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Crazy Waters Ranch Located just north of Big Timber, the Crazy Waters Ranch is arguably the most complete recreational ranch in the northern Rockies.

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Located just north of Big Timber, the 9,000± acre Crazy Waters Ranch is arguably the most complete recreational ranch in the northern Rockies. It offers over six-and-a-half miles of private trout fishing on one of the area’s most sought-after streams, Sweetgrass Creek. The upland bird hunting for sharptail grouse, Hungarian partridge and pheasants is outstanding in the private game preserve with its extended season. Waterfowl abounds in the ranch’s lakes, including one lake over 350 acres. Whitetail, mule deer and antelope can also be hunted throughout the ranch.

Crazy Waters is blessed with stunning views of the Crazy and Absaroka mountains to the west and south. To complete the picture, this is an honest operating ranch that will comfortably support 300 animal units on its 292± acres of meadows currently under irrigation, thousands of acres of strong upland pastures, and miles of riparian corridor. This offers an excellent balance of winter forage, summer grazing and protection from the elements. The livestock facilities are first class in every way.

To top it off, the ranch boasts a distinctive log home that is of exceptional quality in a commanding location. In addition there are a number of very comfortable homes that offer accommodations for the ranch manager, staff and guests.

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CRAZY WATERS RANCH Located just north of Big Timber, Montana, the 9,000-acre Crazy Waters Ranch is arguably the most complete recreational ranch in the northern Rockies.

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SPORTING CLAYS IN MOONSHINE COUNTRY WITH THE NEW RUGER RED LABEL: PART ONE Irwin Greenstein spent two days with Charlie Mincey zigzagging the wooded back roads between Dawsonville, Georgia and Atlanta, where moonshine was king to evaluate the second-generation Ruger Red Label on sporting clays.

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More and more people express a desire to own a mountain property with hopes of building a family legacy of experiencing outdoor adventures.

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TEXAS’ WAGGONER RANCH OFFICIALLY CHANGES HANDS The largest ranch in the United States under one fence has left family hands for the first time since W.T. “Tom” Waggoner founded it in 1849.

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JEFFREY HIGNIGHT Growing up in Arkansas, Jeffrey’s connection to agriculture was through his grandparents on both sides of the family, who raised cattle in the state.

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Stephen Kirkpatrick has been chased by grizzly bears, attacked by alligators, and nibbled by piranha, and in the process, he’s captured some of the world’s most exciting wildlife and nature photography.

The Kankakee, Illinois farm manager has fond memories of his childhood, working alongside his father, grandfather and siblings on the small family livestock and grain farm near Mazon, Illinois.

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Despite its rich history spanning more than 140 years, Steamboat Springs, located on the Continental Divide in the northwest corner of Colorado, is a well-kept secret.

At one time the value of land was primarily based on the fertility of the soil, maturity of the timber or the minerals beneath the surface. But today, the quality of the property’s wildlife is another asset that will not show up on a property appraisal sheet.

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Refreshing Renewal As I write this, there are several inches of fresh powder on the nearby slopes. While I love Colorado winters and all the adrenaline-pumping opportunities they bring, I have to admit I’m counting the days until spring. There’s something deeply spiritual about the earth’s rebirth.

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I’m a visual person, so the transition from white, gray and mud brown to every conceivable shade of green is captivating. Green, whether it’s the tender grass shoots or budding leaves, promises renewal even before the emerald carpet is punctuated by the vibrant red, yellows, pinks and purples of wildflowers. My soul soars. I’m inspired to begin anew.

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The Champions A Ranching Legacy

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This beautiful, full-color coffee-table book encompasses amazing photography and artwork along with eloquent text describing two historic working ranches in Southwestern Colorado that have been protected by conservation easements. This book has been recognized with three national book awards and effusive praise from readers. Visit DoubleShoePublishing.com for more information.

The Champions is an inspirational story about the pit bulls rescued from the brutal fighting ring of former Atlanta Falcon’s star quarterback Michael Vick, and those who risked it all to save them, despite pressure from PETA and The Humane Society to euthanize the dogs. It is a story of second-chances, redemption and hope. This uplifting documentary takes us on a journey about much more than just dogs—about prejudice, being misunderstood, the power of resilience, and the significance of the relationship we as humans have with animals.

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Live Like a Warrior, Shoot Like a SEAL Retired Navy SEAL Sniper Instructor Reveals Groundbreaking Training Method to Help Everyday Citizens Master their Weapons

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Right now, an unprecedented number of Americans are buying or thinking about buying guns, according to a new report by the FBI. Following a string of mass shootings, gun sales in 2015 were on track to shatter record numbers in the U.S. But purchasing a firearm is only half the battle.

Now, the man who was hand-selected to create the U.S. Navy SEAL Sniper Training program is revealing his groundbreaking training method for responsible gun owners to protect themselves and their families. In the enlightening and timely new book, Navy SEAL Shooting, one of the most respected firearms instructors in the world makes a fascinating proposition: anyone can master the skill of shooting—whether in combat, competition, or just protecting themselves and their families—without setting foot in a firing range. A retired Navy SEAL, Chris Sajnog lays out everything you need to know to dominate any opponent and make effective shots in any high-stress situation. Available at book stores everywhere.

The Mighty 5®: Utah’s National Parks The top national parks in Utah–also known as “The Mighty 5®”–draw several million visitors from around the world each year to marvel at surreal scenery and unforgettable activities. A trip to The Mighty 5® means watching the sunrise over the towering depths of Canyonlands National Park, then watching the sunset through a delicate rock bow in Arches National Park. It means standing nose-to-nose with ancient petroglyphs in Capitol Reef National Park, then lying on your back as a meteor shower streaks across the Milky Way. It means gazing down at coral-hued rock hoodoos in Bryce Canyon National Park, then gazing up at the steep walls of slot canyon trails in Zion National Park. It means hiking, river rafting, biking, picnicking, walking, mule riding, exploring and stargazing. Plan your trip at VisitUtah.com.

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ASFMRA, founded in 1929, provides members with the resources, information, and leadership that enable them to provide valuable services to the agricultural community. The focus of the ASFMRA is providing education and networking opportunities for a professional group of members providing farm and ranch management, rural and real property appraising, review appraisal, and agricultural consulting services to the private and public sectors and to the governmental and lending communities. Find out more at ASFMRA.org.

CHRISTY BELTON is an Accredited Land Consultant with Ranch Marketing Associates, a premier land brokerage firm with offices throughout the West. She holds a BA in Natural Sciences from Regis University and is an owner/operator of a cow calf, yearling and hay business in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Christy serves on the board of directors for the Colorado chapter of the Realtors Land Institute and was the 2007 Land Realtor of the Year.

IRWIN GREENSTEIN is the publisher of Shotgun Life, the first online magazine dedicated to the best in wing and clays shooting.

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.

DAN MURPHY has called southwestern Colorado home his entire adult STEPHEN KIRKPATRICK has worked as a fulltime, professional wildlife life. His dedication to understanding issues at the heart of western Colophotographer since 1981. His work has taken him to destinations rado has been exemplified through his service in numerous arenas. Dan’s throughout North, South, and Central America and the Middle East, work commitment, positive outlook, and approach on wildlife and domestic including extensive work in the Peruvian Amazon and underwater work issues have brought forth progressive, positive, and life altering changes. in the Pacific and Caribbean. Kirkpatrick has published more than 3,000 He has spent a lifetime understanding rivers, western lands, wildlife, and the photographs in books and nationally circulated magazines. He is in demand as an inspirational speaker and photography seminar instructor, 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 and has led photography trips to Alaska, Peru, and throughout the ranch and recreational properties in Colorado and New Mexico.

Southeastern United States. Find out more at KirkpatrickWildlife.com.

DAN PEREZ is the CEO, Chief Broker, and one of the Founding Owners of Whitetail Properties Real Estate as well as the host of the ever-popular Whitetail Properties television show. The Whitetail Properties team has grown this business to over a half a billion in sales in less than nine years. Dan is passionate about the land business and driven by hiring and developing real estate agents to become multi-million-dollar land specialist. He is also a proud member of the REALTORS® Land Institute.

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.

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BOULDER COUNTY COLORADO Perfection! Stunning finishes in this Colorado Style home with classic detailing. Elegant and warm, this incredible home offers expansive spaces for every member of the family. Overlooking Boulder County, enjoy the views down the entire front range of the Rocky Mountains from the great room, floor and ceiling mahogany library, and luxurious master suite. Perfectly designed to flow to the outdoor living, kitchen and dining areas. Two parcels total 43 acres with six-stall luxury barn and pastures.

$6,499,000 | PROPERTY ID: 2629656 COLORADO LANDMARK REALTORS

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WORTH & HARRISON COUNTIES MISSOURI Great income opportunity! A total of 517 acres of some the best whitetail deer hunting available in North America. Included is 200-acre tillable and a profitable, in place, turnkey hunting operation! The properties are being offered for sale together and separately in Worth and Harrison Counties, Missouri. This is an in-place outfitting business and farming operation. GIANT whitetails have been harvested here!

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WASHINGTON COUNTY PENNSYLVANIA State-of-the-art heated, 40,755-square-foot equestrian center, built eight years ago featuring an 80’ x 184’ climate-controlled Otto Sport footing, indoor arena; covered 60’ x 60’ bull pen with Otto Sport footing and a 100’ x 300’ outdoor arena with sand/ rubber footing. There are eight turnouts; three run-in sheds; 37 acres with stallion runs; vet/breeding and heated farrier wings; 50 stalls (three 12’ x 24’ foaling stalls) with stall matts and auto waterer; four groom and two wash bays. Additionally, on the property, is a luxury brick, three-bedroom residence featuring an entertainment level with wine cellar. There is an additional three-bedroom trainer’s home on the property. In the 20-foot insulated ceiling equestrian facility, there is a two-story lounge and visitor center, two apartment suites, four bedrooms, wet bar and oneand-a-half baths.

$4,500,000 | PROPERTY ID: 2423530 ELAINE SHETLER LIBENT REAL ESTATE GROUP

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PARK COUNTY MONTANA McAlister Ranch is a stunning 661-acre ranch for sale in Montana located in the coveted Paradise Valley, 20 minutes south of Livingston, Montana. This authentic ranch serves as an exceptional recreational retreat for the horse enthusiast, hunter, hiker or cross-country skier. The 661± deeded acres extend to the Gallatin National Forest lands adjacent to thousands of acres of the Absaroka Beartooth Wilderness that leads all the way to Yellowstone National Park.

$3,995,000 | PROPERTY ID: 2585362 RAICH MONTANA PROPERTIES

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OSAGE COUNTY OKLAHOMA This combination grazing/recreation property is truly an end-of-the road ranch and is possibly on of the most remote ranches in Osage County. The ranch contains a mosaic mix of Tallgrass Prairie, Cross Timbers vegetation and about 100 acres of bottomland. The adjoining large ranches, Western Wall Primitive Hunting Unit and the location northeast of the Tallgrass Prairie Preserve serve to protect the integrity of the property and contribute to the wildlife diversity and quality.

$2,227,200 | PROPERTY ID: 2928076 CROSS TIMBERS LAND

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MADISON COUNTY VIRGINIA The Glen, a beautiful, 400-acre country estate privately situated in a lovely pastoral valley nestled against the Blue Ridge Mountains, offering privacy, splendid views and convenient location to Charlottesville, Culpeper and Washington, DC. The farmhouse has much character and charm, and has been completely remodeled, enlarged and renovated by current owners with all up-to-date systems, appliances and fixtures. The farm is also in excellent condition, divided into five to six large hay fields and pastures, with excellent water on every part of the farm. There is not another property that can surpass The Glen for its superb condition, great setting and easy maintenance.

$4,500,000 | PROPERTY ID: 2428744 MCLEAN FAULCONER INC. REALTORS

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FAYETTE COUNTY ILLINOIS Located in the Kaskaskia River valley, River Bend Farm is one of Illinois’ most coveted hunting properties. Comprised of 1,002± acres, the farm can truly be classified as duck nirvana and the deer hunting is tremendous with Boone & Crockett bucks over 190 points having been harvested. The farm boasts a strong population of wild pheasant along with populations of bobwhite quail, dove and turkey. A charming 2,000±-square-foot log cabin holds a commanding view of the property. Distances to major metropolitan cities are 1.3 hours to St. Louis, 2.5 hours to Indianapolis, 3.5 hours to Chicago, 3.5 hours to Louisville and 4.5 hours to Nashville.

$4,700,000 | PROPERTY ID: 2872397 HALL AND HALL

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hen Judge Dan Mike Bird of the 46th Judicial Court approved the sale of the 535,000-acre Waggoner Ranch on February 9, 2016, news traveled around the globe.

After all, the largest ranch in the United States under one fence was about to leave family hands for the first time since W.T. “Tom” Waggoner founded it in 1849. And the new owner was a Stan Kroenke, an American businessman, professional sports team owner, and rancher who had already amassed one of the largest ranching conglomerates in North America. The media frenzy created the illusion the transaction was complete.

I, knowing that a land deal especially a deal of this magnitude and complexity, isn’t done until all of the signatures are on all of the appropriate lines, called Sam Middleton to congratulate him on nearing the finish line and to determine whether he had an estimated time of arrival at the aforementioned destination. Sam, who owns and operates Chas. S. Middleton & Son in Lubbock, was one of the two ranch brokers appointed to manage the ranch’s sale on behalf of the family and shareholders. The other broker was Bernard “Bernie” Uechtritz, an international real estate advisor to Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty in Dallas.

Frankly, I didn’t expect Sam to answer his phone. He was in

the middle of a big deal and a big story. Of course, he is also Sam—a consummate professional. He picked up on the second ring. After exchanging a few verbal high fives, we agreed to touch base again when the deal was drawing to a close and Bernie could join us.

That opportunity arose later that day as a gaggle of lawyers and advisors were hard at work at the six courthouses in the six counties that include a portion of the sprawling Waggoner.

We were scheduled to talk at 9:00 a.m. My phone rang an hour later. Despite the best efforts of Christy Payne of Uechtritz’s International Icon Properties who was assisting the duo, the media storm and unfolding events had upended Bernie and Sam’s schedules. When we made a connection, the tone was optimistic and celebratory.

“I’d like to be the first to congratulate Sam on his retirement,” said Bernie laughing as he immediately dispelled the rumors that he and Sam were considering leaving the ranch real estate industry at the deal’s conclusion.

“The truth is this was just a warm up for us,” Sam said joining in the fun. “Our next deal is really big.”

But when the talk turned to the new buyer, the mood turned thoughtful and respectful.

“For Stan ranching is a serious enterprise,” Bernie said. “From our perspective, Stan was the ideal buyer. Not only did he have

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the financial resources to purchase and maintain the ranch, but he is a committed land steward who is passionate about improving the land and conserving it for future generations.”

According to Sam, the family and shareholders encouraged the ranch brokers to find a buyer who would keep the historic ranch, which covers about 800 square miles, intact.

“While keeping the ranch whole was not a requirement, the family and shareholders made it clear it was their preference— and hope—that we would be able to keep the nation’s largest ranch under a single fence unbroken,” Sam said. “Interestingly, all of our serious buyers wanted to keep the ranch and its legacy intact.”

On August 6, 2014, Sam and Bernie were appointed by Judge Dan Mike Bird of the 46th Judicial District Court to market the ranch. The team decided to divide and conquer.

Sam was responsible for showing the property and creating the marketing brochure and support materials.

Bernie said, “I’ve been fortunate to do a lot of interesting things and help with a lot of complicated deals in my 30year career, but I have to say working with Sam is one of the high points.”

Bernie took the lead on advertising strategy and developing the “data room.”

“From the beginning, it was clear that Bernie and I had different styles,” Sam said. “He brought his style and his experience creating a ‘data room’ to the table, both of which were invaluable. In my career, I’d never undertaken a data gathering effort like this deal required.”

Complete information is vital to any deal, but it was crucial to this one. One of Uechrtritz’s strategies required a $15 million “pay to play” submission by bid finalists in order for their offer to be considered. As a result, potential buyers needed access to complete information up front so they could make that investment with confidence. There was no opportunity for due diligence after the fact.

In January 2015 after several months of intense preparation, the duo initiated an unprecedented global marketing effort.

Their concerted efforts generated more than 900 qualified inquiries despite the downturn in oil prices. The inquiries

continued until the day the court approved the sale.

“The level of interest was overwhelming, and eventually we showed the property to several different groups and individuals from foreign countries,” Sam said. “What I learned from this experience is that wealthy foreign investors still consider the United States the best place to invest their money—and land, particularly in Texas, is considered a very, very good investment.”

The duo’s call for offers closed on October 25, 2015. Six qualified prospects were selected to make final presentations to the family and shareholders. From those presentations, the final buyer was selected. One of the biggest challenges was keeping the buyer’s identity secret until the transaction was finalized.

“This sale was a huge responsibility,” Bernie said. “We worked long and hard to keep Stan’s identity a secret and to maintain confidentiality.”

He continued with a laugh, “It wasn’t easy because the only thing people agree on in West Texas is that nothing is a secret.”

The details of the deal were hammered out over a sixmonth period. Joel D. Leadbetter from Hall & Hall in Bozeman, Montana, and Sam Connolly, general manager of Kroenke Ranches, represented Stan Kroenke.

THE REST OF THE STORY It took me a little longer to catch up with Joel. By the time we talked, the dust had settled a bit. As the story unfolded, it was clear Joel was no stranger to the Waggoner.

“I had been working on this deal since 2002 when the word got around that the ranch might be able to be bought,” Joel said.

In fact, he had brought a buyer client to the ranch, who made a couple of offers, one in 2004 and another in 2006. Those potential offers never came to fruition. Then, it appeared the ranch would be auctioned. Hall and Hall was one of five auction companies in consideration for the job. The auction option was abandoned when the receivership decided the ranch would be marketed by Sam and Bernie.

“I called Sam and asked, ‘Is it really going to sell this time?’”

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the sale would happen.”

Joel then called Stan Kroenke, who he had worked with since 1993. He knew Stan had been keeping tabs on the Waggoner since the mid-1990s.

“I didn’t try to involve him in a deal sooner because I wasn’t certain the ranch was deliverable,” Joel said. “When Sam confirmed now was the time, Stan and I engaged in the process.”

After working with Stan for 23 years, Joel is more than familiar with his land ethic. From the beginning, he was certain that the Waggoner was right for Stan and Stan was right for the Waggoner.

“Stan has amassed a portfolio of ranches in British Columbia, Arizona, Montana and Wyoming that complement one another,” Joel said. “He loves productive land and the duality of agriculture and conservation. He understands that a well-managed cattle herd improves the habitat for wildlife. The Waggoner, like his other ranches, offered a prime opportunity for both, and fit seamlessly into his portfolio and agribusiness enterprises.”

For instance, Stan owns the Broken O Ranch, which is renowned for the superior genetics of its commercial Black Angus cattle. Stan is raising bulls on the Broken O and then using their genetics to improve the quality of the herds on his other ranches, he said.

In the case of the Waggoner, its Quarter Horses are known world-wide. In 1996, the ranch was named Remuda of the Year by the American Quarter Horse Association. The Douglas Lake Land and Cattle Company, the largest ranch in Canada which is also owned by Stan, earned the same honor in 2004, giving Stan and his ranch team access to an incredible array of highquality horses.

And then there is the 30,000 acres of winter wheat pasture on the Waggoner, which is ideally suited for growing out northern cattle during the winter months. Prior to the purchase, Stan’s ranch manager, Sam Connolly, was leasing winter pasture from properties that neighbored the Waggoner.

“I was confident Stan was the ideal buyer for this iconic property,” Joel said. “His love of history and ranching culture

almost equals his love of the land. The importance of keeping this piece of living heritage intact was another reason he was motivated to purchase this property.”

TEAM WORK “A deal of this magnitude and complexity is not completed because of the brilliance of a single person,” Bernie said. “It was successful because we got good brokers involved and we worked closely with the exceptional teams representing the owners, the shareholders and the buyers. It was a team effort across the board.”

Joel concurred noting that it was a career highlight to work with Stan, Sam, Bernie and a host of Texas-based professionals to make this multi-faceted transaction come to pass.

“In all the years and in the all the things I’ve done, this is the first time that I worked on a deal in Texas,” Joel said. “The experience was unmatched.”

By all accounts, the results were worth the Herculean efforts.

Sam said, “All sides are happy with the results. The family and the shareholders are pleased. It was a complicated deal done right with superlative results for those involved, those affected—and those of us who call Texas home.”

The new owner is committed to retaining all employees while infusing additional money into the ranch to modernize it, which is good news for the local community, Sam said.

“To really understand Stan’s commitment to the land, people need to know that he’s amassed property, but never sold a single acre,” Joel said. “He has an abiding respect for the land and what it means to this country.”

“Selling the Waggoner Ranch intact means everything,” Bernie said. “It means the investment value of Texas land is strong and vibrant. It means the cowboy way is not dead and won’t be for a long, long time. It means there are patriots and land stewards out there like Stan Kroenke—people who don’t have to invest their money in the land, but choose to because they care and want to make it better. Ultimately, it means this national treasure is in good hands.”

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55 miles southeast of Jackson, this 360± acre mountain retreat adjoining USFS enjoys views of two rugged mountain ranges. Eight log cabins, a lodge, saloon, three stocked lakes, barn, staff quarters and excellent big game hunting.

Including over two miles of fly fishing on the Smith River 35 miles from Great Falls, this 6,500± deeded-acre unimproved ranch rises from the river to encompass rock walls, timbered slopes and lush grassy basins.

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4,500± acres under 11,000-foot mountain peaks. 40 minutes northeast of Livingston. An opportunity to own a private partially timbered valley with live creek and two rustic cabins.

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612± acre premium retreat, 1.5± miles riverfront, trophy architecture, privacy and wildlife. Home, club house, river pavilion and restored historic barn make this the most significant offering available on the river.

Panoramic peak views complement stream fishing and abundant wildlife on this scenic 463± acre holding. Bordering national forest and 8.5 miles from Pagosa Springs. Co-listed with R. Horton Company.

Thunder Ridge features a beautiful private valley with a meticulously crafted modern log home consisting of eight guest rooms, owner’s suite, and numerous amenities. North of Durango, Colorado.

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Inspiring big peak views, significant wildlife calving grounds, national forest boundary, and tremendous conservation opportunities are featured on 5,056± deeded acres located in the southern Colorado mountains.

Expansive legacy ranching operation encompassing 52,445± deeded acres and 100,000± acres of grazing allotments in southeastern Oregon. Capacity for 1,525 cows and producing hay on 1,500± acres.

Productive 2,237± acres (1,557± deeded) near Big Horn. 500± irrigated acres complimented by lush grazing and equipped with modest ranch improvements in the heart of Wyoming’s most sought-after communities.

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Sitting halfway between Tulsa and Wichita, the scenic 4,700± acre Caney River Ranch is comprised of native tallgrass prairie interspersed by canyons with the Caney River and four live creeks.

Lucky P Ranch sits on the shores of Lake Cypress Springs, offering nearly 300 acres, a large hacienda-style home on the lake, equestrian facilities, abundant game, and the rolling timbered hills of east Texas.

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THE IMUS RANCH

3,400± ACRES • SAN MIGUEL COUNTY, NEW MEXICO • $29,900,000 The ranch was founded 16 years ago to create an authentic working cattle ranch with the sole purpose of providing the experience of the great American cowboy to children suffering from cancer. The objectives were to encourage a sense of achievement, responsibility, and self esteem, and help restore their dignity, as these kids learn just how much they are able to accomplish. The Imus Ranch is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization. Just 40 short minutes from historic Santa Fe, the property consists of over 3,400 acres in the Pecos River Valley. There are expansive views from Rowe Mesa to the Santa Fe National Forest and the Sangre De Cristo Mountains. Over 29,000 square feet of living quarters in 11 structures and an additional 35,000 square feet of barns, garages, greenhouses and sheds in another 10 different structures. Within the ranch, there are miles of connecting roads to various meadows, pastures, stock tanks, and stocked fishing ponds. The entire property is fenced. The ranch is totally and completely environmentally pure. No pesticides or synthetic chemicals of any kind are used in the gardens, greenhouses, or farming. The Old Western Town rivals any movie set in Hollywood.

Go to: www.ImusRanchForSale.com for a complete view of all the amenities. Property ID: 2325782

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THE TRAVIS RANCH

220± ACRES • SANTA FE COUNTY, NEW MEXICO • $12,900,000 A luxury ranch with all the amenities imaginable, located just 10 minutes from the Santa Fe Plaza on over 220 fenced-in acres. With great views of the Sangre de Cristo and Jemez Mountains, the ranch is between Las Campanas and the Marty Sanchez Golf Course. The 8,750-square-foot, all-adobe main house contains three bedrooms, a large living room, country kitchen, formal dining room, media room/library, billiard/rec room, gracious master suite, lots of closet space, office, and three bathrooms all on the main floor. The second floor has a full guest suite, studio, and walk-in vault. The parking area has a snow melt feature and the attached, oversized three-car garage is heated. The house is rich with hand-carved doors, corbels, inlaid details, stitched leather ceilings, vigas, and 10 fireplaces.

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24403 RIVERCLIFF COVE

25± ACRES • BURNET COUNTY, TEXAS • $1,499,000 Your country estate and equestrian paradise awaits. Serene, manicured setting with incredible oak trees and beautiful Hill Country views. Engage your passions and recharge your spirit. Four contiguous six-plus acre lots in gated estate subdivision. Northwest of Austin—35± miles to downtown—off Highway 71.

10 minutes to fantastic shopping, offices, and the Spicewood Airport. 20 minutes to the Lakeway Regional Hospital and Westlake and Bee Cave areas. Property features a 2,508-square-foot home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms, two-car garage, 18 horse stalls, 100x200 arena, and a 25-GPM well.

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SAN ANTONIO COMMUTER ESTATE 182± ACRES • COMAL COUNTY, TEXAS • $2,950,000

This spectacular low-fenced Hill Country estate is nestled away on 182 acres in Comal County, not far from Bulverde, Texas. A short drive to either Highway 46 or 281 makes this the perfect private Hill Country estate. This ranch has multiple uses, it can be used as a commuter estate, family retreat where the parents want to raise their family away from the hustle and bustle of big city life or simply a full-time residence, except your backyard consists of 182 sprawling acres loaded with an abundance of wildlife. For the family with school aged children, the school system (Smithson Valley) that the ranch is located within is ranked amongst the top in the state. Property ID: 2886124

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98.7± ACRES • WISE COUNTY, TEXAS • $1,725,000

Home is made for a large or extended family. Features three balconies and has three separate living quarters including three kitchens. Seven bedrooms, five full baths and three half-baths. 31.081 beautiful acres. Uniquely equipped with nine geothermal wells for energy efficiency. Five water wells and 6,000 gallons of water storage. Irrigation pipes run throughout property for orchards, etc. Also includes a four-stall barn. Property ID: 2930488

Approximately 98.5 acres of rolling hills, pastures and cross-fencing. Sandy loam soil, coastal hay pastures. Custom four-bedroom home. Not included in square footage is an approximate 1,100-square-foot separate gameroom with full bath and separate approximate 2,200-square-foot poolhouse with workout area and full bath. Property has parking for two RV’s, one has full hookup. Separate climate controlled shop, storm shelter, and two barns. Property has three ponds.

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31± ACRES • PARKER COUNTY, TEXAS • $1,650,000

BRIDGEPORT RANCH

18± ACRES • WISE COUNTY, TEXAS • $625,000 Gorgeous ranch on over 18 acres with a large 4,200-square-foot home with four bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms. Features a unique watch tower for those beautiful sunsets or to watch storms roll in. Also, includes a pool for entertaining and indoor spa to use for relaxation after a great workout. Excellent facility for horse training and land that will produce your own horse quality hay.

It is a must see. Property ID: 2789886

10801 COUNT Y ROAD 1108 80± ACRES • JOHNSON COUNTY, TEXAS • $675,000

Beautiful land with beautiful views. A recreation, cattle or hunting retreat; you decide! Has a deep trinity well and a large shop 30x30, as well as a 60x30 covered pavilion. The featured pavilion has a metal roof and could be converted into a home. Lots of deer, turkey and other wildlife. Includes a beautiful view of Bee Mountain. Bring your cattle, horses, and your family. Property ID: 2930536

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SUNRISE RANCH

247± ACRES • TELLER COUNTY, COLORADO • $4,990,000 With over 16,000 square feet of improvements within the main home, three guest houses, and shop there is plenty of room to spread out in this exquisite Colorado retreat in the Pikes Peak Region! Visit www.SunriseRanchForSale.com for more information. Property ID: 2852265

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40± ACRES • JEFFERSON COUNTY, COLORADO • $2,400,000

42± ACRES • CHAFFEE COUNTY, COLORADO • $950,000

Bed and breakfast, restaurant, and event pavilion with amazing fishing and positioning along the North Fork of the South Platte River and access to Pike National Forest. Visit www.CrystalLakeResortForSale.com for more information.

Property ID: 2123406

A unique marriage of modern/contemporary lines and style. Adjacent to BLM and National Forest in the Arkansas River Valley. Property ID: 2959431

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tephen Kirkpatrick has been chased by grizzly bears, attacked by alligators, and nibbled by piranha, and in the process, he’s captured some of the world’s most exciting wildlife and nature photography.

Kirkpatrick’s photographic career has taken him from the treetops of the Amazon to the frozen Alaskan tundra, from the deserts of the Middle East to the depths of the Pacific Ocean, all in search of the next breathtaking shot.

Kirkpatrick was born with a passion for the outdoors.

He went camping with his father in the Alaskan wilderness as a toddler, and learned to hunt before he was seven years old. His childhood pets included a “rescued” largemouth bass, a house-trained nutria, and a flock of semi-tamed mallards (Kirkpatrick hatched them from eggs) that took flight at sunrise, but returned to his backyard every day at sunset. At a time when most 12-year-old boys were working a paper route, Kirkpatrick was operating a snake farm (admission 25 cents). By the time he was 14, he was working as a duck hunting guide.

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“I had my own camp in the marsh and my own boat to get my clients there,” Kirkpatrick recalls. “I provided turnkey service. I could find the ducks, clean the ducks, even cook the ducks. The one thing I couldn’t do was drive to the boat landing because I was too young to have a license. My mother helped by shuttling all these grown men hunting under my guidance to the landing.”

A longing to capture the beautiful outdoor scenes that touched his heart prompted Kirkpatrick to try his hand at painting.

“I painted on canvas, paper, murals on walls, and even painted a complete outdoor scene featuring wood ducks on my bedroom door, but I was always disappointed in the result. It never looked ‘real’ enough to satisfy me. Even all those years ago, I had a fear that all this beauty would disappear. I desperately wanted to preserve those places that had touched my heart and had come to feel like my purpose.”

In May of 1981, Kirkpatrick’s father gave him his first camera, and everything fell into place.

“That Nikon FE fit into my hand as if it were always meant to be there. My love of nature was in my DNA, and now I had a way to express it. Wildlife and nature photography isn’t a career I chose, it’s the career that chose me.”

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IF YOU FIND A NIKON D800 HERE, IT’S MINE. In February, I traveled to the northeastern United States in search of sea ducks to photograph for my next book, Wind Dance. My itinerary included stops in New Jersey, Maryland, and Delaware, all states locked in a deep freeze and being pummeled by snow.

On a rocky New Jersey jetty stretching far into the Atlantic Ocean, I saw the scene I’d donned long underwear and five layers of clothing to capture.

Long-tailed ducks, harlequin ducks, scoters, eiders, and several other species were soaring, swimming, and feeding. Despite a temperature of 28 degrees and a brutal wind, I shot on the jetty for four hours, carefully maneuvering around the slippery rocks and capturing more than 750 incredible shots.

Finally, with my hands numb and my body beginning to shiver despite my heavy winter wardrobe, I turned to leave.

And slipped on the rocks.

In horribly clear slow motion, I watched as my tripod smashed against a rock, my camera broke free, and the Nikon and its loaded memory card bounced into the turbulent waves of the Atlantic.

And then, I made what was one of the most foolish (and could very well have been the last) decisions of my life. I jumped in after it. Into 43-degree water.

Wearing five layers of heavy winter clothing and knee-high boots. I didn’t find the camera, but I did discover that there was no bottom where I landed, that it is very, very difficult to pull oneself out of the frigid Atlantic while dressed as the Michelin Man, and that a mile-long hike to civilization while soaking wet in 28-degree weather is an experience that is better left to Leonardo DiCaprio in “The Revenant.”

I was glad to be alive, but I had lost the camera and all 750 of those glorious shots.

My first impulse was buy a plane ticket home.

(Honestly, my first impulse was to cry, but I will spare you that image.) What I actually did was go online and look up the address of the closest camera store, which was in a town called Brick, New Jersey. When the store opened the next morning, I was waiting. Two hours later, I was back out on that same jetty, a brand new Nikon D810 in hand. And the second time I left that jetty, you’d better believe I was watching my step.

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WIND DANCE SC H EDU LED FO R R ELE AS E I N FALL 2016 In 1989, Kirkpatrick published the first pictorial book of ducks in flight. Titled Whistling Wings, the book captured not only the beauty of the ducks, but also the photographer’s love for his winged subjects.

Kirkpatrick’s current book project, Wind Dance, takes audiences back into the marshes, swamps, and along the seashores where Kirkpatrick’s passion was born. Shot in locations around North America, Wind Dance will showcase various species of ducks, geese, and swans.

“I’ve been fortunate to have opportunities to shoot a variety of subjects all over the world, but waterfowl still dominates my interest today. The many years since I published Whistling Wings have brought new thought processes and photographic advances, all stretching my creativity and improving my skills. I’m ready for the challenge of producing another, better waterfowl book. Even after 35 years as a wildlife photographer, watching those masters of the sky dance in the wind still fills me with wonder.”

Be a part of the action when Wind Dance takes flight.

Sponsorship packages in Wind Dance are available for waterfowl enthusiasts, conservation groups, or private companies. The handsome, hardcover coffee table book is ideal for those seeking distinctive corporate gifts or a powerful public relations tool. Sponsorships could include a limited edition printing of the book featuring your name or company name on the cover and a custom message from your company or organization inside. For sponsorship details, contact Kirkpatrick Wildlife Photography at (601) 940-8301.

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Since then, Kirkpatrick has published more than 4,000 photographs in books and magazines, including Ducks Unlimited, Delta Sky, Skin Diver, Audubon, Gray’s Sporting Journal, Natural History, Outdoor Photographer, BBC Wildlife, National Wildlife, and Sports Afield. He has published 11 pictorial coffee table books, including Romancing the Rain, A Photographic Journey into the Heart of the Amazon, shot over nine years in the jungles of Peru; Wilder Mississippi, a look at his home state’s scenery and wildlife; and In Wilderness Song, a photographic study of the common loon and the Canadian wilderness.

Kirkpatrick’s work has earned international recognition. His books have captured the National Outdoor Book Award, the Writer’s Digest International Self-Published Book Award, and three Southeastern Outdoor Press Association Book of the Year Awards.

Kirkpatrick has twice been named a winner in the prestigious International Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition held in London, England.

Kirkpatrick is in demand as a featured speaker for national conferences and conventions. He has appeared on numerous television shows and his work is exhibited in galleries and museums nationwide.

STEPHEN KIRKPATRICK

is available for assignments, including magazine, book, and advertising shoots, as well as private project assignments for land and lodge owners and real estate developers.

For more information, call (601) 940-8301 or visit KirkpatrickWildlife.com.

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This is one of the great mansions in the world with over 38,000 Gross Building Area (GBA) square feet of museum quality construction secluded on 50 acres in a prime Midwest location. In addition to the mansion there is a guest apartment, a separate 5,567-square-foot stone home with 3,329 square feet of finished basement, and a 6,720-square-foot stable. There are many acres of emerald green lawns studded with huge towering trees, a seven-acre private lake, incredible landscaping, and gardens. Built by craftsmen equivalent to those employed by the Astors or Vanderbilts, this stone mansion has all the elegance and grandeur of a bygone era yet all the modern conveniences for grand scale entertaining and family living. This estate has multiple buildings with a total of 16 fireplaces, 16 bedrooms, 26 bathrooms, grand entertaining areas, a conservatory, and a lower level entertainment wing. Visitors have commented that there is

no equivalent to this home existing in the Midwest today. The estate has 10 buildings on the grounds, which consist of the main home, second home, main barn with apartment, additional garage with apartment above, machine/equipment building, office with fireplace, storage building, and gazebo. The interior woodworking details were finished by Amish craftsmen. Stonework on home inside and out is impeccable. There is an elevator to all three levels. The theatre and game rooms are located to accommodate family or corporate parties and there is even a wrapping room in the basement for Christmas presents. This property has all the ingredients for a first-class equine breeding/show farm with no details left out. The pastures are all fenced with cypress wood fencing, having 8x8 notched posts. Also available is a separate 25-acre worldclass equestrian facility which may be purchased with Freeland Farms.

A rare opportunity to own a work of art

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KNIPE LAND COMPANY PREMIER RANCHES • FARMS • REAL ESTATE Strategically located to serve the Northwest, Knipe Land has the personnel and experience to solve your real estate and your farm and ranch needs, from marketing to brokerage to management.

Our sales team is experienced in both real estate and the agricultural community. We can offer you the expertise of our own staff, consultants, as well as a network of qualified ranch brokers throughout the nation.

We are well versed in 1031 exchanges and can assist in this process for both buyers and sellers. Our sales team is experienced in both real estate, and the agricultural and ranching community.

For assistance in selling, locating, purchasing or exchanging an agricultural, commercial, or recreational property, call John Knipe, Board Certified Land Broker at (208) 345–3163, or visit www.KnipeLand.com.

SOLD, New Plymouth Farmland, Idaho, $1,020,000

GOING STRONG FOR OVER 70 YEARS AND COUNTING!

When you are ready to buy or sell, call the professionals, John Knipe and team at (208) 345–3163 www.KnipeLand.com

SOLD, Eagle Creek Recreation Ranch, Oregon, $1,100,000

SALE PENDING, Starbuck Ranch, Washington, $1,850,000

SOLD, Sunnyslope Farm, Idaho, $1,360,000

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KNIPE LAND COMPANY “The Trusted Brand for Over 70 Years”

(208) 345–3163 • www.KnipeLand.com • Info@KnipeLand.com Three Mile River Ranch

$15,000,000

Beautiful 1,103± acre river ranch near New Plymouth, Idaho affords the owner miles of Payette River frontage. A live water tributary also traverses the property and provides almost free irrigation water. Abundant wildlife, fishing, and recreation. Includes three homes, cattle working facilities, and other outbuildings. Currently used as a fi rst-class cattle operation. Exceptional bird hunting and ranching. Potential for development or may work well for conservation easement.

1,103± ACRES | PAYETTE COUNTY | IDAHO PROPERTY ID: 2529935

Midvale Farm

$8,000,000

780± acre farm in Midvale, Idaho north of Weiser. Currently used as hay farm, the property consists of 524± acres, irrigated with pivots, gated pipe, and sprinklers. Structures include two homes, barn, machine shop, and other outbuildings. With over a half mile of river frontage on the Weiser River, the property also has abundant wildlife and great hunting potential.

780± ACRES | WASHINGTON COUNTY | IDAHO

River Hay Ranch

$8,000,000

700± acre cattle and hay ranch with two± miles of Umatilla River frontage, and three± miles of freeway frontage. 500± cultivatable acres are irrigated under pivots. The property includes a nice 5,500± square-foot owners home with a full basement and two kitchens, four other homes, sale barn, hay storage, shop, corrals and large pond. This ranch is currently used as a hay farm, but was previously used to run 500 head of purebred cattle. May also work well as a row crop farm or vineyard. Great steelhead and salmon fishing!

700± ACRES | UMATILLA COUNTY | IDAHO

Boise River Ranch

$6,977,000

Beautiful 540± acre ranch has approximately one mile of Boise River frontage! Year-round Sand Hollow Canal also traverses the ranch. Excellent hunting and fishing. Includes two homes, cattle working facilities, and 1,000 head feed lot set up. Currently operating as a cattle ranch, but may work well for farming, as a recreation property, or for development.

A railroad spur near the property also creates potential for industrial or mixed use development.

540± ACRES | CANYON COUNTY | IDAHO PROPERTY ID: 2382520

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(208) 345–3163 • www.KnipeLand.com • Info@KnipeLand.com Warren Oregon Farm or Ranch $5,000,000 Peaceful acreage in Warren, Oregon. Fields blending with ponds, pastures, wooded areas, gardens, and a crystal-clear lake. A creek also meanders through this beautiful acreage.

The property includes two old farmhouses, barn, shop, and has been raising premium grass hay and grass-fed beef for over 40 years. Just 30 minutes northwest of Portland, you can enjoy a relaxing rural lifestyle and endless recreational opportunities with an easy commute to the city.

97± ACRES | COLUMBIA COUNTY | OREGON PROPERTY ID: 2820606

Elk Springs Ranch

$4,250,000

144± acre recreational paradise on the river in Garden Valley, Idaho. Beautiful views of the mountains and the valley. The property includes 4,311± square-foot home, a 1,800± squarefoot manager’s house, two cabins, nine-bay equipment shed, hay barn, bunk house, and a livestock handling facility. The ranch can be purchased as a turnkey elk ranch with additional income from water usage rights to the neighboring subdivision.

144± ACRES |BOISE COUNTY | IDAHO PROPERTY ID: 1984759

Harper Valley Ranch

$1,975,000

Beautiful 401± acre cattle ranch in Harper, Oregon west of Vale. Ranch provides a good mixture of pasture and farm ground for a year-round livestock operation. Willow Spring Creek runs through the ranch providing water for livestock.

The property includes four homes, corrals, feedlot, barn, machine shed with enclosed shop, new well, and more.

Approximately 376± acres is under irrigation, with 103± acres under a new pivot.

401± ACRES | MALHEUR COUNTY | OREGON PROPERTY ID: 2382528

Snake River Hunting Farm

$1,900,000

Amazing riverfront property! 211± acres, with 182± acres of irrigated cropland. The property is located in Malheur County between Adrian, Oregon and Homedale, Idaho on the south side of the Snake River. One mile of usable river frontage with islands, and year-round springs that feed two ponds are attractive to birds. Excellent waterfowl and upland game bird hunting. May work well as a private or corporate hunting retreat, or build your dream home!

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Spokane Getaway Ranch

$1,600,000

170± acre ranch with a serene, park-like setting. The property includes a remodeled ranch home, manufactured home, 2,000± foot paved runway, airplane hangar, large machine shed, small shop, creek, timber, pasture, and pond. The beautiful Palouse area is renowned for its rich wheat production. Just 22± miles south of the Spokane Airport, and 35± miles to stunning Coeur d’Alene Lake. Can be purchased without the 40± acre parcel for $1,330,000.

170± ACRES | ADAMS COUNTY | WASHINGTON PROPERTY ID: 1660269

Payette River Ranch

$1,600,000

150± acres in a private country setting west of Emmett, Idaho.

Approximately 22± acres of irrigated agricultural land, 33± acres of irrigated grazing land, and 80± acres of dry grazing land. The property includes over three-quarters of a mile of river frontage on the Payette River, ponds, streams, and a 1,716± square-foot, three-bedroom, two-bath home, and an additional one-bedroom cabin. There are also several outbuildings included. Great hunting and fishing can be found on and near the property.

150± ACRES | GEM COUNTY | IDAHO PROPERTY ID: 2945450

Ponderosa Ranch

$1,800,000

One of the most scenic ranches in Halfway, Oregon! 633± deeded acres. 300± acres of timbered mountainsides, blending with irrigated meadows. Currently operating as a cattle ranch, the property has 271± acres of irrigated ground.

Includes a home, barn, and several outbuildings. Great hunting opportunities for deer and elk and includes two LOP tags. Commanding views of the Wallowa Mountains and the valley below.

633± ACRES | BAKER COUNTY | OREGON PROPERTY ID: 1707903

Boise River Hunting Ranch

$1,197,000

Best cattle and bird hunting ranch around. Year-round live water drainage, excellent pasture, and in the flyway for many birds. 133.6± acres with about 103± acres of irrigated ground, and one-half mile of accessible Boise River frontage. A home site on the property has power and a well (old home still there).

Located west of Caldwell, Idaho off Highway 20-26, with easy access to the freeway, and approximately 35 minutes to the Boise Airport.

133.6± ACRES | CANYON COUNTY | IDAHO PROPERTY ID: 2841889

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espite its rich history spanning more than 140 years, Steamboat Springs, located on the Continental Divide in the northwest corner of Colorado, is a well-kept secret.

Named for hot springs that made a sound early pioneers likened to the chugging of a steamboat, the community of 12,000 is the site of a top-ranked ski area and rich working lands.

Winter sports enthusiasts, visionary entrepreneurs and multi-generation ranching families call the area home creating an authentic, nuanced tapestry of the Rocky Mountain West where everyone wants to be.

The first settlers arrived in 1874 drawn to rich Yampa River Valley and the ranching opportunities it afforded.

Eventually, Steamboat Springs became one of the largest cattle shipping points in America. Today, the region still retains its agricultural heritage with more than 12 Centennial ranches having been in continuous agricultural production for more than 100 years.

More than 100,000 acres of land have been conserved in Routt County. Wild horses still roam west of town in Sand Wash Basin. One of the largest and best-managed elk herds in North America resides on nearby public land offering superlative big game hunting opportunities.

Steamboat Springs, with an elevation of 6,700 feet, has produced more winter Olympians than any other town in North America. In the early years, skiing was the primary form of transportation during the Rocky Mountain winters. It became a passion.

With an average annual snowfall of 350 inches and more than 300 days of sunshine, the area is a winter wonderland for outdoor pursuits. Nearby Steamboat Ski Resort, founded in 1963, encompasses 2,965 acres and six peaks with more than 165 trails. The Steamboat Ski Touring Center provides cross country skiers with innumerable trails so they can pursue their passion.

Snowmobile enthusiasts can enjoy groomed trails and alpine riding in deep powder snow.

As temperatures rise and the white of winter turns to the green of summer, people continue to flock outdoors.

The Yampa River provides white water opportunities as well as tamer opportunities to float. Fishing abounds in nearby lakes and streams. Cyclists can tackle the challenges of mountain trails and back road biking.

Thousands of miles of trails crisscross the million-

acre Routt National Forest encouraging hikers to load their backpacks. Equestrians can also explore Routt National Forest beginning their treks on one of the many trailheads located within five miles of Steamboat Springs. For those who prefer mechanized mounts such as ATVs and motorcycles, forest roads and trails beckon.

If that’s not enough, there are three championship golf courses.

While the sense of community is built on a shared love of the outdoors, it is also built on a shared respect for the value of education. Steamboat Springs has some of the highest ranking public schools in the state and is home to Colorado Mountain College, a four-year college.

Eighty percent of the community’s residents over the age of 25 have post-high school education.

The educated work force has attracted visionary entrepreneurs and business people to the area. As a result, the economy benefits from the presence of global companies such as SmartWool, Peabody Energy, Big Agnes, Honey Stinger and Moots Cycles. With such a high quality of life, employers report a very high level of employee satisfaction.

The community is easy in and easy out. There are two airports here: the Yampa Valley Regional Airport, located 20 miles west of Steamboat Springs, has both commercial and private jet service, and the Steamboat Springs Airport, on the northern edge of Steamboat, accommodates private air traffic.

With a community calendar of events that rivals that of much larger cities, most residents choose to stay home and enjoy what their hometown has to offer. The lengthy list includes Young Professional’s Network, Service Corps of Retired Executives, Seminars at Steamboat, Texas Music Week, Winter Carnival, First Friday Art Walk, and Perry Mansfield, the oldest continuous performing arts school and camp in the nation. Local residents and volunteers support the Yampa River Botanic Park, the new Bud Werner Memorial Library, the Steamboat Springs Art Museum, the Tread of the Pioneers Museum and Steamboat Springs Community Center.

Whether you’re a skier, a cowboy, an artist, a CEO, a retiree, an educator or an entrepreneur, Colorado Springs is a place worthy of calling home. The mix of people and the mix of amenities create an unsurpassed quality of life that is as inspiring as the landscape.

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DW YER RANCH

VALLEY PARK RANCH

Located five miles east of Interstate 25, these 6,421 deeded acres with 680 BLM leased

Just under 1,200 acres with grand views of the nearby Pikes Peak, this convenient yet

acres and 2,000 private leased acres include an older home, two center pivots, and

private ranch retreat is within one hour of Colorado Springs. A restored ranch house and

three stock water wells. The ranch has been owner operated running 300 cow/calf

guest cabin provide comfortable living and the ranch’s spectacular four-season scenery

pair or 500 yearlings. The ranch has gently sloping terrain and a variety of wildlife and

can be explored on horseback, foot or mountain bike. Within an hour of Colorado

upland birds. Ron Morris, 970.535.0881, Ron@RMABrokers.com.

Springs. Ron Morris, 970.535.0881, Ron@RMABrokers.com.

7,101± ACRES | PL AT TE COUNT Y | WHEATL AND, W YOMING

1,200 ± ACRES | TELLER COUNT Y | DIVIDE, COLORADO

PROPERT Y ID: 283384 4 | PRICE: $ 3,300,000

PROPERT Y ID: 2677471 | PRICE: $ 7,995,000

VALLEY VIEW RANCH

MURPHY LARSEN RANCH

Just two miles from Pagosa Springs and bordering national forest with unobstructed

Eight 50-acre homesites remain on this spectacular 1,500-acre shared-amenity ranch

views, the 1,353-acre historic homestead runs 900 yearlings and includes varied

bordering national forest. Enjoy central water, trails, ski hut, and a new meeting and

topography and senior water rights. Half the mineral rights and geothermal rights are

recreation facility. An opportunity to join in the activities and use the amenities at

included in the sale. Great candidate for a conservation easement or has potential for

The Home Ranch, a renowned Relais and Chateaux guest ranch, is available to the

development. Ron Morris, 970.5350881, Ron@RMABrokers.com.

homeowners. Christy Belton, 970.734.7885, Christy@RMABrokers.com.

1,353 ± ACRES | ARCHULETA COUNT Y | PAGOSA SPRINGS, COLORADO

50 ± ACRE HOMESITES | ROUT T COUNT Y | CL ARK, COLORADO

PROPERT Y ID: 1103091 | PRICE: $ 7,450,000

PROPERT Y ID: 14 31759 | PRICE: FROM $ 900,000

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NORTH PLATTE RIVER VALLEY RANCH

SIERRA MADRE RANCH

Five miles west of the historic settlement of Fort Laramie, these 7,254 deeded acres

Just inside the Medicine Bow National Forest, these 320 acres are bordered on two

with 1,160 BLM and state leased acres have one-and-a-half miles of frontage on the

sides by national forest and the other two sides by BLM lands. The property includes

North Platte River and modest improvements. The ranch provides excellent livestock

abundant water, various terrain, and winter range for many species of wildlife. There is

grazing and has been owner operated running 350 cow/calf pair or 600 yearlings.

excellent fishing in the nearby Encampment River. The ranch has a cabin and water right

Various wildlife. Ron Morris, 970.535.0881, Ron@RMABrokers.com.

dating to 1918. Ron Morris, 970.535.0881, Ron@RMABrokers.com.

8,414 ± ACRES | GOSHEN COUNT Y | FORT L ARAMIE, W YOMING

320 ± ACRES | CARBON COUNT Y | ENCAMPMENT, W YOMING

PROPERT Y ID: 2833841 | PRICE: $ 5,200,000

PROPERT Y ID: 3060969 | PRICE: $ 3,500,000

SAN MIGUEL CREEK RANCH

INYANGA RANCH

A scenic, well-balanced cattle and trophy hunting ranch showcases the best of Southern

530 acres of private river frontage, ponds, meadows, and contemporary home

Colorado. It encompasses 7,820 total acres with abundant water and is fenced into

protected by steep granite cliffs that rise up to the Flat Tops Wilderness in western

seven pastures. Carrying capacity of around 175 cow/calf pairs year-round. Built in

Colorado. Two miles of Canyon Creek flow through the ranch providing excellent

2011, the owner’s residence has amazing views. There are two other homes across the

fishing and abundant water rights for nine ponds and generous irrigation. Billy Long,

ranch. Duane Daskam, 719.942.3734, Duane@RMABrokers.com.

970.948.1333, Billy@RMABrokers.com.

7,820 ± ACRES | L AS ANIMAS COUNT Y | TRINIDAD, COLORADO

530 ± ACRES | GARFIELD COUNT Y | GLENWOOD SPRINGS, COLORADO

PROPERT Y ID: 3014 04 3 | PRICE: $ 4,700,000

PROPERT Y ID: 2329013 | PRICE: $ 23,000,000

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R ANCHO SAN CARLOS $1 25,000,000

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montecito – A historical estate of approx. 237-acres features a 29,483 sq. ft. main home, and includes 10-residential cottages, office, producing orchards, and extensive equestrian facilities.

suzanne perkins

NEVERLAND R ANCH $100,000,000

#15 -1778

2,698

ACRES

los olivos – The ultimate retreat of approx. 2,698 acres with an approx. 12,598 sq. ft. main residence, 3-guest homes, 5,500 sq. ft. theater, several barns, animal shelter facilities, corrals & more.

suzanne perkins

R A N C H O S A N J A C O TA $55,000,000

#16 -745

1, 227. 34

ACRES

santa ynez – Historic ranch with 8 certified parcels totaling approx. 1227.34 acres zoned AG. Employee housing, AG buildings, shop, office, equip. storage, 3-warehouses, 2-grain tanks, 2-pole barns.

suzanne perkins

I TA L I A N - S T Y L E V I N E YA R D E S TAT E $14, 500,000

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55.89

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montecito – Ocean views abound from the approx.

55.89 acre estate. The approx. 6,598 sq. ft. Italian Villa-style home has 4bd/5.5ba. The vineyard is planted with 5-acres of Grenache and Syrah grapes.

suzanne perkins

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R ANCH 1,769

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ACRES

This exquisite 1,769-acre ranch, with approximately 1 mile of improved La Plata River, is one of the last large acreage ranches in the region and it is only 15 minutes from historic downtown Durango. zach morse

E L K PA R K R A N C H $17, 500,000

# 697976

975

ACRES

Absolutely one of the rarest offerings, featuring 975 acres of dramatic mountains and rolling meadows within a lush river valley less than 10 minutes from historic downtown Durango. zach morse

VEGA VERDE R ANCH $8, 500,000

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Located in the heart of the north Animas River Valley lies 80 acres with picturesque views, exceptional water rights and river frontage, in addition to a beautiful main residence and other amenities. zach morse

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ELK RIVER R ANCH $22,000,000

800

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Pristine working ranch with 2 miles of the Elk River near world class skiing. 2 luxury homes, authentic saloon, classic barn and abundant water rights. An outdoor paradise with prime hunting and fishing.

pam vanatta

LAZY K R ANCH $8,000,000

#138803

27 1

ACRES

A private playground just minutes to Steamboat Ski Area. An amazing property with a luxury 11,100 sq ft log home, 4 ponds, beautiful landscaping, miles of maintained trails and abundant wildlife.

pam vanatta

EMER ALD RIDGE R ANCH $9,495,000

#140599

780

ACRES

One of the most exclusive landholdings in Steamboat Springs! A 780-acre private retreat just 3 miles from town with multiple homesites, recreational attributes and future development potential.

ren martyn

CLE AR FORK R ANCH $6,700,000

#139134

3,408

ACRES

Spectacular big game hunting acreage! Includes six hunting cabins, abundant water, springs and elevations from 6200’ to 9500’. The east boundary borders Gunnison Nat Forest and West Elk Mountains.

ren martyn

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BAR CROSS R ANCH $19,750,000

#15 - 668

1 2,045

ACRES

pinedale, wyoming – Private, scenic 12,045 acre cattle ranch one hour from Jackson Hole with fishing on the New Fork River, excellent hunting.

Adjoins National Forest, has a 40 acre private fishing lake, two building compounds, a 600 head cattle operation. Great scenery and privacy. john pierce

PAT T E R S O N R A N C H $9,900,000

# 201406176

345

ACRES

sisters, oregon – Unobstructed Cascade Mountain views, 345 ac with 339 ac of Pole Creek irrigation— one of the strongest in Central OR. 3,704 sf home, 4 ponds, 2 add’l homes, 2 barns, adjoins Public Forest. www.pattersonranch-sistersoregon.com pam mayo -phillips & brook havens

DIAMOND R BAR R ANCH $8, 570,000

# 201408825

701

ACRES

central, oregon – Secluded 701 acres of forest, meadows, 3.6 miles of Deschutes River and Cascade Mtn views. Hand-scribed log home is 10,275 sf, 4 bd, 4.5 ba. Barn, shop, indoor arena, managers home. www.diamondbarrranch-centralor.com pam mayo -phillips & brook havens

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Sporting Clays in Moonshine Country With the New Ruger Red Label PART ONE WRITTEN BY IRWIN GREENSTEIN

INSIDE A CANVAS AND LEATHER GUN SLIP, THE NEW 12-GAUGE RUGER RED LABEL LOOKED AT HOME BESIDE ME LEANING ACROSS THE SPACIOUS BACK SEAT OF THE 1939 FORD SEDAN MOONSHINE RUNNER.

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From the passenger seat of the 1939 Ford Sedan, Charlie Mincey regaled us with stories of moonshine trippin´ back in the day. He started running 200 gallons per night at the age of 14.

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ruising the legendary bootlegger Route 9 that connects Dawsonville, Georgia to Atlanta, 82-year-old Charlie Mincey recounted from the mohair passenger seat the glory days of running 200 gallons per night on snaky dirt roads—his younger eyes glancing into the rearview mirror for headlights of Revenue Agents in their own souped-up Fords confiscated from Charlie’s “moonshine trippin´” buddies. At first sight of distant beams, Charlie would open-up the triple-carburetored flathead V8 in a twisty 60mile sprint to the moonshine shot houses of Atlanta at speeds that approached 100 miles per hour. Some mornings, after a bumperto-bumper, cat-and-mouse chase, Charlie’s car would end up in his daddy’s body shop to plug the bullet holes.

Charlie Mincey with his original 1939 Ford Sedan hot rod used for carrying moonshine.

As Charlie tells it “More people were arrested in Dawsonville for moonshine than anywhere else in the country.”

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for the hefty contraband, were a telltale sign when he bought the car locally that it had seen moonshine action. Like Charlie’s own 1939 midnight special, Chuck’s Ford was black with a gray mohair interior, faux wood dashboard, three-speed stick and high-performance gearing in the rear axle. The stock V8, however, paled in comparison to Charlie’s screamer. In addition to that triple two-barrel set-up, Charlie’s engine was bored, stroked and fitted with a hot camshaft. Charlie recalled with a modest smile that his Ford was the fastest car in Atlanta. All we can say is that he never actually got caught by the police or Revenue Agents during his audacious night-time runs.

I spent two days with Charlie and Chuck zigzagging the wooded back roads where moonshine was king to evaluate the secondgeneration Ruger Red Label on sporting clays.

Our ramblings would take us to the Foxhall Resort & Sporting Club, Barnsley Garden’s SpringBank Sporting Club, Etowah Valley Sporting Clays, Georgia Racing Hall of Fame Museum to see a special exhibit devoted to Charlie, taste some of that home-brewed Dawsonville moonshine and stop at a few roadhouses for lunches of barbeque, fried chicken or meat plus two and sweet tea.

Just as Chuck’s 1939 Ford resembled Charlie’s hot rod, the reborn Ruger Red Label is nearly indistinguishable from the original despite a complete redesign that led to a $500 rollback in the MSRP.

who found them cooler in every possible way. Ruger eventually discontinued the Red Label in 2011 as the shotgun’s value proposition eroded beyond repair.

In 2014, the 12-gauge Ruger Red Label emerged totally reengineered. The list price is $1,399 but dealers will likely sell the shotgun in the neighborhood of $1,100. For the new Red Label, Ruger’s mission was to overhaul manufacturing with the intent of producing a better and cheaper shotgun than the original.

Craig Cushman, Product Manager for the Red Label, explained the receiver drew the most attention by Ruger. The firstgeneration Red Label receiver had been made from two stainless-steel halfs welded together. The method demanded individual castings, following by multiple steps of heat treatment, straightening and finishing so that it would appear as a single, seamless component. Under the old process, trunnions—the interior round pivots on which the barrels swiveled—were added after the initial casting, followed by a painstaking manual alignment to help ensure effortless and reliable operation.

“It was difficult and time consuming to make,” Craig said of the receiver.

The new single-piece receiver contributed to the lower price.

Ruger had introduced the Red Label over/under in 1977 as an inexpensive 20 gauge costing $480. Shortly afterwards the 12 gauge became available eventually followed by a 28 gauge. The Ruger Red Label had risen to an American icon—introducing generations of wing and clays shooters to their beloved sports.

During its tenure, the first-generation Red Label saw enhancements such as screw-in chokes, optional straight English grip and custom engravings that embellished the definitive, plain stainless-steel receiver.

But time proved a harsh judge on the Ruger Red Label. The shotgun endured growing criticism of poor finish, harsh recoil and heaviness. By 2011, the MSRP had risen 275 percent to nearly $1,800. While the Ruger Red Label remained unchanged during its 37 years, over/unders from Beretta, Browning, Caesar Guerini and Turkish manufacturers mounted an assault either through superior quality or lower prices. Concurrently, semiautos figured into the equation of younger shooters in particular

The latest Ruger Red Label receiver is cast as one piece with the trunnions molded in. “We took a tremendous amount of labor out the production,” he added.

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Charlie Mincey with the 1939 Ford Sedan and Ruger Red Label at the Foxhall Resort & Sporting Club.

Naturally, Ruger upgraded the machines used in manufacturing, although retained the same materials. This investment also yielded an array of internal components fashioned on digital CNC equipment for more precise tolerances and greater reliability.

be ordered with 26-, 28- or 30-inch barrels with weight varying from 7½ to 7.9 pounds depending on barrel length. It’s packaged with five Briley steel-compatible chokes (two skeet, one full, one modified and one improved cylinder). The auto-safety may annoy some folks.

“Every part on the Red Label was in some way re-engineered,” Craig noted, including the addition of two-inch forcing cones and back-boring to the second-generation, coldforged-hammered lighter, vented barrels. The stainless-steel receiver’s edges benefited from rounder edges and tight wood-to-metal seams along the updated contemporary rake of the boxlock body.

Ruger claims that the balance point had been moved rearward for a better swing over the earlier Red Label, although many could argue that the 12 gauge is still too heavy.

Currently, only the 12 gauge is available, but we can expect a 20 gauge in the coming months if demand warrants.

Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pads are standard for better recoil management. The Red Label continues with a mechanical trigger for assured second shots. The oil-finished American walnut stock features a 1½-inch drop at comb, 2½-inch drop at heel and a 14½-inch length of pull. The 12-gauge Red Label can

Over the next 48 hours, we were about to take on the reengineered Ruger Red Label and its critics by shooting sporting clays as the 1939 Ford Sedan motored through Georgia’s moonshine country.

In Part Two of the series, we’ll visit Foxhall Resort & Sporting Club and Barnsley Garden’s SpringBank Sporting Club to shoot the Ruger Red Label. Part Three will take us to Etowah Valley Sporting Clays, Georgia Racing Hall of Fame Museum in Dawsonville and some moonshine sippin´.

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Cielo Vista Ranch 83,368± Acres in Costilla County, Colorado

Wasatch Peaks Ranch

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.

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.

Consisting of 12,740± acres, the Wasatch Peaks Ranch is 35 minutes from Salt Lake City. The ranch controls a continuous ridgeline of 24 peaks, 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-plus miles of trails.

Enjoy a private sanctuary, exclusive mountain club, or consider the development potential. Contact Ken Mirr.

$105,000,000

$46,000,000

Property ID: 2806040

Property ID: 2690397

Laramie Foothills Reserve 3,853± Acres in Larimer County, Colorado

12,740± Acres in Morgan County, Utah

Edjumar Ranch 806± Acres in Johnson County, Wyoming

Laramie Foothills Reserve is situated just 25 miles north of Fort Collins, Colorado, and lies in the Laramie Foothills region characterized by rolling grassy uplands with private parks and swales, granite rock outcroppings with ponderosa pines, and deep canyon walls reaching down to river bottom. This unique property offers a striking balance of a sustainable cattle-grazing operation and unspoiled wildlife habitat within a distinctive ecological landscape. Contact Ken Mirr or Daniel Carter.

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.

Property ID: 1896624

Property ID: 2686220

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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-plus 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.

Hardscrabble Mountain Ranch 1,516± Acres in Eagle County, Colorado As one of the last remaining unbroken ranches in the Vail/Eagle River Valley, the 1,516± acre Hardscrabble Mountain Ranch offers the full spectrum of sought-after ranch attributes: two-and-a-half miles of private fishing, big game hunting, productive agricultural operations, water rights and 7.75 miles of shared BLM border. Positioned directly between the town of Eagle and Frost Creek— formerly Adam’s Mountain Country Club—the ranch is ideally located seven miles from the Eagle County Municipal Airport, 24 miles from Beaver Creek, and 33 miles from Vail. Contact Ed Roberson.

$46,000,000

$20,000,000

Property ID: 1896664

Property ID: 2441657

Seven Diamonds Ranch 542± Acres in Custer County, Colorado

Seminoe Mountain Ranch 9,000± Acres in Natrona County, Wyoming

The 542-acre Seven Diamonds Ranch lies in the heart of Colorado’s renowned Wet Mountain Valley at the confluence of Grape and Swift Creek, the valleys two main drainages. This beautiful hay and cattle ranch is prime agricultural land with 350 acres of irrigated hay ground and the balance of upland pasture. The ranch is the first private property upstream of the DeWeese Reservoir, and owns both sides of a mile-and-a-half of Grape Creek, the quiet pleasure of local fly fishermen. Contact Woody Beardsley.

Near the shores of Seminoe Reservoir and the North Platte River and at the base of the Seminoe Mountains lies this 9,000± acre—1,441 deeded, 7,401 leased—recreational haven. Seminoe Mountain Ranch lies in a scenic basin with impeccable improvements at the base of the mountains along Lost Creek.

Just over an hour drive from Casper, the ranch is in coveted trophy elk and mule deer units with the current owner receiving two landowner tags for each.

Given the ranch’s strategic location, it offers practically exclusive hunting on the surrounding public lands. Contact Jared Souza.

$2,950,000

$2,800,000

Property ID: 2327673

Property ID: 2260522

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Canyon Creek Ranch

Sandoval Ranch

3,247± Acres in San Miguel County, Colorado

8,672± Acres in Las Animas County, Colorado

Only 25 miles from Telluride, Canyon Creek Ranch offers unencumbered mountain solitude with some of the most extraordinary views in North America. The property sits atop East Iron Springs Mesa, with year-round county road access. There are several ponds on the ranch and wildlife is abundant including elk, deer, bear, and turkey. Canyon Creek lies in Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s Game Management Unit 61, which is widely regarded as one of the top trophy elk units in the state. The property is modestly improved with a caretaker’s home, guesthouse, and several outbuildings. Contact Jeff Hubbard or Pat Lancaster.

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-plus bucks are regularly harvested here. There are also good populations of elk, antelope, bears, and turkeys. Contact Jeff Hubbard or Pat Lancaster.

$19,250,000

$10,400,000

Property ID: 2329368

Property ID: 2688385

Living Springs Ranch 1,894± Acres in Deuel County, Nebraska Living Springs Ranch is a scenic productive working farm and ranch with excellent access. Just off of Interstate 80 near the intersection with Interstate 76, the ranch offers 1,894± deeded acres that are a priced to sell for the market in the area. With very good water rights, productive soils, and good grass this ranch is a great opportunity for an experienced or first time operator. It also presents a good investment opportunity as there are numerous cash lease, share crop, and grazing lease possibilities in the area. The property consists of 182± acres under pivot irrigation, 294± gravity flood irrigated acres, 294± acres of sub-irrigated grass, and 1,066± acres of rangeland grass. Contact Robb Nelson.

$2,805,700 Property ID: 3067564

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Mydland Ranch 373± Acres in Sheridan County, Wyoming The Mydland Ranch is a beautiful and diverse ranch property located within minutes of the famous western town of Sheridan, Wyoming. The property is approximately 373 deeded acres with Soldier Creek running through the entire length of the ranch. Offering a great combination of irrigated meadows, wooded riparian habitat, and cedar breaks, this is fantastic habitat for a diversity of wildlife including upland birds, whitetail deer, mule deer, and pronghorn.

Contact Duffy Brown.

$2,000,000

Property ID: 2806000

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Rocking Bar MB Ranch 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.

338± Acres in Hinsdale County, Colorado The 338± acre Rocking Bar MB Ranch is a rustic luxury retreat tucked deep inside the San Juan Mountains with Continental Divide views. Nestled on a small bench adjoining national forest lies a ranch compound of exquisitely designed homes, barns and cabins, clad in weathered rough hewn timbers, and stacked atop indigenous rock. 80 percent is irrigated by historic water rights and includes three large stocked fishing ponds. While remote, the property has year-round access with world-class fishing and hunting, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing. Contact Ken Mirr.

$9,200,000

$7,900,000

Property ID: 1612902

Property ID: 2911518

Fazenda Ranch

Elk Creek Ranch

140± Acres in Custer County, Colorado

2,850± Acres in Rio Blanco County, Colorado

Fazenda Ranch is a thoughtfully designed western equestrian estate. Nestled in the Wet Mountain Valley just eight miles north of the quaint town of Westcliffe, this 140-acre ranch is well set up for horse operations with numerous pastures, custom barns, indoor arena, and other high-end equine facilities. The compound also features a distinctive 7,000-square-foot log home as well as tasteful guest accommodations and caretaker’s quarters, creating an all-encompassing mountain retreat. Contact Daniel Carter.

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.

$1,800,000

$1,700,000

Property ID: 2326166

Property ID: 2686583, 2686276, and 2686553

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GORE RANCH

A true legacy big game hunting ranch, livestock operation and wildlife preserve in Western Colorado.

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With 17,480± deeded acres, the Gore Ranch represents a rare opportunity for ownership or stewardship of a true legacy big game hunting ranch, livestock operation and wildlife preserve here in Western Colorado. A true diamond situated in the beautiful rugged sandstone canyons, natural arches, spires and alcoves of the McInnis Canyons Natural Conservation Area consists of approximately 123,430 acres of BLM administered lands with the Gore Ranch bordering 75,000± acres of the Black Ridge Canyons Wilderness area—which is a part of this unique natural resource.

There are 13 BLM livestock grazing allotment permits comprising 45,000± acres and are contiguous to the deeded lands. The deeded lands land-lock approximately 35–45 percent of this BLM permit country which only adds to the privacy of this legacy ranch. Gore Ranch is the sole owner/user of these BLM permits. One National Forest livestock grazing permit for 248 cow/calf pairs on approximately 7,000± acres of National Forest lands. This is a shared permit with an adjoining landowner also running an additional 157 cow/calf pairs with Gore’s 248 pair.

Historically, the ranch has carried on a year-round basis over 500 cow/calf pairs and a band of over 1,000 sheep, but has been reduced in recent years to a comfortable 350–400 pair of cattle only to better accommodate the range and wildlife. All sheep were taken off the ranch in 1992. The ranch has eight sets of working cow corrals, chutes and pens scattered from the low country to the higher elevations throughout the ranch.

The ranch is operated and managed by the current owner and

two full-time employees. Additional help is utilized during branding time, round up, sorting or trailing cows via family, friends, and neighbors. The ranch raises all its own hay.

Livestock and equipment not included in sale, but can be purchased separately.

Gore Ranch is truly one of the finest trophy elk hunting ranches in both Colorado and in the Western states region. On average there are 300–400 elk that call the ranch home year-round.

Many trophy bulls from the 340-inch to 400-inch plus class have been harvested on the ranch in recent years. Located in Game Management Unit (GMU) 40—renowned for world-class elk hunting, trophy mule deer, bear, mountain lion, and excellent turkey hunting. Several trophy mule deer from 180-inch to over 200-inch have been taken over the years as well. GMU 40 is a total draw unit for big game and the Gore Ranch does receive landowner voucher tags for both elk and mule deer based on the Landowner Preference Program (LPP) under the Colorado Parks and Wildlife program. The ranch is an excellent candidate for the Colorado Parks and Wildlife “Ranching for Wildlife Program”, which would allow the ranch a much higher amount of bull or either sex elk landowner vouchers. Current owners have for many years managed both the deeded (17,480± acres) along with the BLM and National Forest Permit lands (52,000± acres) to always improve the wildlife habitat—hence the excellent hunting, and wildlife paradise this legacy ranch has become due to strict management principles which have yielded very impressive results.

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HUNTING PARADISE 80± ACRES | GARFIELD COUNTY | COLORADO

Secluded mountain getaway! 80± acres located in the Bookcliffs about an hour drive north of Loma, Colorado 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. Lying within GMU 30 this property provides excellent opportunities to harvest elk, deer, bear, lion, and more all from the comfort of your own mountain cabin. Four wheelers in the summer and snowmobiles in winter, this property is one-of-a-kind. Contact us today for more information. Adjoining 160± acres available as well, contact us for details.

STUNNING PICTURESQUE RANCH 98.24± ACRES | MONTROSE COUNTY | COLORADO

Spectacular mountain views from this stunning log home on 98.24± acres. Fantastic shop and machine shed, gorgeous fencing, pond, and so much more! Log home is a five-bedroom, three-bath, 4,250± square-foot quintessential Colorado log home. Views that go on forever right out the wall of windows in the living room. Covered deck, spacious back patio, and so much more! Located just minutes south of Crawford.

$205,900

$1,450,000

AVARITTE HORSE RANCH

WEST ELK MOUNTAIN RETREAT

70± ACRES | DELTA COUNTY | COLORADO | PROPERTY ID: 1817964

500± ACRES | GUNNISON COUNTY | COLORADO | PROPERTY ID: 2685478

Exquisite 70± acre equestrian property with outstanding views! Custom built home sits atop the mesa overlooking the Gunnison River and the valley floor. Features a 144x60 indoor riding arena. A 24-foot southern extension of the arena encompasses a 10-foot wide aisle, stalls, a double foaling stall, tack room, feed room, shavings storage, wash/vet rack area, central vacuum system, and much more. Home has been updated and offers views, cathedral ceilings and more! This is a turn-key set-up.

Gorgeous, pristine, and very private 500± mountain acres located 12 miles southeast of Paonia in the West Elk Mountains. Breathtaking views of Mount Gunnison and the West Elks from your front porch. Enjoy this wildlife paradise with excellent big game hunting for elk, deer, bear, and turkey in GMU 53 with over the counter tags for bull elk. Plus your very own trout pond and creek located near the main cabin. Seasonal access via a Forest Service Road and the property does border the Gunnison National Forest.

$1,490,000

$1,500,000

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ore and more people express a desire to own a mountain property as a retreat from the daily grind of city life, with hopes of building a family legacy of experiencing outdoor adventures. Yet, until recently, only the world’s most affluent could boast the ability to not only plunk down multi-millions to buy such a high-quality ranch property but also invest the significant dollars needed to maintain it. With technology now enabling people to work from anywhere in the world and with people beginning to pursue less stressful and more mindful ways of life, many who dream of owning a mountain ranch are coming to the realization that you don’t have to own a castle to live like a king.

Enter the availability and accessibility of the ranch community.

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Ranch communities can now be found throughout the mountain west and can be had for a fraction of the cost of a stand-alone, single-owner property, with a reduced total cost of ownership due to shared responsibility for land maintenance, cultivation, and improvement. In today’s world, with fewer and fewer large western parcels available, a large, quality ranch can exceed even the most affluent buyer’s budget. With a growing desire to own a piece of the western lifestyle, ranch communities can deliver what few can afford: a home with a mountain stream as the front yard and a mountain range as the backyard.

Ranch communities could therefore be an option for people who want to spend less time, less money, and less commitment on upkeep and more time enjoying the great outdoors with family and friends. There are many benefits of shared cost among ranch

community owners, including preserving the surrounding ranch lands, maintaining healthy meadows, fisheries, wildlife habitat, and also ensuring established access and governs caretaker needs. Owners can simply reap the benefits of ranch living (jump in the jeep, head to the ski hill, grab the fly rod and fish). As part of a ranch community, you can own more river, access more land, have more accessibility to modern-day conveniences, enjoying a less stressful lifestyle, living as part of a community on a premium piece of property without paying a premium.

M4 Ranch Group specializes in understanding ranch communities, offering premier ranch’s that range from $450,000–$2,000,000, depending on quality, location and acreage.

“Ranch communities deliver ranch living at a fraction of the cost, and labor.”

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The Lake Fork Hunting and Fish Club is a fine example of a premium western fishing and hunting ranch just minutes from mountain town amenities. For the more remote enthusiast, The Cebolla River Ranch Club provides pristine seclusion with over six miles of exceptional private water on a deeded 35acre parcel. For those seeking year-round outdoor adventure, locating and buying a reasonably priced, high-quality recreational ranch near a Class-A ski town is just this side of impossible. With a large demand, and a very limited number of quality ranches, these regions see the lowest opportunity for a private owner to find success. If a quality ranch is available, the pricing would likely start in the tens of millions if not higher.

Due to the popularity of these regions, we are now seeing more multi-seasonal ranch clubs becoming available. Two fine

examples of well-designed and constructed sporting ranch clubs near a class-A ski area are the Wilder on the Taylor and the Reserve on the East River, both located near the famous Crested Butte, Colorado.

If owning a premier western ranch is a personal goal, it is worth the time to pinpoint exactly what owning a ranch means to you and why. Identify the amenities that hold the highest value, the burdens and/or obstacles that represent the deal-breakers.

Then simply focus on getting as many of your must-haves with the money you plan to invest.

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CEBOLLA RIVER R ANCHES - A R ANCH COMMUNITY Cebolla River Ranches is a fishing paradise and true legend in ranch communities. This remote property hosts over six± miles of private Cebolla Creek ranging from open meadow streams for the relaxed fishermen, to tight canyons for the most adventurous sportsman.

The full family membership includes a riverfront deeded 35± acre parcel, a common club house, and a full-time caretaker. Many of the founding families still proudly call this their private getaway, making this a true family legacy property. Seldom do you find a fishing property that is so tranquil and has such dynamic recreation. Offered at $595,000.

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The Lake Fork Hunt and Fish Club hosts over three miles of the world famous Lake Fork of the Gunnison River as well as 12 fully stocked and active trout lakes. Boasting over 1,300± deeded acres, the club controls a great deal of exceptional hunting on both private and public lands.

The Full Family Membership at this Club includes a spectacular, fully furnished, well-appointed luxurious log home and toy garage that leaves even the most critical sportsman in awe. Offered at $1,850,000.

LAKE CITY, COLOR ADO | PROPERTY ID: 2842932

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IVORDT R ANCH Nestled in a breathtaking canyon, the Ivordt Ranch is an end of the road experience. A 680± acre sanctuary peppered with old growth spruce, ponderosa pines, quaking aspens, and several miles of willow-lined, trout-filled Powderhorn Creek that cuts through lush irrigated hay meadows. 62,000± acres of the Powderhorn Wilderness Area awaits you at your fence line, with well-managed herds of mule deer and elk in the legendary Big Game Unit 66.

Offered at $5,900,000.

POWDERHORN, COLOR ADO | PROPERTY ID: 1540520

STARLIGHT MEADOW R ANCH Starlight Meadow Ranch is an exquisite 240± acre cattle ranch

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SAN JUAN MOUNTAIN SANCTUARY San Juan Mountain Sanctuary is 30± acres of deeded ground, set in hundreds of thousands of public acres. Located at the headwaters of the Lake Fork River and tucked beneath three of Colorado’s 14,000-foot peaks, the location, privacy, and views of this property are some of the most remarkable in the lower 48.

An exquisite 4,115± square-foot brick home provides luxurious comfort in a mountain setting. Your front yard consists of 3,000 feet of live water that feeds the well irrigated hay meadows, providing a stunning sanctuary for wildlife that can be viewed from the heated comfort of your deck. Offered at $2,650,000.

LAKE CITY, COLOR ADO | PROPERTY ID: 872970

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BRISTOL MOUNTAIN R ANCH This 201± acre ranch is nestled at the base of the picturesque Bristol Head Peak, backed into public lands, and located in the upper Rio Grande River valley. There is over 4,500 feet of troutloaded pristine Clear Creek that runs through the property.

Improvements on the ranch consist of a historic riverfront main home, a guest home, and a 18,000-square-foot horse facility.

The recreational aspects of this ranch and this region are unsurpassed, from exceptional big game hunting in the famous limited Unit 76 to float fishing the world-renowned salmon hatch on the Rio Grande River. Offered at $2,425,000.

CREEDE, COLOR ADO | PROPERTY ID: 1737838

LITTLE WILLOW R ANCH 160± acres of deeded land surrounded by national forest. Little Willow Ranch has exceptional improvements, access, and privacy.

This property is located in Big Game Unit 66, home to the west’s finest big game herds. A truly remarkable mountain cabin sits on the banks of its own private lake and serves as a base for limitless recreation opportunities. Just out your front door awaits exceptional OHV and horse trails, high mountain Brookie streams, top trout rivers, and Colorado’s best lake fishing. Offered at $1,095,000.

POWDERHORN, COLOR ADO | PROPERTY ID: 1648036

POWDERHORN CREEK R ANCH This ranch has valley views, rock formations, and meandering Powderhorn Creek that are all gracefully accented by a newly built frontier-style home. An oversized garage and fully equipped guest quarters are welcome additions to a well laid out master plan of the improvements. Irrigated hay meadows, water rights, a workshop as well as a full equestrian facilities complete this western ranch. The 200± private acres are backed into thousands upon thousands of public acres. From a wildlife standpoint, the ranch is located in the world-famous Big Game Unit 66. Offered at $1,395,000.

POWDERHORN, COLOR ADO | PROPERTY ID: 1005657

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CONSULTATION AND PROPERTY MANAGEMENT We offer no-obligation market evaluations as well as management and leasing of agricultural and commercial investment assets.

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13167 Arapahoe Drive, Piedmont, South Dakota 57769

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McKnight Angus Ranch PERKINS COUNTY | SOUTH DAKOTA | PROPERTY ID: 307937 7,308± ACRES | $8,400,000

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The McKnight Angus Ranch

It’s with extreme pleasure that we at Hewitt Land Company, Inc. present the McKnight Angus Ranch for your careful consideration.

The McKnight Angus Ranch has established itself as one of the foremost recognized angus operations in the northern plains. With a reputation for the highest quality bolstered with honesty, integrity, and fair-dealing. Along with the production of high-quality purebred and commercial seedstock they have an expansive farming operation not only relative to feed production but in cash grain farming as well.

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Operation The McKnight Angus Ranch operation consists of 7,308 total acres (6,428± acres deeded) of which 3,060.70± acres are mapped tillable (2,549 acres will be in crop production and 350 acres in hay production in 2016) with 4,409± well-blocked acres currently in grass production. The leased lands include 320 acres of South Dakota state lease and 560 acres of private lease. The owner will cooperate in the transfer of the private leases, however transfer is not assured. The 2015 real estate tax assessment was $29,314.39.

Location McKnight Angus Ranch is located in Perkins County, approximately six miles west and two miles south of the city of Bison, South Dakota.

The ranch is accessible from either US Highway 20 or the Bixby Road.

Well-maintained township roads provide access to the ranch from both the east and north.

Just a short drive from The McKnight Angus Ranch sits the town of Bison, South Dakota which serves as the County seat and offers

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services such as schools, grocery, County Government and USDA

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ranch is within a 30 minute drive to medical facilities in Hettinger,

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operations as well as tremendous feed and grain production. As the

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corn belt has expanded and commercial farming has advanced, more

air services are available at Rapid City, South Dakota or Bismarck,

corn, sunflowers, flax, and beans have been produced in the area

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along with traditional small grains such as wheat, barley, and oats.

Thousands of feeder cattle are grown and developed in Perkins County providing value and opportunity to any progressive livestock and farming operation in the surrounding area.

offices, crop and property insurance providers, and more. The

Improvements The main improvements on the property are located in the southern portion of the ranch and they are extensive! Consisting of five homes, well-established shelter belts, numerous calving barns and sheds, state-of-the-art cattle-working facilities, heated sale barn, several machine sheds, approximately 150,000 bushel of grain storage (with elevator leg), large bunker silo, thousands of feet of steel pipe continuous fence, approximately eight private wells, with six Perkins County rural water taps, and miles of pipeline with large rubber tire tanks set in concrete. Great cost and energy has been expended to build roads with auto-gates in and around the headquarters to allow for ease of maneuvering.

The fences on the grassland are in excellent condition with miles of nearly-new fencing constructed of mostly four-to-six strand high tensile barbed wire and a generous ratio of wood to steel. The water

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on the grassland is provided by an ample supply of water tanks served by shallow wells and the Perkins County Rural Water System. Several stock dams are also located on the property. These attributes, along with access to US Highway 20 and Highway 75, makes this one of the most easily accessed and most versatile properties anywhere.

The grass on the McKnight Ranch has been under superb management and is in excellent condition, some of the acreage is in tame grass producing far more than a strictly native grass ranch of similar

Pricing Rarely does one have the opportunity to purchase a combination of farm and ranch property of this caliber and this well improved. The property is priced in its entirety at $8,400,000. An optional turnkey price is available to acquire the entire McKnight angus cow herd, bull battery, machinery and equipment, and feed inventory which shall be negotiated separately.

size. The fences on the McKnight Angus Ranch are also in excellent condition, with over 20 miles of fence having been newly or recently constructed, with a generous proportion of wood to steel posts and mostly five and six strand barbed wire.

The farmland included in this offering is comprised of highly productive class II, III and IV soils including: morton-lantry loam, morton-loam, belfield-grail sit loam, reeder- rhodes loam, manning fine sandy loam, and others, with an average annual rainfall of 17.66 inches. The farming program has been continuous cropped with a wheat, sunflower, corn, and barley rotation with a rigorous weed control and fertilizer regimen. The 2016 crop includes approximately 700 acres spring wheat, 1,600 acres sunflowers, 148 acres corn, 101

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Personal Journey of Land Management

American naturalist John James Audubon once wrote, “A true conservationist is a man who knows that the world is not given by his fathers, but borrowed from his children.” Best known for his keen nature observations and iconic paintings of birds in their natural habitat, Audubon eventually brought his advocacy of rural land to western Kentucky and the Midsouth. An avid hunter, Audubon became a strong advocate for conservation. For him, the land was personal.

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wo centuries later, Jeffrey Hignight of Jonesboro, Arkansas, delivers much of the same passion with his clients to preserve and manage one of America’s most treasures assets.

“With the land, it’s very personal,” says Hignight, professional farm manager, real estate broker, and partner at Glaub Farm Management in Jonesboro, Arkansas. “You are managing someone’s land asset that may have been in the family for generations. It could also be a significant part of their accumulated wealth. The land owners are putting their trust in you to help make the right decisions so they can meet their goals, whether it’s financial, production or conservation.”

Hignight brings strong agricultural perspective to his current professional farm manager role at Glaub Farm Management, where he advocates for the land owners and counsels on improving the land. Growing up in Lonoke, Arkansas, his connection to agriculture was through his grandparents on both sides of the family, who raised cattle in the southwest part of the state. His father, Tommy, worked at Farm Credit Service and made sure the family made the journey to the family farms whenever they could.

“I spent a lot of time on the cattle farms in the summer months,” Hignight says. “I just enjoyed being around the farm. We used to go out with my grandparents to the cattle ponds, or to a nearby lake, and spent a few hours fishing. Those are great memories.”

FOUNDATION IN AG ECONOMICS After graduating from Arkansas State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Business, Hignight went on to graduate school at the University of Arkansas, where he earned his Master of Science degree in Agricultural Economics. After graduation, he went to work as a research associate for the university’s Division of Agriculture at the Rice Research Center in Stuttgart, where his work centered on the economics of farming.

“I spent a lot of time putting financial numbers to the ag research and helping with the crop enterprise budgets for the major row crops in Arkansas,” he says. “I also was involved with the university’s Rice Verification Program. It was a great experience.”

Looking back, Hignight says it was an internship during his undergraduate years with farm manager Ted Glaub that sparked his interest in eventually working with landowners. He left the university to join Glaub Farm Management in 2010, providing company marketing support, real estate sales and assistance with managed properties.

Today, he refers to farm management as - agricultural asset management, with the goal of providing and executing personalized farm ownership plans, whether it’s acquiring, selling or managing farm assets, or facilitating the transfer of property to the next generation.

“I get the most satisfaction from finding a property for a client and then working with them to develop and implement a plan to improve it,” Hignight says. “Here in the Delta, you can really transform a marginal piece of land and turn it into a grade A property.”

MORE THAN NUMBERS Hignight, who refers to himself as an economics “numbers guy,” says the dynamics of his role keep him highly engaged with sales and consulting with clients from multiple generations and backgrounds.

“I have many clients I haven’t met in person, mostly in real estate sales,” he says. “I may be sitting in my office talking to a client who is from Chicago, and their land is in southeast Arkansas.”

Sometimes, his job is a little like “walking a tightrope.”

“Last year, we were working on a sale of 100 acres of rural land,” Hignight recalls. “It involved 25 heirs located in 10 different states.

Luckily, one of the heirs took the initiative and was my main point of contact and worked closely with me, and we were able to find a buyer. Even though everything was done over the phone, the experience demonstrated how land ownership is very personal.”

Hignight is early in his career and has learned to pull from his childhood experience on his grandparents’ farms, his education and also his mentor, Ted Glaub, who encouraged him to join the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers (ASFMRA) and earn his accreditation. Glaub was ASFMRA national president in 2000, and knew the benefits of the organization would pay off for his protégé.

Hignight not only earned his accreditation in 2012, but also served as Mid-South Chapter president in 2012-2013 and currently serves on a few national committees.

“The benefits of working with an accredited ASFMRA member is that they have shown a willingness and dedication to continue learning and improving,” Hignight says. “ASFMRA is such a tremendous resource and the networking has helped me improve my professional service. It has also provided me with the confidence in knowing that I have an incredible professional network that I can turn to as a resource.”

Traveling abroad has also provided rich experiences. A visit to China as part of the University of Arkansas’ LeadAR program for emerging state leaders in rural and urban communities gave him the opportunity to visit diverse areas of the country and meet with business leaders and government officials.

LEISURE TIME After long hours at work, Hignight returns to the land, the outdoors and the simple enjoyments of life. “I didn’t grow up on a farm, but I find a way to get out and unwind,” he says.

In warmer weather, you can find him biking and riding trails with his brothers or hiking with his nieces. Summers are also filled with pastimes such as crawfish boils and canoe trips on one of Arkansas’ scenic Ozark Mountain rivers. Sometimes, it’s as simple as a back yard game of wiffle ball with his girlfriend, Colby, and her family and engaging their Goldendoodle, Fitz, in a game of fetch.

“I do enjoy Arkansas Razorback football and hunting. I primarily deer hunt in southwest Arkansas at my grandparent’s place. I’m blessed that both of my grandfathers are still with us and it is great to spend time with them on the farm during hunting season.”

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In many ways, Eric Wilkinson never left the farm.

The Kankakee, Illinois farm manager has fond memories of his childhood, working alongside his father, grandfather and siblings on the small family livestock and grain farm near Mazon, Illinois. The years instilled more than just strong work ethic and family values. There was always a lot to do, from the tedious after-school chores of cleaning out hog pens to taking on greater responsibilities when he got older. But for Wilkinson, there was something more.

Over the years, he developed an undeniable passion for the land. He knew that his life-long career would somehow be tied to the farm.

“They say that roots run deep on a farm and in a farming community, and I have definitely lived that,” Wilkinson says.

“I’ve always been very much entrenched in the farm and rural life. I still have a strong connection, just in a different capacity as a farm manager.”

Wilkinson would leave the family farm to pursue an education, but would eventually return to live not too far away. After graduating from Iowa State University in May 2008 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Business, he returned to Illinois and joined Hertz Farm Management, first as a farm manager and real estate sales representative in the company’s Monticello office. In 2011, he transferred to Hertz’s Kankakee office, where today he is the general office manager. Wilkinson personally manages 14,000 acres of farmland.

“It has been very rewarding. You could say that I am living my dream,” Wilkinson says. “I’m still connected to the farm in so many ways by working with farm owners and their operators and helping them make the decisions to achieve their goals.”

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conservation to financial and succession strategies. Wilkinson and the other professional staff in the Kankakee office work diligently to keep up with the trends that will affect their 200plus clients; they recently added a rural appraiser to the team.

and also help each other through networking and sharing experiences. When you can interact with professionals who are the best in the industry, then you become better in the process.”

Wilkinson’s connection with the land is well-served as he sees more land owners looking to him for land conservation planning, with the goal of preserving properties for future generations. He credits his passion for stewarding the land to growing up on the farm and his father’s commitment to controlling soil erosion on the family farm. Today, his father, Dan, operates a farm drainage company in addition to managing the family farm.

Wilkinson has made a professional goal of fine-tuning his professional skillset, and partnering with his land owner clients for many more shared successes over the years. He looks forward to greater responsibilities at Hertz Farm Management and organizations such as ASFMRA to help him get there.

“We are blessed in this area of northern Illinois with an abundance of rainfall for the crops, but that blessing is also something that needs to be managed when it comes to the soil,” Wilkinson says. “Erosion control projects such as pattern tile subsurface drainage systems are becoming more important for land owners who are committed to preserving the assets of the soil and the farmland.”

Wilkinson tells the story of one such land owner, a long-term client who inherited farmland.

“She took the approach that the land was a gift to her, and she wants to pass it on to future generations in even better condition than it is today,” Wilkinson says. “Together, we saw some significant drainage issues on the tracts that were affecting the crop production and the land itself.”

Wilkinson worked with soil conservation experts to come up with a management plan to help curb some of the soil erosion and runoff that they were seeing on the properties.

“It has been a great challenge and very rewarding to work with her and the farm operator to implement new production practices and drainage installations,” Wilkinson says, “They will help her not only increase financial returns from increased consistency of crop production, but also future generations will enjoy the properties for years to come. It’s very rewarding and gratifying.”

FAMILY ROOTS

When asked about hobbies, Wilkinson says with a chuckle, “I guess you could say the farm has always been my staple hobby.”

At the top of his list is time spent back on the farm and with family, enjoying the outdoors and the country life. On the home front, Wilkinson and his wife, Amber, are improving their family farmstead and looking forward to putting in that new fence around the pasture for the hobby livestock.

The Wilkinsons are also busy raising their two children—Lyla, four, Grahm, two, and a third child is on the way, due this summer. And, Wilkinson tries to steal away to his father’s farm in Mazon as often as he can to help out and even swap a few soil conservation stories and tips.

“We’re surrounded by family and the farm.

There’s the passion that goes along with being close to the farm, and we wouldn’t have it any other way.”

SECRET SAUCE

The experience validates two components for success in Wilkinson’s view—effectively communicating with land owners and stakeholders, and staying educated and current on trends and issues affecting agriculture and rural properties. He finds this in the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers (ASFMRA), where he is currently president-elect of the Illinois chapter. He has also served nationally, on the accreditation and education committee and more recently as co-chairman of the Young Professional Network.

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Rapidan River Farm

51± and 150± Acres Greene County, Virginia Offered at $1,250,000 or $2,300,000

Beautiful Renovated and Expanded Farmhouse

Beautiful Landscaping & Orchard

Rapidan River Frontage

Exceptional Farm Infrastructure

Blue Ridge Mountain Views

Fenced Pastures with Auto-Waterers

North of Charlottesville

Beautiful Building Sites

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River View Farm Property ID: 2978703

181± Acres Louisa and Orange Counties, Virginia Offered at $1,550,000

North Anna River Frontage

Views From Home to River

Multiple Streams and Springs

Walking/Riding Trails

5,600± Square-Foot Cypress Log Home

Very Private but Not Remote

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Pleasant View Farm Property ID: 2229320

91± Acres Albemarle County, Virginia Offered at $1,500,000

91± Acres and Two Tax Map Parcels

Home Overlooks One of Two Large Ponds

Exceptional One-Story Floor Plan

Fenced for Livestock

Cook’s Kitchen

Large Woodworking Building

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$40,000,000

26 RANCH A historic cattle ranch, the expansive 26 Ranch—formerly and known to most as 25 Ranch—is situated in northern Nevada and encompasses 126,018± deeded acres spanning across four counties.

One of the largest and oldest ranches in the state, 26 Ranch holds many vested and decreed water rights dating back to the 1870s and 1880s. Improved with main residence, numerous dwellings, corrals, barns, shops, and support buildings, 26 Ranch features numerous water sources, vast, longstanding BLM grazing permits and a carrying capacity of 6,500± cows on a year-round basis.

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Additionally, we offer 60,171± deeded acres within the perimeter of 26 Ranch. Currently leased by 26 Ranch, these fee owned acres are offered at $9,100,000.

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HISTORY One of the foremost historic cattle ranches in northern Nevada, many of the ranching properties consisting of what now comprises the 26 Ranch were established and settled in the 1870s. Originally assembled separately through acquisition of individual ranch properties—such as the Blossom Ranch and St. John’s Ranch—�the lands were owned and operated by Russell Land & Cattle Company and by W.T. Jenkins Co. In the 1940s, W.T. Jenkins Company merged all of their holdings to form the current 26 Ranch operation.

LOCATION The 26 Ranch is located in northern Nevada with land in Humboldt County, Lander County, Elko County, and Eureka County. Positioned north of Battle Mountain and bordered by Interstate 80, the 26 Ranch stretches diagonally northeast to Tuscarora, Nevada. Situated in the Great Basin, the 26 Ranch encompasses and is surrounded by breathtaking country, stunning mountains and beautiful valleys.

Approximately 28± miles south of the Izzenhood Ranch headquarters and five± miles from the feed lot off of I-80, is Battle Mountain Airport—a small, public airport with two landing strips and two helipads. Operated by the Battle Mountain Airport Authority, the airport was built by the United States Army Air Forces in 1942. Also known as Lander County Airport, it was previously utilized as an emergency landing airfield by the Reno Army Air Base for military aircraft and training flights.

Domestic flights are available at Elko Regional Airport, approximately 90 miles southeast. Roughly 240 miles southwest is Reno-Tahoe International Airport, offering international, as well as domestic, flights.

GRAZING LAND/PERMITS The 26 Ranch holds a grazing permit with the United States Department of Interior Bureau of Land Management. Known as the 25 Allotment, this permit allows for 34,130 active AUM’s, figuring to a carrying capacity of 6,500 animal units.

Furthermore, the BLM allotment allocates 309,390± acres of public land and 214,693± acres of private land. Combined, the total grazing allotment is 524,083± acres.

While 26 Ranch owns in fee nearly 60 percent of the private grazing land allotted in the BLM Permit, the ranch also maintains a lease from New Nevada Lands, LLC on 59,206± acres of former railroad lands. The balance of the 214,693± acres are owned by third parties.

WATER RIGHTS 26 Ranch has an abundance of certificated, adjudicated and vested water rights. There are 12,378± acre feet of decreed irrigation/stock water rights on the Humboldt River, 3,7141± acre feet of certificated water rights utilized for additional irrigation and stock water, and numerous additional vested water rights (located primarily on the BLM grazing allotment) for stock water. In total quantity, these rights are equivalent to the water necessary to accommodate approximately 15,640± head.

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SALISBURY CANYON RANCH The captivating Salisbury Canyon Ranch is a recreational paradise and working cattle ranch encompassing 2,121± acres with stunning vistas of Salisbury Canyon and Los Padres National Forest and unparalleled views of the Sierra Madre and the Caliente Mountains of Carrizo Plain National Monument. Easily accessed via public road, the ranch offers unprecedented access to abundant wildlife, hiking, backpacking, and horseback riding in the adjoining forest and backcountry of the Los Padres National Forest. Situated near the southern edge of New Cuyama, within the northeastern corner of Santa Barbara County, Salisbury Canyon Ranch is an outdoorsman’s paradise improved with a historic 1927 adobe ranch house, adobe laundry/office building, two guest houses, hay barn, and appurtenant structures. Water is supplied via one well which is underground-fed to three 10,000-gallon storage tanks. Comprised of 15 certificated parcels, Salisbury Canyon Ranch is ideal for cattle operation, hunting, or a recreational retreat and offers the opportunity to own a piece of history in the picturesque Cuyama Valley.

$4,750,000

2,121± ACRES | CALIFORNIA | PROPERTY ID: 2726370

NORTH FORK CATTLE COMPANY A portion of the historic Rancho Cuyama Number One Land Grant, the North Fork Cattle Company Headquarters comprises 3,065± acres of grazing land and rolling grasslands in the picturesque Cuyama Valley and is situated in both San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties. A working cattle ranch, the North Fork Cattle Company Headquarters is improved with main house, manager’s house, hay barn, shop, and storage building, plus a complete set of working corrals with concrete feed bunks, loading chute, and livestock scale. The picturesque headquarters is situated south of the river at the mouth of Powell Canyon. Additionally, there is an arena with pens and roping chute, lights, grandstand, and announcer’s booth. Water is plentiful with two wells and over two-and-ahalf miles of the Cuyama River running through the ranch.

Ideal for cattle operation, hunting, or recreation, the North Fork Cattle Company Headquarters offers the opportunity to own a piece of California history.

$ 6,000,000

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COURTESY OF REALTORS® LAND INSTITUTE AND WHITETAIL PROPERTIES REAL ESTATE

At one time the value of land was primarily based on the fertility of the soil, maturity of the timber or the minerals beneath the surface. But today there is another asset that will not show up on a property appraisal sheet, yet represents a huge value to many outdoorsman.

I’m talking about the quality of the wildlife that inhabits a particular tract of land.

There is one animal in particular that generates more revenue than all God’s wild creatures on earth put together and that is the whitetail deer. When you consider the billions of dollars hunters pump into the economy every year by purchasing licenses and tags, lodging, fuel, hunting equipment, food plot equipment, recreation and utility vehicles, seed, fertilizer, camouflage clothing, attractants, and land for the single purpose of hunting the allusive whitetail deer it is absolutely astonishing! There are many businesses in the US and even entire towns in the Midwest that would go bankrupt and blown away if this majestic beast were gone.

Just as there are farmers who pour their lives into the land in order to grow corn and beans, today there is a new generation of farmer that pours his life into the land to hold, grow and harvest the largest whitetail bucks producible in his region. I’m not referring to holding and growing big mature whitetail bucks behind a high fence. I’m talking about holding and growing

wild, free ranging whitetail deer by providing premium habitat as well as an abundance of year-round high-quality food. Make no mistake, this process is time consuming and requires a lot of hard work. But when you’re passionate about whitetail deer and passionate about land it becomes the most enjoyable and rewarding work you’ll ever do.

Very often a savvy investor might purchase the least desirable home in a very up scale neighborhood. He does this because he figures, even after he spends money on improving the property he will still have far less invested in the purchase than what that property will be worth after improvements. This is a great way to purchase equity. By comparison, if you research areas that have historically produced record book bucks then employ the services of a licensed real estate land specialist to help you narrow your search, you can apply the same principals. You see, by finding a tract of land with the least desirable whitetail habitat (an example would be an old cattle ranch) in an area where big bucks are common and then by transforming that land to prime whitetail habitat you will accelerate appreciation and grow equity.

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banks, Wild Water systems, as well as access roads, gates, and fences. As it relates to food plots, my rule of thumb is to put in at least 10 percent of the farm in food plots: Two-thirds of the plots in perennials and one-third in annuals. Next, my goal is to build cover: In the timber areas my plan is to thicken the understory as well as create densely obscure edges. I do this by feather cutting the timber along the edges of the fields and selectively hinge cutting some of the less desirable trees in the interior. This allows sunlight to reach the forest floor thus allowing new growth to sprout. Not to mention, the trees that are hinged over are still alive so now every limb grows on the sun facing side of the trunk thus creating much more dense cover at eye level. From there I work on converting cool season grassy areas into early successional plants by spraying the grassy areas with an herbicide then control burning these areas. This is a great way to provide more cover and food at same time. It is often amazing how many seeds/plants have been lying dormant for years under the thatch. If you’re not familiar with burning, spraying or cutting, don’t worry there are plenty of experts out there that you can hire. A great way to learn is to hire an expert then serve as his apprentice. You will learn far more from that experience than attending a seminar. There is an excellent book on the market right now called “A Guide to Wildlife Food Plots and Early Successional Plants.” This book is written by Craig Harper and it is the single most comprehensive book on the subject that I have ever read.

You’ve heard it before, “build it and they will come” and indeed they will. The improvements alone have already increased the value of your property, but now the key is to build a prospectus by documenting the quality of whitetails that inhabit your farm. It is amazing how in three or four short years you can really make a difference. The best way I know to build a prospectus is with trail camera pictures and by keeping an album of mature animals that have been harvested on your farm.

I’ve been involved with many farms that have sold for twice as much per acre than similar farms in the same county simply because they had documented history of producing big bucks.

But at the end of the day the true value of purchasing a farm and building a quality whitetail paradise are the memories you build with your family and friends on your slice of God’s creation.

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DEER HAVEN RANCH 7,600± Acres in Goshen County, Wyoming • $8,360,000 The Deer Haven Ranch is a remarkable property consisting of 7,600± deeded acres, 560± state of Wyoming lease acres, and 280± BLM lease acres for a total of 8,360± contiguous acres. Located along the Goshen Rim, this ranch represents some of the best cow/calf and recreation country Wyoming has to offer, with steep, rugged canyons; tree-covered hills and valleys; gently sloping summer and winter pastures; and approximately 1,800 acres of improved summer grass formerly in CRP and improved hay meadows along the creek.

The creek bottom is lined with deciduous trees creating a riparian habitat for wildlife species in addition to nourishing forage and protection for livestock.

Property ID: 2751653

CANYON VIEW RANCH 17,777± Acres in Goshen County, Wyoming • $18,220,000 The Canyon View Ranch is one of the finest naturally suited year-round, self-sustaining cattle ranches in Wyoming. The entire ranch consists of 17,777± deeded acres and 880± acres of state of Wyoming lease. The ranch is sufficiently watered by many prolific natural springs, developed springs, and solar wells. This property provides excellent ranching opportunity and has historically sustained approximately 750 cow/calf pairs on native range grasses with no supplemental feed required. There are miles of protected canyons along the Goshen Rim which serve as outdoor calving barns due to the water, forage and protection in the canyon walls and pockets. Trophy wildlife abounds! Property ID: 2751654

CANYON SPRING RANCH 3,360± Acres in Goshen County, Wyoming • $5,000,000 The Canyon Springs Ranch is an excellent cattle operation and hunting property. It has adequate improvements and working facilities and is an ideal family-sized operation. It consists of 3,360 deeded acres, 720 acres of state of Wyoming lease, and 80 acres of BLM lease acres. There is a comfortable two-bedroom home that was built in 1988, and has various outbuildings located along Lane Canyon Spring beneath the dramatic uplift of the Goshen Rim. Lane Canyon Springs runs approximately 40–50 gallons per minute and provides year-round live water throughout the ranch. From a recreation standpoint, the elk, mule deer, and antelope hunting is phenomenal.

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LITTLE ROSE RANCH 2,280± Acres in Platte County, Wyoming • $2,280,000 The Little Rose Ranch has approximately 2,280± deeded acres and a nice set of improvements including a house, horse barn, garage, shop, and corrals. The horse barn includes seven stalls with automatic waterers, a nice holding pen, tack room, hayloft, and office. The home has been updated to some degree including the recent installation of a new metal roof. Adjacent to more than 10,000 acres of state of Wyoming land, this is a great opportunity to own a hunting property with an agriculture base. The grazing tenant rates the grazing at approximately 40 acres and animal unit and there has been new cross-fencing to improve carrying capacity.

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LAURANELL’S RANCH 10,000± Acres in Platte County, Wyoming • $10,491,000 Lauranell’s Ranch is located in Platte County, Wyoming in the sprawling foothills of Laramie Peak and encompasses nearly 10,000± acres of contiguous deeded rolling timber ranch land which has historically run 600 pair for the six month summer grazing season. Cross-fenced into five large pastures with ample stock water resources including solar, wind, and electric wells, and numerous reservoirs. The Lauranell’s Ranch is also an impressive recreational holding with abundant game including elk, mule deer, antelope, turkey, and mountain lion. Development potential near Glendo Lake. Property ID: 2801540

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HISTORIC FRANCIS RANCH 12,897± ACRES • LARAMIE COUNTY • WYOMING • PROPERTY ID: 2777846 • PRICE: $10,967,085 12,897± acres total of which 12,827± acres deeded and 70± acres State lease. Located 11 miles west of Cheyenne on Happy Jack Road (Highway 210). The ranch has been in the same family for a phenomenal 110 years. This large contiguous ranch is cross-fenced into about 30 separate pastures/meadows. 400± acres of flood irrigated meadows producing an average of 500 tons annually. Rated at 400 animal units year-round.

Rated at 1,200–1,300 yearlings for a five-month grazing season. Ranch has historically been a cow/calf ranch but would make an excellent yearling ranch: heavily sodded grass, good gains, excellent cross-fencing, excellent stock water availability, and very desirable location for trucking.

Five small creeks, exceptional water wells service pipelines and stock tanks, developed springs, and numerous ponds/reservoirs—all provide excellent stock water availability. Large calving barn, sheds and pens, and two large sets of corrals/pens/loading chutes. No residences. This ranch has proven to be one of the best in Southeastern Wyoming!

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BIGHORN MOUNTAIN ELK CAMP

688± ACRES • WASHAKIE COUNTY • WYOMING

1,069± ACRES • JOHNSON COUNTY • WYOMING

PROPERTY ID: 2325251 • PRICE: $2,600,000

PROPERTY ID: 2507537 • PRICE: $5,380,000

1,290 acres total of which 688 acres deeded, 521 acres State lease.

Located nine miles northeast of Ten Sleep. Presently operated as a yearround small cattle ranch. 60–70 acres of flood irrigated meadows. Ranch is well-watered with creeks, artesian wells, reservoirs, and Carothers Lake. Nestled against the western slope of the Bighorn Mountains, this productive ranch has dramatic red rock and canyon vistas and offers excellent recreational and hunting opportunities. Very private.

1,069 acres deeded located approximately 17 miles northwest of Buffalo. Contiguous to the Big Horn National Forest for about two miles.

Beautiful and spectacular mountain terrain consisting of meadows, timber filled with alpine fir, Douglas-fir, lodge pole pine, and aspen.

Rustic hunting cabin sits at the edge of timberline. Cabin has three bedrooms, fireplace, kitchen, bathroom, and running water. Wildlife that inhabit the property include elk, mountain lion, and bear.

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ROCK CREEK MEADOWS

40± ACRES • JOHNSON COUNTY • WYOMING

222.14± ACRES • JOHNSON COUNTY • WYOMING

PROPERTY ID: 3055282 • PRICE: $140,000

PROPERTY ID: 2435855 • PRICE: $3,000,000

40± deeded acres located approximately 34 miles southwest of Buffalo, Wyoming. This is a great opportunity to own a private cabin site and big game hunting property with direct access into the Bighorn National Forest. Located near the Hazelton Peaks, in the southern Big Horn Mountains, this 40± acre deeded property offers solitude, scenery, and plentiful big game. Multiple potential cabin sites with no 128 restrictive covenants.

222 acres deeded land located 2.3 miles north of downtown Buffalo.

1.2 miles of Rock Creek, a year-round water source, flows through the center of the property and offers good trout fishing as well as providing excellent habitat and natural protection for wildlife (mule deer, antelope, whitetail deer, and game birds) and livestock along its tree-lined banks.

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SHELL VALLEY SCENIC ACREAGE 58± ACRES • BIG HORN COUNTY • WYOMING

70± ACRES • JOHNSON COUNTY • WYOMING

PROPERTY ID: 2710099 • PRICE: $1,200,000

PROPERTY ID: 1945778 • PRICE: $1,095,000

58 acres deeded located just east of the town of Shell on Highway 14 East.

16 acres irrigated hay, 1,200 feet frontage on both sides of Shell Creek, direct access to public lands. Excellent trout fishing, deer, and turkey hunting. New, unique custom designed, energy efficient, 3,000-squarefoot, three-bedroom, three-bathroom home with amazing views of Shell Canyon, red cliffs, and the Bighorn Mountains.

70± deeded acres. 4552± square-foot custom log home, 2400± square-foot workshop/garage fully outfitted for woodworking, covered hay/equipment storage area, corrals, 45± acres irrigated hay ground of which 30± acres are irrigated by side rolls. A very attractive and productive country property located in scenic area 10 minutes from Buffalo!

2,729± ACRES • HOT SPRINGS COUNTY • WYOMING PROPERTY ID: 2549943 • PRICE: $2,336,000 2,729± acres of deeded lands in three different parcels surrounded by 3,621± acres of BLM lands (Lake Creek Allotment #00607) and located in the foothills of the Owl Creek Mountains. BLM currently allows 160 cattle AU’s to graze the total deeded and BLM allotment from mid-June to December 31 each year. The property is bordered by the Lake Creek drainage, the Cottonwood Creek drainage, and is bisected by numerous draws and ravines providing excellent habitat for elk, deer, antelope, bear, mountain lion, raptors, turkey, and grouse. Excellent elk hunting!

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LAKE CREEK RANCH

HIGH HILL ESTATE

2,880± ACRES • CROOK COUNTY • WYOMING

79.97± ACRES • JOHNSON COUNTY • WYOMING

PROPERTY ID: 1157599 • PRICE: $2,736,000

PROPERTY ID: 2778072 • PRICE: $1,650,000

3,040 acres total of which 2,880 acres deeded. Located northwest of Sundance in a very scenic area along the western slopes of the Black Hills.

About 200 acres of hay meadows lying along Cabin Creek. Excellent set of building improvements including two residences, barn, garage/shop, two loafing sheds, large machine shed, Quonset, and corrals. Cross-fenced into 10 pastures with excellent livestock water. Owned by same family for over 70 years.

80± acres deeded located seven miles east of Buffalo with a custombuilt, two-level 6,400-square-foot residence with quality construction and materials throughout. Custom stone and woodwork throughout, in-floor heating, three bedrooms on main/upper level, separate living unit on lower ground-level, oversized heated attached garage. 48x75 Morton shop/garage heated with full bathroom. Beautiful 360-degree views—private.

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FLAT ROCK CREEK RANCH 267± ACRES | BOSQUE COUNTY | TEXAS | PROPERTY ID: 1683789 Located a short 90 minute drive from Downtown Dallas and minutes from picturesque Glen Rose, Flat Rock Creek Ranch is Texas living exemplified.

Set in a remote, yet easily accessible, area of Northern Bosque County, the 267-acre property has it all—a beautiful home, both sides of spring-fed Flat Rock Creek, a stocked lake with waterfall, an outdoor living room, dinosaur tracks, and much more! The spectacular 8,000-square-foot Hill Country vernacular home effortlessly combines indoor and outdoor living in gracious style. Venetian plaster walls, professional grade media room, whole house generator, panic room, and even an infinity-edge pool with a chiller for hot days are just some of the features that set this ranch apart from the others! Additional acreage available.

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LA REATA RANCH 1,960± ACRES | HAMILTON COUNTY | TEXAS | PROPERTY ID: 2643705 La Reata Ranch on Paul Mountain is the perfect ranch for those seeking a Texas-sized ranch, within easy reach of both the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex and the greater Austin area. This 1,960-acre square ranch includes Paul Mountain, both sides of rock bottomed Meridian Creek, and six ponds. Perfect for cattle, horses, hunting, fishing, and just relaxing while you soak in the Hill Country views. The ranch features a 3,400-square-foot main house, manager’s house, six ponds, a separate office with full bath and kitchen, nine barns to include a 20,000-square-foot barn that was once home to a local rodeo. The lower pastures are fenced and cross-fenced and include extensive steel pipe corrals and covered working pens. La Reata has extensive carrying capacity and plenty of room for a state-of-the-art equine facility, covered arena, and landing strip. The brush-covered Paul Mountain, with steep draws that are home to whitetail deer, turkey, fox, bobcat, and the occasional mountain lion, is perfect spot to watch Hill Country sunsets.

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SUNRISE RANCH 247.85± ACRES | TELLER COUNTY | COLORADO | PROPERTY ID: 2852265 Overlooking a trout stocked pond and set within its own private valley, the Sunrise Ranch views over healthy evergreen forest and aspen groves. A recreational retreat and luxurious residence, the property hosts an expansive main home in conjunction with several guest houses to accommodate long or short-term guests. Craftsmanship and attention to detail is manifest in every aspect of the classic mountain contemporary architecture.

Hiking/biking and four-wheel drive trails traverse the 247 acres where deer, elk, wild turkey, and bear are frequently observed and grand views of the Rocky Mountains take ones breath away. A practical distance from major metropolitan areas, yet remote enough to truly escape the world; the Sunrise Ranch is a Colorado dream you will be proud to own. Property offered fully furnished and turnkey; ready for you to come and enjoy the holidays this season with friends and family! Please call Bill Davis at (970) 390-8617.

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51 RANCH BRADY ROCHELLE RANCH 540± ACRES | MCCULLOCH COUNTY | TEXAS PROPERTY ID: 2532586 540± acres located north of Brady and near the town of Rochelle. The historic 3,100-square-foot, three-bedroom home overlooks a large open pasture providing scenic morning and evening views from the oversized wraparound porch. The elevation changes offer interesting view and excellent wildlife habitat.

67.12± ACRES | SOMERVELL COUNTY | TEXAS PROPERTY ID: 2383329 Beautiful 67-plus acres in the very desirable Chalk Mountain area of historic Glen Rose, Texas and an easy drive from Dallas or Fort Worth. The 51 Ranch “drives big” for its size and features mature live oaks, post oaks, cedar elms, hackberry’s, cedar trees, and a beautiful pond. The ranch has an excellent open to covered ratio for wildlife and is home to whitetail deer, hogs, bobcats, and turkey, along with seasonal white-wing dove and ducks.

THE MILL AT SQUAW CREEK DIVOT HUNTING RANCH 792.4± ACRES | FRIO COUNTY | TEXAS COMING SOON! 792-acre ranch just west of Dilley, Texas in Frio County.

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Mill Creek Ranch

12,388± ACRES | JOHNSON COUNTY | WYOMING PROPERTY ID: 3000065 Consisting of 12,388 total acres of which 9,986 acres are deeded, the irrigation potential is astounding with over 4,000 acres of permitted irrigation rights and 62,000-acre feet of Lake DeSmet storage rights.

Including privately-owned minerals and a coal resource estimated over one billion tons, the new owner will hold title to a portion of the world’s future energy supply. In addition, the recreational aspects offer an amazing variety of outdoor sporting opportunities.

Offered at: $21,000,000

1,916± ACRES | MADISON COUNTY | MONTANA PROPERTY ID: 2585094 Mill Creek Ranch, in the picturesque Madison Valley, is located in the dramatic Jack Creek drainage. The 1,916± acres sit perfectly between the charming western town of Ennis and the thriving ski-resort communities of Big Sky, Moonlight Basin and Yellowstone Club. Adjoining Lee Metcalf Wilderness and accessed by a gated roadway, the Ranch offers excellent privacy, tranquility and abundant wildlife. The Ranch includes a beautiful custom log home and several building locations with stunning panoramic mountain vistas. Co-listed with Berkshire Hathaway.

Offered at: $13,750,000

Birch Creek Hunting Reserve 8,595± ACRES | RICH COUNTY | UTAH | PROPERTY ID: 2477505 With prime elk and mule deer habitat, this hunting ground consists of 8,595± deeded acres plus 640 acres of private-leased land eight miles west of Woodruff. Birch Creek Hunting Reserve is part of a 26,000-acre Cooperative Wildlife Management Unit (CWMU), a program established by the Utah Wildlife Board and the Division of Wildlife Resources to benefit private land owners and hunters. The Seller currently receives $60,000 annually for the lease from the hunting outfitter on the Property.

Price Reduced: $5,650,000

Two Creek Ranch 230± ACRES | FRANKLIN COUNTY | IDAHO PROPERTY ID: 2920333 Two hours north of Salt Lake City, this 230± acre luxury ranch offers a magnificent owner’s home overlooking a spring-fed trout pond.

Mink Creek, which flows through the Ranch for about a half-mile, has undergone substantial stream restoration enhancing the trout habitat.

Historically utilized to raise registered angus, the Ranch currently runs about 50 head. The Ranch is well-watered with 110 irrigated acres including two 40-acre pivots. Offered at: $4,400,000

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McGovern Ranch 2,750± ACRES | MADISON COUNTY | MONTANA PROPERTY ID: 3000110 In the Ruby River Valley, this 3,550± acre Ranch includes 2,645± deeded acres of native pasture, 105± deeded acres of pivot-irrigated land and 800± acres of BLM lease land. The combination of live water and pivotirrigated land provides exceptional wildlife habitat. The historic cabin affords a haven from which to relax and enjoy the views, and a tastefully designed shop was built in 2014. Offered at: $3,750,000

Bridger Hollow Ranch 285± ACRES | GALLATIN COUNTY | MONTANA PROPERTY ID: 2920475 Located in the Bridger Mountain Range, these 285± deeded acres of alpine meadows and mature forest possess dramatic mountain vistas, privacy and comfortable rustic improvements. The vibrant communities of Bozeman and Livingston are both a comfortable 25 minute drive from this all-season recreation retreat. The dense alpine timber, grassy meadows and lush riparian areas offer diverse habitat for an abundance of Rocky Mountain wildlife providing reliable and private big game hunting. Offered at: $1,895,000

Thompson Ranch 165± ACRES | GARFIELD COUNTY | UTAH PROPERTY ID: 2920454 Bounded on three sides by the immense Dixie National Forest, the Ranch offers stunning vistas in every direction. Located four miles north of the historic Southern Utah town of Boulder, this 165-acre showplace offers immaculate landscaping surrounding the main residence, guest house, spa gazebo and outbuildings. Although the Ranch is uniquely functional as a summer cattle operation, its natural serenity and beauty provides a perfect haven for all who visit this ideal retreat. Offered at: $2,600,000

Johnson Canyon Ranch 336± ACRES | GALLATIN COUNTY | MONTANA PROPERTY ID: 2920426 Nestled against the Bridger Mountains, these 336± deeded acres are ideal as a recreational property or year-round residence less than 30 minutes from Bozeman. The landscape transitions from healthy forest to native grass meadows to the tree-lined creek bottom along Pass Creek.

The productive pastures are currently leased to a local cattleman. The adjacent Gallatin National Forest opens up exceptional recreational possibilities. The Ranch conveys in three parcels providing the option of dividing the property if desired. Offered at: $1,725,000

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Elder Creek Ranch 5,918± ACRES | TEHAMA COUNTY CALIFORNIA | PROPERTY ID: 2979551 Exceptionally beautiful ranch of 5,918± acres. Very private, with views of Mount Lassen and Mount Shasta at an elevation of approximately 1,000 feet. A lot of year-round live water on the property and abundant wildlife. Over three miles of year-round Elder Creek and three-and-a-half miles of seasonal Digger Creek plus 12 reservoirs. This ranch would make a great all-natural cattle operation, or hunting retreat. Runs 400–500 pair for the season. Video available on YouTube.

Contact Todd Renfrew (707) 365–5064. Price: $7,965,000

Pilot Hill Ranch 304± ACRES | EL DORADO COUNTY CALIFORNIA | PROPERTY ID: 2976934 Beautiful gently sloping and open grazing land, rolling woods, hilltops, and seasonal creek. Terrific location, fronts Highway 49. Four legal parcels total 304 acres; a portion of the corner parcel is zoned four-acres commercial.

Perfect for equestrian, wine growing, family estate, legacy property, or residential development. Currently being used for winter cattle grazing.

Most of the land is zoned residential five and 10-acre minimum allowing for possible subdivision in the future. All or part available. Contact Jim Copeland (530) 626–3943. Video available on YouTube. Price: $2,500,000

Morro Bay 2,240± ACRES | SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY CALIFORNIA | PROPERTY ID: 3068446 A rare find featuring land in Morro Bay, San Luis Obispo County only three-and-a-half miles from the ocean; some areas with views of Morro Rock and the blue water bay. 60plus acres Class II soil; mild climate due to coastal proximity.

Rolling grass-covered hills with oaks, sycamores, bay, and pepperwood. Several highly productive, developed springs plus creeks and small reservoirs. Caretaker’s quarters and good domestic well. Has run up to 200 pair year-round.

Contact Todd Renfrew (707) 365–5064. Video available on YouTube. Price: $10,000,000

White Diamond Ranch 205± ACRES | STANISLAUS COUNTY CALIFORNIA | PROPERTY ID: 2995578 Premier equestrian center on 205± acres with incredible views, ample pasture, and a 3,800-square-foot home with in-ground pool. 21 oversized stalls, and 10,000-plus covered hay storage; a 11,000-plus square-foot mare barn and breeding facility with 21 extra-large foaling stalls, mounting dummy, wash rack, automatic fly control, refrigerated storage, and attached apartment; a quarantine barn with eight stalls; a 2,800-plus square-foot shop with four 15x15 roll-up doors; and two manufactured homes/offices. Contact Mr. Sandy Ballou (916) 216–8192. Video available on YouTube. Price: $4,350,000 136

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Anderson Valley Estate Winery & Vineyard 700± ACRES | MENDOCINO COUNTY | CALIFORNIA PROPERTY ID: 3015540 Situated in California’s renowned Anderson Valley where world-class vineyards meet coastal redwoods. The estate consists of four legal parcels of more than 60 acres of vineyards and 30-plus more plantable acres. The French Chateau and main guesthouse feature numerous amenities. Contact Jim Martin (707) 272–5507. Video available on YouTube. Price: $13,400,000

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255± ACRE | MENDOCINO COUNTY | CALIFORNIA | PROPERTY ID: 2724051 Premiere wine country estate where Mediterranean refinement blends with western tradition. Comprises over 130 acres of productive vineyards that are sold to some of California’s finest wineries. The White Oak’s Villa is an architectural masterpiece down to the minutest detail; a separate pool, spa and full work facility, equestrian arena, stables, and corrals. Russian River provides excellent trout, steelhead, and fly-fishing. Contact Jim Martin (707) 272–5507. Video available on YouTube. Price: $21,000,000

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Brazelton Ranch 280± ACRES | SOLANO COUNTY | CALIFORNIA | PROPERTY ID: 3068447 Wow! 280± acres with 80 acres of Class I and Class II soils, SID water, and a well.

The property is currently running about a dozen cows on the 200 acres of flat range land. Formally planted to orchards, there are several acres of apricot and peach trees.

The ranch is zoned 90 acres agriculture, while maintaining its wildlife habitat and also offers development possibilities, zoned to 20-acre minimum. Loaded with game: deer, pigs, turkey, and quail. This would be a perfect gentlemen’s ranch to run cows and horses and enjoy country living, just minutes from downtown Vacaville. Contact Todd Renfrew (707) 365–5064. Price: $2,485,000

Cortina Ridge Ranches 21,659± ACRES | COLUSA COUNTY CALIFORNIA | PROPERTY ID: 2995577 10-plus miles of year-round Bear Creek plus reservoirs, springs, five solar-powered wells, holding tanks for summer watering, and runoff tanks. The ranch is in two large sections less than two miles apart, and also includes a ranch home in the town of Colusa. Runs up to 1,000 pair year-round, 1,700–2,000 pair for the season. The ranch would make an ideal hunting retreat, private nature preserve, or recreational ranch. Contact Todd Renfrew (707) 365–5064.

Working with Justin Hill of Gary Miller Realty.

Video available on YouTube. Price: $18,500,000

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Jack White Farm 41.49± ACRES | WILLIAMSON COUNTY | TENNESSEE PROPERTY ID: 2976520 This farm is perfect for those seeking the good life. Horse barn and livestock barn nestled on rolling pastureland is the horse lover’s dream. A custom stone and log home is nestled between mature oak trees on a gorgeous hilltop in highly desirable area 30 miles south of Nashville. A hardwood forest provides trails for riding that lead down the hill to two ponds. Price: $2,550,000

Duke Farm 163± ACRES | DICKSON COUNTY | TENNESSEE PROPERTY ID: 2778826 45 minutes west of Nashville with big frontage on Highway 70.

This 163-acre farm has huge rolling pasture, several pockets of nice trees, and a custom four-bedroom home with views of the six-acre stocked lake with gazebo, dock, and boat ramp.

Bring your ski boat! Saltwater pool, cabana, underground steel reinforced storm shelter, boat storage, 30x30 heated workshop, and a mobile home on the back of the land. A small creek runs through the farm and connects to a large rock bottom big creek. A true adventure awaits! More photos and video at www.HWY70Farm.com. Price: $2,421,500

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Transitional Land Near Nashville 2,688± ACRES | HICKMAN COUNTY | TENNESSEE PROPERTY ID: 2977443 A rare opportunity! This stunning large acre transitional land is a 90 minute drive directly west of Nashville. The county is known for producing the largest whitetail bucks in Tennessee. Six-plus miles of county road frontage provides multiple drop off points for a hunt operation and frontage on Tennessee Highway 100 is perfect for Nashville’s future growth needs. 500-plus acres of cleared pasture is perfect for grazing and connects to pockets of marketable timber with miles and miles of great riding trails. Clear cut areas have eight years of regenerated hardwoods and is prime wildlife habitat. Cave Branch Creek runs through the middle of the tract, and there’s a quaint farmhouse in need of repair to make the perfect getaway. Easy drive to Nashville priced at $1,400 per acre. Price: $3,763,200

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“Living the Lifestyle & Loving the Life”

25950 Century Oaks Boulevard 4.5± ACRES | WALLER COUNTY | TEXAS | PROPERTY ID: 3077108 Spectacular estate home on four-plus acres in the gated community of Century Oaks Estates in Hockley. The main home features 4,960 square feet, a luxurious master retreat running from the front to back of the home, formal living and dining, private office, upstairs game room and guest suite with private balcony, chef’s kitchen with granite island with second prep sink and built-in buffet opening to large leisure room, casual dining leading to the poolside terrace, and a separate 544-square-foot pool house with a full bath and kitchenette. Property is fully fenced featuring a long circle drive.

Call (281) 858-3451 for complete information. Price: $1,010,000

29545 Dobbin Hufsmith Road 15.134± ACRES | MONTGOMERY COUNTY | TEXAS | PROPERTY ID: 3092391 Over 15 acres in the exclusive gated community of Ranches of Pinehurst in Magnolia.

This scenic property has access from two roads on to the acreage and features a custom 3,717-square-foot brick and stone home with four bedrooms and four bathrooms. The home was recently renovated with over $100,000 in updates including Amish cabinets and new double-pane windows. Also includes a 96x36 barn, pond, resort-style pool with pergola area and extensive terrace. Acreage is fenced and cross-fenced with clusters of mature trees. Call (281) 858-3451 for complete information. Price: $1,850,000 140

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24824 Mitchell Road 25.5± ACRES | WALLER COUNTY | TEXAS | PROPERTY ID: 2597089 Exquisite custom estate ranch house and guest house/office on 25.5-acre working horse ranch.

Large outdoor arena with commercial lights and two-story announcer’s stand. Multiple barns with electric, water, and four-horse auto walker. Wash rack, chutes, loafing sheds, pastures, shop, and hay barn. Fenced and cross-fenced with pipe and smooth wire. Custom stone home with slate and hardwood floors, vaulted wood ceiling with beams, and interior stone walls. Four bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, and a three-car carport—great for covered pavilion. Guest house/office with kitchen and bathroom. Text “2833786” to 67299 for more information. Call (281) 858-3451 or e-mail Properties@WendyClineProperties.com with inquiries. Price: $1,275,000

24602 FM 362 30.099± ACRES | WALLER COUNTY | TEXAS | PROPERTY ID: 3077110 Gentleman’s ranch on 30 acres with panoramic views of the wide open skies. Includes custom limestone home, a six-stall barn and an additional barn with turn outs, lighted roping arena with 14,000 watts of lighting, koi pond with waterfall, and two property ponds.

Home features Versailles pattern travertine flooring and a vaulted and beamed great room featuring a floor to ceiling limestone fireplace with inlaid wood mantle and built-ins. The open plan home has a chef’s kitchen with large granite serving bar, two sinks, custom hickory cabinets, a private office, expansive covered porches, and coffered ceilings with uplighting.

Call (281) 858-3451 for complete information. Price: $1,185,000

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RAVENSWOOD RANCH 211± ACRES | FERRY COUNTY | WASHINGTON PROPERTY ID: 1098819 Ravenswood Ranch is situated in the northwest corner of the picturesque Kettle River Valley. Water rights from the Kettle and Catherine Creek irrigate a total of 65± acres of cropland and plenty of grazing acres. Replete with equestrian facilities, six-stall barn, arena, and round pen. Private dirt and gravel ranch roads offer access to almost the entire breathtaking grounds.

Including an architecturally remarkable three-story cedar ranch home with wraparound decks. This five-bedroom, four-bathroom main house is abounding in expansive and stunning views of the river, fields, mountains, and Canada. The lower level is comprised of a guest apartment complete with kitchen and bath. There is a separate four-bedroom, two-bath caretaker’s house a quarter-mile away. Price: $1,995,000

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Smith Mountain Lake Real Estate

11035 Booker T. Washington Highway 40± ACRES | FRANKLIN COUNTY | VIRGINIA | PROPERTY ID: 2678340 Relax in comfort in a lovely farmhouse-style home with deep wrap-around porches set far back from the road for maximum privacy and the enjoyment of a stunning natural setting. Hardwood and ceramic tile floors, nine-foot ceilings, a gourmet kitchen, screened porch and more enhance a southern living floor plan that offers over 5,800 square feet of living space. Notice the lovely tin roof.

This 40-acre country estate is only 30 minutes from Roanoke and minutes from Smith Mountain Lake and Westlake shopping and recreational amenities. Extensive horse fencing and pastures, riding trails, freshwater creeks, and a stocked, spring-fed pond with dock offer a rejuvenating country lifestyle. Modern conveniences such as high-speed Internet, network cabling, satellite TV, inground pet fence, high-efficiency water heater, and central vacuum make life easy. Site is prepped for a hot tub overlooking the pond and swimming pool on the side yard. Offered at $649,000.

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1311 Red Horse Drive 24.59± ACRES | BEDFORD COUNTY | VIRGINIA PROPERTY ID: 2807038 Stunning new home on just under 25 acres on Smith Mountain Lake.

One-of-a-kind property, includes a custom timber frame house with hickory cabinetry and floors, tongue and groove pine ceiling, gourmet kitchen and Ipe decks. Plus, a double slip boat dock along with 2,400 feet of shoreline and a top-notch 30x48 pole barn for your horses, workshop or hobbies. Offered at $1,299,900.

214± ACRES | FRANKLIN COUNTY | VIRGINIA PROPERTY ID: 1176400 Private retreat on Smith Mountain Lake. Truly a unique waterfront property, including a quaint A-frame lake house, triple-slip boat dock, bathhouse, restored farmhouse, barn-inspired workshop, two four-car garages, a beach and kids playground...all this sprawling over 214± acres with 6,000-plus feet of shoreline. Land is a mix of mature woods and hayfields. Offered at $6,750,000.

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Fresh Water Ranch 3,669± ACRES WESTON COUNTY | WYOMING PROPERTY ID: 2835926 A wild and scenic Black Hills ranch with live water, highway frontage, picturesque vistas, excellent wildlife habitat, 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, new fences and new ranch roads.

A top-quality recreational holding and one of the largest parcels of deeded land available in the Black Hills. Price: $8,500,000

Tower View Ranch 1,008± ACRES CROOK COUNTY | WYOMING PROPERTY ID: 2669432 Premier Black Hills setting with an unobstructed view of Devils Tower and the Missouri Buttes. This 1,008-acre ranch is a once in a lifetime opportunity to own one of the best views of Devils Tower and have excellent highway access in a naturally picturesque landscape. Remarkable scenery with wide plateaus, incredible vistas, rolling fields, rugged canyons, and wooded hills. Many choice building sites. One of the most unique land holdings available in Crook County. Parcels offered. Price: $4,679,000

Bear Lodge Ranch 880± ACRES CROOK COUNTY | 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 with panoramic view and hay meadows to rough timbered canyons. A secluded mountain getaway of historical significance. Price: $2,464,000

Eagle Ridge Ranch 442± ACRES | CROOK COUNTY | WYOMING

PROPERTY ID: 2018410 Amazing Black Hills ranch with 442 deeded acres and a 320-acre State lease. Located where Riflepit Divide and the canyons of Sundance Creek run. Wooded hills, steep canyons, hidden valleys, hay meadows, and panoramic views. A custom log home is set in secluded surroundings at the end of the road. Outbuildings include a log garage, shop, several sheds, and two hunting cabins. An extraordinary Black Hills opportunity. Price: $1,500,000

Buckhorn Trail Retreat 40± ACRES | WESTON COUNTY | WYOMING PROPERTY ID: 2724357 Black Hills retreat on 40 acres with live water. Custom twolevel home with four bedrooms and six baths. Featuring custom cabinets, hardwood floors, two gas fireplaces, tile patio, decks on both levels, and immaculate landscaping.

The open main level areas include sitting room, living room, formal dining, breakfast nook, and galley-style kitchen.

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1,284± ACRES VOLUSIA COUNTY | FLORIDA PROPERTY ID: 2917056 RARE OPPORTUNITY! Cattle ranch with over two miles frontage on St. Johns River.

Boating, fishing opportunities abound. Dream hunting preserve; tremendous amounts of Florida wildlife. Historically used for ranching, sod, timber. Reduced to $5,400,000 or $4,205 per acre.

1,081± ACRES SUMTER COUNTY | FLORIDA PROPERTY ID: 2917330 SOLD! Home, barns, spring, 400 acres high-fenced land with deer herd, turkeys, hogs. Includes 325 acres highly improved pasture. Rolling hills with gorgeous views.

One mile frontage on Highway 44. 10 minutes from the Villages. Great hunting/fishing.

SOLD for $4,450,000.

1,129± ACRES OSCEOLA COUNTY | FLORIDA PROPERTY ID: 2916699 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 turn-key ranching/cattle operation.

15 minutes to US 192, one hour to Orlando.

Reduced to $4,906,157 or $4,344 per acre.

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494± ACRES VOLUSIA COUNTY | FLORIDA PROPERTY ID: 2917320 MAJOR PRICE REDUCTION - BRING OFFERS! 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. Price: $1,232,530 or $2,495 per acre.

646± ACRES VOLUSIA COUNTY | FLORIDA PROPERTY ID: 2917335 One of the best properties in Florida based on quality, character and aesthetics. 1.6 miles of lake frontage on two spring-fed, sand bottom lakes. 96 percent uplands. Hunting, fishing galore. Barns, office, cattle pens, improved pasture, pine stands, oak hammocks. Call for pricing. Will divide. 75-acre Winona Tract also available (portion under contract).

180± ACRES LAKE COUNTY | FLORIDA PROPERTY ID: 2770997 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. Price: $810,000 or $4,500 per acre.

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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.

Bay View Ranch – Sonoma Wine Country 199.5± ACRES | SONOMA COUNTY | CALIFORNIA | PROPERTY ID: 2504589 Spectacular Views • Vineyard Potential • Springs • $5,500,000

Our clients count on our specialized knowledge, experience and discretion to guide them to exceptional properties and represent their interests in real estate transactions.

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West Yosemite Ranch 900± ACRES | MARIPOSA COUNTY | CALIFORNIA | PROPERTY ID: 2765138 Cabin, Views, Springs, Forest • Recreation Paradise • $2,000,000

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Historic California Ranch 3,800± ACRES | SANTA CLARA COUNTY | CALIFORNIA | PROPERTY ID: 2858267 San Francisco Bay Area Views • Recreation and Ranching • $29,682,000

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Linda Long, Principal Broker/Owner 33550 Highway 97 North, Chiloquin, Oregon 97624 (541) 783-2759 | (541) 783-2724 Fax Call Linda at (541) 891-5562 Email: Linda@CraterLakeRealtyInc.com

The Inshallah Ranch 12,000± ACRES | GRANT COUNTY | OREGON PROPERTY ID: 1361396 The Inshallah Ranch is known throughout the state for its outstanding big game hunting. Located in Grant County, Oregon midway between Burns and John Day, it is a first-class cattle and hunting ranch with 12,000 acres of deeded ground and 12,000 acres FS/ BLM grazing permits. 564 acres water rights, five homes, first-class improvements, private location. Ranch is exceptionally well-watered with 50-plus springs and numerous creeks. Trophy bull elk in the 350-plus class, Mule deer in the 170–200 class, six LOP deer, six LOP elk tags. MLS #82919. Contact M.T. Anderson, (541) 377-0030 or MTAnderson@CraterLakeRealtyInc.com. Price: $9,500,000

Scenic, Private, Unique 431± ACRES | KLAMATH COUNTY | OREGON Home to countless birds, deer, and other wildlife—this only begins to describe this special 431-acre ranch located alongside miles of the Sprague River, and only eight miles to Chiloquin. Currently in wild rice ponds providing ideal bird habitat, pasture, pine and aspens trees, open meadows, and river front are just a few of the amenities. Ranch has certified water rights from the river and private well for about 190 acres. Log home with three bedrooms, two baths, and numerous outbuildings for equipment storage plus a log horse barn. In the past this was a working cow ranch and could be put back to that use.

MLS #84375. Price: $1,500,000

1,550-Acre Cattle Ranch 1,550± ACRES | KLAMATH COUNTY | OREGON PROPERTY ID: 1942837 Cattle ranch with gravity flow irrigation supplying summer pasture for 450 pair or up to 1,200 yearlings. Protected feed grounds for year-round operation as well. Chalet-style home with huge windows viewing the productive valley below, livestock barn, equipment shed, scales, and extensive welded pipe corrals and holding pens. Rotational pastures with improved water troughs, ponds, spring, three wells, and some river water rights. Old homestead with usable barn and shed at far end of valley. MLS #83284. Price: $2,100,000

Pasture Ranch 240± ACRES | KLAMATH COUNTY | OREGON Along three-quarter miles of Lost River in Henley area. Approximately 195 acres irrigated with estimated stocking rate of 300 yearlings. Perfect for horses or pure-bred operation. Fenced, cross-fenced, corrals, scale, livestock/hay barn and shop, pumps, mainline, five guns, and much equipment included. Three-bedroom home overlooking the river valley.

Abundance of waterfowl, cranes and birds of prey along peaceful and private Lost River frontage. Geothermal lease and wooded butte with beautiful buildings sites. MLS #86024. Price: $950,000

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Pettyjohn Ranch 16,000± ACRES | TEHAMA COUNTY | CALIFORNIA | PROPERTY ID: 1725683 The 16,000-acre Pettyjohn Ranch is located in Tehama County 20 miles west of Red Bluff, California. This ranch has been privately held by one family for over 50 years. It is surrounded by privately owned land and is accessible year-round by paved and gravel county roads. Pettyjohn Ranch is a distinctive ranching and hunting property because of its many unique features. The amazing location of the original Bayless family homestead in the beautiful canyon of Cottonwood Creek is now a private and scenic hideaway waiting for the right cabin or family compound. Cottonwood Creek, a major tributary to the Sacramento River, runs year-round for five miles through the ranch. You can kayak this creek in the spring. Cold Fork Creek is also year-round. One can hike or ride 24 square miles of beautiful oak studded rolling foothills. The abundance of water for livestock and game is apparent with the many creeks, springs, and reservoirs. Almost every large and small game animal and bird in California can be found on the ranch with bass in the reservoirs and trout in the creeks. There are numerous black bears, trophy size blacktail deer, wild hogs, and two seasonal wild turkey hunts. Cattle grazing and hunting privileges can help to accrue annual income. There aren’t many ranches in the West like the Pettyjohn Ranch.

Asking Price: $16,000,000

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dlvancleve@sbcglobal.net www.VanCleveRanches.com PO Box 7038 | Auburn, California 95604 view all properties: LandsofAmerica.com/member/21751 LANDMAGAZINES.COM

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www.Stelling.net • realty@stelling.net • (406) 728-9200 Call Steve Stelling on evenings & weekends • (406) 544-9029 101 East Broadway, Suite 201, Missoula, Montana 59802 view all properties: LandsofAmerica.com/member/22166

BIG SKY RIVER VIEW RANCH

ELK VIEW RANCH

600± ACRES | SANDERS COUNTY | MONTANA PROPERTY ID: 1716079 Unique, diverse land overlooking Flathead River. Well, power, creek, springs, 10 adjoining parcels, mild climate, 44 miles to Missoula. Paved access, stunning views, less acreage option available. Price: $990,000

363± ACRES | GRANITE COUNTY | MONTANA PROPERTY ID: 2273108 Convenient yet very private. Unspoiled views of no neighbors, abundant wildlife, 3,300± square-foot home, nice shop, garage, barn, outbuildings, creek, and springs. Perfect retirement ranch. Price: $650,000

PERFECT LOCATION WESTERN ESTATE

IDEAL INVESTMENT ACREAGE

240± ACRES | MISSOULA COUNTY | MONTANA PROPERTY ID: 2818838 Spectacular acreage and home in the best of Western Montana settings.

7,600± square-foot timber frame home, attached garage, shop, deluxe barn, guest house, spectacular views, very private, excellent access, 19± miles to Missoula. HUGE PRICE REDUCTION! Price: $1,995,000

149± ACRES | MISSOULA COUNTY | MONTANA PROPERTY ID: 2833828 Rare coveted location of trees and meadows on rolling bench just 18± miles from Missoula airport. Eight contiguous parcels, well, roads, great views, excellent access, privacy, and elk. Perfect for exclusive home, multiple homes, or conservation easement. Price: $998,000

CREEK FRONT COUNTRY FARM

HORSE CREEK RANCH

93± ACRES | SANDERS COUNTY | MONTANA PROPERTY ID: 973740 Over a half-mile of year-round stream. Irrigatable meadows, fruit trees, fenced pasture, pine trees, 3,000± square-foot home, excellent paved access, privacy, and mild climate. Great mini-farm or horse property.

REDUCED! Price: $519,000

133± ACRES | MISSOULA COUNTY | MONTANA PROPERTY ID: 2818465 Encompasses private valley, borders National Forest, 3,000± squarefoot log home, two additional living quarters, shop, garage, outbuildings, two ponds, water rights on three creeks. Pristine views, just 33± miles to Missoula, Montana. Reduced price: $1,250,000. Purchase options with less acreage available.

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El Rancho Escondido 600± ACRES | SAN BENITO COUNTY | CALIFORNIA PROPERTY ID: 983300 El Rancho Escondido is 600 acres of central California ranch within 50 minutes of Carmel and San Jose. Huge potential and great income, Adjacent to city limits, just minutes from town. Price: $5,944,444

The Ratto Ranch SOLD 5± ACRES | SANTA CLARA COUNTY | CALIFORNIA This exceptional 5,000-square-foot gated executive home that was designed for cutting horses offers a guesthouse, pool, manicured grounds, a new barn, arena, hot walker, and more. Price: $2,499,994

The B and T Ranch

The Santos Farm

12± ACRES | SANTA CLARA COUNTY | CALIFORNIA PROPERTY ID: 1817400 The B and T Ranch is a 12-acre equestrian facility with three dwellings, a beautiful 20-stall barn, and a dressage arena with mirrors and lights. You have to see it to appreciate. Price: $1,724,942

18± ACRES | SANTA CLARA COUNTY | CALIFORNIA The Santos Farm is 18 acres of Class I soil with two exceptional updated homes, two good wells, and three character dairy barns. You can grow almost any vegetable, grapes, olives, or lavender, just five minutes east of Gilroy. Price: $1,588,888

The Bod Fish Creek Ranch SOLD 11± ACRES | SANTA CLARA COUNTY | CALIFORNIA PROPERTY ID: 1817403 The Bod Fish Creek Ranch is an 11-acre horse property with two homes.

There is a beautiful executive home with gardens, perfect for weddings.

It is just 40 minutes to San Jose or Monterey. Price: $1,499,994

The Robba Farm 33± ACRES | SANTA CLARA COUNTY | CALIFORNIA PROPERTY ID: 1173299 Currently used for row crops, corn, peppers and tomatoes, but could also be used for vines or an orchard. Adjacent to Highway 101 for visibility and about 30 minutes south of San Jose, this farm is in a great location.

Price: $1,388,883

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Slippery Falls Ranch

Silver Eagle Wilderness

1,030± ACRES | JOHNSTON COUNTY OKLAHOMA | PROPERTY ID: 2526587 This ranch has beautiful scenic hills and highway frontage. A solid set of pipe pens and a new covered stampede hydrate squeeze chute makes the 150 momma cows the owner is currently running easier to manage.

Ample water is provided through the 12 ponds, rural water, and water troughs to all pastures and lots, along with a seasonal creek that runs through the ranch. Approximately 90–95 percent is open and crossfenced into four pastures with excellent native and Bermuda grasses and several large pecan trees. Weeds have been sprayed every year and owner cuts approximately 400 bales. Price: $3,347,500

1,370± ACRES | PITTSBURG COUNTY OKLAHOMA | PROPERTY ID: 3012617 This pristine forested wilderness, located two-and-a-half hours north of Dallas, Texas, is perfect for the nature lover and hunter alike. A mix of pine and hardwoods allow for great tree stand placements around multiple oak groves that supply ample acorns for wildlife. Many areas of the property provide breathtaking 30-mile views of the surrounding mountains, valleys, and miles of trails cutting throughout the property. Full-time and seasonal creeks provide water for the deer, turkey, bobcat, and other indigenous wildlife that roam the area. Complete with a shop and a cabin that has a fresh mountain spring water supply. Price: $1,712,500

TI Valley Brushy Creek Ranch 1,850± ACRES | PITTSBURG COUNTY OKLAHOMA | PROPERTY ID: 2991203 Productive cattle ranch and haven for trophy whitetail deer, pigs, and turkey features two parcels located seven miles apart with a carrying capacity of 375-plus cow/calf units, steel pen corrals. hydraulic chute, shop, barns, and two homes. This ranch has a perfect blend of pastures, hay meadows, and bottomland. Forage includes Bermuda, rye, clover, fescue, and triticale. Brushy Creek runs through the west parcel along with multiple ponds and seasonal streams throughout. The Brushy Creek area is next to state owned wildlife land which, combined with the all season grasses of the cattle ranch, creates some exceptional hunting experiences. Price: $3,955,250

Sugar Loaf Mountain 1,925± ACRES | SEBASTIAN COUNTY ARKANSAS | PROPERTY ID: 2937141 This is a one-of-a-kind timbered area next to Sugar Loaf Lake.

Outstanding views from your own mountain with county road access from Lookout Peak and Lover’s Leap Areas. Exceptional hunting for deer and bear. For the entrepreneur this beautiful property could be parceled into multiple hunting tracts with ponds developed on each one. With utilities located near the lake front, it would be a perfect place for a home or to develop lake lots. Terrain varies from lakefront to mountain terrain with a wide variety of marketable timber. Wildlife includes deer, bear, bobcat, and other indigenous wildlife. Price: $2,685,375

Accredited Ranch and Land Brokers Your Brand for Ranches and Trophy Properties 1405 South George Nigh Expressway, McAlester, Oklahoma 74501 Office: (918) 426–6006

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Spectacular Northeast Oregon Estate 2,518± ACRES | UNION COUNTY | OREGON | PROPERTY ID: 2381215 Imagine, nearly 10,000 feet of custom, massive timber-framed home at the base of the Blue Mountains with 2,518 acres of gently timbered terrain surrounding you. Massive views from this lodge-style home make you never want to leave the privacy and seclusion it offers. Beautiful natural wood finishes, Leeds type energy efficiency and construction, large wraparound decks and massive windows bring the property together with the outdoor environment. Fresh mountain air, wildlife, water, timber, seclusion, and proximity to small towns and ski area are just a few of the additional highlights regarding this opportunity. This is a first time offering. Price: $9,750,000

Lakefront Property 25.82± ACRES | KOOTENAI COUNTY IDAHO | PROPERTY ID: 2381220 This property consists of 25.82 acres located on shoreline of Hayden Lake. The property is wooded and gently slopes to over 550 feet of shoreline on the lake. The property can be split into four separate parcels, each with lake frontage. Hayden Lake is located in the scenic panhandle of North Idaho in Kootenai County. With its sparkling water, pristine sandy beaches, and timbered shoreline, 3,800acre Hayden Lake is one of the most beautiful lakes in the region. This is a first time offering.

Price: $2,250,000

GREG SACKOS/BROKER (541) 523–4434 | Info@IntermountainLand.com | 1425 Campbell Street Baker City, Oregon 97814

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Les Gelvin, Broker | Les@AgriEnterprises.com | (970) 221-2607 420 South Howes Building A, Suite 103 | Fort Collins, Colorado 80521 view all properties: LandsofAmerica.com/member/19956

Adam Farm 171± ACRES | WELD COUNTY | COLORADO | PROPERTY ID: 2716960 Unbelieveable views with about three-quarters of a mile on both sides of the St. Vrain River. It is located one-and-a-half miles off I-25 and four miles from Longmont. It is currently being used as a family farming operation. This is a very rare opportunity to own prime property minutes from Denver International Airport, Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. Water rights included.

Call Les: (970) 214–6139 or Justin: (970) 217–3163. Price: $11,500,000

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Hennessey, Oklahoma Property 5.7± ACRES | KING COUNTY | OKLAHOMA PROPERTY ID: 2569726 Built in 2009, 4,639 square feet, and perfect for horses. Price: $650,000

Covington, Oklahoma Property 160± ACRES | GARFIELD COUNTY | OKLAHOMA PROPERTY ID: 2886127 Cultivation, perimeter-fencing, and a spring-fed pond. Price: $360,000

10-Acre Tracts—Enid, Oklahoma 10± ACRES | GARFIELD COUNTY | OKLAHOMA PROPERTY ID: 1369275 10-acre tracts for building site, hobby farm, orchard, vineyard, gardens, or plantations. Excellent atmosphere for equestrians. Price: $54,000

Enid, Oklahoma Property 4± ACRES | GARFIELD COUNTY | OKLAHOMA PROPERTY ID: 2743663 5,249-square-foot home, pool, 40x30 shop, and more. Price: $625,000

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Burns Pasco Ranch

Vinagium Vineyards

158.7± ACRES | FRANKLIN COUNTY | WASHINGTON PROPERTY ID: 2905665 This property is being offered in 11 parcels. Price: $15,000,000 #1 88.62 Acres

#4 5.1 Acres

#7 4.77 Acres

#10 28.89 Acres

#2 5.1 Acres

#5 5.1 Acres

#8 4.77 Acres

#11 4.77 Acres

#3 5.1 Acres

#6 4.77 Acres

#9 1.72 Acres

101± ACRES | BENTON COUNTY | WASHINGTON PROPERTY ID: 2905852 This vineyard has diversified red varietals that have produced sophisticated wines highly rated by Robert Parker. It includes 19 separate varietals with separate clones for many, two emergency irrigation ponds, and reserved picturesque locations for winery development. A 47-year lease is available on two vineyards with senior guaranteed water rights utilizing twin function irrigation system. Price: $8,500,000

Kevin O’Rorke, Principal/Broker | KOrorke@NaiTri-Cities.com | (509) 551–7122 www.NAITri-Cities.com | www.NAIGlobal.com | view all properties: LandsofAmerica.com/member/347166 LANDMAGAZINES.COM

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DAWN PLANTATION 780± ACRES | COLLETON COUNTY SOUTH CAROLINA | PROPERTY ID: 2979573 Dawn Plantation is rooted in the rich culture of the Lowcountry; this is a rare opportunity to own an unusually beautiful and historic property with a 3,000-squarefoot Victorian plantation-style house. The property is primarily comprised of old growth natural pine, planted pine, and mature hardwood forests that have been managed for wildlife habitat and timber production.

The landscape is diverse with gentle topography, but includes significant relief as you approach from the river. 18 acres of controlled water may be flooded annually for waterfowl, there are broken rice fields, gardens, and open agricultural fields. The property contains 30 acres of planted longleaf pine and 115 acres of gorgeous mature pine and hardwood bottomland. It has been under active timber management for many years. Dawn is not protected by a conservation easement and may offer substantial tax benefits for a conservation minded buyer. Price: $4,899,000

TODD CROSBY, ASSOCIATE BROKER (843) 539–2506 OFFICE | Todd.Crosby@AFMForest.com | (843) 909–0159 CELL

GATO MOUNTAIN RANCH 2,989± ACRES | OTERO COUNTY | NEW MEXICO The Gato Mountain Ranch is a mountainous expanse of improved native grass rangeland.

The property is located within minutes of the mountain resort community of Ruidoso with direct access from U.S. Highway 70. The property is comprised of 389.34 deeded acres along with 2,602 BLM lease acres. The improvements include a 3,900-square-foot hacienda compound and outbuildings all built since 2008. Approximately a half-mile from the hacienda is modern two-story cabin and bunkhouse. Owners will split the deeded acreage that has been surveyed into two equal improved tracts. This property can accommodate 32 people.

Miles of horseback and ATV trails. Abundant wildlife to include elk and mule deer. Go to www.NMRanches.com to view photos and video. The Gato Mountain Ranch is being offered for sale by Bar M Real Estate, LLC in cooperation with Schrimsher Ranch Real Estate, LLC. Contact Scott McNally, Qualifying Broker for Bar M Real Estate and Broker in Charge for Schrimsher Ranch Real Estate, LLC. Price: $2,800,000

BAR-M REAL ESTATE FARM & RANCH SALES Scott McNally, Broker | SamMMcNally@msn.com (575) 622–5867 OFFICE | (575) 420–1237 CELL view all properties: www.LandsofAmerica.com/member/32625

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TWO TROPHY ARIZONA PROPERTIES

Pajaros Migratorios Ranch 1232.92± ACRES | SANTA CRUZ COUNTY ARIZONA | PROPERTY ID: 2813740 Visit www.ArizonaRanch.Land for more information on this unbelievable sprawling Tubac ranch with historic headquarters. Price: $7,900,000

Scottsdale Equestrian Estate 10.01± ACRES | MARICOPA COUNTY ARIZONA | PROPERTY ID: 2878247 Visit youtu.be/MtaPbVB0A3g for a virtual tour of this estate that backs up to public land. Price: $4,999,999

Keller Williams Southern Arizona | John Hamner, CCIM www.TucsonCommercial.com | (520) 907–0030 | John@TucsonCommercial.com view all properties: LandsofAmerica.com/member/95629

Spokely Ranch 1,040± ACRES | WHEELER COUNTY OREGON | PROPERTY ID: 3014404 Gorgeous views of the valley from this cozy retreat with a wall of windows overlooking nature’s landscape. Twobedroom, two-bath custom home with open floor plan, granite counters, hickory cabinets, and knotty pine accents. Lightly timbered hunting/grazing land borders Umatilla National Forest with eight LOP tags in Fossil Unit.

Secluded setting has pond, seasonal creek, good deer population, and wildlife viewing at its best. MOPLS ID: 24454. Price: $995,000

Guyon Springs 783± ACRES | GRANT COUNTY OREGON | PROPERTY ID: 2698396 Recreational/grazing land for hunting, hiking, riding horses, or ATV’s in Ochoco Unit. Two buildable tax lots with four LOP tags. Borders BLM with spring-fed pond, stock tank, and mountain views. Good gravel access road. Surveyed and perimeterfenced. Sage and juniper covered hillsides on private access road behind locked gate. Terms O.A.C. MOPLS ID: 21971 .Price: $465,000

www.CupperCreekLandCompany.com Julie Mansfield Smith, Broker/Owner | (541) 934-2946 CupperCreekLandCo@gmail.com 41909 Cupper Creek Road, Kimberly, Oregon 97848 | view all properties: LandsofAmerica.com/member/16993

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