Ranch Photography
Making America Beautiful
Our Cheyenne River Buffalo Ranch is located in the shadows of the Black Hills National Forest - our local "purple mountain majesty", about thirty miles to the west.
Spring Returns with Snow
Spring has arrived and with it well needed moisture in the form of snow! But... we'll take it! We hope you enjoy Jill's spring time, snow photo blog.
Roundup and Release
All animals that graze public lands, must have identification of who they belong to - our identification would be an ear tag. We spruced up the existing corral system with the guidance of Dr. Temple Grandin and did our first round-up and ear-tagging a year later.
In the Buff
In celebration of World Photography Day, I've put together a collection of snapshots of what I am privileged to witness when in the buffalo herd. I hope you enjoy a short little timeout in this current state of uncertain times. Peace and Buffalo Love Around.
Winter in the Rearview Mirror
When it comes to winters... we are more than happy to see this one go. Here are a series of photos captured this past winter from around the ranch. We hope Jack Frost is in the rear-view mirror!
Prairie Garden
If one is looking to regenerate the prairie - rain sure does help! In the past two weeks we’ve received almost eight inches of precipitation. Layered with days of warm sunshine, the prairie has turned into a paradise.
Mother's Day at the Ranch
We hope you enjoy this special "Mother's Day Collection" of photos. Wishing all of the moms a wonderful Mother's Day.
2018 Latest Arrivals
This past week our first calves arrived on the Cheyenne River Ranch! It is always such an exciting time. A time that is full of hope and possibilities, making one believe that our mission of prairie regeneration can continue to grow.
Buffalo Winter
The prairie winter continues. Here are a few winter Buffalo images, along with other photos on the ranch.
The Autumn Shift
Scenes from around the ranch during the autumn shift.
Prairie Grassland Birds
Bird watching is a favorite pastime on the ranch, not just for those that live here, but also for those that visit. The old cottonwoods that canopy the house are perfect for nest builders and cavity dwellers.
A Mother's Day Parade
There wouldn't be a Mother's Day without babies and there are a lot of new babies at the ranch. Here are some snapshots of the latest regenerators of the prairie. Adorable, golden balls of fur, with faces that not only a mother could love, but anyone. Happy Mother's Day to all the nurturing mother's of the world!