The Buffalo Jump

Buffalo Jump Diorama
This diorama shows one of the ancient methods used by Northern Plains Indians for killing the buffalo. A small band, separated from the main herd, is enticed towards the cliff and then stampeded over the precipice. Hunters below shot those not killed by the fall. Women remained out of sight until butchering begins. This type of hunting, used primarily in the autumn could provide fresh meat for many weeks.

Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Southern Alberta, and one of the world’s oldest, largest and best preserved buffalo jump’s known to exist. Visit the site at, www.head-smashed-in.com