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Logo of Coyote Run Ranch featuring a silhouette of a bison integrated with a forest landscape and wildlife, emphasizing nature and outdoor experiences.

About Us

Our Story

Coyote Run Ranch is a first generation, family owned and operated bison ranch in Northeast Ohio. Owned by Nick and Kristin George, the 130 acre farm houses more than just bison: miniature donkeys, chickens, horses and cattle dogs also call the ranch home. Nick grew up competing in rodeo events around the country and had a lifelong dream of becoming a cattle farmer. Kristin grew up breeding, raising and showing Arabian and Saddlebred show horses. The couple moved to the farm in 2018 and began dreaming of ways to create a farm-based business that would allow them to leave their 9-to-5 jobs. Nick became enamored with the idea of raising bison and the duo hit the road to learn all they could about raising the extra-large bovines.

They traveled across Ohio to speak with bison farmers and tour their facilities; they joined the National Bison Association and the Eastern Bison Association to learn about support systems and where to go with questions; and they learned all they could about the health benefits of this incredible meat – and they ate as much bison meat as they could, every chance they got!

Coyote Run Ranch welcomed their first batch of calves in February 2022, added a breeding bull and heifers later that spring, and have built a herd from a collection of animals coming from South Dakota, Minnesota, Michigan and Ohio. Their first calf crop arrived in the spring of 2023 and meat bearing the Coyote Run Ranch label hit stores that year as well. Nick and Kristin look forward to many more bison adventures in their futures as they build their herd and business, and introduce the delicious and nutritious benefits of bison meat to their community.

What We Offer
A herd of American bison walking in a snowy landscape, showcasing their thick fur and distinctive horns, with one bison prominently featured in the foreground.
Close-up of a bison grazing in a grassy field, showcasing its thick fur and curved horns, with another bison partially visible in the background.
Newborn calf resting on straw, showcasing its fluffy orange-brown fur and curious expression, with a soft background of farm scenery.
Close-up of a bison with identification tags on its ears, showcasing its thick brown fur and prominent horns against a blurred green background.
A brown horse galloping across a green field with a blurred background, showcasing its energy and grace in a natural setting.
Two bison grazing in a grassy field with vibrant autumn foliage in the background, showcasing the beauty of nature and wildlife in a rural setting.
Close-up of a donkey walking through a grassy field with pink clover flowers, showcasing its distinctive ears and facial features against a soft, hazy background.
A young bison calf with a reddish-brown coat stands near its mother in a natural setting, surrounded by hay. The calf exhibits a playful demeanor while exploring its environment.
A playful Australian Cattle Dog standing in a grassy field with white clover flowers, set against a backdrop of round hay bales. The dog has a blue and tan coat, a green collar, and is looking off to the side, showcasing its alert expression.
Bison standing on a snowy mound with a herd in the background, showcasing the animal's thick fur and robust build in a winter landscape.
A mother bison stands protectively beside her young calf in a farm setting, surrounded by hay and other bison in the background, highlighting the nurturing behavior of these iconic North American animals.
A baby bison calf stands beside its mother in a grassy field, showcasing the bond between the two. The calf has a light brown coat and is exploring its surroundings, while the mother, a large bison, looms protectively nearby.
A young bison calf stands in a grassy area, surrounded by adult bison. The calf has a light brown coat and a curious expression, while the adults are darker and partially blurred in the background.
Gray cat with bright green eyes sitting in the snow, surrounded by a winter landscape, with a blurred red fence in the background.
A playful donkey trotting through a snowy field, surrounded by sparse grass and distant trees in a winter landscape.
Australian Cattle Dog sitting in a grassy field, showcasing its alert expression and distinctive coat color, surrounded by autumn foliage.
A close-up of a young bison calf standing in a lush green field, with tall grass surrounding it and its mother partially visible in the background. The calf has a curious expression, showcasing its soft brown fur and large eyes.
American bison standing in a grassy field with autumn foliage in the background, showcasing its thick fur and prominent horns. The animal is tagged for identification, highlighting its importance in wildlife conservation and agriculture.
A woman and a man stand together in front of a bison enclosure at a livestock event, with bison visible in the background. The setting features metal fencing and a clear blue sky, indicating a sunny day.
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Conservation & Sustainability

Owners Nick and Kristin George are dedicated to responsibly and ethically raising bison with the most humane handling practices possible. They utilize rotational grazing to ensure fields are not overgrazed and to discourage nutrient runoff. This careful attention to the quality of grass ensures that their bison always have abundant grazing. In addition, the couple grows their own hay to guarantee they are offering the highest-quality forage to the animals in their care during the winter months. Nick and Kristin work closely with the local NRCS (National Resources Conservation Service) and the Eastern Ohio Grazing Council to increase the overall effectiveness of their bison-keeping practices, improve water, soil and air quality, and create and improve wildlife habitat on the farm.