Here’s the Deal…Working These Bison is Tough!

[@coolwatyr]

Dusty, I would rather watch a video someone else has taken of you focused on the job in front of you - and have you talk to us about what went on like you did in this video. Your safety, the safety of your helpers and the bison, is your first job. You take care of us by making sure that you have your lovely wife, Marissa, or a friend video. We all love and appreciate you. Thanks for taking us with you. Blessings to everyone

[@maxotat]

Absolutely!!!!!

[@Heisstrong]

Dusty, there is no need for you to apologize or explain! I like Chandler and Cole filming and relieving you so that you can get your work done safely! The video's are more professionally done and I love that! Who in the world would complain about that? You are doing just fine and working the bison video was fun to watch! Being safe is priority number one so ignore the critics! Blessings to you, Brook, Marissa, and the Baker family!

[@pattiklaus9580]

I love the story about Dusty Baker and his beautiful family developing their ranch and bison herd. From vloging with a baby on his hip to very professional video documenting thanks for sharing the bison and the life you live caring for them!

[@maureen684]

It’s a benefit that you have Chandler, who will take care of the videos for you. I don’t see why people feel they have a say in how you operate your channel. I enjoy the videos however you decide to show us the bison. THANK YOU!

[@elizabethannekeith]

ditto.. this is like a piece of home for me. appreciate you

[@kathleenkarsten5739]

AMEN! 👍

[@maxotat]

@@elizabethannekeith Absolutely!!!

[@nitapachulski9758]

Dusty you are right you have to be focused on yourself and crew to keep everyone safe. The herd is looking good

[@carolharris2357]

Took 20 minutes to explain. My 2nd son is like that. Don't use one word when a thousand will do.

[@BisonClips]

Much love brother! Thanks for having us out, always good to see our Oklahoma family and the herd! See you at the crawfish boil this weekend 🦞🍻

[@rosawilliams9145]

Dusty, regardless of how your Bison are filmed, I'm happy. If it wasn't for you, I would know nothing about that beautiful animal. I enjoy watching them, I always want to brush their coats. Lol. Such an amazing animal. So thank you.

[@edithchapman6651]

Dusty I enjoy every video you put out no matter the format. It is a real learning experience for me..having no for knowledge of bison. I personally believe that I see more when someone else videos. Great work.

[@scottfindley7284]

WHITHER IT'S YOU, COLE, CHANDLER OR MARISSA FILMING, I LOVE EVERY VIDEO FROM CROSSTIMBERS BISON. JUST STAY SAFE DUSTY.

[@bobsmith1814]

Oh don’t worry about the new format. As long I can see the bison and maya, I’m happy. Keep up the good work. The Ponderosa is looking good.

[@vgil1278]

Me too! I need to add Brooks to the list-she's such a beautiful baby and it's a gift that we can watch her development. It's nice to see Marissa too, but she must be so busy holding everything together!

[@wendyc.5769]

I love the production that they do!! It’s like watching National Geographic. Excellent quality!!!!!!!

[@kathleenkarsten5739]

I agree! Go Chandler and Cole! You do YOU! Excellent work. 👍

[@davidhypes5228]

I really like the videos that Cole and Chandler have been doing. They are awesome and allows us to see you really work with the bison. I also like the narration and the format. Still enjoy your vlogs too. Keep up the good work and God bless!

[@InvisiBella286]

Anybody who thinks what you do is easy should try doing this themselves. Suggestions are fine (IF they have similar situation(s)). It's great you have extra hands on deck so you can focus on what's really important. I enjoy watching these videos.

[@lindastepp9842]

It is all good Dusty, you do what you need to do - you are doing a great job with the Bison and videos - thanks for sharing !

[@virginiacurrey2019]

You have a lot of work to do, not only with the bison, but clearing the ranches, moving or building fences, etc. I think it will be great if someone you trust to be there filming for you when you are busy. Thanks so much for taking us along on raising your bison ranches. I have always been fond of the stories of the Buffalo and how special they were to the Native Americans long ago. The people during those times did such an injustice to these animals and the Indians. Am so happy to see you and others in the west caring for the bison. So you do not need your fans permission to do what’s best for you and the animals. Anyone complaining..just consider the source and let it go… thanks, Dusty.

[@donnaelkins186]

Chandler and Cole do a great job. You can't afford to get hurt. You have to have someone film for you so you have to have hands on. Brandon seems like a great kid. He sure worked that head shoot. Great video. God bless ❤ you all.

[@kathleendana]

I like the new filming methods. I always get concerned when you’re doing it and working too. Especially when Brooke’s is there. Great job guys

[@ernestdougherty3162]

I've been watching Dusty since his very first video and I don't know why he asked to explain why he does what he does it says business it's his videos quick questioning him he does what he has to do and that's all that matters thank you Dusty for sharing this God bless you Marissa and the baby

[@ghostcityshelton9378]

Safty always should come first. Change is just part of life. Thank you for doing what you all do and letting us be apart of learning about what needs to be done to take care of Bison.

[@megslittlehouseinthecountry]

I like how you explain everything you do. Your lucky to have such a good camera man. 😉

[@jennifermassie7227]

I think it's great that you have good friends helping you film!! People need to keep their negative comments to themselves!!! Sending hugs and kisses to my favorite boy Dunbar!!❤🇨🇦❤🇨🇦❤

[@shelygrimmer3344]

Dusty I thank you for explaining everything. Videoing everything is fine, but your safety is more important than a camera shot.

[@robertcampbell6122]

I agree, you need to manage your herd and helpers. Having someone else film is positive safety issue for you, your herd and your helpers. Keep up the good work! Enjoy your channel!

[@WokeUp-uq6ts]

Actually prefer the new style of videos Cole and Chandler did. Feels like a documentary and we get better close up pictures. I like they get more people involved like interviews with Kevin and Brandon too. Cool hearing thoughts from other people. We love old style videos too and like to watch them and old clips but the last month or so of new kind videos was impresive

[@KarenH8128]

I loved the new style of video. It is awesome to see how the Cross Timber Bison ranches (original and Ponderosa) as well as you with your knowledge have really grown over the last couple of years!!! Keep those videos coming! ❤️🦬❤️🦬❤️

[@randyhome1544]

Mud puppies 😃

[@tthappyrock368]

Dusty, your safety and the safety of anyone else with you comes first. You're doing things right!

[@carolharris2357]

The little girl needs her daddy too.

[@lyndadine3232]

I love how all your buffalo seem so healthy and content. I love how you also point out big Hoss. I have my daughter relaxing with a cup of coffee watching the bison as I do.

[@jeanbridgman7513]

Glad you have your friends doing the filming whatever you are involved in. Everyone should understand that as with any activity, you absolutely must concentrate. Especially if you have basically wild animals, excited, stressed and fully capable of hurting themselves or one of you. It's being distracted that can create disaster. You owe no explanation though you are so gracious. God Bless Cole & Chandler! They are doing a wonderful job! Thank you! God Bless 💖🦬🇺🇸

[@wendylou8963]

I'm sorry that you need to explain things to folks. Regular watchers would understand completely. I like the new format just as well as your vlogs. Appreciate it😍

[@bunnygaffney2765]

Yes..we all,well most. totally understand. I guess because some of us came from ranching farming background. Eventhough it's not bison ranching.. Your doing a great job and we enjoy.

[@FREEDOMREDBIRD]

Love all the videos no matter who does it! No worries here! I just love watching the bison, and you working them!

[@bren_artstudio54]

❣️Love the new format of videoing ❣️ ❣️Cole & Chandler great❣️ ❣️Love their perspective ❣️

[@lindahipp8329]

You take good care of your Bison and if having help with the videos helps you then that's great. No need to explain. Take care and stay safe out there. GOD BLESS Y'ALL.

[@kathleenmcginley4827]

I'm 70, retired & have a degree in photography. But so what? It's not the fancy equipment or lack there of, It's all about your passion...your family ... and the bison. That's what I keep my notifications on for. There are other channels out there, but it's NOT Cross Timber Bison Ranch. I watch you with a smile. Thank you for sharing the American Bison with us, I love it!

[@wykeishacraft6820]

Good morning to Cross Timber Bison and all others too. Great work as always Dusty with those chubby bison you have brought up from a mighty long way,excellent job Dusty😊😊😊i hope everyone and the bison are doing ok. Dusty you are a fantastic care taker for your family,😄 friends 😄and those chubby bison too out on your beautiful farm. It's great to see family and friends out together 😄😄i pray everybody have a bless day 😄😄.Keep up your content Dusty ,God Bless You all

[@vivians9749]

You do a great job working your Bison. Don’t listen to others your are safe, you have rules for those to help. Cole and Chandler did a great job filming for you. Keep up the good work.

[@teresamariner4238]

So enjoy all your videos, Dusty! Enjoy my CTB shirts and sweatshirt, too! Love seeing and learning about these majestic creatures and seeing them once again on sections of the great plains, even if they are behind fences. You take such great care of them and it is wonderful and kind that you bring us all along however it works out for you you to do so! Over the years you've made lots of wonderful friends. Some weld, some video, some own bison also, like Doc Baker, and some are family like Daniel, Austin, and Houston Arms and Kevin. Each one has something special to offer. Enjoy meeting them all and seeing how you all work together for the benefit of the bison. Hope you can eventually get a hydronic squeeze chute!! If it's portable like Doc's, you only need one! Don't worry. We've all had issues catching chickens, goats, cows, horses, dogs, cats, children, something. God bless! Hope you, Marissa, and Brooks had a Happy Easter.

[@marionlindsay3741]

Yes, Dusty you all do need to be safe! They guys do great filming. The herd looks great!!

[@gigigigi2298]

Thank you for taking the time to explain a lot about your herd & working process😃👏👏❤️

[@susanmarsh4351]

I, for one, am thrilled with the way you are working these larger groups of bison. I am familiar with working g Herefords snd that had its moments. Bison are a w hole new level and then some. I am thrilled you are prioritising your safety as well as volunteers and paid staff. There have been some very close calls in the past that have had me very very worried. Thrilled about the new crush too. They are such a mighty improvement for both humans and bison. Hang in there Dusty. Non farming people do not always have an understanding of just how dangerous and scary the animals can be. Bison seem such a romantic ideal but reality is rather more physical and unpredictable when working wild animals.Your regulars understand. Take a deep breath. Relax and move on. Being a pioneer in a new industry has its highs snd challenges. You have worked miracles in the last 2 years. Smile on the dial snd March forth to the next adventure.

[@pattiperrin6965]

Dusty you are right focused on you and crew is very importance. Love watching you all,

[@lilmono2]

No need to explain. We appreciate you sharing your passion and educating us. Safety and the wellbeing of staff and bison come first. Love the channel

[@gaylenash1360]

I am new to your channel. I live in the San Francisco bay area. Not sure if you knew, but Golden Gate Park in SF has a large bison paddock. It's been there since the late 1800's. I have been going there for over 50 years to watch those beautiful creatures!

[@robertkaus4168]

Your doing just fine with your video’s. I’m sure a professional taking video’s would be better but I really love the way you do it now. Good luck in all you do.

[@anj3595]

You are very fortunate to have Cole and Chandler filming. They do a great job and I like the narration by Cole.

[@debbiewhite3601]

Putting your full focus on the bison, their safety, and the safety of everyone involved is absolutely the right and responsible thing to do. It is far too easy to sit safely in our living rooms and dictate how we think others should do a thing that we know nothing about. It's entirely different when you are right there in the middle of a situation and hold the responsibility of your animals health, safety, and well-being, as well as that of the people who are helping you. You do a great job with and for your bison. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experiences, as well as your lives, with us 🙏💗🙏

[@Kathleensailorgirl]

Dusty you are absolutely right Safety first and foremost. Thanks for sharing another great video blessings to you and your family and to all who help🙏🙏🙏

[@angiebrewer9960]

Love watching you work and I appreciate so much that you keep yourself and everybody safe, and that’s including the bison so that’s very important!

[@julie-annecordwell3290]

Wish we could get bison jerky over here in Australia would be interesting to try

[@tammycox9789]

Dusty, your doing a great job. Your a great dad to all the fur babies. The fur babies look good. You can tell their healthy, happy and they love you it shows.

[@dougegbert42]

Enjoyed your interview on The Bison Insider podcast. You did a very nice job.

[@Rohlaren]

It's always encouraging when a young person is interested in learning about and carrying on this great work you and your crew are doing. The American bison is something we must cherish as part of our heritage. It's also just, in that settlers almost hunted the majestic animals to extinction, so to see you so dedicated and putting your livelihood on the line to grow and flourish these herds, not to mention the dangerous aspect of daily contact with a 2000# BEAST. I have nothing but respect for what you and your family are doing. Thanks from Oregon.

[@maryfinnfan4140]

I look forward to your videos and enjoy them all you dont need to apologise Dusty, I appreciate that you let us see the day to day stuff that youdo and also seeing the beautiful bison. Looks like young Hoss is goingto be a handful when hes a bit bigger! It was great to see Doc Parsons, what a goodvet he is, and Brandon...lovely to see a young man taking an interest in the bison world and being a goodhelp to you. xx🐂🙋

[@maryfinnfan4140]

Cant wait to see the babyred dogs! Is 32 due to have her calf soon? I know you said she was near acouple of weeks ago?

[@Aliandtosha6689]

Love how you take great care of your animals. They are so beautiful and majestic.

[@wendypocock3255]

You’re doing your utter best…considering everyone involved, and your beloved animals also. You don’t need to change anything. Keep up the excellent work, Dusty and Kevin. Thank you! 🤙🤩🇨🇦

[@CrossTimbersBison]

Thank you!

[@carolynvickery8123]

Dusty so glad you’re having someone to help you with the filming and editing. I didn’t know how you were doing everything anyway plus your safety!! Everything going to work out for you, Marissa and Brooke. God bless all of you! You’re doing a great job with Cole, Chandler and yourself. ❤️

[@jeanburgin160]

You need to focus on the bison and not worry about filming. You need to be free. You are smart to manage how you do. You can talk over what is filmed and explain what is going on. You do a great job. Keeping down the stress is important to the bison, I appreciate how considerate you are of them.

[@TFDchief-fk2sc]

NEVER compromise your safety for a camera shot! It’s a blessing to see the bison 🦬 at all. Thank you for sharing. ♥️

[@judyrudy1151]

... every one of your videos has been great! I never tire of watching your bison, your dog and especially your wonderful family & friends.

[@CrossTimbersBison]

Thank you Judy

[@rhondabritt972]

Dusty you're doing a great job. I want you to besafe. Chandler does a good job. Keep doing what you do. Hope you have a wonderful day. Love you guys.

[@denisenavara3575]

Totally understandable why you want someone else to video. If Cole and Chandler are doing the video please start off by saying Hey, Chandler here, Cole here, so we can say hey to them. They are part of the Bison family 🙂 Hope you are able to get the hydraulic set up.

[@BisonClips]

Thanks for the feedback Denise that’s a good point. Chandler and I are used to being behind a camera so it’s just more natural for us to get different perspectives and ask questions that get people to talk about what we just filmed. Dusty has mentioned introducing helpers so viewers aren’t thrown off by random ppl and voices, so I’m sure over time we’ll get more comfortable being on camera 😅 And you’re right! A hydraulic chute would be very nice, Marisa and I have discussed setting up a fundraiser for Dusty’s birthday that could help a little with the costs. Thanks for watching and supporting the channel! -Cole

[@poltex6188]

Would you be getting a trailer hydraulic system like Doc's, so that you can use it at both ranches, possibly rent it out to other bison ranches near you?

[@goldenmare2594]

Having worked with different types of livestock..i hold my breath many times when you work the herds...changes happen so fast..animal starts one direction..then flips to another or animal goes no where expected. I am so glad for you..you have others to assist..you NEED them sometimes..no if, but or or!

[@kal5528]

I was one of the people who complained about the "produced" videos. It was important that I shared what I meant by the fact that I don't like them. I completely understand that you need other people to shoot the videos, because you're working and things like that. You absolutely 100% need to stay safe! I just like the raw footage better and that's what I come here for. Also, it's very much appreciated that you spoke about it in this video.

[@teenagardner3623]

I absolutely 💯 enjoy watching you, friends and family work the Bison together for the safety of all envolved. Plus bonus you have folks with filming talents, etc. If you were stopping all the time talking while working would be irresponsible and dangerous. So, keep up the good work. LOVE your channel and the Bison I appreciate and look forward to my bells when you post.

[@cathyaddison26]

Dusty the main thing is to be safe for you and the bison love the big guys love from Arkansas

[@redsteddi]

I really enjoy the bison. Being a big city kid all my life, I am just fascinated by them I love when they're shedding their fur I would love to go up and comb them and help them remove it. Keep doing a great job and showing us how beautiful bison really are.

[@patevans3709]

Dusty--EVERYTHING you do is wonderfully done! Safety MUST be your priority! You are blessed to have such supportive family and friends, and you need to care for them as they work with you. This is your family's business, and for all of us that is a priority. I so enjoy the vlogs, but that is icing on the cake for us viewers. The vlog is NOT the important element of this process! I have family with cattle in Crescent, and dairy in Watonga, OK and watching your operation reminds me of them, back to my childhood days. My brother--graduate of OSU with a master's in beef nutrition--worked for Continental Grain for years and managed their nutrition/feeding program at feed lots all over TX, CO, KS, OK, etc. for 20 years. Moving a family with kids over the years was not conducive to making friends and enjoying academics, so he established his own business feeding black Angus, and buying and selling them for others. They were in Stratford, TX a few years and as the kids migrated to Amarillo and he focused more on buying, selling and shipping they are now in the Amarillo area. I have spent a LOT of time with him as he works, so again your work reminds me of him. His son is in Stillwater after graduating from OSU, and works for a big communications company in the area--and does videography/production full time. He could be your brother when I look at you! My dad and mom were grads of OSU, and he was a professor--with an interest in nutrition, his specialty was hogs. So, after living in OK, IA, KY, and now NC I enjoy watching you because you remind me of family and their love of farming, ranching, and hands on work! God bless you as you care for your family, friends, and Bison. Whatever we get to see is spectacular, but should be a low priority in your major scheme of balancing life!! Thank you for allowing us a little peak into your life-long dream.

[@julie-annecordwell3290]

Carnt wait to see the footage of finishing working the Dunbar herd love from Kingston Queensland Australia

[@leahmueller4193]

Too me ALL your video's are awesome. Having someone help you lets us see more of what goes on. It's great too see young folk being involved with and learn from us Older generation, so many kids don't care about anything but what's in it for them. It was clear that this young man has passion for these beautiful beast.Also it's your channel and you shouldn't have too apolize too us for anything. Like I said your video's are awesome.

[@hiheeledsneakers]

You're doing great! You all are learning. You're making good choices and making changes as problems arise. Helps us learn as well. Thanks to all your family and team. ❤🦬

[@pattyshannon6475]

Thank you for sharing. I love how the Bison seem to be watching the camera for us. Love your videos and glad you have Cole.

[@rodneywroten2994]

you put a lot of hard work Dusty. good luck be safe

[@cynthiawaite4410]

Loved the interview with Brandon. Don't stress over the picky people stay safe and keep doing what you do.

[@steffc8881]

Your giving us so much amazing information about these beautiful animals and I thankful for you and your family sharing your life. Don’t worry about the vlog it’s absolutely amazing ❤️❤️❤️

[@gracefarm394]

You are a working ranch and do what works best and safest for you and those around you. What a blessing to have someone who can film for you during those times. Yes, this is entertaining to watch, but at the end of the day you have to do what is best for your ranch.

[@deniseharvey1642]

Dusty as one of your viewers your safety and the safety of your coworkers and The bison is the most important thing. You know what’s best for your animals and how to work them and how to film it, I feel bad that you have to try to explain The filming process no way can you film and work at the same time.

[@julie-annecordwell3290]

Totally understand the way you get others to video everything and it’s also interesting seeing the difference between the way you were the 2 different herds and will be interesting to see the changes you make with the squeeze shoots

[@tracystoll4917]

Totally enjoy all videos of the Bison. Appreciate your buddies coming to help out! Less stress for animals and people should always be the goal! Great job to everyone helping!👍

[@kaseyhenderson574]

You dont owe anyone an apology or explanation on how you run your channel, but i appreciate you being considerate , even if some arent considerate of you and all you got goin on…i like Cole n chandler being there to help, they are doing great at what they do, i like their perspective on things and they are hot too🤪 i havent seen Eleanor in a minute, shes my favorite

[@Kansas66]

Such majestic animals. They seem to have a sense of humor too. It’s amazing how fast those giants of the plains run. Thanks for sharing

[@freedomisnotfree9129]

Turn your VOLUMN down 1/2 way when filming it gives more volume when viewing. Difficult to hear this video.

[@dollyc4314]

I think it's great that Chandler and Cole are there with you during the time you're all working the herd. Safety first. I actually enjoy the differences between the working footage as opposed to when you're talking with us at other times. It keeps it interesting as well as knowledgeable. That hydraulic system is awesome!

[@deborahsterling-lee5048]

Dusty, the people you have working with you are so great to do the filming and gives you the time to do your job. Blessings and safety to you and your family and videographers🐂📽️💕🙏

[@paulveenings6861]

I look at it this way . You are doing what you’re doing for you and your family . We are just along for the ride . Sometimes the ride is bumpy sometimes smooth . Whatever you can show us of your operation is greatly appreciated . Farming livestock isn’t easy at the best of times and we all try to do our best . Thank you for the ride so far . 🙂

[@CrossTimbersBison]

Thank you for the support Paul!

[@steffaniepickering596]

U can always edit in u telling whats goin on, everyone does an awsome job.

[@johannaraisch1489]

Dusty… I totally support what you are doing with the videos! You do not owe anyone an apology for running your business the way you need and want to! Love the professional touches, very well done!!

[@earlshaner4441]

Hi from Syracuse NY everyone thank you for sharing your adventures and your ranch

[@darleneallen524]

Dusty you do such an awesome job making sure we see the Bison and we understand them . You can not forget your safety your family friends and Bison !!! Keep up all the amazing work ! 🎊 🎉

[@mairhaynes2591]

As an old lady from the UK, it doesn't matter who is filming as long as I can see the bison and how you handle them,even enjoyed the welding videos 😀, keep safe, enjoy your family and do what you think is right 🥰

[@nickray8014]

Dusty I enjoyed the footage from working the Bison and completely understand why you went that direction. However I love the raw footage of you just going live and making us feel like we are there with you. Keep up the great work and thank you for welcoming us into your family and ranch!

[@debramurphy4295]

Thank you!

[@adelacoburn1396]

I'm so happy you have Cole & Chandler to film and lets not forget Marissa. I love being able to see what you're doing and how everything works. The CTB is an awesome team, I have to say. Take care and god bless...

[@sueswift8344]

I really enjoy watching your journey building your bison ranch. So glad you are able to bring in Cole & Chandler to help with filming and allow you to focus on the work that needs to be done safely. Hope and pray you are able to get a hydraulic chute soon, by Fall for sure!

[@janebeadia7280]

Thank you Dusty for allowing us watching and learning about Bison.

[@lori1508]

I think you are doing awesome. Change is good. Safety is always best. You have a family to take of!!

[@Rugersgirl724]

I love what you share, I think it’s cool you’ve had someone doing the video, another perspective and who cares if it’s professional or not professional, you’re sharing and we get to watch and learn. Thank you so much for bringing us along no matter who is doing the video or camera.

[@scubahealer]

Glad your staying focused as well as keeping yourself and others safe.

[@bobstoye9723]

You are spot on! You know you're animals and family's needs best. Unfortunately people on this side of the camera don't understand the needs and concerns with large livestock. Keep up the great work!

[@nancyburbach]

Great video of you working the Ponderosa herd. So glad you have all the support people that you have. Please don’t blame yourself to much more for not getting the Dunbar herd all done. Like you said it is always a learning experience. Great explanation about focus and the football game analogy.

[@bearfootknivesgunforge9183]

Dusty Exactly correct sir, when working Bison or any livestock and you have folks helping with limited skill or knowledge about how they act you must be focused on your job of over watch and coaching along so to speak. Great videos and footage always. I have red angus herd on our ranch and horses. God Bless and keep Ranchin it!

[@donnakeeton4967]

Your growing the Hurd its just beautiful