UNION, Ky. (Feb.5, 2025) – The Kentucky Department of Parks is accepting sealed bids for two bison at Big Bone Lick State Historic Site.
The available bison include an 800-pound 1-year-old bull and a 1,000-pound 18-year-old cow, both in excellent health. These animals are being sold in two separate lots.
Bids are being accepted from now until Feb. 14. For questions or to schedule an appointment to see the bison, contact Claire Kolkmeyer at 859-384-3522 or email claire.kolkmeyer@ky.gov.
All bids should include the following information:
- Name
- Address
- Daytime telephone number
A $100 deposit is required with all bids (check or money order). The deposit will be returned to all nonwinning bidders. Checks should be made out to Big Bone Lick State Historic Site.
Bids should be sent to:
Big Bone Lick State Historic Site
Bison Sealed Bid
Attn: Greta Gay-Park Manager
3380 Beaver Road
Union, KY 41091
All proceeds of the sales go toward the Big Bone Lick State Historic Site bison program. In accordance with herd management, the state park auctions off select bison to maintain healthy genetic diversity, reduce the herd to a sustainable size for grazing acreage and ensure a safe herd dynamic.
The 512-acre historic site features a bison herd, campground, museum and gift shop. The park is 22 miles southwest of Covington on Kentucky Highway 338, off U.S. Highway 42-127 and Interstate Highway 71/75. For additional information on Big Bone Lick State Historic Site, visit the state parks website.
For the latest updates and information on events, visit parks.ky.gov. Kentucky is home to 44 state parks, including 17 resort parks and 13 golf courses. For more information about Kentucky State Parks, visit parks.ky.gov.