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These albums have photos of items for sale (artwork made at ranch), successful hunts on the ranch, wild game ranch pictures of bison and elk (calf crop photos included), our personal family shots and pictures of the equipment for sale.
Have a great time viewing these pictures.
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Bison
Various photos of bison on two 1,000 acre fenced ranches in interior Alaska taken during various seasons. Enjoy!
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Elk
The elk on the ranches are Rocky Mountain Elk. We have gotten our stock from quality game ranchers. They are healthy, happy and content. The elk are rarely seen in the summer but begin showing themselves in the fall during rut.
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Calf Crop
There's nothing more exciting than April calving in Alaska. These pictures are of some of the calf crop off the game ranch. So much is invested in the herd, this is the reward. We ranch for a living but live for times like these.
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Bison & Elk - gourmet meat
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People are rapidly discovering the deliciously healthy taste of bison / buffalo. Buffalo meat tastes similar to fine beef, with just a slightly sweeter and richer flavor. Bison is naturally flavorful and tender and can be prepared much the same as beef. Publications ranging from Gourmet Magazine to the Old Farmers Almanac are heralding bison as the meat of the future. |
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Hunts
Hunts are located on the 2 game ranches, each have 1,000 acres. Hunters are asked to check in early, sight in their rifles and enjoy a 100% success rate to bring home meat, hide and head of a bison or elk. |
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Equipment Sale
Now that we are out of the certified seed business, we have various pieces of machinery in excellent shape. For sale now! All equipment has been stored and in premium condition.
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Mosaic-d Bison Skull Art-buffalo skull art
These bison skulls are either taken from the animals off of the game ranch or are replicas.
The skulls are covered in glass tiles, glass stones, semi-precious stones such as turquoise, hematite, arctic opal, malachite, polished large agates plus howlite, ceramic tiles, and/or cut china.
Each piece is cut (if necessary) to fit the skull, glued individually, and placed as a unique and one of a kind piece of Alaskan artwork.
The finished product has been grouted and sealed.
Authentic "Made in Alaska" & "Silver Hand" permit holder.
All items made at the ranch with raw materials have a "Made in Alaska" & "Silver Hand" permit holder.
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Mosaic Artwork
Mosaic art created by Ruby Hollembaek. Pieces are made of cut stain glass, tiles, ceramic china, glass stones, man-made stones, agates, howlite, turqoise, etc. By utilizying discarded windows,mirrors, and doors these pieces rejuvenate old windows, doors & mirrors. Most of these pieces have been donated to individuals battling hard times and non-profits for "spirit lifters" and fund raisers.
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Hides, Wall Hangings, Jaw Bones, etc.
We only harvest our buffalo hides from November
through January to assure that the hides are superior quality.
Buffalo hide prices vary due to size and quality. Prices range from $700- $1,000. It's best to discuss our hides by phone to give you the most accurate information regarding the hides that we have in stock.
Please contact us by email or phone - we'd be happy to call you at your convenience to discuss your options.
We try to utilize as much as the animal as possible so Scott has worked very hard this spring hand tanning the bison fur hides from the heads of the animals that we have harvested. He has also saved a number of jaw bones, cleaned and bleached them which are also for sale.
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Alaska-Home to Hunting & Fishing
Here are some photos of various hunts and fishing that we & friends do on a regular basis. Hunting and Fishing All Over Alaska. The deer are from the annual Kodiak hunting trip. A great thing to be in Alaska!
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The Family
Family, friends, farming & fishing-that's our life! Check out some of the photos we've taken over the years of our family. We raised 7 children. Ruby had 50 cousins who were mostly in the State of Alaska minus some who were raised in Covington, KY. Scott's family came to Alaska in 1951. All but one brother still live in Alaska-Terry, his oldest brother, operates a nursery in Wisconsin.
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My Alaska Photos
Enjoy the pictures from your homegrown Alaskan photographers. Alaska is beautiful all times of year but the winter scenes are particularly breath-taking I believe. Enjoy!
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Conferences
Conferences in and outside the State of Alaska are imperative for our bison/elk industry. With cellphones, internet and airlines-the ranching becomes a contempory business with old world style. Whether it is meeting Mr. Ted Turner or
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