I am fascinated by buffalo and was super excited to see wild herds at Custer State Park while on a trip there a couple of years ago. I had the opportunity to observe and photograph these interesting animals.
Tomorrow we will take the RV on a three-hour drive north to Fort Collins. Our destination….Horsetooth Reservoir. We have family from out of state joining us to celebrate the Mother’s Day weekend. We will be hosting and entertaining at our campsite. As I put together a tentative meal plan, I consult with husband and daughter. The general consensus is to do something “Coloradoie”.
I’m not a fan of wild game. The thought of eating Bambi just doesn’t sit well with me. My daughter recommends Bison. Hmmm……not sure how I feel about eating these guys. I remember watching the Cooking Channel featuring a Bison Ranch in Black Forest, Colorado. Time to Google!
I decide to at least visit the store and see how I feel…. Black Forest Bison. As I enter the quaint shop, I’m drawn to a magnificent and huge photo hanging behind the counter. I comment on the lovely photograph. The gals’ response is, ” Yes, they live a wonderful life”. The photo is of the Black Forest Bison Ranch herd with a snow-capped Pikes Peak in the background. They are free ranging and grass-fed. Does this make me feel better about eating them?
The gal offers me samples of their specially seasoned jerky. I hesitate but try the samples….delicious. After a few more samples, little more chatting, and wandering around the store, I leave with a shopping bag filled with Bison. Yes, I will be serving Bison for Mother’s Day. I’ll let ya know what everyone thinks……..
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