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the coolest guy ever.. Terry Burns. Click the pic, order the book.
Happy Saturday Friends! We made it!
Hope you are doing well... T has left me once again, it's spring break for the grands and she has gone to play fun Nana, and has left me alone here, and Stacy's daughter is having grandchild #7, so it's been Ron Solo here the last few days... life is good, just kinda busy and so many chores.
I haven't managed to cause too much trouble, other than contemplating acquiring a camel... but that is on her, she never specifically said "Don't get a camel"
I am also kind of mad at T right now... on her way out the door, she swiped my brand new copy of "Don't Follow Me" by our dear friend Terry Burns. I hadn't had a chance to read it yet, and knowing T, she will want to follow Terry on some adventure somewhere. He is just too cool a guy not to want to follow. True story, when we first met Terry, he had just finished his stint on the TV show "Alone" and he came and visited us in our booth at the AK fair, and told us he made it through 42 days with one pair of Trekker socks, so we offered him more.. and I will never forget his response. "Why would I need more than one pair of socks?" He is truly the nicest guy, and such an inspiration for adventure and exploration. Really looking forward to reading "Don't Follow Me: The Adventures and Misadventures of Terry Burns" when I finally get hold of it.
Crescent Textiles has managed to get some more bison yarns spun for us, we have Trekker and Pro-gear yarns heading towards the sock mill and the Knitting Mill. Just trying to get the warehouse filled back up...
Our fiber harvest for the year is finished (Thank you Clint Holmes!!!) , and Monday, I am heading to Colorado, to go help get it all on the way to the scouring plant, so we can start this whole crazy process over again, and then I have the National Bison Association's Strategic Planning sessions in Denver, and a few other fun chores to do up there. So, T gets to run the show here next week. Still trying to figure out if we have time to go to D.C. for the bison installation.. It would be fun. We shall see how this week goes first.
Just a couple quickies here today, I have to go pack the overnight orders.. we still have about 40 of the "Back 40 Calendars" and because we love them and y'all so much, I will be sticking one in each order today...
Hope you have a wonderful day!
Ron and the temporarily absent BWC Team, T, Stacy, Paula, Piggy Wrangler and the critter crew here.
If fruit comes from a fruit tree, what kind of tree does a chicken come from?
A poultree
I didn't get the camel (yet).. but did manage to pick up a bunch of little blonde chicks, she also never said, "Don't pick up chicks" so, again, this one is on her.
Our local community chicken project has grown, and it's a good thing. These birds will feed our friends and family this year...
Also recieved a really nice gift from Isiah Tuck, another Alone contestant and super cool guy. Ishah is the guy who was snuggling with our socks in his sleeping bag... totally my favorite scene in the series. We have the coolest friends.
The International Buffalo Relations Institute is proud to present the cover of our upcoming publication — Guardians of the Buffalo: The Essential Guide to Bison Care.
"It is now time to come together as a collective and become guardians for Buffalo and their return." —
Their new home on the mall..
The Bison herd has arrived in Washington, DC!!
As part of the United States' 10th anniversary of the National Bison Legacy Act this May, which made bison the official national mammal of the US, these incredible bison statues will "graze" on the National Mall as part of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History's new bison exhibit.
We are supposed to be there for the installation ceremony... still working on it. The BWC was part of the original coalition that got the Bison Legacy Act passed, I think we got over 100k signatures just from people who came through our booth that year... and it would be fun.
From the InterTribal Buffalo Council
As we welcome the spring equinox, we give thanks for new beginnings, for our communities, our lands, and for the buffalo. This season reminds us that renewal is always possible, and that what we nurture today will carry forward for generations.
This year, that spirit of renewal is reflected in important work happening at the national level. Congressman Jeff Hurd (CO 3) has introduced the Indian Buffalo Management Act (H.R. 7954 / S. 3478) in March 2026. This legislation is a meaningful step toward the long-term preservation and restoration of buffalo by establishing a commitment to Tribal Buffalo Management within the Department of the Interior to support tribal buffalo management, improve habitat, and reestablish herds on Indian lands.
On this spring equinox, we honor both new beginnings and the continued return of the buffalo to Tribal lands.
The work continues. The buffalo are coming home. Please support this legislation.
Bison Fiber Socks: Your Secret Weapon for Cool, Dry Feet All Summer
Summer heat can turn your feet into a sweaty, smelly mess—perfect breeding ground for bacteria, fungus, and that dreaded “foot funk.” But bison fiber socks, made from the ultra-fine, soft down of American bison. flip the script with natural superpowers that keep you cool, dry, and fresh no matter how hot it gets.The magic starts with the fiber’s unique crimpy core structure. These microscopic air pockets trap body heat when it’s cold but, more importantly in summer, allow rapid breathability and vapor release. Sweat doesn’t sit on your skin—it gets wicked away in vapor form and evaporates quickly, creating a drier microenvironment inside the sock. Independent testing shows bison wool socks run about 3 degrees cooler than cotton at 100°F while pulling moisture away far more effectively.
Unlike cotton (which soaks up sweat and stays damp) or most synthetics (which feel wet after absorbing just a tiny amount of moisture), bison fiber can absorb up to 35% of its weight before it even feels wet—and it moves that moisture away from your foot instantly. Your skin stays dry even if the sock itself gets soaked. Drier feet = fewer blisters, less irritation, and zero sticky discomfort on long hikes, commutes, or hot days at the office.That same dryness is the #1 reason bison socks stop bacteria, fungus, and foot funk dead in their tracks. Odor-causing microbes and athlete’s-foot fungi need a warm, moist environment to multiply. Bison fiber denies them that habitat through superior moisture management and natural breathability.
Many wearers report going days (even on sweaty adventures) without a whiff of odor—something cotton or polyester simply can’t match.
Bottom line: bison fiber socks aren’t just comfortable—they’re a summer game-changer. Lightweight, temperature-regulating, and naturally antimicrobial, they keep your feet cool, dry, and odor-free from sunrise to sunset. Ditch the soggy cotton and step into summer with confidence—your feet will thank you.
So, I mentioned the "Back 40 Calendar" at the top, and if you would like one, use coupon code "Back40" at checkout, so I only send it to the people who want one. It will also give you 10% off your order... *while supplies last, I think we have 40 available.
Sleep socks and Casual Crew 2.0, and OTC's have been restocked! We have also gotten in more of the Yellowstones in Med and XL.. they run large too, I wear a size 11 and can wear the mediums comfortable.
The No-Shows are almost sold out in Med/Small and based on feedback so far, I think we are going to have to make more of them soon...
Bison Leather Gloves are also moving out quickly... Opened the last case of Large and Med this week. Not sure yet what the plan is after these are gone.
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