American Prairie Reserve is pleased to announce the promotion of Alison Fox to the role of President. Sean Gerrity, who served as American Prairie Reserve’s President for 16 years, will remain in a leadership role as CEO and continue to serve on the organization’s Board of Directors. The change in leadership structure reflects American Prairie Reserve’s growth and success since its founding in 2001.

Deniz Bertuna stepped outside on the porch to enjoy the Milky Way when this green band of Northern Lights appeared.

Big sagebrush is a critical part of life on the prairie, especially when there isn’t much for wildlife like pronghorn to munch on above the snow.

Named for their stocky build and sizable ears, mule deer are easily distinguishable from white-tailed deer by the black tip of their tails.

Great Horned Owls are probably best known for their feathery “horns.”

I had the opportunity to walk, canoe, and bike more than 200 miles across the Reserve region of Montana with a group of scientists, artists, adventurers, and others.

In Bernd Heinrich's newest book, readers embark on a journey that's full of nature and the human experience.

We've gathered some of the best tips and safety reminders from our staff so that you’re prepared for a fun, safe and memorable trip.

Download and print the Reserve's coloring book at home to teach children about prairie wildlife.

Emilie Lee became a part of the prairie landscape for a month this spring to capture the Reserve on canvas.

As we build the Reserve, Keiter's book includes many sage reminders of how to achieve the delicate balance between recreation and preservation.

Male dancers are intent on finding their mate and use their stiff-wing, foot-stomping, tail-shaking moves to draw attention from females in the audience.

Weather is a prominent character in the legends of the American West.

The Reserve’s bison herd turns ten years old this year.

Many prairie species are uniquely adapted to life on the snowy plains, but the Least weasel completely commits to its cold weather camouflage.

Photographer Morgan Cardiff captured the landscape, animals, and fellow travelers in ways that only he could – exploring the most remote parts of the project.

Predators trick-or-treating across the Reserve are on the look out for their favorite full-sized candy bar: the prairie dog.

We left in a calm blue-gray morning, grateful to have experienced the reserve and to have played one of many, many parts in bringing to life American Prairie Reserve’s vision.

Perched above the open prairie, the Loggerhead Shrike isn’t a typical songbird. It’s much darker than that.

What happens to a large, conserved landscape in a time of climate change?

Spring to fall, the nooks and crannies of the prairie are home to wildflowers in all shades of the rainbow.

To help you plan your trip to the Reserve, we’ve rounded up four of the best trip resources for self-guided explorers.

Here on the Reserve, grass isn’t ornamental – it’s an important part of the circle of life.

Our time on APR was more than a road-trip. It was a life altering experience that left me with total appreciation for the project.

If you enjoy heartwarming and fascinating tales of people from across Montana, this is the book for you.

Serving as a volunteer scientists doesn’t have to be a long-term commitment. Mobile and web technology makes it easier than ever before.

When Dennis Lingohr headed out to capture winter on the prairie, he had a surprisingly difficult task.

Earlier this week, our team headed out across the snow-covered prairie to conduct health testing and outfit some of the bison with GPS collars.

It’s not every day that you get an opportunity to participate in the release of one of the most endangered species in North America.

The footage provides an up-close look at the curious nature of the owls – and a warning to the rest of us. Watch out for your cameras!

My husband Tom and I first visited APR in 2009 when there were only 64 bison and, with only a modest sized grazing area, they were easy to find.

Unlike standard field guides that teach us the “who” and “where” of birds on the prairie, this book delves into the fascinating world of “why” and “how."

We see invasive species like Kudzu or the Emerald Ash Borer in southern and midwest areas; are there species that are hurting the prairie?

The term “rare” can have many interpretations. At the most basic level, what defines a rare species? Read the interview with Eric Dinerstein.

A recent survey conducted by the Center for Great Plains Studies identified American Prairie Reserve as one of the Top 10 Ecotourism Sites in the Great Plains.

People in the U.S. have a slowly eroding relationship with nature, but we could help reverse this trend with small, easy, and not so easy changes.

The Wimbergs set out across the prairie on bikes and captured their experience on film.

Despite our different approaches, conservationists in the West can all generally agree on one thing: nature inspires people.

Planning a Triangle trip that includes eastern Montana as well as Yellowstone and Glacier is easy, scenic and full of attractions for kids and adults.

Today, Zortman offers visitors a glimpse into the region's historic past, with rustic miners' cabins, a jail and a small white church

Through personal anecdotes and vivid stories, Beverly Hungry Wolf takes readers into the life of a Blackfoot community in The Ways of My Grandmothers.

The Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument offers visitors the chance to take in stunning rock formations, steep bluffs and views of the Missouri River.

I remember sitting on grassy hilltops surrounded by bird song, but it had been years since I had that experience until I went to the American Prairie Reserve.

Candace Savage leaves the reader with a deep appreciation of the magnificent complexity of prairies and the importance of conserving them for future generations.

Located just seven miles east of Malta in the Milk River Valley, the Bowdoin National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1936 to provide habitat for migratory birds.

Ian Frazier recounts his experiences among modern-day American Indians, particularly the Ogalala Sioux living on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota.

Welch’s first novel, Winter in the Blood, is the sensitive story of a young Native American living on Montana’s Fort Belknap Reservation.

Richard Louv offers optimistic and inspiring ideas on how we as adults can affect society by helping kids have more frequent and meaningful experiences in nature.