Reservations will officially open once the baby bison have safely arrived and are ready for limited guest interaction.

BABY BISON DAYS AT ELK RIDGE RANCH

BABY BISON DAYS AT ELK RIDGE RANCH

Presented by Clear Light Cedar

Coming Soon to Placitas, New Mexico

Each spring, a small number of baby bison are born beneath the wide-open skies of Elk Ridge Ranch.

For a limited time after their arrival, guests will have the rare opportunity to take part in Baby Bison Days — an intimate, small-group ranch experience centered around connection, storytelling, and guided bottle feeding with the newest members of the herd.

Reservations will open only after the calves are safely born and thriving.

This is not a petting zoo.

This is a respectful, guided ranch experience designed to create meaningful memories while protecting the well-being of the animals.

Limited Daily Sessions

Experiences will be offered in limited scheduled sessions each day:

  • Morning Feed

  • Afternoon Feed

  • Golden Hour Feed

Availability will remain intentionally limited to preserve the quality of the experience and protect the calves during their earliest weeks of life.

Advance reservations will be required.

A Rare New Mexico Ranch Experience

Baby Bison Days offers guests a quiet and memorable opportunity to experience life on a working ranch during one of the most special seasons of the year.

Each session includes:

  • Guided baby bison bottle feeding

  • Ranch storytelling and education

  • Designated photo opportunities

  • Time to experience the beauty of Elk Ridge Ranch in spring

Elk Ridge Ranch

Placitas, New Mexico

Home of Placitas RanchFest
Presented by Clear Light Cedar

Introductory Pricing

Starting at $50 per guest

Additional premium and sunset session options may be announced at launch.

Launch Announcement

Reservations will officially open once the baby bison have safely arrived and are ready for limited guest interaction.

To receive first access to booking announcements, available dates, and launch information:

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Day One

Arrive & Meet

As everyone arrives, we take time to settle in, get comfortable, and begin connecting with those around us. The journey starts here.


Check-In

9:00 – 9:30am


Group Activity

11:00am


Lunch Break

12:30pm


Creative Workshop

2:00pm


Dinner

6:30pm


Day Two

Set Intentions & Reflect

Together, we pause to consider our goals, hopes, and direction. This is about aligning with ourselves and with the journey ahead. This is a chance to reconnect with what brought you here—your questions, your hopes, your turning points—and consider how they’ve shifted or deepened.


Check-In

9:00 – 9:30am


Group Activity

11:00am


Lunch Break

12:30pm


Creative Workshop

2:00pm


Dinner

6:30pm


Day Three

Look Forward & Wrap Up

We explore the possibilities beyond this moment, making space for growth, action, and forward momentum. As we end our time together, we honor the experience, the growth, and the connections made along the way.


Check-In

9:00 – 9:30am


Group Activity

11:00am


Lunch Break

12:30pm


Creative Workshop

2:00pm


Dinner

6:30pm


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How It Works
  • Browse our upcoming events to find the one that feels right for you. We host events year-round in all different locations and climates.

  • Sign up and pay all required fees to reserve your spot. If plans change, you can cancel up to 14 days before the retreat start to receive a 50% refund.

  • After booking, we'll send you a Welcome Packet with everything you need to know—detailed schedules, packing list recommendations, add-ons to consider, and more.

  • We'd recommend booking your transportation to and from the event as soon as possible, to ensure you can arrive without any complications or delays.

  • Now all that's left to do is pack your bags and get excited for your new adventure.

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