity Scarves are gone, but there are a couple of Smoke Rings left, and the Ribbed Gloves are gone, have some of the Ladies Cabled gloves.. however Michael at the Knitting Mill has been working like crazy, and just got us 60 more Bison Beanies, and more Large Fingerless Gloves... so those are available. and that is Good News
The Best Good News, we have a pretty good stock of the Pro-Gear Boot and Crew, since these are usually the first to sell out, we made them last!
The Red Rudolph socks have flown... and I am waiting on the delivery of more red dye, but have had more than a few inquiries of Green Grinchy Socks, might you be interested in those? Please let me know, might do some today.
It is also the last day for the $250 "BrownFriday" code to work on the Garment Tanned Bison Robes.... these truly are the nicest we have had, the pics truly don't do them justice, I wish you could see them in person easier...
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Happy Saturday Friends
Hope all is well in your part of the world. Things here are good, was a crazy crazy busy week, and somehow we managed to get most stuff done, but we still have to pick and announce the National Sock Day winners... so it's 3:30 in the morning here and I am gonna get that done right now.
I was tempted not to send something out today, sales has been exceptional this season, there were almost 100 overnight orders, and we are running out of some stuff, yesterday alone there were TWENTY SIX "Are you gonna have XXXX restocked by Christmas" emails...
On my way home from a pretty rough post office visit (long story in itself), I got a call from a super sweet friend who said she enjoyed reading these every Saturday morning, and if I can make one person happy a day, it's one more than I usually do. She definitely made my day better, and so I am gonna give it a shot here... we shall see where it goes.
Still waiting on those 100% natural socks from the Knitting Mill, there are only 100 pairs coming, but we have never had more interest in a product... they should be here this week, and will send a little blurb out on those. Mike has shipped 100 more bison beanies, we ran out Thursday and more Large Gloves... the website oversold those too. Fun Fun. And due to so many requests, will be dyeing more of the Red Rudolph socks this morning, and making another batch of the bison tallow/beeswax waterproofing paste today, it's been exceptionally popular.
Getting really excited about the premier of "Native: Prodigies of an Icon, part one, Keystone" this January in Denver, have found the perfect theater, and am working with the NBA and NBF to make sure the event lives up to the film... It's gonna be soooooooo good.
Hope you have a wonderful day!
Ron & T, and the crew here at the BWC
pioking these winners took a lot longer than expected, had to make a spreadsheet, feed it into a randomizer, and then refund and email the winners... so it's later than usual today, and also, T asked me to mention that Dec 16th is our last day for USPS delivery by Christmas.
Winner Winners!!
and yes, I had the date wrong, Sock Day was the 4th, but we chose to celebrate early... I am not scared of the Holiday police,
6x Sock Picture Winners!
Pam S., Kim P., Shari V. William F., Aaron F., and Beth C.
Will be emailing you shortly about your prizes, and refunding the other winners.
On these WINNERS, I did the refunds when the random picker selected them.
3x 25% off Winners: Max C., Jean A, Mary P.
3x 50% off Winners: Abbey R, Jeff M, Sally B.
3x 100% off Winners: Mary N. Autumn H. Tom K.
3 already got special prizes tucked into their packages,(extra socks)
Ben T, Robert R, Bruce G.
Thank you all for playing along... will do something fun again soon!
and our "BrownFriday" $250 off any of our ultra luxurious garment tanned bison hides ends Sunday... if you want to give the nicest thing we do, gifting one of these would do it.
Don't forget to use code "BrownFriday"
From our friends at NorthStar Bison - saw this and had to share.
To honor the animal means using every part. From Hide to Heart.
Somewhere along the way, the meat industry stopped valuing the whole animal. Bones were tossed instead of simmered. Organs discarded instead of cherished. But our ancestors knew better…and so do we.
That’s why you’ll find bones for broth, organs à la cart,and various organ blends like our Old World Blend, where organs are folded into a familiar ground meat. Because nothing nourishing should go to waste.
Check out NorthStar Bison here. truly wonderful people, known them for many years.
Ron's note: I am seeing more and more of the animal being used, from every ranch and processor we visit, it's exciting to see people understanding what a gift this is and how we need to be good stewards of these resources. This is our continuing mission... don't waste ANYTHING!
Sad news, but sharing this to help see if we can find these people.
$5000 CASH REWARD!!!!
Needing help with finding the person or people responsible for shooting a Bred Female Bison in Lindsey Texas, and beheading her. This crime occurred most likely late Sunday night into Monday morning during the heavy rains. She has a bullet hole entry exit wound thru her lungs and it appears she was shot off of County Road 301 the back way from Lindsay Texas to NCTC College on the backside of our pond dam. She had a silver RFID chip tag in her right ear.
Please contact me anytime (940)902-9742 or
Cooke County Sheriff’s Department (940) 665-3471
To remain anonymous email: tips@co.cooke.tx.us
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Celebrate Accordingly... we are gonna have some fun with this.
Well, I have to say our ad agency has done a spectaular job this year with strategy and planning, coming up with the perfect words and images to help us sell a heck of a lot of American bison products this year... We had our busiest day ever on Monday, just under 300 orders.
oh wait, we don't have any ad agency or fancy writers, and we obviously don't even have a proofreader, but what we do have is an army of amazing friends who have been telling their friends and family about us, and for that, we are truly grateful... y'all are awesome. We truly appreciate all you have done to help spread the word.
So, for National Sock Day, we are gonna pick 12 orders at random and...
3 of them will get refunded completely (Free Order) and yes, we will still send the orders...
3 will get 50% refunded )
3 will get 25% refunded
3 will get a bonus prize added to their order... got some fun things planned
and if you have already done your sock shopping (which most of you have), how about you send us a pic enjoying your American bison socks, and we will have 6 more fun prizes for those.
Send them to Sales@thebuffalowoolco.com
I also got notice yesterday from Mike at the Knitting Mill that our 100% bison/merino Natural socks are almost ready... we should see them by next weekend, he has also finished another round of bison beanies and headbands, and is still cranking out gloves, and I believe the Red Stripe camp throws should be finished very soon. So, we do have some new stuff coming in before too long.
Today we have one more great cause and one more friend who makes some of the most amazing candles.
Hope you have an amazing day
Ron and T, and the crew here at the BWC
and thank you again for keeping us off the streets, otherwise would be finishing our first week standing in a tent in the rain/snow 12 hrs a day.... with 3 more weeks to go.
and if you are looking for other small businesses to support this season, one of our friends has made an excellent list of American made farmer businesses, writers, makers and more Thank you to Half a Pond for this
We had a booth next to these amazing people at a show a few years ago, and have been following their journey and watching this ministry grow. They really are doing some wonderful things.
This holiday season, consider the profound impact of supporting Kids Outdoor Zone (KOZ) ministries, a faith-based program that equips men in churches to mentor boys aged 8-18 through exciting outdoor adventures like hunting, fishing, and exploration—addressing the critical gap where kids spend just 40 minutes a week outdoors versus 70 hours on screens. By donating—whether funds, land, or vehicles—you can help provide life-changing guidance to fatherless boys and father-son pairs, fostering spiritual growth, character development, and healthier futures with proven benefits in social, economic, and emotional well-being. Or take it further by starting a local chapter in your church; with free resources like their Quick Start Guide, you can launch monthly outings that build community and transform young lives right in your area—making this season of giving truly meaningful.
Mail Call yesterday!!! got these beautiful things from a friend
North Rangers Co.
Our journey began with a love for American 🇺🇸 farm life and the Western way of living. After years spent visiting ranches and learning from the people who work the land, we started handcrafting candles that carry that same simple, honest spirit.
North Rangers Candle Store is a family-owned business specializing in handmade, Western-style candles that capture the essence of American farm life and ranching culture. Founded by a husband-and-wife team, the store offers products made from 100% pure beeswax sourced from Illinois and Iowa beekeepers or U.S.-grown organic soy wax from Midwest soybeans, ensuring a non-toxic, clean burn with cotton wicks. Each candle features natural variations in color and subtle honey aromas, bringing rustic cowboy charm and long-lasting fragrance to any space.
We are extending our BFCM- Bison Hide special for a few more days, save $250 off any Garment Tanned Bison Robe (the nicest we have seen) using coupon code "BrownFriday" at checkout.
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Monday Stuff
Hello and Good Morning Friends! Hope you had a great weekend! Things here have been pretty good, just our usual holiday shipping crazy and a couple of interesting surprises... all good ones.
Let's start with a couple little ones... Dad spent the weekend here, and we had a lot of fun, and he brought surprises. His Boston and New York marathon medals for Meg our runner daughter... she is gonna love these. He also brought me an antique Bear bowfishing reel and arrows, So flipping cool. There was also a big family surprise, but I am gonna save that for another day, It's too much fun for a short post.
Surprise from a friend, Kim Holmes, our Holmestyle soap making guru, has a heck of a deal going, she has boxed up and put together 2lb Mystery boxes of bison tallow soap for $20, there are 14 available.
We also got surprised by our dear mandoline playing friend, Frank Solivan, with some BWC custom picks... I might have to start playing again. You can get some made for yourself at Toneslabs.com seriously beautiful stuff. and use code "Black25" for their CyberMonday Special.
Also woke up to a whole bunch orders in the shipping queue (after we packed 300+ this weekend), so it's all hands on deck in the packing room this morning, and I will be driving them into Fort Worth this afternoon, saves a day or three in transit... Extremely happy to do it for you guys, we are so grateful not to be standing outside DC in a booth for 12 hrs a day. This is a huge blessing for us.
And this weekend, as we were packing orders, I opened a box of Sleep Socks labeled XL, but it actually contained Medium and Large not XL... so, we have a 36 pairs of both Med & Large I will be putting on the website here in just a moment, will wait till I hit send here, so everyone has a chance at them. I did check the rest of the boxes, and this really is the end of them till spring.
And the big surprise news, Native: Prodigies of an Icon is gonna premier at the NBA Winter Conference this coming January!!!! If you haven't been following along, this is goingt to be the best documentary ever made on the American Plains bison and the people who raise them. It is going to be a series of 4 feature films. This first installment is called "Keystone" and I can't tell you how excited we are. Check Native out here. This whole thing came about when we started watching Charlie's "Meet My Neighbor" productions, and of course we reached out, then became friends, and got a plan together. It's so awesome seeing this come to fruition.
Hope you have a wonderful week
Ron & T and the crew here at the Buffalo Wool Co.
Today is also the last day to use your "BrownFriday" code to save $250 on any of our garment tanned bison robes, you know you want one... this truly is the best batch we have ever had... the pics really don't do them justice.
Bison hide on the couch here at RATHranch
Bison (Buffalo) Hide / Robes
Going to Continue our sharing charities and missions we support, today is the IronWill foundation, I met Andrew Daub online a few years ago when Will was just a baby, and we have been #TeamIronWill since then! Such an amazing family, doing great things.
This holiday season, please consider donating to Team Iron Will, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families of children with Down syndrome by providing essential medical, therapeutic, and adaptive equipment, care packages, and developmental tools to help them thrive.
Your generous contributions make a direct impact by helping provide families in the Down syndrome community, who are experiencing financial strain, with educational scholarships, medical and assistive equipment, care packages, developmental tools and therapy resources that empower these children to discover their unique gifts, overcome challenges, and live fulfilling lives with dignity and joy.
With tax-deductible donations and merchandise-like apparel from the Team Iron Will shop, it's a heartfelt way to make a lasting impact and spread hope to those facing Down syndrome-related obstacles.
From Team Iron Will: “We celebrate the perseverance of children with Down syndrome and their families. Every child fought to get here, and every family fought to care for them. These kids have tremendous grit, as do the families that love them. That’s why Team Iron Will doesn’t know defeat; we just know we’re not there yet. To us, failure isn’t final; it’s just an opportunity to rise again. With grit, determination, and faith, we redefine success—for ourselves and our children.”
RELENTLESS. FORWARD. PROGRESS.
From a Friend...MalletCnCWorks
So, seeing as we have the most wonderful friends,
one very kind one made me a custom engraved bison cutting board.
This shop is dedicated to making solid wood products from Oak, Maple, and Cherry wood. We are proud to make products primarily from Wisconsin wood we have harvested and processed ourselves. Our goal is to create items that you will cherish for a lifetime.
They can be done with your ranch logo, family name, or whatever you would like. Contact for volume discounts (would make excellent gifts when selling meat packages)
bison steaks sold separately... but I do have a good list of where to get some.
He has also made me the coolest Bison nightstand book/drink stand (I love this thing, use it constantly), and we are subscribed to his National Parks Ornament collection...
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Happy Saturday Friends
Hope all is well in your part of the world. Things are good here, Dad has been hanging out helping with the insane amount of orders you guys have sent us this week, and we have been having fun.
I was thinking about not sending a note out today, as we just hit you up yesterday, and honestly, with the way things are going right now, we probably shouldn't, to be completely honest, I am tired, uninspired, and have a list of things to do that is really really long, I am still redyeing socks from that big bag of mail that went "missing", but the goal is to brighten your day and hopefully make you laugh at least once.
T showed me an ad for another sock company yesterday and while I don't want to name names, their "Black Friday" ad said, "We are sorry you didn't wait to buy, because today we are doing a buy two get one free" and well, thinking as a customer, especially one that bought early, that would be pretty annoying...
I did however want to make something clear, especially to all the new people getting these missives.. we will not be getting any more socks in before the end of the year. (got 17 emails yesterday asking if we would restock before the holidays)
Fox River Mills who knits our socks has closed their doors, but we have a great relationship with the people who bought their equipment and our development team is staying in place... so, for the next couple of months, we will be out of Large Trekkers, Lg Casual Crew and Yellowstones.
From fiber harvest, to getting it scoured, dehaired and spun into yarn it takes about a year... then we can send it to the sock mill to get knitted. Bison fiber isn't something we can just order from China (or anywhere) We do this from start to finish with the help of some pretty amazing friends, from the ranchers that raise them to the mills that process the fiber.
We do have a pretty good stock of our Pro-Gear in both crew and boot, a few Kenais and some OTCs. But those will most likely be gone before Christmas, and then we get to start all over. Mike at the Knitting Mill did deliver another batch of bison beanies, and more Lg Fingerless gloves
I stayed up waaaaay too late last night watching the Longhorns smack Texas A&M around. So this is later than usual... and shorter, and probably not as funny or interesting as it should be. But calling it done and hitting send now.
Hope you enjoy what we have here, and wish you a wonderful weekend!
Ron, T, and the rest of the crew here at the BWC
Today we are going to feature some more awesome people doing the heavy lifting and hard work of actually raising bison. These are the folks who are making this comeback happen.
We have started a directory of bison ranches, just to help consumers find a local provider. It is difficult to promote yourself when you are busy doing the actual work. It is by no means complete, but I can personally vouch for everyone on the list.
You can also find all things bison by downloading the free app, BuySome Bison available through Google Play or the Apple App Store.
Many of them have local pickup or attend farmers markets, some have eco-tourism events and offerings... Some retailers offer buffalo meat products in bulk, sample packs, etc. and will ship across the U.S. A bison prime rib or strip loin roast would make a spectacular holiday dinner.
click the below image to visit our bison ranch directory.
if you are a bison rancher and would like to be listed, click here.
Bison Stuffed Jalapeño Poppers
Ingredients:
- 5oz 96% lean ground bison
- 1/2 cup 2% Greek yogurt
- 5 jalapeños
- 1/4 cup reduced fat feta cheese
- 1/8 cup green onionPreheat the oven to 425F. In the meantime cook the bison in a skillet. First, add garlic and onion and when they get a golden color, add bison.
In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt with feta cheese, onions and cooked ground meat. Then slice jalapeños in half and remove the insides and stuff them with the filling. Make sure they’re not too small because they’ll be hard to stuff. If you desire, you can even wrap jalapeño with bacon.
The next step is placing stuffed jalapeños on a baking sheet and baking at 425F for 20 to 25 minutes until they’re crispy.
Serve baked jalapeño poppers while hot with a side dipping, and enjoy with your friends.
From a friend, and yes, I might have laughed too much...
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Happy Friday Friends...
Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving with family and friends! We sure did, actually ended up having TWO...Stacy's house and Oldest Daughters.. Was a truly wonderful day and we have a lot to be grateful for.
So, I woke up this morning thinking, I bet our friends could really use a marketing email in their mailbox today, so sat down and banged this out. But, like we have promised everyone who has been shopping our site so hard this last couple weeks, we don't have a big Black Friday sale. (there is one deal down at the bottom of the page though)
We did have a little issue this week, a bag of mail containing a bunch of the Red Rudolph socks has gone missing... somewhere between here and the DFW mail distrobution center, so today I am redying all the missing orders, and we will be driving the mail into the main P.O. ourselves for the forseeable future... not fun, but we do what we have to do.
If you are new here, and there are about 2400 new people so far this month on this list.. Welcome, we try and share some good stories about people doing good things and I have two excellent ones here today, one great mission to save public lands from our friend Braxton McCoy, and some great hot sauces etc from some friends in Kentucky.. and as always some of our random silliness and one of my favorite bison recipies.
It's not long this morning, you probably have a couple hundred other companies trying to sell you stuff today, and they would be dissapointed if you spent all your scrolling time reading this.
Hope you have a wonderful day
Ron & T and the crew here at the Buffalo Wool Co.
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It began in 2018 when we decided to buy a little bigger house out in the country on a few acres, still in the county Brittany grew up in. The plan was to Homeschool our two kids, get some chickens, and grow a garden, maybe do some farmers markets.
And I planted way too many hot peppers. Especially since I was the only one who ate them. One of the many things we did with that crop was to try out fermenting hot sauce. I used unfiltered apple cider vinegar, one of my favorites, and it came out good. But it needed something. This is Kentucky. So I added bourbon. That was the spark.
I ordered bottles, printed some labels, and started kicking around names. The best one — Kentucky Rebel Scum — was already taken by a guy I followed on Twitter. I asked if I could use it. He said sure, not thinking much of it. He even let us use his picture. We launched KRS Original and somehow… it sold. All of it. In two and a half weeks. Next came Blackberry Skirmish. We kept making sauce in small batches and shipping it out. Next Game Hot Sorghum and Green River Ghost. Both were well received, with Hot Sorghum really catching traction as a truly unique product with a broader appeal then a hot sauce usually garners.
The deal I mentioned up top Brown Friday Bonanza: Unleash the Bison Bargain! Saddle up for our wild Brown Friday Sale at Buffalo Wool Co.! This weekend save $250 off any of our ultra-luxurious, garment-tanned bison hides – perfect for cozy rugs, throws, or that epic DIY project you've been dreaming about. These bad boys are soft, durable, and straight from the American heartland!
Just punch in coupon code "BrownFriday" at checkout and let the savings roam free.
Bison (Buffalo) Hide / Robes
Whole30 Bison Sweet Potato Hash
This Whole30 Bison Sweet Potato Hash is the best better for you hash on the planet. It has crispy sweet potatoes and veggies, lean bison and the perfect blend of spices.
The write up on this one is extremely long, pretty funny, and it has quite a few great pics, instead of copying and pasting it all here, if you are interested, I highly recommend clicking the link below. We made it here the other day with some of our homegrown sweet potatoes and #TeamOmlettes best, It's a good one. Will be serving it here for Christmas morning.
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Happy Thanksgiving Friends
Just wanted to drop a note telling you how much we appreciate each and every one of you friends. Was sitting here this morning thinking about all the blessings we have received, family, friends, health, adventure and T and I are so grateful for all the support and encouragement over the years... it's truly the best life we could have. We are truly grateful.
We are thankful every day that we get to do what we do, T and I have met so many of you amazing people and had so many wonderful adventures along the way. Not gonna lie, it's been quite nice being able to stay here and build up our little farmstead and get stuff done instead of standing in a booth 90% of the year, in the olden days we would be setting up our D.C. tent today/tomorrow and spending most of December on the streets... we truly thank you for literally getting us off the streets and letting us have the holidays here with family. It's a wonderful thing.
Since we didn't raise any semi-domesticated terrorists this year we did send Dad out to pick up the turkey for dinner...
We are also very thankful you guys did such an amazing job of supporting Kim and Clint this weekend at Holmestyle Homestead, they said that was the busiest direct sales day they have had, and it really is needed and appreciated. If you need any of the best soaps ever... she is running a "buy 5 get 1 Free" sale currently too. might consider grabbing some for stocking stuffers.
This is just a quickie today, wanted to share a little bit about the National Buffalo Foundation and some more of our small business friends... with a truly exceptional product. Hope you enjoy what we have here.
Hope you have an amazing Thanksgiving!! Time to celebrate our blessings!
Ron & T and the rest of the crew here at the BWC
from the greatness that is Mark Parisi.. made me laugh ...
The National Buffalo Foundation
The National Buffalo Foundation (NBF) stands as a beacon for the preservation and future of the American bison, a symbol of resilience and heritage on the Great Plains. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the NBF is dedicated to funding critical research and education initiatives that address challenges in the bison industry, from health and genetics to sustainable management practices.
Donations to the foundation fuel these efforts through the Bison Legacy Fund, a professionally managed endowment that supports credible scientific studies and public outreach programs. For instance, contributions have enabled partnerships with institutions like the Center of Excellence for Bison Studies at South Dakota State University, where research focuses on innovative solutions to industry problems, such as disease prevention and habitat restoration. Educational programs backed by donor funds help grow awareness among producers, consumers, and the public, ensuring the bison's legacy endures for generations.
Beyond research and education, the NBF honors the bison's cultural and historical significance through initiatives like the Buffalo Hall of Fame, which recognizes individuals who have made lasting impacts on the industry. Donors can contribute in various ways, including one-time gifts, memorials to honor loved ones passionate about bison, planned giving through wills or trusts, qualified charitable distributions from IRAs, or even donations of appreciated securities—all tax-deductible and directed toward sustaining the bison's restoration. T and Dad have both served on the NBF board, guiding its mission with their deep commitment to bison conservation and industry advancement. By supporting the NBF, donors play a vital role in fostering a thriving bison population and preserving an iconic piece of American history.
I know you have dinner today and tomorrow covered, but if you would like to eat the best that Alaska has to offer, We highly recomment SleepyBay Salmon, a premier choice for seafood enthusiasts, hailing from the pristine waters of Prince William Sound and the Copper River flats in Alaska. This family-run operation, deeply rooted in the traditions of the Chenega Tribe with over 10,000 years of stewardship, sources wild-caught King, Sockeye, and Coho salmon that spend extended time feasting in nutrient-rich ocean environments. This results in exceptional fat content, delivering unparalleled flavor, texture, and succulence that sets it apart from ordinary salmon.What makes SleepyBay the best quality you can buy? It starts with meticulous harvesting using cork-lined nets to minimize damage and bycatch, followed by a unique water bleeding system on the vessel for immediate exsanguination and flash-freezing to lock in freshness. These methods ensure the fish arrives in peak condition, free from the degradation common in less careful processing. Sustainability is at the core, with eco-friendly practices and hatchery options that protect the delicate ecosystem while honoring indigenous legacies.Health-wise, SleepyBay Salmon is packed with high-quality protein, omega-3s, vitamin D, and B vitamins for better energy, muscle building, and overall wellness—all naturally derived without additives. Chefs and customers rave about it as the "best salmon ever," citing its game-changing taste and direct-from-fisherman authenticity. For those seeking top-tier, responsibly sourced salmon, SleepyBay delivers excellence straight from Alaska's wild heart.
This will be the best salmon you could ever get... truly excellent (smoked some for dinner tomorrow myself)
We do still have some things here, and for anyone not familar, we do manage to sell out almost everything every year... it takes almost a year from harvest to shelf... and we are just about to get started on harvest again.
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12 Days of Bison, I mean Giving...
Hello and Happy Saturday Friends, hope all is well in your part of the world! We have been keeping busy here, and we can't thank all of you wonderful people enough, we just had the most successful product launch in our 15 year history.
Every year we do a newsletter series we call the “12 days of bison” and it’s our most popular series of the year. We currently have about 100k subscribers to this little hodgepodge mix of bison stories and random goofyness, and in the past we have made our holiday season all about selling big luxury bison items, Think Neiman Marcus’s holiday gift stuff. Have done his and hers bison coats, a live bison, Alaska trips etc… silly stuff. It's been a lot of fun... but I just opened the last box of Lg Trekkers yesterday, and when we run out of things this time of year, the tense emails start, "Why didn't you make more of those???" it is gonna happen.
This year, instead of promoting ourselves and trying to sell you things you might not need, we would like to make this more about the actual spirit of giving, T and I have been blessed here with a bountiful harvest from our little endeavours and exceptional sales so far this season, so we are going to share some very good causes we believe in and support, and some friends small businesses who are getting started and we would just like to give them a boost for the season.
We have 12 truly great organizations we believe in and support with our time and funds, and 12 good friends who make awesome things... It will probably be spaced out over a couple weeks, as trying to do it daily would probably be rushed and less coherent than usual, we got time, let's just enjoy the ride.
Hope you enjoy what we have in here today, some of our best friends, an organization we have been a part of for over 20 years, and some random goofiness. We are having fun, working hard, and life is pretty darn good. If you do want to shop, there are some things still in stock at the bottom of the page.
Hope you have a wonderful day
Ron and T and the Crew here at the BWC
Good Cause #1 The National Bison Association
This holiday season, why not hoof it over to the wild side and join the National Bison Association (NBA) they have a supporter level that gets you accesst to a lot of great resources and the weekly newsletter and quarterly Bison Journal or donate to the National Buffalo Foundation (NBF) – because nothing says "festive cheer" like supporting America's shaggiest icon, the bison!
Imagine gifting yourself (or a loved one) the perks of NBA membership: you get access to expert ranching advice from a herd of seasoned pros, digital subscriptions to the Bison World magazine and weekly newsletters packed with industry insights, legislative advocacy to keep bison ranching sustainable, and even promotional boosts for your own bison biz – all while mingling with a community that's as welcoming as a warm winter stampede.
The National Bison Association (NBA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the preservation, production, and marketing of bison in North America. Founded to unite bison producers, marketers, and enthusiasts, the NBA focuses on advocacy, education, and research to ensure the sustainable and humane raising of bison. Its activities include lobbying for favorable policies, providing educational resources on bison nutrition and regenerative grazing practices, hosting conferences and workshops, and facilitating networking among members to share best practices in ranching and marketing.
For ranchers raising bison commercially, the NBA plays a crucial role by amplifying their collective voice in legislative matters, offering access to expert guidance and industry insights, and supporting economic viability through market promotion and sustainability initiatives. This helps ranchers navigate challenges like environmental regulations, market fluctuations, and herd management, ultimately fostering a profitable and resilient bison industry that benefits from the animal's natural advantages, such as efficient feed utilization and minimal need for artificial infrastructure.
Buysome Bison is your one stop shop for locating all things bison. This database is comprised of National Bison Association members. You can find bison products that range from bison meat, to buffalo tours and hunts, to buffalo artisan goods. Explore Buysome Bison here.
and if you want a good laugh, check out the NBA leadership page, everyone else looks like a ranching badass, and my pic looks like I am a lost tourist...
next one up is the National Buffalo Foundation, where T serves on their board.
Whispers of the Wild: The Heart of HolmeStyle Homestead
Thunder rolls across the vast Texas prairie, where ancient oaks stand sentinel over endless grasslands, and the air hums with the raw energy of the earth. Here, in this untamed corner of the world, lies HolmeStyle Homestead—a rugged sanctuary forged by Kim and Clint Holmes, stewards of the land for generations and some of our closest friends. They are also the leaders of our local homesteading community, and just truly wonderful people. I am actually helping them move tomorrow, hate seeing them go.
In Kim's workshop: bison tallow, that primal essence rendered from these noble beasts, transformed into bars of pure luxury. This isn't ordinary soap—it's a symphony of nature's finest, blending tallow with oils like olive, coconut, and castor to craft a creamy, luscious lather that endures far longer than fleeting commercial alternatives.
Why bison tallow? Because it mirrors our skin's own oils, delivering deep hydration and a gentle touch that soothes inflammation, battles dryness, and leaves you glowing with vitality—perfect for those wrestling with eczema or seeking sun protection in a world of harsh synthetics.Scented with whispers of the wild—lavender fields, peppermint breezes, or the warm embrace of oatmeal and honey—these soaps turn everyday rituals into adventures.
Handcrafted with unwavering care, each bar carries the homestead's spirit: a rebellion against the artificial, a nod to sustainability, and a promise of resilience drawn from the bison's ancient strength.Why order from our best friends at HolmeStyle Homestead? Because in every sudsy bubble lies a roar of harmony—a tale of ethical craftsmanship, profound nourishment, and the unbreakable bond between human hands and the beasts that roam free. It's not just soap; it's a piece of the prairie, calling you to rediscover the wild within.
Even in retirement mode, Dad doesn't stop—he's still scouring for remarkable finds to add to his ever-growing archive of over 400 titles and artifacts. His latest gems include a rare out-of-print volume on Plains tribes' bison customs from a private collection, a vintage children's book illustrating frontier life with baby bison adventures, and a stunning set of Native-made sterling silver and turquoise jewelry pieces that blend history with artistry. Head to herdwear.net to snag these unique additions before they're gone!
We do still have some stuff in stock, but its moving fast. If you need anything, please don't wait. I hate writing the "I am not sure when we will get more made" letters.
Out of stock for the time being: Casual Crew 2.0 in Large, Yellowstone in Med (LG and XL in very short supply) Sleep Socks in Med/Large, Gaiters and Balaclavas are very low, Bison Scarves are pretty low, and only about 7 of the Infinity Scarves left. We do expect more Large Extreme Fingerless Gloves on Monday.
Personal note: On the No-shows, I have been wearing them myself all week, and I have to say I am impressed, they do work really well: light, cozy and comfortable.
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Massive failure or complete success?
Well, after so many of you had asked, T took on the burden of coming up with a "No-show" sock, and after several iterations, came up with something her and Stacy just flipping loved... a little footie sock that is soft, warm, comfy and wicking, she took the same yak yarn we use for the Sleep socks (it is the thinnest yarn we make, and it knits up amazingly well). Well, this was back last January, and when she was happy, we placed the order with the mill. And for the last 10 months, these socks lived up to their name.
But Monday morning, we got a surprise (actually 2 surprises), the socks we were promised that wouldn't show actually did Show Up, along with a whole bunch of Pro-Gear boot socks and a restock on our OTC socks. In total 99 cases of socks turned up and have us back in business for the Holidays! I was a bit nervous, and kind of excited, thinking if we were totally sold out of stuff, I could get in more fishing this winter. I need to get some water time in soonish...
This is the final production from Fox River Mills, they closed last month, and we were lucky enough to be the last socks off the line. We do have a new producer, but we won't be up and running there till next year.
(had to hide the stack of No-shows because of contractual obligations)
So, the 2nd surprise was that they were packed two pairs to a label... and I am actually kind of happy about that. I truly believe you will be too, if you like the sleep socks, these are basically a daily wearing version that people won't even know how comfortable and happy you are in your dress shoes, tennis shoes, whatever. And don't worry, it will be our little secret. Was actually debating on not putting a pic on the product page, but that would probably be carrying the joke too far.
We are offering an Introductory special deal on a 2 Pack or a 6 Pack... who doesn't like a good six pack? And I refrained from making an image of Tupac with a 6 Pack- would have made me laugh.
Why an intro special? we need some honest reviews on them, and have found that offering a couple bucks off usually helps get these jumpstarted.
yes, the 2 pack contains 4 socks...
So... in addition to those, we finally got the Pro-Gear Boot socks restocked, and since I have a little waiting list of people who wanted them turned bright holiday red, and that's what I am doing this morning.
We do however also have them in the natural bison/silk silvery oatmeal color...
And Sunday, our friend and actual American Hero Dale Stark shared this pic... I cannot tell you how much we love Dale, he is just the most amazing person, A-10 Pilot, Rancher, Surfer, Lumberjack, Flying CowPig Trainer, Podcaster, and just the nicest and most generous person.
Well, this single pic probably sold more socks for us than anything ever before.. Thank you so much Dale.
and then it got even better... so many people started chiming in and sharing some of their own pics... so many wonderful people being so kind and sharing a little of their own adventures. We are so blessed.
then it got funny... so many great pics and stories... I will get these all compiled and make a blog post out of it. It was just a hoot and a half.
Hope you have a wonderful day.
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Unfinished business...
Well, in a completely unsurprising turn of events, I managed to forget an important piece yesterday and I am sorry about this. Gonna fix it now
what did i forget? WINNERS from our Bison Day Contest, actually remembered around 2am last night as I was up trying to calm the animals down... we had a large cat visitor, and it freaked out the cows, chickens, pigs and Maverick most of all. Not sure if it was a mountain lion or a bobcat.. most likely a bobcat, and by the time I got out there, I could just hear the caterwauling at a distance.... Mav had already scared him off. So, I do apologize. It has been a wild couple of weeks, and I was just thinking of all the stuff I had to do yesterday (which I made a good dent in)
So, with all that said, let's get to the good stuff!
5 BISON SOCK WINNERS And I will email you your prize code here shortly.
- 1. Mary B awesome bison story...
- 2. JoAnna Z Gonna try and make that BigSky Bison Pie here soon!!!!
- 3. Tom S another great bison story.
- 4. Dave B. Awesome pic!!!
- 5. Kevin Z very funny bison shrimp story.
- 6. Stacy H one more great story.
added a Bonus winner because I felt like it and was late with this.
and the $250 GC Grand Prize Winner (just imagine there is a drum roll going)
Shannen F. with the toughest bison story I have heard.
We will be sharing these stories, recipies, pictures etc in the upcoming weeks... when we start our "12 days of Bison" here very soon... it's going to be completly different than anything we have done before, and I think it's going to be better by a long shot.
I have put the Pro-Gear Boot and Crew socks back in stock these should last through the holidays...
I am waiting to get the "No-Show" socks in hand before we put them on the website, but I thought we should at least share a pic of them first... Have a feeling they are gonna be crazy popular, I know how comfortable they are.
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