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SUMMARY:Pioneer Bluffs Fall Roundup
DESCRIPTION:How can today’s Flint Hills ranchers and residents find guidance for the future from cultures who have lived here for millennia? Pioneer Bluffs will focus on Native Heritage in the Flint Hills in their annual Fall Roundup on Saturday\, October 12 \, from 2:00 to 4:30 in the historic 1915 barn. \n2:00 Welcome and the Year in Review \nThe afternoon will begin with a welcome and brief presentation reviewing the past year of Prairie Talks and activities. \n2:10 Prairie Talk – “Native Heritage and Place in the Flint Hills” \nPresented by celebrated Native American speaker and songwriter Elexa Dawson\, this talk will explore themes of Native traditional knowledge\, and philosophy of kinship with the land. Dawson will discuss how Indigenous ways of viewing the land – the plants\, creatures and bounty of the Earth – can lead us forward. She will share about her work in community gardening with the Goodway Gardens program in Emporia. A member of the Citizen Band Potawatomi Nation\, Dawson will explain the origins and culture of the Potawatomi\, and how today they are a vibrant and living people with sovereign nations and current relevance in modern society. \n3:00 Break \nRefreshments will be provided downstairs. \n3:20 Concert by Weda Skirts \nThe Weda Skirts are one of the Flint Hills’ most successful bands\, headlining on the main stage at the national Walnut Valley Festival in Winfield again this year. This special concert will focus on Elexa Dawson’s original Native-themed songs. Deeply connected to land\, her lyrics speak of the earth\, community\, and celebrating all relationships – with family\, friends\, children and nature. \n———- \nVisitors are invited to come early to tour the grounds and see updated displays in the historic 1908 ranch house at Pioneer Bluffs. A National Register Historic District\, Pioneer Bluffs is located fourteen miles south of Cottonwood Falls or one mile north of Matfield Green on Flint Hills National Scenic Byway K-177 – 695 Kansas Highway 177.
URL:https://pioneerbluffs.org/event/fall-roundup/
LOCATION:Pioneer Bluffs: Flint Hills Ranching Heritage Center\, 695 Kansas Highway 177\, Matfield Green\, KS\, KS\, 66862\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Prairie Talk
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SUMMARY:Where the Buffalo Roam
DESCRIPTION:Photo courtesy of Zach Bell \nThe American Bison was named the official state animal of Kansas in 1955. Come celebrate the “Monarch of the Plains” with us on Saturday\, November 11\, 2023. \n12-1 pm: Locally-sourced smoked buffalo lunch by Chef Tracey Graham and other Pioneer Bluffs volunteers. Suggested donation $15-25\, depending on your appetite! \n12-4 pm\n. Bison Art Show – interested in showing? Contact Tracey at PBTracey@yahoo.com for details.\n. Bison Coloring Contest for the kids.\n. Bison wool spinning demonstrations.\n. Take a selfie with a bison! \n1 pm “Buffalo George” LeRoux – Sharing a wealth of bison facts and artifacts. \n2 pm: Prairie Talk: – A Bison Expert Panel\, moderated by Josh Hoy.\nLocals (Zack Bell\, Tony Capizzo\, Jim Hoy\, George LaRoux\, Stuart\nSchrag) will share what they’ve learned raising bison here in\nKansas. Bring your questions! \nReservations are requested\, but not required. We just want to make\nsure we have enough BBQ and seating available. No-one goes\nhungry at Pioneer Bluffs!\nFor reservations or additional information\, contact us at\ninfo@pioneerbluffs.org or (620) 753-3484
URL:https://pioneerbluffs.org/event/where-the-buffalo-roam/
LOCATION:Pioneer Bluffs: Flint Hills Ranching Heritage Center\, 695 Kansas Highway 177\, Matfield Green\, KS\, KS\, 66862\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prairie Talk
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SUMMARY:Match Day 2022
DESCRIPTION:Dear Friends\,\nMatch Day is almost upon us. A very busy 2022 is bringing us to that day again\, the day on which our donors’ generosity defines what we can offer in the coming year. \nBig things happened this year at Pioneer Bluffs. More people visited than ever before and we had more programs than ever before. Music of all kinds filled the air around Matfield Green; people working in their gardens enjoyed concerts without leaving home (although we think it was more fun at PB\, sitting in the shade and seeing the orchestra). Our website is chock full of videos of Prairie Talks\, vintage film clips of ranch life\, a showcase of Kansas ranches\, virtual tours of the grounds and trail. Check it out at pioneerbluffs.org. \nThe Nature Trail is open for exploration during daylight hours and is used almost every day. Plus\, we are in the process of building a log cabin which will be our new information center. \nAll of these things are possible only because of you\, our donors\, and volunteers. With hours of work generously given\, our volunteers multiply the power of your gift by stretching every dollar. Your Match Day gift to Pioneer Bluffs\, in any amount small or large\, is pooled together and makes the big things happen. \nThe Emporia Community Foundation provides the pool of matching funds which is shared with selected organizations on Match Day. This year Pioneer Bluffs will be one of 28 that were selected. The more we raise\, the greater the match. \nOur success is only possible because of your support. All of us at Pioneer Bluffs appreciate your participation in Match Day!\nTo make a Match Day contribution\, choose one of these options: \n\nMake your check payable to: Emporia Community Foundation and send to Pioneer Bluffs | 695 KS Hwy 177 | Matfield Green\, KS  66862. We must receive your gift before November 14.\nGo online any time on Monday\, November 14\, and make your contribution at emporiamatchday.com/pioneerbluffs.\nVisit Pioneer Bluffs on November 14\, tour to see what’s been happening\, and bring your check. Executive Director Lynn Smith and volunteers will be there from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on November 14.\nDrive through at the Emporia Community Foundation | 527 Commercial St | Emporia\, KS  66801\, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. November 14.\n\nThank you – come see us. \nNancy Mattke\, Board President             Lynn Smith\, Executive Director
URL:https://pioneerbluffs.org/event/match-day-2022/
LOCATION:Pioneer Bluffs: Flint Hills Ranching Heritage Center\, 695 Kansas Highway 177\, Matfield Green\, KS\, KS\, 66862\, United States
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SUMMARY:Symphony Day Open House (and Barn)
DESCRIPTION:Our barn and house will be open on Saturday\, June 11. Whether you are heading to the Symphony in the Flint Hills (which is just up the road from Pioneer Bluffs this year)\, or simply out enjoying the Flint Hills\, this is a chance to tour our National Register Historic District. Our volunteers will be in the house\, ready to greet you with cold water and homemade cookies. And our restroom facilities will be open. \nBring a picnic\, hike our Nature Trail\, take our self-guided tour.
URL:https://pioneerbluffs.org/event/symphony-day-open-house-and-barn/
LOCATION:Pioneer Bluffs: Flint Hills Ranching Heritage Center\, 695 Kansas Highway 177\, Matfield Green\, KS\, KS\, 66862\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open House
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Workday
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers are happy people. Does volunteering make them happy\, or are happy people more likely to volunteer? According to studies\, the answer is both! \nVolunteers gather every month at Pioneer Bluffs and enjoy sharing a few hours of time. They chat\, laugh\, and get to know one another while making a difference. \nThe next Volunteer Workday at Pioneer Bluffs is Saturday\, December 4. The day begins around 8:30 a.m. with a conversation about the day’s plans. At about 9:00 a.m.\, volunteers split into teams and go to work. The day ends close to noon with a lunch and more conversation about what was accomplished. \nAll are invited to the December 4 Workday\, whether to join in the fun or simply to meet and ask questions of the volunteers. \nVolunteer tasks vary from physical to nonphysical\, skilled and unskilled. To be a Pioneer Bluffs volunteer\, it takes only a big heart and an interest in preserving and maintaining an important historic site. Those interested can simply show up\, no RSVP needed. \nThe plan for December 4 includes cleaning in the buildings\, trimming hedges\, doing an inventory\, and picking up sticks. In addition\, the original grain chute will be installed in the granary\, which involves several hands holding it up while it is secured in place. \nDetails of the day’s plans can be found on the Pioneer Bluffs Facebook event page. For information\, contact Lynn Smith\, Executive Director\, at lynn@pioneerbluffs.org or 620-753-3484 (office) or 785-393-1569 (cell).
URL:https://pioneerbluffs.org/event/volunteer-workday/
LOCATION:Pioneer Bluffs: Flint Hills Ranching Heritage Center\, 695 Kansas Highway 177\, Matfield Green\, KS\, KS\, 66862\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open House
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SUMMARY:Make a difference with Match Day!
DESCRIPTION:Once again Match Day is upon us\, that day when a huge percentage of annual support originates for Pioneer Bluffs. \nYou may wonder how Match Day affects your giving.  The Emporia Community Foundation provides a pool of matching funds to selected organizations. The more we raise\, the greater the match. \nWe are all experiencing COVID fatigue but\, alas\, the virus is still with us. This creates additional costs\, such as extra care of the facilities and technology updates to stay relevant. Did you enjoy our virtual Day of the Cowboy? Have you seen our self-guided tour at tour.pioneerbluffs.org? \nYour Match Day gift will fund family programs and exhibits that you choose\, especially critical in today’s world. \nWe deeply appreciate your consideration and support.  Pioneer Bluffs offers family\, friends and community a place of peace and refuge in our busy world.  We are grateful you have chosen to be part of our family.  You make it all possible. \n \n 
URL:https://pioneerbluffs.org/event/match-day-nov-15-2021/
LOCATION:Pioneer Bluffs: Flint Hills Ranching Heritage Center\, 695 Kansas Highway 177\, Matfield Green\, KS\, KS\, 66862\, United States
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SUMMARY:Day of the Cowboy
DESCRIPTION:Honoring Flint Hills cowhands of yesterday and today.\n\nCowboy history\, in photos\, video\, and story\, by Greg Hoots\, author and historian\nBranding—Leave your family brand at Pioneer Bluffs! Bring your branding iron\, or come watch branding demonstrated (on wood).\nRoping demonstration—watch trick roping\, then give it a try!\nVoices of the Tallgrass Prairie—we’ll record tales of ranching and cowboys\, tell your story!\nHeritage Roundup—we invite families to bring ranch exhibits and photos that share a story.\nCowboy movies shown in the barn.\nCowboy poetry and music\, featuring Jeff Davidson and Ron Wilson!\nA wiener roast\, complete with cowboy beans and watermelon.
URL:https://pioneerbluffs.org/event/day-of-the-cowboy/
LOCATION:Pioneer Bluffs: Flint Hills Ranching Heritage Center\, 695 Kansas Highway 177\, Matfield Green\, KS\, KS\, 66862\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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