Treaty Day
July 3rd is Treaty Day
Treaty Day marks the 1868 Fort Bridger Treaty signing day on the Wind River Indian Reservation—a permanent, non-negotiable promise of secure boundaries, abundant hunting rights, and Tribal wellbeing. WRTBI is stepping up to achieve that original vision.
“We can protect wildlife and our water. We can feed ourselves and take care of our people. That’s self-determination. That’s food sovereignty in action and Buffalo are a big part of that. Buffalo is also a treaty right.”
– Jason Baldes, Founder
Huuwiihu, Hohou, Thank You!
With your support, we raised $25,957.20 for Buffalo rematriation on the Wind River Indian Reservation in honor of Treaty Day on July 3, 2026!
The Buffalo, cared for by the Northern Arapaho and Eastern Shoshone Tribes, are here to stay. Funds raised will go directly to supporting land rematriation through Buffalo restoration, food sovereignty, youth education, and community revitalization.
We could not do this work without our community from across the globe. Thank you to everyone who donated, and to our generous supporters Randy & Richard Mathey and Kirk Martin who offered matching donations.
As we continue putting resources into Buffalo and land return, cultural education, and sustainable food systems, we invite you to visit us, ask questions, and become a part of the next 10 years of Buffalo rematriation on the Wind River Indian Reservation.
We continue looking forward, and are grateful for your support!
Learn More About Treaty Day
What is Treaty Day? An Interview with WRTBI Director Jason Baldes
In recognition of Treaty Day on July 3rd, we sat down with our executive director, Jason Baldes, to talk about the history of the Fort Bridger Treaties and how we all can work to uphold and exercise our treaty rights.
Trust Responsibility and Buffalo as Food Sovereignty
Who decides what we eat? Who controls how our food is grown, harvested, and shared? Who benefits, and who is left out?