Join Us for the Annual Buffalo Harvest

Date: March 1, 2025

Time: 9 AM

Location: Floresville, Texas

A Historic Harvest: A Special Gathering for the Fourth Annual Buffalo Harvest

This year marks the third annual Southern Plains Buffalo Harvest hosted by the Texas Tribal Buffalo Project. 2025 is a special year, as we celebrate the reclamation of 150 acres of ancestral homeland in Floresville, Texas—land with deep significance to the Lipan Apache, Coahuiltecano, Carrizo Comecrudo, and Southern Plains Buffalo peoples. This harvest is not just a continuation of tradition, but a moment of healing, sovereignty, and reconnection to the land that our ancestors once roamed.

This harvest is the beginning of a new chapter in the stewardship of the land, as we reclaim it for future generations and continue the work our ancestors began.

Embrace Tradition

Take part in a buffalo harvest ceremony that blends tradition with community, where you’ll help honor the buffalo and learn from ancestral food practices of the Lipan Apache.

Learn & Participate

Join us in an immersive cultural experience where you’ll not only witness but participate in ancestral food practices. Learn traditional butchering techniques, engage in outdoor games, listen to storytelling, engage in crucial conversations and enjoy a community meal.

Make Connections

Visit our Nonprofit Village, a space where you can network, meet organizations, access valuable resources, and learn about initiatives supporting Indigenous communities.

Event Agenda

9:00 AM – Doors Open to All

10:00 AM – Opening Blessing & Prayers

10:30 AM – Harvest Begins

11:00 AM – Processing Begins + Interactive Cultural Activities Begin

12:00 PM – Tipi Talks with Indigenous Women

2:00 PM – Interactive Cultural Activities Continue

4:00 PM – Community Gathering Meal

5:00 PM – Interactive Cultural Activities Continue

9:00 PM – Event Close and Farewell

Event Registration

Each adult must fill out their own registration form, even if you are attending as part of a group or family. This helps us keep track of attendance and ensure we can accommodate everyone. Children will be accounted for within the parent or guardian’s registration.

Please note, registration will close once we reach maximum capacity, and space is limited. Don’t wait—secure your spot today!

For the comfort and safety of all, pets are not permitted at the event

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Purchase Frozen Bison Meat at the Event

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Cash, credit, and EBT accepted

• Purchase Frozen Bison Meat at the Event • Cash, credit, and EBT accepted

 FAQs

  • Each adult in your group must fill out their own registration form. If you’re attending with family or friends, please ensure each person is individually registered to secure your spot.

  • Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the ranch during the event. This ensures the safety of everyone and the animals we work with.

  • A community meal will be served at 4:00 PM for all registered attendees. If you’re camping, please bring enough food and supplies to last for the duration of your stay, as only one meal is provided during the event.

  • Yes, frozen bison meat will be available for purchase during the event. It’s a great opportunity to take home a piece of the harvest!

  • We accept cash, credit, and EBT for any purchases made during the event, including bison meat.

  • Yes! You can camp the night before and the night of the event. Please RSVP for camping space, as space is limited. Bring your camping gear and supplies for a comfortable stay.

  • Yes, children are welcome! They will be accounted for in the parent’s registration, so no need for a separate form. Just be sure to include them in your RSVP when registering yourself.

  • Unfortunately, we do not offer general day-of registration. However, a limited number of door registrations will be available for our elders. We strongly encourage you to register in advance to secure your spot.

  • We want to ensure that all of our relatives feel welcome and comfortable. If you have any mobility or special access needs, please let us know in advance so we can make the necessary accommodations to support you during the event.

  • Yes, absolutely! We welcome anyone who’s interested in learning, connecting, and supporting the work we do. Just come with respect, an open mind, and a willingness to listen and grow.

Help Us Reclaim Our Ancestral Homeland

Your donation will directly support this important work—ensuring the land is protected, nourished, and passed down to future generations. As we work to repay The Conservation Fund and secure this land for good, we invite you to be part of this historic reclamation.