Our gift to you? The perfect reindeer facts to share at your holiday party 🎁 | National Geographic

The “rut” has begun for Cane. When the antlers complete the yearly growth cycle, the velvet begins to itch and they aggressively rub the velvet off on whatever is handy. Providing these street sweeping brushes for the reindeer sure saves on fence repair! The breeding season will begin soon. For info on visiting the farm go to www.rooftopreindeer.com | Rooftop Landing Reindeer Farm

The Sámi people of the Arctic have a timeless bond with reindeer. Not just as a source of food or clothing, but as the heart of their identity. For centuries, reindeer herding has shaped their rhythm of life, traditions, and worldview. The reindeer give them meat, hides, antlers and valuable materials for tools and clothes; they also guide seasonal migrations and connect them deeply with the land. But above all, it’s a relation built on respect and symbiosis: the Sámi take care of the reindeer,