Who we are.
Our History.
Located just outside of Valentine, Nebraska, Golden Prairie Bison is run by Carl and Vicki Simmons, with help from their four kids. Our family has lived and worked on this land since Carl’s grandmother homesteaded in the area in 1914.
We introduced bison to our ranch in the mid-1990s because Carl wanted to try his hand at something new. Since then, we’ve been in awe of these majestic animals and how efficiently and sustainably they live on the land. We love working on the Great Plains and hope we can share a little bit of this unique and incredibly important place with you.
Our Mission.
Our mission at Golden Prairie Bison is to steward the land and conserve it for the benefit of generations to come. We hope to share a small piece of that journey with you.
Close and personal: Nebraska couple telling, and showing, bison story to visitors
Read Flatwater Press’s story on the ranch!
Why are Grasslands Important?
Read more about the hidden wonders of grasslands and how they are vital to the health of our planet. Learn about Golden Prairie Bison’s experience of living on the north edge of the Nebraska Sandhills, one of the few remaining intact grasslands in the world. Learn about the importance of grassland conservation for the survival of bison and the planet.
