In the latest Wrangler newsletter, we update you on the past summer of vo-ag activities from the vegetable garden to the berry patch, from the fruit orchard to the grape vineyard. YBGR kids are learning to care for chickens and raising pheasants for release into the wild, as well as, keeping their beehives buzzing.
“Last year was a better year for garlic. This year’s crop got a little too much shade, so we will move it next year. It is a learning experience for all of us as we grow the program and expand our crops and birds,” says Jim Klemple, Yellowstone Academy Vo-Ag instructor.
“Not only are the students learning some great life skills, but we are also able to incorporate therapy into the process,” explains school therapist Tammy Rea.
For more photos and to read the full Birds and Bees story, click here.
“There is no doubt in my mind that if I hadn’t gone to the Yellowstone Academy, I would have taken a very different path and ended up in prison instead of working in a community that I love,” says Isiac today from his position as Business Development Manager at the Billings Chamber of Commerce.
Yellowstone Foundation and YBGR staff traveled to Circle, Montana recently for the Ag Appreciation Dinner to honor the late Mel & Kay Johnson, thank current donors (especially Homes for Heifers donors) and share information on the Ranch and Foundation. The Circle Booster Club prepared a fantastic meal that, of course, included roast beef and mashed potatoes and gravy.
The 2023 Yellowstone Calendars are here! 
Our best friend, Cooper, has officially passed his exams and become a Certified Therapy Dog through the Delta Society and Pet Partners!
The American Council on Gift Annuities recently announced new increased rate guidelines. Now senior donors can benefit from payout rates as high as 9.1%!
