Bison and Texas State Parks
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naturetechfam
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks @DonNadeau @beckyjlomax @WildWithinHer @billbrokob #parkchat
WildWithinHer
A7. In short, intentional destruction of the bison served Euro-American political aims of diminishing and sometimes eliminating Native America in the Great Plains. #ParkChat
Donald_Beard
Q8 #ParkChat Recently, negative bison/human interactions have been in the news. This has led many people to believe that bison are the most dangerous wildlife to encounter while visiting a park. What would you tell a first time visitor about Caprock and its free-roaming bison?
59NationalParks
replying to @Donald_Beard @Donald_Beard Sad to say, the near deliberate destruction of bison in the 1800s shaped our history in many ways. It made the nomadic lifestyle of Native populations nearly impossible. #ParkChat
WildWithinHer
A8. Just because they're in a park doesn't mean they're tame or pets. Check with a ranger, and stay well back. What's the recommendation--100 yards? #ParkChat
Stars252525
A8 Watch the bison from the safety of your vehicle. If you hike and come across some, give the bison the right of way and put distance between you and them. #ParkChat
naturetechfam
replying to @Donald_Beard @Donald_Beard #ParkChat A7 wiping out a cornerstone species that means survival for a group of people is a sure way to attempt to control them. I know I would raise heck against someone doing that to my family. So bison were definitely influencial in causing conflict.
mjn126
replying to @Donald_Beard @Donald_Beard A8: Don't be alarmed. Give them space. Don't drive fast or do things to startle any animal. Respect the park rules. #ParkChat
59NationalParks
replying to @WeekendWomanWar @WeekendWomanWar Huge! Never heard of the herd. #Roadtrip #ParkChat
JohnMDouglass1
RT @59NationalParks: Q1 #ParkChat Our crack research staff has identified 23 public bison herds scattered over 19 states (there could be mo…
JohnMDouglass1
RT @Donald_Beard: Q3: #ParkChat The Texas State Bison Herd is considered the last vestige of the southern herd of southern plains bison.…
beckyjlomax
replying to @Donald_Beard @Donald_Beard I would imaging that the awe of bison remains the same. Even for indigenous peoples who killed them for food and hides held awe for bison. And I can’t help but be in awe when caught in a bison jam and the bison walking next to my car is so huge. #parkchat
naturetechfam
RT @59NationalParks: @beckyjlomax @naturetechfam @Stars252525 @CusterStatePark @CusterStatePark sells adolescent bulls every year. You can…
JohnMDouglass1
RT @Stars252525: Howdy from Texas! Looking forward to discussing one of my favorite places on earth, Caprock Canyons SP, and bison with @59…
EverybodysNPs
replying to @Donald_Beard @Donald_Beard A8: keep your distance and they won’t bother you. #ParkChat
JohnMDouglass1
RT @EPCOTExplorer: @Donald_Beard @59NationalParks Seeing Bison is just such a iconic sight. They’re our national mammal. They’re the icon o…
t_jh2009
replying to @Donald_Beard @Donald_Beard A7) I'm not familiar with the Red River Wars but I'm pretty sure it didn't end well for the Bison & the Native Americans. I believe that William Cody hunted the Bison for the railroad workers during their expansion west. #ParkChat
naturetechfam
RT @Donald_Beard: @t_jh2009 We do have over a dozen game cameras set up and try to post pictures to Facebook when we can! #ParkChat
59NationalParks
replying to @billbrokob @billbrokob @DonNadeau @beckyjlomax @WildWithinHer You currently have a solid 1.25 #ParkChat
louisbink
replying to @Donald_Beard @Donald_Beard a8 - as big, quiet and lumbering as these giants looks - getting hit but a 2000 pound bison that can run 35 mph...is gonna hurt. #parkchat
Donald_Beard
replying to @naturetechfam @naturetechfam It was a perfect storm scenario...the industrial revolution was a major cause of the bison slaughter as well. #ParkChat
JohnMDouglass1
RT @louisbink: @59NationalParks @Donald_Beard @Wild_Tribute A1 of course at Yellowstone. #ParkChat https://t.co/AeoGo6dPBC
DonNadeau
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks @billbrokob @beckyjlomax @WildWithinHer Cruel. :) #parkchat
lostpaddles
replying to @Donald_Beard @Donald_Beard Stay in the car. Walk your dog on the lease. Walk your young kids to the restroom from the campground. #ParkChat
naturetechfam
replying to @Donald_Beard @Donald_Beard #ParkChat A8 you can see them just fine from your car. If you are hiking, give them plenty of room. And watch out for snakes and scorpions. Far more dangerous!
dannyoneofmany
RT @59NationalParks: @Donald_Beard Sad to say, the near deliberate destruction of bison in the 1800s shaped our history in many ways. It ma…
beckyjlomax
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks @naturetechfam @Donald_Beard Love the questions. #parkchat
naturetechfam
RT @Donald_Beard: @naturetechfam It was a perfect storm scenario...the industrial revolution was a major cause of the bison slaughter as w…
JohnMDouglass1
RT @beckyjlomax: Love standing at the Brink of the Lower Falls in Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. The power of the water is mind-blowing.…
Donald_Beard
Q9 #ParkChat Texas State Parks offer visitors an amazing opportunity for wildlife and nature viewing. With the recent surge in visitation and increased pressure, how should these public lands be managed in order to ensure the resources are safeguarded for future generations?
ParksandPoints Donald_Beard
replying to @beckyjlomax @beckyjlomax You mean you wouldn’t feel the same if they were domestic cattle? 🤪Why is that? #ParkChat
59NationalParks
replying to @Donald_Beard @Donald_Beard Easy. Stay back. It’s their home. What distance do you recommend that visitors stay back at Caprock Canyon @Donald_Beard? #ParkChat
59NationalParks
RT @Donald_Beard: Q8 #ParkChat Recently, negative bison/human interactions have been in the news. This has led many people to believe that…
visityorkcounty
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks @Donald_Beard @Wild_Tribute We have 215 acre Tatanka Bison Ranch in York. While they are a private farm, they’re open this weekend for @AgArtYorkCounty! If you’re interested we can connect you with the farm for a possible private tour. #ParkChat
JohnMDouglass1
RT @naturetechfam: Just finished my last day of admin work for the 2018-19 school year. Ahhhh. Looking forward to relaxing with some awesom…
t_jh2009
replying to @Donald_Beard @Donald_Beard A8) Maintain a safe distance between yourself and the Bison, don't taunt or tease them & respect them for the great animal that they are. #ParkChat
mjn126
replying to @Donald_Beard @Donald_Beard A9: The million dollar question. What I'm learning. 1) a mix of being responsible for yourself and educating yourself 2) good facilities and well-posted rules 3) adequate staffing 4) funding 5) more of them (places in general) #ParkChat
beckyjlomax
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks @naturetechfam @Stars252525 @CusterStatePark Oh interesting to know. Thank you. #parkchat
Donald_Beard
replying to @naturetechfam @naturetechfam Absolutely! You don’t want to startle them or harass them...either situation will not end well! #ParkChat
59NationalParks
replying to @Donald_Beard @Donald_Beard We’ve been close before of course but only in a car. #ParkChat
Stars252525
A9 I hope the state of Texas will continue to support the parks with good budgets, game wardens, and state park rangers and employees. #ParkChat
WildWithinHer
A9. The billion-dollar question. More land set aside, more money to fund public lands, and more education for visitors. In a nutshell. #ParkChat
carfreerunner
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks @Donald_Beard @Wild_Tribute A1 We have bison in Ouabache State Park in Indiana. They are in a large pen. It's a "herd" of about a half dozen. #parkchat
beckyjlomax
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks @billbrokob @DonNadeau @WildWithinHer Hahaha #parkchat
Donald_Beard
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks 50 yards...the bison don’t listen very well though! #ParkChat