GREAT FALLS - First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park will kick off its popular summer "Jump Talks" educational programs beginning on Saturday, May 23.
Join the rangers for a 30-minute program held at the top of the buffalo jump every Saturday of the summer, ending on Sept. 5. Visitors can enjoy the panoramic views in the park while rangers describe how the First Peoples drove bison over the cliffs and share other stories and information about the sacred sites in the park, which is also a National Historic Landmark.
The free programs will be offered every Saturday at 1 p.m., with programs also offered on Memorial Day (May 25), and Labor Day (Sept. 7). No advance reservations are needed, although the talks may be cancelled in case of inclement weather.
Jump talks are free with entry to the park. Montana residents are entitled to free daily entrance to all state parks through payment of annual vehicle registration fees. Out of state vehicles and commercial use visitors are required to purchase a park pass for entry to the park.
First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park is one of the largest buffalo jumps in North America. Now beginning its 27th year, the visitor center and interpretive trails in the park tell the story of the people, the animals and the landscape of the buffalo culture. The park is located 3.5 miles north of Ulm, just off Interstate 15 at exit 270.
For more information, contact park ranger Andy Keller at 406-866-2217, or email firstpeoplesbuffalojump@mt.gov