Bison Attack Survivor’s Recovery | Boise News

Boise News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 17, 2026 · 1m

A Yellowstone tourist got seriously injured when a bison knocked him down during rut season — not with its horns, but from the impact of the fall. The photographer who captured the moment, Mike MacLeod, visited Carl McDonald in the hospital, where he’s recovering after surgery on his femur. Carl’s quick thinking saved his grandson, who ran for cover, but cost him a painful encounter. Despite being over 100 yards away — well beyond safety guidelines — the bull was clearly agitated, having charged others before. What makes this story even more heartwarming: MacLeod and Carl have become friends…