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Double J Ranch in Real County is a Colorado-like property in the Texas Hill Country.

Dramatic elevation changes, majestic views, crystalline springs and two lakes, one of which is newly constructed and 33 feet deep at the dam, define the landscape.

Improvements are nestled in a deep canyon providing complete privacy.

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HAT CREEK RANCH

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Uniquely suited to the south Texas and Hill Country lifestyle, the Hat Creek Ranch offers both large scale entertainment possibilities and quiet retreat areas.

A world-class Texas resort, this idyllic and very private retreat ranch-resort absolutely defines the very best of authentic Texas lifestyle.

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Sheldon Grothaus, owner-broker of Texas Ranch Sales LLC in Hondo, is a tall, moving target.

TWA members Dan and Ruth Flournoy, who live in Houston and ranch near San Angelo, hatched an idea that left the students at Irion County Elementary School in Mertzon aflutter over monarchs—and conservation.

Although the Pronghorn are often referred to as an antelope, they are not a true antelope and are in fact the only member in the family that they belong.

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Dr. Wallace Klussmann got involved with TWA at the same time he got involved in the politics of natural resource management.

The privately owned lands of Texas serve as filters for the creeks, streams, rivers and aquifers that provide water for the entire state.

An agricultural attorney discusses key issues in fence law.

For the past 87 years, this property which sprawls over 25 square miles in Kerr and Kimble counties, has been owned by the Moody family, one of the Lone Star State’s founding families.

Theodore Roosevelt’s contributions to wildlife conservation and land stewardship are monumental, and their products have blessed future generations with many benefits. Now it is up to the present generation to preserve the wildlife and land for those generations to come, just as Roosevelt did.

As wildlife stewards, one of our first orders of business should be understanding some of the basic principles of habitat management, and to know how to manage and manipulate resource components to ensure adequate habitability for species of interest.

A LE T TER FROM THE PUBLISHER

n Texas, seasons seem to slip from one to the other without much notice or fanfare. Fall is no different, really. Unlike the northeast or the mountain states, we generally don’t enjoy a profusion of color. We get our dose of kaleidoscopic color in the spring when the wildflowers burst onto the scene.

And while I understand why people get jazzed about colorful landscapes, I personally get excited about the first norther. After surviving a seemingly endless Texas summer, there’s nothing more refreshing than the sudden drop in temperature, even if it’s fleeting, that promises relief. It’s a signal that change is literally in the air.

Monarchs will pass through in a fluttering, flashing mass.

Doves will bring their acrobatic flying skills to grain fields, weedy patches and stock tanks near you. Soon ducks and geese will fill their favorite potholes.

Now some folks don’t like change, but I do. I learned a long time ago that change is really the only thing that stays the same, whether it’s in nature or in business. No day—and therefore no year—is ever the same in ranch real estate.

Constant change doesn’t disconcert me because it gives me a chance to apply the best advice I ever got. When I was still wet behind the ears, a mentor said: “Look at the big picture, but when you’re faced with a decision do the next best thing for your business and your family. If you base every decision on what’s best, then you’ll always be okay.”

Keep that in mind as you flip through our pages and look at the best ranches that Texas has to offer. If you purchase the one that best fits you, your family, friends and even your business, it will be the next best thing you’ve ever done.

Tom Alexander Publisher talexander@land.com

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CONTRIBUTORS

ELLEN BRISENDINE These days, no one is forced to be a rancher. It is a completely voluntary career and lifestyle choice for those who take on the challenges of cattle and natural resources management. This is why Ellen H. Brisendine has enjoyed her more than 30 years as a writer and communicator in the beef industry. Ellen joined the staff at Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association (TSCRA) in 2002.

Since then, TSCRA has expanded its reach by adding communications platforms—a smartphone app, a daily emailed newsletter, websites, a print newsletter—to the flagship print magazine, The Cattleman, the voice of TSCRA and the business journal of the cattle business of the Southwest. As executive director of TSCRA communications services, Ellen directed the adoption of these new technologies, making sure The Cattleman and TSCRA are where our more than 18,000 members need us to be.

LORIE A. WOODWARD Lorie has worked as a writer and public relations practitioner exploring the intersection of agriculture, natural resources and public policy for almost 30 years. Her career, which has included stints in the public and private sector, has taken her across the country and around the world, where she has been enthralled by the people of the land and their stories. She is the president of Woodward Communications and co-owner of The Round Top Register, a regional magazine focused on life in the rolling bluebonnet hills of central Texas where country meets city.

Woodward was reared on a ranch near Lexington, Texas, but now makes her home in Brenham, Texas, with her two children, Kate and Will.

JAKE HILL Jake is the son to Lee and Arlen Hill. He is a 16-yearold junior in high school in his little hometown of Nacogdoches, Texas. Ever since he had the opportunity of harvesting his first deer at age 9, he has been interested in wildlife and their “world.” Jake has always been passionate about the outdoors and it is this passion that drives him to obtain a degree in wildlife biology and management in order to preserve the land and natural resources of today for the generations of tomorrow.

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DR. CHARLES GILLILAND

Greg received a B.S. degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences in 1987 from Texas A&M University and soon after formed Wildlife Systems, Inc., a company that currently manages hunting operations on over 800,000 acres of private land in Texas and New Mexico. He is also co-owner of Wildlife Consultants, LLC, providing technical assistance to landowners and other entities on habitat management and other wildlife-related issues. Greg served as President of Texas Wildlife Association through July 2015.

Dr. Gilliland currently holds an appointment as a Research Economist with the Real Estate Center in the Mays School and an appointment as Adjunct Associate Professor of Agricultural Economics at Texas A&M University. In addition, Dr. Gilliland is a Helen and O.N. Mitchell Fellow of Real Estate and a Clinical Professor of Finance teaching real estate investment analysis for the Master of Real Estate program in the Mays School at Texas A&M University.

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2017 Wild Film Tour WildFilmTour.com The 2017 Wild Texas Film Tour is an 11-city speaker tour featuring inspiring adventures and conservation stories. The goal of the tour is to showcase important local conservation issues, inspire viewers to engage in grassroots efforts and increase recruitment for local conservation organizations. Each event will be approximately three hours long, will feature two speakers and will have a before or after party area for attendees to meet with supporting conservation organizations. Hosted by filmmaker and conservationist Ben Masters. Made possible by YETI, Texas Parks & Wildlife Foundation, Stewards of the Wild, The Borderlands Research Institute and King Land & Water. Depending on the success of the 2017 Wild Texas Film Tour, the tour could expand through Texas and beyond as the Wild Film Tour.

TOUR DATES San Antonio September 21, 2017

Tobin Center for the Performing Arts

The Globe-News Center Theatre

Houston September 27, 2017

The Cullen Theater Wortham Theatre Center

College Station September 28, 2017 The Rudder Theatre

Corpus Christi October 5, 2017

University Center - Lone Star Ballroom

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Amarillo October 12, 2017

Austin October 10, 2017

The ZACH Topfer Theatre

Whitetail Rendezvous WhitetailRendezvous.com

Whitetail Rendezvous is a podcast that is best described as sitting on your front porch visiting about whitetail hunting, the industry it has created, the stories told around the campfire, the hunting tradition and opportunities to have a positive influence in the lives of others through our passion of hunting. Join Whitetail Rendezvous host Bruce Hutcheon as he interviews his guests from across North America. He talks about whitetail deer, lessons learned, tips and techniques, stories about the traditions of hunting, women in the outdoors and mentoring the youth. Whitetail Rendezvous’ vision is to reach common ground by educating, collaborating and communicating with whitetail hunters across North America. Listen and subscribe to the Whitetail Rendezvous podcast at WhitetailRendezvous.com.

Midland October 19, 2017 The Yucca Theatre

Marfa October 20, 2017 Crowley Theatre

El Paso October 23, 2017 Alamo Drafthouse

Dallas October 25, 2017 The Texas Theatre

Fort Worth October 26, 2017

Amon Carter Museum of American Art

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Collectors Covey CollectorsCovey.com Collectors Covey has served the Sporting Art Community in Dallas since 1978. The Gallery was originally opened in Highland Park Village and has moved to their new location in Preston Center. The Gallery specializes in fine Western and Wildlife art and bronzes. They are proud to announce that they will now be offering handmade Italian shotguns by Caesar Guerini. Collectors Covey also carries a generous variety of unique home furnishings, gifts and clothing for the sporting life enthusiast. An integral part of their mission is involvement with Texas Wildlife Conservation efforts. Since their inception they have helped give back roughly $12,000,000 to these efforts. Collectors Covey can help curate your collection. If you have art you’d like to sell, they can take it on consignment and offer it in the gallery or place it in a silent auction. They also offer special commission artwork, acquisition and decorating services. Appraisal services for artwork and sculpture are also available, as well as custom framing.

Hunting & Fishing in Texas

by Hart Stilwell CollectorsCovey.com In this collection of essays and vintage photographs from the early 1900’s, Hart Stilwell documented the Texas outdoors with narrative detail and engaging anecdotes. Hart Stilwell describes hunting and fishing in Texas (and a very little bit of Mexico) in the 1930s and 1940s. Fishing subjects include tarpon, bass, pike, white bass and much more. Hunting subjects include bobwhite, dove, turkey, blue grouse, waterfowl, quail plus deer, cougar, coyote, hare and more. Visit the Collectors Covey to purchase your copy today!

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For some, these moments happen during successful outings in the field or on the water. For others, they are cherished times spent with family and friends. These moments shape us. They connect us. They are what we live for. N1 Outdoors hopes that their products bring to mind the excitement of moments gone by and increase the anticipation of those yet to come. On their site you’ll find their N1 Moments™ section where they feature submissions! N1 Moments™ is their way of celebrating outdoor memories and sharing them with others. If you have an N1 Moment™ you would like to submit for consideration to be featured and shared with their audience, you can contact N1 Outdoors on their website.

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Women’s Sporting Club Facebook.com/WSCDallas Women’s Sporting Club is a group aimed at including Women in the Dallas-Fort Worth area in various hunting and sporting events.

Women’s Sporting Club was formed in an effort to facilitate access, education and social events for women interested in hunting and shooting sports. By providing access to local events and a supportive social network, they are aimed at including women into outdoors events to help fulfill personal goals and expand their community. They’ve featured a several event so far this summer including a wild game dinner, a shotgun clinic, a fishing day trip and a hog hunt. Be sure to check out their page for more information and future events! For questions and additional information email WSCDallas@gmail.com.

Blacktail Bow Company BlacktailBows.com Blacktail Bow Company is driven to make exceptional bows for exceptional archers—true sportsmen, seeking the ultimate challenge.

You won’t find laser sights, wheels, cams or cables on their bows. They are a bow company dedicated to serving the “Purist”—individuals drawn to the pinnacle of pure bowhunting and the uniquely satisfying experience that can only be found in the time—honored simplicity of a traditional bow. Their mission is to create the finest traditional archery bows in the world. They seek to make the next bow better than the last; to be always improving and innovating—setting new and higher standards in design, craftsmanship, performance and durability. Visit their website to see their vast selection of bows. You can even create your own custom bow! Let the adventures begin.

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Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival RGVBF.org Situated in the middle of the Rio Grande Valley, Harlingen is the ideal location to venture from for excellent birding. Within 90 minutes are dry, desert habitats to the west, and the coastal habitats are only 60 minutes to the east, with a riparian ribbon along the entire southern boundary. For 23 years running, the Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival has provided thousands of birders with life birds, those they call the “RGV Specialties.” Professional tour guides lead every trip, whether bus or van, with a low participantto-guide ratio to provide excellent spotting and identification. Over 60 vendors of bird-related products can delight every level of birder at the Birders Bazaar, and their contributions to the Silent Auction make that event very exciting. They offer great birds, excellent guiding, educational seminars, rousing socials and FUN! Ask anybody who has been here before! The 24th Annual Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival begins on November 8, 2017 in Harlingen, Texas, and the event with be held at the Municipal Auditorium. Please visit their website for the Fall 2017 schedule and registration information.

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2018 National Pheasant Fest and Quail Classic PheasantsForever.org & QuailForever.org February 16, 17 & 18 Sioux Falls, South Dakota | Denny Sanford Premier Center Whatever your passion—whether it’s pheasants or quail, conservation, bird dogs, shooting, cooking wild game or passing on our hunting heritage to the next generation, 2018 National Pheasant Fest and Quail Classic has something for you!

Pheasant Fest and Quail Classic is a trade show that will focus on wildlife conservation, upland game bird hunting (pheasant and quail), dog training and wildlife habitat management and restoration. In connection with the trade show, Pheasants Forever will hold seminars on habitat improvement, pheasant hunting, shooting sports, wild game cooking, dog training, conservation and lots more!

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Prices in Texas land markets continued to rise in the first half of 2017 about 4.3 percent above price in the first half of 2016. The deflated price (in 1966 dollars) even rose 2.3 percent over the first half of 2016. Markets managed to produce these improvements despite a record rise since 2004, weak commodity support for cropland, and continued uncertainty in energy markets. In addition, markets are more likely to sustain the modest level of increase in the long run than the frenzied growth in the 2013–2014 markets.

Market participants continue to enjoy robust demand in active markets.

The first half price of $2,590 per acre eclipsed the 2017 first quarter price by a 1.1 percent growth rate. Those figures document another record level for Texas land markets. Property size at 1,493 acres moved up a substantial 226 acres over 2016 first half markets.

Although the 5,100 sales lagged 97 transactions short of 2016 first half volume, these statistics reveal another record setting year.

Political uncertainty, falling value of the dollar, and continued prosperity promise to support current price and volume trends for the remainder of the year. Seeking a stable store of wealth fueled by expanding personal incomes, Texans keep on buying acreage. The obvious dark clouds float in on the flood of oil and glut of agricultural commodities. Never the less, trends promise another record year for Texas land markets.

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Share a Moment with the Best in Texas Meet the 2017 Lone Star Land Steward Honorees

Blackland Prairie Brown Ranch

Cross Timbers & Prairies Solana Ranch

Edwards Plateau Three Mile Creek Ranch

Pineywoods Arcadia

Rolling Plains Wild Wings Ranch

South Texas Plains Harris Ranch

Trans Pecos El Carmen Land and Conservation Co.

2017 Leopold Conservation Award Winner Dixon Ranches

Texas Parks and Wildlife’s “Lone Star Land Steward Awards” recognizes private landowners in Texas for their exemplary contributions to land, water, and wildlife stewardship. Over the last 22 years we’ve honored more than 200 landowners who have conserved over 3 million acres of our home ground. For more information, or to nominate a landowner for the most prestigious landowner awards program in Texas, visit www.tpwd.texas.gov/lsls

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TOP 100 SOLD S E C O N D Q U A R T E R 2 0 17

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11. Dullnig Ranches Kuper Sotheby’s

Robert Dullnig, Director/Broker Associate Sold Price: $7,500,000 1,425± Acres | Hays County

12. Tara Stark Real Estate Group @ Keller Williams

Tara Stark Sold Price: $7,300,000 2,033± Acres | Hood County

13. Land & Ranch Realty, LLC Lem Lewis Sold Price: $6,783,774 850± Acres | Williamson County

14. Mark Hubbard

Ranch Properties

Mark Hubbard, Broker Jared Capt, Broker Associate Sold Price: $6,077,400 2,894± Acres | Uvalde County

15. Mason Morse

Ranch Company

Bart Miller Sold Price: $5,925,000 3,151± Acres | Sherman County

Chas. S. Middleton and Son Sam Middleton Sold Price: $52,500,000 31,788± Acres McCulloch County

02. HomeLand Properties Andy Flack Sold Price: $20,950,028 3,302± Acres | Walker County

03. Chas. S. Middleton and Son Sam Middleton Sold Price: $17,485,500 11,657± Acres | Palo Pinto County

04. RANCH INVESTMENTS Ranch Investments Sold Price: $13,103,496 1,158± Acres | Kendall County

05. Bois d’Arc Realty, Inc. Bois d’Arc Realty, Inc. Sold Price: $13,000,000 235± Acres | Fannin County

06. IRONGATE LAND COMPANY, LLC Jeff Portwood

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16. Mock Ranches

Keller Williams Realty

Kasey Mock Sold Price: $5,614,000 1,604± Acres | Mills County

17. King Land & Water LLC

Tammy, James and Harrison King Sold Price: $5,538,700 11,420± Acres | Crockett County

Sold Price: $11,032,000 2,758± Acres | Harris County

07. Texas Ranch Sales, LLC Sheldon Grothaus Sold Price: $10,500,000 1,815± Acres | Medina County

08. IRONGATE LAND COMPANY, LLC

Jeff Portwood Sold Price: $10,500,000 3,499± Acres | Liberty County

09. PROPERTY CONNECTIONS REAL ESTATE

Minor Taylor Sold Price: $9,000,000 2,968± Acres | Matagorda County

10. Southwest Land Associates Buck Laning and Rick Taylor Sold Price: $9,000,000 3,231± Acres | Zavala County

18. Meek Ranch Sales

Mark Meek, Broker Sold Price: $5,500,000 552± Acres | Bandera County

19. Scott Esch Land and Realty Scott Esch Sold Price: $4,433,800 1,708± Acres | Reeves County

20. Moreland Properties Jim Hardie Sold Price: $3,988,000 743± Acres | Coleman County

21. Anders Realty

Jessica Burkett Sold Price: $3,847,425 426± Acres | Gillespie County

22. Republic Ranches, LLC Republic Ranches, LLC Sold Price: $3,780,000 1,400± Acres | Live Oak County

23. NIXON REAL ESTATE Vic Nixon Sold Price: $3,774,569 576± Acres | Gillespie County

24. Anders Realty

Mark K. Harman Sold Price: $3,730,532 718± Acres | Kendall County

25. IRONGATE LAND COMPANY, LLC

Jeff Portwood Sold Price: $3,716,000 929± Acres | Harris County

26. J. GRUBER PROPERTIES J. Gruber Sold Price: $3,648,000 600± Acres | Medina County

27. Bill Johnson & Associates Real Estate Company Bill Johnson Sold Price: $3,615,000 168± Acres | Austin County

28. Magnolia Realty

Magnolia Realty Sold Price: $3,498,000 400± Acres | McLennan County

29. Republic Ranches, LLC Republic Ranches, LLC Sold Price: $3,495,000 1,750± Acres | Palo Pinto County

30. Anders Realty

Mark K. Harman Sold Price: $3,394,574 888± Acres | Mason County

31. FINDARANCH.com

Tyler Wright Sold Price: $3,143,300 1,700± Acres | Menard County

32. Mason Morse Ranch Company

Bart Miller Sold Price: $3,000,000 1,280± Acres | Ochiltree County

33. DRIPPING SPRINGS REALTY

Michael Waite Sold Price: $3,000,000 193± Acres | Hays County

34. Burgher-Ray Ranch Sales Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty

Harlan Ray and David Burgher Sold Price: $2,999,950 432± Acres | Palo Pinto County

00 35. Hodde Real Estate Co Tammy Foreman Sold Price: $2,872,000 217± Acres | Washington County

36. Republic Ranches, LLC Republic Ranches, LLC Sold Price: $2,850,000 391± Acres | Waller County

37. Hodde Real Estate Co

Ashley Jahnke Sold Price: $2,815,054 232± Acres | Washington County

38. Hortenstine Ranch Company, LLC

52. Cobb Properties

Stefanie Cobb and Tai Cobb-Klam Sold Price: $2,250,550 592± Acres | Hamilton County

53. REALTY EXECUTIVES Kerrville Christopher Dean Sold Price: $2,202,695 800± Acres | Kerr County

54. Foster Farm and Ranch Chad Foster Sold Price: $2,200,000 431± Acres | Uvalde County

55. The Texas Ranch Company LLC

69. Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty

Emily Beck Sold Price: $1,950,000 149± Acres | Tom Green County

85. South Central Real Estate Tanya Schindler Sold Price: $1,600,000 233± Acres | Fayette County

70. Brooks Real Estate

86. Deitra Robertson

71. RE/MAX TRINITY,

87. Republic Ranches, LLC

Brooks Land Gallery, Inc Sold Price: $1,924,192 726± Acres | Erath County

TRINITY LAND TEAM

Jenna Hawkins and Tom Callan Sold Price: $1,893,978 736± Acres | Montague County

72. Hulsey Homes and

Real Estate, Inc.

Deitra Robertson Sold Price: $1,600,000 98± Acres | Waller County Republic Ranches, LLC Sold Price: $1,600,000 592± Acres | Hill County

88. The O’Gorman Group

Casey Berley, ALC Sold Price: $2,770,200 729± Acres | Cooke County

Brandon Scott Sold Price: $2,200,000 625± Acres | McCulloch County

Roland Reichardt Sold Price: $2,745,925 844± Acres | Matagorda County

Steven J. Bilicek Sold Price: $2,168,312 35± Acres | Fort Bend County

73. Brohill Realty Ltd.

Keith Bexley Sold Price: $2,691,486 854± Acres | Milam County

Deborah Novelli Sold Price: $2,150,000 30± Acres | Travis County

74. Williams Trew

90. Simpson Ranches & Land LLC

Gene Garramone Sold Price: $2,150,000 100± Acres | Collin County

75. REMAX Landmark

91. Bevers Real Estate

Kay Davis Sold Price: $2,150,000 3,151± Acres | Sherman County

76. Hortenstine Ranch

92. RE/MAX Advantage

39. Texas Select Properties,Inc. 56. Texas Ag Realty 40. Bexley Land and Cattle, LLC 57. Realty Austin 41. Anders Realty

Jessica Burkett Sold Price: $2,645,300 270± Acres | Gillespie County

42. Coastal Bend Real Estate Jo Ann Clawson Sold Price: $2,605,000 1,042± Acres | Refugio County

43. The O’Gorman Group Cindy O’Gorman Sold Price: $2,600,000 0.73± Acres | Dallas County

44. Shin Oak Realty

Bradley O’Dell Sold Price: $2,590,380 404± Acres | Williamson County

45. Monk Real Estate

J Frank Monk Sold Price: $2,571,670 257± Acres | Austin County

46. Republic Ranches, LLC Republic Ranches, LLC Sold Price: $2,549,692 503± Acres | Orange County

47. Republic Ranches, LLC Republic Ranches, LLC Sold Price: $2,513,918 1,150± Acres | Webb County

48. Culhane Premier Properties Shawn Culhane Sold Price: $2,500,000 360± Acres | Lampasas County

49. Texas First Real Estate,LLC Steven Craig Sold Price: $2,456,246 286± Acres | Colorado County

50. Stuart Southwest Land Company

Mike Stuart Sold Price: $2,350,000 335± Acres | Grimes County

51. Hodde Real Estate Co Randy Hodde Sold Price: $2,300,000 89± Acres | Washington County

58. Nathan Grace Real Estate

59. United Country Real Estate 60. Foster Farm and Ranch

Ranches

Gary Hulsey Sold Price: $1,857,400 251± Acres | Gillespie County

Clifton Shearrer Sold Price: $1,850,000 200± Acres | Atascosa County Allen Crumley Sold Price: $1.850,000 101± Acres | Jack County

Frank Roberts Sold Price: $1,800,000 656± Acres | Van Zandt County

Company, LLC

Bret Polk Sold Price: $1,799,050 566± Acres | Erath County

Cindy O’Gorman Sold Price: $1,575,000 0.88± Acres | Dallas County

89. RANCH INVESTMENTS Ranch Investments Sold Price: $1,568,800 213± Acres | Burnet County

Anthony Simpson Sold Price: $1,556,000 480± Acres | Refugio County Bevers Real Estate Sold Price: $1,550,000 299± Acres | Milam County RE/MAX Advantage Sold Price: $1,537,858 53± Acres | Grimes County

Chad Foster Sold Price: $2,142,525 1,155± Acres | Maverick County

77. Keller Williams

93. Trinity Country Real Estate

Republic Ranches, LLC Sold Price: $2,115,000 556± Acres | La Salle County

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94. United Country

61. Republic Ranches, LLC

62. Cornerstone Brokerage LLC

Don Stanley Sold Price: $2,100,000 525± Acres | Smith County

63. HomeLand Properties Andy Flack Sold Price: $2,069,184 425± Acres | San Jacinto County

64. HomeLand Properties HomeLand Properties Sold Price: $2,049,970 572± Acres | San Jacinto County

65. Virdell Real Estate Tory B. Virdell Sold Price: $2,016,700 602± Acres | Llano County

66. RANCH PRO REAL ESTATE Brian Clark Sold Price: $2,000,000 7,235.15± Acres | Terrell County

67. RANCH PRO REAL ESTATE Brian Clark Sold Price: $2,000,000 7,235± Acres | Terrell County

68. Railhead Realty, LLC Tina Hughes Sold Price: $1,950,000 49± Acres | Parker County

Denise Harper Sold Price: $1,756,913 1,702± Acres | Kimble County J. Gruber Sold Price: $1,750,000 194± Acres | Frio County

79. Lee, Lee & Puckitt Associates, Inc.

Lee, Lee & Puckitt Associates, Inc. Sold Price: $1,750,000 925± Acres | Schleicher County

80. Triangle Realty

Craig Cooper Sold Price: $1,704,000 363± Acres | Hansford County

81. Hortenstine Ranch Company, LLC

Blake Hortenstine Sold Price: $1,691,655 960± Acres | Stephens County

Matt Milligan Sold Price: $1,500,000 26± Acres | Parker County

Bobo Realty & Land Company Carroll Bobo Sold Price: $1,500,000 239± Acres | Smith County

95. HomeLand Properties Andy Flack Sold Price: $1,498,862 798± Acres | Liberty County

96. The Texas Ranch Company LLC Brandon Scott Sold Price: $1,490,000 60± Acres | Kendall County

97. REMAX Landmark

Frank Roberts Sold Price: $1,480,000 462± Acres | Hopkins County

82. The O’Gorman Group

98. Culhane Premier Properties

83. Hodde Real Estate Co

99. Ranch Enterprises

Cindy O’Gorman Sold Price: $1,650,000 1.08± Acres | Cindy O’Gorman County Tammy Foreman Sold Price: $1,625,000 47± Acres | Washington County

84. Drake Real Estate and Investments

Chris Wiesinger Sold Price: $1,601,960 551± Acres | Smith County

Shawn Culhane Sold Price: $1,465,000 1.83± Acres | Travis County

Corey Lehmann Sold Price: $1,444,444 345± Acres | Gillespie County

100. Frank J. Carter, Broker Frank J. Carter Sold Price: $1,400,000 684± Acres | Dimmit County

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TEXAS WILDLIFE ASSOCIATION

BY DAVID YEATES, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

As I write this, I am energized. TWA has just wrapped up our annual convention, a three or four-day, depending on how you count, event at the J.W. Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort and Spa. More than 1,200 members and outdoor enthusiasts gathered for the most intensive, educational, family-friendly, fun event in Texas.

Event after event, speaker after speaker, one thing was clear: TWA is strong and healthy—and our impact is increasing across Texas. Please read on for the highlights.

By unanimous acclamation, TWA’s new officer team President J. David Anderson, who owns Houston-based Andon Specialties and ranches near Freer; Vice President Tom Vandivier, who recently retired from his Austin-based law practice and ranches near Junction; and Treasurer Dr. Neal Wilkins, CEO of the East Foundation as well the slate of eight new directors and 36 renominated directors were elected. In addition, Dr. Louis Harveson, the founding director of the Borderlands Research Institute, continues to serve as Second Vice President of Programs.

From a financial perspective, TWA has continued to bolster liquidity and expand program staff. This aligns with our mission as a non-profit. While TWA has to a good steward of the organization’s resources, our mission is putting programs on the ground and making a difference, not amassing a huge bank account.

With that said, it takes significant funding to deliver our programs. Our annual convention which provides roughly 30 percent of our annual operating budget, set a new record for revenues. As always, we are grateful to the people who donated the items, many of which are not available anywhere else, and those who purchased them. And I’d be remiss if I didn’t thank our incredible sponsors that read like a who’s who in the world of outdoors and recreation.

The Texas Wildlife Association Foundation is equally important.

The directors and staff work tirelessly to raise the money necessary to support our Conservation Legacy education efforts, which last year reached more than 600,000 Texans. Last year, they collectively obtained $859,000 in grants. This year, they are well on their way to the $one million goal, which is supplemented by fundraising events and private donations.

In the coming year, TWA staff will be concentrating on several goals. First, communications TWA’s profile with members and the public. Second, the organization will be even more engaged in advocacy activities outside the bi-annual legislative session than ever before. Third, the staff will deliberately look for opportunities to “cross-pollinate” between programs such as the TYHP and Texas Brigades to increase participation, visibility and potentially membership.

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Speaking of membership, we recently “scrubbed” our membership records to ensure that everything is up-to-date and complete, which will facilitate better communication within the organization.

This year new membership efforts will include a partnership with the TPWD Foundation and its Stewards of the Wild Program, which targets millenials who love the outdoors. TWA will also offer a corporate membership program called Wildlife Partners, an affordable way for corporations to become a branded sponsor for a year’s worth of TWA events. The Membership Committee will also be organizing more “Hunt to Table” programs, allowing families to experience first-hand the connection between time in the field and the food on their plates.

For the first-time, the Texas Youth Hunting Program hosted 200 hunts during the 2016–17 season involving 166 landowners, 1,650 trained Huntmasters and 1,109 youth, who were accompanied by their significant adults. Currently, TYHP staff, thanks to TPWD’s Law Enforcement Division, is preparing to host hunts that will be filmed and featured in episodes of “Lone Star Law,” a television series that reaches 1.5 million viewers each week.

Last year, TWA ramped up its online and social media presence. In 2016–17, there were 212,193 Total Engaged Users accounting for about 6.5 million impressions. In the fall staff will start to digitize all past magazine content so it can be accessed via the Internet and repurposed as social media content.

On the legislative front, the 2017 Legislative Session was as intense and challenging as ever. Working with likeminded conservation groups, TWA was able to influence dozens of wildlife related bills, some good and some bad. At the end of Session, no harm was done to the current state of wildlife management.

The eminent domain reform package that TWA carefully crafted in conjunction with other landowner organizations ultimately perished due to extreme opposition from those who exercise eminent domain for business needs. Our coalition is now stronger and more organized—and we will continue to work toward an equitable solution for landowners.

On the federal level, TWA is also actively working to protect private property rights under the “Waters of the United States” definition in the Clean Water Act. The previous administration vastly expanded that definition, which has currently been stayed by a Presidential Executive Order. TWA is working with national partners to craft a responsible definition in a transparent process.

Again, TWA is strong and healthy, but we’ll be stronger and healthier if you’ll join us.

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TEXAS LAND BROKERS NETWORK

BY TYLER JACOBS, PRESIDENT

As we look forward to the fall market, your TLBN broker membership is most likely to look back on the summer market and describe it as “fickle.” It seems apparent that some of the market fundamentals are changing, but not at a point where they can be clearly identified or managed for. Some properties that would have flown of the shelf 18 months ago seem to be sitting idle now, and things that would not sell

18 months ago seem to be flying off the shelf.

All the more reason to ensure you partner with a broker that will build a marketing platform to suit your property, and give expert knowledge of pricing and market placement. There is no one more qualified than your regional TLBN broker to provide that professional assistance. Fall is the busiest time of year, to be out on the land among our beautiful Texas landscapes. Enjoy!

TEXAS ALLIANCE OF LAND BROKERS

BY NEAL REEH, PRESIDENT

Whether you are buying or selling rural property, there are numerous reasons why you want to engage in the services of a member of the Texas Alliance of Land Brokers (TALB). Our members offer:

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Knowledge of land markets and mineral, water and timber rights

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Ability to find financing for rural properties

Our mission is to assist our membership through broker cooperation, ethics, marketing, private property rights, fellowship and educational speakers who can provide information that is useful to our rural land experience. Our members, as well as guests, attend monthly meetings where we have speakers who are professionals in their field. The August meeting will be on Wednesday, August 23, at the Woodrose Winery in Stonewall with Texas Agriculture Commissioner, Sid Miller, speaking. The September meeting will be on Wednesday, September 27, at the Old 300 BBQ in Blanco with Rusty Adams, the legal expert at the Real Estate Center, speaking.

Both meetings will begin at 11:15 a.m.

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Understanding of political and government regulations related to rural land ownership

Contact Jane Bushong Brown at (830) 329-3354 for more information or to RSVP for the meeting.

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Call the three-bedroom, twobath, log cabin and a fourbedroom, two-bath, guest lodge home. Entertain in the 19’5”x19’ outdoor kitchen and stunning 52’8”x31’8” swimming pool, hot tub and fireplace. Wildlife, ranging from white-tailed deer and turkeys to aoudad and axis, abound. The large barn is outfitted with a walk-in cooler. The ranch is ideally suited as a corporate retreat, family getaway or hunting destination.

To see the Double J Ranch, call Howard W. Hood at (830) 739-3815. This property is available for $5.95 million.

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RANCHO AGUA GRANDE The 17,132-acre Rancho Agua Grande, located 25 miles northwest of Uvalde where South Texas, West Texas and the Hill Country meet, is one of largest live water ranches for sale in Texas.

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The 17,132-acre Rancho Agua Grande, located 25 miles northwest of Uvalde where South Texas, West Texas and the Hill Country meet, is one of largest live water ranches for sale in Texas. Year-round Live Oak Creek, fed by more than 30 springs, bisects the ranch from north to south for about seven miles. The line between Uvalde and Kinney counties is on a similar north-south axis.

The shady pecan bottom along the creek stands in contrast to the rugged hills and deep canyons that characterize the transitional landscape. The ranch is home to Boiling Mountain, the highest peak in Uvalde County, and Salmon Peak, the highest point in Kinney County. Because three ecoregions converge on the Rancho Agua Grande, the vegetation is diverse—ranging from pinon pines to live oaks and mesquites, huisache, guajillo and black brush. It’s a feast for human eyes and a natural buffet for wildlife.

Live Oak Creek is a calling card for the ranch’s native and exotic wildlife. They

gather to drink and loaf under the trees, making it easy to view some of the more than 40 species of game from around the globe that roam the property. It’s possible to see kangaroos, camels, zebras, gemsbok, sable, water buffalo, white bison, Iranian red sheep, scimitar-horned oryx and water bucks, just to name a few, in a single afternoon. Whitetails, turkey, dove and a limited population of quail are native to the ranch.

More than 50 miles of high-fence encircle the perimeter, keeping the desirable managed wildlife inside and the freeranging game out. With the rich, abundant diversity of wildlife, it’s no wonder that Rancho Agua Grande is considered one of the nation’s premier hunting destinations.

To see the unique splendor and unlimited potential of the Rancho Agua Grande for yourself, contact Howard W. Hood at (830) 739-3815. This property is available for $100 million.

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RANCHO ESTRELLA With its combination of rugged South Texas brush and grassland savannahs, the Rancho Estrella, located 42 miles southwest of Hebbronville, is like t wo ranches in one. Encompassing approximately 8,100+ acres in Jim Hogg and Starr counties, the ranch provides incredible hunting and superlative privacy for its owners and their guests.

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The Rancho Estrella is divided into four pastures: the Brush Pasture, the Front Safari Pasture, the Back Safari Pasture and the House Pasture. The exterior and interior fences are high to facilitate wildlife management. Miles of allweather and quick-drying ranch roads provide easy access.

Managed for wildlife for almost three decades, the Rancho Estrella is home to white-tailed deer, bobwhite and scaled quail, Rio Grande turkeys, javelina, dove and feral hogs. While quail hunting occurs regularly on the ranch, the native population has been supplemented with pen-raised birds to keep the numbers stable.

In addition to healthy populations of native game, the ranch has a full complement of desirable exotics: sable antelope, scimitarhorned oryx, axis and zebras.

The well-managed brush country habitat is supplemented with protein feeders as well as winter and summer food plots. The ranch has 24 protein feeders ranging in capacity from 1,000–2,500 pounds as well as 18 quail feeders. To facilitate hunting, there are 30 Atascosa deer blinds and 30 1,000-pound corn feeders strategically located throughout.

In addition to wildlife, the ranch is wellsuited for cattle. The new owners can choose to run their own herds or lease out the grazing for an additional income stream.

There are two sets of cattle pens: one on the Brush Pasture and a newly constructed set that can be accessed from the remaining three pastures.

Water for wildlife and livestock are plentiful.

The Rancho Estrella has nine water wells; two of which are run on solar pumps and the remainder on electric submersible pumps. There are also four stock tanks, three of which are supplemented by water from the wells. The other relies on rainwater. Plus, there are more than 30 wildlife waterers scattered throughout the property.

Rancho Estrella is designed to entertain large numbers of family, friends, colleagues

or clients, providing opportunities for both camaraderie and privacy. The scope and scale of the facilities can handle special events. For instance, the focal point of one of the dining rooms is a 24-foot mesquite table.

There are two separate compounds to house guests, one in the Brush Pasture and one in the House Pasture. At each location, there is a combination of a main lodge as well as apartments and casitas. The smaller quarters offer partial kitchens and private baths. The Brush Pasture Compound, which reflects the style and tradition of South Texas, also has a swimming pool and a series of common areas designed to bring people together. There is a master plan in place outlining potential expansion of the House Pasture.

The owner’s home is located at the Brush Pasture compound. It is a four-bedroom, four-bath house with half baths attached to the kitchen and family room. While it is central to the compound’s design, the owner’s home includes a separate wing where the family can gather privately.

There are two modular homes for staff.

The ranch’s infrastructure is also designed to support ranch work and entertaining.

For instance, there is a 10’x25’ walk-in cooler for storing game and kennels for housing the ranch’s bird dogs. Guests can enjoy shooting skeet from both a high and low-house. A watch tower near the owners’ home provides a view of Mexico’s Sierra Madre Mountains.

The ranch has been both a hunting destination and a corporate retreat. If the new owner chooses, Rancho Estrella could easily be transformed into a commercial hunting operation.

Brush country. Grassland savannahs.

Camaraderie. Privacy. Rancho Estrella provides an opportunity for the best of all worlds.

To schedule a private showing and make Rancho Estrella part of your world, call Howard W. Hood at (830) 739-3815.

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FLOWING RIVER RANCH The Flowing River Ranch, located about 10 minutes south of Hunt in Kerr County, offers the exceedingly rare opportunity to purchase 108± acres of undeveloped land on the south fork of the Guadalupe River.

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The Flowing River Ranch, located about 10 minutes south of Hunt in Kerr County, offers the exceedingly rare opportunity to purchase 108± acres of undeveloped land on the south fork of the Guadalupe River.

The south fork is known for its high water quality as well as the surrounding scenery.

The Crystalline River, arguably Texans’ favorite, courses through the ranch for about 1,200 feet. The property fronts Highway 39, making access easy.

Imagine whiling away long summer afternoons on the banks of the Guadalupe, indulging in cooling dips, relaxing picnics and naps in the shade. The only other people present are those you invite.

oaks, is a beautiful blank canvas. Because there are no buildings on the property, the new owners will have the complete freedom to create a personal masterpiece, be it a private recreational getaway or a corporate retreat. A discerning eye will spot the locations that lend themselves to be prime building sites.

The combination of native vegetation and plentiful water attracts wildlife. The region is home to white-tailed deer and turkey as well as roaming exotics such as axis, sika and fallow deer.

To experience the rare opportunity that is the Flowing River Ranch, contact Howard W. Hood at (830) 739-3815. This property is available for $4.75 million.

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EAST TOWN CREEK ESTATE On the outskirts of Kerrville, Texas, along the historic Western Cattle Trail to Dodge City, Kansas, and beyond is this 55± acre East Town Creek Estate.

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On the outskirts of Kerrville, Texas, along the historic Western Cattle Trail to Dodge City, Kansas, and beyond is this 55± acre East Town Creek Estate.

The main residence overlooks a beautiful lake on Town Creek and is comprised of 17,000 square feet. The estate is perfectly situated and configured for luxury living and lavish or relaxed Texas Hill Country entertainment. The estate accentuates indoor and outdoor living with a large 50’x30’ pool and spa, outdoor fireplaces and fire pits for outside entertainment during the mild Hill Country nights.

The estate is open and bright with two art galleries filled with western art, one leading to the master bedroom suite and the other connecting the main living areas to the game room and trophy room wing. The home features a large living room, library, dining room, den and sun room and a large country kitchen with utility room. Six large fireplaces located in the main living areas and in the bedroom suites keep the estate warm and cheerful during chilly winter nights. Outside the den area is an outdoor fireplace situated on a covered porch overlooking the pool, which provides an ideal cocktail hour venue.

There are four bedrooms, each with en suite baths, and a guest suite with a panoramic view of the main lake, horse paddocks and hills. The master suite features a large two-story master

bedroom with fireplace, two adjacent gyms and his and her bathrooms. Upstairs from the master bedroom is a large main office, secondary office, loggia, map room, half bath and coffee bar. A long covered porch off the office suite overlooks the pool and main lake.

From the main den there is a wide art gallery hall leading to a 40’x27’ game room with fireplace overlooking the pool. Another wide gallery decorated with wildlife art and scenes of Africa leads to a 60’x40’ trophy room featuring a full kitchen and an adjoining antique bar room accented by a real antique bar and walls of antique long leaf pine. Upstairs from the bar is the palatial guest suite overlooking the lake, outside fire pit and views beyond.

If the estate home itself is not enough, consider that the lakes have been stocked for over 20 years with a bountiful habitat of world-class Florida bass and large catfish. The estate grounds feature a thoroughbred horse barn, tack room and office. Close by is a large shop, work areas, green house and air conditioned storage room. There are many separately highfenced pens and alleys designed for the efficient handling of horses, exotic animals or whitetailed deer. Large high-fenced fields allow for the enjoyment of many exotic animals such as greater kudu, nyala, zebra, red deer, aoudad, axis, blackbuck or any other beautiful creatures that the new owner chooses to enjoy. This property is available for $3.975 million.

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INDIAN RIVER RANCH Located in ruggedly beautiful Edwards County is a private retreat from the crush of modern life with mountain top views, great hunting and river bottom richness.

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$2,950,0 0 0 PROPERTY ID

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The Indian Ridge River Ranch, located on 1,285± acres in Edwards County near Barksdale, is a hunter’s paradise with mountaintop views, 200± acres of river bottom richness, 1.2 miles of water frontage divided between the Nueces River and its tributary, Ruth’s Draw, and paved road access from Ranch Road 335. Other water features include several back country springs, miles of water line and a strong well.

The low-fenced ranch, which has been managed for wildlife and qualifies for an exotic production valuation, has never been commercially hunted—and has had no hunting pressure for the past five years. Whitetails and a myriad of other native species as well axis, blackbuck, aoudad, fallow deer, sika deer, stag and elk come and go.

Rock art, Indian mounds and middens provide evidence of human habitation dating back for

up to 5,000 years. The ranch is also home to a mapped and fully documented cave.

The extensive road system is accessible by foot, ATV or pickup. An in-ranch caliche pit provides raw road construction material.

The expansive two-bedroom, two-bath lodge with wraparound porches is designed to easily accommodate guests. The lodge’s furnishings and appointments will convey.

The ranch infrastructure includes a four+ vehicle carport, an industrial-style 80’x40’ shop with two adjoining 80’x20’ bays and a game-cleaning area.

Scenery. Solitude. Water. Wildlife. Recreation.

Relaxation. Family. Friends. Fun. The Indian Ridge River Ranch offers it all. Call Howard W. Hood at (830) 739-3815 for a tour of Indian Ridge River Ranch, listed at $2.95 million.

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LAKE AMISTAD Lake Amistad is rated the #1 bass lake in the United States. This property is versatile and unique for development potential, a corporate retreat, recreational camp, or just living the good life.

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VA L V E R D E COUNTY

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The picturesque Lake Amistad Ranch invites the discerning buyer to the ultimate recreational water property. Delight in hunting wild game or hiking in the hills of this scenic 872.6 acres property, located only 25 minutes north of Del Rio, Texas.

True Texas comfort provided with a fourbedroom, three-bath, Stucco home with woodburning fireplace. You can watch the sunrise from the great open kitchen area. Breathtaking views of Lake Amistad and surrounding Texas hills provide a diverse natural terrain.

Fish, swim, canoe, or enjoy a variety of water sports from the four miles of crystal clear lake frontage. This property is an outdoorsman’s paradise! Lake Amistad is rated the #1 Bass lake in the United States. Native game include white-tail deer, turkey, quail, doves, and javelinas.

Other amenities include a nice barn, one water well, one tank and perimeter fencing This property is versatile and unique for development potential, a corporate retreat, recreational camp, or just living the good life.

Call Howard W. Hood for a private showing at (830) 739-3815.

ROCKING W RANCH Rocking W Ranch, located between Kerrville and Comfort, offers the best of Hill Country living on the perfect scale. At 84.09± acres, the ranch has room to roam, but is easily manageable.

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KERR

COUNTY OFFERED AT

$2,200,000 PROPERTY ID

Rocking W Ranch, located between Kerrville and Comfort, offers the best of Hill Country living on the perfect scale. At 84.09± acres, the ranch has room to roam, but is easily manageable.

Spring-fed Bluff Creek transects the Rocking W from north to south. In addition, the Rocking W has a commercial water well permitted for pumping up to five million gallons annually.

The landscape is traditional Hill Country with rolling hills, shallow valleys and ancient live oaks. The range is primarily native grasses, although there is a 20± acre patch of coastal Bermuda. The brush has been deliberately sculpted to maintain the property’s wildlife valuation. The low-fenced property is home to white-tailed deer, axis deer and turkeys. All of the property’s gates are electric, and the roads are either concrete or blacktop.

The ranch’s main house is 4,050± square feet of custom comfort with two or three bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths. An

open floor plan and exquisite touches such as black walnut cabinetry, travertine tile and hardwood floors create a sense of elegance.

An expansive deck overlooks the pool, its burbling waterfall and a 1,000± square-foot pool house.

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The nearby 2,400± square-foot, twobedroom, three-bath “barn house,” complete with a kitchen and a laundry, provides superlative guest lodging.

Ranch infrastructure includes: a 40’x60’ equipment barn; a 20’x75’ concrete pad with a barn awning that is currently used for RV storage, but could be easily enclosed to make another barn; a 10’x60’ mobile home pad; a 12’x20’ utility barn with three attached horse stalls and a 40’x50’ livestock pen. There is also a set of covered livestock holding pens and a set of livestock working pens.

To explore the easily manageable lifestyle offered by the Rocker W, contact Howard W. Hood at (830) 739-3815. This property is available for $2.2 million.

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V&K RANCH The V&K Ranch, located just minutes from Kerrville, is an ideal place to call home. With two entrances off Freedom Trail Road, the 99.38-acre property is easily accessible and the right size to enjoy.

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KERR

COUNTY OFFERED AT

$1, 6 95 , 0 0 0 PROPERTY ID

3 0726 01

The V&K Ranch, located just minutes from Kerrville, is an ideal place to call home. With two entrances off Freedom Trail Road, the 99.38-acre property is easily accessible and the right size to enjoy.

The high-fenced ranch, which features classic Hill Country topography and beauty, is divided into two 50± acre pastures. The land retains its natural character while providing a home to blackbuck antelope, elk, sika deer and whitetails.

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There are three wells on the property (one with a submersible pump, a second that is windmill powered, and a third, still cased in, taps into the Trinity Aquifer) as well as three handcrafted stone water troughs and a stock tank.

The home’s adobe construction, Saltillo tile and light-filled rooms are reminiscent of Santa Fe. The spacious, gourmet kitchen, which opens into the living room, is a focal point for both family gatherings and entertaining. A large two-level deck opens off the living room, bringing the outside indoors.

The guest house features two bedrooms and two baths, a kitchen, dining room and a huge multi-purpose room that the current owners are using as a personal gym.

The ranch also features two barns. The most recent addition is a horse barn with stalls and attached paddocks. The older barn is suitable for horses or hay storage.

The V&K Ranch is ideal—and idyllic.

The house is 3,274± square feet and features three bedrooms and three baths on a single floor. There is also a library/study, a reading room and an office that is tucked away for privacy.

To see the ideally located V&K Ranch for yourself contact Howard W. Hood at (830) 739-3815. This property is available for $1.695 million.

336 RANCH The 336 Ranch, located 28 miles northwest of Kerrville in Kerr County, provides easy access, complete privacy and the opportunity to create a ranch to your own exacting specifications.

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The 336 Ranch, located 28 miles northwest of Kerrville in Kerr County, provides easy access, complete privacy and the opportunity to create a ranch to your own exacting specifications.

The 336-acre property, which is just three miles from the convenience of I-10, showcases a variety of Hill Country terrain.

Within its fence lines, you will find bottom land along the seasonal creek as well as rolling hills and slightly higher elevations with three-mile views that are ideally suited as home sites. The primary ranch road is caliche.

With wildlife management in mind, 95 percent of the ashe juniper has been removed.

To augment the native range, the owners supplement with alfalfa, protein and corn.

Three bulk protein feeders, six corn feeders and all hunting blinds transfer with the property.

The ranch is home to native whitetails and wild turkey as well as a host of exotics including axis deer, fallow deer, sika deer, black buck antelope and a small herd of purebred mouflon sheep.

The top-of-the-line Tightlock® fence, which gives game managers complete control of ingress and egress, is less than five years old.

Ranch infrastructure includes two 12’x24’ wooden buildings suitable for storage or conversion to camp houses. The property has electricity and water from a deep, productive well.

To claim the potential of the 336 Ranch for yourself, contact Howard W. Hood at (830) 739-3815. This property is available for $1,107,120.

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he said, as way of introduction. In addition to Texas Ranch Sales, Sheldon is owner-operator of Texas Whitetail Breeders, which produces 500 head of deer annually, and a 350-head F-1 commercial cattle operation.

“I work hard and like to play hard as well, but these days I have to plan the play,” Sheldon said. “The real estate business, at least in our office, rarely sleeps.”

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Our paths crossed briefly at the recent Texas Wildlife Association Annual Convention where he was attending the organization’s Private Lands Seminar.

Not ever having met, Sheldon and I exchanged texts trying to find one another in San Antonio’s massive J.W. Marriott Hill Country Resort and Spa. My self-description was “short, blonde with glasses wearing a red t-shirt.” His response: “I’m the tall one.” We agreed to meet in the bar because it was centrally located, not because either one of us had time for a drink.

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I arrived and scanned the room, not exactly sure who I was looking for. Then, he unfolded himself from the chair—and I immediately knew whose hand I needed to shake. His firm handshake and unwavering eye contact testified of his rural Texas roots.

“Land ownership is a great privilege that I’ve experienced first-hand for quite some time,” Sheldon, who attended Texas A&M University-Kingsville and studied wildlife management, said. “In return, I want to help others on their journey to land

ownership.” There’s an open, directness to his manner.

“All of my business dealings are guided by this quote that I picked up in my reading: ‘People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel,’” he said. “Integrity is the basis of my business philosophy.”

Texas Ranch Land Sales, which he founded in 2001, and its sister company Texas Ranch Developers, a land asset improvement company, grew naturally out of his other interests.

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Texas Ranch Sales “I GOT STARTED IN THE RANCH REAL ESTATE BUSINESS BECAUSE OF MY APPRECIATION OF THE GREAT OUTDOORS AND ALL THAT IT OFFERS”

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“I got started in the ranch real estate business because of my appreciation of the great outdoors and all that it offers,” Sheldon, who particularly enjoys hunting and fishing, said. “I have been involved in the hunting and wildlife industries for a long time and was looking for a completely different way to broaden that horizon.”

He continued, “I’m a landowner as well as a ranch developer who puts ranches back in working order, so I know both sides of the market. Whether my clients are sellers, who have spent years creating equity in their ranches, or buyers, who are looking to invest their hard-earned money in real property, they get the best of my experience, market knowledge and problem solving.”

Texas Ranch Development gives him a unique perspective. He not only looks at ranches from the standpoint of what they are, but from what they can become. His team, under the Texas Ranch Developers, LLC banner, “rehabs” distressed ranches that have been neglected or “polishes” ranches that can better reach their potential with some well-focused improvements.

“Depending on what buyers are looking for, we can deliver a ranch that is waiting for new owners to put their personal stamps on or we can deliver a turnkey property where we’ve improved the pastures, upgraded the structures, enhanced the water features or the introduction of deer from improved genetics onto the ranch,” he said.

From experience, both business and personal, Sheldon recognizes the benefits of owning a Texas ranch. First, there’s the financial upside because land that is well-managed and well-maintained generally doesn’t lose value and often provides a significant cash return on investment if sold. Land also provides strong collateral for other business deals.

Then, there are the benefits that don’t show up on a P&L statement.

“Ranches provide the ultimate getaway for family and friends,” Sheldon said. “When people arrive at their own properties, they can leave the stress and rush of modern life outside the gate.”

Texas Ranch Sales has grown to include several associates, each one bringing to the table their own fields of expertise on behalf of the firm’s clients.

“The beauty of a career in ranch real estate is that it’s easy to love what I do every day,” Sheldon said. “I get up knowing that I will have the chance to spend the day on a beautiful ranch either looking for one that fits clients’ needs or actually showing them a property that could change their lives.”

Enjoying the work and the people encountered along the way keeps Sheldon passionate about the industry.

“Every individual who buys or sells a ranch with us, deserves—and gets—our complete attention,” Sheldon, who sold San Antonio Spurs superstar Tim Duncan his first ranch, said. “While we conduct deals all over Texas for a large number of clients, we never forget that the transaction on the table, whether it’s selling a family property or

Changing lives “THE BEAUT Y OF A CAREER IN RANCH REAL ESTATE IS THAT IT’S EASY TO LOVE WHAT I DO EVERY DAY”

buying a ranch where a family will write its own land history, is important and highly personal.”

Sheldon and his team don’t believe in “one and done.”

Each business interaction offers an opportunity for a longterm relationship.

“While we work every day to grow Texas Ranch Sales, we strive to maintain close relationships with everyone who we’ve encountered along the way,” Sheldon said. “In my opinion, repeat business and referrals are a true measure of a brokerage’s success.”

When I asked what he would do if he weren’t in the ranch real estate business, he had no answer. It may be because his plate is full, but I suspect it’s because there’s nothing else he can imagine that would be as satisfying.

“For me, Texas is all about the rich, cultural heritage that has been handed down ever since my grandparents came to this state to capitalize on its promise of a better life for their family,” Sheldon said. “That promise still exists today. Now like then, the legacy can be claimed and built on a foundation of hard work and determination.” ° LAND.COM • LEGENDARY LIVING

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Hat Creek Ranch 551± ACRES IN MEDINA COUNTY

Hat Creek Ranch

551± ACRES IN MEDINA COUNTY • PROPERTY ID: 3881981 Uniquely suited to the south Texas and Hill Country lifestyle, the Hat Creek Ranch offers both large scale entertainment possibilities and quiet retreat areas. This is a privately gated 551± acre estate, which has been designed for the equestrian lifestyle. The diverse topography of this ranch also provides opportunity for the nature lover and outdoor enthusiast. Lush green pastures lead to the wet-weather Deep Creek Gorge giving ample forage and cover to an abundance of south Texas wildlife. The property provides majestic oaks, wooded trails and elevations with spectacular views to explore and fascinate.

The Hat Creek Ranch will provide privacy and opportunity to explore a range of uses and recreational interest.

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S O R 920±  F-M C This fantastic game-fenced Medina County hunting ranch features a varied terrain of gravely hills and rich sandy loam soils in the bottomland with many vistas and valleys spread across the ranch. Huge live oaks are scattered throughout the dense underbrush, which covers the majority of the property, providing excellent coverage for wildlife. The property is sanctuary to an abundance of native wildlife as well as released superior deer genetics. This is an exceptionally well-maintained hunting ranch with outstanding improvement possibilities.

Property ID: 2612131

J7 R 1,943±  J C Located between Port Lavaca Bay and Lake Texacana this ranch stretches from salt-water Swan Lake to Keller Creek, offering a tremendous amount of lush diversity. Heavy native brush areas provide cover for cattle and the abundant native wildlife. With several fresh-water creeks, ponds, and a salt-water lake this ranch is home to a great diversity fish species. This ranch is a dream for any avid cattleman, outdoorsman, hunter and fisherman.

Property ID: 3438305

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R L R 312±  K C This is a beautiful game-fenced ranch with a gentle rolling terrain. Three log cabins, a game processing area, numerous feeders and great roads make this is a turn-key ranch, ready to enjoy. The property is covered with numerous native high protein brush species providing excellent cover and forage for the abundant wildlife, which includes whitetail deer, axis, turkey, dove, quail and ducks. The ranch is currently under a level two MLD permit.

Property ID: 4428836

V G R 347±  M C Located just 14 miles north of Hondo, Texas, this beautiful low-fenced ranch features the diverse species of South Texas brush and the rolling topography of the Hill Country. The outstanding improvements on this ranch include a three-bedroom and three-bath main lodge, a foreman’s home and a caretaker’s house. This incredible ranch offers an awesome opportunity to own a beautiful, ready-to-go hunting, recreational or family ranch.

Property ID: 3883225

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S C R 721±  M C Located in the highly sought after transition zone of Medina County this hunting ranch boasts a rolling terrain, beautiful views, live oaks, native pastureland and thick underbrush, providing excellent cover and forage for the abundant native wildlife. There are two wet-weather creeks, which flow through the property during the rainy season. The diverse terrain of this South Texas property makes this ranch appealing to many tastes.

Property ID: 3646885

G B J R 454±  R C Located in Calvert, Texas, the centerpiece of this magnificent ranch is the custom designed home, which was completed in 2015. Every detail of this ranch has been meticulously maintained, planned and designed. From the scenic pastoral views, the riding trails in the tall timbers along Sandy Creek, abundant wildlife, sport fishing in the tanks and the best cattle grazing and equestrian facilities, this is the ultimate Texas homestead.

Property ID: 4380096

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R R 1,761±  Z C

E R 208±  M C

This fantastic live-water hunting ranch is located just outside of Crystal City. This ranch is extremely diverse and has a tremendous amount of opportunity to offer. Over three miles of the Nueces River serves as the southwest border of the ranch. The ranch has been divided into three sections, which are for sale separtely.

The terrain on this ranch is gently rolling and covered in an extraordinary variety of high protein brush species. Native wildlife on the ranch is abundant. Whitetail deer of superior genetics have been released on the ranch. This South Texas ranch is truly a perfect destination for any outdoor enthusiast.

C C R 1,382±  M C

O H R 135±  M C

This incredible ranch offers an awesome opportunity to own a beautiful, ready-to-go hunting and recreational ranch. With a hunting lodge, guest suite, barns, walk-in-cooler, and shooting range this is the perfect ranch for family hunting or to lease out.

This custom white-rock home with an open floor plan and loft is enhanced by a beautiful rock patio and pool with fountain. The acreage is low-fenced and cross-fenced into three pastures with water troughs and huge oaks among scattered grassy meadows and a wet-weather creek.

Property ID: 3753535

Property ID: 3416894

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C C R 705±  M C

S L R 178±  J C

With rolling terrain covered in an extraordinary variety of brush, oaks, and grasses this ranch provides great forage and cover for the abundant native wildlife. The ranch features two wet-weather creeks and six ponds. This ranch has been well maintained, and is the perfect destination for any outdoor enthusiast.

Located approximately 22 miles south of Edna, Texas, this ranch borders salt-water Swan Lake, which serves as the western boundary, and is perfect for fishing, bird watching and duck hunting. The native grasses have been expertly managed for optimum growth to provide forage for wildlife and livestock.

C C R 696±  J C

H & H R 549±  L S C

A generous amount of large tree varieties are scattered throughout the lush cattle pastures on this awesome ranch. The native grasses have been expertly managed for optimum growth to provide forage for wildlife and livestock. Heavy native brush areas provide coverage for all wildlife and cattle. Native wildlife is abundant on the ranch.

Located approximately six miles from Cotulla, Texas, this excellent South Texas hunting property is split into two high-fenced pastures.

This property is blanketed with tall mesquite, quisache and hackberry trees with black brush throughout. This turn-key ranch would make an excellent property for any outdoor or hunting enthusiast!

Property ID: 4384253

Property ID: 4423008

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L C C R 1,442±  M C

444 R 444±  M C

An amazing high-fenced South Texas Ranch located between Eagle Pass and La Pryor, Texas. The land is comprised of dense and diverse native virgin brush, which offers forage and habitat for the abundant wildlife. The centerpiece of the ranch is a 20± acre stocked lake providing water for wildlife and livestock.

This ranch boasts huge live oak trees, which are scattered throughout the lush grasses, along with dense underbrush providing excellent cover and forage for livestock and the abundant native wildlife. The entire ranch has new galvanized perimeter and interior fencing and is separated into four pastures.

L R R 801±  K C

K C R 1,099±  J C

This highly incredible and highly improved ranch is a must-see.

Overlooking the magnificent Guadalupe River, the main house area is privately tucked away from the front compound of houses and barns and affords the luxury of privacy. The diverse topography and exceptional variety of native vegetation characterizes the ranch.

Located 22± miles south of Edna, Texas, this awesome hunting and cattle ranch boasts creeks, ponds, and a diverse terrain.

Approximately 50 acres is currently in hay production, with the remaining acreage used for grazing. Native wildlife is abundant on this ranch and includes whitetail deer, dove, quail, and turkey.

Property ID: 3479588

Property ID: 3271861

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B B R 924±  S C

L M 3,845±  W C

This terrific property features a compound of four different houses, garages, living and entertaining spaces. The land is gently rolling brush country, clear of cedar. With an abundance of game, a stocked tank, diverse virgin brush and oak trees, this property is perfect for hunting, fishing and countless other uses.

Located approximately 15 minutes east of Laredo, Texas, the terrain is mostly South Texas native brush and grasses with a slight roll to the land, low lying wet-weather creek areas and four ponds.

The property has an improved road system and good fencing that allows livestock to be moved around the ranch easily.

R S R 2,245±  S C

R A L 400±  U C

This is a low-fenced cattle, goat and livestock ranch includes two houses, two barns, three Edwards water wells, six fenced pastures, all with underground water lines to 12 water troughs and two large storage pilas. Terrain is rolling pastures with large live oaks, great views, fertile pastures and abundant wildlife.

This high plateau property provides breathtaking views of the rocky slopes, native brush, and grassy valleys that make up the ranch.

This ranch is perfect for recreational enjoyment including exploration, hiking, and riding ATVs. And, of course, with the abundance of native wildlife, the hunting on this ranch is superb.

Property ID: 3852231

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D R 2,880±  M C Located approximately 14 miles North of D’Hanis, Texas, this ranch is tucked privately away among an incredible picturesque landscape offering the ultimate package of relaxation and recreational enjoyment. Aside from headquarters there is a guest house, hunting camp/lodge area, guest suite, barn, foreman’s house, equipment barn, corrals and more. This unbelievable turn-key ranch is perfect for hunting, deer breeding and recreational use.

Property ID: 2119136

E C F 812±  F & Z C This low-fenced farm is located in both Frio and Zavala Counties, Texas. The farm has been improved with five wells, underground piping and pumping equipment. There are four center pivot irrigation systems. This is a very nice and productive Frio County farm with good dove hunting and healthy native brush along the back side of property making it perfect for deer hunting. The farm currently maintains approximately 125 cow/calf pairs.

Property ID: 4403781

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Rio Bonito Ranch

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he 14,965± acre Rio Bonito Ranch, located in the rugged heart of the Texas Hill Country, sits squarely at the intersection of history and possibility. For the past 87 years, this property which sprawls over 25 square miles in Kerr and Kimble counties, has been owned by the Moody family, one of the Lone Star State’s founding families. For the first time ever, as part of an estate liquidation, it is for sale.

While the historic property offers all of the privacy afforded by a large ranch, it's just 90 miles northwest of San Antonio. It is a quick, easy drive on I-10 for family, friends or hunters. In fact, the ranch’s main gate can be accessed directly from the Interstate between Kerrville and Junction.

Currently, the Rio Bonito, with its abundance of wildlife including a high concentration of native whitetails, Rio Grande turkeys and Russian boars as well as 17 species of exotic hoofstock, is a completely outfitted, commercial hunting ranch that also offers premier bass fishing. Moody Lake, the mile-long, spring fed waterbody, arguably the centerpiece of the ranch, boasts trophy bass fishing within majestic scenery.

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Water is life. Water brings life. Other lakes dot the property as do many live springs. In places where the water doesn’t rise naturally, there are windmills, 11 total, to bring the sweet, cold and clear water from the underlying aquifer to the surface. Johnson Fork Creek, a primary tributary for the Llano River, burbles and bubbles over four-and-a-half miles across the western portion of the Rio Bonito.

The combination of water and diverse habitat makes the Rio Bonito an exceptional retreat for outdoor enthusiasts whether they are hunters, anglers or simply appreciators of grandeur. The expansive ranch is divided into several large pastures, each of which has its own character ranging from rolling hills with thick tree cover to open areas framed by limestone cliffs and cut by craggy valleys. Majestic live oaks provide shade and grace.

The vistas can be measured in miles and beauty. High points on the ranch provide coveted vantage points to savor the landscape rolling out before you. With an eye toward all things beautiful, the original owners situated the Spanish-style 28,000-square-foot lodge so it overlooks crystalline Moody Lake.

The Hacienda Complex built in the 1920s was designed by noted architect Carl Jules Weyl, in the height of Hollywood’s first golden era. Weyl, an Academy awardwinning art director who worked on classics such as The Adventures of Robin Hood and Casablanca, was part of the Hollywood elite and architect to the stars. He also designed the Brown Derby Restaurant, an iconic architectural design in Hollywood, California.

The lodge has 19 bedrooms offering guests a combination of back country charm and Old World elegance. Life within its historic walls has to be experienced because it defies explanation.

While the phrase “once-in-a-lifetime” is often overused, in this case it’s true. This is the first time this property has been available in most people’s lifetime. It is likely that it won’t be available again because it becomes part of a family’s legacy that endures for generations.

To explore the intersection of history and possibility at Rio Bonito Ranch for yourself, contact Icon Global Real Estate at (214) 855-4000. The ranch is listed for $45 million. °

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Barefoot Athens, Texas

A WORLD-CLASS TEXAS RESORT, this 2,500± acre idyllic and very private, almost hidden, retreat ranch-resort absolutely defies the imagination and defines the very best of authentic Texas lifestyle with a Four Seasons finish. Exuding a simple tranquility and functional excellence, the ranch goes beyond pampering both its owners and guests into a realm of extraordinary luxury and eclectic, exclusive five-star comfort and entertainment.

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A WORLD-CLASS TEXAS RESORT, this 2,500± acre idyllic and very private, almost hidden, retreat ranch-resort absolutely defies the imagination and defines the very best of authentic Texas lifestyle with a Four Seasons finish. Exuding a simple tranquility and functional excellence, the property goes beyond pampering both its owners and guests into a realm of extraordinary luxury and eclectic, exclusive comfort not previously seen in the area. Barefoot is simply an Icon: One of One. Containing world-class comfort, amenities and hosting capabilities, this secret and secure property lies just an hour from Dallas and 10 minutes from the nearest jet strip. It has hosted—in both comfort and security—economic and leadership summits and retreats for high-security executives, state and national politicians, countless rock and country music stars as well as celebrities of all kinds. It is also capable of hosting and handling several large families and groups of 50 or more at once for extended stays in the multifaceted lodging, cabins and luxurious apartments that go beyond the main lodge, expanding the maximum capacity while providing privacy and intimacy when desired.

Barefoot is truly a luxury resort with a distinctive “less is more” approach, exhibiting clean architectural lines, subdued use of wood and stone and bunkered service buildings built into hillsides.

Some features are even obscured by massive boulders and hidden by groves of beautiful pine trees that flourish throughout East Texas. If the Queen of England owned a family royal retreat disguised as a ranch in Texas, it would be this one. Detailed in design, impeccably maintained and meticulous in thought, planning, landscape design, architecture and use of space, the estate is breathtaking. It features an incredible 35,000-square-foot, timber-beamed lodge with exquisite gardens, PGA rated 9-hole golf course, boat house, multiple cabins and cottages, tennis courts, driving range, paintball course, shooting range, equestrian center, organic garden and greenhouse and garages for car and toy collectors—all sequestered and combined across the hills and dale in an idyllic and incredible setting encompassed by scenic ski and boating lakes. It is all wrapped up in and surrounded by an incredible mix of serene rolling hay fields with woods and wetlands with abundant wildlife. In its discerning class, Barefoot is by far and away the single most outstanding example of tasteful “money is no object” craft and construction in Texas.

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Developer’s Dream Ranch 5,000± ACRES IN DALLAS & ELLIS COUNTIES

20 MINUTES SOUTH OF KLYDE WARREN PARK ROLLING HILLS AND SANDY LOAM SOILS WITH SPECTACULAR DALLAS SKYLINE VIEWS

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Sandow Lakes Ranch

33,800± ACRES LOCATED 45 MILES FROM AUSTIN, TEXAS MULTI-USE/ PERSONAL: AGRICULTURE • RECREATIONAL • ENVIRONMENTAL INDUSTRIAL • RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL

VALUED AT $250 MILLION 33,800± FEE SIMPLE ACRES AVAILABLE IN TWO SEPARATE TRACTS 25,777 acres of highly improved pastoral & agricultural land with 14,100 feet to 300 feet deep lakes 8,000 acres, which include 1,000± acres of current industrial, warehouse, intermodal, power facilities & 7,000± acres of surrounding wooded recreational buffer property These two tracts available together or separately.

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Surface Water Rights 14 Deep Water Lakes with 48,379 acre feet covering 1,960 surface acres

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TURN-KEY: Full utilities in place (electricity, gas, water, water treatment, fiber & waste disposal), roads, railhead, intermodal facility, warehousing, manufacturing and distribution

Diversionary Water Rights 18,000 acre feet of senior surface water diversion rights

LOCATION: Positioned within the Austin & San Antonio Interstate 35 Corridor INCOME PRODUCING

MINERAL RIGHTS: 100% of Owned Oil & Gas Minerals Convey Additionally, it is estimated that 200 million tons of lignite coal remain in the buffer Sandow acreage, all to convey.

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TWA members Dan and Ruth Flournoy, who live in Houston and ranch near San Angelo, hatched an idea that left the students at Irion County Elementary School in Mertzon aflutter over monarchs—and conservation.

“Monarch populations and children’s connections to nature are declining at alarming rates,” Dan, a TWA director and Life Member, said. “Ruth and I began to consider how we might address both issues.”

The answer, which turned out to be an extended unit on butterfly biology that culminated with a “pep rally” for monarchs and a multi-bed hilltop butterfly garden, resulted from a perfect storm of people and opportunities.

“To get this going, we just had to connect the dots between people with a passion for children, education and conservation,” Dan said.

Initially, Dan discussed the idea with Irion County’s Game Warden Justin Jackson, whose wife Alexis is the science teacher for fourth–sixth grades at Irion County Elementary.

“Justin came home and said, ‘A landowner I work with wants to do some hands-on conservation with the 76

school. You interested?’” Alexis said. “I jumped on the chance because there’s nothing that I like better than getting our students outdoors and getting their hands in the dirt.”

Dan and Alexis talked and e-mailed off and on for a year putting the pieces of a plan in place and building their team, which grew to include Steve Lewis, owner of Native Ornamentals Nursery in Mertzon. Knowing that success comes from dividing and conquering, they divvied up the responsibilities: Alexis acted as the liaison with the school and coordinated the preevent education effort; Dan and Ruth underwrote the event’s cost and planned the morning program; Lewis grew the necessary plants, which numbered almost 1,000 and included a “takehome” milkweed plant for every student; and Justin handled “other duties as assigned.”

The fact that the school had already installed beds in anticipation of an outdoor gardening project was key to the project’s implementation.

The Tom Green County Master Gardeners provided

The st udent s at I r ion C ou nt y E lement a r y a ren’t

USF WS reviewed the request and determined it

t he only ones af lutter over monarchs; t he

h a d m e r i t . C u r r e n t l y, t h e r e q u e s t i s u n d e r g o i n g

butterflies reg ularly claim a spot in headlines

t h e r e q u i r e d “ 1 2 - m o n t h r e v i e w,” b u t U S F W S

a nd p ol ic y d i s c u s sion s . I touc he d b a s e w it h D r.

is drastically behind because of the number

Ben Hutch i ns, a n i nver tebrate biolog ist who

of petitions for listing various species and

h e a d s u p T P W D ’ s M o n a r c h R e s p o n s e Te a m , t o g e t

t he at tenda nt leg a l cha l lenges . Federa l st a f f

an update on the iconic species.

e st i m ate s t h at t hey won’t h ave a f i n a l dec i sion on

T WA : W h a t h a s h a p p e n e d t o m o n a r c h p o p u l a t i o n s that has put them in the spotlight?

BH: While scientists knew that monarchs mig rated for decades, it was about 40 years ago t hat it was discovered t he monarchs over w intered

t he monarchs unt i l somet ime in 2019.

The good news is that it g ives us some time to take management action and hopefully st abi l i ze t he popu lat ion, wh ich cou ld render a ny d i s c u s s i o n o f l i s t i n g u n n e c e s s a r y.

i n a l o c a l i z e d a r e a n e a r M e x i c o C i t y. T h i s

T W A : W h y i s Te x a s “ g r o u n d z e r o ” i n t h e e f f o r t t o

discover y changed ever y t hing. Scientists began

stabilize monarch populations?

monitoring the population by measuring the total area where t he species over w intered.

B H : I f y o u l o o k a t t h e m i g r a t o r y p a t h w a y , Te x a s acts a funnel to and from Mexico. When the

Since the winter of 1994 –1995, the monarchs’

b u t t e r f l i e s a r e f l o w i n g n o r t h , Te x a s i s t h e c e n t e r

o v e r a l l p o p u l a t i o n h a s d r o p p e d p r e c i p i t o u s l y . Tw o

o f t h e f i r s t g e n e r a t i o n . Te x a s i s w h e r e t h e y b r e e d

years ago, t he area in habited by t he over w inter ing

and t he f irst generation of cater pillars g rows

monarchs dropped to about one acre, which was a

t o m a t u r i t y. T h a t f i r s t g e n e r a t i o n i s t h e “ s e e d

90 percent decline. It sent alarm bells throughout

stock ” for the next three generations that will

t h e s c i e n t i f i c c o m m u n i t y. I t h a s s i n c e r e b o u n d e d

populate the area from the Rocky Mountains to

slightly back to the 80 percent decline which has

the Atlantic Ocean and north into Canada.

been the most constant trend.

When the Methusaleh generation, the one that

T WA : W h a t i s t h e s t a t u s o f t h e s p e c i e s ’ p o t e n t i a l

l ive s t he long e st , he ad s sout h for t he w i nter,

listing as an endangered species?

Te x a s i s a c r u c i a l e n e r g y r e s u p p l y s t a t i o n f o r t h e

BH: In 2014, the USF WS received a petition asking that the monarch be designated as a threatened species, which put the butterfly on t he fe de r a l r a d a r. It ’s i mp or t a nt to note t h at the monarchs’ decline coincided with a decline of other native pollinators, primarily managed honey bees as well as native bees.

final leg into Mexico. Plants that bloom in early to late fall are a vital component to a successful mig ration for t he generation t hat w ill over w inter and t hen beg in t he mig ration nor t h t he follow ing spr i ng. I f t here a ren’t enough f lower i ng pl a nt s , fewer members of the Methusaleh generation reach t he over w inter ing g rounds and t hose who do make it are often in a weakened state making it le s s l i kely t hey w i l l su r v ive t he w i nter.

T W A : W h a t c a n Te x a s l a n d o w n e r s d o t o h e l p ?

B H : To h e l p m o n a r c h s , l a n d o w n e r s s h o u l d maintain or restore native prairies, g rasslands and savannas t hat histor ically covered much of Te x a s , m a n a g e t h e i r l a n d f o r m a x i m u m v e g e t a t i v e diversity and use herbicides and insecticides as judiciously as possible. The good news is that the native rangeland and the land management techniques that benefit wildlife species also benefit native pollinators.

T WA : W h e r e c a n l a n d o w n e r s f i n d a d d i t i o n a l information about monarch conservation?

B H : S t a r t by g o o g l i n g “ T P W D a nd m on a r c h s .”

Th i s w i l l t a ke you d i re c t ly to t he a g enc y ’s monarch page where you’ ll f ind a var iety of resources including our “Management Recommendations for Native Pollinators i n Te x a s , ” t h e “ Te x a s M o n a r c h a n d N a t i v e Pol l i n ator C on s er v at ion Pl a n” a nd USF W ’s Pollinator Fact Sheets.

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Her fears were unfounded. With the panache of a seasoned ringmaster, Dan drew them in. When the question was asked, “Why did the silly student throw the butter out of the window?” The students responded to the timeworn joke with laughter and a collective groan as they answered, “To watch the butterfly.”

I n M a y 2 0 1 6 , t h e Te x a s P a r k s & W i l d l i f e Instead of a one-sided lecture, Dan opted Department published management g uidelines for for interactive Q&As, demonstrations and pollinators that la ndowners ca n use to qua lif y for created a showcase for students to share what wildlife ta x va luation. The g uidelines outline a they had learned about butterflies. Student suite of different practices that benef it pollinators after student took the microphone and ranging from butterflies to bees, the most efficient explained nuances of the monarch’s life cycle, and proficient pollinators on the landscape. The its habitat requirements, and even the physical practices, which can be applied to small backyards differences between the monarchs and their and large ranches, include prescribed burning, look-alike counterparts, the viceroys. native pla nt re-seeding a nd insta lling native p o l l i n a t o r p l o t s t o c r e a t e n e s t s i t e s . To d o w n l o a d The volume rose to a high-pitch as Dan led a c o p y o f t h e g u i d e l i n e s , g o w w w. t pw d . t e x a s . g o v them in a responsive chant. “Why are we and search for “Management Recommendations here?” he asked. “Milkweed for monarchs,” f o r N a t i v e I n s e c t P o l l i n a t o r s i n Te x a s . ” B e f o r e they responded thunderously. emba rk ing on the ma nagement pla n, la ndowners The seriousness of humans’ roles as should consult with their local ta x appraisal conservationists didn’t get lost in the fundistrict to ensure their efforts will be acceptable. filled atmosphere. When Lewis took the microphone to reiterate the basics of the monarch’s life cycle and the importance of diverse a $500 grant for supplies; the eighth grade ag. class vegetation to the species, he made it crystal clear that built and installed the retaining boxes, while the local the morning’s activities were vital.

4-H Club provided the soil and the labor to fill the “We’re planting milkweed today for our own survival,” boxes. The gardens’ final use hadn’t been determined when Alexis approached the school administration with Lewis said. “Habitat is disappearing. When habitat disappears so do butterflies, birds, animals and people.” the idea of butterfly gardens.

Armed with instructions, each class received plants “We had empty gardens on the school grounds that to transplant in their pre-assigned gardens. Some were just waiting for plants,” Alexis said. “Having these were milkweeds and others were flowering plants that in place was crucial because when Dan asked me, ‘Do could sustain adult butterflies. The primary goal was you have somewhere suitable for planting?’ I could creating a nourishing rest stop for the monarchs that answer yes.” pass through the Concho Valley on their twice annual According to Alexis the project came together migration. It had secondary benefits. without a major hitch.

“The butterfly garden is a perfect complement to the “It wasn’t hard,” she said. “Our administration and vegetable garden we maintain on campus,” Alexis said. our teachers were on-board immediately. Everyone “It gives our teachers another location—and another else on the team was passionate about the project, so reason—to get their students out of the classroom into there was never any concern about people doing their a natural learning environment.” respective parts. From the beginning, it was all about Because teachers embraced the well-orchestrated the kids and conservation.” plan, there was laughter, chatter and teamwork instead MILKWEED FOR MONARCHS of chaos as the planting began. Students of every The team determined the best time for the Milkweed age were busy doing their part for monarchs. Dan, for Monarchs morning was the last week of school, Ruth, Steve, Justin and Alexis walked throughout the so on May 23, 2016 every student and teacher in grounds lending additional assistance when needed. first–sixth grades gathered in the school courtyard, a Ruth, who prefers to work behind the scenes, was caliche hilltop dotted with empty raised beds.

Unseasonal cloud cover and a cool breeze combined grinning from ear to ear as she observed, “This is what nature does for kids. This is what hands-on to make a perfect morning for being outdoors. The conservation education does for learning. This is what excitement was palpable. It was like being a visitor it’s all about.” inside a beehive.

Dan concurred, “Today we connected kids with the “My number one fear was that the students wouldn’t basis of life. As landowners, we need to plant the seeds focus or want to participate,” Alexis said. “This of conservation and stewardship everywhere we can generation doesn’t plant plants, they play video games every time we can. ° and watch TV.”

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Equestrian Properties

El Milagro Retreat Offered at $8,495,000

50± ACRES DENTON COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 3168870

Lipan Horse Ranch Offered at $2,145,000

104± ACRES ER ATH COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 4283726

El Milagro Retreat is a residential estate and state-of-the-ar t working equestrian ranch situated on over 50 acres with several ponds, beautiful scattered hardwood trees and rolling topography. Centrally located in nor thern Denton County only 25 minutes from DFW Airpor t, this custom-built two-story 8,000-square-foot home is a true masterpiece of indoor and outdoor living. The equestrian compound consists of indoor and outdoor arenas, a four-stall barn, a storage/workshop barn, a main show barn with concrete alleys and 10 stalls and more.

This beautiful equestrian property is located an hour southwest of Downtown Fort Worth, between Weatherford and Stephenville. The highly improved ranch features a 5,459-square-foot main residence with a Hill Country/California architectural-style, a guest/manager house near the two horse barns and stables, numerous equipment/hay barns and much more. There are a total of six stock tanks or ponds on the property as well as a seasonal draw flowing off of Dry Branch Kickapoo Creek.

Waggoner Ranch

V Horse Farm

Offered at $1,995,000

169± ACRES COOKE COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 3892380

Spectacular recreational and horse property located next to Rosston only 75 minutes north of the DFW metroplex. Amidst a compound with three guest residences and barns is a spacious custom home which was inspired by architect Frank Welch. Abundant wildlife and recreational hunting is available on the northern portions of the property. Ranch includes two guest houses, manager’s home, horse barn apartment and manager’s house along with an eight-stall barn, fenced turn out and loafing sheds, two lighted outdoor arenas, covered breaking pen, cross fencing and much more.

Offered at $1,495,000

15± ACRES PARKER COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 4254730

This property is a true horseman’s dream! Well-appointed for a variety of equestrian disciplines with a custom-designed main house with swimming pool/spa, five-stall barn with three-bedroom apartment and a lighted 265’x180’ arena with auto roping chute, return alley, steer alley and header/ healer boxes. There is a small trap for holding roping steers next to arena.

The five sandy loam soil pastures are well suited for rotating cattle or horses.

Though the arena is currently set up for team roping, it would work well for a wide variety of equestrian disciplines.

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Steele Creek Ranch Offered at $3,800,000

HARLAN RAY

c: 214.908.7770 hray@briggsfreeman.com

856± ACRES BOSQUE COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 3603313

Texas Hill Country

Brazos Old Fields Ranch Offered at $1,800,000

162± ACRES SOMERVELLE COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 4442875

Steele Creek Ranch is one of the most incredible offerings currently available in this part of Texas with abundant creek and water frontage. Steeped in rich Bosque County history, portions of this ranch have had only two or three owners in the last 150 years. There are wonderful opportunities for a working ranch with agricultural/farming and cattle/livestock, plus a recreational aspect with hunting, fishing in the six-acre lake and 14 ponds and creeks across the property. The ranch is well outfitted with a variety of improvements across the ranch and plenty of room for guests with a main house and guest house.

This spectacular 162± acre recreational and working ranch with 3,000 feet of frontage along the Brazos River is located less than an hour southwest of the DFW Airport. Amidst a compound with three guest residences, barn and shed is a custom home which was inspired by Texas farm and ranch homes in the 1800s. In addition to the hay pastures and turn out for horses and livestock, there is abundant wildlife and recreational hunting, with lots of fencing and cross fencing, hay meadows and working pens all on sandy loam soil.

Bosque Lake House

Bosque Canyon Ranch

Offered at $995,000

3.22± ACRES BOSQUE COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 3886839

Beautifully-appointed executive retreat situated on 3.22 acres within the gated community of The Highlands at Bosque on Lake Whitney, 90 miles southwest of the DFW metroplex. Ideal for year-round living or weekend relaxing and entertaining, the property feels private and secluded nestled at the end of the driveway amongst the trees, landscaped rock walls and rocky terrain on 3.22± acres of lakefront property. The custom-designed home, built in 1995, boasts 3,888 square feet, two master suites, gourmet kitchen and wraparound porches that allow for fantastic views of the lake and the surrounding area.

Offered at $399,000

3,744 ACRES BOSQUE COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 3583445 PART OF

Bosque Canyon Ranch, with a total of 3,744 acres, is a great alternative for the persons who want the feel of owning a large ranch without the headache or cost. Only 48 members own an undivided interest in the “Shared Ranch” community, while also owning their own five-acre lot, fee simple. Common amenities include: a lodge with full kitchen, fireplaces, gym, two swimming pools and plenty of porches and sunset views for relaxing. There are also four furnished casitas and a three-bed, three-bath house, barn and horses and a professional skeet range for use by the members. Annual HOA dues are $7,000.

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Cattle/Recreational

Lone Oak Ranch

1,000± ACRES COLLIN COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 3450677

Offered at $7,750,000

Antom Ranch Offered at $6,850,000

2,047± ACRES ELLIS COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 3873196

Lone Oak Ranch is a beautiful compound and ranch assembled over years by the former well-known head of Dr Pepper. The amazing houses, 35-acre lake, cattle and horse facilities are all first-class and almost impossible to reproduce less than an hour from downtown Dallas in northeastern Collin County, Texas. This ranch compound centers around the spectacular 5,885-square-foot custom log home with spectacular long views of the ranch, 35-acre lake and landscape. Additional improvements include two guest houses, the cabana, garage, horse barn and hay barn.

This 2,047-acre working cattle ranch and recreational property is only six miles east of Ennis and 45 minutes southeast of downtown Dallas. From the main ranch house, enjoy long, scenic views of several large lakes, rolling pastures and the surrounding area. Nearby is a log cabin guest house, with numerous houses for ranch hands and barns and working pens for livestock and equipment. The property has six large lakes and numerous stock tanks.

Well-maintained for almost four decades by the same Dallas family, it is rare to find a property this large so close to the DFW metroplex.

Sunday Creek Ranch

Raintree Ranch

Just west of the quaint town of Morgan Mill lies one of the most unique properties in all of Erath County. The Sunday Creek Ranch, with 1,170 acres, is ideal for cattle and horses with a wide variety of terrain on the property, including cleared pasture land, thick brush country, rolling hills, range land, creek bottoms, 16 stock tanks and a 2.25-acre pond. The improvements include a 3,200-square-foot main house with a swimming pool, 2,400-squarefoot shop/barn, working pens and two barns. Endless recreational opportunities can be found throughout the property.

The property is on the northwest side of Lake Fork, approximately 75 miles east of downtown Dallas near Emory, Texas. This East Texas cattle ranch includes the ideal balance of improved pastures and timber areas. Tucked back in the center of the ranch is a spectacular three-story 8,200-square-foot “Old Orleans” style home with a landscaped yard and gardens. Top-notch improvements, productive sandy soil and over seven miles of white pipe fence surround the ranch. This property has a unique blend of style and productivity.

It was extremely well thought out and has been maintained on the highest level.

Offered at $4,750,000

1,190± ACRES ER ATH COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 3886434

Offered at $4,250,000

450± ACRES R AINS COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 3882195

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Dale Ranch

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2,010± ACRES PARKER , WISE & JACK COUNTIES PROPERT Y ID: 3521212

The Dale Ranch is a turnkey hunting ranch located 45 minutes from Fort Worth and just 20 minutes north of Weatherford. The buyer will enjoy a well-maintained and managed ranch with great deer, natural hardwoods, native grasses, large lake, many ponds, great road system and a good water supply with beautiful amenities and alluring pastoral views. The buyer will reap the rewards of an operation that has been in place and managed for 15+ years. The seller’s stewardship of the land, amenities and proven track record as a game ranch affirms it as one of Texas’ most premier ranches.

Sabana River Ranch Offered at $2,152,710

938± ACRES EASTLAND COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 3641336

This beautiful ranch, located just south of Carbon, has frontage on FM 1027, CR 413 and CR 408 in Eastland County. There is gentle roll throughout the proper ty with a significant ridge looking south creating some excellent views of the neighboring countryside. The fer tile soils in the draws provide excellent forage for a variety of wildlife, including whitetail deer, hogs, dove, quail, duck and turkey. The strong native grasses provide great grazing for cattle. This ranch is approximately two hours from Dallas, 80 minutes from For t Wor th.

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Pony Creek Ranch Offered at $4,500,000

460± ACRES ER ATH COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 3827346

Pony Creek Ranch is located just outside Glen Rose and approximately oneand-a-half hours from Dallas and an hour from Fort Worth. With two-anda-half miles along both sides of the rocky bottom Pony Creek in a hidden valley surrounded by large hills, this high-fenced property feels much larger than its 460 acres. The centerpiece of the compound is a large custom lodge perfect for entertaining small or large groups. A chapel constructed of 150-year-old timbers is located on a hilltop overlooking the property.

Currently home to an abundance of typical Texas wildlife and also exotics.

Russell Fork Ranch Offered at $1,950,000

271± ACRES BURNET COUNT Y PROPERT Y ID: 4214594

Situated in Burnet County amidst the rolling hills you will find a rare gem located on the clear flowing Russell Fork of the San Gabriel, with 1,000± feet of frontage on both sides of the river. A paved driveway leads to two custombuilt homes and a 2,000-square-foot metal barn. The property is fenced and cross fenced for cattle and livestock and is well suited for recreational hunting with dove hunting in the pastures, fishing and duck hunting in the large stock tank and hunting for whitetail deer, hogs and turkey along the creek.

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PROFILE

Dr. Wallace Klussmann

EDUCATION•CONSERVATION•DEDICATION

TWA MEMBER PROFILE WRITTEN BY LORIE A. WOODWARD

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n 1993, Dr. Wallace Klussmann, professor emeritus at Texas A&M University (TAMU), ended his 30-year career in higher education and immediately embarked on his second “career” as a volunteer.

“Retirement is like another career,” Klussmann, who served as head of TAMU’s Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences from 1982 to 1990, said. “People have to retire to something not from something.”

Klussmann’s retirement destination was natural resource and rural economic development advocacy.

“As state employees, we were discouraged from getting involved politically and encouraged to sit on the fence,” Klussmann said. “I had wonderful jobs at Texas A&M, but retirement is even better—I don’t have to check anything with the dean.”

Klussmann climbed off the apolitical fence permanently in 1993 at the request of Congressman Lamar Smith, who found himself locked in a battle with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service over a critical habitat designation for black-capped vireo and golden-cheeked warbler.

“Next thing I knew I was his wildlife expert at a series of town hall meetings through the Hill Country,” Klussmann said. “My message about endangered species in Texas was simple: Big sticks don’t work in a private lands state. Incentives do. Landowners should be encouraged to value endangered species just as they do white-tailed deer or bobwhite quail.”

Klussmann’s philosophy was formed by the years he’d spent working with landowners applying research findings in rural Texas and his own personal experience as a landowner. He and his wife Dolores had retired to the Hill Country where they had purchased a ranch near Fredericksburg. The fight over critical habitat was taking place in their backyard.

“If regulations have a chilling effect on the rural economy, it encourages people to ‘shoot, shovel and shut up’ instead of conserving rare species,” Klussmann said. “Engagement—not estrangement—of landowners is the key.”

The message resonated. Although it took time and the election of a president with Texas roots to change the philosophy at U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, today there is a spirit of cooperation and active management. One example is cowbird trapping initiated by the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD) that has put the black-capped vireo and golden-cheeked warbler in a much better stead.

The strategy of active management and cooperation became a template for other potential conflicts between the rural economy and endangered species such as the dunes sand lizard that threatened to shut down oil production in West Texas. A coalition of landowners, oil companies and government agencies worked to create a “win-win” conservation plan.

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“Success breeds success and a willingness to consider conservation challenges from different angles,” Klussmann said.

Klussmann got involved with TWA at the same time he got involved in the politics of natural resource management. The late Charly McTee, who served as TWA’s general manager then, called him and asked him to join. Klussmann agreed only after determining that TWA and TPWD had addressed the differences that prompted the TWA’s creation.

“I checked with Charly and I checked with TPWD,” Klussmann said. “I wanted to be sure that we would be working together not against each other. Wildlife wouldn’t have benefited if we were all at cross purposes.”

The answers he received greenlighted his involvement. He got busy. He has served on TWA’s Executive Committee for more than 15 years and as the PAC Committee Chairman for decades.

“Although our PAC is relatively small, it is effective because TWA is respected in Austin,” Klussmann said. “Through the years, we have built a reputation for working for the good of wildlife and habitat— and doing what we say. Legislators appreciate straight shooters.”

He has also been instrumental in TWA’s education efforts including the Texas Youth Hunting Program (TYHP) and Learning Across New Dimensions in Science (L.A.N.D.S.). In fact, the proposal that led to the creation of TYHP was written at a meeting hosted on his ranch.

“I kept harassing Bob Cook [former TPWD Wildlife Division Director] telling him that we weren’t doing enough to get young people involved in hunting,” Klussmann said. “One day he turned to me and said, ‘Quit bitching, Wallace, and get me a proposal.’”

Klussmann convened a meeting at his ranch. The attendees generated a proposal that led to TPWD committing $90,000 to hire the first executive director of what grew into TYHP. After two years, it became a position jointly funded by TPWD and TWA. “Of all the things I’ve done in my retirement, the creation of TYHP has been the most satisfying,” Klussmann said. “We’re not only giving young people an opportunity to harvest an animal, we’re giving them a full-blown educational experience that impacts their families.”

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Identifying TYHP as his most satisfying contribution is a big distinction because in addition to working with TWA, Klussmann served as Llano County Republican Chairman for eight years; a member of president of the Gillespie Farm Bureau Board of Directors, where he is a past president; and as Chairman of the Texas Department of Rural Affairs; as a member of TPWD’s White-tailed Deer Advisory Committee and Hunting Committee; and as chairman of his church council in Cherry Springs. His efforts have earned him accolades including being named the TWA Friend of Wildlife in 2000 and this year’s Pioneer in Agriculture by the Gillespie Farm Bureau.

“While one TYHP hunt may not make lifelong hunters of these youth, but I’m convinced they leave a knowing enough to vote the right way in the future,” Klussmann said. “It’s no secret that natural resource illiteracy is rampant, but through TYHP—and L.A.N.D.S.— TWA is making a lasting impression.”

THE ROOTS OF ADVOCACY Klussmann is a passionate about getting young people outdoors because his childhood was spent working the fields on his family’s diversified farm, roaming the nearby woods and fishing the Brazos River in Washington County.

He rode a horse to the little country school in William Penn near Independence. At least once a year when new, inexperienced teachers arrived, he and the other boys would orchestrate a horse stampede by running back and forth on the tin roof of the school’s barn where the horses were tied. The scared horses would break their leads and run down the road delaying the start of school for at least an hour.

“We didn’t have much formal entertainment, but we had a lot of fun,” Klussmann, whose grandson is currently building a home for his family on the original Klussmann place in Washington County, said.

His memories are calibrated beginning with a BB gun for hunting robins, which his mother refused to cook despite his pleas, but his aunt did. There was the shotgun with hammers that, according to Klussmann, posed no jeopardy to flushing quail. Then, there was the open-site .22 dedicated to squirrel hunting.

But, of all the outdoor experiences, fishing with his uncle on the Brazos River made the biggest impact.

“Those days and nights on the river, I think, informed my career choice,” Klussmann, who eventually specialized in fisheries and aquatic management, said.

Klussmann didn’t head directly to college after high school graduation. His first stop was a job at JC Penney in Brenham.

“My first month’s paycheck was $150—and I spent $84 of that on a double-barrel shotgun,” Klussmann, who still has the shotgun, said laughing. “Tells you what my priorities were back then.”

He moved up the corporate retail ladder quickly but decided to stop climbing when management wanted him to move to Houston.

Neither he nor his young wife, Dolores, wanted to live in the big city.

In 1956, they both enrolled at Texas A&M. At their graduation in 1960, Dolores had earned the distinction of being the first female valedictorian in the university’s history.

During the summers, Klussmann worked with a fisheries biologist who was responsible for all of the Hill Country waterways including the major rivers and the Highland Lakes. The biologist was slated to retire about the time Klussmann was scheduled to graduate.

Klussmann had his eye on the job and the fisheries manager had his eye on Klussmann. The employee’s retirement was delayed leaving Klussmann with a new degree and no job, so he took a teaching position with Blinn College. The caveat was he had to be pursuing a Master’s degree.

“I graduated from Texas A&M on Saturday,” Klussmann said.

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“Dolores and I moved to a roach-infested apartment in Huntsville on Sunday, so I could start my Master’s program at Sam Houston on Monday.”

He had been teaching about 30 days when the TPWD fisheries director called and offered him the coveted biologist’s job in the Highlands Lake. Klussmann told him he’d be available in January.

The director said he needed someone immediately. Klussmann honored his commitment to the college.

“I continued on a career path that I never expected, but one I never regretted,” Klussmann said.

He joined the staff at Texas A&M University in 1963 and earned his Ph.D. there as well. During his tenure as a professor and department head, he never had much patience for academic politics, but he always had enthusiasm for his students.

“The students were the best part,” Klussmann said. “Students are motivating and interesting. It’s rewarding to watch them grow and develop into professionals and leaders.”

For the record, he taught the law class where Justin and Tamara Trail, long-time TWA movers and shakers, met as Aggie undergrads.

He was also the one who told Greg Simons, a TWA past president, “A&M’s Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences is just where you need to be” when Greg was a high school student touring universities with his guidance counselor. Greg took him at his word.

Although Klussmann retired from education, he hasn’t retired from teaching. His ranch is an outdoor classroom for local high school students, university researchers and college students from across the country.

Not long ago, he and Dolores hosted a group from Colgate University in Hamilton, NY. Half the biology students were vegetarians. The Klussmanns served both venison burgers and veggie burgers, which prompted an interesting discussion about personal philosophies that began with food choices and ended with land management ideology.

“One student asked me whether I preferred preservation or conservation,” Klussmann said. “As I told her, people have to conserve something before they can even think about preserving it.”

His education efforts are not limited to students. In the notso distant past, an article appeared in the Austin AmericanStatesman questioning Texas’ approach to endangered species listing, particularly a state leader’s insistence that economic impacts be considered.

Not one to mince words, Klussmann wrote a letter to the editor, which was directed to the reporter. In it, he said, “As a lifelong educator, I respectfully suggest that before you start writing again that you go back to school.” The letter didn’t get published, but the reporter responded to Klussmann, who invited him out to the ranch to discuss the role of incentives in endangered species conservation in a private lands state.

And his outreach extends beyond the headlines to the people who share his fence line. In recent years, the 1,100 acre ranch that surrounds the Klussmann place has been divided into 14 tracts, all of which sold quickly. These days he is the go-to guy for new landowning neighbors who are grappling with land management questions: What plants are growing here? How can the habitat be improved? Where should the stock ponds be sited?

He’s discovered that although the land is being fragmented, the people who are buying it are intensely interested in taking care of it.

“Today, living on the ranch lets me touch the land every day,” Klussmann said. “Yes, the landscape is changing as the owners change, but they are our neighbors—and our conservation audience.

We in the landowner and conservation community have to lead the conversation if our natural resources are going to have a future.” °

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PALOMA WEST RANCH This is a one-of-a-kind, premier ranch with diverse features and a fascinating history. Once known as Crawford Farms, it is now not only an exceptional horse property, but a great entertainment property, income-producing farm and outstanding native hunting ranch for whitetail deer, quail, turkey, dove and others. This ranch has over four miles of Nueces River plus Espantosa Lake frontage, excellent vegetation and tree cover, plus well-maintained improvements. Property ID: 4398158. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700.

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LIVE WATER PARADISE An exceptional Hill Country live water paradise includes both sides of crystal-clear, year-round Turtle Creek. An outstanding custom home overlooks this private, peaceful body of water and offers exceptional outdoor entertainment areas as well as recreational amenities. Minutes from IH 10, the ranch is an easy drive from historic Comfort and Boerne as well as metro San Antonio. Property ID: 4264647. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700.

172± ACRES IN KERR COUNTY

WHITETAIL SPRINGS RANCH

GUADALUPE RIVER

Enjoy some of the most spectacular live water the Hill Country has to offer— over 2,200± feet of the deep, crystal-clear Sabinal River lined with age-old cypress trees, along with both sides of spring-fed Blackjack Creek. Minutes north of Utopia, the ranch has attractive improvements to relax and enjoy the outdoors as an ideal family getaway, corporate retreat, commercial enterprise or permanent residence.

Property ID: 3897500. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700.

Approximately three-quarters mile of beautiful, crystal-clear flowing river is the highlight of this scenic river ranch. Heavily treed plus coastal pasture. The ranch features a Texas-modern cabin with large outdoor living/dining area and grand stone fireplace. The river is lined with huge cypress trees and has easy access for water activities or just cooling, shaded relaxation.

Property ID: 3887710. Al Philip, (210) 415-8602.

304± ACRES IN BANDERA COUNTY

57± ACRES IN KENDALL COUNTY

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CEDAR CREEK RANCH Incredibly beautiful, this magnificent ranch features a rare 2.5± miles of crystal-clear Cedar Creek and impressive views—from scenic oak and pecan tree-lined creek bottoms and gentle valleys to the mountain rims. Abundant native whitetail deer, fallow, axis, aoudad, turkey, hogs, dove, quail and free-ranging elk and red deer. Rich historic influences include Indian sites and original pioneer settlement structures. This ranch is both accessible and incredibly private and serene.

Property ID: 3745406. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700.

An opportunity to own a large portion of the historic Y.O. Ranch! The rolling hills and rock limestone peaks are studded with live oak, post oak, cedar and mesquite trees. Aoudad Hill provides strong views across four counties. The gentle, open pastureland is covered with native grasses.

Property ID: 3451921. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700.

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VARA RANCH

BRADEN FARM

1,200± feet of the flowing Frio River and one of the largest ranches for sale in the scenic Frio River Canyon. Year-round hunting, fishing, swimming and water activities. There are three charming small homes and perimeter fencing/ cross fencing. Excellent wildlife includes whitetail, axis, aoudad, turkey, javelina and hogs, plus the Frio River offers bass and cat fishing.

Property ID: 2477134. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700.

This is a highly productive irrigated farm in the desirable Wintergarden Area, and it has been owned and operated by the same family since the late 1800s.

Under the high-fenced farm area are two Edwards irrigation wells that water four pivots. There is a main home, guest house, 2,400± square-foot metal barn, grain bins and pump house at the headquarters.

Property ID: 3741661. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700.

1,200± ACRES IN UVALDE COUNTY

661± ACRES IN UVALDE COUNTY

YO4 RANCH

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HEATON HOLLOW RANCH

BEASLEY RANGE

This ranch is in the gorgeous, and highly-sought-after, Wimberley/Dripping Springs area. It has ample paved road frontage on three sides, beautiful creek bottoms, high hills with long-distance views, large trees throughout, is almost entirely cleared of cedar and has been in the same family since the 1940s. A very inviting area only 37 miles southwest of Austin.

Property ID: 3702546. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700.

This scenic low-fenced ranch includes a hunter’s camp with water and electricity, as well as Wilson Creek that will run water during wet times.

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Property ID: 4242791. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700.

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COAL CREEK RANCH

CARDINAL HILL RANCH

Beautiful ranch is only 25± minutes north of historic Fredericksburg. This scenic ranch is predominately rolling, usable land with good grasses and scattered, huge oak trees. There are 1.5± miles of both sides of year-round live water. With a great shape and county road frontage, this raw showplace is ready for someone to come in and make it their own! Seller will divide into two tracts, please contact broker for details.

Property ID: 3885782. Randy Cadwallader, (210) 860-0093.

A high hill overlooking town combines with an unbelievable 1,300± feet of live water Goat Creek. At a 1,935± foot elevation displaying commanding 360-degree views, the custom home provides excellent accommodations, plus flow to the pool and cabana with southeast views. Features include a tennis court, barn/office, foreman’s cabin, working pens and a cozy ranch home along the creek. Property ID: 3743896. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700.

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TEXAS LA COPA RANCH

SAND HILLS RANCH

This ranch has been owned and operated by the same family for 16 years.

This manicured ranch has excellent brush diversity, red sandy soils and water distributed throughout. There are seven water wells, water troughs, three ponds plus Guajillo Creek along with other drainages. There is an abundance of large whitetail deer, quantities of quail, plus turkey, dove, hogs and more.

Property ID: 3899452. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700.

Owned and operated by the same family for over 60 years! This uninhabited, low-fence ranch offers a truly wild hunting experience. Excellent brush diversity, one tank and drainages maintain an abundance of native wildlife including whitetail deer, turkey, quail, dove and more.

Property ID: 3719640. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700.

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BIG WELLS RANCH

LAGARTO VALLEY RANCH

In the heart of the Golden Triangle and less than 100 miles from San Antonio, this ranch offers great hunting and cattle grazing opportunities. The diverse brush on the ranch provides the nutrition needed to grow large white tail deer, while five ponds offer ample water for both livestock and wildlife. Small farmhouse, barn, shed, cattle pens plus one water well.

Property ID: 3616673. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700.

Owned and operated by the same family for 50+ years, this beautiful rolling terrain offers great low-fenced hunting. There are two water wells with seven± miles of underground piping to eight troughs and two ponds. Improvements include one set of cattle pens and scenic coastal pastures sculpted into the 60 percent native diverse brush. Selectively cleared senderos offer opportunity to view whitetail deer, turkey, javelina, dove, quail and hogs. Minerals.

Property ID: 2505595. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700.

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ARROYO BLANCO RANCH

Endless opportunity for hunters of any kind, composed of two separate, but adjoining, high-fenced ranches. The Yoas Ranch is 3,112± acres and the Marshall Ranch is 2,561± acres; each is also offered separately. There are eight different types of exotic species along with the native whitetail deer, turkey, waterfowl, dove, quail and varmints. Two creeks, plus numerous tanks and ponds, artesian springs and 30± acre Lonesome Dove lake for great waterfowl hunting.

Property ID: 3810616. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700.

Diverse terrain supports abundant native wildlife with its habitat of diverse brush. A beautiful mix of rolling hills with long distance views, creek bottoms with large brush and sandy mott country great for quail hunting. Adequately watered for wildlife and cattle with 17 troughs and nine tanks. Perimeter fencing and two sets of working pens. Municipal water and electricity in place. Property ID: 2936650. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700.

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LEPRECHAUN RANCH Here is a rare opportunity to own the South Texas Brush Country outside of the Eagle Ford Shale that has been owned and operated by the same family since 1906. Diverse brush has large oak trees present throughout and supports native whitetail deer, turkey, javelina, hogs, quail and dove.

Property ID: 2016559. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700.

Here is a great recreational property that offers good hunting just minutes from vibrant downtown San Antonio. Being three minutes south of Loop 1604, there is tremendous future development potential, as the city continues to grow at a rapid rate. Water includes two water wells and six tanks. Hunting ready, it is high fenced into 200± acre and 500± acre pastures.

Property ID: 3450084. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700 and Randy Cadwallader, (210) 860-0093.

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717± ACRES IN ATASCOSA & BEXAR COUNTIES

CONOLY RANCH

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WOLF POINT RANCH This ranch has an astounding private 18-hole golf course and is a short drive to Port Aransas and Rockport, on the Gulf Coast. Wolf Point Golf Course is centered on the 475± acres, making it one of the most exclusive private clubs ever built, as there is only one owner and no members. Several hundred acres surrounding the course could potentially be developed or left as native habitat, with nearby Carancahua and Vaes Bays offering great fishing and duck hunting. Fine improvements include a stunning main home, modern clubhouse and a 12± acre lake which feeds the irrigation system.

Property ID: 4287943. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700.

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TRI-COUNTY RANCH Owned and operated by the same family since 1956, Tri-County Ranch sprawls out over three of the most desirable counties of the Texas Coastal Plains. Ranches of this size do not come on the market often in any of these three choice counties. This is an uninhabited ranch, with lush pastureland and grand oak trees scattered throughout, serving as both a cattle ranch and recreational hunting ranch.

Property ID: 3523966. Robert Dullnig, (210) 213-9700.

894± ACRES IN JACKSON, LAVACA & VICTORIA COUNTIES

GALVESTON ISLAND This commercial/residential property is being offered as five separate parcels along famous Seawall Boulevard and Stewart Drive, just south of downtown and minutes from the fishing pier and beach, Moody Gardens or the Sholes Airport. Besides outstanding gulf views, the land has wonderful established neighbors. Tracts can be purchased separately or in combinations. Utilities available along entire frontage.

Property ID: 3566842. John Tarrillion, (210) 380-1229.

51± ACRES IN GALVESTON COUNTY

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PILLAR CREEK RANCH This ranch has all the makings of a showplace, as there are few sizable ranches left within an hour drive of Austin that are loaded with majestic live, post and blackjack oaks, topography, views, and are priced to sell, making it a rare gem. Add a creek and multiple other seasonal drainages, plentiful ground water, superb hunting, a nice small house with a barn, gigantic live oaks and fig trees in the backyard and you've got something special. In the same family for four generations, it is a prized part of the Double Diamond Ranch. Nearby lakes include Buchanan, Inks and LBJ providing additional recreation with excellent fishing and watersports.

Property ID: 4391598. Jordan Shipley, (325) 998-4548 1,309± ACRES IN BURNET COUNTY

VICK WEST PASTURE

VICK RANCH

Excellent cattle/recreation country, has a tributary that flows water into Warren Creek, a five-acre lake for bass fishing and duck hunting and five stock tanks. Improvements include a small home, barn, pole barn, grain silo and three water wells. Rolling terrain offers nice views. Owner is currently grazing livestock on the ranch, but there is abundant native wildlife.

Property ID: 3146650. Robert Dullnig and Marc Sherron, (830) 739-0919.

Perfect size recreation, hunting or cattle ranch includes a seasonal creek, twoacre lake with bass fishing and four tanks for an attractive offering. There is a ranch home, guesthouse and pool, three barns, cattle pens and low-perimeter fencing. The ranch has an abundance of whitetail deer, turkey, dove and hog. A wonderful recreation property conveniently centered between Waco, Austin and southwest Dallas. Property ID: 1799600. Robert Dullnig, (830) 739-0919.

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730± ACRES IN HAMILTON COUNTY

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redericksburg’s premier ranch property encompasses 175 acres. There are two structures on the property: The main house is 6,000 square feet, built with double-wall construction (cinder block and 2’x6’ studs). Imported tile and mudded roof with copper gutters and downspouts. Inside flooring and beams are of antique pine; Lutron lighting and antique light fixtures throughout. The guest house is of like construction and is 3,000 square feet. Included in the guest house is a state-of-the-art workout room, media room and guest quarters. There is also a 50’x100’ insulated barn with sleeping quarters for a foreman if needed.

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A half-acre spring-fed lake overflows into an eightacre lake that was just recently constructed. There are four water wells, one of which has two acre feet per year permitted for irrigation. Extensive work has been done to remove all rocks from the fields which enables ease of care when cutting. Gentle rolling terrain with extensive views of Fredericksburg makes this property truly one of a kind. The property is surrounded by hills which provide wonderful seclusion. If you want the best of Fredericksburg, here it is!

PROPERTY ID: 3826593

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196± ACRES IN K ENDALL COUNT Y

BLA NCO R I V ER VA LLEY

The beautiful Blanco River Valley Ranch sits on over a mile of Blanco River frontage and almost a half of that is owned on both sides! Looking over the Blanco River is a completely renovated river house with a large back deck to entertain.

There is another home with three bedrooms and two baths. A large building site is already in place high on a hilltop for the new owner. A wonderful pecan orchard with over 120 trees is already growing beautifully and is protected by a high game fence. If you are looking for a ranch that is close to both San Antonio and Austin, has a substantial amount of water with incredible views and tillable fields, then welcome home.

PROPERTY ID: 4235970 $4,850,000

LA K E CR EEK FA R M

W EST CR EEK STR EET

12± ACRES IN G ILLESPIE COUNT Y

6 .98± ACRES IN K ERR COUNT Y

Hill Country estate in the desirable and private River Bend

Farmhouse chic meets Hill Country-style with contemporary flair! One-story home with views and a guest house. This custom home is breathtaking and has been finished out with unique details throughout. There is a metal roof, stained concrete floors in main living areas, cedar “barn” doors, walk-in showers, free-standing tubs vaulted ceilings and a huge four-sided rock fireplace in the great room. Close to Kerrville, but far enough out to enjoy the quiet life.

Subdivision featuring over 4,800 square feet. Master bedroom has three walk-in closets, fireplace and a bathroom with jacuzzi tub and walk-in shower. Three bedrooms each with ensuite baths. Spend your time fishing catfish in the stocked pond, grilling at the barbecue barn or taking a dip in the pool!

PROPERTY ID: 4401120

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PROPERTY ID: 4374666

$725,000

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Y O U R S B E

LAST TR A IL 50± ACRES IN G ILLESPIE COUNT Y Only 15 minutes south of town off Highway 16 lies a private gated community with quality restrictions. This lot has amazing views and has been cleared. This property has multiple build sites and is ready for your dream home and Hill Country living at its best!

PROPERTY ID: 4374317

$775 , 0 0 0

LONG ROA D R A NCH

MEDINA R I V ER FRONTAGE

1 37± ACRES IN WILLIAMSON COUNT Y

4 4 .91± ACRES IN BANDER A COUNT Y

This property features a 3,900-square-foot stone house situated above a one-acre lake. There is also a 7,100-square-foot, eight-stall barn, hot and cold wash racks, saddle room, living quarters, office space and excellent turnouts. Ideally, the barn could be used as an excellent wedding/party venue. An eight-station sporting clay stand, along with outdoor pits for cooking, finish off this property for an all-inclusive retreat from the hustle and bustle.

1,700± feet of cypress-lined Medina River frontage plus a two-bedroom, two-bath home with a pool and great outside patio. Barns, fenced and cross fenced for livestock; ideal for grazing cattle, horses or other livestock. Country living, but located in town. This would make the perfect place for your homestead, weekend getaway, family compound or corporate retreat. Owner will entertain selling the improvements with less acreage.

PROPERT Y ID: 3826757

$ 2 , 9 9 7, 0 0 0

PROPERTY ID: 3903074

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A private water oasis on the north side of the Guadalupe River, which is on the high bank side, located in the La Canción Subdivision. Rolling topography throughout the acreage creates many excellent build sites. There is 365 feet of river frontage that has both deep holes and moving rapids. If you are looking for peace and quiet along the Guadalupe with excellent neighbors and views, this is it.

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51± ACRES IN K ENDALL COUNT Y

D I S C O V E R

LA CA NCIÓN HIDEAWAY

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Ghost Creek Ranch Val Verde County 1,895± Acres

Running Bay Ranch Kendall County 53± Acres

A rare and unique opportunity to own a ranch bordering 37,000 acres of state park! Ghost Creek’s fantastic views, rugged beauty, countless wildlife and comfortable improvements make this a perfect spot to realize your dreams of owning one of the finest hunting ranches in WestCentral Texas.

This exquisite Hill Country equestrian property is one of the finest Texas has to offer. The ranch has all of the necessities and many other improvements that will make it stand out in the crowd.

The ranch includes a 4,257-square-foot main house with four bedrooms and baths, an office and a trophy room.

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Twin Elm Ranch Bandera County 185.8± Acres

Lost River Ranch Victoria County 446± Acres

(830) 755-5420

Located on the Medina River and only 45 minutes from San Antonio, Twin Elm Ranch is one of the original dude ranches that has been around since the early 1930s and is well-known by the community and around the world. This is a Hill Country retreat that comes with a ranch house, 21 guest rooms, game room, pool, pavilion and rodeo arena. Many say there is a peaceful spirit that lives on the ranch, and if you catch it, you’ll fall in love with Twin Elm.

“Wild” is the only word that truly captures the essence of the 446-acre Lost River Ranch. Dropping down into the property one feels like they are going back in time to an undiscovered world.

The Lost River Ranch is waiting to be explored, fished, hunted and enjoyed.

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Home in the Country Kimble County 40± Acres

Swimmin’ Hole Ranch Kimble County 168± Acres

This property fronts the IH-10 feeder road just outside Junction on the Kerrville side. Features a two-bedroom, one-bath, 1,170-square-foot home with an open kitchen and living room. Covered front porch and large side deck. Attractive property with great views and a lot of wildlife. This is a well-designed, well-maintained, very clean and well-priced property. Better be quick!

Asking $399,000.

Enjoy a secluded ranch behind an electric, gated entry that is off the beaten path, away from the noise and chaos of the city. Featuring a deep, blue, year-round, spring-fed “swimmin’ hole,” quality improvements, beautiful views, usable land, varieties of hardwood trees and wildlife.

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Hoot Owl Hollow Kerr County 85± Acres

River Front Estate Kerr County 127.1± Acres

(830) 755-5420

Year-round live water is easily accessible on the Johnson Creek at the Hoot Owl Hollow Ranch. The river bottom is currently designed for raising hay. Located 17 minutes away from Kerrville, Texas, this ranch is perfect for entertaining friends and family!

Gorgeous home overlooking the Guadalupe River and Flat Rock Creek! Five bedrooms, five-and-ahalf baths, pool area on the bluff with enclosed party area, full bath and outside barbecue kitchen.

There are other improvements including a 32-stall rock horse barn and arena, two cottages and a foreman’s home. This wonderful property has good road frontage on two paved roads.

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Horseshoe Bay Ranch Llano County 260± Acres

Medina Canyon Ranch Bandera County 187± Acres

This incredibly rare ranch is nestled along the south side of scenic Highway 71 at Horseshoe Bay just 45 miles to Austin. This ranch consists of 100 percent native grasses blanketed in large oaks, cedar and other trees and brush. Two rugged wet-weather creeks meander through the property, whitetail deer, turkey, feral hogs and varmints are abundant on the ranch, and sightings of free-roaming exotics are common.

187 acres with a 4,000-square-foot hillside home with stunning views perched above an extensively-landscaped pond. This ranch also features a one-bedroom, one-bath cabin, three-stall stable, large metal barn, two ponds, a hilltop pavilion and entertainment area and lots of privacy.

If you are looking for a well-kept, move-in-ready ranch with stunning views in a gorgeous setting, you better take a look at this one!

slow soak

W ILDLIFE IS SUE

WAT E R M A N A G E M E N T

WRITTEN BY ELLEN H. BRISENDINE

“Anything we can do to slow runoff down gives us more of a chance to soak it into the ground,”

says Kyle Wright, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Services water quality specialist for Texas.

“If you can slow it down, you can soak it in,” he says, and provides some tips for landowners on how to slow down any runoff on your ranch.

Wright has spent the majority of his career in far West Texas, where annual rainfall averages less than 12 inches. “So if a drop of water falls on one of those farms or ranches, they want to keep it on the place,” he says.

He admits that his first tip may be obvious, but it bears repeating. “Practice prescribed grazing and use the proper stocking rate for your land. Don’t overstock the place. Look at what you have and decide from that what you can run on the place.”

Prescribed grazing will do several things for the rancher, he says. “You won’t be losing soil to erosion and you’ll increase infiltration through vegetative cover on the land. As long as you’re holding water on your place, it’s not running off and you can use it.”

Another practical tip is to take a look at your land as a whole.

“Maintain a healthy ecosystem. Try to keep the ranch healthy.

If it has plenty of vegetation, the livestock look healthy, the rangeland looks healthy and the creeks look healthy, then

everything is going to be functioning the way it should. I’m a firm believer in natural regeneration. Many times when we go into areas that are not healthy, if we will just back off some of the pressures that we are applying to the land, things will begin to improve on their own, rather quickly.”

The privately owned lands of Texas serve as filters for the creeks, streams, rivers and aquifers that provide water for the entire state. Vegetative cover slows down rainfall, in effect, so it is naturally filtered before making its way into the water system.

Wright says, “I would rather take a drink out of a spring bubbling up out of the ground where it’s been naturally filtered than from a puddle where it ran off without any filtration.”

After looking around at the whole system, look down at the soil. “Look at the health of the soil. Everything we do on our ranch is built on the foundation of the soil. If the soil is not healthy, then it will be a struggle to keep everything above it healthy. Healthy soils are extremely important for water conservation from the standpoint of infiltration and filtration.”

Some soils hold more water than others do, but all soil types can be improved. As little as a 1 percent increase in the amount of organic matter in the soil—decaying plants, insects and other things—can drastically increase the amount of water that is held in place, Wright explains.

“Regardless of the type of soils on your property, the health of all soil types can be improved. Water tends to freely flow through sandy soils. Increased organic matter in sandy soils can hold some of this water. Heavy clay soils tend to compact and seal off, forcing water to run off. Increased organic matter in heavy clay soils will help to keep these soils open to accept and hold water. Increases in organic matter content are important in all soils.”

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“I’d rather take a drink out of a spring bubbling up out of the ground where it’s been naturally filtered than from a puddle where it ran off without any filtration.”

T R A F F IC ON T H E SOI L

There can be a lot of traffic on a ranch—hunters, oil and gas workers, or general ranch help. Traffic affects soil, which affects water retention, but there are still tips to help manage rainfall on higher traffic areas.

“In a healthy system, the soil is made up of the parent materials, organic matter, and then there’s a lot of space in there for air and water. When you start running a vehicle over it, or start concentrating traffic over the top of it, you tend to compact that soil. What compacts are those spaces in between. Your infiltration, the amount of water you can absorb into the ground, is greatly reduced anytime there is compaction.

“In areas where there are roads and pads, these areas are usually highly compacted and rainfall is going to run off. A rancher can do great things by working along the edges of these areas, putting up check dams and other small structures to catch the runoff and hold it.”

“If water is running off of a compacted area, catch it somewhere. If it’s running off the road, catch it in small areas as it runs off the road. The catchments don’t have to be big. If you can catch that water, you can grow grass with it. Hold it on your place and use it.”

The privately owned lands of Texas serve as filters for the creeks, streams, rivers and aquifers that provide water for the entire state.

Vegetative cover slows down rainfall, in effect, so it is naturally filtered before making its way into the water system.

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Slowing the water down allows the impurities to settle out of the water.

This is helpful around stock ponds and riparian areas.

A riparian area is the “transition zone between the edge of the water, stream, creek or pond, and the uplands,” Wright explains. “It has different vegetation than other areas of the ranch. It is really important that we protect these areas. They are special. From a water quality standpoint, it’s the last chance we have to catch and filter out something before it hits the water.”

“We should try to protect, not overgraze, the areas around stock ponds and the riparian areas along streams and creeks. We need a good filtration system in these areas. By allowing grass to grow in these areas, the runoff that we do catch in our ponds is filtered before it gets there.

We don’t want to fill it up with sediment. Slow the water down and catch the sediment.”

Riparian areas can be part of a prescribed grazing system, Wright says. “Fence those areas off and make them a river pasture. You can run livestock in there and when they begin to get to the point where they are taking too much vegetation, pull the cattle out. We need to protect those areas. It’s the last chance we have of catching any kind of contaminant before it hits the water.”

Maintain a healthy ecosystem. Try to keep the ranch healthy. If it has plenty of vegetation, the livestock look healthy, the rangeland looks healthy and the creeks look healthy, then everything is going to be functioning the way it should.

AC T FOR BE T T E R WAT E R QUA L I T Y

Managing water quality on rangelands is a simple ACT, Wright says— Avoid, Control, Trap.

“Avoiding the problems of increased sedimentation and runoff is best and we do that by maintaining healthy vegetative cover on the ranch. If something can’t be avoided then do what you can to control it. This is where prescribed grazing and proper stocking rates are important. We are controlling the grazing and the amount of vegetation we are leaving.

The third part is trap. Trap and hold any water we can. If we can trap it and slow it down, we have the opportunity to hold the water longer. It will be filtered as it soaks into the soil and moves through it. We’ll have cleaner water in the end.” °

Some soils hold more water than others do, but all soil types can be improved. As little as a 1 percent increase in the amount of organic matter in the soil— decaying plants, insects and other things—can drastically increase the amount of water that is held in place

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“Slowing the runoff down allows the impurities to settle out of the water.”

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featured listing HARWOOD RETREAT

Unique turnkey opportunity to own the friendliest-feeling Central Texas ranch on the market. Top-of-the-line ranch house appointments, deer and cattle pens and terrain characteristics that give the feel of a much larger ranch. Off-the-chart nice ranch!

373Âą ACRES | GONZALES COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3866326

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featured listing SISTERDALE RIVER RANCH • $5,998,000

Grand home overlooking deep, flowing, cypress-lined Guadalupe River frontage. Develop or private use. Mostly level oak and elm-covered land.

Fenced and cross fenced. Highway 3351 frontage.

123± ACRES | KENDALL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2031978

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featured listing ELLIOTT RANCH • $4,878,780

147± beautiful acres off 2854. A perfect combination of thick piney woods and open pasture. The soft rolling hills throughout the property will make a spacious dream home location or an excellent development site in an ideal location for all of the growth taking place in the area. Water well, utilities on site, stock pond with pier and cross fencing. One-and-a-half miles south of a new Kroger on the corner of 2854 and 105 and just a few miles north of the new Lake Creek High School on 2854. A must-see, special property.

147± ACRES | MONTGOMERY COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3610471

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INKS LAKE HOMESITE

WINNIE CATTLE RANCH

$320,000

$448,500

Beautiful tiered terrain to build your dream home overlooking the Colorado River Canyon, complete with views of Lake Buchanan and Inks Lake. The 16 acres offers gorgeous oaks and a seeping spring.

A very special property! Come have a look!

Tucked away on the Jefferson and Chambers County line and just 30 minutes from Beaumont and 20 minutes from the Gulf Coast.

Perfect cattle grazing land with partial brush cover, water tank and electricity nearby. Come see the potential of this coastal prairie land.

16± ACRES | BURNET COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3444845

130± ACRES | JEFFERSON COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2291733

POTEET CATTLE OPERATION

JACKSON CREEK PROPERTY

$2,870,000

$1,299,000

First-class cattle production and sales facility with sale barn, good working pens, lanes and traps, two homes, multiple barns, grain bins, multiple water wells, several stock tanks and strong stand of grass.

If you are in the cattle business, this property has it all. One-of-a-kind.

Very rare opportunity to own a unique Hill Country property with both sides of beautiful Jackson Creek just off scenic Highway 337 between Vanderpool and Medina. Deer, turkey and other native game and birds are plentiful. Very special property! Broker/owner.

428± ACRES | ATASCOSA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2938043

86± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3794158

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70 ACRES PREMIUM LIVE WATER You have to see this property to appreciate the crystal-clear live water, views and great building sites. One-of-a-kind, premium waterfront on the cypress-lined Sabinal River along a deep, wide section. Call for price.

70± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1089186

NUECES RIVER RANCH $1,182,000 Price just reduced! The prettiest oak and pecan-covered live water ranch on Pullman Creek and Nueces River. Huge pecans, oaks, elms and sycamores. Home, barn, shop and galvanized silo adds utility for recreational or ag. use. Knee-deep in axis, whitetail and turkey.

197± ACRES | REAL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3006406

66 ACRES KENEDY Development opportunity on about 66 acres with frontage on FM 1145 (Flax Plant Road) and Highway 181. Access to utilities.

Will divide. You’re not going to find a better deal in Kenedy.

Broker/owner. Call for price.

66± ACRES | KARNES COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1754872

46 ACRES KENEDY $457,700 Ideally located in Kenedy, Texas, the heart of where many large oil and gas operators are headquartering, with frontage on both Highway 181 and Business Highway 181, this 46± acre property is cleared and available.

46± ACRES | KARNES COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2045561

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KENEDY HOME OR COMMERCIAL PROPERTY $249,000 Price just reduced! Motivated seller. Land with great frontage on Highway 181, including a good-sized three-bedroom, two-bath home that could be used as offices or field headquarters for local operations.

The property also includes a large concrete-floor barn, cattle pens, good fences, 220-foot new water well, septic and electric.

9.5± ACRES | KARNES COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2256247

PREMIUM DEVELOPMENT Premium development property located near county water, city water, city sewer and electric service. All or part. Broker/owner.

Call for price.

71± ACRES | KARNES COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 1144666

TEXAS HILL COUNTRY CREEK $388,000 1,200± feet of crystal-clear Jackson Creek. Great views. Terrific for a family retreat, event venue, vineyard or apple orchard. Broker/owner.

20± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3670423

BRAZOS VALLEY HUNTING RANCH

CIELO SPRINGS LOT

$427,581

$22,500

Open acreage just 10 miles from College Station. Perfect for a small cattle ranch or a hunting getaway. Come see it today!

An untouched 2.23-acre lot to build your dream home on in the secluded, undeveloped subdivision of Cielo Springs in Blanco, Texas.

55.53± ACRES | BRAZOS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3835578

2.23± ACRES | BLANCO COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2773089

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PECOS RIVER RANCH 3,572Âą ACRES IN VAL VERDE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3182222 | $2,485,000 Bring your kayak and fishing gear! Pecos River Ranch is an amazing year-round recreational paradise with approximately twoÂą miles of river access for floating, canoeing, swimming and fishing opportunities. High hills, abundant game and a grand view of the sky for star-gazing are additional features of the ranch. A two-bedroom cabin was built to strategically overlook the rapids of the winding river. A three-bedroom main house and a bunk house are located at the headquarters. Several nice equipment barns have plenty of room for rolling stock and storage.

A concrete pila has been converted into a nice swimming pool for summer entertainment. Multiple water lines and troughs supply water to roaming wildlife including whitetail, javelina, quail, dove and some passing exotics. Several food plots are in place, and a MLD program extends hunting seasons on the property. With the river and nine water wells, this is one of the best-watered ranches to be found in the area.

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SPRING LAKE RANCH 347± ACRES IN KENDALL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3980432 | $3,210,869 Located just a few miles from Boerne, Texas, Spring Lake Ranch rests on one of the most sought after areas in the Texas Hill Country. Intermittent springs feed into Allen Creek that has been dammed into a nice three-and-a-half± acre lake in the main valley. The banks of the lake provide a park-like setting, with opportunities to spend the day fishing, swimming or camping. A good road system maneuvers through three main valleys and climbs to accessible hilltops. Multiple building sites provide impressive views of beautiful Hill County scenery, and wildlife includes frequent sightings of whitetail deer, axis, turkey and hogs. A rustic house and a guest house are located at the headquarters near a fire pit and cooking area. Spring Lake Ranch will make a great permanent residence, weekend getaway or company retreat.

TWIN OAKS RANCH 625± ACRES IN MCCULLOCH COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3883080 | $1,995,000 Twin Oaks Ranch is a 625± acre hunting and recreational ranch with a completely high-fenced perimeter, divided into two high-fenced pastures. The headquarters is also fenced and includes a beautiful three-bedroom rock home with an impressive interior and a large wellbuilt barn. A good road system is in place, allowing maximum accessibility throughout the ranch. Wildlife includes whitetail deer, axis deer, blackbuck antelope, turkey, quail and dove.

Twin Oaks is ready for immediate use as a turnkey ranch.

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TRIPLE W RANCH 4,370Âą ACRES IN CROCKETT COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 4459695 | $2,731,250 Triple W Ranch is a recreational ranch with unbelievable views, quality hunting and a wellmanicured headquarters that includes four dwellings. A quality road system meanders through a magnificent valley where the headquarters rests and big canyon country is evident. Terrain features drastic elevation changes, creating miles of long-range views across deep canyons, rugged hills and escarpments. Water is available at the headquarters and at a sizable stock tank, multiple troughs and a storage tank that has been converted into a swimming pool. This low-fenced hunting ranch is home to native and exotic game that includes whitetail deer, mule deer, aoudad sheep, blackbuck antelope, turkey, quail, feral hogs, javelina, bobcat and mountain lion.

RUNNING D RIVER RANCH 200Âą ACRES IN SUTTON COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 4459529 | $1,395,000 Running D River Ranch is a turn-key live water recreational property with nice views and good hunting opportunities. Nearly 1,800 feet of North Llano River is easily accessed for fishing, swimming and kayaking. A healthy array of live oak accents the high-fenced homestead area that includes a spacious home with beautiful wooden floors and a nice fireplace. A covered cabana and rock patio are perfect for entertaining, and an equipment shed is nearby. Wildlife on the ranch includes whitetail deer, axis deer, turkey, hogs, dove and duck. Acres of cedar has been removed along the river bank, clearing a way to the water and creating nice shooting lanes for avid bird hunters.

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DOS AMIGOS RANCH 1,500± ACRES IN CONCHO COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 3885862 | $3,442,500 Dos Amigos Ranch is a 1,500± acre highly-improved turn-key property ready for use as a recreational ranch, with income-producing possibilities. A four-bedroom main house, hunter’s lodge, barns, pastures, high fencing and multiple hunting blinds create a haven for hunters. The whitetail population has been well managed, the majority replaced with introduced genetics over the past several years. Fertile pastures, multiple stock tanks and food plots provide nourishment for turkey, quail, dove and ducks. The ranch has implemented a protein program for the past 15 years. A commercial grade kitchen, covered patio, barbecue grill and walk-in cooler are additional amenities.

BULL HOLLOW RANCH 2,120± ACRES IN SUTTON COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3659233 | $3,500,000 Bull Hollow Ranch is a good combination of a hunting and cattle ranch. A nice hill overlooks the ranch headquarters, providing nice views. Free-roaming game includes whitetail, axis, blackbuck antelope, turkey, dove, quail and hogs. Trophy axis have been taken in close proximity to the ranch in recent years. A nicely remodeled historic home, several barns, multiple cattle pens, a water trough system and stock tank are included.

A couple of nice draws run through the bottom land, retaining some water during wet seasons and providing tactical hunting sites.

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KICKAPOO CREEK RANCH 865± ACRES IN CONCHO COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3590783 | $2,504,175 Kickapoo Creek Ranch is known for abundant wildlife and superb live water. High fencing, multiple senderos and both sides of Kickapoo Creek make this hunting property distinctive.

The creek flows long and wide through the center of the property, providing deep fishing holes and opportunities to canoe or kayak. The ranch includes a modular home, a field with quail feeding stations and a solar pump from the creek that supplements a nice stock tank. Elevations give great views of both sides of the creek. Wildlife on the ranch includes whitetail deer, turkey, quail, dove, ducks and other native animals.

AXIS RIDGE RANCH 1,250± ACRES IN SUTTON COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3900321 | $1,681,250 Axis Ridge Ranch is a hunting and cattle ranch located southeast of Sonora. A good road system provides access to the property. Live oak dot the lush landscape and fill the draws while mesquite flats thrive in the deep soil pockets of the ranch. A 125± acre pasture has been fenced out in the southeast corner and electric lines run through, allowing for multiple building site opportunities. Water wells and a stock tank provide year-round water to livestock and game, including whitetail, axis, turkey, hogs and dove.

LOS CORRALES RANCH 3,670± ACRES IN WEBB COUNTY $5,486,650 Los Corrales Ranch is a nice sized hunting and cattle ranch located 14 miles west of Hebronville. Four operating water wells disperse water throughout the ranch for livestock and wildlife, and each well supplements a stock tank. The gently rolling terrain has some deep pockets of soil where native grasses thrive. Hunting on this predominately high-fenced property is good, with frequent sightings of whitetail deer, turkey, hogs, quail and dove. A good road system makes virtually every corner of the ranch accessible.

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LM RANCH 747± ACRES IN SCHLEICHER COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3856818 | $1,381,950 LM Ranch is a unique 747± acre property with nice views of the San Saba River drainage valley. The ranch is a blank canvas for the new owner, with impressive hilltops for building opportunities. The ranch features a gently rolling terrain, good native grasses, mesquite trees, a healthy variety of oaks and approximately one mile of Highway 190 road frontage. A draw with large oak trees and pockets of water in wet years is a haven for wildlife. Perimeter fencing is in good condition, and a water well provides water to a large pila with a spillover that has created a small pond, attracting game including whitetail deer, turkey and other wildlife.

BAR C RANCH 1,505± ACRES IN SUTTON COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 3702847 | $2,851,975 Bar C Ranch is a high-fenced hunting property with long-range views and beautiful rolling terrain. The fenced headquarters includes a custom-built, 2,000± square-foot rock house and a nice pond fed by a windmill. A guest house and a barn with working cattle pens is nearby. Two metal containers with a game cleaning area and game cooler are included. A wooded draw stretches over 3,500± feet on the west side of the ranch. Wildlife includes whitetail with improved genetics, axis deer, turkey, hogs, dove and other animals native to the Hill Country. The ranch is well watered with five wells and five stock tanks. The 15± acre field serves as an excellent food plot. It could also be converted to a milo or sunflower field which would be advantageous for dove hunting.

BLUEBONNET RANCH 250± ACRES IN REAL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 4443882 | $837,500 Bluebonnet Ranch is a predominately high-fenced property located northwest of Leakey. This property is a turnkey hunting and recreational ranch with water, electricity, nice views, wooded draws, and a well-kept ranch house. Wildlife on the ranch includes whitetail deer, scimitar horned oryx, blackbuck antelope and feral hogs. The ranch has one stock tank and multiple water troughs supplemented by a submersible well. There are two 15± acre traps that are fenced in with troughs. The fenced headquarters has a roomy modular home that has been well maintained.

A good majority of the cedar has been removed, leaving live oak to flourish.

A corrugated steel tin equipment barn, working cattle pens and a metal equipment building are included.

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Theodore Roosevelt’s contributions to wildlife conservation and land stewardship are monumental, and their products have blessed future generations with many benefits. Now it is up to the present generation to preserve the wildlife and land for those generations to come, just as Roosevelt did.

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his past summer I had the honor of participating as a cadet of the Texas Brigades as a member of the South Texas Buckskin Brigade. Interested in wildlife ever since I was able to harvest my first deer, I had always looked at wildlife from the hunting aspect alone but never from a conservation perspective. That is, until I met Terry Anderson, an East Texas wildlife biologist and Texas Wildlife Association executive director, who introduced me to the role of the conservation of natural resources and land stewardship. Anderson has influenced my view of conservation immensely and to further my interest, he introduced me to the Texas Brigades.

My experience with the Texas Brigades, in summary, was nothing short of awesome, amazing, spectacular, and life changing. It is nearly impossible to list everything the cadets were taught at the South Texas Buckskin Brigade, which focused on whitetail deer. We covered subjects including plant ID and habitat evaluation, anatomy and physiology of whitetail deer, aging and scoring, technology in wildlife management, surveying techniques, firearm safety and shooting skills, public speaking and media skills, as well as critical thinking and life skills. From what I had read prior to attending the Brigades, I had expected all of these courses but not anywhere near the depth and involvement that the camp provided.

The instructors were great in handling these new “bird dog pups”, as Dr. Dale Rollins would say, and helping us understand the great role and importance of conservation of land and wildlife all over Texas.

Theodore Roosevelt was one of the greatest conservation leaders in American history, alongside others such as Aldo Leopold. Roosevelt’s contributions to wildlife conservation and land stewardship are monumental, and their products have blessed future generations with many benefits. Now it is up to the present generation to preserve the wildlife and land for those generations to come, just as Roosevelt did.

However in today’s world, where video games and technology have enveloped the interest of most of today’s generation, the future for land stewardship and conservation may seem bleak.

Education and leadership in natural resource conservation is necessary to the future of any country, no matter how great or how small. As Roosevelt’s cousin, Franklin D. Roosevelt, said, “The history of every nation is eventually written by the way in which it cares for its soils.” Conservation is necessary for the future of any nation. To preserve that future, the people need to

be educated and taught that conservation is necessary, and the results of its application or non-application are consequential either for good or bad. The future of conservation is in the hands of the people, and their idleness serves only to destroy.

As Teddy Roosevelt observed, “Conservation is a great moral issue for it involves the patriotic duty of insuring the safety and continuance of the nation.”

The frontline of conservation has had many stalwart leaders, but there continues to be a need for new leaders to take the helm and support the cause. Conservation ambassadors are necessary to educate the public in order to preserve our future in hunting heritage, private property rights, and natural resources.

The Texas Brigades’ mission is to educate and empower youths with leadership skills and knowledge in wildlife, fisheries, and land stewardship so that they become conservation ambassadors for a sustained natural resource legacy. In just four and a half days of camp, the Texas Brigades lays the foundation of a conservation mind-set for youths who will carry on that message to the public. History and reality warn us that man must conscientiously strive to live in harmony with nature and strike a balance between resource development and conservation. Whether through courses in habitat management and evaluation or lessons in population dynamics and herd management, the importance of conservation was apparent in every aspect at the South Texas Buckskin Brigade.

The Texas Brigades instills in its cadets a passion for the conservation of land and property, the continuance of our hunting heritage, and the preservation of wildlife. Cadets who have attended these camps will be some of the first to step up and defend conservation and its rights. The Texas Brigades are preparing a generation of young men and women who are concerned for the future of our land; they are “raising Roosevelts”. As Roosevelt asserted, “The nation behaves well if it treats the natural resources as assets which it must turn over to the next generation increased, and not impaired in value.” Texas Brigade cadets, past and present, are prepared to preserve the future of wildlife and the land for the generations to come. Teddy Roosevelt left a legacy of conservation. The Texas Brigades are “raising Roosevelts” so that they can leave legacies of conservation for the betterment of the future of our nation and its resources. ° LAND.COM • LEGENDARY LIVING

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MAYFIELD RANCH 26,656Âą ACRES | VAL VERDE COUNTY | $12,128,480 This exquisite ranch, at the confluence of the Edwards Plateau and Chihuahuan Desert, rolls from cedar/mesquite country with deeper soil to the sage brush/mesquite canyon country featuring thousands of live oaks flanked by limestone cliffs. Under the same management for 50 years, this fine ranch is loaded with big whitetail deer, turkey, dove and quail, and is well improved with two separate headquarters, 21 pastures, 55 troughs and 15 water wells. $455 per acre for all, slightly higher for three chunks. Property ID: 4432713

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THE ORCHARDS AT MASON 312Âą ACRES | MASON COUNTY | $4,500,000 One of the most fantastic Llano River ranches of all is now offered for sale with manicured, irrigated pastures, beautiful resort-quality homes, landscaped and accessible river frontage beyond compare and solid water rights. This Hill Country property has massive views of the painted cliffs on the Llano upstream and gorgeous panoramas of the mountains to the south. If you seek lots of power in a tiny package, this cannot be surpassed. Minerals included.

Property ID: 3486912

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DUNNERS MOUNTAIN RANCH 3,160Âą ACRES | KENDALL COUNTY | $15,642,000 One of the largest remaining contiguous tracts of land in rapidlygrowing Kendall County, this legacy ranch has been in the same family for generations and is rugged, wild, pristine and oozing with character and history. Dunners Mountain looms over the West Sister Creek valley like a sentinel, offering dramatic vistas and scenery of the highest order.

Fertile, level fields of grass flanked by heritage oaks, pecans and elms dominate the lush bottoms while soaring ridges seem to touch the sky above, cloaking huge lake sites in untouched canyons below.

Minerals included. Property ID: 2705323

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OAK HILLS RANCH 1,093Âą ACRES | MASON COUNTY | $3,552,250 This is classic rolling Mason County live oak/mesquite country, absolutely loaded with large-bodied, big-horned whitetail, blackbuck antelope, turkey, varmints and birds. Brush control has resulted in thick turfs, prolific grasses and a refined, manicured look that is easy on the eye. No improvements mean it is a blank canvas for the visionary. Property ID: 4273891

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BLUE HOLE RANCH 168± ACRES | MASON COUNTY | $1,092,000 Simply put, this is the strongest-flowing, most reliable live water in an absolutely fantastic private setting in all of the Hill Country west of Mason. Leon Creek surges through at 100 GPM, creating one of the finest swimming holes ever seen with solid rock “bathtubs” and noisy falls throughout. Wild, native fish abound in the crystal-clear waters which are perfect for fly fishing, floating, swimming and relaxing.

Entirely manicured, the exquisitely varied land includes caves, cliffs, hardwood bottoms, dramatic views and evidence of Native Americans.

Minerals included. Owner/Broker. Property ID: 3308360

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CORTIJO CAPATAZ RANCH 461± Acres

Real County

Property ID: 3786181

This incredible new listing offers one-and-one-third miles of both sides of crystal-clear Bull Head Creek, with long, deep, green holes, waterfalls, rapids, multiple natural dams and fabulous home sites along the bluffs above the creek. The ranch also offers spring-fed New Creek, huge pecan bottoms, hardwood-lined hills with towering limestone bluffs, cypress trees, a very comfortable ranch-style home, equipment barn/ shop, extensive limestone fencing and irrigation canal and is loaded with native and exotic game. This is, without doubt, one of the finest live water and recreational ranches available in the Hill Country—it won’t last.

Price: $3,950,000. Call Morris, (210) 415-9850.

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WHITE ELK RANCH It doesn't get any better than the Seco Valley, and the famous 415-acre White Elk Ranch is the most picturesque property I have offered in some time. With 600+ feet on Seco Creek, this high-fenced property has two houses, each serviced by two deep-water wells and web cameras providing real-time views of its wildlife and serene beauty. The guest house is surrounded by colossal oaks and overlooks two beautiful springfed lakes, both of which have been completely reworked, supplying precious water during the 2012–2013 drought. The awesome three-bedroom, 3,600-square-foot main house was built in 2009 on the east side of the property overlooking the incredible Seco Valley. This pristine stone house was designed with incredible views from every room. It overlooks the pool and a very large stone and concrete deck. Adjacent to the guest house is the equipment barn and outdoor entertainment area, complete with new walk-in cooler and outdoor television. The wildlife on this ranch, including significant whitetail, turkey, hogs and its signature white elk, have been well fed. This property is priced to the quality that it is.

Call Morris, (210) 415-9850.

415± Acres

Uvalde County

Property ID: 3475178

RED OAK CANYON RANCH Located just two miles north of Utopia on FM 470, this awesome new listing offers a fabulous four-bedroom, four-bath limestone house with a 3,400-square-foot living area and a 2,600-square-foot wraparound covered porch sitting atop of a hill providing million dollar views in all directions. Recent updates include new interior and exterior paint, new carpet, new dishwasher and garbage disposals, new Rinai whole-house on-demand hot water heaters, new whole-house reverse osmosis water treatment system and four 1,000-gallon propane tanks (buried). The ranch has a three-car detached garage, paved roads, two barns, one deer blind and four deer feeders. Currently has wildlife exemption (can be converted to ag. exemption, if desired). Excellent hunting—priced to sell. Price: $1,399,000. Call Morris, (210) 415-9850.

103± Acres

Bandera County

Property ID: 3567389

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JSB RANCH Recently selected by the premier 'Images for Conservation Fund' as one of the Hill Country's most beautiful ranches, the JSB ranch is truly a rare gem in the Texas ranch market. This one-of-a-kind ranch has been in the same family for four generations and is now being offered as one of the crown jewels of the Hill Country. The ranch has everything a Hill Country ranch is about, and the extensive variety of the ranch offers a buyer the opportunity to own a true recreational paradise: nearly three-quarter-of-a-mile of gorgeous, crystal-clear Nueces River frontage, a spring-fed creek, two ponds, hills, river valley, beautiful forest-like pecan bottoms, Indian mounds, large herds of free-ranging axis, native whitetail, turkey and numerous other exotics. Newly-constructed roads provide access throughout the ranch and along the Nueces River, leading to an absolutely fabulous deep swimming hole. The ranch has a small wooden cabin, phone and wifi, electric and an excellent water well located at the front of the ranch. Price: $3,995,000. Call Morris, (210) 415-9850.

458± Acres

Real County

GRIFFITH RANCH This new listing offers over 2,300 feet of the beautiful Sabinal River and is only minutes from Lost Maples State Park. The ranch offers tree cover second-to-none, with huge, healthy oak trees throughout the ranch. Numerous building sites, from under the giant oak trees along the river to hilltops with gorgeous views of the canyon. Wildlife includes whitetail, turkey, axis and hogs. With rich bottom land, to low hills, to mountain tops and the beautiful Sabinal River, you will not find a ranch of this size with this much variety anywhere. Truly a rare opportunity to purchase an awesome live water ranch in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. Price: $2,595,000. Call Scott, (830) 591-9509 or Morris, (210) 415-9850.

284± Acres

Bandera County

Property ID: 2871566

MORRIS KILLOUGH – BROKER

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TOMAHAWK RANCH Available in 74, 95, 155 and 213-acre parcels. This is a rare opportunity to own an excellent turnkey cattle and hunting ranch on the Edwards Plateau in western Bandera County. The Ranch offers huge healthy oaks, gentle rolling terrain, a nice small home, carport, excellent water well, light to heavy cover, all low fencing, surrounded by large neighbors, fabulous hunting with whitetail, hogs, turkey and occasional exotics, including axis deer, nice home sites with great views and fantastic privacy. Cheapest prices in the Hill Country. Owner/broker. Call Morris, (210) 415-9850.

536± Acres

Bandera County

Property ID: 3566922

BAKER RANCH

NOONAN RANCH

Located just minutes from San Antonio with frontage on FM 471 two

This fantastic hunting/cattle ranch is located just south of HWY 90

miles north of Castroville, this turnkey cattle, hay and hunting ranch

and offers a very unique mix of South Texas along with the terrain

is the perfect weekend getaway or permanent retirement property.

and feel of a Hill Country property. The deer habitat is exceptional

The exceptionally-planned and finished ranch offers fantastic access

with an excellent combination of light-to-heavy brush mixed with

straight to a recently constructed two-level rock and stucco home.

huge oaks, elms and mesquites. The ranch offers five existing ponds,

Features an Edwards water well with large concrete storage tank, two

several other excellent pond and lake sites, several areas that may

wet-weather creeks and the perfect mix of 70 acres of tifton grass for

be cultivated for food plots, deep soils and fabulous home sites with

hay and cattle and 52 acres of heavy brush for the large numbers of

fantastic views. The ranch is loaded with whitetail, turkey and wild

whitetail, turkey and hogs. Call Morris, (210) 415-9850.

hogs. Price: $1,870,000. Call Morris, (210) 415-9850.

122± Acres

440± Acres

Bandera County

Property ID: 3658337

Medina County

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QUINTINILLA RANCH

KENNEY RANCH

Located about two miles north of Encinal and about one-and-a-half

This small hunting or cattle ranch offers terrific transition area variety

miles from the interstate which gives you great access but still keeps it

just over an hour from San Antonio. The ranch headquarters are

very private, this awesome turnkey hunting/cattle ranch has a three-

situated under a canopy of large healthy oaks and offer a very clean,

bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home with game room. The game on

16'x72' mobile with large wooded deck, fantastic views of the Hill

this ranch has been meticulously controlled and managed over the last

Country, manicured lawn, four-bay equipment shed and an excellent

25 years, and the hunting is fantastic. High-fenced on three sides with

shallow Edwards water well. The ranch offers gently sloping terrain,

a great road system and a nice pond that was fully stocked about eight

oak-lined creek, deep soils, thousands of large live oaks, medium-

years ago. Huge neighbors surround this one-of-a-kind ranch. Surface-

to-heavy cover and excellent hunting with whitetail, turkey and wild

only sale. Call Morris, (210) 415-9850 or Scott, (830) 591-9509.

hogs. May divide. Price: $3,400 per acre. Call Morris, (210) 415-9850.

329± Acres

231± Acres

LaSalle County

Property ID: 3717383

Medina County

Property ID: 2709903

EVANS CREEK RANCH

RANCHO VALADEZ

Located in one of the most scenic areas of the Hill Country, this small

Located six miles south of Comfort on paved county road, this small,

turnkey ranch offers good access with county road frontage, a water

unique ranch offers everything wanted in a Hill Country ranch. The

well, an updated and very comfortable three-bedroom, two-bath

tract offers a beautiful spring-fed creek, fabulous small pond with

home, rock storage building, concrete storm/food cellar, game-fenced

concrete drive across and spillway, waterfalls, stock tank, incredible

yard, large open bunk house, working pens and livestock shed. The

views from multiple home sites and coastal field. The ranch is loaded

tract offers an excellent mix of cover for the wildlife, sheer limestone

with game. Improvements include a six-stall rock horse barn, rock

bluffs and incredible 15-mile views of the Sabinal Canyon below. The

equipment building, metal horse corral, large limestone entrance and

ranch is under a wildlife exemption and offers excellent hunting. Price:

an excellent road system. Won’t last. Call Morris, (210) 415-9850.

$579,000. Call Morris, (210) 415-9850.

80± Acres

77± Acres

Kendall County

Property ID: 3732580

Bandera County

Property ID: 3857456

MORRIS KILLOUGH – BROKER

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JACKSON CREEK RANCH

SECO CREEK RANCH

Located in one of the most scenic areas of Texas between Vanderpool

This incredible new listing is located east of Utopia in the corner of

and Medina, this tract offers an 1800s-era log cabin, county road

Bandera, Medina and Uvalde Counties and is less than 90 minutes

frontage, electric and phone service. Currently in a wildlife exemption,

from San Antonio. 1,200+ feet of crystal-clear, rock bottom Seco

the property also offers 3,000± feet on both sides of crystal-clear live

Creek, an entire hill with 360 percent access around it, large

water, deep tillable soils, beautiful hardwood-lined limestone bluffs,

neighbors, a great mix of gentle valley land and hills, deep tillable soil,

several varieties of huge healthy oaks, multiple dam sites and fantastic

incredible views of the Seco Valley, fabulous homesites, electric and

homesites. The tract is mainly valley land surrounded by majestic hills

phone service, great hunting with loads of game, unique rock bluffs

and is loaded with whitetail, turkey and other native animals and birds.

and great tree cover. Price: $1,875,000. Call Morris, (210) 415-9850.

May be divided. Owner/Broker. Call Morris, (210) 415-9850.

192± Acres

86± Acres

Bandera County

ESQUELL RANCH

Bandera County

Property ID: 3753721

This new turnkey ranch offers a two-bedroom, two-bath limestone

RANCHO RIO LINDA

home, an equipment barn with shop area, small cabin, excellent

One of the most unique ranches in Uvalde County, the Janacek Ranch

Edwards water well, a concrete storage tank and a pila that supplies

is a nice mix of Hill Country and South Texas and offers a half mile

water troughs and a small pond near the home. The ranch is low-

of beautiful Nueces River frontage, all-game fencing, four homes,

fenced on three sides and offers huge oaks, cedar, mesquite, cover

two water wells, great tree cover, exceptional brush diversity, hills,

for the wildlife, deep fertile soils and numerous areas to set up feed

large food plots, excellent hunting with improved white tail herd

and hunting stations. Fantastic hunting. Seller would entertain seller

and numerous exotics, hogs, quail and turkey. You have to see this

financing, and there is an additional 82 acres of cultivated field that

ranch to appreciate it. This truly unique ranch is accessed by well-

could possibly be acquired with the purchase of the ranch. Price:

maintained county road from HWY 90 West. Price: $2,200,000.

$579,000. Call Morris, (210) 415-9850 or Scott, (830) 591-9509.

Call Morris, (210) 415-9850.

50± Acres

282± Acres

Medina County

Property ID: 3843906

Uvalde County

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Twin Creeks Ranch For the first time in over 20 years, the opportunity has arisen to own one of the most special and treasured ranches in all of Central Texas.

A truly remarkable and rare find one hour from downtown Austin, the Twin Creeks Ranch near Marble Falls is a live-water paradise. With magnificent rock-bottomed Hamilton Creek traversing this rolling, Hill Country ranch for well over a mile, and spring fed Hairston Creek for nearly a half mile, there is no lack of live water. An engineered, concrete dam on Hairston Creek creates a permanent body of water over five acres in size that affords excellent fishing for bass, catfish and bluegill.

The site is extremely private being over a half mile from the nearest public road with none of the improvements visible from neighboring ranches.

The magnificent 5,200-square-foot, three-bedroom, three-and-a-halfbath home has exceptional design, architecture, construction materials

and finish-out including mesquite doors, windows and built-ins, Kohler, Rohl and Herbeau bath fixtures, exposed Cedar beams throughout, drapery by designer Amy Boykin, Lutron lighting system, surround sound, custom chandeliers and mirrors, handcrafted finishes and designer paint throughout. A fabulous chef’s kitchen is open to the living area and features gorgeous granite counters, center island with breakfast bar, two sinks and ample storage. Stainless Thermador appliances include a double oven, range stove with griddle, warming drawer and a Sub Zero refrigerator. Formal dining has a wet bar with copper under-mount sink, refrigerator, ice maker and extra cabinet space. The master retreat features a fire place and cozy sitting area with gorgeous creek views.

His-and-her separate bathrooms both include king-size walk-in closets, built-ins and abundant storage. A lovely expansive great room ties this masterpiece together with a large limestone fireplace, floor-to-ceiling

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windows with exceptional views and an antique elk-horn chandelier.

Enjoy a movie in the media room with professional equipment, enhanced lighting and full screen.

The butterfly garden meets the guests of this home with a courtyard and a covered pergola. Lush landscaping and vast decks along the back of the home allow for outdoor entertaining and enjoying the peaceful sounds of the creeks and wildlife. The lake created by the dam on Hairston Creek is accented by a permanent platform for fishing, sunbathing, swimming, kayaking and canoeing a few short steps from the house. This is an incredible opportunity to own such an amazing property in close proximity to Austin and San Antonio. Rolling hills, wide meandering creek bottoms, open meadows and dense brush offer the diversity necessary to make this the perfect hunting ranch. It truly embodies the finest of luxury living

in the Texas Hill Country. Excellent wildlife habitat exists with a wide variety of trees, brush and native grasses such as live oak, elm, sycamore, pecan, mesquite, cedar, persimmon and others. The entire ranch is enclosed by an eight-foot game-proof fence and is home to excellent herds of whitetail deer and Rocky Mountain elk. A true sportsmen’s paradise offering the finest in hunting and fishing on a square mile of the magnificent Texas Hill Country! Minerals available! Co-listed with Brandy Archer, KW Realty.

Price Reduced: $6,895,000.

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The Jackson Ranch is located approximately 13 miles west of Lampasas, Texas, on FM 580 and approximately 63 miles from the Austin, Texas, city limits. With 1.62 miles of Colorado River frontage, the ranch varies from 200-foot high cliffs overlooking the river and views to the west, to low, sloping, grassy banks sheltered by pecan trees. The ranch is contiguous native rangeland which is located in the famed Texas Hill Country. The terrain is hilly to rough with a substantial portion on the west being rocky hills, ridges and canyons. Currently a working cattle ranch and taxed at agriculture valuation. 50 percent of mineral estate to be conveyed. Price: $10,350,900

THE HISTORIC JACKSON RANCH

3,286± ACRES IN LAMPASAS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 141204

This ranch has it all—a beautiful five-bedroom, three-bath, open-concept ranch house with a wraparound porch and great views of the surrounding rolling hills and pasture land, a great mix of tree cover, oaks and mesquite, five stock ponds throughout the ranch and enough pasture land to run cattle. One of the best non-high-fenced hunting ranches in the area. Deer, turkey and doves are abundant, and you will see wild hogs in the evening. This ranch has only been hunted by the family. A branch of beautiful Panther Creek runs through a portion of the property and will run unless in a drought. A windmill-driven well keeps one stock tank well watered, and the primary water to the home is supplied by Kempner Water Service. Price: $2,454,000

409± ACRES IN BURNET COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3900876

PANTHER CREEK RANCH

The Mesa Verde is a turnkey game ranch. The majority is high-fenced with two pastures remaining low-fenced. Inside the high fence, genetically superior whitetail deer were stocked over the years and the ranch consistently produces trophy bucks in the 160–180 class. There are also axis deer, fallow deer, blackbuck, scimitar oryx, aoudad sheep, mouflon, corsican, hawaiian black, Texas dall sheep elk, red deer and nilgai. Multiple blinds and feeders are scattered across the pastures. Improvements include a lodge with three bedrooms, three bathrooms, an office and a large kitchen which opens to the great room. The lodge sits on a high mesa with phenomenal 20-mile views. This is the perfect ranch property to step into and be in business this Fall! Price: $3,958,500

MESA VERDE RANCH

870± ACRES IN LAMPASAS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3374740

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Located less than 10 minutes from downtown Lampasas with access to Highway 183. A well-manicured, game-proof fenced ranch with native and improved grasses.

Fertile soils conducive to food plots for winter grazing of livestock or for the managed herd of blackbuck antelope, whitetail, axis and fallow deer. The main house is a three-bedroom, four-bath, custom-built Spanish/Mediterranean-style home of approximately 4,300 square feet. The guest house is a two-bedroom, two-bath frame farmhouse. Three ponds and a well with a submersible pump supply the ranch with water. Additional improvements include a 90’x75’ hay/cattle barn, pipe working pens, and a 30’x50’ workshop/garage with office. This is a rare opportunity to buy a turnkey combination cattle and hunting ranch. Price: $1,850,000

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221± ACRES IN LAMPASAS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2778366

This offering presents an excellent land ownership and business opportunity. Two farms, located minutes northwest of Rockdale, offer an excellent land investment with a steady income stream. The two farms have four operational poultry houses on contract with Cargill raising turkey. Being less than two miles apart, management of both farms has been streamlined for efficiency. Additional income could be derived from a cow/calf operation as each parcel has pasture land not currently being utilized. Furthermore, each parcel has dense tree cover and a variety of native brush offering wonderful wildlife habitat. Rarely does an opportunity such as this come on the market. Two well-maintained and diverse ranches operating at a very nice return on investment. Price: $7,400,000 | Owner Will Divide

640± ACRES IN MILAM COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3640084

TIM BRO AND M&M FARM

Straddling the boundary line between Edwards and Kinney counties on the western edge of the famed Texas Hill Country, the historic Dusty Rose Ranch is one of the few remaining large ranches in this area and, for the first time in many years, is available for immediate purchase. The ranch is currently under Wildlife Management tax exemption. Seasonal Flat Rock Creek bisects the ranch near the center of the property. The comfortable ranch home is approximately 1,780 square feet, and a separate 413-square-foot game room provides extra space for relaxing with the family. Other improvements include a double garage and game processing room, a walk-in cooler, a smokehouse, a hay barn and pens with working and loading chutes. Price: $4,596,227

DUSTY ROSE RANCH

5,112± ACRES IN KINNEY COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3813242

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Surrounded by beautiful high escarpments, Thunderbird Resort and Event Center sits on 26 acres and is located on Lake Buchanan. This business consists of 23 cottages, a 3,900-square-foot newly-constructed event center, a beautiful 2,450-square-foot log home, swimming pool, a 14-stall boat marina and fishing dock, office and several other buildings. This is a great place for weddings, family gatherings and cooperate retreats. This business has unlimited potential for growth on the 15 acres of undeveloped land connected to this property. Call us for a complete information package. Price: $2,890,000

THUNDERBIRD RESORT

26± ACRES IN BURNET COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2326687

This Gulf Coast ranch, bordered by the Victoria Barge Canal and in view of San Antonio Bay, is a veritable wildlife paradise. Waterfowl hunting is unparalleled, with approximately 200 acres of wetlands. There is a variety of quality soil types, providing a high-carrying capacity for grazing. A mixture of native and improved grasses are present throughout the property. Due to the location being coastal, the ranch is predominantly level with a good mix of open grasslands and several oak motts. This property has investment potential being on the barge canal.

There are two water wells and electricity on the property. The pasture roads are in good condition and perimeter-fencing is cattle-tight. Surface sale only. No minerals to convey; there are three producing gas wells. Price: $1,699,000

505± ACRES IN CALHOUN COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2840764

SAN ANTONIO BAY RANCH

This prime East Texas ranch has been thoughtfully improved and is very well maintained. There is a 5,000-square-foot two-story lodge with six bedrooms upstairs and a fully equipped kitchen and large living area downstairs. Perfect for entertaining family and friends. Attached to the lodge is a 2,450-square-foot shop and garage. Extensive well-designed road system facilitates access throughout the property. All roads are crowned with drainage ditches along the sides. Two man-made ponds. One pond stocked with catfish, bass and crappie offers incredible fishing opportunities. Low fences on the perimeter are in very good shape. Originally logging roads and cuts now utilized as open senderos with blinds and feeders for hunters. Price: $4,995,000

LIBERTY COUNTY RANCH

2,080± ACRES IN LIBERTY COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 4258448

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At the intersection of Highway 85 and FM 140, this versatile parcel is located five miles west of Charlotte and only 18 miles from the ever-growing Jourdanton/ Pleasanton area. With an estimated 100 acres in native South Texas brush and the remainder in Bermuda and native range grasses, this property suits the needs of a variety of prospective landowners. Having frontage on both Highway 85 and County Road 349 (Davis Switch Road), accessibility is exceptional. This property has an ample water supply consisting of a 220 GPM Carrizo well and two smaller domestic wells. There are also two stock tanks. The property is currently under agricultural exemption. Seller to convey 25 percent of current minerals owned at closing. No past or present mineral production. Contact for price.

30-30 RANCH

289± ACRES IN ATASCOSA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3186877

Built in 1883, this is one of the nicest homes in Llano and the most unique. It was built by a mineral wildcatter in the 1880s, has 60 acres, two ponds and sits atop a hill overlooking the entire town. This majestic home can be read about in “Texas Monthly,” historical books and numerous newspaper articles and has also been featured on “The New Detectives” and “Forensic Files.” The home has incredible Hill Country views, a 180-degree porch, a rock patio and outdoor fireplace. There are two wells, 30 acres in native pasture and 30 acres of clean ranchland. Spectacular live oaks, post oaks, elms, pomegranate and towering juniper trees abound. Luxury combined with history and the beauty of the Texas Hill Country create this icon of Texas! Do not trespass, drive up driveway or climb fence without listing agent/broker accompanying. Co-listed with Virdell Real Estate. Price: $1,295,000

60.1± ACRES IN LLANO COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3089832

NORTON PATTEN MANSION

This beautifully scenic wildlife ranch is located only 10 miles southwest of Rocksprings.

Offering end-of-the-road privacy, this is a wildlife haven with tree cover, large valleys, incredible vistas and rugged hills. The live oak, shin oak and pinon pine cover provide browse and habitat for the axis, elk, fallow, whitetail, turkey, feral hogs, dove and quail.

Electricity and a water well are located on a high bluff. Undulating Hill Country with elevations from 1,800–2,200 feet, canyons and flat-topped mesas. The entire Indian Creek subdivision is behind a game-proof fence, and the native and exotic game move freely about. Varmint hunting is excellent throughout the year. A seasonal creek bisects the property, and a water well was drilled and cased near a building site overlooking the ranch. Price: $320,087. Owner financing for qualified buyers.

INDIAN CREEK RANCH TRACT

173± ACRES IN EDWARDS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3107019

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the pronghorn WRITTEN BY GREG SIMONS

The telephone conversation sounded like many that I’d had before. “I’m looking for something that’s a bit more unique than a whitetail hunt. I don’t have much time to devote to the trip, I’d like to avoid a hunt that’s physically demanding since my son is only 12, and would rather not hunt when it may be really cold,” was the query that was posed to me. I asked him if they had ever hunted pronghorns, and he said no. “This is an easy answer, as far as I’m concerned. You need to do a pronghorn hunt,” I exclaimed. He then wanted to know if it would be a high-entertainment type of hunt, as his son was new to hunting and he did not want him to get bored and perhaps lose interest in hunting from the get-go. “Listen, I’ve often described pronghorn hunting as the dove hunting of big-game animals,” I answered back. One of the features of most pronghorn hunts is that you do not have to be in the field an hour before daylight, you can often locate animals throughout the day, it’s not a terribly demanding hunt from a physical or financial standpoint, the camp environment tends to be more relaxed than in some biggame camps, and the hunting style is more action-oriented than sitting in a box blind.

Jim booked the hunt and he and Winton had a great time; they’ve since returned to Texas from Florida on several other hunts.

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Pronghorns are the only horned animals that shed the outer sheath of their horn and that have a forked horn

Combined with the translocation releases of over 600 pronghorns that have taken place over the last 6 years, reasonably good fawn recruitment is also aiding in the recovery of pronghorn populations in much of Texas’ Trans-Pecos.

This is a great hunt for younger hunters, providing an action-oriented hunt that’s not that physically demanding.

Pronghorn hunting in Texas takes place in some of the state’s most scenic and unspoiled country.

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the animal Though they are often referred to as an antelope, they are not a true antelope and are in fact the only member in the family that they belong.

Their proper name is simply pronghorn, not pronghorn antelope. They are most noted as being the fastest land mammal in North America, being able to reach speeds of 50 MPH. Pronghorns are also unique in that they are the only horned animal that has a forked horn and are the only horned animal that sheds the outer sheath of their horns each year. These beautiful prairie animals indeed prefer vast open spaces and are symbolic of the American West.

In Texas, pronghorn numbers in many areas of the Trans-Pecos region began crashing about 8–10 years ago. Though the verdict is still out and may never be fully understood, it appears that the main culprit of this decline was a parasite known as barber pole worms which set up shop in the abomasum of the stomach. After a few years of head-scratching and research, a restoration program was implemented through a cooperative effort between Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, Borderlands Research Institute, private landowners, and other concerned individuals and institutions. Over the last six years, there have been several translocations take place with over 600 pronghorns being captured in the Texas Panhandle and released on various sites near Marfa and Marathon. Though the first releases in 2011 did not do well, principally due to a devastating drought that year, the subsequent releases have fared much better.

When you combine the success of these translocation efforts along with relatively good reproductive success of the native herds of pronghorns over the last 3–4 years, you have a pronghorn recovery success story that’s in the making. Pronghorn numbers in the TranPecos have doubled and tripled in some locations over the last 4–5 years and there are reasons to be optimistic that many localized pronghorn herds could perhaps make a full recovery within the next few years in some locations, though it could likely be many years before other locales may reach their pre-decline numbers.

the hunt Well over 95 percent of pronghorn hunting in Texas takes place on private lands. Beginning a few years ago, the Panhandle region of Texas changed its pronghorn tag issuance program where a hunter who has permission from a landowner simply needs to obtain a pronghorn tag from a designated licensing agent, with no restrictions on how many pronghorn bucks may be taken on a particular tract of private land. For some people, this remains a controversial tag issuance strategy, but others like it just fine. The Trans-Pecos remains a restricted region where pronghorn buck harvest is dictated by a limited tag issuance for each landowner, with total number of issued tags being determined by location and acreage.

There are some trespass arrangement opportunities that are available for hunters to simply pay the landowner a fee, obtain a tag, and have an opportunity to enjoy a self-guided hunt, with this hunting arrangement being more common in the Panhandle than in the Tran-Pecos. The other option is to book a hunt through an outfitter who has access to private land and landowner tags, and 166

where various services are bundled into the package, such as guiding, lodging, meals, game processing.

Trophy standards vary for Texas pronghorns and the minimum score requirement for Texas Big Game Awards is 70”, well shy of the minimum requirement for Boone & Crockett of 82”. Though Hudspeth County leads the way in terms of number of B&C pronghorn entries, quality pronghorn bucks are taken annually from many other counties in Texas, as well. Another part of the trophy of pronghorns, in addition to the hunting experience and the unique mount, is the delicious meat, especially if the area has little or no sagebrush. The finest game meat I’ve had from a Texas-produced animal is pronghorn meat from the Trans-Pecos.

Properly prepared, pronghorns provide some of the finest game meat in Texas. This loin was browned over an open flame and finished in the oven, served with a demi-glace sauce.

the outfitter Wildlife Systems, Inc. (WSI) is a hunting and wildlife management firm that was started in 1987. In addition to offering hunts for a wide variety of other game and exotics, WSI provides quality hunting services for pronghorn in West Texas and New Mexico. These pronghorn hunting packages are set up as 2.5 day programs which provide meals, lodging, guide, and game care. Hunts take place on large private ranches where success rates approach 100 percent.

Named the Dodge Outfitter of the Year several years ago, from a cast of over 400 hunting operations in North America, WSI has a longstanding reputation as a reliable service that provides quality hunting opportunities on over ¾ miwllion acres of private land.

For additional information on hunting with WSI, check out their website at wildlifesystems.com or call (325) 655-0877.

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Pecos Canyon Ranch 8,300± ACRES IN VAL VERDE COUNTY PRICE: $6,640,000 The Pecos Canyon Ranch is dominated by the river and the canyon lands that drain into it. It is really two ranches, split by a county road, with excellent new fences and entrance gates for privacy and security.

The western one-third has the old headquarters ruins with two wells and a lot of juniper cover with rolling hills and dense vegetation along Harkell Canyon, perfect for mule deer and blue quail hunting. The eastern two-thirds is dominated by huge slick-rock canyons, high ceniza mesas and one-and-a-half miles of the Lower Pecos River.

Property ID: 2989031

Rainbow Ranch 10,800± ACRES IN TERRELL COUNTY PRICE: $4,590,000 The Rainbow Ranch is situated at the convergence of three biologically-distinct eco-regions in Texas: the Texas Hill Country to the east, the Chihuahuan Desert to the west and the subtropical Tamaulipan Brushland to the south, creating one of the most unique wildlife habitats in the state, with abundant mule deer and whitetail.

This is not flat plateau country with dissected canyons, but rather an extensive landscape of rolling hills, valleys and long canyons creating very scenic and amazingly beautiful views.

Property ID: 2613536

Eagle Piñon Ranch 2,963± ACRES IN HUDSPETH COUNTY PRICE: $2,518,550 This high Chihuahuan Desert ranch has elevations ranging from 4,600 feet to 5,800 feet and is a series of canyons, peaks and valleys, creating a rugged yet accessible terrain. The higher elevations of the Eagles are to the north at 7,400 feet. The Rio Grande valley to the south, with the Mexico mountains beyond, creates extraordinary geology and rock outcrops, one of which, Sawtooth, towers over the ranch. At this elevation, there is a lush grassland matrix with brush, cacti and pion trees creating a Davis Mountains appearance. There is a series of 4x4 roads shown on the map which get you around to the various features on the ranch. An excellent well and a new hunting lodge with six private rooms, each with a private bath, make this a comfortable and functional hideaway. Property ID: 2450171

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Buena Vista Ranch 12,075± ACRES IN TERRELL COUNTY PRICE: $4,648,875 The area is a recreation mecca for both whitetail and mule deer hunting or for enjoyment of the vast landscape. Buena Vista ranch is a working ranch leased to a neighboring heritage landowner. The southern terrain is perhaps the most scenic, with the Mexican mountains in the background and tremendous views down into Indian Creek and Cook Creek with rolling hills and limestone cliff canyon banks. The extensive landscape of rolling hills, valleys and long canyons create scenic and vast views. With topography ranging from 1,600 to just over 2,000 feet, there are many potential building sites with distant vistas of ranch features.

Property ID: 4304037

HLB Piñon Ranch 3,177± ACRES IN BREWSTER COUNTY PRICE: $3,971,250 HLB Piñon Ranch is located on Highway 90, east of Alpine, within the north slopes of the Del Norte Mountains and adjacent to the unique gated ranch community of Sierra La Rana with its maintained roads, underground electricity and other amenities. The ranch has ownership of several hundred acres of land in several large platted lots within Sierra La Rana, designed for future home sites with utilities in place. Several thousand acres of adjacent ranchland offer mountains and grasslands for hunting and recreation.

Property ID: 2988957

Quebec Ranch 12,500± ACRES IN PRESIDIO COUNTY PRICE REDUCED: $7,031,250 The Quebec Ranch is Texas cow country at its finest and represents some of the best Yucca Grasslands in the U.S. It is part of the Marfa Plateau, a mile-high desert grassland of basin range topography between the Davis Mountains to the north and the Chinati/Sierra Viejas Mountains and Rio Grande River to the south and southwest. The views are stunning and the ranch overlooks the landscapes of the Davis, Chinati and Sierra Viejas Mountains, Capote Mountain and the great expanse of grasslands in between. This is a working cattle ranch which has been well-managed by the same family for over five-and-a-half decades.

Property ID: 1555099

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Prairie Creek Ranch 1,192± ACRES IN TERRELL COUNTY PRICE: $458,920 With high flat mesas overlooking rich and diverse habitat along the convergence of two creeks, Prairie Creek Ranch abounds with hunting and recreation opportunities. The area is a mecca for both whitetail and mule deer hunting or just prowling the canyons in search of adventure. This is not only plateau country with dissected canyons, but also an extensive landscape of rolling hills, valleys and long canyons, creating very scenic and amazingly beautiful views. With topography reaching around 2,000 feet, there are many potential building sites with distant vistas of ranch features.

Property ID: 4304136

Thurston Canyon Ranch 6,035± ACRES IN TERRELL COUNTY PRICE: $2,323,475 An old hunting camp on the ranch makes a great location for a future headquarters, with electricity and water already in place. Thurston Canyon cuts across the very northern end where the Union Pacific Railroad meanders. There are two pastures and one trap dividing the ranch. Excellent blue quail hunting exists on the ranch, along with tremendous hunting potential for mule deer and whitetail deer. The groundwater under Thurston Canyon Ranch is high-quality and is accessed by one large electric well near the highway and a windmill on the adjoining property to the northwest. With the extensive water tanks and water pipeline and trough system, water is available across the ranch. Property ID: 4304147

Red Mill Ranch 25,667± ACRES IN PECOS COUNTY PRICE: $20,533,600 Red Mill Ranch represents some of the best native and improved grasslands in West Texas. With eight sectionsized, improved klein grass fields, this 300-cow ranch is ready to go. The landscape is wide-open rolling grassland, interspersed with hills and mountains and surrounded by rugged limestone outcrop mountain ranges. This ranch lies at an elevation that supports vegetation such as century plants, Spanish dagger, yucca and cholla with a dominant grassland of taboso, blue gamma, side oats gramma and cane bluestem. Areas of brush and trees like pion pine, juniper, mesquite and hackberry are also present.

Property ID: 3063517

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Dripstone Ranch 2,275± ACRES IN UVALDE COUNTY PRICE: $25,000,000 This legendary Frio River ranch has a combination of water, hills, trees, irrigated fields, wildlife, riverfront, caves, meadows, improvements, access and development potential that are found nowhere else in the state. It is located directly adjacent to thousands of acres of permanently-protected conservation land owned by a variety of entities. It features a complete and carefullydesigned Conservation Development Plan which embraces the natural resources and the amazing beauty through designed home sites. Protected views, common areas, a hotel complex, a farm-vineyard and designed ranch tracts aim to maximize the economic potential of the ranch while embracing its ecological function.

Property ID: 3835300

Prairie Canyon Ranch 4,825± ACRES IN TERRELL COUNTY PRICE: $1,857,625 The main drainage cutting through the ranch is Prairie Canyon, named for the rich natural grasslands that once dominated this region. In fact, lesser prairie chickens were native to this ranch and the last one was seen in the 1980s, evidence of a rich mix of grassland and brush. Prehistoric people lived in limestone shelters on the ranch and a black bear pictograph can be clearly seen there today. The area is a recreation mecca for both whitetail and mule deer hunting or just prowling the canyons in search of adventure.

Thurston Canyon cuts across the very northern end where the Union Pacific Railroad meanders. There is a permanent spring in Prairie Canyon, located near the confluence with Thurston Canyon, and two earth tanks.

Property ID: 4304051

Yates Cattle and Conservation Ranch 385± ACRES IN HAYS & TRAVIS COUNTIES PRICE: $7,200,000 There is a property in the Hill Country where the bedded limestone strata and the historic layers of time come together to create a place like no other. Yates Cattle and Conservation Ranch’s name says it all: a marriage of rich Texas ranching heritage with an array of unique natural resources in a protected, quiet world all its own. Saltlick is just minutes away, and the amazing restaurants of Austin are a mere short ride away down MoPac Boulevard, immersing you in the culture of music, food, art, nature and outdoor recreation that makes Austin one of the most popular cities in the U.S. The ranch is centrally-located just southwest of downtown Austin on Bear Creek, fronting on the northbound side of Highway 45 where it turns into South MoPac. Property ID: 3547106

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For the first time, the game-rich Butler Ranch is being offered for sale. This excellent hunting and cattle ranch is blessed with five miles of beautiful Brazos River frontage and is located in Baylor County in the heart of “Big Ranch and Big Deer Country.” Density on the Butler Ranch is high, approximately one deer per 15 acres, and is a turkey, hogs, quail and dove haven. The majority of the land is rolling river bottom with hardwood cover. Elevations range from 1,250–1,330 feet.

There are 16 pastures and most of the ranch is a strong sandy soil. There is a 1,800-square-foot ranch house with electricity and running water.

This is the last hunting and recreation ranch you will ever need.

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Once part of the legendary Matador Ranch, the Walker Canyon Ranch is comprised of 10,436 deeded acres.

The centerpiece of the ranch is its beautiful 100+ acre live water lake which is a rarity and true blessing in Northwest Texas. The topography contains large hills and gently rolling prairie, and the soil is comprised primarily of a red sandy loam. The terrain provides an excellent environment and world-class opportunities for hunting whitetail and mule deer, quail, doves, ducks, turkeys, wild hogs and fishing. Walker Canyon runs throughout the ranch and offers scenic views. Mesquite flats, cedar trees and native grasslands dominate the landscape, while hardwoods offer substantial cover for wildlife.

Electricity enters the ranch on the southwest property line. Don’t miss out! This ranch is the perfect combination of a hunting, recreational and cattle property.

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Double B Ranch 145± ACRES IN KERR COUNTY | PRICE: $2,250,0 0 0

Legendary Kerr County ranch with two live creeks, a 3,600± square-foot, three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath custom home, two guest cottages, large barns and pens. West Creek, Marshall Creek and Peterson Spring provide live water. This ranch dates back to the 1800s with one of the original founding families of Kerr County. Many of the pens and barns are still present and usable.

Abundant wildlife, including whitetail and axis. The land is native pasture with an improved hay field. The rolling terrain is great for horses and livestock. Beautiful Spanish-style courtyard for outdoor living. Only five minutes from Kerrville. Property ID: 37841608

Klein Branch Ranch 220 ± ACRES IN GILLESPIE COUNTY | PRICE: $1,298,0 0 0

A very clean ranch with large hardwoods and very little cedar. The soil is very good and there is nice native grass perfect for horses or livestock. There is ample wildlife, including whitetail, axis and blackbuck. This is truly a blank canvas with great access off RR 783 and less than five miles south of Harper. The ranch is completely fenced, and there are some cool draws on the place that give it character.

It is a great place to build your dream ranch. Property ID: 3423148

Triple N Ranch 203± ACRES IN KERR COUNTY | PRICE: $2,995,0 0 0 Beautiful Hill Country ranch five minutes from Kerrville with Highway 16 access. Dammed up West Creek offers a large deep pool of water perfect for swimming and fishing. Three irrigated coastal fields. Native pasture with large hardwoods and tremendous hilltop views. The beautiful three-bedroom, three-bath home sits aside a hill and has a great wood deck along the back of the home that overlooks the valley and creek below. Along with West Creek, Marshall Creek is also on the property. Lots of wildlife including whitetail and free-ranging axis. There is a nice metal implement barn and a foreman’s house. Property ID: 3902026

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Slippery Ridge Ranch 124± ACRES IN KERR COUNTY | PRICE: $2,999,0 0 0

Gorgeous ranch with everything you want in the Hill Country. 1,400 feet of both sides of beautiful Indian Creek; it’s dammed in three places, offering great swimming and fishing opportunities. The ranch also has a nice duck pond. The four-bedroom, three-bath, two-half-bath, 4,533± square-foot custom rock home has 10-mile views, two living areas, large fireplace, custom country kitchen, large master suite, office, high ceilings, large back porch and more. There is an insulated 2,400-squarefoot, six-car garage with an air conditioned/heated workroom and bathroom. The land has great trees, nice fields and rolling hills. It is very horse-friendly and has a lot of wildlife. Property ID: 2902418

Fall Creek Ranch 20 0 ± ACRES IN KERR COUNTY | PRICE: $2,199,0 0 0

Bear Creek Ranch 160 ± ACRES IN KERR COUNTY | PRICE: $1,995,0 0 0

A gorgeous piece of property that has it all and is less than two miles from Kerrville. It offers 1,700 feet on both sides of Bear Creek. The creek has been dammed, backing up beautiful water. The land offers two sprawling meadows, huge hardwoods and tons of wildlife. There are 360-degree breathtaking views of town, the valley and multiple building sites. Property ID: 1184449

Beautiful Hill Country ranch in the highly desirable Fall Creek Road area. This ranch has it all! There is a nice four-bedroom, threeand-a-half-bath Hill Country home sitting on the hill overlooking the pond and valley below. The home offers high ceilings, indoor hot tub, nice porches, lots of woodwork and much more. There is a nice three-car garage and workshop. There is a 30’x50’ insulated barn with three roll-up doors and a five-bay implement barn. The land is very clean with lots of oaks and very little cedar.

There are beautiful draws and a nice spring. Wildlife includes whitetail, fallow, blackbuck and turkey. Lots of peace and privacy, and still only 10 minutes from town. Property ID: 3406101

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Creekwood Ranch 16.8± ACRES IN KERR COUNTY | PRICE: $795,0 0 0

This Hill Country four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath, split-plan rock home offers a wonderful and relaxing place to hang your hat.

Located in the prestigious Creekwood Ranch Estates, 10 minutes from downtown Kerrville, but outside the city limits. Enjoy the salt water pool and beautiful views from the covered porch overlooking the city. RV/implement barn, workshop, livestock shed, greenhouse, garden and storage shed. The house boasts of hardwood floors, metal roof, large island with Jennaire stove/grill, sitting area, storage and garden window. The game room has a wet bar and large closet with two adjoining bedrooms and bath. A livestock loafing shed offers shelter for livestock in the pasture. Property ID: 3821767

Venado Springs Ranch 1,397± ACRES IN BANDERA COUNTY | PRICE: $8,995,0 0 0

Turnkey hunting ranch! Five miles from Bandera and 55 miles from the San Antonio airport. The gorgeous eight-bedroom, nine-bath lodge overlooks one of two lakes. It has high ceilings and a huge kitchen. The large living area has a dramatic fireplace. There is a bar, mud room, game room and conference room. Wood accents all throughout the lodge with beautiful custom mesquite stairs. Nice outdoor living area.

The ranch has been stocked with trophy whitetail bucks and breeder does since 2009, along with exotics (axis, blackbuck, fallow, mouflon, aoudad, red deer and sika). Canyons with multiple springs. A nice metal barn with office, living space, tool room, drive-through area, deer cleaning area, walk-in cooler and covered parking. Doublewide mobile home for help. Would make the perfect corporate retreat or personal playground show place. Property ID: 3807993

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No Pasa Nada Ranch 35± ACRES IN KERR COUNTY | PRICE: $799,0 0 0

This beautiful hilltop three-bedroom, four-bath house has all the charm and comfort you’d expect in a Hill Country home. Open floor plan for entertaining, high vaulted ceilings with exposed wood beams and a lovely country kitchen with lots of windows that overlook the backyard and pool. Large master bedroom with two bathrooms. There is a large wood-burning fireplace, built-in wine rack and wine fridge. The front and back of the house offer large covered porches. The pool area has been beautifully landscaped with a large rock patio, large fire pit and great sitting areas. There is a spacious guest apartment and a 40’x40’ metal barn. The land has been fenced off into three different pastures. Property ID: 4323250

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Rosita Creek Ranch 7,061± ACRES IN MAVERICK COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2977426 The Winn Ranch on Rosita Creek is a true sportsman’s paradise today but has the potential to be a great investment for future development given its proximity to the city. The ranch has been managed for years under MLDP level III permitting and has great whitetail deer as well as other typical South Texas species, along with great waterfowl hunting and fishing on the four massive lakes. Other improvements include a main lodge overlooking a 225acre lake, lighted tennis court, high fencing, hunter’s lodge, workers’ houses, a 6,200-foot paved runway and hangar, over five miles of paved roads, horse facilities, blinds, feeders, walk-in cooler, pipe cattle working pens and city water.

El Lagartijo Negro Ranch 300± ACRES IN DUVAL COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3560243 The El Lagartijo Negro Ranch is situated in Freer, Texas, and is the perfect ranch for entertainment and hunting of several different species which include whitetail deer, axis, blackbuck antelope, red stag, hogs, turkey, dove and quail. Protein and corn have been fed year-round for the past four years. The property is high-fenced and currently set up primarily for bow hunting, with nine different hunting stations and five ponds with water run to all of them. The improvements for entertainment are endless on this ranch and include a main house, two side houses for privacy, three-room hotel, cantina and swimming pool, all surrounding a 12-foot-deep pond with pier stocked with bass and catfish.

The Tandala Ranch 1,513± ACRES IN LA SALLE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2977472 The high-fenced Tandala Ranch is being offered as a turnkey operation. Elm Creek runs through the ranch and is dammed up in two different locations creating great bass fishing and duck hunting lakes. There are also five other tanks/lakes on the property providing wildlife with plenty of water. Along with that, there is a 4,000-foot water well. The main lodge is 3,500 square feet with an outdoor fire pit and hot tub separating it from the hunter’s cabin. Other improvements include an additional cabin, blinds, feeders, walk-in cooler, skinning shed, equipment barns and grain silo. Wildlife includes whitetail deer, ducks, blue and bob-white quail, axis and hogs.

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Camp Verde Ranch 287± ACRES IN KERR COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2976636 The Camp Verde Ranch has 240 feet of elevation changes from the coastal fields and creeks to the top of Cedar Ridge which overlooks the entire Camp Verde valley. Both sides of Verde Creek and Mico Creek run through the ranch, with Mico Creek damned up creating a great fishing tank and two water falls on the other side. Other improvements include 80 acres of coastal grass, a 1,300-foot rifle range, paved roads, blinds, feeders and three water tanks. Wildlife includes whitetail deer, red stag, axis and blackbuck.

The Wheeler Ranch 100± ACRES IN ERATH COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2977513 The Wheeler Ranch is about five minutes east of Morgan Mill and 15 minutes north of Stephenville, Texas, in the Morgan Mill school district with over 3,600 feet of frontage on the North Paluxy River. This property is set up and ready to go for any type of livestock operation, especially horses. There are six pipe/cable-fenced turn-outs with sheds in each one, pipe working pens for cattle, a three-stall horse barn, 40’x50’ workshop and paved roads to all the improvements. The main house is a four-bedroom, four-bath custom home complete with outdoor kitchen and fire pit. There is also a new one-bedroom, one-bath guest house set off away from the primary residence for privacy.

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552± ACRES IN KERR COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2976664 The Winn’s Tortuga Ranch on Turtle Creek has some of the best trophy whitetail deer hunting you can find along with some exotics which are protein-fed year-round. The ranch is mostly high-fenced, and both sides of Turtle Creek run through the north side of the property making for great swimming and fishing. The main lodge has a pool and outdoor entertainment cabana with great views. The ranch has three additional homes, a 20-acre soft release deer pen, four-stall horse barn, workshop and three water wells and is being offered turnkey.

TUSCANY RANCH 160± ACRES IN KERR COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3905904 Approximately 160 acres of rolling hills tucked in-between the Comanche Trace golf course and the Kerrville-Schreiner State Park fronting on Highway 173 just three miles from downtown Kerrville. This wildlife exempt property is loaded with wildlife which include whitetail, axis and blackbuck deer. Both sides of Dry Hollow Creek, which is a wetweather creek, run through the property, and the creek is lined with large pecan trees. Other improvements include a 3,000± square-foot older home, machine shop with three phase power and a trinity water well.

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River Ridge Ranch 305± ACRES IN KERR COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 2976515 The River Ridge Ranch is on Highway 173 approximately four miles south of downtown Kerrville, Texas. It consists of 305 acres with Guadalupe River frontage overlooking and adjoining the Comanche Trace golf course. The main house on top of the hill is an eight-bedroom, six-bath home that has spectacular views of downtown Kerrville and the entire ranch itself. The property is divided into seven pipe-fenced pastures with over 160 acres of coastal grass for horses or cattle. Other improvements include three homes, two horse barns, two hay barns, an equipment barn and a workshop, all easily accessible by the paved roads within the ranch. Wildlife includes whitetail deer, axis and blackbuck.

Monterrey Ranch 1,185± ACRES IN STARR COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3389030 The Monterrey Ranch is about one hour southwest of Hebbronville off of FM 2686 and three miles down an easement road, making it secluded and private.

The ranch has been in the same family for over 60 years, primarily for cattle and hunting, and is 100 percent high-fenced with about eight separate lowfenced pastures within. There are two ponds on the property, one being 18 feet deep, and three water wells that average about 900 feet in depth. Other improvements include a good set of cattle-working pens and an old camp with three trailer houses. Several strips have also been cut on the ranch, making it ideal for quail hunting and providing great buffel grass for the cattle.

Red Sky Ranch 97± ACRES IN TRAVIS COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3873054 The Red Sky Ranch is approximately 97 wildlife exempt acres fronting on the west end of Lake Travis with over 1,500 feet of your own private lake frontage and end-of-the-road privacy. This ranch sits directly in the bend of the lake providing incredible views towards Austin and Marble Falls. Across from the ranch is the Muleshoe Bend Park which ensures that you will always be looking at a pristine park landscape. Improvements include a 3,000± squarefoot home with four bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths, a storage shed, a paved walkway to the lake alongside a cascading waterfall and a covered two-stall boat dock with electricity and storage. The ranch is only about eight miles west of Lago Vista off of RM 1431, fronting on Muleshoe Bend Trail.

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BARREL & INDIAN CREEK RANCH 32,041.57± ACRES IN BRISCOE COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 4287008 • $24,031,177 Positioned along the Palo Duro Canyon escarpment approximately 65 miles southeast of Amarillo, the Barrel and Indian Creek Ranch contains over 50 square miles of the most scenic and dramatic areas found in the Texas Panhandle. Overwhelming panoramic views showcase the canyon and winding creek bottoms that drain to the Red River.

CHRISTIE RANCH 12,160± ACRES IN ROBERTS COUNTY • $16,500,000 Truly represents the “best of the best” in Eastern Texas Panhandle Ranches. Rolling and sloping open prairie lands that descend to fertile creek bottoms. Offered with full water rights and wind generation royalty rights, and an amazing one-half of the minerals will convey.

WILD CARD RANCH 5,795.8± ACRES IN DONLEY COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 4417455 • $7,505,561 This scenic ranch’s terrain varies from gently rolling uplands to scenic canyons and productive live water creek bottoms. Water sources include McCullum Creek, a spring-fed fishing pond and water wells.

Turkey, quail, dove and a 50/50 mix of mule and whitetail deer.

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REDING RANCH 623.21± ACRES IN DENTON COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 3591003 • $5,608,890 This extremely well-located property is located on the northern outskirts of Denton, Texas. The Reding Ranch is approximately 50 miles north of the Dallas Central Business District. The property has desirable highway frontage and is located in an area where considerable development is occurring.

CLAYTON RANCH 517± ACRES IN PARKER COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 3900959 • $3,877,500 Extremely well located north of Weatherford, Texas, and approximately 30 miles west of Fort Worth. The property has paved highway frontage, and considerable rural acreage development is occurring around the ranch. The centerpiece of the property is a pristine 15-acre spring-fed fishing lake, with the balance being a mix of heavily-wooded areas and open coastal fields. The ranch is improved with two homes.

D&D WHITETAILS RANCH 4,851.03± ACRES IN STONEWALL COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 3980561 • $7,033,993 This outstanding commercial, high-fenced, whitetail hunting ranch offers some of the best hunting opportunities to be found in the Texas Rolling Plains. The terrain varies from upland mesas with rocky side slopes to lower, fairly level as well as rolling country. There are 12 established food plots and a 100-acre field. The property is stocked with some of the best deer available from the 10X Buck Ranch.

BARR RANCH 2,137± ACRES IN KING COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 4222814 • $2,126,315 This recreational hunting/cattle ranch is located approximately 15 miles northwest of Knox City, Texas. The property features an attractive, well-maintained owner’s home, bunk house and shop building. The topography varies from rolling to rough and broken, with scenic creek bottoms and elevated ridges. The ranch is a combination of mesquite and cedar country with excellent protection for wildlife. Hunting is rated excellent, with dove, quail, turkey, hogs and whitetail deer.

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Jim & Byron Snyder Family Ranches It is seldom that opportunities such as this arise. Snyder Family Ranches offer a great location, scenery and good cover and vegetation for wildlife and cattle.

Amenities such as the city waterline and electricity make the ranches even more desirable. Long-term ownership, quality ranches like this, with miles of live water, well-maintained improvements and substantial minerals included, are hard to find, so this offering deserves your attention.

Headquarters 3,805± ACRES IN CALLAHAN COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 4016422 • $10,654,000

Seales Pasture 1,143± ACRES IN CALLAHAN COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 4018672 • $2,800,350

Harris Pasture 1,331± ACRES IN CALLAHAN COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 4020554 • $2,595,450

Cutbirth Pasture 1,270.49± ACRES IN CALLAHAN COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 4165770 • $2,350,406

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Repass Ranch

$2,188,900 826± ACRES STEPHENS COUNTY

This managed ranch contains the ideal edge and cover for wildlife, while also supplying ample grass for livestock. This acreage provides sufficient surface water with over a mile of Cedar Creek containing deep pockets of water as well as two five-acre lakes and three ponds. A ridge running through the middle of the property creates the 150± feet of elevation changes and splits the diversity of the ranch. Repass Ranch has been in the same family since the 1880s, and this family has preserved the land’s quality over the years. Contact Boone Campbell, 940.282.5500. Property ID: 4319437

Harpersville Ranch $1,346,250 750± ACRES STEPHENS COUNTY

Harpersville Ranch is land designed for deer, duck and dove hunting.

The eight-acre Duck Lake contains a deep hole on one end and four to five acres of shallow waters to attract bait fish and ducks on the other. This ranch offers 10 ponds of various sizes including some with long winding draws that create abundant waterfowl habitat.

Harpersville Ranch has four small, fenced food plots and two 65± acre fields providing ample sunflowers for dove hunting and grass for cattle.

Contact Boone Campbell, 940.282.5500. Property ID: 3312506

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Tharp Ranch

$1,018,800 566± ACRES THROCKMORTON COUNTY

Productive hunting and ranching land with large neighbors. The mature vegetation provides excellent bedding ground and habitat for wildlife.

The cultivated fields on the southern half of the ranch offer an area for sunflowers, dove hunts and wheat production. Predominately consists of mesquite trees with lotebush and catclaw providing excellent loafing cover for the abundant quail. The native grasses offer preferred seeds and nesting habitat, as well as high-quality grazing for cattle.

Contact Boone Campbell, 940.282.5500. Property ID: 3453457

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Creekside Ranch

$677,250 315± ACRES THROCKMORTON COUNTY

Uniquely diverse terrain with hills, draws, creeks, food plots and excellent tree coverage for the area’s legendary whitetail population.

The native grasses are full of signs of an active quail population. The old fields with food plots are surrounded by woods and two creeks, with a wet-weather creek running along the east side and the North Elm Creek on the south. Creekside Ranch is a beautiful, turnkey hunting property with large neighbors and abundant wildlife. Contact Travis Patterson, 254.246.5266. Property ID: 4323995

Quail Draw Ranch

$542,400 320± ACRES THROCKMORTON COUNTY

Quail Draw contains 130 acres of large, mature mesquites along the southwest with the remaining acreage being open with native grasses.

The fallow fields provide good cover and nesting habitat for quail as well as excellent grazing for cattle. This property comes with incomeproducing potential and has outstanding hunting opportunities.

Contact Travis Patterson, 254.246.5266. Property ID: 3715192

Lakeview Land

$584,380 244± ACRES STEPHENS COUNTY

Lakeview Land is impressive land with gorgeous vistas of the west side of Possum Kingdom Lake. This wooded property has stunning views in all directions and offers ideal build sites with meters in place and paved frontage less than a mile from the lake.

Contact Heath Kramer, 940.456.0575. Property ID: 2998659

Rafter D Ranch

$819,000 252± ACRES YOUNG COUNTY

This ranch consists of wooded acreage with minerals and deep Texas history. The diverse topography creates great views while producing a wide variety of trees and cover along the creeks and draws. The fertile soil provides grass pastures enriched with small ponds scattered throughout the ranch. The west boundary of the property has a marker for the northwest corner of the Texas Lower Indian Reservation. This investment is an opportunity to own a unique piece of Texas history.

Contact Boone Campbell, 940.282.5500. Property ID: 2229759

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Twin Lakes Ranch

24± ACRES IN WALLER COUNTY

115.34± ACRES IN GRIMES COUNTY

This Louisiana-style 6,139-square-foot Antebellum home, pool house, guest casita, barn with living quarters, pool and tennis courts are nestled among massive live oaks and lush landscaping. It embraces the French architectural style of the early plantation homes of the South. Massive columns, porches up and down with french doors from all rooms.

Ag. exempt and has fenced pastures. Perfect for polo!

Gorgeous turnkey property that offers fantastic views along with a comfortable cottage, a barn with stalls, a large open-air equipment barn, three water wells, two lakes, wet-weather creeks, great mix of open and rolling areas and woods. Home to an abundance of wildlife.

Additional building sites abound on this property. Property is perimeter fenced and cross fenced and ag. exempt. Partial mineral conveyance.

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Boggy Creek

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58± ACRES IN WASHINGTON COUNTY Beautiful rolling property near Bellville in the Bleiblerville area is a blank canvas affording a building site with amazing distant views or other sites for privacy. Great property for cattle grazing and/or hay production.

Wildlife is abundant here. The sparkling pond has rendered many a catfish in the day. Pastures gently roll down toward the creek at the back boundary. Ag. exempt.

Breathtaking 58.06-acre tract in Brenham (offering as 58, 30 or 28 acres) with distant views. Guest cottage is 700± square feet with a loft, laundry room, covered patio and RV awning that overlooks two stocked lakes. Additional pond, entrance lined with olive trees, three deep water wells, well houses and separate underground electric to all meters.

Solar system of 19,600-watt DC ground mount electrical system, two underground propane tanks, covered working pens, electric entry gate and perimeter hog wire fencing. Ag. exempt. Seller will divide.

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47.7± ACRES IN AUSTIN COUNTY

Sandy Hill Farm

45± ACRES IN WASHINGTON COUNTY

Motivated sellers! Country property in Sandy Hill Area-Brenham! Looking for a ranchette with convenient access to Houston? This is a great place for a weekend getaway or permanent living. Located in Washington County, minutes from Brenham. 45+ acres, rolling hills and beautiful views await!

Perfect for the weekend rancher, cattle grazing, horses or the novice farmer. Has a four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath home, two-bedroom, two-bath guest house, 60’x40’ barn with concrete flooring, three roll up doors and overhang, small pole barn and pond. Sellers will divide!

PROPERTY ID: 2722831

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THE CLINE RANCH

The beautiful Cline Ranch has been in the same family for over 30 years. Conveniently located only 15 miles west of the city of Uvalde, with almost two miles of HWY 90 frontage, it boasts great access for its seclusion. A well-maintained stucco homestead and large barn are accompanied by an extensive water system serviced by a recently-replaced well. The sprawling property is teeming with abundant wildlife and rich with native vegetation including large oaks, persimmon, guajillo and mesquite. The Cline enjoys varied improvements including a great road system for ease of navigation and newly-updated cross fencing. $1,700,000

671 Acres in Uvalde County Property ID: 3980979

LA PRYOR FARM

494 Acres in Uvalde County The La Pryor Farm is a highly productive farm Property ID: 3980400 located in the desirable Wintergarden Area. The farm has two pivots, covering 80.5 acres and 120 acres, respectively. There is a 10,000-square-foot barn and a small manager’s home, plus an additional office/barn. The farm is currently in vegetable production, cucumbers, onions and cabbage.

Cotton, corn and other grains are also grown. Three irrigation wells total.

Two larger wells produce between 500–600 GPM each, a third smaller well produces 150–200 GPM and is set to supplement both pivots. There is a domestic well at the barn to serve the barn and home. $2,500,000

BIG OAK RANCH

The beautiful Big Oak Ranch is conveniently located only 15 miles west of the city of Uvalde, boasting great access for its very private location. The well-maintained home features stained concrete floors throughout and warm pine-paneled ceilings. The manicured grounds contain a barn and corn silo, and are surrounded by low-fenced neighbors.

The sprawling property teems with abundant wildlife and native vegetation including large oaks, persimmon, guajillo and mesquite.

Big Oak enjoys varied improvements including a great road system for ease of navigation, perimeter fencing and great water infrastructure. $570,500

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LIGHTNING BUG SPRINGS

15 Acres in Uvalde County • Property ID: 4258806

Surround yourself with the wild beauty of the Texas Hill Country at Lightning Bug Springs. Enjoy your own Frio Canyon paradise with end of the road privacy on a 15-acre ranch complete with the relaxing sights and sounds of 600 feet of crystal-clear Dry Frio River private frontage. Varied terrain from riverbed to towering bluffs and everything in between is an ideal location for birding. Far enough from the noise and traffic of the main river to experience a peaceful retreat, but just minutes from Concan’s quaint restaurants, quirky shops and myriad of recreational opportunities. The property has been run as a private campground, providing a perfect spot for small to medium sized gatherings. With all it has to offer, whether run commercially as a turn-key resort or kept for private enjoyment, Lightning Bug Springs is the type of retreat that creates family traditions. $950,000 LEGENDARY 8 3 0 - 7 7 6 - 3 6 0 5 • W W W . F O S T E R F A R M A N D R A NLAND.COM C H .• C O M LIVING

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Liveoak Creek Ranch 83± ACRES IN GILLESPIE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3370503 Located one-and-a-half miles from the city with over 2,100 feet of Liveoak Creek. Good productive fields, large oak trees, views of the surrounding hills and a remodeled farmhouse, all located one mile from the Gillespie County Airport. Good deer, turkey and axis hunting. PRICE REDUCED!

Live Water Ranch 130± ACRES IN GILLESPIE COUNTY This ranch offers crystal-clear water cascading over limestone rock. Treed throughout, consisting of live oak, cedar, sycamore and Spanish oak. Ag. exempt with very nice views. Located off IH 10, 15 miles to Kerrville.

Harper Hunting Ranch 130± ACRES IN KERR COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3765444 A wonderful secluded ranch with a nice home, insulated shop building, pond with large catfish, great deer, turkey, axis and blackbuck antelope hunting.

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River Bend Ranch 18.66± ACRES IN GILLESPIE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3681979 18.66-acre tract in a gated subdivision, beautiful large post oak treed building site with a pasture area with improved grasses, sandy loam soil, good for grapes or fruit trees. Very strong well water area, located two miles off Highway 290 in the wine country.

Enchanted View Ranch 213± ACRES IN GILLESPIE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3754784 A very scenic ranch with a view of Enchanted Rock, a hilltop home, two water wells, two ponds, productive grass fields and very wooded hills. Great hunting for deer, turkey, dove and hogs.

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THE DOS HERMANOS RANCH One of the finest turnkey hunting and recreational ranches on the market in Texas today. It presents a very unique opportunity to own a property that has world-class whitetail deer hunting and some of the best wing shooting in Texas. Call Anthony Simpson, (210) 854-6365.

4,250± ACRES IN TOM GREEN COUNTY

Property ID: 3837766

DESPACIO RANCH This horse and sportsman’s paradise is beautifully situated on a flat-topped hill with stunning views of the surrounding valleys. It is completely high fenced and full of axis and trophy whitetail deer. Electric gate and paved road to the house. Call Anthony Simpson, (210) 854-6365.

80± ACRES IN KENDALL COUNTY

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RANCHO DE PEZ Y CAZA

This turnkey high-fenced hunting ranch is located in the central

Rancho de Pez y Caza is prime South Texas brush country

part of Zavala County in highly-sought-after red sandy loam

located just minutes away from Freer, Texas, in the heart of Muy

country. The ranch is turnkey with nice improvements. Blinds,

Grande country. This property consists of nine tracts out of the

feeders and equipment will convey. Excellent brushy terrain

Rosita Ranch Subdivision that have been consolidated under

with big bull mesquite provides quality habitat for the abundant

one five-mile perimeter. High-fenced with improved South Texas

wildlife. Call Anthony Simpson, (210) 854-6365.

genetics. Call Ryan Cummings, (361) 296-4749.

1,654± ACRES IN ZAVALA COUNTY

649± ACRES IN DUVAL COUNTY

Property ID: 3757668

Property ID: 4283583

LA JARA RANCH ATASCOSA RIVER RANCH

Prime Rio Grande Valley nilgai and quail country! This is a low-

This ranch has beautiful scenery, from the many oak-covered

National Wildlife Refuge on the north and south ends of the

rolling hills to the large oak tree-covered river valley. Wild game

property. This property is turnkey and ready to go. Call Ryan

is abundant, and San Antonio is only 30 minutes away. Nothing

Cummings, (361) 296-4749.

to do here but enjoy! Call Rick Slaughter, (210) 389-4954.

1,143± ACRES IN ATASCOSA COUNTY

Property ID: 3993463

fenced ranch with large neighbors like the King Ranch and a

870± ACRES IN WILLACY & HIDALGO COUNTIES

Property ID: 3806915

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Artificial Cover for Bats, Birds & Bass WRITTEN BY GREG SIMONS, WILDLIFE CONSULTANTS

Food, cover, water, and space. Sound familiar? Indeed, those are the basic habitat components that are central to the health all wildlife species. Though perhaps not as sexy as food or water, cover requirements for wildlife are often the weak links in the habitat equation for various wildlife. The two general functions of cover are to provide protection from predators and other animals that potentially pose harm to individuals, as well as to provide protection against climatic pressures. From an ecological standpoint, wildlife cover can be broken into several categories that serve specific needs, such as loafing, nesting, brooding, escape, roosting, and thermal regulation. When certain cover components are lacking, the habitability for a particular wildlife species is diminished, thus compromising the existence of localized populations of that wildlife species.

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Artificial nest boxes are great management tools for a variety of cavity nesting birds in Texas, including wood ducks, which are a species of wildlife that’s an American conservation success story.

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As wildlife stewards,

one of our first orders of business should be understanding some of the basic principles of habitat management, and to know how to manage and manipulate resource components to ensure adequate habitability for species of interest. One of the fun parts of managing wildlife is using creativity to overcome habitat shortfalls. When these habitat shortfalls can be mitigated without a lot of time and financial investment, then these wildlife management successes can serve as silver bullets that incentivize us to become even more deeply committed to managing these wildlife resources. And though we may not be able to fool Mother Nature, we can often help her out through man-made products. Here are a few examples of artificial cover strategies that can be applied in any region of the state with minimal or modest effort.

Bats

No, not all bats are blood-sucking vampire bats. In fact, the earth would be a very different and poorer place without bats. The world is home to some 1300 species of these flying mammals, with over 30 species that have been documented in Texas. The ecological roles that bats play in providing us with healthy natural ecosystems and how they contribute to human economies cannot be overstated. Certain species of bats consume untold tons of insects, including some types of insects that are damaging to agricultural crops, not to mention pesky mosquitoes and gnats. Other species of bats serve as important plant pollinators, including some in desert regions which serve as critical links in pollinating various agaves and cacti. Finally, fruit-eating bats are integral to seed dispersal in certain regions.

around rivers, ponds, and flooded areas. Few people realize how many species of birds generally rely on cavities to build their nests and rear their young. Some of these Texas cavitynesting birds include Carolina chickadee, Carolina wren, Bewick’s wren, house wren, tufted titmouse, eastern bluebird, purple martin, starling, red-headed woodpecker, wood duck, and many others.

Like bat houses, bird boxes are readily available from many different outlets. Construction and installation of such structures can be a fun and rewarding experience and can make for excellent community programs, such as Eagle Scout projects. Strategies for proper construction, placement, varmint-proofing, and maintenance are all available by conducting online searches.

Bass

Structural features in ponds provide places for fish to hide from predators, nesting and spawning cover, shade from the sun, while also providing places for food organisms that feed fish to live and grow. These structural features may come in the form of aquatic plants, bank and soil surface areas, as well as other physical features including logs, docks, and rocks. While ponds are under construction, and even after ponds are full of water, a common pond management strategy is provision of artificial cover. These artificial cover sources can come in an assortment of products including oak pallets, concrete cinder blocks, pipes that are bundled together, and even old cars. Old tires are commonly used in private waters but seem to be a bit controversial regarding potential environmental impacts. A natural product that is often used is brush piles or even Christmas trees that are secured at their base with concrete blocks.

Due to diseases and habitat impacts, many species of bats are on the decline in various regions. Bat houses have become a popular and inexpensive option for people who are looking for ways to manage for wildlife diversity and Discarded Christmas trees are commonly used to provide artificial fish one of the nice aspects of helping bats is that you do structure in ponds. Cement blocks can be used to help anchor them. not have to have a large ranch to make a difference.

Artificial bat houses, or what some refer to as bat boxes, are inexpensive and readily available through many different companies that can be found online.

These artificial structures are simple in design, are not generally visually obtrusive, and provide various species of bats a needed place to roost, while also allowing females a place to rear their young pups.

Birds

Often simply referred to as bluebird houses, bird boxes have long been a tool used for people to attract local wildlife for their own viewing pleasure.

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Make sure that these artificial cover structures are located away from swimming areas and are deep enough to avoid boat collisions. Position them in areas of the pond that do not already have existing cover, and position in areas where anglers can cast to these spots to access these locations where fish are often concentrated. Further, it’s good to place these structures at different depths with reasonable spatial distribution to appeal to different species of fish of different sizes.

Make sure that these products do not contain any toxicants which may be harmful to the pond environment, including certain treated wood products.

1-d-1 Wildlife Valuation

Texas private landowners have an option to consider wildlife management, as opposed to traditional ag practices, to possibly qualify for their 1-d-1 open space valuation when paying their annual ad valorem taxes. Of the seven wildlife management practices that are recognized by the appraisal districts, the landowner must satisfy a minimum of three of these required practices; provision of artificial wildlife cover is one of the seven practices. Thus, landowners who provide these artificial habitat cover components are not simply benefiting wildlife, but they may also be putting themselves in a position to benefit in tax savings. °

For assistance with your wildlife management or commercial hunting needs, contact the private firm of Wildlife Consultants, LLC at (325) 655-0877, owned by veteran wildlife biologists, Greg Simons and Ruben Cantu.

Bats play a huge role in the ecological health of our ecosystems through pollination, insect control, and seed dispersal. Due to impacts from disease and critical habitat loss, bats need our help more today than ever before.

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Bat houses are inexpensive tools that may help provide bats with important roosting cover, as well as places for females to rear their young.

Our Philosophy

Greg Simons Wildlife Biologist Wildlife@WildlifeSystems.com

The health of habitat and wildlife is related directly to the committed stewardship of private landowners and land managers. As wildlife biologists, we understand that it’s our job to help landowners and land managers achieve their goals, which in turn helps keep open space land sustainably productive and ecologically functional, benefiting us all.

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Located on FM 2147 just west of Marble Falls and adjacent to Horseshoe Bay, this beautiful ranch is in one of the most desirable areas in all of the Hill Country. A Fredericksburg-style rock home built in the 1800s, entirely highfenced, fantastic Lake LBJ views, yearround springs and a variety of mature trees add to the beauty and charm of this ranch.

414± Acres in Burnet County

Krumm Ranch This nice property is located south of Bertram within the gates of Greystone Ranch and The Ranches at Canyon Creek, creating a secured location.

The original ranch house is on the property and in the process of being restored; when finished, this would be a nice place for a weekend getaway.

This ranch has lots of topography and long-distance views. $660,000

The Ranch at Canyon Creek

88± Acres in Burnet County Property ID: 3604809

One of the best live water properties in the Hill Country, highlighted by 3,150± feet of frontage on the pristine Pedernales River. Easily accessible by foot, the river is wide with a rock bottom and shallow shoals. There are several larger holes hosting perch, bass and catfish. About 100 yards from the riverbank is a natural spring that generates on the property. Gigantic oak and cypress trees thrive on this abundant source of water. There is excellent roll with a high point affording long distance views of the Pedernales River valley and beyond. Excellent roads throughout the property, and electricity has been extended close to the prime building location near the spring. Will divide.

132± Acres in Blanco County | Property ID: 4443464

Pedernales River Ranch

Chad Calhoun, Broker

chad@jimberryranchsales.com • (512) 756-9230 503 South Water, Burnet, Texas 78611

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Well-appointed custom home built in 2015 on 25 acres. Stone Ridge Mountain is a gated ranch development with paved ribbon-curbed streets; the taxes are kept at ag. values. This home has an openconcept, split-bedroom floor plan, a kitchen with hickory cabinets, gas range and double oven (convection and conventional), vaulted ceilings, granite countertops throughout the house and an extralarge covered patio with access from kitchen and bathrooms. There is native, drought-resistant landscaping, wide flagstone walkways and a fenced backyard. Private setting among the trophy live oak trees. The ultimate in peaceful country living—white tail deer and turkey come to the stock tank for water. Quick access to Highway 281. $709,900

25± Acres in Blanco County | Property ID: 3866566

Stone Ridge Mountain Nestled in the hills with views of Lake LBJ and the city lights of Marble Falls, this French Country farmhouse offers a total of 5,262 square feet of living area in three beautiful buildings: main house, guesthouse and detached office (man cave) garage. So many possibilities: two-bedroom main home could be your year-round home or a vacation home, and the guest house could be a great bed and breakfast. The entire estate is a fun place for friends and family but also a private retreat to get away and relax. Corporate retreat?

Move-in ready, includes most furnishings and equipment. $1,590,000

Hill Country French Villa

30± Acres in Burnet County | Property ID: 3049581

Beautiful stretch of the Russell Fork on the San Gabriel river—both sides of the river for a total of over one-half mile! Drive across the river to hilltop views and a spring-fed creek.

Massive live oaks, grafted pecan trees, deer and turkey. Lots of history in this family farm with a house overlooking a pecan bottom in the bend of the river, grain silos, barns and antique equipment. $899,000

125± Acres in Burnet County Property ID: 3770484

San Gabriel River With 1,900± feet of river frontage, this tract has an incredible ratio of waterfront footage per acre. The river is easily accessible by foot with the upper portion being a narrow chute with fast moving white water—perfect for tubing or kayaking. To have such widely varied characteristics along one section of river establishes this as one of the more unique live water properties in the region. There is also 1,000± feet of a seasonal creek running just inside the south boundary.

Accessible though a gated entry on paved road with excellent gravel roads. 10 minutes west of Johnson City, 45 miles to Austin and 65 miles to San Antonio. Additional acreage available. $600,000

Pedernales River Tract

30± Acres in Blanco County | Property ID: 4443540

Britsch Ranch

70± ACRES IN MEDINA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 4305716

Close to San Antonio, this exceptional home is just four miles from Hondo on Highway 173. The property is comprised of 70 acres, including native brush and improved pasture. The grand, custom, rock and stucco home has four bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths, a gourmet kitchen and high-end amenities. The home is nestled among century-old oak trees and surrounded by a large patio and a fabulous custom pool that has a luxurious hot tub—a delight for both adults and children. This unique home is perfect for entertaining a large crowd, friends or family. A must-see!

LivingWater Ranch

1,380± ACRES IN MEDINA COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3572061

Working and recreational ranch ideally located in the Texas Hill Country. This picturesque ranch consists of fertile pastures, creek bottoms and rolling hills with gorgeous vistas. The entire ranch has been extensively cleared of cedar for many decades and is covered with an abundance of live oaks and native brush. The pastures are fenced and cross-fenced and currently are used to stock horses and cattle. Four water wells and corresponding troughs have been strategically placed throughout the ranch. Twin Hollow Creek and its tributaries run in wet weather and traverse the ranch, giving excellent habitat for wildlife. This diverse property has been in the same family for three generations.

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Quail Ridge Farms 100± ACRES IN MEDINA COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 3548540

Hancock Ranch 376± ACRES IN MEDINA COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 3281393

Nestled on a hilltop merely an hour from downtown San Antonio, Quail Ridge Farms is a luxury cattle, equestrian or deer estate with irrigated pastures and spectacular views. Meticulously constructed, is a custom-built limestone home. Other amenities located on the property include a perimeter high fence with a gorgeous main entrance, two center pivot systems, earthen pond and an 80’x80’ steel barn.

This ranch has a good blend of fertile soils, rocky cliffs and creek bottoms.

The vegetation is typical for the area with live oaks, elms, mountain laurels and cedar and other native brush and grasses. A few select areas have been cleared and used for food plots. An Edwards Aquifer water well provides water to the house, barn and water troughs. Martin Creek traverses through portions of the ranch allowing for great wildlife habitat.

Lazy R Ranch

Rio Medina Farm

283± ACRES IN MEDINA COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2266738

At the entrance is a paved driveway leading up to a bluff where the custom rock home is situated. The entire back of the house is wrapped in porches that overlook some of the most beautiful scenery Texas has to offer. There is also a large metal barn/workshop. The terrain varies from high elevations with a couple of ridge views to low valleys. The majority of the land is covered with live oaks, cedar and additional native hardwoods and plants.

274± ACRES IN MEDINA COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 4304016

This farm is only 30 minutes west of downtown San Antonio. You’ll experience excellent irrigated soil to raise crops and turf grass, rolling hills covered in irrigated coastal that is currently producing hay and flat fertile irrigated soil perfect for optimal growth of crops. The far east side of the farm has beautiful views of rolling hills, native brush and large live oak trees which would make a great place to build a house.

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DREW COLVIN, GENERAL PARTNER

MIKE BACON, GENERAL PARTNER

DREW@TXRANCHBROKERS.COM | (512) 755-2078

MIKE@TXRANCHBROKERS.COM | (512) 940-8800

PO BOX 1338, BURNET, TEXAS 78611

PO BOX 201330, AUSTIN, TEXAS 78720

L A K E T R AV IS R A NCH From breathtaking views to Lake Travis shoreline frontage, this property has it all. Great development potential or kept intact, the ranch exhibits the upmost of a Highland Lakes/Hill Country perfect spot. This unique property is sprinkled with three small lakes/tanks, grandiose views and a great location. It is one of the largest properties for sale in the area with 1,900 feet of Lake Travis frontage and access.

809± ACRES IN BURNET COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 4400979

A R ROW H E A D R A NCH Elevation changes and big views. Large fishing ponds, intermittent creek, high-fenced, game-managed, great hunting and a river bottom full of arrowheads and artifacts. Four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home, four-bedroom, three-bath log home, air conditioned barn/shop, five wells and more. Minerals convey.

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The varied terrain of this outstanding Hill Country ranch gives the feel of a much larger property. The higher elevations offer sweeping views of the countryside, and there is productive bottomland along the Lampasas River. Heavy tree cover provides habitat to various game animals, and the angler will enjoy fishing in the river.

Improvements include a very nice three-bedroom, one-bath house.

The perfect legacy ranch—Exceptionally scenic and well-suited for family gatherings, entertaining, hunting, horses and livestock.

There is a beautiful rock home with a huge deck and covered porch, a guest house, a barn and pipe working pens. A creek meanders through the ranch, and there are two large ponds stocked with fish.

The land is gently rolling, and mostly cleared of cedar, leaving a variety of hardwoods. Excellent hunting.

693± ACRES IN BURNET COUNTY

248.93± ACRES IN BURNET COUNTY

PROPERTY ID: 2614358

PROPERTY ID: 1762622

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Gorgeous live water ranch. Much of the cedar has been cleared, leaving oak, elm and pecan trees. There is approximately 100 acres of improved pasture and varied terrain with big-time views.

Clear, flowing Coryell Creek winds through the ranch, and there is a beautiful large lake stocked with bass and a pond on the hill.

Remodeled two-bedroom, one-bath home.

This boutique ranch is a real Highland Lakes/Hill Country gem of a place. It boasts of approximately 4,000 feet of spring-fed Peters Creek. There are approximately 150+ mature, producing pecan trees, mesquite and heavy brush. This ranch is special indeed with beautiful home, creek, pecan orchard and wildlife habitat.

486± ACRES IN CORYELL COUNTY

95± ACRES IN BURNET COUNTY

PROPERTY ID: 3084984

PROPERTY ID: 3906905

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MEDIO CREEK R A NCH 2,278± ACRES IN BEE COUNT Y

BEAR CREEK R A NCH

This property is one of the most scenic ranches we have ever seen with

727± ACRES IN KIMBLE COUNT Y

a lot of unique character. The ranch has hundreds of big live oaks, elms and fabulous South Texas brush. The ranch is gently rolling with lots of heavy cover which gives you a feel of a place that is twice the size. This ranch is extremely well watered and has great improvements maintained in excellent condition. Medio Creek passes through the middle of the ranch for several miles providing an abundance of year-round water. The ranch is offered as a turnkey package with improvements, furnishings, blinds, feeders and good mineral to allow the new owner great surface protection. Property ID: 4307189

Live water Bear Creek Ranch features 727 low-fenced acres in Kimble County. Crystal-clear Bear Creek flows through the southwest corner with one-and-a-half miles of paved road frontage and only 15 minutes to Junction, Texas. Property is cross fenced with great native grass for cattle. Extensive cedar removal allows large oaks to flourish throughout the property. There is a 2,600± square foot barndominium which provides living area as well as equipment storage in a dry, climatecontrolled environment. There is also one well on the property along with pump from Bear Creek. $1,891,240. Property ID: 3718400

MEDINA COUNTY CASTROVILLE R A NCH 352.32± ACRES IN MEDINA COUNT Y

LXBIV HUNTING R A NCH 1,493± ACRES IN EDWARDS COUNT Y This is a turnkey, ready-to-go ranch! Just move in and take over—all of the major improvements have been done. This ranch is set up to be a great hunting operation for company fringe-benefit hunts or for an outfitter looking to start a new business. Ray Hanselman, agent. $2,799,375. Property ID: 2043863

Only 20 minutes from the San Antonio City limits southwest of Castroville. This property would make an excellent hunting retreat with great deer habitat and excellent area for dove/white-wing hunting. Two nice ponds on San Francisco Creek, huge hardwoods all over the ranch, nice elevation changes, hills with views and good fertile bottoms in the valleys. Owner believes he owns 100 percent of minerals and will convey all he owns! Solar water well and electricity nearby. Very rare! $1,391,664. Property ID: 4400960

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INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY OASIS 55± ACRES IN MATAGORDA COUNT Y

ROCKING A R A NCH 1,040± ACRES IN KINNE Y COUNT Y A superb hunting ranch with a little extra. A mixture of South Texas brush along with elevation changes create magnificent views in the diverse Anacacho Mountains. The finely manicured hunting stations strategically dispersed throughout the ranch provide forage to attract abundant wildlife for your outdoor adventures. The Rocking A is an active participant in the Anacacho Wind Farm with four turbines producing income. The seller is generously conveying 25 percent of the royalties and wind rights. $1,976,000. Property ID: 3561830

EDWARDS COUNTY HIGH-FENCED HUNTING R A NCH 1,231± ACRES IN EDWARDS COUNT Y This 1,231.64-acre high-fenced hunting ranch offers end-of-the-road seclusion amidst Hill Country beauty. Cliffs, oak trees, dry creek bed, three submersible wells, a pond and an old set of pens all meander throughout the scenic road system. Whitetail deer, turkey, axis, bobcats, hogs and dove provide plenty of hunting opportunities throughout the year. Situated in the rolling hills at the end of the road off Highway 41. $1,899,500. Property ID: 2870486

Located on the Intracoastal Waterway five miles east of Matagorda, this 55.1-acre tract with 1,468 feet of waterfront is within sight of the land cut into East Matagorda Bay, providing easy access in some of the Texas coast’s premier bay fishing. A short boat ride through the Matagorda jetties to the Gulf of Mexico offers excellent offshore fishing. If you have ever dreamed of building your own secluded waterfront paradise and want to get away from the overcrowding that has become prevalent along the Texas coast, this is the spot.

Imagine your compound with enough room for an airstrip, where you can spend time with family and friends, entertain business associates or just relax while watching sea birds at sunset. Owner financing available. $1,500,000. Property ID: 1095074

THE LUCKY PENN Y 533± ACRES IN BELL COUNT Y Pick up the “Lucky Penny” and look out from the headquarters situated atop the highest point, and you can see forever. This ranch is for the owner searching for an assortment of ranch activities. For the ranch owner wanting to run cattle, ride horses, rope in a lighted arena, fish in an eight+ acre spring-fed, stocked lake, hunt native and exotic game, search for arrowheads along the one-and-a-half miles of Clear Creek or just relax while entertaining friends and clients—this high-fenced ranch has it all. The Lucky Penny is a rancher’s paradise and is heads up and waiting. $4,750,000. Property ID: 3561091

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PSALMS XXIII RANCH 2,434± Acres in Edwards County • Listed at $1,650 per acre • Property ID: 3222563 The Psalms XXIII Ranch is some of the most beautiful land in the Texas Hill Country. Located about 16 miles southwest of Rocksprings with about two miles of 674 highway frontage. When one walks to the edge of the rock patio, the view is a visualization of the most quoted chapter of the Bible. Two miles of the west fork of the Nueces River provide the still waters, the green pastures bring restoration to the soul and the valleys tie the stunning hills together. The birds and wildlife are abundant. There is nothing to fear as one looks up on a clear night into the magnificent heavens. The three-bedroom, two-and-a-half bath ranch home is professionally decorated with lavatories from the historic Shamrock Hotel. A rock home, cabins and new metal barn with a gym provide ample space for large family gatherings or a cooperate retreat. Edwards County Airport is nearby. South Texas whitetail genetic have been released on the ranch. There is an abundance of wild game including, whitetail, axis, aoudad, blackbuck antelope, Rio Grande turkey, birds and wild hogs. The ranch sells turnkey with furnishings in each home, cabins, 12 deer blinds and 12 deer feeders. Ag. valuation.

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TRES VISTAS RANCH

200± Acres in Real County • Listed at $2,500,000 • Property ID: 3630476 Tres Vistas Ranch is located minutes to two crystal-clear rivers, the Frio River and the Nueces River, which are great tubing, boating, swimming and fishing opportunities. The unique three-bedroom, three-bath, custom-built, Spanish-style home was built by a home builder as his retirement home and is and one of the most stylish homes in the Texas Hill Country. The home sits high up on the edge of a limestone cliff with fantastic views of the magnificent Nueces Canyon countryside. The back porch with outdoor kitchen offers a magnificent view of western Real County and southwest Edwards County. Other amenities include a deck with a hot tub, a two-car carport and a cedar log two-bedroom, twobath guest home. Whitetail deer, aoudad, axis deer and song birds make their home on this unique Hill Country ranch. The owner will divide the ranch into two separate ranches.

Tres Vistas is an ideal retirement place or family retreat. It is a short drive to Concan. The ranch sells turnkey with home furnishings.

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WELDON FAMILY RANCH

322± Acres in Edwards County • Listed at $3,100 per acre Property ID: 4417500

1,478± Acres in Edwards County • Property ID: 3714593

Conveniently located on the east side of state Highway 55. The Nueces River and Lake Nueces is about a 15 minute drive south .The crystal-clear cool water is a good place for swimming, fishing or tubing. Wildlife species which frequent the ranch include whitetail deer, axis deer, sika deer, aoudad, Rio Grande turkey and wild hogs. The terrain is a combination of scenic mountain country and wide broad flats covered with knee-high grass, live oak, kinnikinnick, mountain laurel, cedar and persimmon. The ranch is located along the Balconies Escarpment which formed the beautiful Nueces Canyon. From the mountain tops one can see 360-degree panoramic views of the beautiful Hill Country. A network of ranch roads provides access to the ranch.

The Weldon family has owned and operated the ranch as a livestock and hunting ranch for generations. The family has decided it is time to sell. This area of Edwards County is well known as good hunting country. Whitetail deer, axis deer, aoudad and an occasional elk and sika deer are found on the ranch. The terrain is rolling hills with wide flat land covered with live oak, pinion pine, elm and cedar trees.

Persimmon, mountain laurel and native grass species cover the landscape. The ranch is located in a quiet, peaceful area with very little traffic on CR 310. At night, the only visible light is stars and moonlight. A small two-room cabin and historic livestock pens are located at the headquarters. The owners will divide the ranch into two separate tracts: 692 acres and 783 acres.

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FLATTOP RANCH 4,300± Acres • King County • Property ID: 4240515

Y RIVER RANCH

LONE MOUNTAIN RANCH

3,000± Acres • Bowie County • Property ID: 3891350

1,728± Acres • Hamilton County • Property ID: 3305770

RUSTY ANTLER RANCH

LOMA LINDA RANCH

440± Acres • Bosque County • Property ID: 4464897

301± Acres • Erath County • Property ID: 3820700

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3P RANCH 778.96± Acres • Uvalde County • Property ID: 3157199

LAKE TAWAKONI RANCH

EQUESTRIAN ESTATE

793± Acres • Rains County • Property ID: 3901967

40± Acres • Ellis County

CROSS PINES RANCH

BOSQUE CANYON RANCH

5± Acres • Wood County • Property ID: 3624004

100± Acres • Bosque County • Property ID: 3633190

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Peaster ISD Less than an hour from DFW airport Abundant wildlife: deer, turkey and hog Over five-acre lake Multiple other ponds 3,900+ square-foot home In-ground swimming pool

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BOSQUE COUNTY ESTATE 445± ACRES IN BOSQUE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 3788648 A stunning estate offering an abundance of options from cattle, recreation, hunting or dude ranch to corporate retreat. Beautiful white pipe-fencing and over a mile of concrete drive lead up to the four-bedroom, four-bath, 4,854-square-foot main house with an outdoor living area surrounding the diving pool and pool house. There is an accommodating two-story guest house, exercise room and an 1800s log cabin. $2,800,000

BASTROP COUNTY TRACT 33± ACRES IN BASTROP COUNTY Come enjoy quiet country living under the trees. This stunning 33-acre tract has lots of potential, offering a variety of heavily wooded areas and clear grazing pastures with an abundance of future home sites amongst the 40+ foot post oak, elm and oak trees. With two power meters and a newer water well already on the property, this place is ready for your dreams. $385,000

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EQUESTRIAN ESTATE 51.91± ACRES IN COOKE COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 4429882 An equestrian’s dream come true, with every detail thought through to make dayto-day activities a breeze. Features include 42 stables broken up into three barns: a main barn with office, tack room and wash rack, a breeding barn with wash rack and office/vet room and a stable barn. The covered arena, outside round pen and lighted roping arena are all linked together with runs to easily transport livestock between them. There are multiple turnout traps of varying size with metal shade shelters. Pipe fencing with cable runs throughout the property. Owner’s private drive entrance has beautiful landscaping leading up to an upgraded 3,600-square-foot main house.

There is a well-placed side entrance for maintenance as well as three guest houses.

There are too many features to list—all sitting on 51 pristine acres. $1,560,000

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ROUND MOUNTAIN RANCH 1 ,9 6 0 Âą AC R E S B L A N CO CO U N T Y $18,620,000 PROPERTY ID: 3835310 228

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Historic ranch dating back to the 1860s that’s been under the same family ownership for over 150 years.

Views from the top of Round Mountain are so impressive, a town was given the name in the 1850s.

Lake LBJ can be seen along with miles of scenic views.

The ranch has pavement road frontage on FM 962 and lies between Highway 71, 281 and FM 962.

Excellent proximity to major cities with Austin, Texas, being within 45 miles and San Antonio being within 75 miles. Horseshoe Bay Resort, Baylor Scott and White Medical Center and Marble Falls are all within a few short miles. This ranch has both the perfect mixture of topography and habitat teaming with whitetail deer and turkey. Other birds and animals include dove, quail, hogs and the occasional exotics. The foliage includes oak, mesquite and cedar trees. Some selective clearing of cedar has been performed.

Slick Rock Creek runs through the property for approximately 2,000 feet. Two water wells with storage tanks are on the north side, and a half-acre tank is close to the south side. There is a large hunting cabin with plenty of room for a number of guests that includes all utilities and two fireplaces. Electricity runs to the cabin and through the north part of the ranch. Mineral ownership is believed to be 100 percent and is negotiable. It is under an agricultural exemption. RoundMountainRanch.org

This high-fenced ranch is set for the new owner to enjoy year-round hunting with big deer, exotics, turkey, dove, quail and ducks. Nestled along the Colorado River, the ranch’s amazing lodges, party pavilions and stocked fishing lake make it the perfect escape for every generation. All equipment included with the ranch.

There are two separate lodges on opposite ends of the ranch. A five-bedroom, two-bath, high-end lodge is perfect for entertaining. The game room hosts a pool table and bar while the living room has a fireplace and opens to the kitchen. An outdoor pavilion with a large built-in grill and a fireplace overlooks the Colorado River. A two-bedroom, two-bath cabin with a large antler chandelier has many upgrades and views of a pond. Both places are turnkey with all furniture and appliances. A large party pavilion with his/her bathrooms is located right off the Colorado River bank.

The ranch boasts 2.8 miles of Colorado River frontage, a five-acre stocked lake with center island positioned for duck hunting, six water wells, 135 acre-feet of Colorado River water rights and multiple dirt tanks. Mineral interest is near 50 percent.

This high-fenced ranch also contains a high cross fence to separate the deer from the exotics. The highly improved deer pasture proudly is home to quality deer, one of which scored over 230 Boone & Crockett last year. The exotic pasture has blackbuck and fallow deer. Dove, quail, turkey, ducks, bass and catfish complete the year-round outdoor experience.

Equipment includes two tractors with multiple implements, a 2013 F250 4x4 diesel with 47,000 miles, a Land Rover Discovery, a Polaris Ranger Crew, two walk-in coolers and hanging stations, mowers, trailers and tools. Also included are high-end deer stands and feeders, an aluminum boat and fuel storage.

COLORADO RIVER RANCH 1 , 0 9 1 ± AC R E S M I L L S CO U N T Y $5,000,000 PROPERTY ID: 4236855

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Lake LBJ Ranch 7 3 2 Âą AC R E S I N L L A N O C O U N T Y As rare as the proverbial unicorn, this lakefront gem boasts approximately 720 waterfront feet on the famed Lake LBJ near Austin, Texas. Lake LBJ is a pass-through lake between two reservoirs and maintains an almost constant level year-round. With granite outcroppings, good topographic relief, and hundreds of giant hardwoods, this ranch is sure to impress.

Property ID: 3868370 | $8,250,000

BAR Ranch 6 2 6 Âą AC R E S I N LLANO & BURNET COUNTIES Approximately five miles from the resort town of Horseshoe Bay, Texas, the BAR Ranch boasts of good grasses and majestic oaks (live oaks, post oaks). A wet-weather creek makes its way through the ranch, allowing the possibility of a lake or pond.

Property ID: 3868367 | $6,197,400

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Cedar Mountain Ranch 1, 3 6 3 ± AC R E S I N LLANO & GILLESPIE COUNTIES Located just 20 miles north of Fredericksburg, Texas, off the scenic Willow City Loop. Rugged and untamed describe this ranch well. With just over 360 feet in elevation changes, a live creek, dramatic cliff faces and extraordinary views, Cedar Mountain Ranch is a showstopper. Multiple divisions possible.

Property ID: 3870751 | $8,750,000

San Saba River Ranch 2 5 0 ± AC R E S I N M E N DA R D C O U N T Y Located in Mendard County with approximately 4,000 extraordinary waterfront feet on the famed San Saba River. This breathtaking stretch of river includes long, deep, aquamarine holes, a natural dam, chutes and falls. The land is gently rolling, spotted with live and post oaks and just enough brush cover for wildlife to thrive.

Property ID: 3868366 | $1,562,500

Nuf Sed Ranch 3 0 8 ± AC R E S I N M C C U L LO C H C O U N T Y Nuff Sed Ranch is a stunningly impressive live-water ranch located on the San Saba River in McCulloch County, Texas.

Packed with features, the Nuf Sed has over a half mile of river frontage, easy access to the water, long deep pools and beautiful riffles, massive cliff faces, hundreds of live and post oaks, native pecan trees, excellent public road frontage, two hickory underground aquifer water wells, electricity on the property and good proximity to local amenities.

Property ID: 4053463 | $1,716,000

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THIBODEAUX RANCH 1,920± ACRES IN WHEELER COUNTY Premier hunting and cattle ranch with plenty of water, grass and cover for wildlife. It also has 684 acres of CRP that has an annual income of $20,428.

The ranch is well-watered with several windmills, solar wells and spring-fed draws. The ranch has rolling hills with plenty of elevation change, draws and wet-weather creeks that provide great cover for wildlife and protection for cattle. Excellent hunting ranch with trophy whitetail deer, abundance of quail, turkey, wild hogs and dove. Price: $3,254,400 or $1,695 per acre.

Property ID: 3680809

KC RIVER RANCH 6,651± ACRES IN FOARD & KNOX COUNTIES Highly-improved ranch with excellent fences, multiple pastures, some cultivation and well-watered with several earth tanks, springs and rural water piped all over the ranch. This is a great combination ranch for cattle and hunting. Lies in the migratory flyway and offers abundant ducks and geese for the water fowl hunter. The North Wichita River runs through the ranch, is spring-fed and has year-round water. The ranch has a lot of elevation change, great tree cover, several tanks scattered throughout the property and has large neighbors with minimal hunting pressure. Minerals!

Price: $7,482,375 or $1,125 per acre. Property ID: 2251018

DOOLEY RANCH 4,131± ACRES IN KING & STONEWALL COUNTIES Great hunting and cattle ranch with diverse terrain, including deep canyons, mesas and huge mesquite flats. The ranch is located in some of North Texas’ most famous ranch lands. The ranch has rural water and electricity in place which is a great asset for the ranches in this area The ranch has several tanks, creeks and great cover for all the wildlife native to this area. If you are looking for a large, remote and undeveloped piece of Texas history, then you need to see the Dooley Ranch. Price: $3,300,669 or $799 per acre.

Property ID: 3753603

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• PINEY HILL RANCH •

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237± Acres in Colorado County

243± Acres in Lavaca County

Located 45 miles from Katy, this heavily-wooded ranch is a hunter’s dream! Great water, great access, abundant wildlife and surface control make this ranch a rare find in today’s market. Seller may divide.

After years of intense management and breeding operations, this highfenced property is poised to produce 200-inch class whitetails. Heavily wooded with miles of seasonal creeks. Very nice lodge and barn.

$7,950 PER ACRE • PROPERTY ID: 3317286

$8,100 PER ACRE • PROPERTY ID: 4258799

• NUECES RIVER RANCH •

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1,762± Acres in Zavala County

205± Acres in Colorado County

This ranch features three miles of Nueces River frontage, is high-fenced and has a high-quality managed deer herd. The main home overlooks a stocked lake. There are three barns, a Carrizo water well and 15 ponds.

With two creeks traversing the property, two ponds, a home and a barn, this property has a lot of character. It is 80 percent wooded with live oaks and other large timber with slightly rolling terrain.

$3,200 PER ACRE

$7,000 PER ACRE

• ESCONDIDO CREEK RANCH • 463± Acres in Karnes County This South Texas ranch is covered in large mesquite and live oaks, as well as native and improved grasses, making it a perfect combination hunting and grazing ranch. With one mile of Escondido Creek and 110 feet of elevation changes, this ranch offers beautiful views and interesting terrain. Some minerals available. $4,100 PER ACRE • PROPERTY ID: 2273995

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G oehmann Lane 16± Acres in Gillespie County, $590,000 Property ID: 4377039 Warm and welcoming three-bedroom, twobath country home, minutes from downtown Fredericksburg! Ag. exempt, very well maintained. The perfect property for the equestrian minded. Coastal Bermuda paddocks, arena, barn with shop and four horse stalls and a well. Picture perfect!

K eyserville Road 20± Acres in Keyserville County, $509,000 Property ID: 4370766 Wonderful Hill Country home and very beautiful, diverse acreage! This 2,256-squarefoot, energy-efficient country home is nestled on a rugged hillside with fabulous views!

Wildlife abounds with deer, turkey and other native animals. The park-like bottom land of sandy loam soil is perfect for cultivation, improved grasses or a vineyard. Only minutes from Fredericksburg or Mason!

M ason County Estate 40± Acres in Mason County, $385,000 Property ID: 3044219 Peaceful pastoral views, great home sites, an excellent mix of improved grasslands and brushy cover for wildlife as well as mature live oak trees that are scattered throughout the property. Only minutes from historic Mason, Texas. For someone searching for their dream property, this is it!

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Aurich Ranch

Rolling H Ranch

53± Acres in Austin County . Property ID: 3825939

95± Acres in Austin County . Property ID: 3826952

Located on dead-end county road. Woods at the entrance, open pasture with pond and woods at the back of the property. $479,000

Beautiful rolling ranch land, two ponds and working pens. Nice vistas, improved pastures and a 1980s home. Private and secluded. $1,249,000

Fulshear Equestrian Ranch

40± Acres in Fort Bend County . Property ID: 4326152 Gorgeous ranch located on prestigious James Lane in Fulshear, Texas. Includes two Morton barns, a main barn with quarters, tack rooms, kitchen/office area, wash rack and 13 stalls, a stallion barn with seven stalls, feed room, tack room, a covered riding arena and an equipment barn on slab. Scattered trees accent the groomed pastures. Also available as 30 acres.

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Hidden Creek Ranch 4 4 . 61 5 ± AC R E S I N AU S T I N C O U N T Y | P R O P E R T Y I D #4 2 9 2 6 2 7

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A property of this caliber is rarely found. This gorgeous custom home, built in 2009, is situated on 44.6 wooded acres with designer appeal and rich finishes. Magnificent wood flooring, plantation shutters, coffered ceilings and a stone fireplace are showcased by the cohesive neutral color palate and other well-thought-out design choices. With 3,260 square feet of living space, this three-bedroom, three-bath home boasts an open concept living room, dining room and kitchen, with an outdoor kitchen for family enjoyment and entertaining. The wooded back yard with a fire pit and the expansive back porch and metal roof lend themselves to the beautiful Hill Country-style home.

Rocking B Ranch 159.518± AC R E S I N AU S T I N C O U N T Y P R O P E R T Y I D #4 3 2 8 7 7 3 | $ 2 , 10 0 , 0 0 0 This exceptional property boasts a 4,136-square-foot ranch home of stone and stucco. It was built in 2016 upon the highest ridge and features the most compelling and serene views in the county.

Attention to every detail has been laid out in this spectacular ranch. You can see this in the rolling fertile soil, coastal and native grasses, two ponds, barns, a corral and so much more!

Choctaw Hill Pecan Farm 50.644± AC R E S I N WA L L E R C O U N T Y P R O P E R T Y I D #4 2 3 7 1 9 2 | $ 1 , 0 9 0 , 0 0 0 Operating pecan orchard in the fertile grounds of the Brazos River bottom northwest of Houston. Currently, an average of 35 trees per acre or approximately 1,650 certified trees are located on the farm. The farm is meticulously maintained and includes a log home that could be utilized for a caretaker’s house as well as a large metal barn that stores equipment and all pecan harvesting equipment. This farm is ready for an investor who can max out the potential of this popular Texas business.

KIM ZAPALAC Owner | www.BJRE.com | View All Properties: LandsofAmerica.com/member/233191 NEW ULM OFFICE (979) 992-2636 | 424 Cedar Street, New Ulm, Texas 78950 BELLVILLE OFFICE (979) 865-5969 | 420 East Main Street | P.O. Box 1201, Bellville, Texas 77418

2,225± Acres in Upshur County PROPERTY ID: 3980972 | $4,438,875 Premier forestry, recreation, investment and development with good access, frontage and internal road system. Well-managed with open upland understory. Rolling upland pine to bottomland hardwoods. Several lake sites available. Features Cypress Creek frontage and Azalea Road frontage, which is in demand for residential development.

1,291± Acres in Tyler County PROPERTY ID: 3888797 | $3,227,500 A unique legacy, forestry ranch containing significant upland managed forests, natural riverine forests and bottomland habitat sustaining fish, wildlife and plants adjoining the south line of the Neches River. Directly across from the Angelina National Forest, this property is well suited for a legacy investment ranch with potential for diverse uses and forest management, income and recreation.

1,514± Acres in Walker County PROPERTY ID: 3768331 | $4,534,430 Great opportunity! This size tract is getting harder to find in proximity to Houston. Mixed hardwood and pine plantation, good rolling topography, good internal road and two well sites. Overhead electric transmission line makes a great sendera.

6,252± Acres in Montgomery County PROPERTY ID: 4381569 | $49,984,740 Montgomery County transition—first time open market offering. Large tract in the heart of Houston metro expansion/development. Halfway between IH 45 and IH 69 (US 59). North of FM 242, northeast of The Woodlands, Texas, and southeast of Conroe, Texas. Transition forestry property with big frontage and multiple points of access. Managed timberland in excellent condition with ongoing management practices. Located in Conroe ISD and Splendora ISD.

Andy Flack, Broker/ALC (936) 295-2500 | Andy@HomeLandProp.com

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STA R BR A ND R A NCH ESTABLISHED IN 1850 ∙ 4,820± ACR ES NE AR DALL AS PROPERT Y ID: 4210148

L A K E CR EEK R A NCH

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MCLENNA N COUNT Y ∙ 550± ACR E PR IVATE L AK E

10,240± ACR ES IN THROCK MORTON COUNT Y

PROPERT Y ID: 3530126 • $15,0 0 0,0 0 0

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4,795± ACR ES IN FR EESTONE COUNT Y

987± ACR ES IN FR EESTONE COUNT Y

PROPERT Y ID: 4 450290

PROPERT Y ID: 38114 4 0 • $3,50 0,413

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SOUTH BRADY CREEK RANCH 12,105± ACRES IN CONCHO COUNTY

$17,626,500

If you are in the market for a solid investment in a prime cattle ranch in West Central Texas, then look no further. Most of the ranch is in Concho County with a bit in McCulloch, but all of it has been managed with a long-term perspective and includes quality pens, barns, water system that includes a deep Hickory Aquifer main well, several reservoirs and two homes and hunter’s cabins. The pastures and fields of improved grasses are top-notch, excellent hunting for axis, whitetail, quail and turkey, and a beautiful rolling terrain. The current owners love the land, and you will too when you take a look!

Property ID: 3177895

HORSESHOE BAY RANCH 823± ACRES IN BLANCO COUNTY

$8,641,500

This beautiful Hill Country ranch is located mostly in Blanco County and is perfect for building your dream home, running a ranch and hunting, and it’s also in a prime location for subdividing in a rapidly growing area. The land boasts of gorgeous long range views from many spots, abundant underground water and lovely old oak trees providing numerous places for making a home.

While driving through the approximately 820 acres, you may come in contact with blackbuck, whitetail deer, quail, turkey and even the area newcomer, the Mexican eagle. The land has been loved and cared for by generations of the same family, and properties like this one do not come around often!

Property ID: 4321830

BRANCH RANCH 320± ACRES IN MASON COUNTY

$2,800,000

Lovely family compound that is perfect for full-time living or weekend gatherings with family and friends. The main home is almost 3,000 square feet of living space with a gourmet kitchen, gorgeous wood and rock work, numerous artistic touches, unique finishes and high-end windows to enjoy the stunning views and natural light. The two-story cabin is actually a terrific two-bedroom, twobath modern, but rustic, home. The bunkhouse can sleep six and has its own bathroom. All of these living spaces are connected in a U-shape by beautiful covered porches and a top-of-the-line outdoor kitchen. The middle of the “U” is a pool with a jacuzzi and lovely waterfall. The 320 acres of land are rolling, covered in oaks and include a barn, greenhouse and set of pens.

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HARRIS RANCH Bring the cattle and horses!

This proper t y has a 2,475-square-foot custom home, two barns and two stock tanks. Perimeter fencing and cross fenced.

132± ACRES BOSQUECOUNTYPROPERTIES.COM

254.675.3818

BOSQUE COUNT Y $599,900 PROPERT Y ID: 3873411

PRAIRIE VIEW RANCH

HANEY RANCH This ranch of fers excellent hunting, f ishing and cat tle ranching oppor tunities, Bosque River frontage and 27 feet of elevation change.

Cattle ranch with a vintage farm house, water stock ponds, cross fencing, a barn and working pens.

324± ACRES

400± ACRES

BOSQUE COUNT Y

HAMILTON COUNT Y

$1,686,100

$1,120,000

PROPERT Y ID: 4287853

PROPERT Y ID: 4221194

IREDELL RANCHETTE Perimeter and cross fencing with water piped to pastures and working pens. Modular cabin with at tached two-bay garage and deep water well.

63.02± ACRES BOSQUE COUNT Y $279,000 PROPERT Y ID: 4221338

GAP RANCH This is a ranch that has it all, rolling grass hills, spring-fed creek , deer hunting, f ishing, stock ponds, water wells, a barn and a farm house.

430± ACRES HAMILTON COUNT Y $1,764,722 PROPERT Y ID: 3861315

PREMIER RANCH IN MCMULLEN COUNTY

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RHODE RANCH 1,732 ± AC R ES MCMULLEN COUNT Y $ 8 ,10 0 ,0 0 0

The RGL Rhode Ranch has been under the same family ownership since 1901 and has been renowned as a premier property for decades, and it is now available for the first time in 116 years. Offering the finest combination of low-fenced hunting, exquisite accommodations, tremendous water capabilities and prime grazing that this region possesses. A 6,500-square-foot, three-bedroom, five-bath ranch home sits in the central portion of the property and is truly one of

a kind. Located about one-fourth of a mile from the main home is the extensive headquarters area, and just across the parking lot or drive way is the foreman’s home. This ranch has a unique ability to produce huge amounts of excellent drinking and irrigation water. In total, there are eight water wells here. This area and ranch are known producers of huge free-ranging whitetail bucks. Bird hunting for bobwhite and blue quail is fantastic due to the sandy loam soils and

ongoing brush control practices. The rains we have experienced here over the last three-anda-half years have resulted in excellent range conditions for grazing. Nearly the entire ranch is comprised of highly productive sandy loam soils capable of growing about anything, with a little rainfall.

PROPERTY ID: 3836187

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Tecolote Ranch

3,100± ACRES IN KENEDY & HIDALGO COUNTIES PROPERTY ID: 1085255 Protected location only 18 miles from a jet runway (Edinburg Airport) with ideal terrain for a combination of quail, nilgai, deer, dove and duck hunting. Gorgeous Bob Simpson-designed ranch house on Big Bass Lake, manager’s residence, hunter’s lodging, kennels, barns, walk-in cooler, water wells and miles of pipelines to natural wildlife ponds and concrete troughs. This is a once-in-a-lifetime ranch, well-known for conservation research, wildlife photography and natural wildlife diversity. Tecolote Ranch adjoins King Ranch for four miles and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Refuge for two miles.

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Hideaway Ranch

Brazos Valley Tract

91.8± Acres in San Jacinto County $1,225,000 • Property ID: 4275602

450± Acres in Brazos County $4,500,000 • Property ID: 3215877

Operational cattle ranch with immaculate 3,660-square-foot brick home (CAD) situated on 91.802 improved acres. Home interior features a master with wood f looring, terrazzo f looring in the kitchen, breakfast room, den and entryway, granite counters, quartz island and a lot of storage throughout. The ranch includes a gated entrance, a 40’x60’ barn with office, hay pavilion, 20’x20’ equipment shed, stock pens, pond and all new fencing. A Generac generator, 32KW, operates entire house, barns, water troughs and water well. Includes home furnishings, ranch equipment, cattle, llamas, a miniature horse, mules and hay/alfalfa. House and land can be purchased alone for $995,000. Contact broker for a listing of ranch equipment. Possible owner financing.

Rare large acreage land tract available in the Brazos Valley! The tract features over 1,800 feet of paved frontage, a 40’x60’ barn and a two-story metal bardominium with shop, offices and living quarters. Additional features include a metal barbecue, canopy, slab, entertainment patio, deep woods, open pasture, three water wells and three ponds. Water and underground single-phase 110/240 electricity is present from the front to the back. This property is perfect for a homesite, recreation, hunting, cattle and horse ranch, subdivision development or corporate retreat. There are endless possibilities with this exquisite tract.

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Bastrop Ranch $2,047,500 • 195± ACRES BASTROP COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 3701083

Prime Location just east of Circuit of the Americas with great development potential. Frontage along HWY 21 and CR 261. The property is serviced by Aqua Water Supply Corporation, with a water meter off of HWY 21 servicing the barn/pens. 60 percent rolling pasture land with the remainder in native brush.

There are five tanks/lakes on the property, with the largest being over five acres! Modest improvements.

South Texas Hunting Ranch with Minerals $5,432,265 • 2,367± ACRES LA SALLE COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 3015055

Excellent hunting ranch with great access off of FM 624 only 25 miles from Cotulla. Heavy South Texas brush, rolling hills and large tank. Has a native deer herd which has been well managed over the last 15 years. Ranch is traversed by Sauz Creek and also has six lakes/ponds. Mostly high fenced. This is a great raw South Texas hunting ranch.

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Nueces River Ranch $1,996,650 • 459± ACRES UVALDE COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 3866519 Excellent location and over a mile of river frontage. Heavy brush provides great habitat for whitetail hunting. Has access to water and electric and can be sold as a whole or in three parcels.

Wimberley Hillview Ranch $1,300,000 • 64± ACRES HAYS COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 2516273 Gorgeous property with huge views, with live oak-studded hilltops. Great access and tons of frontage and minutes from downtown Wimberley.

Utilities available.

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Cibolo Creek Ranch

257± ACRES IN WILSON COUNTY • PROPERTY ID: 4394669

Exceptional turnkey ranch located just a short drive from San Antonio, in Wilson County. This ranch is high-fenced with numerous exotic species as well as native game. Nearly one mile of strong flowing Cibolo Creek and several tanks provide yearround water for wildlife and fishing. Custom-built 3,100± squarefoot home, newly built three-car garage, large bunkhouse, cabin and large metal barn. The ranch is ready for immediate use and is set up to support a wide range of uses. $2,350,000

Dilley Ranch

609.77± ACRES IN LA SALLE COUNTY • PROPERTY ID: 3486490 Turnkey ranch in the heart of big deer country. This highfenced ranch is ready to go as a private hunting retreat or as a commercial hunting operation. There is a 5,300-square-foot lodge with five bedrooms, three bathrooms, office, large open kitchen, living room and large room with bunks for housing guests or hunters, a large metal barn and much more. $2,400,000 246

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SAN GABRIEL RIVER PROPERTY 284.49± ACRES IN MILAM COUNTY This is amazing grazing land and could be perfect for a pecan orchard. This property provides passage for the deer population as it borders the San Gabriel River and also the Brushy Creek.

The perimeter at the CR 429 frontage has all-new fencing and is currently leased for cattle grazing. The owner owns all of the water rights, and there is no current water lease.

Elaine Gerren, Broker | 512.760.0359

Property ID: 3400493 | $1,337,103

WHITE ROCK COMMUNITY PROPERTY 305± ACRES IN ROBERTSON COUNTY Come home to the country on these 305 acres of prime cattleraising land. The perimeter is 100 percent fenced with several cross-fenced pastures, great for cattle rotation. Improved grass yields a good hay production. There are several ponds for livestock watering and fishing. The property is currently used for cattle production with 75 percent of the land being grazing land, 15 percent hay production and 10 percent wooded areas.

The property is complete with a 2,800-square-foot, threebedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home with a covered carport and a two-car garage. Cathy Czajkowski, Realtor | 979.279.7608

Property ID: 3367319 | $1,525,000 604 SOUTH MAIN STREET, CALVERT, TEXAS 77837 | VIEW ALL PROPERTIES: LANDSOFAMERICA.COM/MEMBER/18167

JOSH GAINES 361.442.2825 • JOSH@GAINESORG.COM

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PROPERTY ID: 2979359

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here is a place tucked away on the edge of Nueces Bay, just a short drive to a large city but miles away from

everyday reality. It's a small peninsula locally known as White Point. Only about 15 miles to Corpus Christi, the property was originally settled by the White brothers in 1856 as a cattle ranch and over the years was converted to cotton farms and oil country.

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In 1912, White Point Development Company purchased 437 acres of the peninsula and began to explore its oil and gas potential. Legendary stories of its production, pressure and blowouts still exist to this day. Now, after more than 100 years of continual ownership, White Point Development Company has engaged The Gaines Organization as their exclusive broker to market the property. We are now pleased to present to you, White Point Ranch.

One can easily see why this was originally settled.

The property abounds in production agriculture and recreational hunting and fishing. As it did in 1856, it still offers tremendous potential. The property is in a prime location for a private luxury ranch community, where home owners can fish, kayak, hunt, trail ride and entertain friends and family, all without ever

leaving the property. There is enough land to even add an airstrip and boat slips.

The property consists of over 437 acres of partiallyfenced land, and the topography is unlike any other in the Gulf Coast Region of South Texas. There are beaches and wetlands at sea level, there are gullies and gorges, and then there are higher locations of farm land at 64 feet above sea level. There are over 200 acres of row crop farmland, over 60 acres of pasture land and well over 100 acres of native South Texas trees and brush.

Given that this property has paved road access to Portland, Sinton and Odem coupled with priceless sunset views of the Nueces Bay and endless outdoor recreational activities, we proudly invite you to consider White Point Ranch as a recreational paradise and an outstanding luxury ranch community investment.

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Experienced Leader in Ranch Sales • www.RanchSales.us David Carpenter • (512) 294-3758 • 301 West Polk Street, Unit B, Burnet, Texas 78611 View All Properties: LandsofAmerica.com/member/303984 LAND.COM • LEGENDARY LIVING

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90¹ ACRES BLANCO COUNTY PROPERTY ID: 3884442 5 BEDROOMS 4½ BATHROOMS

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Rare is the opportunity to purchase a property with this much ambience, rich architectural craftsmanship, plus a variety of recreational amenities. This 90-acre property is enriched with features and improvements including hilltop views, stock pond, guest cottage, workshop/barn, a 55,000-gallon rainwater collection, high-fenced garden, seasonal cottonwood creek, live oak, shin oak, cedar elm and varieties of cactus and wild grasses.

Property formerly identified as the "Original Lavender Farm." Grapes or other agricultural uses possible.

Imagine yourself relaxing in the grand entry atrium complete with

massive rock fireplace, built-in rock barbecue smoker, sitting and dining areas. More relaxation abounds simply enjoying the sounds of nature, evening star gazing or lounging beside the swimming pool surrounded by lush landscaping with arbor covered cooking and dining area. The land hosts a natural habitat for many birds and native wildlife. Wildflowers brighten the acreage in the spring. This property is a participant in the Texas land conservancy and ideal for an owner desiring to be a steward of the land. Scenic one hour drive from Austin, San Antonio, Fredricksburg or Marble Falls.

Davis Ranch • 2,401± Acres • Kinney County

Live water ranch located southwest of Bractkettville featuring almost a half a mile of crystal-clear Pinto Creek. This hunting ranch offers a beautiful main lodge with four bedrooms and four-and-a-half baths, separate guest quarters with three

Paula Coates • (210) 331-6622 Paula.Coates@evusa.com Engel & Völkers - San Antonio

bedrooms and en suite baths, a cantina for entertaining and dining your guests, a ranch foreman's house and a large equipment barn. The terrain is level to gently rolling with good stands of large oaks and native brush. Great hunting habitat for whitetail

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deer, bobwhite and blue quail, dove and turkey. Three water wells and 16 hunting blinds and feeders complete this turnkey operation. Hunting has been reserved soley for family and guests throughout the years. Property ID: 4430485

Todd Avery • (210) 260-9315 Todd.Avery@evusa.com Engel & Völkers - San Antonio

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BEAUTIFUL FARMLAND 403± Acres in Lee County

Property ID: 2267117

Centrally located between Austin and Houston, these three contiguous tracts of land total 403± beautiful acres. Buy all three or split them up.

FM 1624 frontage. The property offers nice returns on hay production and is meticulously maintained. Both Lincoln and Lee County water, multiple tanks, improved open land boasting high-quality coastal grasses. Perfect for continued hay production, grazing or development.

House, barns with electricity, nice roads. Water rights convey.

Christen Steen, Broker • (512) 589-1315 • Christen.Realtor@hotmail.com

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CARANCAHUA RIVERFRONT RANCH 42.6± Acres in Jackson County

Property ID: 4336362

Catch redfish, trout and flounder from the shores of this hunting property with over 1,000 feet of waterfront. Cruise by boat four miles down the East Carancahua Creek to the legendary Vaes/Carancahua Bay, the northern extension of the Matagorda Bay system. Plenty of wild land game abounds on this heavy brush ranch, so enjoy a cast and blast at this true sportsman’s hideout. Private road, water available and electric utility in place will afford you a secluded hunting/fishing retreat to share with your friends and family.

Bethany Weigl, Realtor • (512) 585-4321 • BethanyWeigl@hotmail.com

CARRICA RANCH

42,000± ACRES IN CIBOLA COUNTY, NEW MEXICO 3,617± ACRES IN MITCHELL COUNTY, TEXAS | PROPERTY ID: 3835029 This unique property is located 17 miles south of Colorado City, Texas, on Highway 208.

Surrounded by a high fence, the ranch contains exceptional game. The whitetail deer population, with incorporated trophy genetics, has been carefully managed through purchases as well as through breeding on the property.

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DALTON MADDOX, AGENT | (325) 242-1708 DALTONMADDOX@HUGHES.NET

Hunting and cattle ranch just south of Grants, New Mexico. Permitted for 1,300 head yearlings 6 months. Log home, manager's home, old log cabin, four elk permits, good wells and miles of water lines and drinkers. Good traps and corrals for shipping livestock. County road through ranch. Great large permit ranch with great hunting. Co-Listed with Fallon-Cortese Land.

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79.46± ACRES I N GRAYSON CO UNTY This estate is secluded and gated. The heavily wooded acreage with tremendous topography offers spectacular panoramic views. This home with, an eight-car garage, sits on an 800-foot elevation, the highest in Central Texas. Enjoy a breathtaking landscape with a one-acre pond, 10-acre stocked lake, driving range for golf, one-mile jogging trail, well and pump house, two guest houses, organic garden, pool, spa and a tornado safe room. Property ID: 3724433

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Country living at its best! This listing is for a three-bedroom, two-bath, 2,434-square-foot brick house, barn, pens, corral and good fences. The property has been well maintained.

Good farmland that includes a four-bedroom, three-bath brick house, a large equipment barn, hay barn, irrigation well, irrigation pond and three water wells. Located six miles from Victoria.

167± ACRES IN CALHOUN COUNTY  PROPERTY ID: 4454768

402± ACRES IN VICTORIA COUNTY  PROPERTY ID: 4381163

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END OF TRAIL RANCH 127.21± ACRES IN COLORADO COUNTY | PROPERTY ID: 4322397 The End of Trail Ranch welcomes you with a live oak-lined winding road to a custom-built home featuring stone with a metal roof and dormers! Come relax on your wraparound porch and watch the deer, wild turkeys and wildlife. Flagstone path and covered patio for cookouts. Huge barn with covered area for extra storage. Ag. exempt, perimeter fenced and 60 percent wooded with two stocked ponds. It’s an easy commute to Houston, San Antonio and Austin for weekenders. The home and barn are set well back off the entrance for privacy. $1,634,000 1104 SOUTH FRIENDSWOOD DRIVE, FRIENDSWOOD, TEXAS 77546 | VIEW ALL PROPERTIES: LANDSOFAMERICA.COM/MEMBER/494462

Robert Brent • 504.236.8069 • MexicoRanchSales.com

Mexico Ranch • $500 per acre Located in a unique valley in the foothills of the Sierra Madre. Stark elevation rises from the valley floor create beautiful vistas. Easily accessed, located 45 miles from Eagle Pass, Texas. Indian rock art, probably Apache, but never officially studied. Excellent hunting, as the area is genetically proven to produce trophy whitetail deer. Ranch boasts having both bobwhite and scaled quail. Good water, no well over 150 feet deep.

Lots of interior ranch roads in good condition. Three separate living structures enabling privacy between the bedrooms and the living room/kitchen. American-owned.

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2,500± ACRES IN COAHUILA, MEXICO • $1,250,000

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