Wozu and community friends took another step toward strengthening the land by planting fifty buffalo berry bushes along the trail. This effort is part of Wozu’s ongoing mission to restore native plants that hold both ecological and cultural significance.
Buffalo berry, known for its resilience to the harsh conditions of the Northern Plains, has long been valued as a source of food and medicine. The berries provide nourishment for people and wildlife alike, while the hardy shrubs help stabilize soil and improve the health of the ecosystem.
For the community, these plantings are more than just landscaping. They represent a renewal of traditions that honor reciprocity with the earth. By placing the buffalo berry bushes along the trail, Wozu is creating opportunities for walkers, riders, and future generations to experience the land’s abundance in a tangible way.
This project reflects the spirit of collaboration, with volunteers and friends coming together to connect with the land and with one another. Each planted bush is a reminder that regeneration is possible when care and intention guide our work.
Wozu’s vision is that the trail, enhanced by the strength of native plants like buffalo berry, will continue to grow into a living space of health, education, and renewal for the Cannon Ball community.
Our traditional plants are a sign of a healthy ecosystem and we strive to plant as many as we can!
Helping youth identify and harvest native species and expand our land regenerative practices.
Our herd is growing!
Denver buffalo run during the Fall rain! Signs of a healthy herd that are thriving within Wozu's managed lands.
Reflects the cultural and ecological significance of buffalo in heritage.
