Prairie Day 2026: Timeless Prairies, Thriving Ranches

6-8:30 a.m. - "Early Bird" Prairie Walk - South of Mandan (directions will be emailed to you when you register)
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
*LUNCH TICKETS HAVE ALL BEEN RESERVED AS OF JUNE 4*
Learn about the diverse benefits prairies provide and how you can help preserve them.

Bring your own lawn chair, sun protection, bug spray, and water bottle. Snacks, extra water, and sports drinks will be provided.

No cost to attend

**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**

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
SOLD OUT
*Please email contact@ndglc.com to be added to the wait list or register as a viewer.

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 by May 30.