Learn About Bison
As part of our mission, the Rocky Mountain Bison Association promotes bison through education. We focus on providing resources for our members through our spring conference and fall ranch tours. We also attend events where we have the opportunity to educate the public about bison and ranching.
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Educational Opportunities
RMBA is excited to partner with organizations to help educate the public, future bison producers, and those int he bison industry more about bison. For example, on National Bison Day in 2018, we had a booth at the Denver Zoo that enabled us to reach a new audience. Over the years we have had educational booths at the Colorado State Fair, the Colorado FFA Convention, and the National Western Stock Show. We frequently collaborated with FFA and 4H clubs to educate those students about bison and the bison industry. We are pound to work with the National Bison Association and other State and Regional bison associations to further important aspects of the bison industry that benefit our members and our mission.
Signature Education Event
Larry Higgins Junior Judging Contest
At the National Western Stock Show in Denver, CO, every January
RMBA assists the National Bison Association to provide an opportunity for youth to judge bison brought to Denver for the Gold Trophy Show & Sale during the National Western Stock Show. This an opportunity for future ranchers to learn to spot the differences in bison. Top scoring junior judges win a scholarship.
RMBA Mentorship Program
RMBA has two mentorship opportunities available exclusively for our members: Rapid Response Rancher Database and Mentor Matching. These two programs connect new bison ranchers, or those looking to expand their bison knowledge, with experienced bison ranchers who are will to be a mentor and help guide and educate their mentee in the world of bison. To be part of this great program, become a RMBA member.
Interested in hosting an educational event? Contact us at info@bisonranchers.com.