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Prairie Talk: Stories of Chase County
Pioneer Bluffs Ranch Main Barn 695 Kansas Highway 177, Matfield GreenIntrigue in Chase County: Murder, Politics, Gambling and Bigotry The rich history of Chase County is filled with stories of conflict, controversy, and the complexities of human nature. Themes of murder, political maneuvering, high-stakes gambling, and the challenges of bigotry have all played a part in shaping the community over the years. Firsthand Accounts from […]
Prairie Talk: The Scribner Ranch
Pioneer Bluffs Ranch Main Barn 695 Kansas Highway 177, Matfield GreenRanching has been a way of life for several generations of the Scribner family. Their ranching operation currently involves 3 brothers along with some of their children. They own a cow-calf operation and run yearlings in the Flint Hills of Northeastern Butler County. To sharpen their cattle handling skills, they are often seen participating in […]
Prairie Talk: Woody Invasion of the Tallgrass Prairie
Pioneer Bluffs Ranch Main Barn 695 Kansas Highway 177, Matfield GreenOur Prairie Talk Panel will address the issue of woody encroachment on grasslands. This program is for ranchers, land managers, and laypeople. Note: This is our first annual “Josh and Jim Hoy Memorial Prairie Talk,” and continues the educational mission of the Symphony in the Flint Hills. Schedule 2:00 Welcome by Jeff Davidson, President, Pioneer Bluffs […]