Northwind Bison

05/30/2026

All ready for the Rural Romp today!!

Come on out to the farm - open until 4:00 PM. 🥳

05/28/2026

Well lookee here! I spy a brand new bison calf!
👀🍼🥹

Mama and the herd will be keeping Baby far from the fences for the next few weeks. Unfortunately for our visitors on Saturday, you may not get as up-close of a view as you hoped. We recommend bringing binoculars or a camera with a good zoom! 🔍

We are looking forward to welcoming everyone for a beautiful sunny day on the farm ☀️
Lots of meat for sale, free samples and refreshments, and a draw for a sampler box! 🥳

See you Saturday!

05/26/2026

THIS WEEKEND!! 😎

Sunny skies are in the forecast and we are excited for our annual Spring Open House! All a part of the Wellington County Rural Romp, we will have extended hours and offer refreshments, samples, and a draw for a free sampler box! 🥳

The Romp officially runs from 10-4, and our store will open at 9:00 as usual. Come check us out as well as our other local farmers and makers - Rural Romp maps available in store! 🔍
Taste Real

05/23/2026

Gearing up for our Open House next Saturday!
Join us for an extended day to drop into the shop, see the bison, enjoy some refreshments, and try some bison meat samples. 🦬

All part of the Rural Romp brought to you by the program! 🌱

The Romp runs from 10am to 4pm and features many local vendors! Find everything you need to know at www.tastereal.ca 👀

05/23/2026

Store open today 9-1!

Fully stocked on all our frozen meats and dry goods! Looks look sunny weather is ahead - come grab some stuff for grilling this week! ☀️

05/18/2026

Taste Real Open House on Saturday May 30!!

Hit the road and explore local this spring!🚗🪴

Our annual Spring Rural Romp returns on Saturday, May 30 from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.

Take a self-guided tour through farms, nurseries, and local food and drink spots across , , and . Meet the makers behind your food, learn more about local agriculture, and discover some of Wellington County’s hidden gems along the way.

Plan your route and explore participating locations:
👉 www.wellington.ca/springromp
Township of Mapleton Town of Minto County of Wellington

05/14/2026

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we are unable to have the shop open this weekend - sorry for any inconvenience!

We wlll be open May 23 from 9 to 1, and May 30 for our Open House from 9 to 4! Or by appointment through the week.

Happy long weekend, all!

05/08/2026

🚨REMINDER: CLOSED SATURDAY MAY 9 🚨
MAY 14 EDIT: Due to unforeseen circumstances, the shop will now be CLOSED over the May long weekend.

We will be open Friday May 15 from 1 to 6 PM and Saturday May 16 from 9AM to 1PM for all your long weekend grilling needs 🥩

Meanwhile... We are just waiting for the spring buds to open! 🌳🌷🌱
These sunny days are sure brightening things up around here 😎

05/06/2026

Sometimes it's hard to believe we get to stand eye-to-eye with these beasts! 👀

Reminder that our store will be CLOSED this Saturday, May 9! 🙅‍♀️

Come see us next week for your long weekend BBQ needs - we will be open for drop-in Friday May 15 from 1:00 to 6:00, and Saturday May 16 from 9:00 to 1:00. See you then!! 🎉

04/25/2026

April showers bring May flowers!! 🌷

We are so excited for spring, and for our Spring Rural Romp open house on Saturday May 30!! We are looking forward to welcoming our community back as part of this wonderful ag-to-urban program organized by Taste Real of Wellington County. Hope to see you there! 🙋🏼‍♀️

Also it is hard to believe we only have a little over a month until we are back at the Minto Farmers' Market! The market runs every Saturday from 9am to 12pm from June through September. Lots of great local farm vendors and craft makers to browse through! 🎪

In the meantime, come see us in store through the month of May - please note we will be CLOSED on Saturday May 9, and SPECIALLY OPEN on Friday May 15 ahead of the long weekend!
Always open by appointment Monday to Friday!🦬