Event Calendar

Prairie Day 2026: Timeless Prairies, Thriving Ranches

6-8:30 a.m. - "Early Bird" Prairie Walk - location TBA (will email to all registrants)
Prime time for birding plus plant ID on the prairie

9 a.m. - Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park opens, registration and booths open
Activities include outdoor bingo, Bird Olympics, grouse viewing blind, rainfall simulator, and more

9:30-11:30 a.m. - Prairie walks every half hour
Birding and plant ID in the park

12 p.m. - "Prairie to Plate" lunch served and talks
Learn about the diverse benefits prairies provide and how you can help preserve them.

Bring your own lawn chair, sunscreen, bug spray, and water bottle.

No cost to attend
Registration is required for lunch tickets.

**Check your email or this page for updates in case of inclement weather**

Join this event to hear from industry experts and explore economic considerations and real-world experiences.

Free to attend
Lunch provided

**RSVP BY CALL OR TEXT TO 701-971-3123**

REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR NDGLC MEMBERS ONLY

Stockmanship School
June 23-24, 2026
Dale Little Soldier Arena at DSU

During this two-day, expert-led, intensive program, you will learn hands-on, low-stress cattle handling techniques. Learn how to understand animal behavior and how to become a better stockman. This course is available to adults and youth ages 13 and up. A light breakfast, lunch and snacks are included.

Registration Options:

Day 1 - Horseback Only
Limited to 20 people, $75 registration fee
Horses must be vaccinated for rabies and rhino/influenza. Participants will be asked to sign waivers. Stalls are available at the Stark County Fairgrounds.

Day 2 - On-Foot Only
Limited to 20 people, $75 registration fee
Participants will be asked to sign waivers.

*You may sign up for both Day 1 on horseback and Day 2 on foot if you choose.*

Viewer Registration
Unlimited, $25 registration fee per day
Participants will watch from the bleachers and participate in all discussion.

Hotel rooms are available at the Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Dickinson the nights of June 22 and 23 for $110/night. To book, call 701-483-7829 and ask for the ND Grazing block.