LAND•Spring 2017

SPRING 2017 

LAND.COM

COVER STORY 

Land 

and its Many 

Changes 

ON THE INSIDE 

WELCOME HOME - Sunlit Architecture’s 

gallery of design in Colorado 

DEFINING A LEGACY RANCH in today’s culture 

JOY OF HUNTING WINGSHOOTING RETREAT 

Getting women safely hunting game birds 

PRESIDENT TRUMP’S EXECUTIVE ORDER ON WOTUS 

What it means for Real Estate and landowners 

IS NOW AN OPPORTUNE TIME TO PURCHASE LAND? 

BROKER PROFILE - LandLeader®/Living the Dream 

and Tarrant and Harman 

AND MUCH MORE... 

COVER PHOTO: CHIP LAUGHTON

COVER STORY 

THE MODIFICATION OF 

RURAL PROPERTIES TO BECOME 

FINANCIALLY SUSTAINABLE 

Lands of yesterday may not, or will not, be the lands of tomorrow. 

It is important for all of us to work towards this balance of wildlife 

and production. Many times we see these two collide and not 

work together. This, however, does not have to be the case. It is 

important to always leave the land better than you found it. That 

is whether you own it or are just visiting it. 

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LAND AND ITS MANY CHANGES 

Dan Brunk, marketing director for LandLeader, 

works with the top land brokers in America. With 

various market trends, cattle price fluctuation, grain 

markets and niche product demand, he continues 

to see landowners reinventing their properties to 

better serve their need for an increase in returns. 

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PROFILE 

LANDLEADER® | LIVING THE DREAM 

AND TARRANT & HARMAN 

Living the Dream, owned by D.W. Hindman and 

headquartered in Cuba, Missouri, and Tarrant & 

Harman Real Estate and Auction Co., co-owned 

by Travis Tarrant and Mark Harman and based in 

Alton, Illinois, provide a Midwestern case study in 

opportunity amplification. 

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GALLERY 

WELCOME HOME: SUNLIT ARCHITECTURE 

Sunlit Architecture, a long established firm located 

in Crested Butte, Colorado, specializes in high-end 

custom residences and resort-oriented architecture. 

Sunlit strives to find comprehensive solutions for the 

unique challenges and opportunities found in the 

mountain environment and landscape. 

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SPORT 

JOY OF HUNTING FORGES NEW PATH 

AS A WINGSHOOTING RETREAT AND 

SHOOTING ACADEMY FOR WOMEN 

Anne Kania and her husband, Bruce, recently 

started Joy of Hunting as a means of getting 

women safely in the field through one of the 

most accessible forms of hunting—game birds. 

She also believes that developing skilled female 

wingshooters results in a higher percentage of 

ethical, humane kills for table fare. 

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SPORT 

SPOTTED FEVER 

Today, axis deer are in great abundance in certain 

areas of Texas, found free-ranging in many counties 

in central Texas, and commonly found on high-fenced 

game ranches in various regions of the state. 

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RADAR 

WHAT PRESIDENT TRUMP’S EXECUTIVE ORDER ON 

WOTUS MEANS FOR REAL ESTATE AND LAND OWNERS 

The Executive Order directs the EPA to begin a 

rewrite of the regulation to adhere more closely to the 

definition of “waters of the U.S.” under the Clean Water 

Act and provide a streamlined permitting process. 

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BUYING LAND 

DEFINING A LEGACY RANCH 

In today’s culture of rapid-pace, multi-screen and 

readily available information, we often hear of big 

business tycoons, such as Ted Turner, who own 

hundreds of thousands of acres of ranchland, but we 

do not consider their dedication to preserving the very 

heritage and life of those lands. 

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BUYING LAND 

IS NOW AN OPPORTUNE TIME TO PURCHASE LAND? 

Why NOW is an opportune time to purchase land real 

estate. According to this year’s survey results released on 

February 14, 2017, the industry’s top land professionals 

predict an average growth in sales volume of two percent 

across all land types through October 2017, with a three 

percent growth expected in each sector for timber, 

residential and agricultural greenfield development land. 

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LAND NEWS: MARKET 

453 IS BETTER THAN 1031 

Although Section 1031 has been used successfully 

for decades, there are pitfalls that have prevented 

exchanges from being completed.

LAND / Editor 

The Seasons of Life 

TOM ALEXANDER Publisher 

LAURET JARVIS Editor-in-Chief & Creative Director 

BRITTANY GILLEN Production Manager 

LAUREN CARSWELL Designer 

KATIE GORDON Designer 

In the seasons of life, I’m holding spring in my arms. Camden, my first 

grandbaby, made her entrance into this world healthy, beautiful and loud on 

September 30th. In that moment, my heart bloomed. In that moment, our 

family was renewed. In that moment, our collective future had a pink face with 

kissable cheeks. 

I’ve never been one to sit still, but now I’m quite content to settle into a rocking 

chair for hours, hug her up and savor her sweet baby smell that will disappear 

too quickly just like this precious time. In these quiet moments, I find myself 

considering what legacy I want to leave her. 

First, there are the character traits. I want her to be loving, kind, 

compassionate, honest, faithful and hard-working. I want her to be secure in 

the knowledge she is loved, so she can be confident, bold and independent. I 

want her to be curious, fun-loving and adventurous. 

To that end, I’m looking forward to introducing her to the outdoors. In the 

beginning, it’ll be walks in the woods, picking up sticks, rocks and leaves, and 

jumping in the occasional mud puddle. Over time, though, I see us climbing 

rocks, riding bikes, slushing down ski slopes, pursuing deer and wetting flies. 

She and I—and the rest of our family, if 

they can keep up—are going to make 

memories in our special places. 

ERIC BRODNAX President 

JOE VOLLARO National Sales Director 

ANDREW CAMPBELL Director of Sales Operations 

JUSTIN SIMONS Regional Sales Manager 

NICK VRABEL Regional Sales Manager 

JASON ADAME Field Sales 

NATHAN ARCHER Sales 

KYRAN BAKER Field Sales 

BRANDON BICKHEAD Field Sales 

DON BARKS Field Sales 

MICHELE BLUM Field Sales 

ANTHONY CHAPPELLE Field Sales 

BRUCE CRAIG Field Sales 

CARL EBERT Field Sales 

CHAD ELTING Field Sales 

SAM HAGEY Sales 

EDWARD MILLS Field Sales 

LESLIE MUNN Field Sales 

TODD POWERS Sales 

JASON SMITH Sales 

TREY WERNER Field Sales 

KELLY BAILEY Senior Account Manager 

MELANIE RICHMAN Account Manager 

KERSTAN TURMAN Account Manager 

LYNNE ZAROSKY Account Manager 

Special places that allow you to make 

memories with your special people is the 

reason that LAND exists. Flip through our 

pages and imagine the possibilities for all 

of the seasons of the year—and all of the 

seasons of your life. 

Lauret Jarvis 

Editor-in-Chief 

Lauret@LandsofAmerica.com 

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DAN BRUNK is the 

Marketing Director 

for LandLeader and 

is based in Colorado. 

Dan brings over 20 

years of marketing 

and advertising 

experience to the team from the real estate, 

television, publishing, retail marketing 

and communication industries. Brunk cut 

his teeth in the real estate industry as the 

Marketing Director for Hayden Outdoors, 

and still manages a marketing team that 

has helped Hayden Outdoors grow into an 

eight-state region and a leading brokerage 

in the West. Dan manages the marketing 

strategy for LandLeader globally, and works 

closely with members to enable them with a 

strategic and efficient marketing campaign to 

work best for each brokerage member. Such 

tactics include a new national television show 

on RFDTV, integrated lead and syndication 

program leading online presence and yielding 

over 10 million brand impressions annually for 

LandLeader and its members. For interest in 

joining LandLeader, please contact 

(844) 281-4301. 

DAVID FISHER is the 

managing partner for 

Creative Real Estate 

Strategies, a national 

firm that specializes in 

deferring the capital 

gains tax, state tax and 

depreciation recapture on the sales proceeds 

of investment and residential properties 

without a 1031. David can be reached at 

(713) 702-6401. His email address is david@ 

cresknowsrealestate.com and his website is 

www.cresknowsrealestate.com. 

JESSA FRIEDRICH, 

MBA, is the Marketing 

Manager for the 

REALTORS® Land 

Institute. Jessa has a 

Bachelor of Science 

with a dual major in 

Business Administration and Marketing as 

well as a Masters of Business Administration 

in Marketing with a specialization in Social 

Media. She has been with RLI in the land 

real estate industry for over two years and 

manages all matters pertaining to marketing 

and communications for the organization. 

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LAND / Contributors 

In her role, she is dedicated to promoting 

and enhancing the valuable benefits of a RLI 

membership to the land real estate industry. 

IRWIN GREENSTEIN 

is the publisher of 

Shotgun Life, the 

first online magazine 

dedicated to the best 

in wing and clays 

shooting. 

DAN MURPHY has 

called southwestern 

Colorado home 

his entire adult life. 

His dedication to 

understanding issues 

at the heart of western 

Colorado has been exemplified through 

his service in numerous arenas. Dan’s 

work commitment, positive outlook, and 

approach on wildlife and domestic issues 

have brought forth progressive, positive, and 

life-altering changes. He has spent a lifetime 

understanding rivers, western lands, wildlife, 

and the issues they face. He is currently the 

Owner/Broker of Team Murphy Realty and 

M4 Ranch Group, a division of Team Murphy 

Realty, specializing in ranch and recreational 

properties in Colorado and New Mexico. 

THE REALTORS® LAND INSTITUTE (RLI) 

is a membership organization created 

for land experts and by land experts. 

Our organization is dedicated to building 

knowledge, building relationships, and 

building business for our members—the 

extraordinary real estate professionals—who 

broker, lease, sell, develop, and manage our 

most precious resource: the land. Find out 

more at RLILand.com. 

SHOTGUN LIFE is the first online magazine 

devoted to the great people who participate 

in the shotgun sports. Their goal is to provide 

you with the best coverage in wing and clays 

shooting. That includes places to shoot, 

ways to improve your shooting and the latest 

new products. Everything you need to know 

about the shotgun sports is a mouse-click 

® 

away. That’s because Shotgun Life is your 

dynamic resource for the most current and 

useful information as it becomes available. 

Shotgun Life is free and you can see it at 

ShotgunLife.com. 

GREG SIMONS 

received a B.S. degree 

in Wildlife and Fisheries 

Sciences in 1987 from 

Texas A&M University 

and soon after formed 

Wildlife Systems, Inc., 

a company that currently manages hunting 

operations on over 800,000 acres of private 

land in Texas and New Mexico. He is also coowner 

of Wildlife Consultants, LLC, providing 

technical assistance to landowners and other 

entities on habitat management and other 

wildlife-related issues. Greg served as President 

of Texas Wildlife Association through July 2015. 

SUNLIT ARCHITECTURE’S design 

philosophy is simple: “Keep A Smile On 

Our Clients Face”! We are only happy when 

our client is happy! They understand that 

architecture is a service-oriented industry and 

they will deliver hands-on, client-inclusive, 

personal service. They approach every 

project with fresh perspective, innovation 

and with an integrated project approach. Visit 

sunlitarchitecture.net. 

LORIE A. WOODWARD 

has worked as a writer 

and public relations 

practitioner exploring 

the intersection of 

agriculture, natural 

resources and public 

policy for almost 30 years. Her career, which 

has included stints in the public and private 

sector, has taken her across the country 

and around the world, where she has been 

enthralled by the people of the land and their 

stories. She is the president of Woodward 

Communications and co-owner of The Round 

Top Register, a regional magazine focused 

on life in the rolling bluebonnet hills of central 

Texas where country meets city. Woodward was 

reared on a ranch near Lexington, Texas, but 

now makes her home in San Angelo with her 

two children, Kate and Will.

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BEXAR Goods 

BEXARGoods.com 

BEXAR Goods, the adventure-based lifestyle 

company, originated as an outlet to create 

leather products that the founders wanted to 

use themselves. Their vision is to create carry 

goods products that can journey the world with 

you, and develop character and charm from the 

environment and adventures they experience 

with you. They believe in ruggedness, 

simplicity, durability and timelessness. BEXAR 

Goods is the creative collaboration of a small 

team of craftsmen based in Bexar County, 

Texas, the heart of the Texas Hill Country, 

an area with a rich heritage in leather use for 

outdoor travel. While their roots are based in 

Central Texas, their vision and inspiration are 

drawn from cultures around the world. 

Wild Zora 

WildZora.com 

In early 2011, Zora’s family started to learn about Gluten-Free, 

Paleo and Primal food. They just didn’t feel good about feeding 

the typical sugary, grain-filled snacks on the market to their 

kids! Jerky proved no better. So many jerky snacks contain 

nitrites, nitrates and MSG, and all of them are just too tough and 

too salty. When we’re hungry, our bodies crave lasting energy: 

something substantial, savory and nutritious. Nothing on the 

market lived up to that standard. Beginning in 2013, they created 

their own alternative. At home, they always considered meat 

and vegetables a complete meal. So they started to mix and 

dehydrate 100% grass-fed beef from a local rancher along with 

fresh vegetables from their garden. They discovered that they 

could make super tasty meat and veggie snacks that their family 

really enjoyed! Their kids started sharing their beef and veggie 

snacks with their friends at school. Soon many of their friends 

insisted they start a business to sell them and they listened! They 

now make their meat and veggie bars in their own fully USDAcertified 

kitchen just outside Fort Collins, Colorado. 

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Enduring investments have timeless value, a legacy that can be shared and passed on. 

For more than 30 years, U.S. Coins has been one of the nation’s leading wholesalers 

of rare and unique coins. Add a piece of history to your estate — contact us today.

Matador 

MatadorUp.com 

Wilderness Coffee 

WildernessCoffee.co 

Wilderness Coffee was born from a passion for the outdoors and enjoying a coffee in those epic 

landscapes. They love our planet, and want to always make sure they are doing their part to make it a better 

place. Because of this, that they promise to plant one tree for every bag sold. At Wilderness Coffee, they are 

committed to offer only 100% organic, fair trade coffee. All of their coffee is roasted weekly in small batches, 

and they always guarantee their coffee’s freshness. Whether you are out in the back country or a weekend 

warrior enjoying their coffee at home, they want you to share your love for coffee and the wilderness with 

them. Each time you brew their coffee, they want to take you back to your best memories. Wilderness 

Coffee even allows you to try their coffee for free! Visit their website to order your free bag today. 

Matador was born in a 10’x10’ San Francisco bedroom in 

2014 when they stumbled on a trend; people sitting outside 

on their coats or lugging bulky blankets across town to the 

parks and beaches. Matador felt there had to be a better 

solution, and that’s when the Matador Pocket Blanket was 

born. What started as a pocket-sized blanket that unfolds to 

seat four became a passion for designing and developing 

packable adventure gear. It’s a totally new category that 

they’re introducing to the world. Their mission is to make 

your travels and adventures more convenient through highquality 

packable gear. Quickly outgrowing that San Francisco 

bedroom, the company relocated to colorful Boulder, 

Colorado, in 2015. Matador beltieves in staying true to their 

roots, and Boulder is an adventure mecca. They use the 

local mountains, rivers and plains as their testing grounds 

and feel there’s no better place for it. Every team member is 

passionate about the outdoors, travel and adventure, and 

this passion translates into well-designed, thoroughly-tested, 

highly-capable products that you can depend on. 

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Backwoods Decoy Systems 

BackwoodsDecoySystems.com 

Backwoods Decoy Systems (BDS) is a waterfowl company, run 

by waterfowl hunters, for waterfowl hunters. BDS produces 

high-quality decoy weight systems at a reasonable price. Their 

product is field tested and proven under some of the worst wind, 

rain and snow western Kentucky can throw at you. At BDS they 

produce tangle-free, easily deployed and retrieved decoy weight 

systems. No more early mornings of knotted decoy strings, no 

more frustrating decoy bags and most importantly no more wet, 

cold hands. 

Long Hollow Ranch: An Historic Oregon Ranch 

LHRanch.com 

Long Hollow Ranch (LHR) is a guest ranch and year-round bed and breakfast with good old fashioned values. The remodeled 110-year-old 

ranch house welcomes you to historic Central Oregon. The friendly ranch-style atmosphere, the cozy guest rooms and home-cooked meals 

satisfy and refresh hungry and tired guests. They cater to small groups, business retreats and weddings. Explore the ranch on horseback 

or hike the bordering high desert rim rock. Fish to your heart’s content in the ranch reservoirs or spend a relaxing afternoon reading on the 

veranda, pitching horseshoes in the yard by the campfire or practicing your roping skills. Easy to access, yet tucked away off the beaten path, 

LHR is a rustic oasis waiting to be discovered. The ranch is located on the Sisters to Terrebonnne Cycle Trail. 

The Cowboy Hat Book 

RandHats.com/cowboy-hat-book.cfm 

The Cowboy Hat Book, written by Ritch Rand and William 

C. Reynolds, features an impressive array of cowboy hats, 

showcasing the wide variety of styles, colors and fabrics 

used to create the cowboy hat, now a symbol of America 

and western culture that is recognized all over the world. 

Beginning with a brief history of the cowboy hat, the 

authors go on to explain the building of the perfect hat, 

its care and feeding, hat etiquette, hat hair and more. 

Beautiful photos of real cowboys and movie cowboys 

sporting their trademark hats illustrate how creases, 

brims, shapes, and trims are unique to the individual who 

wears each hat. The Cowboy Hat Book celebrates the 

history and importance of this unique piece of clothing 

that hasn’t fundamentally changed in more than 100 

years. Ritch Rand’s family has been making handcrafted 

hats for over 20 years. His hats have rested on dozens of 

famous heads—from presidents to kings and heads of 

state to movie stars. He lives in Billings, Montana. William 

Reynolds is president and CEO of the marketing, PR and 

advertising agency Banning Company, Inc. The company 

has a special division that services the western and 

equine industries. He lives in Malibu, California. 

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Ruffwear 

Ruffwear.com 

Ruffwear’s mission is to build dog gear to enhance and 

inspire exploration for outdoor adventurers and their human 

companions. That mission has stood the test of time…and 

they continually strive to design and build gear for dogs 

that allows our four-legged friends to accompany us on our 

shared adventures, all while providing a level of safety and 

comfort in the great outdoors. Because Ruffwear is inspired 

by their outdoor pursuits—backpacking, skiing, river running, 

mountain biking—it’s natural for them to utilize fabrics, 

hardware, materials and construction processes that have 

been proven in the environment they live for and play in. 

Their dogs (as well as inspired individuals, just like you, with 

“professional” canine testers) put their products through the 

paces, providing valuable feedback that motivates and drives 

Ruffwear’s continuous product development. At the end 

of the day, Ruffwear believes it is the amazing connection 

with our dogs, and their ability to motivate us to get out 

and explore, that makes all the hard work worth the effort. 

Dogs encourage us to follow our nose just to see where the 

experience takes us. They improve our health, our lives, and 

our outlook…and ask for little in return. Combine a dog’s 

appetite for exploration with the right equipment, and you’ll 

be prepared for yet another grand adventure. 

Hydro Hammock 

HydroHammock.com 

Take your camping excursion to the next level with 

the Hydro Hammock. Made in Oregon, this hammock 

doubles as a hot tub. “People love lounging in 

hammocks, and people love soaking in hot tubs, 

and finally the two have become one,” said Andrew 

Liszewski at Gizmodo. The Hydro Hammock is 

constructed with industry-leading, high-quality 

materials and is designed to hold up to your life’s 

adventures. The ultra-strong material can handle soap 

suds, salt water and up to 750 pounds of cargo. The 

Hydro Heater that’s used to heat the water is just as rad 

as a portable shower, as it is a heating system for the 

hammock and they supply you with a shower head too! 

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The Antique Barn Company 

See our inventory of old barns we have 

available at www.AntiqueBarns.net 

The 

Antique Barn Company 

Our company specializes in the preservation 

of antique timber frames. These structures can 

be used as homes, great rooms, horse stables, 

swimming pool houses, wedding halls, hunting 

lodges, restaurants, etc. Have a piece of our 

heritage relocated to your homestead. 

Our Inventory Includes: 

• True Round Barns 

• New World Dutch Barns 

• Center Aisle Gable 

Entrance Barns 

• German Fore Bay Barns 

• English Threshing 

Hay Barns 

• Bull Beam Barns 

• Monitor Barns 

• Traditional Churches 

• Japanese Minkas 

• New Timber Frame 

Structures 

• Yurts 

donald@antiquebarns.net 

Tel: (603) 218-6768 

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PARK COUNTY 

COLORADO 

PARK COUNTY 

The 3,330-acre Middle Fork Ranch is a fly fishing paradise, a true Gold Medal fishery! 

Roughly seven miles of the South Platte River flows directly through the ranch, while 

Crooked Creek flows along the Northeast side. There are COLORADO 

two adjudicated springs, as 

well as two man-made ponds, and the ranch owns ample water rights for augmentation 

The of 3,330-acre an additional Middle pond. Fork The Ranch fishing is a fly endless fishing with paradise, excellent a true river Gold bends Medal and fishery! grassy 

banks. Roughly Elk frequent seven miles the property of the South year-round, Platte River but flows limited directly bedding through cover the on the ranch, property while 

makes Crooked late season Creek flows the best along opportunity the Northeast for good side. hunting. There are The two ranch adjudicated produces springs, excellent as 

well high as two country man-made grazing ponds, opportunities and the with ranch good owns carrying ample water capacity rights for for the augmentation 

area. Mineral 

rights of an are additional included, pond. and the The ranch fishing has is some endless gravel with and excellent rock mined river bends and stored and grassy on the 

banks. property. Elk frequent This rare the offering, property with year-round, world-class but fishing limited in bedding close proximity cover on to the Denver property and 

makes the front late range season of the Colorado, best opportunity is extremely for rare. good Please hunting. call The to set ranch up a produces private tour excellent today. 

high country grazing opportunities with good carrying capacity for the area. Mineral 

$13,500,000 | PROPERTY ID: 3667328 

rights are included, and the ranch has some gravel and rock mined and stored on the 

HAYDEN OUTDOORS, LAND LEADER 

property. This rare offering, with world-class fishing in close proximity to Denver and 

the front range of Colorado, is extremely rare. Please call to set up a private tour today. 

$13,500,000 | PROPERTY ID: 3667328 

HAYDEN OUTDOORS, LAND LEADER 


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SANTA CRUZ COUNTY 

ARIZONA 

South Mill Ranch is 1,224± deeded acres of sensational dramatic beauty which boasts an 

absolutely magnificent main house, two very attractive guest houses and a stable complex 

with a conference room, office, hay barn, corrals, pens, picnic ramada, shop, windmill and 

helipad. The ranch is perfect for a private family or corporate retreat. It is also ideal for a small 

cow-calf operation. South Mill Ranch borders 1,009 acres of open space to the west on the 

San Cayatano Mountains and approximately 10,000 acres of preserve land on the Sonoita 

Creek State Natural Area and Patagonia Lake State Park to the south and southeast. The 

mountain views of the Santa Rita’s, San Cayetano’s and the Grosvenor Hills are astounding in 

all directions. The climate is excellent year round at a 4,100 feet elevation. Please call Marty 

Ryan for more details or an appointment at (520) 429-0746. 

$8,000,000 | PROPERTY ID: 2897660 

FIRST UNITED REALTY 

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STEWART COUNTY 

GEORGIA 

Matre Forestry Consulting is pleased to offer for sale Magnolia Springs, a pristine, 300± acre recreational 

property with first-class amenities. Magnolia Springs offers diverse outdoor recreation in a secluded 

location. If you enjoy hunting, abundant populations of deer and turkey are here, managed extensively for 

over 15 years with little hunting pressure. In addition, there are four ponds on the property, two of which are 

spring-fed. 85 acres of pasture combined with miles of woodland trails offer an incredible opportunity for 

horse lovers. The main house at Magnolia Springs is situated on a bluff overlooking a beautiful two-and-ahalf-acre 

spring-fed pond, with walking trails leading around the lake. 

$1,250,000 | PROPERTY ID: 3551169 

MATRE FORESTRY CONSULTING, INC. 


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COCHISE COUNTY 

ARIZONA 

Rancho de las Rocas is the absolute epitome of a oneof-a 

kind ranch. There is nothing else like it in all of the 

southwestern United States. The ranch is located in 

the famed Texas Canyon in the Dragoon Mountains in 

southeast Arizona. It consists of 1,050± acres of diverse 

land highlighted by magnificent boulder formations that 

are over 50 million years old. The ranch has been featured 

in several Hollywood movies and television shows. It 

has deep-rooted western history with visitors including 

Wyatt Earp, Cochise and his Apache warriors. The world 

renowned and respected Amerind Foundation borders 

the ranch. The views are incredible in every direction and 

the land’s phenomenal beauty is breathtaking and truly 

humbling by its majestic stature. The ranch may also be 

available in smaller parcels for as little as $500,000. 

$7,900,000 | PROPERTY ID: 3484366 

FIRST UNITED REALTY & HALL AND HALL 

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FLATHEAD COUNTY 

MONTANA 

INCREDIBLE SETTING AND LIFESTYLE. Abundant 

privacy on 274 acres in 12 parcels, with 2,850 feet of 

Mooring Creek, three residences, including a guest 

cottage, ponds and waterfalls. Amazing entertainment 

amenities, including a stunning pool with twin cabanas, 

driving range, bocce ball and so much more. Fabulous 

location minutes from an international airport and all 

the Flathead Valley has to offer. Also available with 101 

acres for $4,790,000. 

$6,250,000 | PROPERTY ID: 2765333 

WINK & COMPANY 

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WOODWARD COUNTY 

OKLAHOMA 

Nestled in the Northwest corner of Oklahoma, this ranch is outfitted for avid 

hunters, ranchers and those looking for the ultimate recreational land. Currently 

managed for deer and quail, there are about 16 corn feeders, five deer protein 

feeders and 42 quail feeders. In addition, there are four insulated hunting tower 

blinds, two fiberglass hunting tower blinds and 16 hanging tree ladder stands. 

This prime hunting property has it all from natural water sources with the North 

Canadian River running through it, to topography favorable to the native wildlife 

in the area. The property was created to be the ultimate weekend getaway with 

a 3,700-foot landing strip leading up to the recently-remodeled main lodge. 

Originally a small log cabin, the lodge now features an immaculate kitchen with 

stainless steel appliances and a large gas cook top perfect for entertaining guests. 

This property has it all from running cattle, hunting deer and quail, to fishing in a 

private stocked lake or one of the river tributaries. 

$8,756,000 | PROPERTY ID: 3570498 

TRIANGLE REALTY 

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Land 

and its 

many 

Changes 

THE MODIFICATION OF 

RURAL PROPERTIES TO BECOME 

FINANCIALLY SUSTAINABLE 

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WRITTEN BY DAN BRUNK 

MARKETING DIRECTOR, LANDLEADER® 

PHOTO: CHIP LAUGHTON 


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--rom the time I was just a boy I have found myself 

surrounded by nature’s landscape, in all of its forms. 

From oak-filled hills to pasture bottoms, mountains 

dense with pines to coastal hills, Oakdale, California, 

offered a great place to grow up with a gun and 

fishing rod in hand. Hunting was instilled in me when 

I was young by my father, and finding ground to hunt 

on was an exciting challenge for my buddies and me. 

Knocking on doors to gain access to pheasant hunting 

property came second nature back then, and Central Valley 

California yielded thousands of acres of private pasture 

ground that sustained excellent populations of healthy 

pheasants. We didn’t call them formal ranches, we just went 

down to the “Old Irishman’s” property and hunted pheasant 

after school, wading through the waist-high grass and 

busting pockets of birds with my trusty Lab. Yes they had 

cattle, but nothing like a major ranching operation. Just about 

a hundred acres, maybe 50 head of Angus and Charolais, 

coupled with the classic handful of hogs, chickens and a 

couple of border collies or heelers by their house and barn. 

There were hundreds of small farms along the valley floor 

from Bakersfield to Redding. 

That has changed in the last two decades and I will forever 

remember the fun we had as kids chasing the wily Ring-neck. 

Now, these properties are intensively managed almond and 

walnut orchards, dairies and vegetable farms. Gone are the 

pheasants, having been replaced by doves and various other 

species. Landowners were forced to grow more financially 

beneficial crops to meet the increasing demands from 

populations and taxes. Change is inevitable and growth is just 

going to happen. I now know that balance is the key. We are 

fortunate to work with some of the best stewards of this great 

land, farmers and ranchers who wake up every day to work 

with their hands on what they are passionate about…Land. Ever 

improving yields, habitat and the general landscape. 

It’s 2017 and now I’m the marketing director for LandLeader. 

Three years into this and its now the largest land marketing 

company in America, reaching almost $3 billion in land sales 

throughout our national land marketing network made up of 

farm, ranch and rural and brokerages across the country. As 

I try to hold on to this ride working with the top land brokers 

in America, I’m exposed to stories just like this from coast to 

coast. With various market trends, cattle price fluctuation, 

grain markets and niche product demand, we continue to see 

landowners reinventing their properties to better serve their 

need for an increase in returns. Our brokers are there every 

step of the way pointing out market changes. Let’s take a 

look at some regional trends across the country. 

Southeast 

CONTRIBUTION FROM JON KOHLER & ASSOCIATES 

Not every landowner has the convenience of keeping a property 

natural and in its perfect conservation and “habitat first” form. 

I’ve learned that “balance is the key.” Jon Kohler calls this the 

“conservation and land stewardship ethic,” which is a term of 

art meaning balancing nature with economic returns. 

Recently I traveled to Thomasville, Georgia, to film a feature 

with Jon Kohler & Associates for our LandLeader Television 

show that airs on RFDTV. Our crew seeks out interesting and 

exciting stories about landowners and conservationists and 

their passion for the land. I had the true pleasure of visiting 

the Chemonie Plantation, a traditional quail plantation that 

harbors wild quail, and in recent years was partially converted 

to a cattle operation. Jon and Erica Kohler, C.J. Brown, Walter 

Hatchett and the crew followed championship Pointers as they 

bounded through the wiregrass following their keen nose in 

search of a wild bob. 

One of our favorite 

things to do is to improve 

properties to the next higher 

asset class. Thankfully, 

in our market the bestmanaged 

natural properties 

are worth the most. 

–JON KOHLER 

Coveys rose that afternoon and the double guns cracked amid 

the yellowed grasses and longleaf pines. But just a hundred 

yards away and over a fence sprawled hundreds of acres of 

green pasture and a herd of Ultra Blacks, which is a type of 

Black Angus. Chemonie’s new owners created a higher yield of 

return so as to allow its plantation to be partially self-sustaining. 

In addition, the modern costs of managing lands are coming 

down, and the balance of recreational ground and income 

ground on the same property has evolved in the past decade. 

Jon Kohler, the leading broker in the country for plantations and 

a LandLeader co-founder, supported this trend. “When talking 

about the balance of land stewardship and the conservation 

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ethic, there’s a conflict. You have to balance peoples’ 

changing desires and economic needs, so for most people 

everything can’t be purely recreation. This property has been 

in flux since the 1830’s. At one time it was a cotton plantation, 

then in 1888 quail plantation asset class replaced that, and 

for the last 90 years Chemonie has been used to propagate 

wild quail populations. Now this owner has converted about 

20 percent of the property to cattle operations, but not a 

traditional southeastern cattle ranch, more symbiotic to the 

land, planting legume and grasses that also benefit wildlife.” 

“One of our favorite things to do is to improve properties to 

the next higher asset class. Thankfully, in our market the bestmanaged 

natural properties are worth the most. Therefore, 

we can take a timber property and improve it for wildlife, 

aesthetics and timber and it will be worth more as a high 

quality recreational property than in the lower timber asset 

class. This adds value to the landowner and is the right thing 

to do with the land. It’s a win-win!” says Kohler. 

We were joined by Tall Timbers President Dr. Bill Palmer, 

whose perspective on cattle conversions on southern 

plantations was based on understanding and deep 

knowledge. No doubt that habitat preservation and the 

conservation of quail ground and old-growth longleaf pine is 

pure in his passion. But he supports the practice of keeping 

properties from being overly commercialized. 

“Some properties take segments of their land and maximize 

cattle production, some are planting agricultural crops. 

Having a balance between maintaining the biodiversity and 

natural resources—the core for quail land—and ensuring 

families can afford it and keep their property means 

developing other ways to increase economic potential.” Dr. 

Palmer went on to stress the importance and realization that 

costs to maintain these plantations is actually going down, 

with modernization of farming equipment and efficiencies in 

crops and cattle management. 

Being based in Colorado and from the west coast, I never 

knew about the heritage of the Red Hills and the “plantation 

life” until working with the team at Jon Kohler & Associates. 

The landowners there take wildlife and land stewardship to 

a whole new level. The same goes for every other part of 

the country in which LandLeader has brokers, from Maine 

to California and throughout 35 states. Every area has its 

own critical areas and features. As a marketing enthusiast I 

have always tried to educate myself about the product I am 

promoting, and with a river of knowledge from our regional 

and local land specialists we have the tools, knowledge and 

passion for selling land in every cranny of this country. 

CHEMONIE PLANTATION HAS MODIFIED THEIR PROPERTY IN RECENT YEARS 

TO ADD INCOME PRODUCING CATTLE OPERATIONS (BEYOND POINTER) TO 

BALANCE THE HISTORICAL RECREATIONAL LAND ASSET. 


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Rocky Mountains & Great Plains 

CONTRIBUTION FROM HAYDEN OUTDOORS 

Demand for agricultural ground is, of course, tied to rising and 

falling commodities prices. If beef prices are down, so is the 

demand for ranchland. If corn and wheat prices are in a slump, 

buyers are reluctant to invest in farm ground. 

Generally, commodities cycles can play out independently of one 

another, with demand up in some sectors and down in others, 

and with corresponding effects on the land market. At present, 

agricultural commodities seem to be in a collective slump, with 

products from beef to small grains expected to experience 

declines in 2017. This has pushed land buyers to shift their focus 

away from agricultural ground and instead eye investments in 

recreational real estate, such as hunting and fishing properties. 

The recreational 

market is excellent and 

it is critical to find the 

highest and best use of 

any piece of land. 

–DAX HAYDEN 

“Today we are seeing many landowners mistakenly believe that 

the recreational markets are in the same place as the Agricultural 

markets in general,” says Dax Hayden, managing partner with 

Hayden Outdoors and the national director of LandLeader. “The 

recreational market is excellent and it is critical to find the highest 

and best use of any piece of land.” 

Hayden, whose company markets working farms and ranches 

as well as hunting and fishing properties throughout the Rockies 

and Great Plains, points out that the boom in the recreational 

market need not leave sellers of agricultural operations in despair. 

In fact, the interest in sporting properties can create an effective 

marketing opportunity for agricultural landowners, tapping into 

what Hayden refers to as a “market within a market,” provided a 

farm or ranch has a bankable recreational element - be it a stretch 

of river frontage a great pheasant population or an environment 

that draws trophy deer and elk. 

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DAX HAYDEN'S NEW MIDDLE FORK RANCH LISTING COMBINES A HIGH MOUNTAIN 

CATTLE OPERATION WITH GOLD MEDAL FISHING ON THE SOUTH PLATTE RIVER 


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Farmers and ranchers with such properties, Hayden says, are 

capitalizing on the demand for recreational ground by marketing 

the hunting and fishing opportunities that exist within their 

agricultural operations. For example, cropland with river frontage 

or a section of a ranch known for great elk hunting might be 

leased or divided from the remainder of the property and sold at a 

premium price per acre, generating what likely would be a muchneeded 

tool to keep a farmer or rancher in business. 

Hayden cautions that such approaches require knowledge and a 

great amount of caution by the landowner and the broker. Plans 

like this need to be strategically executed with the long term future 

of the property in mind. Selling or leasing the wrong portion of the 

property or taxing the ability of the farm or ranch to generate future 

income must be avoided if possible. Doing this insures that the 

property will still be a viable agricultural operation. Landowners 

must think creatively and utilize all aspects of value. Recreational 

value is real and many times it can be a game changer. 

Still, such market-within-a-market game plans can equip land 

brokers not only to help farmers and ranchers weather the ups and 

downs of the commodities markets, but also to create capital to 

strengthen the long-term viability of their businesses. 

“As brokers,” Hayden says, “you might be able to help a family 

keep from losing their farm or ranch. My family has been through 

some hard times in agriculture and I know that saving a family 

operation can last for generations.” 

CALIFORNIA OUTDOOR PROPERTIES JUST LISTED GOLDEN S RANCH, A NORTHERN CALIFORNIA ORCHARD OPERATION FOR SALE NEAR SACRAMENTO 

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West Coast 

CONTRIBUTION FROM CALIFORNIA OUTDOOR PROPERTIES 

In response to increased global demand for healthy, nutrient-rich 

nuts, much of California’s irrigated pastureland has been repurposed 

over the past two decades to create orchards growing almonds, 

walnuts and pistachios. Almond acreage alone has doubled over 

the last 20 years, according to the Almond Board of California, an 

industry advocacy group with more than a million acres currently 

devoted to the crop. In 2011, the value of the California almond 

harvest surpassed that of the state’s grape output, putting almonds 

second only to dairy products among California’s top commodities. 

Land broker Todd Renfrew, owner of California Outdoor Properties, 

headquartered in Vacaville, Calif., says the trend has been a 

dominant theme in the state’s agricultural real estate market. 

“A perfect example is a ranch with irrigated pasture on which 

you’re running cattle,” he says. “You have the grass, you have 

the water, you have the soil. Given the demand for orchard 

ground, though, those same resources can be put to use 

differently, and you have a much larger income stream.” 

Renfrew specializes in selling farms and ranches throughout 

California. The pasture-to-orchards trend, he explains, has 

played out statewide, most visibly in the agriculture-oriented 

Central Valley. Long one of the world’s most productive farming 

regions, producing everything from tomatoes to cotton, the valley 

is now home to more than 6,000 almond growers who, according 

to the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization, 

produce 60 percent of the world’s supply of the nut. In an effort 

to meet global demand, many growers have expanded their 

operations beyond the flat farm ground traditionally occupied by 

orchards, planting trees in surrounding lowland hills. 

“Demand has driven the switchover from pasture to orchards,” 

Renfrew says. “There’s been a high demand for almonds, particularly 

in the Asian market—India and China. There aren’t that many areas in 

the world that can grow almonds. California’s one of them.” 

Despite its recent dominance in the ag market, though, the trend 

has shown signs of slowing. Prices for orchard ground have 

begun to come down, and urgency among buyers has calmed 

in comparison to the activity of recent years. “There’s still a big 

demand for almond and walnut trees,” Renfrew explains. “But 

buyers aren’t willing to pay as much as they have been paying.” 

Still, California orchard properties continue to command serious 

money. A buyer selecting from currently available inventory might 

expect to pay between $16,000 and $60,000 per acre. 

Renfrew identifies other trends impacting the California land market: 

an increased use of mechanical harvesters raising efficiencies, 

and thereby profits, in the grape and olive industries; and ongoing 

interest among landowners in pursuing conservation easements. It 

is the recent break in California’s five-year drought, though, that has 

landowners, investors and brokers feeling most enthusiastic. 

“In the last few years, many properties still had the soil, but not 

the water,” Renfrew says. “Landowners drilled more wells, going 

deeper and deeper, which impacted the water table. In 2016, 

we had a tremendously wet year. The dams are full, so it’ll be 

interesting. There’s some question as to whether some of these 

orchards have been planted in areas where the water table might 

come up, and whether that will have an impact on the trees. Still, 

the rain we’ve had has people excited, and we’re optimistic about 

the market.” 

Lands of 

yesterday may not, 

or will not, be the 

lands of tomorrow. 

Lands of yesterday may not, or will not, be the lands of tomorrow. 

It is important for all of us to work towards this balance of wildlife 

and production. Many times we see these two collide and not work 

together. This, however, does not have to be the case. I am lucky 

to work for companies who care about the land, the landscape 

and its people. It is important to always leave the land better that 

you found it. That is whether you own it or are just visiting. I have 

been reading the horror stories from the Midwest fires in Kansas, 

Nebraska and Oklahoma and I feel for those passionate farmers 

and ranchers dealing with death and devastation. I pray for those 

families who have lost loved ones and look towards the spring and 

greener grass. 

The constant evolution of these properties and knowing the market 

trends and potential valuation is what our team of licensed land 

brokers and agents can offer our clients. When you look to buy 

real estate, keep in mind that what you purchase today could be 

modified and enhanced for tomorrow—and might just help you 

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ESTERO AMERICANO RANCH 

$17,000,000 • 1,119 acres • Marin County, California 

On the market for the first time in nearly 150 years. 

The ranch has been USDA Certified Organic since 

2006, producing Certified Animal Welfare Approved 

and American Grass Fed Full Blood Registered Beef 

Cattle. Located only 50 minutes from the Golden 

Gate Bridge. Contact: Todd Renfrew, (707) 455-4444, 

California Outdoor Properties. 

California OUTDOOR 

PROPERTIES 

LONG VALLEY RANCH 

$18,000,000 • 16,600 acres • Wheeler County, Oregon 

Welcome to the Long Valley Ranch! Nestled in the 

highly sought Ochoco Mountain Range of Central 

Oregon, this 16,441± acre continuous block boasts 

over 34 miles of boundary, nonexistent of public 

roads nor access within. Contact: Timothy O'Neil, 

(541) 480-3682 or Garrett Zoller, (541) 944-8821, 

Land and Wildlife. 

BIG ELK RANCH 

$6,250,000 • 2,121 acres • Boulder County, Colorado 

The ranch is located just over an hour from Denver 

and 20 minutes from Estes Park. The ranch has 

an incredibly diverse habitat of treed hillsides, 

creek bottoms lined with willows and aspen 

groves, and expansive and intermediate mountain 

meadows. Exceptional hunting! Contact: Zack Wiese, 

(970) 889-3142, Hayden Outdoors. 

SOUTHERN CATTLE COMPANY 

$55,000,000 • 8,991 acres • Shasta County, Florida 

At 13,924± acres, Southern Cattle Company is one 

of the finest cattle ranch operations in the South, 

featuring one of the most researched and respected 

cattle herds in the country with highly desirable 

genetics, outstanding water and some of the finest 

farming land. Contact: Jon Kohler, (850) 508-2999, 

Jon Kohler & Associates. 

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MACDUFF PLANTATION 

$3,000,000 • 900 acres • Leflore County, Mississippi 

Established in 1835, Macduff Plantation, located 

in Leflore County, has been the home of excellent 

whitetail and waterfowl hunting for generations. 

900 acres of mature hardwoods, sloughs, cypress 

and tupelo gum brakes, with frontage on the 

Little Tallahatchie River. Contact: Jacob Sartain, 

(662) 836-6048, Sartain’s Heritage Properties. 

PANCAKE HOLLOW 

$984,000 • 328 acres • Calhoun County, Illinois 

This 328± piece is a turnkey recreational property 

in Calhoun County. Located in the sought after 

Golden Triangle of Illinois, this property offers 

every ingredient to produce trophy whitetail year in 

and year out, as well as living quarters and a well 

thought out poll barn. Contact: Jonathan Prehn, 

(618) 225-0568, Tarrant & Harman. 

SILVER RIDGE FOREST 

$4,734,400 • 11,836 acres • Aroostook County, Maine 

Realty Of Maine 

This large, nearly 12,000-acre parcel is a great 

investment of many types. This is a great timber 

growing parcel which has many tree plantations, 

long paved road frontage, and a well-built interior 

road system. This parcel is an amazing long term 

investment! Contact: Michael Cole, (207) 831-4625, 

Maine Outdoor Properties. 

MICHIGAMME HIGHLANDS 

$1,690,000 • 1,133 acres • Marquette County, Michigan 

This beautiful property is located in west-central 

Marquette County, and includes land in both 

Michigamme and Republic Townships. The 1,132.50 

acres is being offered as individual parcels. The 

parent parcel is located east of Lake Michigamme. 

Contact: Timothy E. Keohane, (906) 524-6288, 

Great Lakes & Land. 

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RIVERBLUFF PLANTATION 

$2,235,200 • 1,016 acres • Burke County, Georgia 

Riverbluff Plantation is a 1,016± acre recreational 

and timber property located just 15 miles from the 

Augusta Regional Airport in Burke County, Georgia. 

It has 20+ year-old planted loblolly pines, a fouracre 

pond, duck hole and more. Contact: CJ Brown, 

(803) 480-1260 or Jon Kohler, (850) 508-2999, 

Jon Kohler & Associates. 

A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT 

$2,999,000 • 580 acres • Texas County, Missouri 

Over five miles of Big Piney River frontage here! 

This river runs through one of the most exquisite 

beautiful farms in all of Missouri. You will be 

awestruck upon entering the farm while enjoying 

the bluff top views encompassing the farm and 

the extensive bottom land pastures. Contact: 

D.W. Hindman, (314) 486-3500, Living The Dream. 

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TROPHY ELK RANCH 

$7,750,000 • 5,417 acres • Fergus County, Montana 

This property consists of 3,817 deeded—1,600± 

State and BLM lease—and is located 42 miles north 

of Lewistown, Montana. Potential for a 400 cow/calf 

operation. It is ranked #4 in the state for trophy elk. 

The Judith River lends itself as a superb wild fishery. 

Contact: Trampus and Staci Corder, (406) 622-3224, 

Corder and Associates. 

J & J FARMS 

$3,950,000 • 975 acres • Steuben County, New York 

New York land with ponds, lodge, three houses, 

food plots and barn for sale: This fantastic 974.64- 

acre property has been meticulously designed 

for the ultimate hunting experience while also 

providing for maximum comfort and unparalleled 

recreation and relaxation. Contact: Brian Bullard, 

(716) 962-9935, Timberland Realty. 

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CANNONBALL RIVER RANCH 

$2,950,000 • 961 acres • Grant County, North Dakota 

www.DakotaPlainsRealty.com 

This property sits on the famous Cannonball River 

and is known for the multitude of wildlife that 

reside along its banks. This property offers 960± 

acres of crop, CRP, artisan wells, plots and trees. 

Recreation opportunities. Contact: Darin Milbrath, 

(701) 306-0461 or Vivian Thingelstad, (701) 793-1202, 

Dakota Plains Realty. 

ELDER CREEK RANCH 

$6,990,000 • 5,918 acres • Tehama County, California 

California OUTDOOR 

PROPERTIES 

Very private, with views of Mount Lassen and Mount 

Shasta at an elevation of approximately 1,000 feet. 

500-pair for season. Lots of year-round live water 

on the property and abundant wildlife. This ranch 

would make a great all-natural cattle operation 

and hunting retreat. Contact: Todd Renfrew, 

(707) 455-4444, California Outdoor Properties. 

ECHO VALLEY RANCH 

$4,479,715 • 1,870 acres • Coleman County, Texas 

Echo Valley Ranch has tremendous deer, hog, turkey, 

and dove hunting. Several of the larger watersheds 

have excellent waterfowl potential with hundreds of 

ducks residing on the various impoundments in the 

fall and winter months. Contact: Jason Pettigrew, 

(817) 854-2030, No Fences Land. 

WHITETAIL PINES RANCH 

$3,495,000 • 3,715 acres • Campbell County, Wyoming 

The ranch is located directly north of Gillette, 

Wyoming. Bordered on one side with 1,880+ acres 

of land locked and fenced BLM and on the other 

side with 585+ acres of BLM and a State Section, 

this ranch is very well protected, making it an 

excellent hunting property. Contact: Bill Vacek, 

(307) 699-1378, Hayden Outdoors. 

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ANGOSTURA RANCH, SOUTH DAKOTA 

$2,750,000 / 1,141 Acres / Fall River County 

The most scenic and well located lands within the boundaries of the Black Hills National 

Forest. Offering almost unlimited recreational opportunities, the site has a spectacular 

variety of terrain including, rolling meadows, rugged canyons, forested mountains, 

impressive rock formations and lakeside farm land as well as dramatic elevation 

changes and spectacular views. Contact: David Peterson, (605) 341-1997. 

MIDDLE FORK RANCH, COLORADO 

$13,500,000 / 3,330 Acres / Park County 

The Middle Fork Ranch is a fly fishing paradise, a true Gold Medal fishery! It consists 

of approximately 3,330 deeded acres and 1,000 acres of BLM lease ground. Roughly 

seven miles of the South Platte River flows directly through the ranch, while Crooked 

Creek flows along the Northeast side of the Ranch. Elk hunting is tremendous on this 

ranch as well. Contact: Dax Hayden, (303) 619-6774. 

OL' MAN RANCH, NEW MEXICO 

$11,664,000 / 8,640 Acres / Cibola County 

Located about two hours from Albuquerque, 25 minutes south of I-40, this family 

ranch is the ideal property! Trophy elk call this ranch their sanctuary, and numerous 

bulls well over the 360 mark are taken every year. Deer, bear and lion are all over the 

counter in this unit. Turkeys and blue grouse call the ranch home as well. Call today for 

a qualified showing. Contact: Greg Liddle, (970) 946-0374. 

4-S RANCH, NEBRASKA 

$7,300,000 / 5,155 Acres / Custer County 

A rare opportunity to own 4,565± contiguous deeded acres of hard grass rangeland. 

Excellent big game hunting can be found throughout the entire property with abundant 

mule deer, whitetail deer, and Merriam turkeys. Grouse, prairie chicken, quail, and 

pheasant can also be found on the eastern half of the ranch. Contact: Jade Stunkel, 

(308) 730-7071 or Justin Hertzel, (402) 416-3847.

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COMANCHE CREEK FARM, COLORADO 

$4,400,000 / 2,400 Acres / Elbert County 

The ranch features 1.5 miles of Comanche Creek bottom that is heavily wooded with 

cottonwoods and watering holes for game to congregate. This ranch is a working 

cattle operation and farm currently. It offers excellent cattle pens, gates and fences 

throughout. It is well watered and cross fenced for livestock. Close to Denver and the 

front range! Contact: Seth Hayden, (970) 692-6321. 

CHRISTMAS TREE RANCH, COLORADO 

$4,000,000 / 3,402 Acres / Moffat County 

The Christmas Tree Ranch consists of over 3,400 acres deeded and leased. There are 

also several thousand acres of BLM acres with very limited access to others tucked 

away on three sides making this an incredible hunting ranch! The ranch would make a 

great cattle operation and with the recently planted alfalfa fields produces over 150- 

ton of dryland alfalfa. Contact: Lonnie Gustin, (970) 629-0520. 

RED CANYON RANCH, WYOMING 

$3,200,000 / 1,619 Acres / Hot Springs County 

It’s hard to imagine that the dove-gray cliffs and rolling tree-covered hills in 

the canyon bottom represent the biggest mass extinction of all time. Abundant 

water and vegetation attract and sustain a wide variety of wildlife; elk, mule 

deer, white-tailed deer, antelope, and occasional moose, are the major ungulates. 

Contact: Bill Vacek, (307) 699-1378. 

KS TROPHY HUNTING OPERATION, KANSAS 

$2,250,000 / 61 Acres / Crawford County 

This Kansas trophy hunting operation is one of the largest outfitting businesses in the 

state of Kansas. They have built this business for the last 18 years with proven track 

records of trophy deer and turkeys year after year, along with waterfowl hunts. The 

Lodge and bunkhouse sits on a 60-acre tract in Southeast Kansas with beautiful views 

and ponds. Contact: Shad Sheldon, (785) 821-2666. 

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LandLeader ® amplifies the reach of individual brokerages 

multiplying opportunities for buyers, sellers and the real estate 

professionals themselves. “LandLeader ® exists to showcase the 

best—the best properties, the best brokerages and arguably the 

best real estate marketing platform in the industry,” said Dan 

Brunk, Marketing Director of LandLeader ® . “Excellence at all 

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Living the Dream, owned by D.W. Hindman and 

headquartered in Cuba, Missouri, and Tarrant & Harman 

Real Estate and Auction Co., co-owned by Travis 

Tarrant and Mark Harman and based in Alton, Illinois, provide a 

Midwestern case study in opportunity amplification. 

As the exclusive LandLeader® partners in their respective 

states, Hindman and Tarrant got to know one another through 

the company’s network. 

“Besides unparalleled real estate marketing, one of the most 

powerful aspects of being a LandLeader® member owner is 

the broker network,” Tarrant said. “As a member, you’re part 

of an alliance that allows you to pick up the phone and tap 

into expertise across the country. All LandLeader® affiliates 

rest comfortably in the knowledge that other members work 

exclusive territories and are fellow owners in LandLeader®, so 

there are no secrets, just a spirit of cooperation and leadership.” 

Hindman noted, “When there’s cooperation, there’s a chance 

for collaboration and mutual success.” 

Initially, Hindman and Tarrant discovered they shared core 

business values, particularly as they related to customer service. 

“My dad, who made a name for our family in Missouri 

real estate beginning in the 1960s, always taught me, ‘No 

commission is ever worth your reputation,’” Hindman, who 

began his real estate career in 1984, said. “When you treat 

people well, then the rest of the business takes care of itself.” 

Tarrant concurred, “At Tarrant & Harman, we believe in 

truth and trust. Our clients, be they buyers or sellers, can rest 

assured that we will take care of them—and their biggest asset 

and investment—honestly and respectfully.” 

Building on that foundation that was strengthened by their 

shared passion for land and outdoor living, they discovered an 

opportunity to leverage their respective skill sets by teaming up 

for real estate auctions. 

“Tarrant & Harman have a complete, experienced auction 

team in place,” Hindman said. “There was no reason for me 

to reinvent the wheel, when we could access that experience 

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About Living the Dream 

Living The Dream Inc. was formed by D.W. 

Hindman, with the mission to help outdoorsmen 

live out their dream by matching exceptional 

Missouri properties with extraordinary people. 

DW, the broker-owner, is an avid outdoor enthusiast 

and hunter, he has a passion for this and strives to 

reflect this passion throughout his company. 

He has grown up in the business, following in 

the footsteps of his father, Clifford Hindman, 

since the 1960s. During his career, he has been 

fortunate to have served as the President of the 

St. Louis Association of Realtors, while actively 

sitting on the Professional Ethics and Standards 

committee. The principles of honesty, integrity, 

and professionalism were learned at an early 

age and handed down through his father and his 

peers in the industry. 

“The best advice I ever received was: ‘If you 

expect to last in this business, there is no 

commission that is worth your reputation, and 

remember to treat everyone as you also would 

like to be treated,’” he said. 

These tried-and-true principles have held strong 

now for 30 years, therefore they are the very 

ones that Living The Dream Inc. and the entire 

staff live by. D.W. believes that the preamble in 

the Realtors Code of Ethics says it best, “Under 

all is the Land and upon the wise utilization of 

land and its widely allocated ownership depend 

the survival and growth of free institutions and 

our way of life.” 

D.W continued, “These are reasons as Americans 

we are free. We feel that it’s not just land we 

are selling, it’s a lifestyle. That’s our creed, and 

nobody sells these messages better than Living 

The Dream Inc.” 

We will show you our unique style of marketing 

land. We specialize in all types of outdoor 

properties; farms, ranches, recreational, timber, 

as well as river and lake properties. It’s all we do 

and we believe we’re the best at it! 

Living the Dream 

Licensed in: Missouri (and soon in western 

Kentucky) 

515 South Franklin, Suite A 

Cuba, Missouri 65453 

(855) 289-3478 

www.MissouriDreamLand.com 


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About Tarrant & Harman 

Real Estate and Auction Co. 

Tarrant & Harman Real Estate and Auction Co. is 

a real estate brokerage that offers a diversified 

approach to marketing recreational properties, 

agricultural properties, waterfront properties, 

hunting properties, timberland, homes and 

cabins, and horse ranches. We are capable of 

listing your property for sale in the traditional 

fashion or we can strategically put together a 30 

day marketing plan for a real estate auction. 

At Tarrant & Harman Real Estate and Auction 

Co. we have been assisting landowners in 

marketing their properties for several years. Our 

land professionals plan each auction or listing 

they conduct with thoughtful consideration to 

the needs of the seller, attention to the unique 

attributes of the property, and insight into 

evaluating the real estate marketplace. We 

understand that every property is different as 

well as the needs of each seller. Selling your 

property is often the culmination of a lifetime of 

work – or even generations of your family. 

The team that supports each sale, from our sales 

professionals to auction and marketing experts, 

understands that you’ve made an important 

personal decision to sell your real estate. We 

strive to prepare and execute an auction or sales 

strategy that meets the high level of stewardship 

that you have invested into your property. 

Tarrant & Harman Real Estate and 

Auction Co. 

Licensed in: Illinois and Missouri 

3644 Fosterburg Rd. 

Alton, Illinois 62002 

(618) 433-9436 

www.TarrantandHarman.com 

About LandLeader ® 

The Land Leader, LLC is the largest land 

marketing company in America. As a real estate 

marketing firm we specialize in promoting 

our partners and their land for sale, including 

ranches and farms, timberland, hunting and 

recreational properties, waterfront, rural 

homes and vacant land. Our core marketing 

plan offers well rounded strategic marketing 

tactics to expose our partners and their 

properties to millions of buyers across the 

country and internationally. 

LandLeader ® exclusive partners are professional 

land experts for various types of properties 

across the country. LandLeader ® agents are 

the leaders in their territories and continue to 

represent their clients’ properties with trust, 

integrity, and a deep knowledge of land values. 

www.LandLeader.com 

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through a working alliance. Partnering with Tarrant & Harman 

was a logical way to bring the options of auctions to our buyers 

and sellers.” 

Tarrant added, “Working with Living the Dream allows our 

auction team to demonstrate their skills in Missouri, so we’ve 

expanded our reach and income generating potential as a 

partner in a region that was previously unavailable. It’s 

a win-win.” 

Live auctions have long been a staple for marketing 

farmland, but now, with advent of online auctions, they are 

emerging as desirable marketing options for recreational 

properties and ranches as well as exclusive estates. 

“In a traditional live farmland auction, most of the buyers 

are local,” Hindman said. “With recreational properties, the 

reach has to be much broader because the people who may be 

interested are scattered far and wide.” 

For some buyers, the distance to a recreational property 

auction may be a deterrent. They don’t want to drive several 

hours not knowing whether the property will be in their price 

range or whether they will ultimately walk away the high 

bidder. Online auctions mitigate the risk of “wasting time,” 

so it’s much easier to create a pool of qualified buyers for 

recreational properties. 

“At Tarrant & Harman, we have an online auction platform 

that allows us to host auctions with a global audience,” Tarrant 

said. “People can preview the properties at their convenience 

prior to the auction and then, on the day of the auction, bid from 

wherever they are in the world.” 

Recently, Living the Dream and Tarrant & Harman sold a 

1,400-acre recreational property to a buyer from Reno, Nevada, 

who had never set foot on the property. The buyer had done 

his due diligence and was comfortable purchasing the property 

based on the hundreds of photos and drone video footage 

offered as part of the marketing effort. 

“Technology allows us to bring land and buyers together 

in ways no one imagined before,” Hindman said. “We are 

committed to staying on the cutting edge because if you’re not 

a step ahead it’s easy to fall behind.” 

The benefits of an auction, regardless of the platform, are 

the same. 

“The seller benefits from having a time-definite sale, no 

contingencies, and cash closing within 30 days,” Tarrant said. 

“Buyers know they are competing fairly and on the same term 

as all other buyers.” 

Both Tarrant and Hindman agree that LandLeader® has given 

their businesses a competitive advantage. 

“In the digital age, it’s not enough to have a web presence, 

you have to know who is accessing your listings and how often,” 

Hindman said. “LandLeader® has the expertise to analyze our 

traffic and with that data, we can figure out how to reach and 

best serve those potential clients. Our team is more efficient 

and effective with the LandLeader® advantage.” 

Tarrant added, “Referrals within the LandLeader® network 

occur regularly. LandLeader is comprised of the best 

brokerages in the business and we rely on one another’s 

expertise often. The members provide a level of assurance to 

buyers and sellers across the nation that we’re professionals 

who know how to get the job done at the highest levels.” ° 


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FARM & RANCH PROPERTIES 

CLEAR FORK RANCH 

$6,700,000 #161274 3,400 ACRES 

CRAWFORD, COLORADO – Historic ranch 

bordered by USNF, BLM lease. Diverse habitat for 

elk, deer, bear and wild turkey populations. Six 

hunting cabins, water, five miles of private roads, 

fenced and cross-fenced. 

ren martyn 

HOMESTEAD AT BIG RED PARK 

$1,799,000 138090 160 ACRES 

HAHNS PEAK, COLORADO –Surrounded by 

millions of USFS acres, includes multiple cabins, 

barns, water rights and is fenced for livestock. A four 

season recreational retreat perfect for the whole 

family. 40 miles from Steamboat Springs. 

ren martyn 

BUFFALO PASS RETREAT 

$3,250,000 #170106 45 ACRES 

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, COLORADO – Large 

remodeled home on 45 acres with detached twobedroom, 

two-bath apartment. Heated shop and 

detached barn. Four-car garage and only two-and-ahalf 

miles to Steamboat Springs. 

ren martyn 

DUNCKLEY PEAK RANCH 

$1,595,000 #161254 160 ACRES 

HAYDEN, COLORADO – Irreplaceable retreat 

surrounded by millions of USFS acres. Lodge, cabin, 

shop and trout filled three-acre lake. Excellent big 

game hunting. Hunting outfitters or group retreat. 

ren martyn 

REN MARTYN, RANCH BROKER 

970.846.3118 | REN.MARTYN@SIR.COM 

HIGHMOUNTAINLAND.COM


MT. HARRIS ON THE YAMPA RIVER 

$1,850,000 #161479 95 ACRES 

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, COLORADO – Over one 

mile of Yampa River with large cottonwoods and 

two-acre lake. Existing home, barn and fenced for 

livestock. Close proximity to Steamboat Springs. 

ren martyn 

SLATER CREEK RANCH 

$5,950,000 #161219 1,500 ACRES 

SLATER, COLORADO – Bordering USFS with 

over two miles of Slater Creek! Ranch offers fivebedroom 

lodge, big game hunting, native cutthroat 

trout, livestock production, 1,400-acre USFS 

grazing lease and minerals. 

ren martyn & pam vanatta 

LAZY K RANCH 

$8,000,000 #160989 271 ACRES 

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, COLORADO – A private 

playground just minutes to Steamboat Ski Area. An 

amazing property with a luxury 11,100-square-foot 

log home, four ponds, beautiful landscaping, miles of 

maintained trails and abundant wildlife. 

pam vanatta 

SNOWY MOUNTAIN RANCH 

$8,975,000 #138737 210 ACRES 

CLARK, COLORADO – Stunning log home on 210 

acres near the recreational paradise of Steamboat 

Lake bordering 20,000+ acres of USFS. A luxury 

14,000-square-foot main home, two-bedroom guest 

house, barn, endless trails, pond and epic views. 

pam vanatta 

REN MARTYN, RANCH BROKER 

970.846.3118 | REN.MARTYN@SIR.COM 

HIGHMOUNTAINLAND.COM 

PAM VANATTA, BROKER/OWNER 

970.291.8100 | PAM.VANATTA@SIR.COM 

PAMVANATTA.COM


SON HI RANCH 

$9,400,000 #161858 1,046 ACRES 

YAMPA, COLORADO – Magnificent ranch adjacent 

to the 235,000-acre Flat Tops Wilderness. Features 

include a 6,269-square-foot ranch house, private big 

game hunting, fishing, ranching, lakes, creeks, two 

guest homes, three cabins, log barn, irrigated and 

natural meadows, extensive water rights and trail 

system. www.sonhiranch.com 

doug labor 

DOUGLAS LABOR, ASSOCIATE BROKER 

970.846.0661 | DLABOR@BUYSTEAMBOAT.COM 

WWW.BUYSTEAMBOAT.COM


STEAMBOAT RIVER RANCH 

$12,950,000 # 160188 490 ACRES 

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, COLORADO – Located 

along the banks of the Elk River, only five minutes 

to Steamboat Springs. Two+ miles of the Elk River 

for world-class fishing. Irrigated meadows and 

a balanced compound for ranching operations. 

Multi-stall barn, riding arena. Multiple residences 

blend old and new providing a sense of the old west. 

www.steamboatriverranch.com 

penny fletcher 

PENNY FLETCHER, BROKER ASSOCIATE CNE, MCNE 

970.846.4429 | PENNY.FLETCHER@STEAMBOATSIR.COM 

PENNYFLETCHER.STEAMBOATSIR.COM


R&B RANCH 

$24,000,000 #201608213 507.86 ACRES 

SISTERS, OREGON – Encompassing 507 acres, the 

Central Oregon ranch located just five minutes from 

the charming town of Sisters, is a diverse mixture 

of productive pasture for livestock, high desert pine 

forest and an irrigated oasis of manicured grounds. 

www.randbranch-sistersoregon.com 

pam mayo-phillips & brook havens 

BROOK HAVENS, PRINCIPAL BROKER 

541.604.0788 

BROOK.HAVENS@SOTHEBYSREALTY.COM 

PAM MAYO-PHILLIPS, PRINCIPAL BROKER 

541.480.1513 

PAM.MAYO-PHILLIPS@SOTHEBYSREALTY.COM


TAILWIND FARM 

$2,700,000 #201609799 61.23 ACRES 

BEND, OREGON – Equestrian estate overlooking 

the Deschutes River with a private setting. Main 

home is 3,234 square feet with three bedrooms, 

three baths and designed to capture the river views. 

www.tailwindfarm-bendoregon.com 


PATTERSON RANCH 

$7,600,000 #201406176 345 ACRES 

SISTERS, OREGON – Stunning Cascade Mountain 

views and with a rich history in livestock production. 

The ranch is 345 acres with 339 acres of water rights. 

Featuring a 3,704-square-foot, three-bedroom, threeand-a-half-bath 

home. Adjoins public forest land. 

www.pattersonranch-sistersoregon.com 


MCKAY ROAD RANCH 

$1,700,000 #201606715 106.55 ACRES 

PRINEVILLE, OREGON – Spectacular Cascade 

Mountain and valley views from private hilltop 

estate features 4,456-square-foot home with three 

bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths. Outdoor swimming 

pool, beautiful landscaped yard and gardens. 

www.mckayroadranch-prinevilleoregon.com 


TOM MCCALL RIVER RANCH 

$5,500,000 #201607141 579 ACRES 

REDMOND, OREGON – Productive ranch with 461 

acres water rights. 6,168-square-foot home with four 

bedrooms and four baths. Indoor arena, barn with 

30 stalls, two shops and additional homes. Cascade 

Mountain views and Crooked River frontage. 

www.tommccallriverranch-centraloregon.com 


BROOK HAVENS, PRINCIPAL BROKER 

541.604.0788 

BROOK.HAVENS@SOTHEBYSREALTY.COM 

PAM MAYO-PHILLIPS, PRINCIPAL BROKER 

541.480.1513 

PAM.MAYO-PHILLIPS@SOTHEBYSREALTY.COM


DESCHUTES RIVER FRONTAGE 

$2,950,000 #201611160 112.38 ACRES 

BEND, OREGON – Gorgeous acreage with threequarters 

of a mile of Deschutes river frontage with 

dock. Adjacent to private Crosswater Golf Club, 

2,640-square-foot home, Mount Bachelor views and 

endless possibilities. www.17440canoecamp.com 

deb tebbs & ron davis 

DEB TEBBS, BROKER 

541.323.4823 

DEBTEBBSGROUP@CASCADESIR.COM 

RON DAVIS, BROKER 

541.480.3096 

RON.DAVIS@CASCADESIR.COM


RANCHO SANJA COTA 

$55,000,000 #16-745 1,227.34 ACRES 

SANTA YNEZ, CALIFORNIA – An extraordinary 

historic ranch with eight certified parcels zoned ag. 

Situated in the south of Santa Ynez in Santa Barbara 

County, the ranch has breathtaking scenery, employee 

housing, ag. buildings, shop, office, equipment storage, 

three warehouses, two grain tanks and two pole barns. 

suzanne perkins 

OCEAN VIEW VINEYARD PARCEL 

$7,000,000 #16-3922 56 ACRES 

MONTECITO, CALIFORNIA – Vacant land with 

360-degree panoramic coastline and mountain 

views. A stunning knoll-top building site exists with 

no designated building envelope. Any future home 

would boast stunning views. There are approximately 

four acres planted in Syrah and Grenache grapes. 


ITALIAN-STYLE VINEYARD ESTATE 

$12,500,000 #16-335 55.89 ACRES 

MONTECITO, CALIFORNIA – Ocean views abound 

from this 6,598-square-foot Italian villa-style home 

featuring four bedrooms and five-and-a-half baths. 

The vineyard is planted with five acres of Grenache 

and Syrah grapes. 


EL MIRADOR ESTATE PARCEL 

$9,450,000 #16-2933 9 ACRES 

MONTECITO, CALIFORNIA – Part of an incredible 

historic property known as El Mirador with a 

panoramic ocean view building pad perfect for a large 

home, and a 1920s five-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath 

farmhouse with a four-stall barn and private water. 


SUZANNE PERKINS, BROKER 

805.895.2138 | SUZANNE@SUZANNEPERKINS.COM 

SUZANNEPERKINS.COM


GARY HACKLE RANCH 

$6,950,000 175 ACRES 

BAYFIELD, COLORADO – The Pine River, Gray 

Hackle Lake and Cottage Pond provide water views 

from every window in the residence, and ensure 

opportunities for world-class trout fishing. This is one 

of the most soothing properties you’ll find in the area, 

offering year-round recreation and abundant wildlife. 

zach morse 

TAYLOR CANYON RANCH 

$16,500,000 2,215 ACRES 

PAGOSA SPRINGS, COLORADO – A rare and 

spectacular 2,215-acre recreational ranch within 15 

minutes of Pagosa Springs. The ranch is being offered 

for sale for the first time in over 25 years. The land 

has been groomed and manicured meticulously over 

the years creating a sanctuary for wildlife. 

zach morse 

ZACH MORSE 

970.391.2600 | ZACH@LPWSIR.COM 

WWW.LEGACYPROPERTIESWESTSIR.COM


VEGA VERDE RANCH 

$8,500,000 #710131 80 ACRES 

DURANGO, COLORADO – Vega Verde Ranch is 

in the heart of the North Animas River Valley and 

is considered by many to be the crown jewel of the 

valley. Graced with 80 fertile acres, exceptional 

water rights and river frontage, Vega Verde Ranch is 

truly a rare offering. 

zach morse 

BEAR MOUNTAIN RANCH 

$3,970,000 124 ACRES 

PAGOSA SPRINGS, COLORADO – This ranch has 

mature woodlands bordering BLM lands. The estate 

features three bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, great 

room, gourmet kitchen, craft room, wine cellar, media 

room, library, and over 3,000 square feet of outside 

deck with picturesque San Juan Mountain views. 

zach morse 

1401 CELADON DRIVE 

$3,295,000 #728784 35.02 ACRES 

DURANGO, COLORADO – This property features 

a lake, waterfall and pond, year-round creek and 

expansive views. The estate includes an impressive 

array of luxury features and is surrounded by the 

natural beauty of the San Juan National Forest and 

exclusive Celadon gated community and its amenities. 

zach morse 

SCHULTZ ELK & CATTLE RANCH 

$2,295,000 #714874 225 ACRES 

MANCOS, COLORADO – This beautifully maintained 

225-acre ranch offers a lovely 4,464-square-foot main 

residence, guesthouse, barn, storage shop and other 

outbuildings. In essence, the property and amenities 

are first-class and provide the perfect platform for 

your favorite hobby, leisure pursuit or avocation. 

zach morse 

ZACH MORSE 

970.391.2600 | ZACH@LPWSIR.COM 

WWW.LEGACYPROPERTIESWESTSIR.COM


THE HUNT RANCH AT ABIQUIÚ 

$4,900,000 #1092021 353 ACRES 

ABIQUIÚ, NEW MEXICO – This rare Northern New 

Mexico ranch on the Chama River offers 702 acre-feet 

of water rights, a 310-year-old hacienda, a historic 

three-bedroom house, corrals, an arena, a barn, staff 

quarters and offices. 

vicki markley & ricky allen 

OLD WORLD RANCHOS DEL RITO CABIN 

$1,895,000 #0564870 114 ACRES 

SAN JOSE, NEW MEXICO – This charming oldworld 

log cabin nestled on 114 acres in gated Ranchos 

del Rito in San Jose, New Mexico, features an 

open-plan living and dining area, an expansive deck, 

luxurious modern amenities and a hot tub. 

roxanne apple & johnnie gillespie 

RAINBOW’S END 

$935,000 #0565329 210 ACRES 

SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO – Nestled amid the 

breathtaking sandstone of the Garden of the Gods, 

this spectacular parcel offers a rare opportunity 

to own a significant estate of picturesque land just 

south of Santa Fe off the scenic Turquoise Trail. 

cindy sheff 

CAMINO DEL CANON 

price upon request 

15 ACRES 

SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO – Three magnificent 

lots totaling more than 15 acres in the Cundiyo Valley 

of northern New Mexico, with river and enchanting 

views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. These tracts 

are part of the Vista del Rio development, and include 

utilities on site. 

david cordova 

GRANT AVENUE BROKERAGE 

505.988.2533 

SOTHEBYSHOMES.COM/SANTAFE 

EAST PALACE BROKERAGE 

505.982.6207 

SOTHEBYSHOMES.COM/SANTAFE

LAND / Gallery 

Sunlit Architecture, a long established firm located 

in Crested Butte, Colorado, specializes in high-end 

custom residences and resort-oriented architecture. 

Sunlit strives to find comprehensive solutions for 

the unique challenges and opportunities found in the 

mountain environment and landscape. 

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The Buck Horn home was an exercise in 

creating a material palette that embodied 

a simple, refined mountain elegance. The 

owners wanted a mountain contemporary 

environment that celebrated the natural light 

and views, which permeate 360 degrees. 

—Crested Butte, Colorado 

Photo // James Ray Spahn 


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Sunlit draws its inspiration from historic building 

types, forms and materials in order to recreate 

architecture that emphasizes authenticity to the 

regional context that it is created in. 

The master bathroom was designed around the celebration of sculptural bathtub with smooth lines that contrast in color 

and texture from the pebble stone wall to create an open, dynamic focal point off of the main circulation defined by the 

wood flooring. The interior stair works as the main circulations throughout the home. It is centrally located and open and 

becomes the main organizational element which holds the home together revealing the homes story one floor at and time. 



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The Reserve home was designed to 

grow out of the mountain side and tread 

lightly within the natural landscape. 

Massing was broken down into additive 

forms with individual roof lines making the 

home appeared as a series of individual 

parts connected to reveal overall theme. 

Inspiration came from the Mountain 

Lodges found within the National Parks 

around the mountain west. 




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Gary L. Hartman - Principal 

Since joining Sunlit Architecture as a partner 

in 2004, he has focused his design talents 

on creative multi-family residential projects; 

ski resort oriented master planning and 

commercial developments, as well as 

custom high-end mountain residences. 


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With hands-on client involvement, 

Sunlit works in a team environment to 

put together a client relationship with 

a focus on service and success. 

The Taylor River home embodies the design of 

intimacy. Spaces that evoke a comfortable and 

cozy human scale. This is a story of giving a home 

personality and a spirit that is a reflection of/and 

connects the owners with the environment that 

brought them to the mountains. 



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Sunlit also has a passion for the natural 

environment bringing to the table expertise 

in sustainability and environmental 

consciousness through design. 

The Skyland home was an exercise in 

materiality and the celebrations of dynamic 

views. Stone foundations grow out of the 

site and support the home with a sense 

of permanence and the middle of the 

home is eroded out like a canyon to create 

transparency through the home. The 

canyon is a two-story volume that focus the 

occupants to views that focus on the lake, 

mountain and valley floor. An interior bridge 

connects the two master suites across this 

open canyon of living space. 


Sunlit believes we are only as good as our last project and reputation is everything. 

We understand the designing a home is a very personal undertaking for our clients, so we check our egos 

at the door, focus on service and relationship, and strive to make each design a reflection of our clients. 

This is their home at the end of the day, not ours. 

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Photo // Bob Brazel 


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Jennifer Hartman, AIA - Principal 

Ms. Hartman’s diverse experience began in 1997 

when she joined a prestigious design architecture 

firm in Denver. In 2000, she joined a Vail firm 

specializing in high-end mountain resort and 

residential architecture. In 2004, she joined Sunlit 

Architecture as a partner specializing in high 

end custom residential, & historic renovation and 

preservation. Her philosophy is ingrained in creating 

contextual, comfortable and timeless designs. 

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Sunlit brings architecture to light that embraces 

and celebrates the natural environment, topography, 

climate and materials with sensitivity to the lifestyles 

that bring people to the mountains. 

The Hidden River Barn is a remodel of 

an old, red, prefabricated metal building. 

Reclaimed materials and materials with 

living finishes that change and weather over 

time all were utilized in effort to create an 

authentic structure that evokes the nostalgia 

of the valleys ranching history. 



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The Prospect Home was designed around the 

capturing of the panoramic mountain views across the 

valley floor. Undeveloped and pristine, these mountain 

views are unmatched. Finding views around the 

Rocky Mountain West without the footprint of human 

encroachment are becoming harder and harder to find. 



To find out more about Sunlit Architecture, 

please visit sunlitarchitecture.net. 

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LION MOUNTAIN RANCH 

16,655± ACRES IN JEFF DAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS • PRICE: $41,637,500 • PROPERTY ID: 3548888 

Lion Mountain Ranch, named for only one of the many peaks found on the ranch, is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to 

acquire an historic ranch in the revered sky island Davis Mountains of Far West Texas. Rarely do ranches become available 

in these mountains. This ranch has the wow factor! A unique opportunity offering incredible igneous rock features, flowing 

springs, creeks, lots of trees, great grasses, wildlife, hunting, over 1,850-feet of topographic relief, easy access, good roads and 

nice improvements. The Lion Mountain Ranch is indeed a unique and special place. 

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Elk Creek Ranch 

2,850± Acres in Rio Blanco County, Colorado 

This private sporting club is one of the most exclusive fly fishing and hunting 

communities in the world. Tucked away in northwestern Colorado and along the 

banks of the legendary White River, Elk Creek Ranch is comprised of 2,850 total 

deeded acres and has access to more than 25 miles of pristine and private trout 

water. Membership is included with unparalleled luxury and club amenities. 

Offering three distinct properties. Contact Ken Mirr or Daniel Carter. 

STARTING AT 

$1,700,000 

Property ID: 2686583, 2686276 & 2686553 

Marton Ranch 

69,550± Acres in Natrona 

& Carbon Counties, Wyoming 

The Marton Ranch is a working livestock ranch that includes an approximate eight 

miles of incredible river frontage on the North Platte River. The balance of the 

ranch consists of native grass and sage/grass flats, foothills and coulees, with limited 

coniferous and deciduous trees at the higher elevations. Contact Duffy Brown. 

$28,000,000 

Property ID: 3267923 

K-T Ranch 

725± Acres in Rio Blanco County, Colorado 

The K-T Ranch is an exceptional world-class fly fishing ranch, containing over 

four miles of the White River. Includes an elegantly-restored 4,200-square-foot 

Victorian home, historic water rights, irrigated hay fields and trophy elk hunting on 

the neighboring White River National Forest. Contact Ken Mirr or Daniel Carter. 

$8,500,000 


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Wasatch Peaks Ranch 

12,740± Acres in Morgan County, Utah 

Stretching 11 miles along the ridge of Utah’s Wasatch Mountains lies 20-square-miles of the most spectacularly pristine recreational property in the West. Wasatch Peaks Ranch is only 

35 minutes from Salt Lake City, controls a continuous ridgeline of 24 peaks and 15 bowls, and adjoins national forest. Recreation includes fly fishing along 1.75 miles of the Weber 

River and many other recreational pursuits on 80+ miles of trails. Enjoy a private sanctuary, exclusive mountain club, or consider the development potential. Contact Ken Mirr. 

$39,000,000 


Triangle C Ranch 

330± Acres in Pueblo County, Colorado 

This magnificent 330-acre equestrian ranch is a pristine jewel located in the 

Greenhorn Valley. Beautifully sited at the foot of the Greenhorn mountains, the 

Triangle C Ranch has raised and sold cutting horses for many years, is in wonderful 

working condition and boasts a remarkable wildlife legacy for sportsmen. The 

property offers a unique combination of irrigated hay ground, open pastures, 

scrub oak cover, forested canyon, stock ponds and endless mountain views. 

Numerous and beautiful improvements. Contact Woody Beardsley. 

$1,850,000 


Overlook Point Ranch 

288± Acres in Goshen County, Wyoming 

Located along the southern bank of the North Platte River, 20 miles west of 

Torrington, Wyoming, lies the Overlook Point Ranch, a 288-acre riparian 

sanctuary nestled amongst mature cottonwood-lined Platte River frontage, 

towering chalk rock bluffs and complemented by 72 acres of fertile Platte River 

Valley irrigated pivot ground. Excellent hunting includes waterfowl, whitetail 

and mule deer. Contact Jared Souza. 

$1,390,000 


915 South Pearl Street 

Denver, Colorado 80209 

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Cielo Vista Ranch 

83,368± Acres in Costilla County, Colorado 

The 83,368-acre Cielo Vista Ranch is one of the largest, most pristine private 

properties in North America. This is, quite simply, an opportunity to own one 

of the most distinctive properties in the West. Dramatic snowcapped vistas not 

only form the backdrop of Cielo Vista, the peaks are indeed a part of the ranch 

itself. The top of the Sangre de Cristo Range, including the 14,053-foot Culebra 

Peak—the highest privately-owned peak in the world—along with 18 peaks 

over 13,000 feet, besets the eastern boundary of the property for over 23 miles. 

Resplendent with its beautiful forest canopy, miles of creeks, imposing peaks 

and ridgelines, meadows, and aspen groves, it is impossible to fully convey the 

grandeur of this property. Contact Jeff Hubbard or Pat Lancaster. 

$105,000,000 


Double R Ranch 

5,815± Acres in Jackson County, Colorado 

A historic working ranch with miles of trophy fly-fishing and extraordinary 

water rights, the Double R Ranch consists of approximately 5,815± deeded 

acres, with 10,550± acres of adjoining public land leases. Double R Ranch has 

a carrying capacity of 925 cow/calf pairs and valuable water rights that irrigate 

3,150 acres of hay ground. Fly-fishermen will enjoy private frontage on 4.3 miles 

of the North Platte River and 6.3 miles of additional rivers and creeks. Double R 

includes numerous well-maintained improvements that fit the scale and needs of 

an operating cattle ranch. Contact Ken Mirr. 

$13,600,000 


Singing Elk Ranch 

423± Acres in Routt County, Colorado 

Singing Elk Ranch is a pristine, high alpine retreat located in the Upper Yampa 

River Valley of northwest Colorado. The ranch is situated atop an elevated 

plateau, boasts 360-degree mountain views and numerous recreational 

opportunities and borders the Routt National Forest. Trails link the ranch to 

over one million acres of forest lands, leading to countless high alpine lakes and 

landmarks and the famous Flat Tops Wilderness Area. Contact Daniel Carter. 

$3,750,000 


Promontory Ranch 

156± Acres in Gunnison County, Colorado 

Situated directly between Mount Crested Butte and Snodgrass Mountain, 

the approximately 156-acre Promontory Ranch presents an extremely rare 

opportunity to own a sizable, undeveloped property adjoining one of North 

America’s most renowned ski areas, Crested Butte Mountain Resort. The 

ranch is zoned as a well-entitled Planned Unit Development, making it an ideal 

acquisition for a development-minded investor. Contact Ed Roberson. 

$8,900,000 


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Sandstone Ranch 

2,038± Acres in Douglas County, Colorado 

With its brilliantly-colored red rock formations rising from the lush green 

meadows, the 2,038-acre Sandstone Ranch is quite simply one of the most iconic 

and scenic properties available in the Front Range of Colorado. Situated at the 

end of a private lane, the property opens to rolling pastures lined by meandering 

creeks and ponds that rise to the forested hillsides of the adjoining National 

Forest. The property includes a balance of historic and modern ranch facilities 

as well as entitlements in place for a future equestrian-anchored, large-lot, 

residential development. Contact Ken Mirr. 

$27,600,000 


Sandoval Ranch 

8,672± Acres in Las Animas County, Colorado 

Located on the northeast side of Fishers Peak, Sandoval Ranch offers 

production and recreation only 20 minutes from Trinidad, Colorado. Owned by 

the same family since 1898, the property includes substantial senior water rights 

that irrigate up to 1,000 acres. The rangeland is in very good condition because 

of careful management during drought conditions. There is a permitted gravel 

pit on the ranch. This is an outstanding hunting property loaded with deer and 

180+ bucks are regularly harvested here. There are also good populations of elk, 

antelope, bears and turkeys. Contact Jeff Hubbard or Pat Lancaster. 

$10,400,000 


Price Reduced 

Hartford Ranch 

570± Acres in Routt County, Colorado 

Lying in the heart of the upper Yampa River Valley in northwestern Colorado, 

the 570-acre Hartford Ranch is a well-located mountain property offering solid 

agricultural and recreational values. Hartford Ranch has been historically run 

as a small self-sustaining cattle ranch, supporting up to 50-head year-round (or 

100 seasonally), and produces up to 100 tons of grass hay with four CFS of 

water rights. Recreational pursuits on the ranch and in the surrounding area are 

numerous and the ranch’s higher draws provide excellent refuge for elk and deer. 

Contact Daniel Carter. 

$1,390,000 


Jartop West Ranch 

3,268± Acres in Lincoln County, Nebraska 

Formerly known and operated as Jay Novacek’s Upper 84 Ranch, the Jartop 

West Ranch is as well-rounded of a recreational property as you will find on the 

market. Totaling 3,268 deeded acres plus leased ground, the ranch offers big 

game hunting and great fishing for the distinguished sportsman. The property 

features a recently remodeled, luxurious 7,875-square-foot custom home that 

could be used for a lodge, and the property is equipped as a working cow ranch 

with high-end working facilities. Contact Robb Nelson. 

$4,000,000 







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Porcupine Ridge Ranch 

8,818± Acres in Routt County, Colorado 

This classic mountain working ranch lies in the Yampa River Valley, at the base 

of the Flattops Wilderness Area. This is an investment opportunity to own 

one of the largest blocks of privately owned land with senior water rights in 

the Colorado and Yampa River basins. Includes 50 miles of streams, reservoirs, 

wetlands, lush irrigated hay fields, grasslands, treed hillsides and sagebrush range. 

Significant conservation values with water resources, wetlands and habitat for big 

game and sage grouse, annual farm income, and stream/fishery enhancements. 

Contact Ken Mirr or Robb Nelson. 

$18,000,000 


Big Creek Ranch 

5,034± Acres in Routt County, Colorado 

Sitting in a serene, secluded valley only seven miles north of the resort town 

of Steamboat Springs lies the Big Creek Ranch. With 5,000+ acres, this is the 

largest property of its kind in the U.S. near a major world-class ski resort. The 

ranch is practically surrounded by hundreds of thousands of acres of the Routt 

National Forest. Boasting over five miles of private fishing along the enhanced 

Big Creek, the ranch offers several other creeks, springs and ponds, abundant 

wildlife and elegant improvements. Contact Ken Mirr. 

$46,000,000 


Price Reduced 

Silver Mountain Ranch 

Burro Mesa Ranch 

2,308± Acres in Las Animas County, Colorado 

The 2,308-acre Burro Mesa Ranch is, acre for acre, one of the best elk and mule 

deer hunting properties in the Rocky Mountain region. The listing brokers have 

personally harvested bulls in excess of 350-inch and bucks in excess of 180-inch on 

the property. It is just one of those special places that holds large numbers of trophy 

bulls and bucks year-in and year-out. Contact Jeff Hubbard or Pat Lancaster. 

$4,200,000 


15,000± Acres in Herfano County, Colorado 

Silver Mountain Ranch offers 15,000± acres of recreation, production, and 

development opportunity two-and-a-half hours from Denver. It boasts recordquality 

elk, mule deer, antelope and the iconic Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep. 

With diverse terrain, including prairie grasslands, live water creeks, pinon/cedar 

breaks and high mountain timber and meadows, the ranch accommodates 600 cow/ 

calf pairs year-round. Improvements include an owner’s home, manager’s home, 

two 6,000-square-foot custom log homes, an indoor arena with 14 stalls and several 

barns, shops and other outbuildings. Contact Jeff Hubbard or Pat Lancaster. 

$26,550,000 


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Price Reduced 

Edjumar Ranch 

806± Acres in Johnson County, Wyoming 

Edjumar Ranch is a spectacular 806± acre gentlemen’s ranch, lying at the end 

of the road, within the evening shadows of the famed Bighorn Mountains, just 

minutes from Buffalo, Wyoming. The property is comprised of approximately 

686 deeded acres, 120 acres of BLM lands, and has incredible vistas, recreational, 

and agricultural resources, making for a very well-rounded ranch in a beautiful 

part of northern Wyoming. French Creek runs through the property for 

approximately one mile, providing good fishing opportunities for wild trout. 

Contact Duffy Brown. 

$3,150,000 


Big Blue Ranch 

3,542± Acres in Mora County, New Mexico 

A scenic and private recreation and sporting ranch situated 13 miles south 

of Angel Fire along the Rincon Mountains in northern New Mexico, the 

approximately 3,542-acre Big Blue Ranch boasts 1.5 miles of trout-rich Coyote 

Creek and three miles of Big Blue Creek. With private landowner elk tags, it 

offers a rare opportunity to fly-fish and hunt trophy big game on your very own 

ranch. Situated only 40 miles from Taos and 100 miles from Santa Fe, and priced 

at only $1,500 per acre, this opportunity will not last long! Contact Ken Mirr. 

$5,313,000 


Price Reduced 

Cerro Summit Ranch 

1,505± Acres in Montrose County, Colorado 

The 1,505-acre Cerro Summit Ranch offers excellent big game hunting, fabulous 

views, irrigated pasture, and a newer three-bedroom, two-bath custom home, 

less than 20 minutes from downtown Montrose. With 24 platted and approved 

subdivision lots, including roads, underground power, and phone to 14 lots, 

Cerro Summit offers a seamless development or conservation opportunity for 

those so inclined. Contact Jeff Hubbard or Pat Lancaster. 

$4,595,000 


Luera Ranch 

7,651± Acres in Catron County, New Mexico 

Luera Ranch features exceptional trophy big game hunting along with a solid 

large-scale cattle operation. Situated about 40 miles southwest of Magdalena, 

Luera Ranch lies along the northern and eastern sides of the imposing Luera 

Peak (elevation 9,420 feet). The ranch is currently running 500 cow/calf pairs 

year-round, and is well-known for its outstanding trophy elk and antelope 

hunting. Generally receives 15 landowner elk permits and two antelope permits 

per year. Contact Ken Mirr. 

$7,495,000 







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Joy of 

Hunting 

Forges 

New Path 

AS A WINGSHOOTING RETREAT 

& SHOOTING ACADEMY 

FOR WOMEN 

WRITTEN BY IRWIN GREENSTEIN 

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LAND / Sport 

Even though Anne Kania is owner of the 

new wingshooting retreat and shooting 

academy for women called Joy of 

Hunting, she may in fact be one of the 

best relationship gurus for couples. 

That’s because women hunt for different reasons 

than men. Stacy Keogh, Ph.D., who teaches in the 

Sociology Department of Whitworth University, has 

found in a study that women’s primary motivator for 

hunting is to nurture 

and build relationships 

with their families. 

It’s also why Joy of 

Hunting provides 

a Couples Retreat 

that includes “. . . 

the other half.” 

Ms. Kania and her 

husband, Bruce, 

recently started Joy of 

Hunting as a means of 

getting women safely 

in the field through one 

of the most accessible 

forms of hunting— 

game birds. She also 

believes that developing 

skilled female 

wingshooters results 

in a higher percentage 

of ethical, humane 

kills for table fare. 

“I wanted to teach 

ANDREA MAHORNEY 

because I want people 

to get there quicker 

than I did, to get them more skilled more quickly so they 

really enjoy it a lot more and encourage other people to 

do it—to keep the hunting tradition going—and bring 

the hunting tradition into their lives,” she said. “We can’t 

teach people to do it in four days, but we can give them 

the background and accelerate their development.” 

As part of the wingshooting retreat and academy, 

the Joy of Hunting’s 4,000-square-foot house 

doubles as the comfortable lodge. It’s located 

on 340 acres in the historic Yellowstone 

Valley hamlet of Shepherd, Montana. 

“The house was built to recreate a hunting lodge that 

Bruce loved in Wisconsin,” Ms. Kania explained. “It has 

gorgeous views of river and the farm. It has a lovely 

warmth. There’s a huge fireplace, Douglas fir beams, 

baby-grand piano, 

gorgeous front door— 

all of it gives this sense 

of artistry to the house.” 

Joy of Hunting is 

embossed on the 

West of Lewis & 

Clark, General George 

Armstrong Custer, 

the wild horses of 

Bighorn Canyon, the 

Pryor Mountains and 

Montana’s majestic 

Absaroka Beartooth 

Wilderness. 

Here in Big Sky territory, 

the Kanias have created 

a luxurious yet informal 

wingshooting adventure 

for all ladies regardless 

of hunting experience. 

The environment is ripe 

for success. The land 

has been cultivated 

to attract wild game 

birds—flatlands with 

draws and river bottom 

managed for pheasants and wetland food lots and 

annual rotation crops for doves, geese and snipe. At the 

heart of the property is a preserve for wild pheasants. 

“One of the key things for us later in the season is that 

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“It’s not that hard to tempt them onto our property 

for an amazing goose hunt.” 

Although upland and waterfowl hunting are the 

mainstay, Ms. Kania and her team are perfectly willing 

to get you involved in deer and elk using a rifle or bow. 

She believes that the hunting experience can be 

transformational for women—providing they receive 

the training to ensure safety, success and confidence 

gained from the 

Joy of Hunting 

curriculum. 

Along with fellow 

instructor, Andrea 

Mahorney, their 

twofold guiding 

principles of the 

academy are Be 

Safe and Have Fun. 

For Ms. Kania, 

wingshooting 

around Yellowstone 

Valley helped her 

feel at home with 

her new American 

husband when she 

arrived in the U.S. 

from New Zealand 

in 2007. Originally 

from the Northeast 

of England, 

she graduated 

from Newcastle 

University with 

a degree in English. Afterwards, she moved to New 

Zealand where she worked as a training manager 

in a computer center and a professional classical 

singer. She also taught voice for many years, 

specializing in beginner adults and choral singers. 

In 2005 she met her husband. They managed 

a cross-Atlantic relationship for two years until 

she relocated to their house in Montana that he 

owned at the time. In the years following, Mr. Kania 

taught her to hunt, first starting on doves in the 

neighboring ranch. From there she set out on their 

pheasant preserve as well as wild waterfowl and 

even some big game in the surrounding area. 

Ms. Kania now believes that hunting with her husband 

enabled them to understand and appreciate each other 

better during the early years of their relationship. And 

if hunting could help the Kanias, then clearly it could 

help other women 

find a new outlet 

“We want to 

provide an 

experience 

that teaches 

women to hunt, 

but also creates 

friendships 

that can last 

a lifetime” 

to become closer 

with their partners 

who hunted. 

She realized that 

her teaching 

background in 

high-tech and voice 

could be applied to 

empowering women 

in ways that aren’t 

always available. 

Her newfound 

dedication to 

hunting and passion 

for instructing led 

to her to qualify 

as a NSCA Level 1 

Shooting Instructor 

in sporting clays—a 

discipline frequently 

used for training 

wingshooters. 

A turning point for Ms. Kania in starting Joy of Hunting 

occurred in 2012 at Highland Hills Ranch in The Dalles, 

Oregon. She attended a women’s wingshooting 

hunt led by Elizabeth Lanier of the G.R.I.T.S. (Girls 

Really into Shooting). The trip had an uplifting effect, 

inspiring her to write an Open Letter to Women. In 

it she said “The fact that I felt so comfortable right 

away was definitely due to the openness, warmth 

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ANNE KANIA 

Fellow Joy of Hunting instructor Ms. Mahorney 

is of a similar mind when it comes to teaching 

women at the Joy of Hunting. She is also a 

certified NSCA Level 1 Shooting Instructor, having 

developed her chops at the prestigious Flying B 

Ranch. She’s described as having “the soul of an 

artist, the eye of a hawk and the heart of a mom, 

with her families of children and dogs. She is a 

patient people-person and a fearless hunter.” 

Mr. Kania, meanwhile, served as chef, hunter, game 

manager, dog handler and steward of their land. 

In setting up their pheasant operation, he flew to 

England and interviewed several gamekeepers 

on the tricks of the trade. His passion for the 

environment drives the entrepreneurial side of 

him through a company called Floating Island 

International that he started in 2005. It builds 

artificial wetlands islands that improve water quality. 

The Joy of Hunting’s hands-on courses provide yearround 

instruction and actual wingshooting during the 

season. Ms. Kania also offers a Couples Weekend for 

hunters with some basic wingshooting experience. 

Ms. Kania says that, given the way women learn, the 

instruction techniques at Joy of Hunting encourages 

lots of questions in an informal atmosphere. 

“We want to provide an experience that teaches 

women to hunt, but also creates friendships 

that can last a lifetime,” she said. ° 

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spotted 

fever 

WRITTEN BY GREG SIMONS 

the sultry Texas heat had 

barely begun to fade. 

It was late afternoon of 

the first week in June, and my 

client and I were overlooking a 

juniper-studded canyon in Edwards 

County, scanning the small pockets 

of open space that were sparsely 

scattered across the hillsides and along 

the bottom. A few does and young bucks 

began emerging from the thicker cover, and I 

was beginning to think that our chances of laying 

eyes on a mature male were unlikely on that outing. 

“Larry, I know we are running out of light, but let’s bail off the 

side of this hill and check out a water hole that’s down in the 

bottom of this canyon before it gets dark.” We had no sooner 

eased to the edge of an opening where we could see the 

small earthen hole of water when a loud roar from across the 

canyon broke the late afternoon silence. Larry grabbed my 

shoulder and asked, “What in the heck was that?” I replied, 

“It’s a mature axis buck. I’m hoping he is making his way to 

the water hole.” Seconds later three axis does cautiously 

made their way toward the water and I instructed Larry to get 

a comfortable rest across the fork of a dead juniper. The buck 

stepped into the opening and once again let out a loud roar. 

“Okay, Larry, he has good tine length, good beams, and fair 

mass. I suggest you take him if you have an open shot.” The 

Remington did its job, and minutes later we were admiring 

a beautifully spotted axis buck. With sweat rolling down his 

face and a Texas-sized grin, Larry shook my hand and said, 

“Since reading a magazine article many years ago that Finn 

Aagaard wrote about axis deer hunting in Texas, I’ve had a 

dream to experience it myself. I can’t thank you enough for 

making it happen. Out of all the big game animals I’ve taken 

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the animal 

Native to India, axis deer were initially released into 

the Texas wilds back in the 1930s. Referred to as chital 

in their homeland regions, axis have done well as an 

exotic in certain areas of the U.S., especially in Texas 

and Florida. Today, axis deer are in great abundance 

in certain areas of Texas, found free-ranging in many 

counties in central Texas, and commonly found on highfenced 

game ranches in various regions of the state. 

Axis are generally not as cold hardy as native whitetails, 

especially when freezing temperatures are combined with 

moisture. A mature male may push the scales up to 250 

pounds while on the hoof, typically have three points per 

antler side, and hunters often use main beam length as the 

central criteria for judging trophy size with 30 inches being the 

standard that many hunters hold out for, though there are some 

brutes that may stretch the tape to 35 inches or more. Their 

reddish colored pelage is laden with white spots, making them 

a beautiful animal. Axis are often vocal, with males making a 

strange and loud roaring noise during the rut, and both males 

and females commonly making a barking noise as an alarm 

signal. Adding to the attraction of the hunt, axis venison is 

exceptional table fare, with many people considering it to be 

among the best of all 

exotic game meats 

found in 

Texas. 

Concerns are commonly expressed over the impacts that 

axis deer and other exotic ungulates may have on wildlife 

habitat and through social conflict with native wildlife 

species. For certain, there are some ecological downsides 

of these foreign species being present on other landscapes, 

but for many private landowners, this exotic resource 

creates added revenue and recreational opportunities, often 

incentivizing those landowners to invest money and effort 

into habitat management, including water development, 

brush management, seeding of native range plants, and 

other practices that are often good for the land. As with 

most landscape practices that involve natural resources, 

for every action, there are often many reactions, some of 

which may be good, some not so, while some reactions 

may simply be subject to biased interpretation. 

the hunt 

Though axis deer do not have a synchronized breeding 

season, the peak of the estrus for females is during the 

June–July period, which is also the height of when bucks are 

hard-antlered. Thus, the most popular time to hunt these 

animals is during the summer, but since some bucks are hard 

antlered at any given time of the year, it’s common to have 

axis deer hunting scattered to some degree on a year-around 

basis. In Texas, since they are an exotic animal, there is no 

closed season and no bag limits. A non-resident license is 

only $48 for a 5-day period and is available over the counter. 

Mature bucks are relatively large bodied animals, with thick 

musculature frames, so having adequate caliber and bullet 

type is important. I suggest a minimum of a 130 grain bullet 

that is well-constructed and not too highly expandable. 

For additional information 

on hunting with WSI, check 

out their website at 

www.WildlifeSystems.com 

or call (325) 655-0877. 

the outfitter 

Wildlife Systems, Inc. (WSI) is a hunting and wildlife 

management firm that was started in 1987. This company 

conducts axis deer hunts on multiple large private ranches 

in Texas, with most hunts being scheduled from May 

through July. These hunts are typically set up as a two 

or three day hunt, including meals, lodging, guide, 

and game care. A daily fee is assessed, along with 

a harvest fee. Hunting is generally a combination of 

glassing and stalking, as well as some stand-hunting. 

Lodging is provided on the ranches in comfortable, 

well-appointed facilities. WSI operates a variety 

of other exotic and native game hunts on over 

900,000 acres of private land in Texas, making it 

one of the largest and most longstanding hunting 

companies in the southwestern United States. 

WSI has also been involved with commercial 

hunting and wildlife programs in several other 

states and numerous foreign countries. ° 

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WHAT PRESIDENT TRUMP'S 

EXECUTIVE 

ORDER 

ON WOTUS 

MEANS FOR REAL ESTATE 

AND LAND OWNERS 

THE REALTORS® LAND INSTITUTE, “THE VOICE OF LAND,” 

APPLAUDS THE NEW ADMINISTRATION ON TAKING THIS LONG 

OVERDUE STEP TO REVIEW AND REVISE THE REGULATION.

LAND / Radar 

® 

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LAND / Radar 

On Tuesday, February 28, President Trump signed 

an Executive Order that begins to unwind the Obama 

administration's controversial Clean Water Rule. Also 

known as the Waters of the U.S. rule, or WOTUS, the 

regulation was written by the U.S. EPA and the Army 

Corps of Engineers to clarify the reach of federal 

regulators over wetlands and waterways under the 

Clean Water Act. 

While the executive order cannot repeal WOTUS, 

which was finalized in May 2015, the Executive 

Order will direct EPA and the Army Corps to begin 

a formal review of the regulation, a likely first 

step to dismantling it. 

Withdrawing WOTUS will 

have a significant impact 

on the real estate sector, 

especially land real estate, 

and for private property land 

owners across the US. 

The REALTORS® Land 

Institute, “The Voice of 

Land,” applauds the new 

administration on taking this 

long overdue step to review 

and revise the regulation. 

RLI has strongly advocated 

for the rule to be withdrawn 

to eliminate the need for costly and time-consuming 

permits on waters that were previously unregulated 

by the federal government. The permits have been 

required to develop on private property that has any 

areas holding water, not just navigable interstate water 

or adjacent wetlands. 

Because WOTUS greatly increased the number 

and types of waters that came under the control 

of the EPA, many private property owners were 

unable to utilize their own properties—essentially, 

experiencing a taking of their property without just 

compensation—a violation of the 5th amendment. 

While maintaining the integrity of fresh water in this 

country should remain a priority, the WOTUS rule 

“RLI looks forward... 

to develop common-sense 

solutions to protecting our 

nation's water resources 

while balancing the 

interests of land real 

estate, land owners, and 

communities nationwide” 

—BRANDON ROGILLO 

claims a largely undefined and very broad jurisdiction 

beyond a reasonable scope. Due to pending additional 

litigation and technical procedures, the rule has 

been stayed nationwide by the Sixth Circuit Court of 

Appeals since last October. 

The Executive Order directs the EPA to begin a 

rewrite of the regulation to adhere more closely to the 

definition of “waters of the U.S.” under the Clean Water 

Act and provide a streamlined permitting process 

to provide clarity and certainty to the private sector 

while protecting the integrity of the country’s water 

resources. 

“RLI looks forward 

to working with the 

Administration, EPA 

Administrator Scott Pruitt 

and the Assistant Secretary 

of the Army for Civil Works, 

when approved, to develop 

common-sense solutions to 

protecting our nation's water 

resources while balancing 

the interests of land real 

estate, land owners, and 

communities nationwide,” 

said Brandon Rogillo, ALC, 

2017 RLI National President. 

About the REALTORS® Land Institute 

The REALTORS® Land Institute, “The Voice of 

Land,” continually strives to maintain its status as 

the acknowledged leader for all matters pertaining 

to the land real estate profession. RLI endeavors 

to remain the essential membership organization 

for the extraordinary real estate professionals who 

broker, lease, sell, develop, and manage our most 

precious resource: the land. The REALTORS® Land 

Institute, provides the expertise, camaraderie, and 

valuable resources that are the foundation for all land 

real estate professionals to become the best in the 

business. For more information, visit RLILand.com or 

call (800) 441–5263. ° 

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Introducing the 

RANCH ASPECTS TEAM 

From left to right: Jim & Anita Bineau, Jim Cardamone, Rod & Sarah Woelfle, Jack K. Pretti, Michele Roberts 

Our Recent Success 

SOLD 

Capitol Creek Ranch Snowmass, CO 

SOLD for $13,410,000 - 1,321 Acres 

by Jim & Anita Bineau thebineauteam@masonmorse.com , 

Jim Cardamone jcardamone@masonmorse.com 

and Christian Messner christian@masonmorse.com 

SOLD 

Spring Creek Ranch Silt/New Castle, CO 

SOLD for $4,495,000 (under contract in 2 days) 

by Carrie Wells carrie@carriewells.com 

and Jim Cardamone jcardamone@masonmorse.com 

RanchAspects.com | 970.510.3080 

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Colorado Ranches For Sale 

Rifle Ranch RIFLE, COLORADO 

Prime grazing and hunting land 880 acres off West Rifle Creek Road. This land has senior water rights from West Rifle 

Creek and can be used for grazing or as a hunting property. Beautiful firs, aspen trees and meadows cover the property. 

Opportunity for cattle operation, retreat or hunting. Borders BLM. Just minutes from Rifle Gap Reservoir. $1,850,000 

Jim & Anita Bineau 970.688.0609 thebineauteam@masonmorse.com 

Jim Cardamone 970.948.2832 jcardamone@masonmorse.com 

Jewel Lane 

RIFLE, COLORADO 

Ideal 532-acre ranch for grazing east 

of Rifl e. Includes 44 acres of irrigated 

hay fi elds and 49 shares of Farmers 

Irrigation water. $1,120,000 

Jim & Anita Bineau 970.688.0609 

thebineauteam@masonmorse.com 

Jim Cardamone 970.948.2832 

jcardamone@masonmorse.com 

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RanchAspects.com | 970.510.3080 

ranch@masonmorse.com

Discover the 

Magic of the 

White River 

MEEKER, COLORADO 

A unique and distinctive 35.91-acre parcel. 

The well-appointed, executive-style, 

custom-built and professionally designed 

home features a spacious and open floor 

plan, providing a warm and inviting 

atmosphere for guest entertainment or family 

gatherings. The abundance of windows in 

the great room captures the pristine 

mountain and valley vistas surrounding this 

astounding home and property. $1,197,500 

Jack Pretti 970.948.6468 

jack@masonmorse.com 

Meanwhile Ranch 

WOODY CREEK, COLORADO 

This 56-acre ranch, bordering millions of acres of White River National Forest, has been paradise for two iconic 

American empires. Built by the Pillsbury family, it is currently owned by the Galardis of Weinerschnitzel fame. Brimming 

with Western charm, the ranch offers a 12,000-square-foot main home with four spacious bedroom suites, a new 

2,500-square-foot guesthouse and two separate caretaker residences, plus a new 7,150-square-foot indoor facility with 

room for 12 stalls, a separate three-stall barn with tack room, an outdoor riding ring and roping pen. $14,995,000 

Jackson Horn 970.948.6130 jackson@masonmorse.com 

Kim Coates 970.948.5310 kcoates@masonmorse.com 


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R ANCHES | R ANCH COMMUNITIES | LUXURY ESTATES | AUCTIONS 

M4 Ranch Group specializes in marketing and selling 

premium ranches, luxury estates and recreational 

properties throughout Colorado and New Mexico. Our 

brokers share a passion for preserving and experiencing 

the ranching and recreational lifestyle. 

Experience the West 

WOLF SPRINGS R ANCH | A LEGACY IN THE MAKING 

One of Colorado’s largest ranches, Wolf Springs Ranch, is nestled under the high peaks of Colorado’s Sangre de Cristo Mountains, 

spanning over two Colorado counties, Huerfano and Custer. With over 55,486± deeded acres, this premier western legacy ranch offers 

a purchase opportunity of epic proportions. Covering such an expanse of the western skyline, the term “what do you own” can be 

summed up with “what do you see.” Wolf Springs Ranch is its own vista with deeded ground rising from valley floors at an elevation 

of 7,500 feet to 9,500 feet high at the USFS boundary of the west neighbor, the 18,800± acre Sangre de Cristo Wilderness area. 

Offered at $49,000,000. 

POWDERHORN, COLOR ADO | PROPERTY ID: 3677471 Co-listed with Ron Morris - 

www.M4R ANCHGROUP.com 

(970) 944–4444 | INFO@M4R ANCHGROUP.COM | 201 GUNNISON AVENUE, LAKE CITY, COLOR ADO 81235

R ANCHES | R ANCH COMMUNITIES | LUXURY ESTATES | AUCTIONS 

PHOTOS BY ALLISON STEWART 

RED CLOUD R ANCH 

Red Cloud Ranch is comprised of 405.16± deeded acres nestled in a 

sea of public lands. The ranch lies on the Lake Fork River valley floor 

nestled below a skyline of 14,000-foot peaks and offers timbered forest, 

open irrigated ranch meadows, two custom trout lakes and over 1.5± 

miles of exceptional trout stream. The ranch is the definition of a 

Rocky Mountain Paradise, illustrating breathless views and renowned 

improvements with opportunity seldom found in the west. The 27,000± 

square-foot main lodge is constructed of giant logs and custom western 

accents throughout, 13 personal suites, 30-foot moss rock stone 

fireplace, giant great room and commercial kitchen all accented by a 

spacious deck. The ranch offers a complete retreat facility, from the 

37,000± square-foot equestrian complex to the adventure high ropes 

course. Accompanied by seven custom dorms, five outstanding Swedish 

cope log homes, fully-equipped, in-floor heated shop and work building 

and more. Offered at $9,800,000. 

LAKE CITY, COLOR ADO | PROPERTY ID: 2842932 

www.M4R ANCHGROUP.com 

(970) 944–4444 | INFO@M4R ANCHGROUP.COM | 201 GUNNISON AVENUE, LAKE CITY, COLOR ADO 81235

LAND / Buying Land 

Legacy 

defining a 

Ranch 

WRITTEN BY DAN MURPHY OF M4 RANCH GROUP 

I 

have to admit I am spoiled. In my role with M4 Ranch 

Group, I regularly visit and experience the wonders of 

some of the finest ranches in the western United States. 

Having explored literally hundreds of ranching properties 

in the past two decades, I have learned to look beyond 

the majestic landscapes and finely appointed ranch homes to 

see the significant level of investment—emotional, financial and 

physical—that owners have made toward preserving a ranch’s 

history and lands, its legacy. Ranches deemed “legacy” ranches 

are steeped in historical significance, natural resources and 

bountiful wildlife. They are often the result of careful cultivation, 

great effort, passion and commitment to building a lasting 

monument to the ranching tradition of the West. In today’s 

world, where commodities and resources have become largely 

disposable, legacy ranches represent an impressive effort to 

maintain and protect not only a piece of the western frontier, but 

a way of life. 

In today’s culture of rapid-pace, multi-screen and readily 

available information, we often hear of big business tycoons, 

such as Ted Turner, who own hundreds of thousands of acres of 

ranchland but we do not consider their dedication to preserving 

the very heritage and life of those lands. Such accomplished 

people have invested financial resources needed to amass 

and protect these ever rarer legacy properties, iconcic ranches 

such as the Wagner Ranch that spans the North Texas plain, 

the Vermejo Park Ranch of Northern New Mexico, the stunning 

Belle Ranch located in the antelope plains of New Mexico or the 

infamous King Ranch of South Texas. 

But seldom do you see 

a legacy ranch lying at the 

foot of 14,000-foot peaks or 

backed into 100,000s acres 

of public lands that include 

designated wilderness 

areas, national parks and 

national forests. With as few 

remaining legacy ranches 

now dotting the western plains, there are even fewer that 

have been built and maintained that are located in the highelevation 

Mountains of the West. Historically, miners typically 

settled the high country or mountain regions of the West, with 

patented mining claims typically being only 10.3 acres. In some 

larger mineral strikes, hundreds of miners lived together on 

the multitude of 10.3-acre mineral claims, each miner working 

to make his stake of pending wealth. Further down the valleys 

from these lofty mining claims, “placer” claims began to 

emerge, with “placer” claims allotted in 160-acre tracts that 

were typically located along the high alpine valley floors. These 

types of land claims where originally patented in areas where 

the forward-thinking entrepreneurs planned to mill tons of 

gold or silver ore on the path to riches. Township communities 

formed further down the valleys to serve as supply lines for 

mining camps in places like Telluride, Durango or Crested Butte, 

Colorado. Just beyond these high alpine townships were the 

first deeded agricultural grounds in the West, with land parcels 

comprised of 160-acre homesteads, where hard-working “meat 

and potatoes” families worked to grow potatoes, harvest hay 

and run cattle. 

Given the history and function of land across the western 

highlands, settled in 160-acre increments by the West’s 

toughest immigrants, cowboys and dirt farmers, imagine the 

not-so-simple task of cobbling together rocky and treacherous 

sections to develop a legacy ranch. This task became even 

more challenging as, over time, these high country towns 

went from boom to bust, taking the demand for local beef and 

potatoes to a standstill. Many producing families did all they 

could to hang on, many leveraged there homesteads with the 

local grocer or mercantile to keep staples on the table and 

farms equipped. As the bills 

In today’s world, where commodities and 

resources have become largely disposable, 

legacy ranches represent an impressive 

effort to maintain and protect not only a piece 

of the western frontier, but a way of life 

mounted and demand for 

goods, services and labor 

disappeared, many western 

settlers traded their land 

as a means of settling old 

debts. To this day, some 

of the mountain valley’s 

top ranching families are 

descended from these former shop owners. So it is with that 

there is a sincere lack of legacy ranch inventory existing in the 

high alpine mountains of the West. 

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So few legacy ranches can be found in mountainous 

regions that meet “true” legacy standard that discovering and 

exploring one can be the experience of a lifetime. The Wolf 

Springs Ranch, a high-altitude alpine ranch that lies at the 

base of the Sangre de Cristo mountain range, is just such a 

ranch. It backs into jagged peaks and spans from the bases of 

peaks to the expansive valley floor of Colorado’s Wet Mountain 

Range. My work with this ranch has given me the opportunity 

to truly understand and appreciate the depth of commitment 

needed to build a legacy ranch of such caliber. Over the course 

of 28 years, a forward-thinking and passionate ranch owner 

assembled dozens of land purchases, including land trades 

with the federal government, the State of Colorado and also 

lots negotiated as private land purchases. This decades-long 

commitment and dedication has resulted in the amassing of 

more than 55,000 deeded mountain acres, building what is 

seldom found—one of the largest high elevation ranches in the 

American West. 

At one point, while standing on the deck of what the land 

owner calls “Eagles’ Nest Cabin East,” I realized that the owner 

of Wolf Springs Ranch literally owns the vista, every mesa, 

peak, river and plain that could be seen from this cabin. In 

Disney’s iconic animated film The Lion King, King Mufasa tells 

his son Simba to look out over the African savannah, explaining 

that their kingdom extends to “everything the light touches.” 

Standing on that deck, viewing a western skyline of jagged 

mountain peaks sprawled out before me that overlooked green 

valleys dotted with blue lakes, the tremendous scale and 

majesty of the 55,000-acre property overwhelms. 

The plethora and vibrancy of the wildlife that roam Wolf 

Creek Ranch is unparalleled, even by Colorado standards. I 

was literally in awe, with the sound of dueling Elk bugles rising 

from the mesa below me, and the fall Aspen colors dotting the 

green of the pine-covered ridges. That evening, I saw three 

bears, meadows filled with dozens of trophy-quality, rutting 

bulls and some spectacular mule deer bucks. Having been a 

professional outfitter for more than 20 years, with ownership 

of camps in the most remote parts of Colorado, Montana 

and Alaska, I typically bedded in a sleeping bag at least 100 

nights a year for most of those 20 years. I am no stranger to 

experiencing breathtaking landscapes and fraternizing with 

trophy-caliber wildlife. Even so, experiencing first-hand the 

raw power of those 55,000+ deeded and contiguous acres and 

their estimated herd of more than 1,000 resident elk, for me, 

bordered on the spectacular. 

The Wolf Springs Ranch is so large it sets its own hunting 

seasons, and its owner has the right to determine which 

weapons will be used during those hunting seasons, with 

guaranteed licenses for friends, clients and family. The ranch 

also opens its doors each year to cow hunters who assist in 

controlling the herd, all while building a relationship of respect 

and appreciation with many of the local families. The ability 

to hunt Wolf Creek Ranch has become so prestigious that 

residents can wait a minimum of 18 years to draw the very few 

and extremely coveted Ranching for Wildlife bull tags. 

Certainly, a variety of legacy-class ranches exist and can 

be purchased across the broad expanse of the American West. 

But for those who seek unparalleled privacy, beauty, serenity, 

luxury and their own piece of a rich history, ranches like Wolf 

Springs Ranch provide opportunity to authentically experience 

the American West. Perhaps more importantly, owning a ranch 

of Wolf Springs Ranch caliber provides opportunity to own 

a piece of the “Pride Lands” by become an integral part of a 

living legacy. °

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RELENTLESS SIERRA RANCH 

73± ACRES • DOUGLAS COUNTY, COLORADO • $4,300,000 

This truly beautiful equestrian estate features an exquisite handcrafted home to complement the meticulously arranged horse facility. With expansive views of the Rockies 

looking past lush pastures and ponderosa pines, every detail of the elegant hand-hewn and dovetailed log home has been thought through with quality, function and 

craftsmanship. Updated and refined with timeless fixtures and finishes, smart-home features, creative designs and lighting; the main home is a testament of pride. Polished 

landscaping with water features, gorgeous pool and sculpture surround the home. An immaculate barn hosts stalls, tack and office, guest apartment and additional 

caretaker unit. The rolling property is thoughtfully and impressively fenced/cross-fenced to 10 pastures and paddocks, each with shelter/water. Oval arena and rectangular 

training pen complete the facility; all within easy commuting distance to the metro areas and minutes from the Colorado Horse Park and country clubs. 

Visit RelentlessSierraRanch.com for information. Property ID: 3603863 

BEAR BONES RANCH 

215± ACRES • CUSTER COUNTY, COLORADO • $990,000 

A beautiful outpost in the Wet Mountain Valley, this is an ultimate Colorado ranch 

to live or bring family and friends to retreat on thousands of acres with amazing 

affordability. The headquarters hosts two homes and a barn as a base to access 

the 640-acre grazing lease, 2,250 acres of private recreation access and 858 

acres of BLM for nearly 4,000 acres of mountains and trails right from the 

property. Visit BearBonesRanch.com for information. Property ID: 3286149 

FLYING E RANCH 

37± ACRES • JEFFERSON COUNTY, COLORADO • $875,000 

Perfect for multi-generational living and ideally located in the foothills Southwest 

of Denver, this has it all: a beautiful, meticulously-maintained 3,449-square-foot 

ranch-style main house, a 2,012-square-foot guest/bunk house, 24’x48’ barn and 

paddocks, pasture with 52’x122’ arena, riding trails through the trees and a small 

spring-fed pond. Property is perimeter and cross fenced. Call Sally Ball for more 

information or visit TheFlyingERanch.com for tour. Property ID: 3675024 

YOUR COLORADO RESOURCE 

KELLER WILLIAMS FOOTHILLS REALTY, LLC – WHEN REPRESENTATION AND EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE MATTER 

BILL DAVIS • (970) 390-8617 • BILLDAVISPROPERTIES@GMAIL.COM 

SALLY BALL • (303) 506-7405 • SBALL@KW.COM 

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GOLDEN EAGLE VILLA 

10.3± ACRES • DOUGLAS COUNTY, OREGON • $2,450,000 

Welcome to Golden Eagle Villa, a one-of-a-kind estate with views over the 

Umpqua Valley! Open the door to elegance in this superbly-crafted Mediterranean 

beauty. Resting on more than 10 acres of manicured grounds, this home radiates 

grandeur and pristine quality. Expert craftsmanship throughout. Custom millwork 

with granite, marble, travertine and alabaster finishes. Landscape and water 

feature design by Japanese architect, Hoichi Kurisu. Property ID: 3636510 

EQUESTRIAN ESTATE 

30± ACRES • DOUGLAS COUNTY, OREGON • $1,395,000 

One-of-a-kind equestrian facility! Exquisitely remodeled Tuscan-style home nestled 

in the midst of 30± acres in the heart of the Umpqua Valley. Gorgeous gourmet 

kitchen with built-in refrigerators, commercial-style gas range/ovens and a 

spacious island! An entertainer’s dream inside and out! Private patios, manicured 

grounds and in-ground pool! Indoor riding arena, outdoor arena, 29+ stalls, barn, 

shop. Second residence and sport court! Property ID: 3708660 

SKS RANCH 

172± ACRES • DOUGLAS COUNTY, OREGON • $1,250,000 

Live the Oregon dream on this 172-acre ranch with two homes, multiple ponds 

and water rights from Mitchell Creek! SKS Ranch has a combination of 45± acres 

of improved pasture, grazing areas and timber. Soils testing indicates suitability 

for grapes or other crops. Barn with stalls, tack room, hot water wash rack and 

paved alley way. Multiple farm-use buildings! Full-size outdoor arena! Two ponds! 

Good horse property with BLM access! Property ID: 3763805 

NEUNER RANCH HOME 

52.83± ACRES • DOUGLAS COUNTY, OREGON • $750,000 

Looking for the Oregon Dream? The historic Neuner Ranch Home on 52.83 acres 

with over half a mile of Cow Creek frontage is for sale! Beautifully updated and 

restored home with covered porches at the front of the home and veranda from the 

master suite overlooking the lush irrigated pasture all the way to Cow Creek! Old 

water rights! Detached garage with artist’s dream studio could also be an office! 

40’x60’ shop/barn and machine shed! Property ID: 3592313 

MARY GILBERT • (541) 371-5500 • SOLD@MARYGILBERT.COM 

WWW.MARYGILBERT.COM • 2644 SUZANNE WAY, EUGENE, OREGON 97408 

SERVING THE UMPQUA VALLEY, ROSEBURG, OREGON, & SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES 

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Ranch agents are local, accomplished experts in land sales and acquisitions, including: agricultural land, timber land, ranch land, recreational land, equestrian 

estates, land development, hunting land and other specialties. The land specialist at KW Farm and Ranch are the clear choice when buying or selling rural 

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BRIAN MASON, BROKER | BrianMason2@Reagan.com | (970) 234-3167 cell 

H.B. MASON, BROKER ASSOCIATE | (970) 314-3326 cell 

GORE RANCH 

15,880± ACRES | MESA COUNTY | COLORADO 

A stunning 15,880± deeded acres situated in the beautiful, rugged sandstone canyons, natural arches, spires and alcoves of the McInnis Canyons 

Natural Conservation Area. The ranch carries year-round 350–400 cow/calf pairs and has 45,000± acres of BLM livestock grazing permits and 

7,000± acres of a National Forest livestock grazing permit. Located in GMU 40 for world-class elk hunting and trophy mule deer. Less than a 40 

minute drive to downtown Grand Junction and the regional airport from the ranch headquarters. Smaller parcels available for purchase. Seller 

financing available with terms acceptable to seller. 

$30,000,000 | Property ID: 2714965 

NOCKS RANCH 

144.07± ACRES | GARFIELD COUNTY | COLORADO 

Stunning, picturesque 144± acre ranch with approximately 60± acres 

of both hay/pasture irrigated with sideroll sprinklers. Enjoy the newer, 

gorgeous, custom-built rancher: 4,100± square feet, four bedrooms, 

three baths, with a full walkout basement, wraparound porch, lovely 

custom kitchen, living room with 17-foot-high vaulted ceilings and huge 

recreation room in the basement. Excellent livestock/horse setup with 

pastures, barns, corrals, heated shop, hay barn and much more. Borders 

BLM and is located in GMU 42 for excellent big game hunting or elk, 

deer, turkeys, etc., with over-the-counter tags for some seasons. 

$1,495,000 | Property ID: 3357505 

GLADE PARK MOUNTAIN RANCH 


Enjoy your very own mountain wilderness setting with this 6,062± acres 

located on beautiful Pinon Mesa, with elevations from 7,200 to 9,000 

feet. Approximately two-and-a-half miles of the Little Dolores River, 

both Payne and Tommy Dodson Canyons, traverse the ranch with small 

pockets of aspen, oaks, lush mountain meadows and parks, springs, 

wallows and a nice spring-fed trout lake. Adjoins BLM and national 

forest. Located in GMU 40 for trophy big game hunting and includes a 

comfortable four-bedroom, three-bath cabin with gorgeous views. This 

is a prime wildlife parcel less than a one hour drive from Grand Junction. 

Additional acreage available for purchase, and seller financing available 

with terms acceptable to seller. 

$18,000,000 

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LITTLE DOLORES RIVER RANCH 

TRAIL CANYON RANCH 


Beautiful and private 3,130± acres located on Glade Park with 85± 

irrigated acres in hay production. Nice owner’s home, equipment/hay 

shed, livestock setup with scale. Includes five BLM grazing allotments, 

three sets of working pens and excellent big game hunting in GMU 40. 

$8,000,000 

1.348± ACRES | MESA COUNTY | COLORADO 

Gorgeous 1,348± acres situated in the beautiful and rugged sandstone 

canyons and alcoves of Glade Park. Elevations of 6,500–6,700 feet. 

Two water wells and three water tanks, borders BLM, plus year-round 

access and only 30 minutes to Grand Junction. 

$4,000,000 

AVARITTE RANCH 

70± ACRES | DELTA COUNTY | COLORADO 

Beautiful horse setup, gentlemen’s ranch with a gorgeous home 

overlooking the Gunnison River with stunning views. Insulated 

horse barn with indoor arena, stalls, apartment, tack and feed 

room, wash and vet rack and more. Huge outdoor arena, round pen 

and 47± acres in hay/pasture. River frontage with excellent trout 

fishing, plus waterfowl, deer and only minutes to town and schools. 

$1,349,000 | Property ID: 1817964 

HUNTER’S RETREAT 

80± ACRES | GARFIELD COUNTY | COLORADO 

Secluded mountain getaway! 80± acres located in the Bookcliffs and 

bordered on two sides by BLM. Property has a 576± square-foot rustic 

cabin with breathtaking views! Property has all you need as a big 

game hunter. In GMU 30, this property provides excellent hunting for 

elk, deer, bear, lion and much more, all from the comfort of your cabin. 

$197,900 

HARTS BASIN RANCH 

SADDLE MOUNTAIN RANCH 

1.855± ACRES | DELTA COUNTY | COLORADO 

A beautiful and very secluded area. This 1,855± deeded acres is 

currently a working livestock ranch, averaging 350 AUMs, with 237± 

irrigated acres in both hay/pasture, manager’s home, working pens, 

scale and a USFS livestock permit for 394 AUMs. Located in GMU 52 

for exceptional mule deer, pheasant and quail hunting. Could be the 

perfect setting for an equestrian setup as well. End-of-the-road privacy, 

your very own wildlife sanctuary, excellent water rights and only minutes 

to both Cedaredge and Delta. 

$3,100,000 | Property ID: 1814825 

131± ACRES | DELTA COUNTY | COLORADO 

Wildlife, seclusion and beautiful mountain and valley views is what you’ll 

experience on this exceptional 131± acres located just minutes from 

Crawford, Colorado. Situated in a recreational paradise with fishing, 

hunting, hiking, biking, camping, horse country, water, winter sports 

and more. Two-home setup, garages, horse barns, equipment/hay barn, 

heated dog kennel, tack room, bunk house and more. 50± irrigated 

acres in hay/pasture and water rights. Come enjoy the wildlife, privacy, 

views and a taste of the Old West here in Crawford Country. 

$1,349,000 | Property ID: 1817993

IS NOW AN 

Opportune 

Time — 

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redicting return on investment when purchasing 

land can be hard to nail down. While no one 

can truly predict what the ROI of an investment 

will be, looking to industry indicators is a good start 

when choosing where to place your hard earned money. 

The good news is that there are resources available to 

those in the market for land real estate. In addition to 

finding a qualified land consultant, looking to industry 

surveys and reports can provide the guidance needed to 

purchase a property. 

Every year, the REALTORS® Land Institute and the 

National Association of REALTORS® release a Land 

Market Survey to help buyers and sellers of land make 

the most informed decisions possible. With responses 

from land real estate professionals across the country, 

its results are indicative of which overall land real estate 

market trends to pay attention to when making investment 

decisions. A large percentage of the participants are 

Accredited Land Consultants (ALCs), the most esteemed, 

experienced, and well-educated brokers/agents in the 

industry, lending further credibility to the survey results. 

Now, let’s dig into why now is an opportune time to 

purchase land real estate. According to this year’s survey 

results released on February 14, 2017, the industry’s top 

land professionals predict an average growth in sales 

volume of two percent across all land types through 

October 2017, with a three percent growth expected 

in each sector for timber, residential, and agricultural 

greenfield development land. As far as prices of land, 

an increase is also seen across all sectors defined in the 

survey. The highest predicted sales volume increases are 

attributed to timberland and residential land at a rate of 

three percent, closely followed by agricultural land at two 

percent and commercial land at one percent. 

WRITTEN BY JESSA FRIEDRICH, MBA 

Yes, these are all predictions. However, when compared 

with actual transaction data from respondents, the trends 

fall in line with past sales data. As reported in the survey, 

overall prices of land across all sectors averaged a one 

percent increase, with the highest price increases in 

timberland at five percent and residential land at three 

percent. Another important take away is that the average 

time on the market for a piece of land was reported as 

one-hundred days, selling more quickly for agricultural 

non-irrigated, timberland, and recreational properties. 


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Brandon Rogillio, ALC, 2017 REALTORS® 

Land Institute National President, stated, 

“We are seeing a lot of very positive things 

happening in the land market. Like any 

industry, the different sectors will fluctuate 

up and down but seeing an overall two 

percent growth in transactions across all 

types of land real estate is a good signal. The 

increase in recreational and residential land 

sales is an especially encouraging sign of 

our economy’s strength over the last couple 

years with an increased demand for housing 

sales and ‘luxury’ activities like hunting. The 

growth in timberland also vouches for this 

as much of the timberland purchased will 

be used for either recreational purposes or 

timber for residential housing—it really all 

ties together nicely into one bigger picture. 

Predictions for continued growth through 2017 

are encouraging for those looking to invest 

in land or sell it, as well as, for the real estate 

professionals involved in the transactions.” 

The annual Land Markets Survey is a tool 

for real estate land professionals and those 

looking to buy or sell land in all sectors of the 

business to use for bench-marking and as 

an informational resource when conducting 

business. This year marks the fourth 

consecutive year that the survey has been 

conducted to reveal current trends and the 

ever-changing state of land markets within the 

industry. The REALTORS® Land Institute has 

made the full survey available for free online 

at RLILand.com/about-realtors-land-institute/ 

land-markets-survey 

So is now an opportune to time to purchase 

land real estate? Contact your local land 

consultant to see what opportunities are 

available. To find a land consultant near you, 

check RLILand.com/find-a-land-consultant. ° 

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"We are seeing a lot of very 

positive things happening 

in t he land market " 

— BRANDON ROGILLIO 


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317± ACRES $7,000,000 

Yolo County, California ID# 3702990 

Golden S Ranch 

This beautiful 317 acres is located just outside Capay, California, 

and offers 101 acres of one-to-three-year-old Pistachio trees plus 

200 acres of plantable orchard ground, the majority in Class II 

soil. Previous crops included broccoli, corn, sweet corn, sunflower, 

wheat, onions, bell peppers and grass. The ranch features three 

newer metal barns and three wells: 2,000 GPM, 1,100 GPM and 450 

GPM. The property is zoned Agricultural Preserved and is in the 

Williamson Act. Video available on YouTube. Contact Todd Renfrew 

at (707) 455-4444. 

$8,950,000 2,240± ACRES 

ID# 3068446 

San Luis Obispo County, California 

A rare find! 2,240 acres of land in Morro Bay, just three-and-a-half 

miles from the ocean with views of Morro Rock and the blue-water 

bay. 60+ acres Class II soil; mild climate due to coastal proximity. 

The ranch has run up to 200-pair year-round. Beautiful rolling 

grass-covered hills and in the Williamson Act. Several highlyproductive, 

developed springs, creeks and small reservoirs. 

The property offers caretaker’s quarters and a good domestic 

well. Video available on YouTube. Price Reduced. Contact Todd 

Renfrew at (707) 455-4444. 

Price Reduced 

Morro Bay 

Price Reduced 

Winter Falls Ranch 

1,500± ACRES $8,750,000 

Shasta County, California ID# 3459988 

This 1,500± acre cattle, hay, wild rice and hunting ranch is truly 

an amazing property. The ranch features over 1,050 acres under 

flood irrigation; 521 in alfalfa, grass hay, alfalfa/grass mix, 201 acres 

in wild rice and 328 acres irrigated pasture. There are four ag. 

wells (one not in use), a ditch pump and a spring pump all tied 

together, producing well over 10,000 GPM. No water leaves the 

ranch! Two homes, 3,400-square-foot metal shop, two hay barns 

plus an animal/hay barn. The ranch runs 350 spring and fall calving 

pairs, plus 50 replacement heifers and 12 bulls, year-round. Video 

available on YouTube. Price Reduced. Contact Donna and Rich 

at (530) 336-6869. 

$7,890,000 8,446± ACRES 

ID# 3093252 

Colusa County, California 

This is the eastern portion of Cortina Ridge Ranch. A beautiful, 

accessible, yet private holding of 8,446± acres well set up for a 

cattle operation but also loaded with wild game. Historically runs 

700–800 pair for the season. Plenty of great spots to situate a 

ranch home with views out to the Sutter Buttes. Year-round Cortina 

Creek runs through the center of the ranch, creating a wide valley. 

The property is part of the Williamson Act for significant tax savings. 

Video available on YouTube. Working with Justin Hill of Gary Miller 

Realty. Contact Todd Renfrew at (707) 455-4444. 

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707 MERCHANT STREET, SUITE 100 | VACAVILLE, CALIFORNIA 95688 

Over 180 listings available at www.CaliforniaOutdoorProperties.com 

$2,750,000 275± ACRES 

ID# 3702989 

Yolo County, California 

This 275-acre ranch grows premium alfalfa and orchard hay, 

with 90 percent Class I soil, and averages six cuttings a year 

at six-and-a-half tons per acre. Past crops included tomatoes, 

sunflower seed, wheat and corn. The property features two 

wells, 2,400 GPM and 1,650 GPM. The owner placed new 

irrigation pipeline in 2015 on the entire farm. Owner will rent 

back farm for four percent rate of return for investors, however, 

a rent-back is not required if the buyer wants another operator 

or to operate the farm themselves. Video available on YouTube. 

Contact Todd Renfrew at (707) 455-4444. 

Mitchell Ranch 

1,542.5± ACRES $7,800,000 

Mendocino County, California ID# 3217227 

Biaggi Ranch 

Situated on Mendocino’s pristine coast between the coastal hamlets of 

Manchester and Elk. Comprised of 11 legal parcels of gently rolling pasture, 

heavy forest, spring-fed draws, open mountain meadows with unbelievable 

Pacific-view building sites. An estimated 20,000,000+ board foot of timber 

split roughly 50/50 between redwood and douglas—NTMP. 80–100 headcarrying 

capacity for a cattle operation and substantially more for sheep. 

There are creeks and springs throughout the property, and it is teeming in 

native wildlife including blacktail deer, wild turkey, quail, bear and wild hog. 

Video available on YouTube. Contact Jim Martin at (707) 272-5507. 

$2,475,000 86± ACRES 

ID# 3753076 

San Benito County, California 

Residential or commercial opportunities! 86 acres in South 

San Benito County immediately adjacent to the U.S. Highway 

101 corridor. This farm would make a great equestrian riding or 

horse retirement facility, or it would support a primary residence 

and/or farm and livestock grazing. Continued produce farming 

crops include: brussel sprouts, broccoli, garlic, cauliflower and 

cucumbers. The property lies at the confluence of the Pajaro 

and San Benito Rivers and is only 35 minutes from San Jose 

and the South Bay Area. Video available on YouTube. Contact 

Chris Bailey at (831) 277-8344. 

Betabel Road Farm 

1,989± ACRES $3,000,000 

Colusa County, California ID# 2723164 

Windover Farms 

This is a classic recreational ranch located in Colusa County about three 

minutes from the town of Lodoga, California, and approximately 23 miles 

from Maxwell, California. Eight ponds, six wells, 120’x60’ shop, barn, bunk 

houses; run 200-pair for season; great blacktail deer, turkey and pig hunting. 

The property borders the East Park Reservoir known for its bass fishing and 

great boating. This property would make a superior cattle ranch, hunting 

ranch, vacation getaway or a classic recreational property. Just 145 miles 

from San Francisco, California. Video available on YouTube. Contact Todd 

Renfrew at (707) 455-4444. 


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Dave Harrigan 

Dave@HarriganLand.com 

Hunter Harrigan 

Hunter@HarriganLand.com 

Monument Butte Ranch 

MOFFAT COUNTY | COLORADO 

21,793± ACRES 

Monument Butte Ranch is without question one of the largest, contiguous mountain ranches remaining in the state of Colorado, having escaped for 

generations, the slicing up of once-magnificent properties into lesser parcels. This expansive spread covers over 34 square miles on the north flank 

of the Flat Tops. $28,500,000 

Broken Butt Ranch 

RIO ARRIBA COUNTY | NEW MEXICO 

LK Mountain Ranch 

RIO BLANCO COUNTY | COLORADO 

16,309± ACRES | PROPERTY ID: 3393551 

Never before offered on the market, the 16,309-acre Broken Butt Ranch in 

northern New Mexico easily qualifies as one of the largest remaining elkrich 

mountain ranches in the state. Named for a rifle with a broken stock 

found on the ranch in the early 1900s, Broken Butt Ranch has a long history 

of careful management as a joint cattle and hunting property. $32,000,000 


Overlooking the famed White River Valley, this 7,100-acre ranch sits in 

the heart of territory known for exceptional trout and exceptional big 

game hunting. Any hunter with an eye towards quality will find it as 

abundant as the trophy mule deer on LK Mountain Ranch. $10,000,000 

Wakara Ranch 

RIO BLANCO COUNTY | COLORADO 

Canada del Oso Ranch 

MORA COUNTY | NEW MEXICO 


Easily qualifying as one of the finest all-round large ranches in northwest 

Colorado, the 26,192 total acre (2,192 deeded) Wakara Ranch will capture 

your western imagination and not let it go for years to come. This ranch 

features the “elusive trifecta” of a Western ranch with the best in fly fishing, 

big game hunting and agricultural production. $10,000,000 


Privacy that is second to none, mountain canyons that teem with big 

game, several live streams and a spectacular new home/lodge make the 

4,878-acre Canada del Oso (Canyon of the Bear) Ranch between Angel 

Fire and Taos one of the premier mountain hunting properties in northern 

New Mexico. NOW OFFERED IN THREE CONFIGURATIONS. $8,400,000 

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Big Iron Ranch 

MESA COUNTY | COLORADO 

Muddy Creek Ranch 

PUEBLO COUNTY | COLORADO 


Located at the end of the road, this remarkably private 1,720-acre refuge 

adjoins Grand Mesa National Forest for two-and-a-half miles, giving it 

a rare edge-of-the-wilderness feel, yet is readily accessible year-round 

to Interstate 70 and the Western Slope metropolis of Grand Junction. 

$7,500,000 


Almost unbelievably, in the midst of one of the fastest-growing sections 

of the Rockies, the Muddy Creek Ranch remains an undisturbed refuge 

of pines, streams and wildlife. Comprising 3,584 deeded acres, and 

4,224 total acres, Muddy Creek Ranch is a prime candidate for those 

seeking a private hunting and/or wildlife retreat or a ranch with excellent 

development potential. $6,700,000 

Cañones Creek Ranch 

RIO ARRIBA COUNTY | NEW MEXICO 

Elk Highland Ranch 

PARK COUNTY | COLORADO 

518± ACRES | PROPERTY ID: 3442825 

Don’t tell a soul, but one of New Mexico’s best trout fishing secrets lies 

in the heart of the Chama Valley between Santa Fe and Pagosa Springs, 

Colorado. Cañones Creek Ranch is 518 acres brimming with trout fishing 

possibilities in five lunker-filled ponds and 1.25 miles of the productive 

Chama River. $5,995,000 

14,000± ACRES • PROPERTY ID: 2492725 

Containing over 2,145 deeded acres and nearly 12,000 additional 

permitted acres, Elk Highland Ranch is a large operation capable of being 

a profitable cattle producer in its own right, yet offers so much more. 

While cattle can be a mainstay here, hunting, fishing and development 

opportunities sweeten the pot of possibilities. $5,750,000 

Coyote Creek Ranch 

MORA COUNTY | NEW MEXICO 

Red Hawk Ranch 

GUNNISON COUNTY | COLORADO 


A very private retreat for wild trout and big game, Coyote Creek Ranch 

near Angel Fire, New Mexico, is nonetheless located adjacent to a paved 

highway and within a hour’s drive of three major ski resorts. Situated at 

an elevation of about 8,500 feet, Coyote Creek Ranch holds 878 acres of 

ponderosa pine forest and meadows in the uplands and healthy riparian 

habitat along Coyote Creek. $4,200,000 


At Red Hawk Ranch, high in the West Elk Mountains near Crested 

Butte, Colorado, you’ll not only be away from it all, but also above it 

all. This 923-acre wilderness ranch for sale boasts sweeping views of the 

magnificent Ohio Creek Valley that will be shared only by you and the 

eagles. $3,950,000 

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AGENT 

DICK STEPHENS 

AGENT 

JOHN STACY 

BROKER 

Corporate Estate 

103± ACRES IN JOHNSON COUNTY, KANSAS 

This property was constructed in 2010. No detail 

was too small to leave out. This property is like a blank 

canvas with all of its possibilities. This estate could 

become a corporate retreat, an event center, college 

campus, security safe haven, medical treatment facility or 

kept as the beautiful home it is. Located in the center of the 

country with close proximity to all amenities. This estate is 

ready to be your perfect getaway. The property includes 103 

acres of rolling hills and is surrounded by a six-foot wrought 

iron fence. The main barn is 354’x115’, and it is heated and air 

conditioned. This building has a wide variety of options for an 

easy conversion. The grounds are nothing short of a five-star 

resort. Every detail has been considered in this magnificent 

property. The home is handicap accessible and the attention 

to detail in each room is readily apparent. To schedule a 

showing or receive additional information, please contact 

Jib.Felter@Reececommercial.com. 

Property 152 ID: 3643144 | Price: $12,995,000 

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EAGLE RIDGE RANCH 

10,237± ACRES IN UTAH COUNTY, UTAH 

A spectacular property with two-and-ahalf 

miles of Spanish Fork River frontage 

and an eastern boundary adjoined by Thistle 

Creek, one lake, three active streams, over 

100 springs and a variety of vegetation 

and wildlife, Eagle Ridge Ranch consists of 

10,237 contiguous deeded acres in diverse 

topography. Two planning assessments have 

been prepared for the property, which cover 

several aspects of development including a 

private golf and ski club, a high-end housing 

development and the substantial tax benefits 

of a conservation easement. The water rights 

transferring with Eagle Ridge Ranch are 

sufficient for 350 homes. A diverse wildlife 

population makes itself at home at Eagle 

Ridge Ranch, which is encompassed, for the 

most part, by national forest and state wildlife 

management areas providing a cushion 

around the ranch and protecting its wildlife. 

An advantageous location that provides easy 

and immediate access to the Wasatch Valley, 

with considerable development potential, 

while still remaining a remote hunting and 

wildlife sanctuary, the future prospects for 

Eagle Ridge Ranch are unlimited. 

$35,000,000 | Property ID: 3658663 

SAWMILL CREEK RANCH 

1,514± ACRES IN GRANT COUNTY, NEW MEXICO 

Rolling hillsides carpeted in grama grass and canyons lined in black 

walnut and oak with seasonal creeks make up the 1,514 deeded acres 

of Sawmill Creek Ranch. Panoramic views of the Gila and the Apache 

National Forest, a myriad of hunting opportunities, supporting 

40–45 cows, in an area of widespread recreational activity and places 

of interest and Sawmill Creek’s remarkable location within one hour 

of Silver City, New Mexico, and Safford, Arizona, bring together a 

genuine southwestern treasure. 

$5,000,000 | Property ID: 3589463 

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GALLO MOUNTAIN RANCH 

39,273± ACRES IN CATRON COUNTY, NEW MEXICO 

Nestled within the Apache National Forest lies the Gallo Mountain Ranch. 

Consisting of 640 deeded acres along with 38,633 forest leased acres, Gallo 

Mountain Ranch is encompassed by a unique recreational dreamland that 

embraces trophy big-game hunting, fishing and endless recreational activities. 

Situated at a cool-summer 7,500 feet within an expanse of forested timber, open 

meadows and a myriad of springs and creeks, Gallo Mountain Ranch is a seasonal 

yearling ranch running up to 700+ head from mid-May through mid-October. 

$2,750,000 | Property ID: 2088792 

HEAVENLY ACRES RANCH 


The 2,880 acres of the Heavenly Acres Ranch, 1,760 deeded acres and 1,120 leased 

acres, sits within the majestic beauty of the Apache National Forest, a picturesque 

setting of lush green meadows surrounded by mountaintops of ponderosa pine 

and skies that reach to eternity. An ideal horse property or cattle ranch, the 

lush green meadows and leased acres of the ranch currently support 140–160 

yearlings. Located in some of New Mexico’s finest country for big game hunting, 

the ranch is in a fantastic location for an outfitting business and/or summer dude 

ranch with improvements in place, and it is only 45 minutes from Alpine, Arizona. 

$3,800,000 | Property ID: 3031026 

BLUE HILLS ELK RANCH 


6,000 acres of magnificent country, 5,430 deeded acres and 640 state leased 

acres, with scenic views in all directions, terrain that ranges from grassy meadows 

to rocky bluffs and rolling pinon juniper covered mountains, Blue Hills Elk Ranch 

receives five rifle elk tags in an excellent hunting area and has the capacity to 

run a minimum of 70–80 cows year-round, a fantastic ranch with a multitude 

of surrounding beauty and recreational opportunity. Price is negotiable, seller 

will finance. 

$4,300,000 | Property ID: 2838378 

TROTTER RANCH 


Distant views of the Sawtooth Mountains to the east and Mariano Mesa to the 

west along with a blend of rolling hills and mesas flowing into meadows of grama 

grass and wildflowers capture the essence of the 3,200-acre Trotter Ranch, 

consisting of 2,640 deeded acres and 560 BLM leased acres. Quality elk and 

mule deer hunting, and a close proximity to the White Mountains of Arizona, 

where numerous lakes, streams and ski resort provide year-round recreational 

activity, combine to enhance the numerous attributes of the Trotter Ranch. 

$2,100,000 | Property ID: 2931602 

HONESTLY REPRESENTING WESTERN RANCHERS WITH THE VALUES OF YESTERDAY & THE TECHNOLOGY OF TODAY

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WRITTEN BY DAVID FISHER 

As I have mentioned in the past, I am a big fan of many classic 

western movies. One of my favorites is “El Dorado.” How can 

you not like a movie starring John Wayne and Robert Mitchum. 

And James Caan and Arthur Hunnicutt. And more importantly, 

the amazing Charlene Holt and the cutest Carey of them all, 

Michelle. And the golden throat of George Alexander singing 

the theme song. But maybe the best part of the movie was 

when the main bad guy Lou Grant, I mean Ed Asner gets his at 

the end. 

He actually deserved worse when you consider how terribly 

he treated Mary Richards on the Mary Tyler Moore Show eight 

decades later. So why am a talking about this movie in a great 

real estate magazine? The reason is because I see much about 

the movie in today’s land market. 

In El Dorado, the bad guts were trying to take the McDonald’s 

ranch away from them and I see similar situations today. As 

most in real estate are keenly aware, Congress is looking into 

the idea of changing IRC Section 1031. No one knows exactly 

what they are thinking but my money is definitely on Congress 

to mess things up. I have seen where there is talk of placing 

a one million dollar cap on exchanges to eliminating Section 

1031 completely. 

Any changes made will not be to the benefit of land owners 

but rather the US Treasury...and that’s not right. So what can 

land owners who have worked the land with their own hands 

seven days a week to bring value to their land, take more 

risks than any occupation that doesn’t include crabbing in 

the Bering Sea and buy every thing retail and have to sell 

wholesale and pay the freight both ways (quote by JFK) do if 

1031 exchanges are changed. 

I will admit that I am no John Wayne, Robert Mitchum or James 

Caan but I might make a good Bull (Arthur Hunnicutt) and his 

horn. That’s because I am here to tell you that there are options 

to a 1031 exchange and in some ways, even a better option than 

a 1031 itself. The answer can be found in IRC Section 453. It is 

not my intent to go into Section 453 but rather how it can be 

used as a great 1031 option. 

Although Section 1031 has been used successfully for decades, 

there are pitfalls that have prevented exchanges from being 

completed. For example, once the property was sold, there 

was a 45 day period to find another property. If you couldn’t 

find another property in 45 days, the 1031 ended and became 

taxable. There is no 45 day period with our Section 453 tax 

deferral strategies. 

What if you found a great property in 45 days but couldn’t get 

the property closed in the 180 day period? The 1031 can’t be 

completed and the failed exchange becomes taxable. There is 

no 180 day period with Section 453. 

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Utilizing Section 453, there are no 45 and 180 day periods, 

there are no loan to value ratios to be concerned about and the 

property owner can sell his/her property and buy any property at 

any time in the future. Sounds like something Bull would blow his 

horn over. 

Another situation that we have found with 1031 exchanges occurs 

when there are multiple owners and of course, they all want to sell 

and do something different. One or more of them wants to defer 

taxes utilizing another 1031 and one or more wants to take the 

money and run. No problem for us. The sellers that want to take 

the money and run can do so and the sellers that want to defer 

taxes can do so using our Section 453 tax deferral strategies. 

Since I seem to be on a roll, let’s look at some other tax deferral 

opportunities that property owners can benefit from by utilizing 

Section 453. First, many land owners own property that will 

eventually become their retirement plan. At some point in time, 

the land owner would like to sell, retire and move closer to their 

grandchildren so they can spoil them in an effort to get even with 

their kids for being so rotten when they were growing up. 

The problem for the land owners to do so could be taxes 

when they sell their property. For example, let’s say for sake 

of discussion that the property has been in the family for 60+ 

years and almost all of the sales proceeds will be considered 

to be capital gains. When taking into account the 20 percent 

capital gains tax, the five to ten percent state tax in 43 states and 

depreciation recapture of 25 percent, that could mean a tax rate 

of roughly 30 percent on the sales proceeds and that could be 

an obstacle to selling the property. Section 453 can defer those 

taxes and provide the land owners when they retire with a larger 

retirement plan which can be passed on to their heirs if they so 

desire. Hide the grandkids! 

Many land owners are not aware that they can defer their capital 

gains taxes and retire using Section 453, so quite a few land 

owners decide to use the stepped up basis to eliminate their 

capital gains tax liability. This may be a good strategy but there 

are pitfalls here as well. 

For example, no one knows how long the stepped up basis will 

remain as part of the tax code if Congress decides to take a look 

at it. In addition, what will the market value for that property be 

at that point in time. It could be double the current market value 

or it could be 20 percent less. And maybe most importantly, the 

stepped up basis has nothing to do with the federal estate tax if 

it’s applicable to the situation and can be far more devastating to 

the family than avoiding capital gains tax. 

Section 453 may be a great option. The land owner can 

sell now, defer taxes now, generate about a six percent 

appreciation every year into your savings account on the sales 

proceeds and there may be estate planning opportunities for 

the families as well. Of course, each situation needs to be 

looked at separately but the opportunity may be there. 

Another opportunity that may present itself is when 

selling a great high end residential property. A 1031 is not 

appropriate for a residential property but if the sale of a 

great residential property will create a large tax liability, we 

may be able to defer the capital gains tax and the state tax 

on the sales proceeds. 

A lot of US citizens own property in a foreign country. That 

property could be a hunting property in South Africa to a 

ranch in Argentina to a great fishing property in Norway. 

Whenever a US citizen sells a property even in a foreign 

country, there is a US capital gains tax to be paid if one is 

generated. We can defer those US capital gains tax. So if your 

family has owned a castle in Germany on the Rhine River for 

the past 400 years,we can defer the US capital gains tax on 

that sale. If you own property somewhere in Middle Earth, 

good luck! 

Although at this moment, no one knows what Congress is 

going to do, here is a sobering thought. Grover Norquist of 

Americans for Tax Reform believes that it would be a mistake 

to make any changes in Section 1031 but he cautions that 

Congress is taking a hard look and there could be changes 

made and those changes will not be positive for land owners. 

One of my current concerns is that no one seems to have any 

ideas what to do if Section 1031 is dramatically changed or 

repealed. The big qualified intermediaries seem to have no 

Plan B if this happens. 

I am not one to toot my own horn but maybe Bull will toot his 

for me. I hope that Congress has the good sense to leave 

1031 exchanges alone but if not and even if they do, Section 

453 provides much needed flexibility for the land owner. 

Maybe its time you get to determine how you will sell your 

property instead of having to jump through IRS hoops. 

Now go sell a great property and do it your way. Keep those 

taxes in your pocket for the benefit of you and your family and 

not give them to some member of Congress who will send 

your tax dollars to his district for a useless pork project and I 

don’t mean buying some hogs. ° 


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Rancho Aloe is a Costa Rican farm located 25 minutes from Liberia, the capital 

of Guanacaste, on the new Pan-American Highway. Consisting of approximately 

4,969 acres of incredibly beautiful cropland and jungle, the property is fully 

fenced and contains three parcels. The farm is split with approximately 3,000 acres 

of crop and grazing land and 1,969 acres of natural habitat that could be improved for 

more production. 

Rancho Aloe has an extensive $1,500,000 irrigation system that uses water pumped from 

a river to irrigate the farm during the dry season. There are four rivers that run year-round 

and the farm has governmental permits to use this water for any foreseeable needs. In the 

rainy season—May through November—average total rainfall is 22 inches and is ample 

water to raise crops. 

Rancho Aloe has a spacious 4,800-square-foot custom built home. The home was 

constructed in 1944 from wood harvested and milled on the property. The spacious, movein 

ready home features five bedrooms and four bathrooms, and an oversized kitchen great 

for entertaining. The property includes two guest houses, an office, barn/shop and multiple 

outbuildings all in good working repair. 

It is estimated that Rancho Aloe can currently carry 1,200-head of cattle and other livestock. 

Approximately 200 hectares (480 acres) are currently planted by a tenant farmer in cantaloupe 

and watermelon. Current pricing at $0.80 per kilo, and an estimated production of 30,000 kilos 

per hectare, the fruit crops are generating $24,000 per hectare of gross income. 

Rancho Aloe 

COSTA RICAN FARM 

5,000± ACRES • $14,000,000 

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BLACK HILLS AREA PROPERTIES 

ELBARBEE RANCH 

1,074± ACRES | NEWCASTLE, WYOMING 

The custom-crafted log home is masterfully placed at the end of the road in a private valley 

surrounded by timbered hills. The well-kept set of support buildings include a horse barn with 

guest apartment, shop, equipment shed and machine shed. Varied topography extending from 

the rolling hay meadows along Stockade Beaver Creek to steep mountainous terrain. Come 

experience the welcoming ambiance of an attractive log lodge in an incredible western scene. 

Price: $3,800,000 

ROCKY ELK RANCH 

7,361 DEEDED ACRES | NEWCASTLE, WYOMING 

Located in the heart of Black Hills elk country, this ranch has 7,361 deeded acres, 360 State 

Lease acres and an 80-acre BLM Permit. The property extends from the valleys along Oil 

Creek to the mountainous country at Case Hill with “top of the world” views, then on north to 

Skull Creek. 300+ class bull elk are frequently seen on the ranch. Water for livestock and 

wildlife is abundant with five wells, four springs, two creeks and several reservoirs. The owner 

has made major improvements including new fences, new tire tanks, new corrals, and much 

more after a wildfire in 2012. A great Black Hills recreational location with trophy bull elk, live 

water, and privacy. Price: $8,100,000 

PINEY MEADOWS RANCH 

263± ACRES | SUNDANCE, WYOMING 

Custom brick home, three-level design, open floor plan, three bedrooms and four bathrooms. 

Exceptional quality throughout with many extras including cherry cabinets, hardwood floors, 

jetted tub, French doors, and lots of storage. There is an insulated workshop attached to a 

48’x96’ equipment shop and an open front shed. A pristine setting at end of the road, yet less 

than a mile from paved highway. Price reduced from $2,385,000 to $1,750,000 

BEAR LODGE RANCH 

880± ACRES | SUNDANCE, WYOMING 

An iconic Black Hills ranch with 880 acres in a scenic and remote setting on the west 

side of the Bear Lodge Mountains. A high country property with landowner elk tags and an 

incredible mountain landscape. The ranch is a well-known landmark which has been in the 

same family for many years. Diverse terrain ranging from higher plateaus and hay meadows 

to rough timbered canyons. Panoramic views of Devils Tower on the horizon. This secluded 

mountain getaway borders a section of State Land and three parcels of National Forest. 

Price Reduced: $2,288,000 

FRESH WATER RANCH 

3,669± ACRES | NEWCASTLE, WYOMING 

A wild and scenic Black Hills ranch with live water, highway frontage, excellent wildlife habitat, 

privacy, and incredible mountain scenery. The ranch encompasses 3,669 deeded acres in one 

contiguous block. It ranges from the creek banks where Salt Creek and Sweetwater Creek 

converge to the valleys of the Fresh Water Creek drainage and the higher timbered country on 

Mount Pisgah. In the late 1880s the Historic Cambria Salt Mine was on the ranch. Many new 

water developments and new fences. Price: $8,500,000 

Jim Pederson, Broker | (307) 746-2083 | www.ArnoldRealty.com 

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THE VIEW 

| 

THE HOME AMAZING 

THE PRICE - IRRESISTIBLE 

cost $12,000,000 to build 

buy now for $6.5M 

Ridgway, Colorado 

Perched high atop Pleasant Valley with 

180° breathtaking views of 

Sneffels and Cimarron Mountains 

28.3 pristine acres | 13,067 SF living area 

5,600 SF barn & workshop 

2-bedroom, 3-bath guest house 

landsolutions.net/ranch 

For more information or to schedule a viewing, contact: 

Land Solutions, Inc. | Justin Thibaut 

Phone: 239.489.4066 | jthibaut@landsolutions.net 

Co-brokers welcome with 3% Commission. 

McDaniel Ranch 

A TRUE SPORTSMEN’S OASIS 

McDaniel Ranch is a stunning 4,000-acre ranch located 

in the heart of old Florida in southeast Hendry County. 

This unique ranch is rich in Florida history and 

breathtaking views of natural Florida habitat. It offers 

premium hunting and fishing. 

• 400 head of cattle 

• 5 large estate ranch homes with guest house 

• A large hunting camp 

• Ranch equipment 

• 3,600-foot grass airstrip with hangar 

For more information or to schedule a viewing, contact: 

Land Solutions, Inc. | Justin Thibaut 

Phone: 239.489.4066 | jthibaut@landsolutions.net 

Licensed Real Estate Broker

www.CraterLakeRealtyInc.com 

Linda Long, Principal Broker/Owner | (541) 891-5562 | Linda@CraterLakeRealtyInc.com 

33550 Highway 97 North, Chiloquin, Oregon 97624 | (541) 783-2759 | (541) 783-2724 Fax 

BLACK DRAKE RANCH 

420± ACRES IN KLAMATH COUNTY, OREGON 

Black Drake Ranch offers 420 acres of privacy with miles of year-round 

streams with native wild redband and brown trout, prolific insect hatches, 

thrilling for the fly fishing enthusiast! Overlooking stream step pools, 

Gearhart Mountain, timber, meadows and sage sits the one-of-a-kind 

ranch house. Full view windows, pine beam ceiling, hickory, granite and 

barn wood finishes, fireplace, wraparound deck and three-car garage. 

Plus, The Fish Camp cabin, bunk house and three-bedroom, two-bath 

manufactured home tucked in next to a waterfall and 75-acre pasture. 

CERTIFIED ORGANIC FARM 

376.7± ACRES IN KLAMATH COUNTY, OREGON 

Irrigation well water from three secure wells, 140-acre pivot, 14 wheel 

lines, variable speed pump, productive soils for grains, potatoes, alfalfa 

and specialty crops are special features of this productive, immaculate 

376.7-acre certified organic farm! A stately 2,154-square-foot landscaped 

home with beautiful valley and mountain views, two hay barns, equipment 

shed, grain bins, shop, storage, garages and a 35,714-square-foot potato 

shed, all in a peaceful rural area, make this a farming heaven. 

OFFERED AT $2,250,000 

PROPERTY ID: 3423070 | OFFERED AT $1,760,000 

UNDERWOOD RANCH 


612 productive fenced acres planted to orchard and timothy grass. 

Irrigated with two private, secure irrigation wells and seven pivots. 

Homestead with mature trees, domestic well, septic and several 

outbuildings ready for your new home! Farm has three large, partiallyenclosed 

hay barns, paved county road frontage and vast valley and 

mountain views only 20+ miles from Klamath Falls. 

OFFERED AT $2,500,000 

WILLIAMSON RIVER ALFALFA FARM 


Blue ribbon trout fishing from a quarter mile of deep water with boat 

access to Klamath Lake! 106 acres with immaculate, custom 2,411-squarefoot, 

redwood-sided home. Vaulted ceilings, massive rock fireplace, rock 

entry, tile floors, oak cabinets, heat pump, huge master suite, oversized 

three car garage. Second two-bedroom, one-bath home, 700-ton pole hay 

barn, loafing shed/garage, shop. 96 irrigated acres of alfalfa and pasture, 

seven-tower Valley pivot and wheel line. 

PROPERTY ID: 3630940 | OFFERED AT $998,000 

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Caney Fork River Farm 

373± Acres in Van Buren County, Tennessee 

A quaint country road on the outskirts of Sparta, Tennessee winds 

through this picturesque farm. The farmhouse has great views over 

160 acres of rolling pasture land and is walking distance to the five 

barns. Headwaters of Cane Creek bellow out of the ground to form 

a private access channel that connects to the Caney Fork River, 

which is known for adventure including trout fishing and paddling. 

The property backs up to and includes, timberland on the south 

side of the mountain which was logged in 2015 down to 16 inches. 

$550,000 

Leiper’s Fork Off-Grid Horse Farm 

27.45± Acres in Williamson County, Tennessee 

A horse farm seven miles south of the charming village of Leiper’s Fork has 

everything you need. The farm has a custom home with over 7,700 square feet, 

great metal drive in garage/workshop barn and a six-stall horse barn. Level land 

at the front has several paddocks that connect to the barn and the remaining 

property is mature hardwoods with trails up to an additional home site. A great 

creek cascades over waterfalls and meanders through the back of the property. 

The home and workshop are set up with solar panels and wind turbines which can 

be activated with the flip of a switch transferring power away from the electric 

service. More features include gated/paved driveway, huge deck, movie room, safe 

room, wet bar, huge laundry room and a luxury chicken coop. 

$1,495,000 

Travis Robeson, Broker (615) 263-4800 | TWRobeson@gmail.com 

5200 Maryland Way, Brentwood, Tennessee 37027 | View All Properties: LandsofAmerica.com/member/228033

COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS | MANAGEMENT | BROKERAGE | DEVELOPMENT | LAND 

Suwannee River Ag Land 

241± ACRES 

HAMILTON COUNTY, FLORIDA 

PROPERTY ID: 2950037 

Gorgeous property with pine, oaks and other 

natural habitats. Deer, turkey and other Florida 

wildlife species call this property home. Includes 

1.25± miles of frontage on the Suwannee River, 

a major river in southern Georgia and northern 

Florida that is a total of 266± miles long. 

$795,000 or $3,300 per acre 

Deep Creek Ranch 

566± ACRES 

VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA 


One of the best properties in Florida based on 

quality, character and aesthetics. 1.36 miles of 

lake frontage on two spring-fed, sand bottom 

lakes. 96 percent uplands. Hunting and fishing 

galore. Barns, office, cattle pens, improved 

pasture, pine stands, oak hammocks. Four lots 

still available in Winona Tract 

REDUCED: $3,950,000 or $6,978 per acre 

Bull Creek Ranch 

1,129± ACRES OR 524.5± ACRES 

OSCEOLA COUNTY, FLORIDA 


Enjoy waterfront, recreation and old Florida 

scenery. Cattle grazing land with two miles of 

creek frontage on Bull Creek and Tracy Branch. 

Rare land in Osceola’s ranching/citrus ag. 

belt. Recent remodeling has left this a turnkey 

ranching/cattle operation. 15 minutes to US 

192, one hour to Orlando. 

REDUCED: $4,906,157 or $4,344 per acre 

Cypress Lake Plantation 

494± ACRES 

VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA 


Water and wildlife, a great combination. Farmers, 

ranchers, outdoorsmen take notice. Managed with 

strict emphasis on conservation and stewardship, 

resulting in healthy ecosystems and wildlife 

populations (deer, turkey). Certified tree farm with 

long-leaf pines, flatwoods, cypress ecosystems, 

scrub and live oak hammocks. Superb fishing, 

swimming, boating on spring-fed, sand bottom 

lake. Two mobile homes, large barn. 

MAJOR PRICE REDUCTION—BRING OFFERS! 

$1,232,530 or $2,495 per acre 

Residential Development Land 

1,494± ACRES 

LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA 


Two parcels with a yield potential of 1,140 to 

1,340 total residential units. Land has been 

annexed into the City of Mascotte. Parcel 1: 

412 acres, ideal for mixed-use. Parcel 2: 1,082 

acres, rural residential with one unit per acre 

(900–1,000 units for the property). 

$8,219,000 or $5,501 per acre for both 

Parcel 1: $2,265,000; Parcel 2: $5,954,000 

Headwaters Ranch 

180± ACRES 

LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA 


Easy access to Orlando, Sanford and east coast 

beaches. Ranching, ag. opportunities, hunting 

and fishing opportunities galore. Small lake and 

mobile homes. Borders thousands of acres of 

government-owned lands. 

$810,000 or $4,500 per acre 

MAURY L. CARTER & ASSOCIATES, INC. 

has sold over 200,000 acres of land and has closed over $1 billion in transactions over the past 35+ years. Since 

January 1, 2012, we’ve sold over 32,800± acres and closed over $292.7 million in transactions (over 16,300± acres 

and $126,985,000 in 2016). Our core competencies include brokerage, land investments and land management. 

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BAY VIEW RANCH – SONOMA WINE COUNTRY 

199.5± ACRES IN SONOMA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA | PROPERTY ID: 2504589 

Spectacular Views • Vineyard Potential • Springs • $5,500,000 

PREMIER CALIFORNIA RANCHES 

California is home to some of the most spectacular 

ranch and recreational properties in the West and we 

know the landscape well. 

From the Sierra Nevada to the Pacific Coast, The 

Chickering Company has spent over 35 years 

brokering California ranches, mountain hideaways, 

coastal retreats, fishing and hunting lodges, and 

more. In addition, we locate and evaluate properties 

throughout the West. 

Our clients count on our specialized knowledge, 

experience and discretion to guide them to 

exceptional properties and represent their interests 

in real estate transactions. 

WEST YOSEMITE RANCH 

900± ACRES IN MARIPOSA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA | PROPERTY ID: 2765138 

Cabin, Views, Springs, Forest • Recreation Paradise • $2,000,000 

Visit All Our California Ranches at 

www.chickeringco.com/lands 

(530) 265-5774 • ranches@chickeringco.com 


RIVER FRONT ESTATE – SIERRA NEVADA FOOTHILLS 

41± ACRES IN EL DORADO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA | PROPERTY ID: 3639430 

Italian-Style Villa • 1,000 feet of Consumnes River • Vineyard • $2,700,000 

PRIVATE ALPINE LAKE ESTATE 

210± ACRES IN NEVADA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA | PROPERTY ID: 3530529 

Near Tahoe/Truckee • Five-Bedroom Lodge • Endless Recreation • $4,900,000 


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www.LandInvesTex.com | Jim Fuchs, Broker 

(210) 901-1000 | info@landinvestex.com 

123 Sisterdale 

River Ranch 

$5,998,000 

Texas Hill Country 

Guadalupe River Ranch 

with great entertainment 

home and extras in the 

fast growing area north of 

San Antonio. 

123± Acres 

Kendall County, Texas 


Elliott Ranch 

$4,878,780 

Premium development 

property or estate home 

site just north of Houston. 

Minutes to Lake Conroe and 

Woodlands shopping and 

dining, and the new Exxon 

headquarters. 

147± Acres 

Montgomery County, Texas 


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www.DonaldHillisRealty.com • 1 (800) 305–8809 

OVER 1,700± ACRES 

10,000,000 BOARD FEET 

WARREN COUNTY, TENNESSEE 

● TIMBER WILL BE OFFERED 

SEPARATE 

● LAND WILL BE OFFERED 

SEPARATE 

SELLING AT 

PUBLIC 

AUCTION 

BEAUTIFUL MIDDLE TENNESSEE 

BEN LOMAND MOUNTAIN 

SELLING LATE MAY OR JUNE 2017 

PRE-AUCTION OFFERS ENCOURAGED 

● THEN TIMBER AND LAND WILL 

BE OFFERED AS A WHOLE 

WITH A RAISED BID 

● TIMBER CRUISE 

REPORT AVAILABLE 

● SURVEY AVAILABLE 

● DUE DILIGENCE 

PACKAGE AVAILABLE 

● TERMS AND CONDITIONS 

AVAILABLE 

● 10% BUYER'S PREMIUM 

WILL BE ADDED 

● 1% BROKER PARTICIPATION 

OFFERED TO LICENSED 

REAL ESTATE BROKER 

● AUCTIONZIP.COM 

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101 Morrison Street, McMinnville, Tennessee 37110

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Why 

Use anA 

ccredited Land 

Consultant? 

WRITTEN BY JESSA FRIEDRICH, MBA 

COURTESY OF THE REALTORS LAND INSTITUTE 

When it comes time to buy or sell a property, having the 

best in the business representation is invaluable. Using 

an Accredited Land Consultant guarantees clients that they are 

represented by the most knowledgeable, experienced, wellconnected, 

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broker or agent who has completed a rigorous Land University 

(LANDU) Education Program through the REALTORS® Land 

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In addition, all ALCs have met a high level of experience and 

transaction volume requirements ensuring their expertise 

when it comes to conducting and closing real estate deals. 

On top of having a proven and unparalleled level of expertise 

and experience, ALCs are required to adhere to the ALC Code 

of Conduct, which assures high ethical standards, in order to 

maintain their elite status as an ALC and ensure their clients 

best interest take priority. 

Expertise 

ALCs understand the value of being the expert on all matters 

pertaining to a client’s transaction. Land transactions, in 

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are met. From understanding the various legal aspects of a 

transaction to applying knowledge of soil types, investment 

analysis, timberland valuation, recreational or agricultural 

land management, and more, ALCs are certified to have the 

expertise needed to represent their clients. 

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As the old saying goes, “there is no teacher like experience.” 

Which is why to become an ALC, applicants must submit a 

resume that demonstrates a minimum of two years of experience 

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experience in at least five closed land transactions totaling 

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One key to success that many clients overlook is having a 

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Accredited Land Consultants are honorable land professionals 

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responsibility to conduct themselves with high morals following 

the ALC Code of Conduct and the Code of Ethics of the National 

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1. Protect and promote the best interest of clients 

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3. Avoid exaggeration and misrepresentation of relevant facts 

4. Treat all with honesty and respect 

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6. Enhance the integrity and professionalism of the industry 

7. Cooperate with fellow real estate professionals 

8. Follow local, state, and national laws regarding disclosure 

9. Will not condone or participate in discriminatory practices 

10. Support, understand, and champion RLI policies 

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REALTORS ® 

LAND 

INSTITUTE 

Colorado RLI Chapter 

It’s quite obvious from the big deals already closed 

in Colorado just in the first few months of this year, 

that this will certainly be one of the best years ever 

for sales in the ranch and recreational real estate 

market. Whether it’s the fact that we have a new 

party in the political office, or just the fact that the 

election season is officially behind us, I’ve noticed 

several buyers pulling the trigger on large acreage 

purchases, that were all sitting on the fence this 

same time last year. From family retreats, to large 

hunting operations, to vacation homes that offer 

fabulous fly fishing, the level of activity this year 

compared to last year has been quite astonishing 

for buyers with discretionary money to spend in 

the Rocky Mountains. 

With the level of snowpack that we have across 

the state, irrigation season promises to be 

phenomenal across the Rocky Mountains. Not 

only will the snowpack benefit the farmers and 

ranchers, but it will also benefit local economies. 

Rafting companies will likely see record numbers 

this year, tourists will enjoy thrills and sensations 

of July white-water as if it were June, and hotels 

and micro-breweries will do all they can to keep 

up and make room for the demand that the tourists 

will bring. I’m quite confident the ripple effect 

and trickle down we’ll see from the effects of this 

year’s snowfall will continue to keep our regional 

real estate markets very strong. 

In an effort to always increase their knowledge and 

education to better serve their clients, several of 

our chapter members will be gathering together 

in Breckenridge in May for our Spring Marketing 

and Education Sessions. Topics of conversation 

will include market trends by geographic regions, 

market trends by price, and the presenting of 

some of the best properties currently on the 

market by our members. The education class on 

Wildfire Mitigation and Consumer Awareness will 

give our members material to serve their clients 

in ways that the typical residential real estate 

agents can’t. 

With the uptick in the market, it is very important 

to make sure that no matter what side of the 

transaction you’re on, you’re properly educated 

on the market trends that are specific to the region 

you’re buying and selling in. If you’re a seller 

that is looking to sell your property in Colorado, 

or a buyer that is wanting to make sure you are 

properly educated on all the current available 

inventory, I highly recommend that you get in 

touch with one of our Colorado RLI members. I 

guarantee you will not be disappointed with the 

level of service they’ll provide you throughout 

your real estate transaction. 

Justin Osborn, REALTOR® 

The Wells Group 

(970) 946–3935 

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2017 Chapter Meetings 

& Other Important Dates: 

May 4 & 5 

Marketing & Education Session, Beaver Run Resort, Breckenridge, Colorado 

June 4 to June 12 

LANDU Week, Kansas City, Kansas 

June 8 & 9 

CORLI & Open Fences Ranch & Land Tour, Location TBD 

July 20 & 21 

CO/KS/NE Joint Agricultural Meeting, Location in Colorado TBD 

September 7 & 8 

Marketing & Education Session, Courtyard by Marriott, Grand Junction, Colorado 


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CRYSTAL SPRINGS RANCH 

290± ACRES IN WASHINGTON COUNTY / ARKANSAS 

PROPERTY ID: 3469933 / $3,900,000 

In a new century of less, Crystal Springs Ranch is a treasure of more; fresh water 

from clear springs, two lakes and Blair Creek runs through the ranch. Abundant 

water provides ample opportunities for land use. The property features 6,000 

feet of white, two-inch perimeter pipe-fencing. Find refuge in this unpretentious 

and deceptively sumptuous home of artistic design with masterful proportions. 

The interior spaces feature stone, walnut, oak and hickory that evoke the 

essence of the finest family estate winery or cattle baron ranch with inviting 

Ozark informality and quality. The home features 4,660 square feet of interior 

living spaces with 10 spacious rooms, four bedrooms, three full baths, three half 

baths, a custom office, a game room, a craft room and an elevator. Outdoors is 

a covered patio, second kitchen and a swimming pool. 

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SELLING TENNESSEE ONE ACRE AT A TIME 

www.TimThompsonPremierRealtors.com 

148 5th Avenue North, Franklin, Tennessee 37064 | (615) 790-8884 


Beautiful Cade Farm 


Property ID: 3535863 | Price: $3,500,000 

Custom 4,200-square-foot home with spectacular views, spring-fed lake, stream, 

40’x60’ concrete-floored Morton barn, three-bedroom guest house, great 

location and park-like setting. Contact Chuck Simpson, (615) 973-9986. 

Outdoorsman’s Paradise 

1,735± Acres in Hickman County, Tennessee 


Outstanding hunting and fishing property with main lodge, farm house, seven 

cabins, multiple barns and outbuildings, deer stands, ponds, springs and lots of 

road frontage. Contact Tim Thompson, (615) 207-3295. 

Excellent Building Site 

76.4± Acres in DeKalb County, Tennessee 

Property ID: 3510157 | Price: $375,000 

Beautiful Center Hill Lake acreage with all infrastructure in and ready to build on. 

Private, gorgeous farm overlooking main lake with rolling terrain, pasture and 

nice hardwoods. Contact Chuck Simpson, (615) 973-9986. 

Endless Possibilities 


Property ID: 3475399 | Price $1,942,500 

Both scenic and peaceful with the potential for multiple building sites or to have 

one spectacular dream estate with pastures, stream, privacy and convenient 

location. Contact Tim Thompson, (615) 207-3295. 

SOLD 

Fabulous Location and Setting 

171± Acres in Williamson County, Tennessee 


Scenic fenced property with tremendous development potential or keep as one 

spectacular estate. 3,500± feet of road frontage, barn, ponds, pasture and 

amazing views. Contract Tim or Brent Thompson, (615) 207-3305. 

Gorgeous Tennessee Countryside 



Rare, picturesque 133-acre property with year-round creek flowing through 

it, barn, pastures, pond, mature trees and superb location. Outstanding 

opportunity! Contact Tim Thompson, (615) 207-3295. 


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Find the Property of your Dreams! 

SITTING BULL RANCH 

3,253± ACRES IN YELLOWSTONE COUNTY, MONTANA 

In central Montana awaits Sitting Bull Ranch, a world-class, executive recreation 

retreat. The property boasts outstanding agricultural land, world-class hunting 

and well-appointed accommodations. 

Land includes 3,253± acres deeded and 640± acres of state leased land, 1,800± 

deeded acres of farm land, 5,760± acres of a hunting lease, 500± acres of a licensed 

hunting preserve for birds. 

Improvements include a 6,600-square-foot main lodge with two master suites and 

four additional guest rooms. The main lounge consists of a large kitchen, a custom 

design bar, “The Last Stand Saloon” dining area and living room. The “Boone and 

Crockett Club” with custom bar, poker table, indoor waterfall with spectacular 

wildlife scene. 

A modern bunkhouse with two separate bedrooms, private bathroom and kitchen. 

Four chalets. A recently completed 3,400-square-foot guest center with large 

kitchen, dining facilities, comfort station and entertainment area. Numerous 

recreation facilities such as fire pit, shooting range, golf course with cement tee 

boxes, and a motocross course to name a few. 

Four cabins for hunting spread across the ranch for overnight stays. Strategically 

placed hunting blinds overlook areas with water, known travel routes for big game 

and transition zones between food and cover. These blinds can also be used as 

emergency shelters. A 40×60 square-foot heated and insulated shop, complete 

with office and an insulated walk-in cooler for wildlife game processing. 

Other improvements include an over-sized four stall garage, heated and insulated. 

A separate mechanical/electric room pre-wired for a generator, solar, wind 

generating system designed to power the main lodge. One RV site with concrete 

pad, water and power. This is a turnkey property with fully furnished lodge and 

guest accommodations and all of the equipment currently used to run the ranch. 

Property ID: 3134577 $5,000,000 

(406) 652-1151 | www.UBarS.net | view all properties: LandsofAmerica.com/member/34110 

Jon 178 M. Ussin, Broker jon@ubars.net | Carlos A. Davey, Broker cadavey@ubars.net | Dave Route, Agent dave@ubars.net

BAUDAT PROPERTIES 

HISTORIC WOMACK ESTATE 

260± ACRES IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS | PROPERTY ID: 3618328 

This beautiful unspoiled property has been in the same family for over 170 years. It features rolling terrain, a perfect blend of pasture and native timber, 

spring-fed creeks, a stock tank and an abundance of wildlife. This tranquil piece of “The Lone Star State” is located minutes from Houston, Conroe and 

the Woodlands, and would make an exceptional private ranch, corporate retreat, or an ideal wildlife sanctuary. 

ARNSWORTH 

PARCEL 

32± ACRES IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS 


Gorgeous unrestricted 32.771 acres only two miles from downtown 

Montgomery, Texas. Close to shopping, restaurants, schools, and 

historic downtown Montgomery. Fenced and cross-fenced property. 

Great investment and ideal for development! Perfect for your dream 

house! $659,000 

N E W WAV E R LY 

RANCH 

242 ± ACRES IN WALKER COUNTY, TEXAS 


Peace and serenity of country living while only minutes to town. 

Incredible view of rolling hills, four-acre lake, hay field. $2,300,000. 

Adjacent 249± acres also available for $1,900,000. 

PHYLLIS BAUDAT | WWW.BAUDATPROPERTIES.COM | PHYLLIS.BAUDAT@GARYGREENE.COM | (936) 443-3938 

14602 FM 1097, WILLIS, TEXAS 77318 | VIEW ALL PROPERTIES: LANDSOFAMERICA.COM/MEMBER/71711 


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844-WYO-LAND 

BEAVER CREEK RANCH 

2,187± ACRES IN SHERIDAN COUNTY, WYOMING • $26,500,000 

Beaver Creek Ranch is an improbable oasis tucked in an exceptionally private 

valley in the lovely foothills of the Big Horn Mountains. This sporting ranch is 

the best of lifestyle, agriculture, wildlife and conservation; a perfect blend of 

sophistication, practicality and quality of life. Property ID: 1078372 

WILLIAMS RANCH 


The Williams Ranch is a perfect low-overhead grass ranch near Clearmont, 

Wyoming. With multiple pastures and a stock water pipeline system, it offers 

ease of management for livestock grazing and a recreation amenity from deer, 

antelope and upland bird hunting. Property ID: 3519864 

BRINKERHOFF RANCH 


Investment-grade working ranch offering 600 AU carrying capacity, a 500- 

head feeding facility, excellent water rights with tremendous production, 

outstanding deer and elk hunting, plus pheasant and upland bird hunting. It’s 

all in one block with minimal leased land. Property ID: 3282187 

BECKTON HALL RANCH 

320± ACRES IN SHERIDAN COUNTY, WYOMING • $5,250,000 

With an exquisite custom home blended into the landscape offering 

breathtaking views of the Big Horn Mountains from living spaces inside and 

out, Beckton Hall Ranch is a rare sporting ranch that’s just the right size to 

enjoy the tranquility and quality of life in pure privacy. Property ID: 3755062 

BAKER CREEK RANCH 

295± ACRES IN SHERIDAN COUNTY, WYOMING • $4,300,000 

Bring your fly rod and your horses and thoroughly enjoy this amazing sporting 

ranch with the awesome backdrop of the Big Horn Mountains. Amenities 

include a beautiful home, fishing cabin, indoor arena, productive meadows 

and outstanding blue-ribbon fly fishing. Property ID: 3357567 

RED PRONG RANCH 

11,118± ACRES IN POWDER RIVER COUNTY, MONTANA • $3,999,500 

This outstanding 250–300 AU ranch offers outstanding livestock production 

and exceptional trophy mule deer and elk hunting, plus there’s good upland 

bird hunting as well. Appreciate where Frederick Remington found inspiration 

for some of his paintings. Property ID: 3285969 

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7J RANCH 

123± ACRES IN DELTA COUNTY / COLORADO / $1,595,000 

Beautiful working ranch with 360-degree mountain views in western Colorado’s famed North Fork Valley. The ranch borders BLM 

land and its private end-of-the-road location allows the lucky owner to feel miles from anywhere. The well-tended 42-acre field is 

planted in alfalfa and grass and irrigated by new center-pivot and big gun sprinklers. An exquisite western-style, four-bedroom, 

three-bath home is an entertainer’s dream with a chef’s kitchen, wraparound patios and sauna. The large modern barn with 

attached guest quarters and a heated studio building invite a multitude of possibilities. Contact Bob Lario. 

ELECTRIC MOUNTAIN LODGE 

10± ACRES IN DELTA COUNTY / COLORADO / $1,300,000 

Unique mountain lodge bordering national forest on western Colorado’s Grand Mesa. Well-maintained improvements include a main 

lodge, game building, bunkhouse, five cabins and large shop building. Guest capacity is approximately 40–50. This extraordinary 

property was formerly operated as a year-round lodge and restaurant catering to snowmobilers and hunters, and recently as a 

Christian youth retreat. Contact Bert Sibley or Bob Lario. 

WWW.WESTERN-COLORADO-RANCH.COM 

BOB & LINDA LARIO (970) 527-7756 / BLARIO@TDS.NET 

BERT & MARY SIBLEY (970) 856-8800 / BERTSIBLEY@GMAIL.COM 

TOLL FREE (888) 374-7756 

225 GRAND AVENUE, PAONIA, COLORADO 81428 

EACH OFFICE IS INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED 

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golden sky ranch 

Remarkable opportunity to own a huge continuous parcel of land with multiple 

buildings. Features include: multiple homes, motel, campgrounds, swimming 

pool, offices, restaurants, meeting rooms, storage buildings, maintenance/ 

shop building, multiple barns, outbuildings, general/convenience store, outdoor 

arena, multiple round pens, some fencing and cross-fencing, pastures, wooded 

land, streams, springs, river with bluffs and caves, fruit trees and much more. 

Perfect for a vacation destination, corporate retreat, RV park, large ranch or 

farm, subdivide, builder/developer, camping or hunting land, church or retreat 

location, residential/commercial or any combination. So much space, so many 

options—the sky is truly the limit. 

3,844± ACRES | TEXAS COUNTY, MISSOURI | PROPERTY ID: 1620092 | $8,195,000 

Kathy Golden BROKER 

KATHYGOLDEN@GOLDENREALTYUS.COM 

GOLDENREALTYUS.COM | 314.327.2623 



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ONCE IN A LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY TO OWN 

80-ACRE RANCH WITH GORGEOUS LOG HOME & LOG GUEST HOUSE 

A WELL MAINTAINED, BEAUTIFULLY DESIGNED, PRIVATE COMPOUND 

• Open Floor Plan 

• Large Kitchen 

• Amazing Maser with 5-piece Ensuite 

• Great Room 

• Expansive Decking 

• Finished Walkout Basement 

• Inspiring 360-degree Views 

• 2 Wells 

• Manicured Landscape 

• Live Water 

• Fenced and Cross-fenced 

• 5+ Garage Stalls 

• Covered Storage 

• 30x40 Barn with Stalls, Tackroom, Office 

• PRICED TO SELL | $1,495,000 

Perfect for 

Horses/Livestock 

CALL CAROL GAMES TODAY FOR PRIVATE VIEWING 

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HOMES-CABINS-LAND-RANCHES 

Carol D. Games • Broker/Owner 

970-846-5368 or 719-539-1900 

CarolG@WesternMtn.com 

www.WesternMtn.com

www.CupperCreekLandCompany.com 

Julie Mansfield Smith, Broker/Owner 

41909 Cupper Creek Road, Kimberly, Oregon 97848 

(541) 934-2946 | CupperCreekLandCo@gmail.com 

Girds Creek Ranch 

79± Acres in Wheeler County, Oregon | $399,500 

Off-grid cattle/hay ranch with one mile of Girds Creek frontage. Property features 

very nice manufactured home and 62’x48’ barn with covered cattle working 

facility. 42 acres of water rights, two ponds and out-the-gate BLM permit on Sutton 

Mountain for grazing and recreation at its finest. Power lines pending. Terms OAC! 

Twickenham Retreat 

106± Acres in Wheeler County, Oregon | $795,000 

Pride of ownership is evident in this well-cared-for recreational haven along the 

banks of the legendary John Day River. This can be an executive think tank or 

private retreat with immaculate home and quaint guest cabin. Enjoy the stark 

beauty of this scenic vista that includes a shared private airstrip. Terms OAC! 

Photography by Sue Stovall | View All Properties: LandsofAmerica.com/member/16993 

417.62± acres in Klamath County, Oregon $2,400,000 


Property includes a 4,226-square-foot custom-built 

four-bedroom, four-bath home with garage 

and shops, covered front and back porches, 

pole barn, gun range, wood shed, 

pavilion entertainment area, 

zip line, venue support 

buildings, exterior 

bathrooms, dog 

kennel and 

cabin. 

Ryan Weider (541) 885-4400 (541) 891-4343 ryanweider@windermere.com www.legacypines.info 

519 Main Street Klamath Falls, Oregon, 97601 View All Properties: LandsofAmerica.com/member/438323 

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RANCHO 

AGUA 

GRANDE 

With the rich, abundant diversity 

of wildlife, it’s no wonder 

that Rancho Agua Grande is 

considered one of the nation’s 

premier hunting destinations. 

17,132 ± 

ACRES 

KINNEY & 

UVALDE 

COUNTIES, TEXAS 

OFFERED AT 

$100,000,000 

PROPERTY ID 

33074 52 

Howard W. Hood, Broker 

Howard@HoodRealEstateInc.com 

(830) 739-3815 Mobile 

HoodRealEstateInc.com 

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The 17,132-acre Rancho Agua Grande, 

located 25 miles northwest of Uvalde where 

South Texas, West Texas and the Hill Country 

meet, is one of largest live water ranches for 

sale in Texas. Year-round Live Oak Creek, 

fed by more than 30 springs, bisects the 

ranch from north to south for about seven 

miles. The line between Uvalde and Kinney 

counties is on a similar north-south axis. 

The shady pecan bottom along the creek 

stands in contrast to the rugged hills 

and deep canyons that characterize the 

transitional landscape. The ranch is home to 

Boiling Mountain, the highest peak in Uvalde 

County, and Salmon Peak, the highest point 

in Kinney County. Because three ecoregions 

converge on the Rancho Agua Grande, the 

vegetation is diverse ranging from pinon 

pines to live oaks and mesquites, huisache, 

guajillo and black brush. It’s a feast for 

human eyes and a natural buffet for wildlife. 

Live Oak Creek is a calling card for the 

ranch’s native and exotic wildlife. They 

gather to drink and loaf under the trees 

making it easy to view some of the more 

than 40 species of game from around the 

globe that roam the property. It’s possible 

to see kangaroos, camels, zebras, gemsbok, 

sable, water buffalo, white bison, Iranian red 

sheep, scimitar-horned oryx and water bucks 

just to name a few in a single afternoon. 

Whitetails, turkey, dove and a limited 

population of quail are native to the ranch. 

More than 50 miles of high-fence encircle 

the perimeter keeping the desirable 

managed wildlife inside and the freeranging 

game out. With the rich, abundant 

diversity of wildlife, it’s no wonder that 

Rancho Agua Grande is considered one of 

the nations premier hunting destinations. 

To see the unique splendor and unlimited 

potential of the Rancho Agua Grande for 

yourself, contact Howard W. Hood at 

(830) 739-3815. The ranch is available for 

$100 million. 


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RANCHO 

ESTRELLA 

With its combination of rugged 

South Texas brush and grassland 

savannahs, the Rancho Estrella, 

located 42 miles southwest 

of Hebbronville, is like two 

ranches in one. Encompassing 

approximately 8,050± acres in 

Jim Hogg and Starr counties, the 

ranch provides incredible hunting 

and superlative privacy for its 

owners and their guests. 

8,050± 

ACRES 

JIM HOGG 

& STARR 

COUNTIES, TEXAS 

OFFERED AT 

$30,000,000 

PROPERTY ID 

3061902 



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The Rancho Estrella is divided into four 

pastures: the Brush Pasture, the Front 

Safari Pasture, the Back Safari Pasture 

and the House Pasture. The exterior 

and interior fences are high to facilitate 

wildlife management. Miles of allweather 

and quick-drying ranch roads 

provide easy access. 

Managed for wildlife for almost three 

decades, the Rancho Estrella is home to 

white-tailed deer, bobwhite and scaled 

quail, Rio Grande turkeys, javelina, 

dove and feral hogs. While quail hunting 

occurs regularly on the ranch, the native 

population has been supplemented with 

pen-raised birds to keep the numbers stable. 

In addition to healthy populations of native 

game, the ranch has a full complement of 

desirable exotics: sable antelope, scimitarhorned 

oryx, axis and zebras. 

The well-managed brush country habitat 

is supplemented with protein feeders as 

well as winter and summer food plots. The 

ranch has 24 protein feeders ranging in 

capacity from 1,000–2,500 pounds as well 

as 18 quail feeders. To facilitate hunting, 

there are 30 Atascosa deer blinds and 30 

1,000-pound corn feeders strategically 

located throughout. 

In addition to wildlife, the ranch is wellsuited 

for cattle. The new owners can 

choose to run their own herds or lease out 

the grazing for an additional income stream. 

There are two sets of cattle pens: one on 

the Brush Pasture and a newly constructed 

set that can be accessed from the remaining 

three pastures. 

Water for wildlife and livestock are plentiful. 

The Rancho Estrella has nine water wells; 

two of which are run on solar pumps and 

the remainder on electric submersible 

pumps. There are also four stock tanks, three 

of which are supplemented by water from 

the wells. The other relies on rainwater. Plus, 

there are more than 30 wildlife waterers 

scattered throughout the property. 

Rancho Estrella is designed to entertain 

large numbers of family, friends, colleagues 

or clients, providing opportunities for both 

camaraderie and privacy. The scope and 

scale of the facilities can handle special 

events. For instance, the focal point of one of 

the dining rooms is a 24-foot mesquite table. 

There are two separate compounds to 

house guests, one in the Brush Pasture and 

one in the House Pasture. At each location, 

there is a combination of a main lodge as 

well as apartments and casitas. The smaller 

quarters offer partial kitchens and private 

baths. The Brush Pasture Compound, which 

reflects the style and tradition of South 

Texas, also has a swimming pool and a 

series of common areas designed to bring 

people together. There is a master plan in 

place outlining potential expansion of the 

House Pasture. 

The owner’s home is located at the Brush 

Pasture compound. It is a four-bedroom, 

four-bath house with half baths attached 

to the kitchen and family room. While it 

is central to the compound’s design, the 

owner’s home includes a separate wing 

where the family can gather privately. 

There are two modular homes for staff. 

The ranch’s infrastructure is also designed 

to support ranch work and entertaining. 

For instance, there is a 10’x25’ walk-in 

cooler for storing game and kennels for 

housing the ranch’s bird dogs. Guests can 

enjoy shooting skeet from both a high and 

low-house. A watch tower near the owners’ 

home provides a view of Mexico’s Sierra 

Madre Mountains. 

The ranch has been both a hunting 

destination and a corporate retreat. If the 

new owner chooses, Rancho Estrella could 

easily be transformed into a commercial 

hunting operation. 

Brush country. Grassland savannahs. 

Camaraderie. Privacy. Rancho Estrella 

provides an opportunity for the best of 

all worlds. 

To schedule a private showing and make 

Rancho Estrella part of your world, call 

Howard W. Hood at (830) 739-3815. 


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DOUBLE B 

RANCH & 

RESORT 

The 560± acre Double B Ranch 

and Resort, located just 20 

minutes from Fredericksburg and 

15 minutes from Kerrville, is the 

best-priced live water property 

available in Gillespie County. 

560± 

ACRES 

GILLESPIE 

COUNTY, TEXAS 

OFFERED AT 

$5,950,000 

PROPERTY ID 

3222962 



(830) 739-3815 Mobile 




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Three year-round, spring-fed, live water 

creeks—Nott Branch, Klein Branch and Two 

Mary’s Creek—criss-cross the classic Hill 

Country landscape 

The Double B currently hosts commercial 

hunts for native, exotic and super African 

exotics, and special events including 

weddings and corporate retreats. Its 

potential as an entrepreneurial venture or a 

highly appointed private retreat is unlimited. 

The rustically elegant 10,000-squarefoot 

lodge can sleep up to 45 guests and 

easily accommodate buffet-style banquet 

dining. The lodge features two offices, a 

commercial-grade kitchen, a commercialcapacity 

laundry and loading dock. 

Beaux Hickey’s, a 5,600-square-foot 

rectangular open air pavilion with two 

kitchens, is a special events destination 

accommodating up to 250 guests. 

In addition to the three year-round, springfed 

creeks, the Double B has five water wells 

located throughout the ranch including a 

deep water well. 

The three-story main house offers 6,000 

square feet of living space. The ranch 

house is a three-bedroom, two-bath with 

expansive porches that is currently used for 

guest lodging. 

Three cabins, ranging in size and style from 

a one-bedroom efficiency to a two-bedroom 

with a full kitchen and living room, provide 

additional accommodations. 

The ranch entrance conveniently fronts a 

paved county road, which makes coming and 

going easy. Paved, caliche and gravel roads 

provide access throughout. The front 155± 

acres are low-fenced, while the remaining 

400± acres is high-fenced. 

Ranch infrastructure includes a 12-stall 

horse barn with an office and an adjoining 

arena; a heavy equipment barn; a three-bay 

shop with a lift; and a large pole barn for 

equipment storage. 

To explore the opportunities Double B Ranch 

and Resort offers, contact Howard W. Hood 

at (830) 739-3815. The property is available 

for $5.95 million. 


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FLOWING 

RIVER 

RANCH 

The Flowing River Ranch, located 

about 10 minutes south of 

Hunt in Kerr County, offers the 

exceedingly rare opportunity 

to purchase 108± acres of 

undeveloped land on the south 

fork of the Guadalupe River. 

108± 

ACRES 

KERR 

COUNTY, TEXAS 

OFFERED AT 

$4,750,000 

PROPERTY ID 

3222929 



(830) 739-3815 Mobile 




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The south fork is known for its high water 

quality as well as the surrounding scenery. 

The crystalline river, arguably Texans’ favorite, 

courses through the ranch for about 1,200 

feet. The property fronts Highway 39 making 

access easy. 

Imagine whiling away long summer afternoons 

on the banks of the Guadalupe, indulging in 

cooling dips, relaxing picnics and naps in the 

shade. The only other people present are those 

you invite. 

The ranch, with gently rolling terrain shaded 

by mature post oaks and live oaks, is a 

beautiful blank canvas. Because there are no 

buildings on the property, the new owners will 

have the complete freedom create a personal 

masterpiece, be it a private recreational 

getaway or a corporate retreat. A discerning 

eye will spot the locations that lend themselves 

to be prime building sites. 

The combination of native vegetation and 

plentiful water attracts wildlife. The region is 

home to white-tailed deer and turkey as well 

as roaming exotics such as axis, sika and 

fallow deer. 

To experience the rare opportunity that is the 

Flowing River Ranch, contact. Howard W. 

Hood at (830) 739-3815. The property is 

available for $4.75 million. 


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ROCKING 

W RANCH 

Rocking W Ranch, located 

between Kerrville and Comfort, 

offers the best of Hill Country 

living on the perfect scale. At 

84.09± acres, the ranch has room 

to roam, but is easily manageable. 

84.09± 

ACRES 

KERR 

COUNTY, TEXAS 

OFFERED AT 

$2,200,000 

PROPERTY ID 

3223562 



(830) 739-3815 Mobile 




Spring-fed Bluff Creek transects the Rocking 

W from north to south. In addition, the 

Rocking W has a commercial water well 

permitted for pumping up to five million 

gallons annually. 

The landscape is traditional Hill Country with 

rolling hills, shallow valleys and ancient live 

oaks. The range is primarily native grasses, 

although there is a 20± acre patch of coastal 

Bermuda. The brush has been deliberately 

sculpted to maintain the property’s wildlife 

valuation. The low-fenced property is home to 

white-tailed deer, axis deer and turkeys. All 

of the property’s gates are electric, and the 

roads are either concrete or blacktop. 

The ranch’s main house is 4,050± square 

feet of custom comfort with two or three 

bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths. An 

open floor plan and exquisite touches such 

as black walnut cabinetry, travertine tile and 

hardwood floors create a sense of elegance. 

An expansive deck overlooks the pool, its 

burbling waterfall and a 1,000± square-foot 

pool house. 

The nearby 2,400± square-foot, twobedroom, 

three-bath “barn house,” complete 

with a kitchen and a laundry, provides 

superlative guest lodging. 

Ranch infrastructure includes: a 40’x60’ 

equipment barn; a 20’x75’ concrete pad with 

a barn awning that is currently used for RV 

storage, but could be easily enclosed to make 

another barn; a 10’x60’ mobile home pad; a 

12’x20’ utility barn with three attached horse 

stalls and a 40’x50’ livestock pen. There is 

also a set of covered livestock holding pens 

and a set of livestock working pens. 

To explore the easily manageable lifestyle 

offered by the Rocker W contact Howard W. 

Hood at (830) 739-3815. The property is 

available for $2.2 million. 

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ROCKIN’ L 

RANCH 

The 312-acre, high-fenced 

Rockin’ L Ranch, located 13 miles 

west of Brackettville, is perfect for 

a family hunting retreat, full-time 

residence or a commercial hunting 

operation. The rolling, mixed 

brush land is transected by Big 

Perdido Creek. 

312± 

ACRES 

KINNEY 

COUNTY, TEXAS 

OFFERED AT 

$1,200,000 

PROPERTY ID 

3570245 

The 312-acre, high-fenced Rockin’ L Ranch, 

located 13 miles west of Brackettville, is 

perfect for a family hunting retreat, full-time 

residence or a commercial hunting operation. 

The rolling, mixed brush land is transected by 

Big Perdido Creek. Every major improvement 

is less than a year old. 

The Rockin’ L has an MLDP Level II permit 

and can qualify for an MLDP III permit in 

2017. The ranch has been managed primarily 

for white-tailed deer and has TC1 rating. 

The ranch has four, three-quarter-acre deer 

breeding pens that are fully outfitted with 

water, feed troughs, 12’x20’ shade covers 

and double-gated runways. All breeder deer 

and wildlife-related equipment, including 

feeders and blinds, transfer with the sale. 

The ranch is also home to axis, turkey, dove, 

quail, ducks and assorted varmints. The large 

tank is stocked with bass, bream and perch. 

The lodging compound contains three metalroofed, 

red cedar log cabins with expansive 

porches. The interiors are finished in red 

cedar and white pine. A barbecue area, fire 

pit and parking are nearby. 

The one-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath 

main cabin is 1,500 square feet of open 

concept design featuring a gourmet kitchen. 

The 900-square-foot, two-bedroom guest 

cabins have private vanities in each bedroom 

and provide access to a shared bathroom. 

Cabins’ furnishings are negotiable. 

The 30’x40’ concrete block barn includes a 

large capacity walk-in cooler. A water well 

supplies all residential and ranch needs. 

To embrace Rockin’ L Ranch’s “wild 

life,” contact Howard W. Hood at 

(830) 739-3815. The ranch is available 

for $1.2 million. 



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336 

RANCH 

The 336 Ranch, located 28 

miles northwest of Kerrville in 

Kerr County, provides easy 

access, complete privacy and the 

opportunity to create a ranch to 

your own exacting specifications. 

336± 

ACRES 

KERR 

COUNTY, TEXAS 

OFFERED AT 

$1,107,120 

PROPERTY ID 

3578680 



(830) 739-3815 Mobile 




The 336 Ranch, located 28 miles northwest of 

Kerrville in Kerr County, provides easy access, 

complete privacy and the opportunity to create 

a ranch to your own exacting specifications. 

The 336-acre property, which is just three 

miles from the convenience of I-10, showcases 

a variety of Hill Country terrain. 

Within its fence lines, you will find bottom 

land along the seasonal creek as well as 

rolling hills and slightly higher elevations with 

three-mile views that are ideally suited as 

home sites. The primary ranch road is caliche. 

With wildlife management in mind, 95 

percent of the ashe juniper has been removed. 

To augment the native range, the owners 

supplement with alfalfa, protein and corn. 

Three bulk protein feeders, six corn feeders and 

all hunting blinds transfer with the property. 

The ranch is home to native whitetails and 

wild turkey as well as a host of exotics 

including axis deer, fallow deer, sika deer, 

black buck antelope and a small herd of 

purebred mouflon sheep. The top-of-theline 

Tightlock® fence, which gives game 

managers complete control of ingress and 

egress, is less than five years old. 

Ranch infrastructure includes two 12’x24’ 

wooden buildings suitable for storage 

or conversion to camp houses. The property 

has electricity and water from a deep, 

productive well. 

To claim the potential of the 336 Ranch 

for yourself, contact Howard W. Hood at 


$3,295 per acre. 

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V&K 

RANCH 

The V&K Ranch, located just minutes 

from Kerrville, is an ideal place to 

call home. With two entrances off 

Freedom Trail Road, the 99.38-acre 

property is easily accessible and 

the right size to enjoy. 

99.38± 

ACRES 

KERR 

COUNTY, TEXAS 

OFFERED AT 

$1,695,000 

PROPERTY ID 

3072601 

The high-fenced ranch, which features classic 

Hill Country topography and beauty, is 

divided into two 50± acre pastures. The land 

retains its natural character while providing 

a home to blackbuck antelope, elk, sika deer 

and whitetails. 

There are three wells on the property (one with 

a submersible pump, a second that is windmill 

powered, and a third, still cased in, taps into 

the Trinity Aquifer) as well as three handcrafted 

stone water troughs and a stock tank. 

The house is 3,274± square feet and features 

three bedrooms and three baths on a single 

floor. There is also a library/study, a 

reading room and an office that is tucked 

away for privacy. 

The home’s adobe construction, Saltillo tile, 

and light-filled rooms are reminiscent of 

Santa Fe. The spacious, gourmet kitchen, 

which opens into the living room, is a 

focal point for both family gatherings and 

entertaining. A large two-level deck 

opens off the living room bringing the 

outside indoors. 

The guest house features two bedrooms and 

two baths, a kitchen, dining room and a huge 

multi-purpose room that the current owners 

are using as a personal gym. 

The ranch also features two barns. The most 

recent addition is a horse barn with stalls 

and attached paddocks. The older barn is 

suitable for horses or hay storage. 

The V&K Ranch is ideal—and idyllic. 

To see the ideally located V&K Ranch 

for yourself contact Howard W. Hood at 


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EAST 

TOWN 

CREEK 

ESTATE 

On the outskirts of Kerrville, 

Texas, along the historic Western 

Cattle Trail to Dodge City, Kansas, 

and beyond is this 55± acre 

East Town Creek Estate. 

55± 

ACRES 

KERR 

COUNTY, TEXAS 

OFFERED AT 

$3,975,000 

PROPERTY ID 

1005917 



(830) 739-3815 Mobile 




The main residence overlooks a beautiful 

lake on Town Creek and is comprised of 

17,000 square feet. The estate is perfectly 

situated and configured for luxury living 

and lavish or relaxed Texas Hill Country 

entertainment. The estate accentuates indoor 

and outdoor living with a large 50’x30’ pool 

and spa, outdoor fireplaces, and fire pits for 

outside entertainment during the mild Hill 

Country nights. 

The estate is open and bright with two art 

galleries filled with western art, one leading 

to the master bedroom suite and the other 

connecting the main living areas to the game 

room and trophy room wing. The home features 

a large living room, library, dining room, den, 

sun room, and a large country kitchen with 

utility room. Six large fireplaces located in the 

main living areas and in the bedroom suites 

keep the estate warm and cheerful during 

chilly winter nights. Outside the den area is an 

outdoor fireplace situated on a covered porch 

overlooking the pool, which provides an ideal 

cocktail hour venue. 

There are four bedrooms, each with en suite 

baths, and a guest suite with a panoramic view 

of the main lake, horse paddocks, and hills. 

The master suite features a large two-story 

master bedroom with fireplace, two adjacent 

gyms, and his and her bathrooms. Upstairs 

from the master bedroom is a large main office, 

secondary office, loggia, map room, half bath, 

and coffee bar. A long covered porch off the 

office suite overlooks the pool and main lake. 

From the main den there is a wide art gallery 

hall leading to a 40’x27’ game room with 

fireplace overlooking the pool. Another 

wide gallery decorated with wildlife art and 

scenes of Africa leads to a 60’x40’ trophy 

room featuring a full kitchen and an adjoining 

antique bar room accented by a real antique 

bar and walls of antique long leaf pine. 

Upstairs from the bar is the palatial guest suite 

overlooking the lake, outside fire pit, and 

views beyond. 

If the estate home itself is not enough, consider 

that the lakes have been stocked for over 20 

years with a bountiful habitat of world-class 

Florida bass and large catfish. The estate 

grounds feature a thoroughbred horse barn, 

tack room, and office. Close by is a large shop, 

work areas, green house, and air conditioned 

storage room. There are many separately high 

fenced pens and alleys designed for the efficient 

handling of horses, exotic animals or whitetailed 

deer. Large high-fenced fields allow for 

the enjoyment of many exotic animals such as 

greater kudu, nyala, zebra, red deer, aoudad, 

axis, blackbuck, or any other beautiful creatures 

that the new owner chooses to enjoy. 

200

LAKE 

AMISTAD 

872.6± 

ACRES 

VAL VERDE 

COUNTY, TEXAS 

OFFERED AT 

$2,600,000 

Lake Amistad is rated the #1 bass lake in the United States. This property 

is versatile and unique for development potential, a corporate retreat, 

recreational camp, or just living the good life. 

PROPERTY ID 

951942 

MAYO 

RANCH 

69± 

ACRES 

KERR 

COUNTY, TEXAS 

OFFERED AT 

$2,200,000 

PROPERTY ID 

1187419 

The Mayo Ranch is nestled into the heart of the Texas Hill Country. 

Within its high-fenced borders, you can experience the full spectrum 

of Hill Country beauty. 

Howard W. Hood, Broker • Howard@HoodRealEstateInc.com • (830) 739-3815 Mobile 

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A COMMITMENT OF 

EXPERIENCE IN FARMS, 

RANCHES AND LAND 

www.DULLNIGRANCHES.com 

Robert Dullnig, Broker Associate 

(210) 213-9700 

DullnigRanches@gmail.com 


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SANTA MARGARITA RANCH 

Opportunity to own one of the finest hunting ranches located in the famed 

Texas ‘Golden Triangle’. This turnkey La Salle County ranch is truly unique. 

There is one± mile of both sides of the Nueces River, great whitetail and 

exotic hunting and immaculate improvements including an exceptional main 

home, lodge, foreman’s home and staff house. The ranch has been intensely 

managed over the past 14 years. The combination of some of the state’s best 

natural habitat and management expertise has resulted in a trophy whitetail 

deer herd. Property ID: 3541960. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700. 

2,703± ACRES IN LA SALLE COUNTY, TEXAS 


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CEDAR CREEK RANCH 

Incredibly beautiful, this magnificent ranch features a rare two-and-a-half± 

miles of crystal-clear Cedar Creek and impressive views from scenic oak 

and pecan tree-lined creek bottoms, to gentle valleys, to the mountain rims 

that lead up to the Balcones Escarpment. An abundance of native wildlife 

including whitetail deer, fallow, axis, aoudad, turkey, hogs, dove, quail and 

free-ranging elk and red deer among others. Rich historic influences are seen 

throughout with Indian sites and the original settlement structures worthy 

of restoration. Minutes from Highway 55, this ranch is both accessible and 

incredibly private and serene. Property ID: 3745406. 

Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700. 

6,378± ACRES IN EDWARDS COUNTY, TEXAS 


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LAGARTO VALLEY RANCH 

Owned and operated by the same family for 50-plus years, this beautiful 

rolling terrain offers great, low-fenced hunting. There are two water wells 

with seven± miles of underground piping to eight troughs and two ponds. 

Improvements include one set of cattle pens and scenic Coastal pastures 

sculpted into the 60 percent native diverse brush. Selectively cleared senderos 

offer opportunity to view whitetail deer, turkey, javelina, dove, quail and 

hogs. Minerals. Property ID: 2505595. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700. 

2,097± ACES IN LIVE OAK & JIM WELLS COUNTIES, TEXAS 

ARROYO BLANCO RANCH 

Diverse terrain supports abundant native wildlife with its habitat of diverse 

brush. The land has a mixture of rolling hills with long distance views, 

creek bottoms with large brush and sandy mott country great for quail 

hunting. Adequately watered for both wildlife and cattle with 17 troughs 

and nine tanks. Perimeter-fencing and two sets of working pens. Ready for 

improvements, municipal water and electricity in place. 

Property ID: 2936650. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700. 

MULA CREEK RANCH 

Opportunity to own a low-fence, free-range hunting ranch in truly wild and 

untamed country with incredible water present. Maverick County is renown 

for producing large free-range deer and abundant native wildlife. Mula Creek 

provides drainage through the ranch and feeds several tanks, providing 

potential for a large lake. Three water wells; one Carrizo well pumps 

200–300 GPM, plus there is a six-inch pipe that runs through the ranch. 


4,571± ACRES IN ZAPATA COUNTY, TEXAS 

2,181± ACRES IN MAVERICK COUNTY, TEXAS 



BRADEN FARM 

This is a highly productive irrigated farm in the desirable Wintergarden area, 

and has been owned and operated by the same family since the late 1800s. 

Under the high-fenced farm area are two Edwards irrigation wells that water 

four pivots. There is a main home, guest house, 2,400± square-foot metal 

barn, grain bins and pump house at the headquarters. 


CONOLY RANCH 

Here is a rare opportunity to own the South Texas brush country outside 

of the Eagle Ford Shale that has been owned and operated by the same 

family since 1906. Diverse brush has large oak trees present throughout 

and supports native whitetail deer, turkey, javelina, hogs, quail and dove. 


639± ACRES IN UVALDE COUNTY, TEXAS 

1,752± ACRES IN KINNEY COUNTY, TEXAS 

VARA RANCH 

This truly scenic property has 1,200± feet of the flowing Frio River, one of 

the largest ranches for sale in the scenic Frio River Canyon. Year-round 

activities include hunting to fishing to swimming and water activities. There 

are three charming small homes and perimeter-fencing and cross-fencing. 

Excellent wildlife includes whitetail, axis, aoudad, turkey, javelina and hogs 

plus the Frio River offers bass and cat fishing. Property ID: 2477134. 


BLUE HILLS RANCH 

An ideal investment for a large acreage hunting and/or cattle ranch. 

Breathtaking and scenic terrain varies from gentle rolling hills to large 

dramatic canyons and seasonal creek drainages that provide excellent habitat 

for wildlife. The ranch offers great hunting opportunities and has several 

water wells piped to troughs to support cattle and wildlife. 11± miles of paved 

frontage along FM 1024 provides easy access. Property ID: 2614059. 


1,200± ACRES IN UVALDE COUNTY, TEXAS 

20,944± ACRES IN VAL VERDE COUNTY, TEXAS 


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YO4 RANCH 

An opportunity to own a large portion of the historic Y.O. Ranch! The rolling 

hills and rock limestone peaks are studded with live oak, post oak, cedar and 

mesquite trees. Aoudad Hill provides strong views across four counties. The 

gentle, open pastureland is covered with native grasses. 


BROKEN SPUR RANCH 

This renown high-fenced ranch received multiple awards of TGR Ranch of the 

Year, Outfitter of the Year, plus trophy whitetail awards including #1 Big Buck 

entries, 2012–2014. The amazing wildlife is all inclusive, with an exquisite lodge 

with paradise pool and spa. Five water wells, 11 tanks/ponds, barn, cleaning 

facilities, kennels, blinds, feeders and ranch vehicles. This spectacular ranch is 

ready for recreational enjoyment on all levels! All minerals owned will convey. 

Property ID: 2862613. Marc Sherron, (830) 739-0919. 

6,300± ACRES IN KERR COUNTY, TEXAS 

775± ACRES IN KERR COUNTY, TEXAS 

WHISKEY SPRINGS RANCH 

Spectacular acreage is at the heart of Kerrville's main corridor fronting on IH 

10 and Highway 16. Prime development potential or personal ranch with great 

views, vistas, canyons and meadows. Perimeter high-fencing in place, with ag. 

exempt taxes. Just east of Kerrville and only 30 minutes north of Boerne. 

Property ID: 3090691. Robert Dullnig and Marc Sherron, (830) 739-0919. 

HILLTOP RANCH 

Here is a desirable turnkey ranch that captures exciting views from its hilltop 

location. An attractive main home, complemented by a guest cabin, includes 

all furnishings plus the ranch improvements including blinds, feeders and 

hunting trucks. The ranch is located just outside Junction and is convenient to 

the town of Kerrville as well. Owner will convey half minerals owned. 

Property ID: 2838216. Marc Sherron, (830) 739-0919. 


648± ACRES IN KIMBLE COUNTY, TEXAS 



HEATON HOLLOW RANCH 

This ranch is in the gorgeous and highly sought after, in the Wimberley/ 

Dripping Springs area. It has ample paved road frontage on three sides, 

beautiful creek bottoms, high hills with long distance views, large trees 

throughout, is almost entirely cleared of cedar, and has been in the same 

family since the 1940s. This will be a great investment for someone wanting 

to enjoy a beautiful ranch in a very inviting area only 37 miles southwest of 

Austin. Property ID: 3702546. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700. 

1,460± ACRES IN HAYS COUNTY, TEXAS 

COMANCHE RIDGE RANCH 

An exceptional location of this breathtaking ranch offers excellent privacy 

but is only minutes from Horseshoe Bay Resort and nearby Marble Falls. 

This picturesque rolling ranchland has excellent native tree and brush 

coverage providing an ideal habitat for wildlife, supporting wild turkey and 

whitetail deer with trophy bucks. There is a hunter’s cabin with all utilities, 

RV hookups, plus several impressive hilltops that invite improvements with 

spectacular long range views. Minerals. Property ID: 3385258. 

Marc Sherron, (830) 739-0919. 

PURGATORY CREEK RANCH 

This is a beautiful Hill Country ranch with abundant agricultural and 

recreational opportunities along with development potential. This diverse 

property has Purgatory Creek bottomland, high points with long distance 

views, and open fields of native grasses with highlighted large hardwood 

trees. Improvements include four water wells and one barn. Abundant native 

whitetail deer, turkey, dove, quail and wild pigs. Property ID: 3228112. 


776± ACRES IN BLANCO COUNTY, TEXAS 

1,425± ACRES IN HAYS & COMAL COUNTIES, TEXAS 


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SAND HILLS RANCH 

Owned and operated by the same family for over 60 years! This uninhabited, 

low-fence ranch offers a truly wild hunting experience. Excellent brush 

diversity, one tank and drainages maintain an abundance of native wildlife 

including whitetail deer, turkey, quail, dove & more. Property ID: 3719640. 


BIG WELLS RANCH 

In the heart of the Golden Triangle, and less than 100 miles from San Antonio, 

this ranch offers great hunting and cattle grazing opportunities. The diverse 

brush on the ranch provides the nutrition needed to grow large whitetail 

deer while five ponds offer ample water for both livestock and wildlife. Small 

farmhouse, barn, shed, cattle pens plus one water well. Property ID: 3616673. 


718± ACRES IN ZAVALA COUNTY, TEXAS 

636± ACRES IN DIMMIT COUNTY, TEXAS 

HARPER RANCH 

Ideal low-fence, recreational hunting ranch is only one hour from San 

Antonio offers a nice home, good water, excellent brush and nice elevations. 

Owned and operated by the same family since 1985, it includes a nice home, 

three water wells, two stock tanks and Buckhorn Creek. Excellent brush 

supports excellent wildlife including whitetail deer, quail, turkey, javelina and 

hogs, plus the tanks provide bass fishing, dove and duck hunting. 


325± ACRES IN FRIO COUNTY, TEXAS 

BUCK CREEK RANCH 

This is an opportunity to own a prime hunting ranch only 45± miles from 

downtown San Antonio. Featured is diverse brush, drainages with large trees, 

two tanks, two water wells, good road system, and plentiful game. Small 

home, low-fencing/cross-fencing, cattle pens plus two blinds and two feeders 

convey. Don’t miss a chance to own a ranch in the highly desirable 

Frio County. Property ID: 3692561. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700. 

238± ACRES IN FRIO COUNTY, TEXAS 



TRI-COUNTY RANCH 

Owned and operated by the same family since 1956, Tri-County Ranch 

sprawls out over three of the most desirable counties of the Texas Coastal 

Plains. Ranches of this size do not come on the market often in any of these 

three choice counties. This is an uninhabited ranch, with lush pastureland 

and grand oak trees scattered throughout, serving as both a cattle ranch and 

recreational hunting ranch. Property ID: 3523966. 


894± ACRES IN JACKSON, VICTORIA 

& LAVACA COUNTIES, TEXAS 

GILLESPIE COUNTY RANCH 

This beautiful ranch is located only 25± minutes north of historic 

Fredericksburg. This scenic ranch is predominately rolling usable land with 

good grasses and scattered, huge oak trees. There are one-and-a-half± miles 

of both sides of year-round live-water. With a great shape and county road 

frontage, this raw showplace is ready for someone to come in and make it 

their own! Seller will divide into two tracts, please contact broker for details. 

Randy Cadwallader, (210) 860-0093. 

960± ACRES IN GILLESPIE COUNTY, TEXAS 

CARDINAL HILL RANCH 

A rare setting features live water Seven Springs that feeds a 3-acre lake, just 

minutes from the Hunt Store. An incredible custom home is complemented by 

offices, foreman’s apartment, barn, stables with adjoining riding arena and 

an event barn along the lake with multiple swimming holes. Ag. exempt with 

fencing/crossfencing. Native and free-ranging exotic wildlife, turkey and bass 

fishing. Property ID: 3743896. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700. 

MEDINA RIVER RANCH 

A desirable river property is only 16± miles south of downtown San Antonio. 

There are over 1.2± miles of cypress-lined Medina River frontage plus a 

home, barns, grain silos, cattle pens and perimeter low fence. The river 

attracts abundant native wildlife, but the land is also ideal for grazing 

livestock and has areas that can be farmed. Property ID: 3157549 



101± ACRES IN BEXAR COUNTY, TEXAS 


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Chacon Creek Ranch 

551± Acres in Frio County, Texas | Property ID: 3666994 

Approximately 551 acres just outside of Devine, Texas, only 35 minutes from downtown San Antonio. The ranch is a mixture of native brush, 

open fields, and oak bottoms. With this combination of terrain, native browse, improved pasture, and location, this property has it all. Chacon 

Creek forms the northern boundary of the property for almost a mile. There are also three sizable tanks on the ranch that hold water. The ranch 

can be accessed from both CR 7716 and CR 773. $2,015,000 

Shut-In Creek Ranch 

431± Acres in Uvalde County, Texas | Property ID: 3767491 

Nestled within the lush Frio Canyon in the heart of Concan, the Shut-In Creek Ranch offers the finest of the Hill Country with breathtaking views, 

100-year-old oak trees and abundant wildlife. Shut-In Creek flows into the majestic Frio River, which is just an arms throw away. Roads lead 

to the hilltops that offer 360-degree views across the Concan landscape with scenic valleys rich with native vegetation. The town of Concan 

sits along the Frio River close to Garner State Park. This breathtaking property offers investment and future development potential including 

subdividing the frontage for commercial potential. There is a developed subdivision on the east and south property lines. $2,500,000 

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Chad Foster, Jr., Broker | www.FosterFarmAndRanch.com 

400 EAST NOPAL STREET, UVALDE, TEXAS 78801 | CHADFOSTERJR@GMAIL.COM | (830) 776-3605 

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The Moos Ranch 

2,890± Acres in Uvalde County, Texas | Property ID: 2266587 

This ranch is in the transition zone between South Texas and the Hill Country, 10 minutes from Uvalde. It has over 3.8 miles of both sides of 

Cook Slough lined with large stands of oak trees, lush bottoms, and intermittent watering holes. The remainder of the property is covered with 

a variety of brush species and a thick grass cover. All-weather access and over 25 miles of interior roads make it easy to traverse. The entire 

perimeter is high-fenced featuring four water wells, over two miles of water lines, and several surface tanks. Wildlife includes turkey, seasonal 

dove, quail, and deer. The native herd has been heavily culled over the past few seasons, doe from a well-established trophy ranch were TTT 

transferred to the ranch and a DMP program has been put in place. A wildlife management plan is in effect. There are six blinds and eight 

feeders that will convey as well as a new cabin with a kitchen, living, and bunk room. There are no leases or mineral activity of any kind in the 

area. Some minerals are owned and may be conveyed with the sale. $6,632,550 


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LAND / Index 

161 UNITED COUNTRY–REAL COLORADO PROPERTIES 146 CALIFORNIA OUTDOOR PROPERTIES 

185 WINDERMERE REAL ESTATE–KLAMATH FALLS 56 CASCADE–SOTHEBY’S 86 REPUBLIC RANCHES 

PG# 

BROKER/COMPANY 

73 AMERICAN FARM & RANCH 

162 ARNOLD REALTY 

171 BAR M REAL ESTATE 

179 BETTER HOMES & GARDENS–BAUDAT PROPERTIES 

168 C3 REAL ESTATE SOLUTIONS 

146 CALIFORNIA OUTDOOR PROPERTIES 

54 CASCADE–SOTHEBY’S 

84 CENTURY 21 HARVEY PROPERTIES 

181 CHASE BROTHERS PROPERTIES 

104 CLARK COMPANY 

129 COLDWELL BANKER–MASON MORSE 

120 COUNTRYSIDE HOMECRAFTERS 

164 CRATER LAKE REALTY 

170 DONALD HILLIS REALTY & AUCTION 

203 DULLNIG RANCH SALES 

158 ENGEL & VÖLKERS 

116 FAY RANCHES 

212 FOSTER FARM AND RANCH SALES 

180 FOUNDRY COMMERCIAL 

165 FRIDRICH & CLARK REALTY, LLC 

183 GOLDEN REALTY 

100 HALL & HALL 

148 HARRIGAN LAND COMPANY 

188 HOOD REAL ESTATE, INC 

108 JOAN FLETCHER, REALTOR 

139 KELLER WILLIAMS–MARY GILBERT 

138 KELLER WILLIAMS–SALLY BALL & BILL DAVIS 

169 LAND INVESTEX 

36 LAND LEADER 

163 LAND SOLUTIONS 

58 LEGACY PROPERTIES WEST–SOTHEBY’S 

82 LONE EAGLE LAND BROKERAGE 

132 M4 RANCH GROUP 

140 MASON REAL ESTATE 

166 MAURY L. CARTER & ASSOCIATES, INC. 

88 MIRR RANCH GROUP 

185 MOSSY OAK PROPERTIES 

150 PEOPLES COMPANY 

154 PREMIER RANCH PROPERTIES 

77 RANCH MARKETING ASSOCIATES 

176 RE/MAX ASSOCIATES 

182 RE/MAX MOUNTAIN WEST 

152 REECE COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE 

86 REPUBLIC RANCHES 

60 SOTHEBY’S–DEBBIE STEVENS 

57 SOTHEBY’S–SUZANNE PERKINS 

50 STEAMBOAT–SOTHEBY’S 

80 SUPERIOR FARM & RANCH REALTY LLC 

136 SWAN LAND COMPANY 

167 THE CHICKERING COMPANY 

177 TIM THOMPSON PREMIER REALTORS 

178 U BAR S REALTY 

161 UNITED COUNTRY–REAL COLORADO PROPERTIES 

184 WESTERN MOUNTAIN REAL ESTATE 

185 WINDERMERE REAL ESTATE–KLAMATH FALLS 

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