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2 BROKER, SHELDON GROTHAUS
20 CAPITAL FARM CREDIT MEMBER PLANTS THE WAY FOR DEER AND EXOTIC WILDLIFE ON HIS AWARDWINNING HONDO RANCH
5 COO, DAVE WILCOX
32 A GUIDE FOR CREATING THE PERFECT WILDLIFE HABITAT
6 TEXAS RANCH SALES TEAMS
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MANAGING THE AUOUDAD SHEEP: IN THE TRANS PECOS by: Calan Ahrens
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ART. LEGACY. BLADESMITHING. THE JOURNEY OF DANIEL COLLIER & IRON GROVE TOOL COMPANY by: Austi Garrett
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THREE NUMBERS THAT DEFINE FEDERAL’S NEW 7MM BACKCOUNTRY CARTRIDGE by: Federal Ammo
Sheldon Grothaus Broker, Owner, CEO
As the chill of winter melts away and fresh green shoots push through the soil, spring ushers in a time of renewal. It’s a season that offers ranchers and landowners a chance to reassess, improve, and plan for the year ahead—whether that means buying, selling, or enhancing the land.
Whether you’re considering buying or selling, now is an ideal time to make your move. If you’re thinking of selling, fresh spring growth and well-maintained properties can be more enticing to prospective buyers. If buying, spring gives you a clear view of the property’s potential and its long-term value.
This spring, ranch and farmland markets are showing strong signs of recovery. Demand for rural properties is up, driven by increased interest in recreation, and wildlife/hunting properties.
The winter months can be tough on both livestock and wildlife habitats. Now is the time to restore those areas impacted by the cold season. Focus on:
• Replanting native grasses and shrubs to provide forage for both livestock and wildlife.
• Installing erosion control measures to protect sensitive areas from spring floods.
• Building wildlife corridors to ensure animals can move freely across your property.
Habitat restoration isn’t just good for the land—it can also improve your bottom line by enhancing the aesthetics and functionality of your ranch.
The transition to spring also signals the beginning of the busy season. Ranchers should prepare for an increase in livestock management tasks, seasonal planting, and recreational activities. Here’s a few ideas to get ready:
• Stock up on supplies: Seeds, feed, and other essential materials should be purchased in advance to avoid shortages.
• Update equipment: Make sure tractors, mowers, and other machinery are tuned up and ready to go.
• Plan for extra help: Consider hiring seasonal workers or arranging for additional assistance to handle the increased workload.
Improvements to Enhance Functionality and Aesthetics
Spring is a perfect time to make improvements that will pay off throughout the year.
• Upgrade structures like barns or sheds to better store equipment and feed.
• Create designated outdoor spaces for recreational use, like picnic areas or fire pits.
• Enhance the beauty of your property with landscaping, wildflower meadows, or ponds that improve both the view and biodiversity.
Investing in these improvements will not only increase the functionality of your ranch but will also boost its visual appeal for visitors and potential buyers.
Spring can be unpredictable, with everything from floods to droughts affecting land operations.
• Flooding: Ensure that drainage systems are clear of debris, and identify low-lying areas that may need flood barriers.
• Drought: Implement water conservation practices, such as rainwater harvesting or installing efficient irrigation systems.
• Severe storms: Secure structures and equipment, and create emergency plans for livestock care during extreme weather events.
Planning ahead can minimize the impact of adverse weather and ensure your ranch remains functional through any conditions.
Spring offers boundless opportunities for ranchers to improve their properties, prepare for the busy months ahead, and consider new investment options. Whether you’re focused on maintenance, market trends, or making your ranch more beautiful and functional, there’s no better time to embrace the season of renewal.
Stay ahead of the curve this spring and make the most of the season’s potential. Here’s to a productive, prosperous year ahead on the ranch!
Broker & Owner
At Texas Ranch Sales, we understand the heart and soul that you pour into your ranches. We know the deep connection to the land—the memories made, the hard work, and the legacy that comes with owning a piece of this beautiful state. The decision to sell isn’t easy; it’s often driven by life’s changes, new opportunities, or the desire to pass on a legacy to someone who will cherish it as much as you have.
We honor those personal stories and approach each sale with the respect it deserves. Our team’s experience and dedication ensure that your property will be showcased in the best light, connecting it with the right buyers who understand its value.
And when you’re ready to take the next step—whether it's finding a new piece of land to grow your legacy or seeking a different opportunity—we’re here to guide you through every stage of the process, from sale to new beginnings.
Dave wilcox Broker, COO
Well, as of this writing, we’ve made it through the first month of the year, and things everywhere seem to be off to a fast and furious start.
The new president was inaugurated and wasted no time in walking into the Oval Office, turning Washington D.C. on its head. Early indications show that much of the change will center around government spending and increased oversight into our everyday lives. Whether you voted for this change or not, I want to hear where our tax dollars have been going, where the waste has been, and just who is responsible.
As with everything in life, nothing changes unless something truly changes. We can all agree that change is needed.
I’m hopeful that with this change, we’ll see a new energy in the real estate market. We’ve already begun to see client interest picking up. Our phones are ringing, and inquiries into our listings are higher than they’ve been in a couple of years.
While there has been talk for the past 18 months that interest rates should start coming down, we haven’t seen much movement in that department yet. However, all our lender friends do believe we will see some adjustment soon — just not yet.
So, the smart buyers are the ones who are looking right now. With several new properties coming on the market weekly (as always happens at the end of hunting season), getting in the game now means you might find the right ranch for your family’s needs at a price that works for you.
It’s my personal belief, and the belief of many other brokers in this business, that when rates do come down, the price per acre will start to rise due to an increase in competition for the listings out there.
Find the ranch today. Refinance when the rates go down!
As always, my team here at TRS is ready to help with all your real estate needs.
Got a ranch and want to know what the market is doing? Give us a call. Want a ranch, and want a pro on your side? We want that call too!
Have a great Spring and see ya down the road!
Dave
Dave Wilcox Chief Operations Officer
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Capital Farm Credit member plants the way for deer and exotic wildlife on his awardwinning Hondo ranch
When it comes to being friends to the animals, you could say Kevin Tauzin is the king of the forest.
Through thoughtful cultivation of grasslands that he seeds with native vegetation and strategically managed water resources, Tauzin has created an environment that is ripe for all sorts of wildlife, including whitetail deer and exotic species that include zebra, axis, Nubian Ibex, Eland, gemsbok, nilgai, aoudad and majestic red stag deer. There are even kangaroos hopping around the ranch.
This lawyer-turned conservationist has chosen to reconnect with the land and works tirelessly to prioritize conservation and wildlife habitat on his 971-acre ranch north of Hondo. He has been actively involved with conservation agencies like the Medina Valley Soil and Water Conservation Board and USDANatural Resources Conservation Service. We are also proud to also know him as a long-time, valued Capital Farm Credit member.
His efforts have not gone unnoticed. In 2024, the Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board (TSSWCB) named him the 2024 Wildlife Conservationist Award Winner.
“By purposefully selecting species that complement each other’s diets and ensuring available forage and water, Kevin is able to maintain balance within the ecosystem he has curated,” the TSSWCB stated in an article on their website.
“Water availability is a cornerstone of Kevin’s conservation efforts,” the article continued. “He has placed over six miles of pipe for water. Animals on his land do not drink from troughs. They drink from wet spots on the ground lined with rocks that are fed from a drip system and monitored to maintain proper levels.”
Tauzin said without the long-standing support of CFC, his family’s goals of being stewards of the land, plants and animals would not have some to fruition.
“This is not the first loan I have had with Capital Farm Credit. I initially purchased a smaller ranch in 2008 with the help of Brett Riff,” he said. “CFC came through again to help us purchase this ranch in 2016, and Brandi Bendele was instrumental in helping fulfill my family’s dream.
“CFC has been there every step of the way,” he added. “In addition to loaning money for purchase of the land, CFC understood our long-term goals and funded critical infrastructure improvements, and ultimately helped realize our goal of having a new home on the property.”
At Capital Farm Credit, we value individuals like Tauzin and applaud him for his conservation accomplishments – and the wildlife in Hondo thank him too. To view the ranch and hear more about the award, view this video on You Tube. You can also see more pictures of his exotic animals on the Hondeaux Oaks Facebook page.
Congratulations on an outstanding achievement, Kevin!
Ranches at Big Mountain
400± ACRES BLANCO COUNTY, TEXAS
The Ranches at Big Mountain is an exclusive 400± acre property located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, offering seclusion with convenient access to Horseshoe Bay, Johnson City, and Austin. This private development provides 360-degree panoramic views of the Riley Mountains, Lake LBJ, and Marble Falls, along with elevations reaching 1,400 feet. The land is dotted with mature hardwoods, unique rock formations, and fertile soil, and includes a pond and two wetweather creeks. With fully operational water wells, electricity, and a developer incentive for a rainwater collection system, this property offers both luxury and sustainability. Ideal for creating a dream home or private retreat, The Ranches at Big Mountain offer endless possibilities in a tranquil, low-density development.
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HIDDEN RANCH
5110± ACRES CHAVES COUNTY, NEW MEXICO
Located 15 miles west of Elida, the ranch includes 640 acres of state leasehold, 615 acres of free-use land, and 3,855 acres of fee-simple ownership, providing a diverse and well-rounded land base. The property features a 768± sq/ft hunting cabin, a metal-framed barn, cattle pens, and excellent water resources, including a well, windmills, springs, and ponds. With its mix of native pasture, reliable water, and wildlife habitat, Hidden Ranch is ideal for both cattle ranching and outdoor recreation.
Triple OaksRANCH
97± acre equestrian estate located in Hopkins County, Texas, offering premier equestrian facilities, a luxury residence, and exceptional site improvements. Conveniently situated just 9± miles from Sulphur Springs, with direct frontage on IH-30 E, the property provides easy access to both city amenities and the peaceful countryside. The 6,548± sq/ft, custombuilt brick-and-stone home features four bedrooms, four bathrooms, two half-baths, and a geothermal HVAC system for energy-efficient comfort. Equestrian enthusiasts will appreciate the 4,832± sq/ft main barn with 8 stalls, a second barn with 10 stalls, a third barn with 18 stalls, and two arenas. The property also includes four ponds, three wet-weather creeks, and well-maintained infrastructure, making it ideal for both equestrian operations and private ranch living.
97± ACRES HOPKINS COUNTY, TEXAS
J4 RANCH
99± ACRES | KENDALL COUNTY, TEXAS
Located within the highly regarded Comfort ISD and just 20± miles from Boerne, 23± miles from Kerrville, and 28± miles from Fredericksburg. The spacious 3,760± sq/ft home features 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a Sisterdale stone fireplace, granite countertops, and a game room with a balcony. The ranch is fully low-fenced and cross-fenced into four pastures, with additional structures including a heated greenhouse, multiple barns, cattle pens, and deer breeding pens. The property boasts gently rolling terrain with scenic views, a pond, wet-weather creek, and diverse wildlife, including Axis and whitetail deer. With excellent water infrastructure and well-maintained land, J4 Ranch offers a perfect combination of residential comfort, ranching potential, and recreational opportunities.
Oak Hill Ranch
371± ACRES | KERR COUNTY, TEXAS
The 5,000± sq/ft home, fully remodeled in 2021, features five bedrooms, threeand-a-half bathrooms, four wood-burning fireplaces, an outdoor kitchen, and modern amenities such as fiber optic service. The ranch includes two ponds, wetweather creeks, and deeded access to private parks on the Guadalupe River, with scenic views of the river valley. The land, divided into 60% cleared pasture and 40% brush, supports diverse wildlife, including whitetail deer, axis, and blackbuck, with established hunting blinds and feeders. With excellent water resources and infrastructure, Oak Hill Ranch is an ideal place for both recreation and residential living, offering proximity to Kerrville, Fredericksburg, and San Antonio while maintaining privacy and seclusion.
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A GUIDE FOR CREATING THE PERFECT
WILDLIFE HABITAT
While spring may be a quieter time for traditional hunting in Texas, it’s the perfect season to start planning and preparing for a successful fall hunting season. Whether you’re managing a free-range, low-fence property or you’re just beginning to get serious about wildlife management, there are key steps you can take now to ensure a thriving hunting environment come the cooler months.
ENHANCE WILDLIFE NUTRITION
Spring is a great time to start focusing on the nutritional needs of wildlife on your ranch. While you may not be actively hunting yet, the animals are preparing for the coming months, and providing them with proper nutrition can ensure a healthy population.
Feeders: If you don’t already have them, consider setting up feeders to supplement natural forage. This is especially important for properties without formal wildlife management programs. Protein, corn, and other supplemental foods can help your game animals stay healthy and grow strong, particularly as they move into the fall breeding season.
Forage Planning: Planting a variety of forages can make your land more attractive to wildlife. Consider planting food plots with species like clover, alfalfa, and ryegrass, which are not only great for attracting animals but also provide important nutrients during times when natural food sources may be scarce.
ESTABLISH OR MAINTAIN WATER SOURCES
Water is critical for wildlife health, and maintaining or creating water sources on your property can make a significant difference in attracting and sustaining game populations.
Ponds and Troughs: If your property lacks natural water sources, consider installing ponds, stock tanks, or water troughs to ensure wildlife have consistent access to water throughout the year.
MONITOR WILDLIFE HABITATS AND IMPROVE SHELTER
Creating the right habitats and providing proper cover can make a big difference in how comfortable and safe your wildlife feel.
Brush Management: Wildlife will often use dense brush areas for cover and bedding. Managing brush properly (without clearing too much) can help create safe spaces for game animals to thrive.
Habitat Diversification: Providing a variety of habitats— such as thickets, open grasslands, and woody areas—will support a greater diversity of wildlife species and make your property more appealing come hunting season.
UNDERSTANDING FREE-RANGE AND LOW-FENCE CHALLENGES
Managing wildlife on a free-range or low-fence property can come with unique challenges, especially for beginners. While larger, high-fenced ranches often have more control over their game populations, free-range properties require a slightly different approach.
Wildlife Surveys: Consider conducting wildlife surveys to gauge the health and numbers of game animals on your property. Cameras, game trail monitoring, and observation can help you track animal activity and determine areas in need of improvement.
Predator Control: Predators can have a significant impact on your game populations. Keep an eye on predators like coyotes, wild hogs, and bobcats, which may pose threats to young or weaker wildlife. Consider setting up predator traps or working with a local service to manage the predator population effectively.
START A WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
If you’re new to wildlife management or operating a ranch with minimal infrastructure, now is the time to start developing a plan.
Long-Term Goals: Establish your goals for wildlife management and set a realistic timeline. Whether you’re working on improving game numbers, enhancing habitat, or boosting hunting quality, having clear, achievable objectives will help guide your efforts.
Track Success: Keep a detailed log of your efforts and track changes over time. Documenting how your land and wildlife respond to your actions can help you make smarter, more informed decisions down the road.
Naruna Ranch
BURNET COUNTY, TEXAS
Surrounded by rolling hills, mature hardwood trees, and breathtaking views, this property is rich in history, once part of a historic 27,000-acre ranch near Lake Buchanan. With convenient access to Austin, San Antonio, and local amenities, it offers a newly constructed pond, seasonal tributaries, and both electric and windmill-powered water wells. The diverse landscape, abundant wildlife, and strategic location make Naruna Ranch an ideal retreat, investment, or recreational property.
250± ACRES
CANYON RANCH
640± ACRES COKE COUNTY, TEXAS
The property features abundant water, diverse landscapes, and an array of wildlife, including whitetail deer with superior genetics, aoudad, axis deer, and blackbuck. Improvements include a 1,500± sq/ft house, large metal barn, and extensive hunting infrastructure, making it an ideal property for outdoor enthusiasts. With its high fencing, reliable water sources, and abundant wildlife, Canyon Ranch offers an unparalleled opportunity for ranching or country living.
Rancho Ardilla
725± ACRES DUVAL COUNTY, TEXAS
The property includes a 560± sq/ft 1BR/1BA camp house, two water wells (electric and solar-powered), and established utilities. The diverse terrain features caliche hills, sandy bottomlands, and mature mesquites, with water resources like a pond and seasonal runoff areas enhancing wildlife habitat. With abundant native wildlife, including whitetail deer, dove, quail, and turkey, and well-placed hunting blinds, Rancho Ardilla offers an ideal opportunity for hunting, recreation, or ranching operations.
Pickett Ranch
833± ACRES FREESTONE COUNTY, TEXAS
The ranch benefits from its placement in a rapidly growing area and its designation within an Opportunity Zone, offering tax incentives. The land features open pastures, wooded areas, and multiple ponds, supporting abundant wildlife and ideal for hunting and fishing. With well-maintained infrastructure, including electricity and five water wells, Pickett Ranch is a prime location for development, recreational use, or as a long-term investment.
Baker Ranch
20± ACRES HAYS COUNTY , TEXAS
The 1,577± sq/ft two-story ranch house includes 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a floor-to-ceiling rock fireplace in the living room, with an upper balcony offering expansive views. The land features rolling terrain, hilltop vistas, and a mix of open pastures and oak-studded areas, supporting whitetail deer, turkey, and dove. With no restrictions, the property offers great potential for hunting, recreation, or further development, making it an ideal retreat with proximity to Austin and San Antonio.
Wimberley Ridge Ranch
100± ACRES HAYS COUNTY, TEXAS
The property features a newly remodeled 2,790± sq/ft, 4BR/3BA home with a wraparound porch, along with additional structures including a bunkhouse and a 1,500± sq/ft barn with horse stalls. With breathtaking views of the Wimberley and Blanco River Valleys, elevations ranging from 1,180 to 1,340 feet, and a mix of tree cover, the ranch offers privacy, scenic beauty, and potential for future development. Whether for a family ranch, primary residence, or investment, Wimberley Ridge Ranch provides exceptional opportunities for both enjoyment and growth.
Managing the Aoudad Sheep: In the Trans Pecos
by: Calan Ahrens | Ahrens Ranch & Widlife
In the early years of the 1940’s and 1950’s, Aoudad sheep were first brought into areas of Texas with the prospect of future income for Texas landowners. Since that time, Aoudad (in free ranging areas) have propagated extremely well and have continued to provide additional income just as initially intended years ago. Although these “sheep” provide additional income to remote areas of west Texas, this is still a resource that needs to be managed.
Aoudad Hunting Markets:
Across the state, we have seen over the last 20 years a huge increase of in state and out of state hunters in pursuit of free-range Aoudad in the Trans Pecos region of Texas. The allure of these hunts derives from the physicality of terrain, style of hunting, and overall experience of chasing these elusive creatures. Personally, I remember growing up in Alpine, Texas when landowners would let their Mule deer hunters shoot Aoudad on sight! Now, Aoudad help provide substantial monetary benefit to these same landowners, even in years of drought when livestock production numbers have been reduced. These hunts have
increased in popularity to hunters across the United States due in part to the relatively cheaper price to hunt these “sheep” compared to the typical Desert Big Horn, Dall, or even Stone sheep hunts. Even in high fenced ranches, hunters are drawn to hunt Aoudad in large numbers in recent years. How these Aoudad get into the high fence markets is quite the procedure.
Aoudad Trapping and Relocations:
Across several ranches in west Texas, we trap yearly around 3,000 free ranging Aoudad and relocate to high fence ranches elsewhere in the state. Several benefits come from these efforts. One, we live capture and sell Aoudad off ranches in remote locations to provide additional income aside from hunting. This also helps alleviate grazing pressure on pastureland at the same time. Two, this effort allows us to stock Texas high fenced ranches with rams, ewes and yearlings to supply their operations to keep in pace with their hunting demands for these animals. This management strategy is most beneficial to the west Texas landowners who are selling and the high fence owners who are running their hunting operations. The methods used for these relocation efforts are typically remote cellular wall traps where we feed these traps and live load large numbers of Aoudad and ship them out with trailers to our holding facility in Kerrville, Texas. The other method we commonly use is helicopter net gunning. This method is more commonly used when we are selectively targeting certain rams to sell to prospective high fence ranches. This method allows us to capture a specific number of rams off the property within the size we are looking for.
Aoudad Depredation & TPWD
A method that is also used, although I do not agree with personally, is shooting of these Aoudad from a helicopter. This method helps reduce numbers quickly from a landscape, but it also does not allow landowners to obtain any monetary benefit from this action. Texas Parks & Wildlife is the biggest proponent on this endeavor with one example coming from the Chinati State Park in Presidio County where they successfully shot an estimated 5,000 Aoudad from the air in the summer of 2024. Some depredation is necessary in certain areas of west Texas where trapping may not be as advantageous. However, if pairing the depredation of ewes and younger rams along with helicopter capturing of mature rams, this would yield to be the best value for both endeavors to manage this species.
In Closing
While the Aoudad species is a huge monetary benefit to several landowners across the state and particularly in far west Texas, we must maintain operations to manage these animals so that they do not get “out of hand”, just as we would any other resource. The outlook for overall hunter interest to come hunt in Texas remains at an all-time high, as does the reproductive efforts of Aoudad sheep.
Shady Side Ranch
948±
ACRES JIM HOGG, TEXAS
The ranch features a 4BR/2BA hunting lodge, game-fencing, cross-fencing, a shooting range, cattle pens, and a barn with a walk-in cooler. The terrain is flat to gently rolling, with dense brush and native grasses ideal for grazing and wildlife forage, and abundant water is provided by seven ponds and two electric water wells. With excellent hunting opportunities and a variety of wildlife, this versatile ranch is well-equipped and offers a strategic location near Laredo and Corpus Christi.
Mahoney Ranch
710± ACRES KIMBLE COUNTY,
TEXAS
Offering a perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility, just 27 miles from Junction and 87 miles from Fredericksburg. The property includes a cozy 1BR/1BA rock hunting cabin, a two-bay garage, and essential utilities, including two water wells and electricity. Rolling terrain with oak trees, seasonal creeks, and a pond provide both scenic views and ample water for wildlife and livestock. With abundant wildlife, including whitetail deer and turkey, and five hunting blinds in place, Mahoney Ranch offers prime opportunities for ranching, hunting, or weekend retreats.
ART LEGACY BLADESMITHING THE JOURNEY OF DANIEL COLLIER
& IRON GROVE TOOL COMPANY
by: Austi Garrett | Texas Ranch Journal
Daniel Collier never imagined that a welder’s life would lead him into the world of blacksmithing, but after years of fabricating metal in straight lines, he found himself longing for more. What started as a fascination with steel sculpture quickly evolved into a passion for forging knives, and by 2016, Daniel turned his newfound craft into a full-time business: Iron Grove Tool Company.
Operating out of Dripping Springs, Texas, Daniel’s company specializes in crafting culinary knives that blend artistry and function. He’s drawn to the challenge of creating tools that aren’t just beautiful, but that perform over time, embodying a heritage approach to design. “Form should follow function,” he explains. “Utility is beautiful, and the form falls into place.”
Iron Grove Tool Company stands apart from many knife makers, not only for its commitment to quality but also for the materials Daniel uses. The company prides itself on sourcing reclaimed and ancient materials, some of which haven’t been produced in over 100 years. Among the most unique are pieces of fossilized mammoth, 1,000-year-old bog wood from Eastern Europe, and reclaimed wrought iron—materials that add depth and character to each knife.
PHOTO BY: HAWK SULLIVAN
While Daniel’s passion is the driving force behind the business, he credits the team around him for helping Iron Grove Tool Company expand in recent years. What started as a solo operation has now grown into a small crew, and as demand for their knives continues to rise, they’ve expanded their offerings to include repeatable collections, such as the Homestead Collection, which is a team effort, and the Signature Collection, which features Daniel’s personal artistic work.
Creating Damascus steel knives, one of the company’s signature offerings, is no small feat. Damascus involves layering dissimilar materials together and welding them on a molecular level. “It’s not just a surface treatment,” Daniel says. “Iron shares electrons with the other materials, and once we grind and etch the knife, the pattern appears.” The process requires patience and precision, and sometimes, the results are as much a surprise to Daniel as they are to the customer.
But it’s not just about the knives. Iron Grove Tool Company offers blacksmithing classes where people can step into the shop and make their own creations. From half-day classes to full-day experiences, the workshops invite individuals, including kids, to get their hands dirty and create their own culinary tools. “It’s all about showing people that this craft is more approachable than they might think,” Daniel shares. The company even helped some students start their own knife-making businesses after taking their classes.
PHOTO BY: HAWK SULLIVAN
Beyond the work itself, Daniel feels strongly about promoting the value of trade work, particularly among young people. “I wish more people knew that trades, like blacksmithing, are a real career option,” he says. “Too often, it’s overlooked in favor of more traditional paths, but this is a way to build a life doing something you love. It’s attainable, and it’s something that you can carry with you.”
As a parent, Daniel is already passing on his craft to his children, integrating blacksmithing into their homeschooling. His sons come to the shop on “Metal Shop Mondays” to work on projects and learn the craft hands-on, from making grilling tools to more whimsical creations like magic wands. “Whatever sparks their interest, we make it happen,” he says. And as they grow, he hopes they will continue the legacy of learning and creating, carrying forward the belief that pursuing a trade can be just as fulfilling as any other career.
Looking ahead, Daniel plans to dive deeper into his Signature Collection, pushing the limits of what he can create with his tools and materials. And as the company grows, he hopes to inspire others to explore trades like blacksmithing, encouraging the next generation to follow their passions and make a living doing what they love.
PHOTO BY: HAWK SULLIVAN
Salt Fork Ranch
3789± ACRES GREER COUNTY, OKLAHOMA
Recreational property offering exceptional ranching, hunting, and outdoor living opportunities. The property features two miles of Salt Fork of the Red River frontage, diverse terrain with rolling hills, and well-maintained pastures, making it ideal for livestock management.
Improvements include a 4,000± sq/ft ranch house, extensive barn and workshop facilities, and excellent water sources, including solar wells and stocked ponds. With abundant wildlife and easy access to nearby towns, Salt Fork Ranch offers a perfect combination of productivity and natural beauty.
Y-BELL RANCH
435± ACRES
2,775± ACRE BLM ALLOTMENT CROOK COUNTY, OREGON
Powell Butte, Oregon
8,863± sq/ft main home
2,775± acre BLM lease
1 guest home & manager’s homes
40± acres of flood irrigation
Incredible equestrian facilities
Numerous equipment and hay barns.
RUSSELL RANCH
7,677± DEEDED ACRES
320± BLM ALLOTMENT
7,997± TOTAL ACRES CROOK COUNTY, OREGON
Prineville, Oregon
4 homes
Various sheds, shops, and barns
Incredible livestock facilities
3 domestic wells, 2 irrigation wells, 25,000± gallon tank
28± acre irrigation pivot, horse pastures, & timber
SUMMIT PRAIRIE
9,020± DEEDED ACRES
640± BLM ALLOTMENT
9,660± TOTAL ACRES CROOK COUNTY, OREGON
Prineville, Oregon
6,220± irrigated acres
2 lakes
Miles of rivers and creeks
New fencing
Summer grazing for 1,400± pair
Abundant wildlife
LOP hunting tags available
TAMARACK Oregon
This 34-acre equestrian property in Joseph, Oregon, offers state-of-the-art facilities for horse training, boarding, and breeding. The main stable features 20 oversized stalls with automatic waterers, runs, and fans, complemented by a 28,000-square-foot indoor arena with smart-system controls and LED lighting. Additional structures include a foaling barn, equipment barn, feed and hay barn, outdoor arenas, round pens, and a 6-horse EuroXiser. The property also boasts 17 irrigated paddocks, a pond with a bridge and pier, and a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom foreman’s house. Located near Joseph State Airport, it offers both convenience and scenic beauty.
34± ACRES WALLOWA COUNTY, OREGON
Three Numbers That Define Federal’s New 7mm Backcountry Cartridge
Federal Ammunition has recently launched a groundbreaking long-action hunting cartridge focused on 7mm/.284 heavy-for-caliber bullets, raising the bar for what a non-magnum, centerfire rifle hunting load can achieve. Three numbers quickly back the innovation behind it: 20, 170 and 3,000.
The all-new, Federal-designed 7mm Backcountry cartridge is boosted by the new, patented Peak Alloy™ case technology, which provides magnum performance in a standard bolt face rifle. Through 20-inch barrels and with 170-grain bullets, it can achieve 3,000 feet-per-second (fps).
Here is the breakdown of this new cartridge’s three main benefits for hunters.
1: THE FASTEST CARTRIDGE
7mm Backcountry utilizes a revolutionary high-strength case technology that results in the fastest production 7mm rifle cartridge on the planet.
One look at the packaging of Federal’s new cartridge tells the story of its speed.
“Welcome to the future of rifle cartridges,” said Mike Holm, Federal’s Director of Centerfire Rifle Ammunition. “With our new 7mm Backcountry cartridge, hunters and shooters will experience true innovation. Those three numbers spotlight the three advantages of this new cartridge. It utilizes a revolutionary high-strength case technology that results in the fastest production 7mm rifle cartridge on the planet. This extreme speed allows for flat shooting while enabling the hunter to shoot a shorter barrel rifle to take advantage of a suppressor. The non-magnum-size cartridge retains magazine capacity and can be loaded with heavy bullets for greater ballistic coefficients and down-range performance.”
“Traditional ammunition typically uses brass cases with muzzle-velocity data advertised on its box that is generated using an industry-standard 24-inch factory test barrel,” explained Brad Abramowski, Federal’s Centerfire Rifle Ammunition Engineer. “And although we still spotlight 7mm Backcountry’s astounding speed for a 24-inch barrel on the front of every box, we also detail the velocity data from 20-inch barrels on the back of the box. This is because hunters are trending toward using shorter-barrel rifles with suppressors. They want a rifle with a shorter barrel to make it more manageable while on the hunt, but they also want to achieve that blistering speed goal of 3,000 feet-per-second for flatshooting performance.”
For example, Federal’s 155-grain Terminal Ascent bullet, the lightest bullet Federal will initially offer in 7mm Backcountry, has an astonishing 24-inch barrel muzzle velocity of 3,300 fps. And, its 20-inch barrel data comes in at 3,150 fps. Through a 16.5-inch barrel, it can still clock an impressive 3,000 fps. Federal’s load, with the heaviest bullet being offered and with the highest ballistic coefficient (the Berger Elite Hunter 195-grain bullet), produces a 24-inch barrel muzzle velocity of 3,000 fps. Its 20-inch barrel velocity still comes in at 2,850 fps. These remarkable numbers are currently unreachable, even in 7mm PRC.
Peak Alloy case technology is the cornerstone of the new cartridge. The patented, high-strength steel alloy—similar to the steel alloys used in bank safes, race cars, and nuclear reactors—is stronger than brass used in conventional cases. This allows it to safely handle higher chamber pressures, boosting velocities to magnum levels through a shorter barrel while maintaining comparable, if not reduced, perceived recoil.
“7mm Backcountry is a result of six years of development,” explained Abramowski. “Driven by the U.S. military’s need for improved performance ammunition, we tested many materials at high pressures to ensure rifle function out of a one-piece case configuration for manufacturing efficiency and design reliability. Peak Alloy delivers everything we dreamed it would. It can be loaded at a maximum chamber pressure of 80,000 pounds per square inch (psi) and achieve 3,000 fps velocities with 170-grain class bullets out of 20-inch barrels.”
When developing the cartridge, Federal engineers developed testing to confirm safety when loading highstrength steel cases at 80,000 psi.
2: SHORT BARRELS AND SUPPRESSORS
This extreme speed allows for flat shooting while enabling the hunter to shoot a shorter barrel rifle to take advantage of a suppressor.
The Federal product team constantly analyzes current market trends. Over the past several years, the market has been moving toward shorter barrels and suppressors.
“We acknowledge that hunters are moving away from magnum cartridges in long barrels to short, light, compact rifles with suppressors,” said Holm. “And that move makes sense. Shorter-barreled firearms make everything easier when traveling with UTVs or other vehicles, hiking in a thick forest setting, maneuvering in hunting blinds, and you name it. However, shooters lose velocity when barrels are shortened, so there is a trade-off. Innovation was needed to deliver the advantages of hunting with shorter barrels while maintaining high velocities for flatter-shooting trajectory and projectile energy.”
Suppressors are quickly gaining popularity within the hunting market for reasons that don’t require explanation.
“The results showed that brass cases loaded at pressures normal for brass cases created similar stress as high-strength steel alloy cases loaded at significantly higher chamber pressures,” continued Abramowski. “Peak Alloy allows Federal to safely increase chamber pressures far beyond the limits of brass case ammunition. Additionally, Peak Alloy cases help increase muzzle velocity without a proportionate increase in felt recoil, which is a bonus.”
“We now hunt in modern times, so suppressors are everywhere, and rightfully so,” explained Holm. “However, cartridges and rifles haven’t kept pace with this trend. Installing an 8-inch suppressor on a 24-inch barrel results in an awkward and impractical platform. To counter this, many shooters are selecting rifles chambered in cartridges like 7mm PRC with 20-inch barrels to make room for their suppressor. But, in the process, they lose the magnum velocities, energy, and trajectories their cartridge supplied initially.”
Federal also followed the modern 7mm projectile trend for its new high-tech hunting cartridge.
“There is a plethora of 7mm hunting cartridges in the current market,” continued Holm. “This is because of the excellent ballistic performance bullets with high ballistic coefficients and heavy weights already existing in the .284-caliber. So, choosing 7mm made the most sense compared to other calibers. In that caliber, 7mm PRC is the king, so we set out to beat it, and we did that. Due to its safe higher chamber pressures, a 7mm Backcountry 170-grain Terminal Ascent shot through a 24-inch barrel gives you a muzzle velocity of around 3,150 fps, whereas a 7mm PRC with the same bullet generates about 2,950 fps. Through a 20-inch barrel, 7mm Backcountry shoots approximately 3,000 fps while the 7mm PRC is only 2,850 fps.”
3: HEAVY BULLETS WITH HIGH BC
The non-magnum-size cartridge retains magazine capacity and can be loaded with heavy bullets for greater ballistic coefficients and down-range performance.
Federal launched its new cartridge with some of the industry’s best all-range and long-range projectiles to fully exploit the velocity, energy, range, and trajectory advantages of 7mm Backcountry. These flat-shooting, 170-plus-grain class, heavy-for-caliber bullets offer the optimal balance between sleekness and energy, touting high ballistic coefficients (BC).
“Our goal was to take the new case technology and design the ultimate, high-tech hunting cartridge that could handle loadings at a higher pressure,” said Eric Miller, Federal’s Centerfire Rifle Product Line Manager. “We also wanted it to operate in non-magnum, standard long actions to keep room for round capacity. The result is a non-magnumlooking cartridge with the same neck length as 7mm PRC, body taper and shoulder angle as 6.5 Creedmoor, and a cartridge size similar to 30-06 Springfield or 280 Ackley Improved. Yet it accepts heavy bullets with a long ogive.”
Federal Ammunition will offer this new cartridge in its internally designed Terminal Ascent 155- and 170-grain bullet options. The company touts this Federal Premium® product line as the best-performing hunting projectiles it has ever built.
“Terminal Ascent is our flagship all-range big game bullet that extracts the utmost performance from the 7mm Backcountry cartridge,” said Miller. “Its bonded construction penetrates deep on close targets, while the patented Slipstream polymer tip initiates expansion at extreme long range. The 155-grain load is the fastest 7mm on the market with 3,150 fps out of a 20-inch barrel, while the 170-grain achieves 3,000 fps out of 20-inch barrels. The 155-grain bullet has a G1 BC of .586, and the 170-grain is .645.”
Next is Federal’s Barnes LRX 168-grain load. This offering is specifically for those looking for an all-copper option. “Armed with a high ballistic coefficient, polymer tip, and unique nose cavity, the all-copper Barnes LRX takes down tough game at both close range and extended distances,” continued Miller. “Barnes is a well-known, well-established brand that needs little explanation. This 168-grain bullet achieves 3,000 fps from a 20-inch barrel and has a G1 BC of .513.”
The Federal-engineered Fusion Tipped 175-grain option will be popular among hunters looking for reliable, accurate ammunition at a specific price point.
“Fusion Tipped was just released last year, yet was born from its extremely popular Fusion soft-point cousin,” explained Miller. “Fusion’s molecular bonding paired with a streamlined polymer tip gives Fusion Tipped 7mm Backcountry the ability to go the distance and deliver a devastating blow to big game. This 175-grain bullet achieves 2,975 fps from a 20-inch barrel and has a G1 BC of .575.”
Finally, Federal will also load its new 7mm Backcountry cartridge with Berger Elite Hunter 195-grain bullets. These bullets have an incredible ballistic coefficient, the highest on the market among hunting bullets.
“We specifically designed all the dimensions of this new cartridge to be able to accept the longest, heaviest bullets the current marketplace has to offer,” said Miller. “The Berger Elite Hunter’s thin jacket produces extreme shock and a massive wound cavity on impact. This 195-grain bullet achieves 2,850 fps out of a 20-inch barrel and has a G1 BC of .755.”
A GOAL ACHIEVED
In developing 7mm Backcountry, Federal’s team of engineers set out to design a cartridge that answered a market need that seemed unsolvable—magnum velocity out of shorter barrels without a proportionate increase in felt recoil. They achieved this goal and produced true innovation in the process, creating a new way to make rifle ammunition faster, flatter-shooting and more powerful.
Federal’s 7mm Backcountry is an entirely new highperformance, all-range cartridge that reinvents ammunition as we know it. But achieving this incredible feat is nothing without the tools to ignite it. Federal Ammunition engaged with many major gun companies while developing 7mm Backcountry, realizing that a 7mm-optimized cartridge is perfect for today’s market trends. Those manufacturers are working on dozens of rifle models chambered for the new cartridge.
Learn more at: www.federalpremium.com.
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BELLA SERA RANCH
49± county Anderson acres
This property boasts a fully equipped 6,720 sq/ft event venue, a historic-style chapel, and a cozy log cabin on 49± acres of landscaped grounds with a pond’s ideal for a wedding venue or event center. Located just outside Palestine, East Texas, it offers both accessibility and charm with comprehensive facilities. Palestine texas
MESQUITE ACRES RANCH
33± county Bee acres
Pawnee
texas
This property features open pastures, mature mesquite trees, and abundant wildlife. With a solar-powered water well supplying a pond and cement trough, this low-fenced ranch is perfect for hunting, livestock, or a rural getaway‚ just over an hour from San Antonio and Corpus Christi.
HORIZON OAKS RANCH
10± county Bandera acres
Medina texas
A private hilltop retreat with stunning Hill Country views, just 1± mile from Medina. Features a fully remodeled 1934 home with modern upgrades, two fireplaces, a steam room/sauna, game fencing, and an electric gated entrance.
VAQUERO OAK RANCH
20± county Bexar acres
Von Ormy texas
This property features a 3BR/2BA brick home, two small ponds, and a wet-weather creek. With 80% brush, abundant wildlife, and established hunting setups, this lowfenced property offers a balance of rural tranquility and urban accessibility‚ just 20± miles from downtown San Antonio.
HILLTOP RANCH
257± county Blanco acres
Blanco
texas
Rolling hills, scattered oaks, and 3,900± ft of spring-fed creek with a concrete dam. With abundant wildlife, excellent hunting, and multiple ideal building sites, this lowfenced ranch presents a prime opportunity for recreation or a dream home, just minutes from Blanco.
VON RANCH
325± county Bowie acres
De Kalb
texas
Turnkey hunting ranch featuring a 3BR/2BA home, two metal shop buildings, and an underground bunker. With 85% timber, a stocked fishing pond, 4,000± feet of Holly Creek, and extensive hunting setups, this low-fenced property is perfect for hunting, fishing, and timber investment.
PEARCE RANCH
80± county Bowie acres
De Kalb texas
A turnkey hunting ranch featuring a converted Conex cabin, equipment storage, and full utilities. With 95% timber, a trail network, Holly Creek, and multiple ponds, this low-fenced property offers prime whitetail deer hunting, just off US259 with easy access to major cities.
DOUBLE E RANCHETTE
8± county Brewster acres
Alpine texas
Features a 3,026± sq/ft 3BR/2BA home, a barn with a three-car garage, and an above-ground pool with a deck. Fully highfenced for privacy, this ranchette offers stunning mountain views, native wildlife, and easy access to Marfa and Big Bend National Park.
STONE MOUNTAIN PLACE
21± county Burnet
acres
Marble Falls
texas
A private property in the gated Stone Mountain community, offering scenic Hill Country views and multiple building sites. With underground utilities, a community water system, and an Ag exemption, this tranquil retreat is just 10 minutes from Marble Falls and an hour from Austin.
BRUSHY MEADOW RANCH
477± county Burnet
acres
Burnet
texas
A scenic property featuring rolling hills, mature hardwoods, and historical significance. Located near Lake Buchanan, it offers diverse landscapes, multiple water sources, abundant wildlife, and excellent accessibility making it ideal for recreation, hunting, or investment.
EAST CREEK RANCH
acres
30± county Burnet
Burnet texas
A luxurious estate featuring a stunning 3BR/3.5BA custom home, guest house, bunkhouse, and multiple climate-controlled barns. Highlights include a 1.5± acre lake, a re-circulating creek, extensive water storage, and a full-ranch backup generator. With breathtaking Hill Country views, abundant wildlife, and top-tier amenities, this property is perfect for entertaining, relaxation, and outdoor enjoyment.
CREEKSIDE ACRES
14± county Comanche
acres
Features open pastures, scattered live oaks, and mesquite trees, perfect for agricultural, livestock, or residential use. With a scenic wet-weather creek and abundant wildlife, this property offers potential for a picturesque homesite or recreational ranch, conveniently located near Sidney and within commuting distance to Fort Worth. Sidney texas
COMANCHE 19
19± county Comanche acres
Comanche texas
This property features a detached garage, gym/storage shed, and ample covered storage, surrounded by open pastures and mature trees, including fruit trees and large oaks. Located near Stephenville and Fort Worth, with city water and an additional electric well, Comanche 19 offers residential comfort, agricultural potential, and recreational opportunities for a serene country lifestyle.
RIEFLER RANCH
12± county Denton acres
Sanger texas
A 12± acre horse property with two wellmaintained homes, equestrian facilities, and a large shop. Featuring frontage on Sam Bass Rd, access to I-35, and proximity to Ray Roberts Lake, this Ag-exempt ranch offers country living with modern convenience‚ ideal for families or investors.
BLUE DUCK RIDGE
209± county Crockett acres
Ballinger texas
A perfect blend of native brush and pasture with scenic canyons and hills, just six miles south of Ozona. This turnkey hunting retreat features established utilities, a 35± ft 5th wheel RV, and a 40± ft storage container, plus extensive hunting infrastructure with blinds and feeders for whitetail and axis deer, turkey, quail, dove, and hogs. Blue Duck Ridge is an ideal escape for recreation and relaxation.
NEWBY 25
25± county Edwards acres
Rocksprings texas
Featuring diverse terrain with elevations up to 2,200± feet, this property offers panoramic views of rolling hills, cedar and hackberry forests, and a wet-weather creek. Half brush and half open pasture, it supports native and exotic wildlife, including whitetail and axis deer, turkey, dove, fallow deer, and blackbuck antelope. A prime recreational retreat or investment opportunity.
HILLTOP HIDEAWAY
47± county Edwards acres
Rocksprings
texas
This newly remodeled 2BR/1.5BA cabin sits on a high ridge with scenic views. The property features rolling terrain, a mix of brush and pasture, a small pond, and ATV trails. With abundant wildlife and an agricultural exemption, it’s perfect for hunting, recreation, or a private getaway.
AXIS HILLS RANCH
23± county Edwards acres
Rocksprings
texas
Offering rolling hills, scenic views, and a newly constructed yet unfinished home, this property features a mix of native brush and pasture, an Ag exemption, and abundant wildlife‚ ideal for off-grid recreation, hunting, or a future getaway.
SUNRISE RANCH
47± county Edwards acres
Rocksprings
texas
A 47± acre wildlife haven with rolling terrain, a wet-weather creek, and dense native tree cover. With abundant game, potential building sites, and nearby utilities, this property is perfect for hunting, recreation, or a peaceful country retreat.
BOX CANYON
acres
93± county Edwards
Rocksprings texas
This ranch features a 2BR/1BA cabin with solar power, a propane setup, and a solar water well. With diverse terrain, a scenic ravine, a wet-weather creek, and abundant wildlife, this Ag-exempt property is perfect for hunting, hiking, or a secluded getaway near Lake Amistad.
HIDDEN PINES
acres
95± county Edwards
Rocksprings
texas
This secluded property features a 500± sq/ft cabin with solar power, battery, and generator backup, plus a new 40×45 metal cover for protection. The land consists of 70% brush and 30% pasture, with cedar clearing and a scenic pinion pine area. Access is via deeded easement, with newly constructed roads and UTV trails. The ranch offers abundant wildlife, including axis, aoudad, and elk.
G2 RANCH
Luxurious accommodations and extensive recreational facilities, including a 13,000± sq ft lodge with guest suites, dining for 150± guests, and multiple entertainment areas. This fully operational, high-fenced property offers world-class Whitetail and exotic animal breeding, multiple hunting setups, and extensive water features. Sold fully furnished with all amenities and wildlife included. Pearsall
HERNANDEZ RANCH
50± county Falls
acres
The property features a recently added 8×20± ft livable container with generator power. The land is low-fenced, crossfenced, and a mix of timber and pasture, with several trails for easy access. The ranch is home to whitetail deer, with hunting blinds and feeders. Currently under agricultural exemption, the ranch offers development potential, hunting opportunities, or a peaceful country retreat.
HACIENDA HAWKINS
acres
1105± county
acres
Frio
20± county Gillespie
Fredericksburg
texas
The property features a 1,781± sq/ft, 3BR/2BA rustic home built in 2021, a 30×40 insulated barn with plumbing and air conditioning, and a 288± sq/ft sheshed. 70/30 pasture and native brush, with native wildlife including whitetail deer and dove. With excellent infrastructure, the ranch offers both residential and income potential, ideal for a personal residence, hunting retreat, or Airbnb rental.
Marlin texas
KINGSBURY RANCH
21± county Guadalupe
acres
Wimberley
texas
The property features fully perimeterfenced and cross-fenced land, a small cabin, several outbuildings, barns, and a set of working livestock pens. It’s equipped with an electric water well, septic system, and electricity, making it ready for use. The land consists of native grasses, with some cedar and mesquite growth. Mineral rights included.
BOLTON ACRES
36± county Guadalupe
acres
Marion
texas
A rural homestead just minutes from Cibolo, Seguin, and San Antonio. Featuring a 3,275± sq/ft custom home, multiple barns, and open pastures, this Ag-exempt property is ideal for livestock, hay production, or a private country retreat in Marion ISD.
BLUESTEM HOMESTEAD
35± county Guadalupe
acres
New Braunfels
texas
The property features rolling terrain with panoramic views, improved pastures, mature Live Oaks, and a stock pond. With utilities in place, including electricity from GVEC and water from Crystal Clear Special Utility District, it’s ready for immediate use or development.
ROLLING B RANCH
86± county Guadalupe
acres
Seguin
texas
Offers a private, secluded location 53± miles from San Antonio and 79± miles from Austin. Featuring cross-fenced raw land with mature trees, a solar-powered water well, and ideal building sites, this tranquil property is perfect for a recreational escape or peaceful homestead.
JAHNS RANCH
128± county Guadalupe acres
A secluded ranch with a 2,800± sq/ ft home offering breathtaking views, two water wells, stock ponds, and over half a mile of Sawlog Creek. Featuring majestic oak trees, rich soil, abundant wildlife, and excellent hunting, this private retreat blends natural beauty, tranquility, and modern comfort. Seguin texas
DUNN RANCH
137± county Hays acres
Wimberley texas
Just 4± miles from Wimberley, this property offers commercial potential with extensive road frontage. It includes a 1,600± sq/ft home, a 2,000± sq/ft barn, game fencing, a pond, and a wet-weather creek. With 25± acres zoned for commercial use and unrestricted acreage by 2033, this ranch offers prime investment, recreational, and development opportunities.
GRAHAM RANCH
30± county Hamilton acres
Hamilton texas
Blending tranquility with accessibility, Graham Ranch offers 1,000± feet of frontage on CR 622, a new pipe-gated entrance with flagpoles, and a newly constructed all-weather road leading to a hilltop with panoramic views. Surrounded by mature oak trees and fenced on three sides, this property is perfect for a homesite or recreational escape, with an agricultural exemption in place.
JACK 100 RANCH
100± county Jack acres
Jacksboro texas
A mix of open pasture and dense cover, featuring a spring-fed creek with scenic waterfalls. Surrounded by large ranches, this well-maintained property offers excellent hunting, livestock potential, and multiple homesite options, with electricity available and the option to divide into smaller tracts.
HADLEY RANCH
35± county Jasper acres
Kirbyville texas
This property includes a 2BR/1BA hunting cabin, a storage shed, and an electric water well. With dense East Texas timberland, a pond, and a wet-weather creek, this secluded retreat is perfect for hunting, recreation, or rural living, with easy access to major cities.
G5 RANCH
498± county Jim Wells acres
Alice texas
A South Texas property with two homes, a pond, and a wet-weather creek. Featuring native brush, extensive trails, and six hunting blinds, it offers excellent hunting and recreation, conveniently located near Alice and Corpus Christi.
OLD SOUR LAKE FARM
23± county Jefferson acres
Beaumont texas
Featuring a renovated 3BR brick house, a metal shop, and a mix of mature oaks and pasture land, this property is ideal for a small-scale ranch or peaceful country living. Located within the Hardin Jefferson School District and close to Houston, it offers convenience and versatility for family life or a weekend retreat.
THE RANCHITA
45± county Karnes acres
Kenedy texas
A hunting and ranching property with South Texas brush, open senderos, and large mesquites. Low-fenced and surrounded by larger ranches, it offers excellent privacy, wildlife opportunities, and potential for a future homesite, just minutes from Kenedy and within 1.5 hours of San Antonio and Corpus Christi.
CCC RANCH
78± county Karnes acres
Kenedy
texas
A 78± acre hunting retreat with a 3,500± sq/ft lodge, guest quarters, and equipment barns. Featuring low-fenced pastures, senderos, and a stocked pond, this property is perfect for hunting, ranching, or a private getaway, just six miles from Kenedy.
ROCKWATER RANCH
190± county Kaufman acres
Terrell texas
CORRIVAL RANCH
Premier equestrian center in Sisterdale, Texas, with boarding, rehab, conditioning therapy, a full surgical suite, and training and breeding facilities. With over 100,000 sq/ft of barn space, multiple arenas, housing units, and 1± mile of Sister Creek frontage, this exceptional facility is a rare investment opportunity in the Texas Hill Country. Sisterdale
57± county Kendall acres
texas
Lakefront property in Kaufman County, just 50± miles from Dallas, featuring a 38± acre, 55± ft deep lake. With wooded areas, pasture, and native brush, this wildlife-exempt ranch offers development potential, hunting, and outdoor recreation near Lake Tawakoni.
SANCUDO RANCH
30± county Kerr acres
Junction texas
A blend of 70% native brush and 30% open pasture, ideal for hunting, residential, or recreational use. This accessible ranch features scenic homesites, a small pond, partial low fencing, and a hunting blind with a corn feeder to attract native and exotic wildlife. Sancudo Ranch offers a great opportunity for a personal retreat or hunting paradise in the heart of Texas Hill Country.
LOST MAN’S RANCH
74± county Kerr acres
Junction
texas
Hill Country land with 80% native brush and 20% open pasture. This property includes a 30x40 barn, four RV hookups, and utilities (electric water well and electricity), making it perfect for residential or recreational use. High fenced on two sides and low on the others, it offers scenic homesites and is equipped for hunting with blinds, feeders, and a water trough, attracting diverse native and exotic wildlife.
RED SHED RANCH
A 279± acre ranch in Lamar County with a 7,521± sq/ft main house, barndominium, multiple barns, and livestock facilities. Featuring a 6.5± acre lake, Sanders Creek, and diverse native and exotic wildlife, this USDA-accredited, Ag-exempt property is perfect for recreation, animal breeding, or farming operations. Honey Grove
279± county Lamar acres
texas
41± county Kinney acres
DOS CERVEZAS
Brackettville
texas
A perfect blend of accessibility and seclusion, located near Hwy 90 with easy access to San Antonio and Del Rio. This property features a 1,250± sq/ft hunting cabin, electricity, and an electric water well, ready for immediate use or development. Surrounded by high-protein native brush, it offers excellent wildlife habitat, including whitetail deer, axis, turkey, dove, and wild hogs.
DEVERS INVESTMENT RANCH
332± county Liberty acres
Offering multiple revenue streams, including sand and soil excavation, mat disposal, and carbon sequestration leases. This property features a solar-powered 3,000± sq/ft barndominium, productive hay fields, a pond, and Spindletop Bayou, providing income potential and recreational opportunities near Houston. Devers
texas
MAYBIN RANCHETTE
72± county Limestone acres
Potential for a private ranch, hunting grounds, or homesite, with frontage on FM 339 and access to community water. Located within an Opportunity Zone, this property offers tax incentives for investors, combining wooded and pasture land with abundant wildlife, just 20± miles from Waco. Groesbeck texas
TIMBER CREEK RANCH
35± county Marion acres
Jefferson
texas
A secluded East Texas property with dense timber, a pond, and a wet-weather creek. Offering versatile potential for recreation or investment, it features natural beauty, utility access, and proximity to Jefferson, Longview, and Shreveport.
PECAN CREEK HUNTING CAMP
117± county Llano acres
Llano
texas
A private ranch in Llano County with 1/4± mile of live water, granite outcroppings, and diverse terrain. Featuring a 3BR hunting cabin, a large barn, two water wells, and abundant wildlife, this Ag-exempt property is perfect for hunting, recreation, or a peaceful getaway near Llano and Fredericksburg.
7HU RANCH
Marion acres
166± county
Jefferson texas
Mixed timberland and open pasture ideal for hunting, farming, and recreation. This secluded property features a rustic 2BR/2BA house, barn storage, two ponds, and abundant wildlife, just a short drive from Jefferson and outdoor activities at Lake O’ The Pines and Caddo Lake.
WILD HERD RANCH
64± county Mason acres
Pontotoc texas
A private retreat in Mason County with a newly built 2BR/1BA barndominium, a pond, and wet-weather creeks. Featuring granite outcroppings, native grasses, mature oaks, and abundant wildlife, this Ag-exempt property is perfect for hunting, ranching, or a peaceful getaway near Llano and Enchanted Rock.
CROSS HILL ACRES
A scenic property in Medina County with high elevations and stunning views of Castroville and the surrounding hills. Bordering Castroville Regional Park, this land features cleared building sites, South Texas brush, abundant wildlife, and available utilities‚ ideal for a private estate or future development. Castroville texas
BRADY BUNCH RANCH
1901± county McCulloch acres
Brady texas
A well-watered property with ten ponds, a mile of Cow Creek, and diverse terrain featuring live oaks, brush, and pastureland. With abundant wildlife, an agricultural exemption, and multiple building sites, this ranch offers prime opportunities for ranching, hunting, and investment.
VALDINA RANCH
17± county Medina acres
621± county Medina acres
D’Hanis texas
A historic Medina County property blending Hill Country charm with South Texas Plains, featuring a converted filly barn with entertainment facilities, a speakeasy guest house, and extensive equestrian and livestock infrastructure. With Seco Creek frontage, rolling terrain, multiple water wells, and event potential, this ranch offers a rare mix of history, recreation, and investment opportunity.
QUARTERBACK LAKE RANCH WEST
2512± county Medina
D’Hanis
texas
acres A premier high-fenced hunting ranch in Medina County with a 28± acre lake, multiple wet-weather creeks, and diverse wildlife, including a trophy whitetail pasture. Featuring a 4BR/2BA home, equipment barns, and rolling terrain, this property offers exceptional hunting, recreation. Additional acreage available
RANCHO DE COLLIE
11± county Panola acres
Long Branch
texas
Equestrian estate featuring a 2,990± sq/ ft ranch-style house with modern amenities, multiple barns, and a professional-size roping arena, ideal for horse enthusiasts. Located near Carthage and Nacogdoches, this property blends luxurious living with functional outdoor facilities for training and events.
STONEBURG STARGAZING FARM
24± county Montague
acres
A versatile property in Montague County with open pastures, scattered trees, and wet-weather runoff from West Belknap Creek. Featuring cross-fencing, a livestock pen, RV hookups, and hunting setups, this Ag-exempt ranch offers opportunities for agriculture, hunting, or country living with easy access to outdoor recreation.
TIMBER TRAILS RANCH
14± county Polk acres
Livingston
texas
Private, wooded properties in Polk County with mixed timber, a wet-weather creek, and abundant wildlife. Featuring gated entrances, driveways, and planned electricity installation, these tracts are ideal for homes, recreation, or timber investment, just an hour from Houston.
Multiple lots available.
CANYON CREEK RANCH
732± county Reeves acres
A private West Texas property southwest of Pecos, offering vast native terrain, stunning views, and abundant wildlife. With wet-weather creeks, diverse game, and proximity to Big Bend and MidlandOdessa, this ranch is perfect for hunting, recreation, or investment in the rugged beauty of West Texas. Pecos texas
DE LA PAZ RANCH
84± county San Saba acres
Richland Springs texas
A well-equipped property in San Saba County with rolling pastureland, working pens, cross-fencing, and two ponds. Featuring a 3BR/1BA home and a rural water meter, this Ag-exempt ranch is perfect for livestock operations or a country retreat, with easy access to nearby towns.
GRAN PASTO RANCH
391± county Robertson acres
Calvert texas
A versatile property in Robertson County with wooded areas, pastures, and wetweather creeks. Featuring strong hay production, an agricultural exemption, abundant wildlife, and multiple home sites, this ranch offers opportunities for cattle operations, hunting, or rural living, just 40 minutes from Bryan/College Station.
BIG SANDY SABINE RIVER RANCH
125± county Smith
acres
Winona texas
A scenic East Texas property in Winona with half a mile of Sabine River frontage, wooded terrain, and abundant wildlife. Ideal for waterfowl hunting, fishing, or recreation, this Ag-exempt ranch offers a convenient escape near Tyler, Dallas, and Shreveport.
PINNELL & NICHOLS RANCH
A secluded property in Titus County with open pasture, scattered trees, two ponds, and a wet-weather creek. Ag-exempt and ideal for grazing, development, or expansion, this versatile ranch offers privacy with easy access to Mount Pleasant, Texarkana, and Dallas. Mt. Pleasant texas
46± county Titus acres
30± county Travis acres
Spicewood texas
IVANHOE 40
40 acres of unrestricted, mixed timberland with potential for residential, commercial development, or long-term investment. With dense woods, subdivision potential, and frontage on HWY 69, this property offers multiple uses, from private retreats to strategic business locations, with proximity to local amenities and major recreational areas. Woodville texas
40± county Tyler acres
FORTY FLOWERS
A scenic property in Travis County with a 3,600± sq/ft main house, two guest cabins, a horse barn with stalls, and an in-ground pool. Featuring Pedernales River frontage, mixed terrain, and abundant wildlife, this Ag-exempt ranch offers a private retreat or investment opportunity, just 28± miles from Austin.
TWISTED OAKS RANCH
40± county Upshur acres
Diana texas
A versatile 40± acre property with a spacious 4BR/3BA home, multiple barns, and former deer breeding pens, ideal for residential, recreational, or agricultural use. Located near Diana, Texas, and close to Lake O’ the Pines, this property combines dense timberland, open pasture, and significant improvements, perfect for hunting, timber production, or more.
SABINAL RIVER RANCH
JUNO 44 RANCH
Uvalde acres
600± county
Sabinal texas
A turnkey hunting and recreational ranch in Uvalde County with a furnished 4BR/3BA home, 1.5 miles of Sabinal River frontage, and abundant wildlife, including Whitetail, Axis, and Fallow deer. Equipped with hunting blinds, feeders, food plots, five ponds, and two wells, this property offers exceptional opportunities for hunting, ranching, or a private getaway.
DEVILS RIVER DREAM
30± county
Val Verde acres
Del Rio texas
This property features a 2BR/2BA energyefficient home, limestone rock banks, sycamore trees, and hilltop views. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, it offers kayaking, canoeing, and fishing. Additional improvements include a metal storage building, laundry area with outdoor shower, and high-fenced garden. Ideal for a vacation home, permanent residence, or rental investment.
Val Verde acres
44± county
Del Rio texas
Offers easy access to the Devils River within the High Lonesome Ranch Community. The land features rolling hills, a mix of open pasture and dense brush, ideal for wildlife. Multiple building sites with stunning views are available. The ranch supports Whitetail, axis, and sika deer, aoudad, blackbuck, red stag, turkey, dove, and quail. Under agricultural exemption with access to shared community wells.
DEVILS RIVER EAGLES NEST HIDEAWAY
acres
65± county
Val Verde
Del Rio texas
A secluded riverfront property featuring 650± feet of pristine turquoise waters, perfect for kayaking, canoeing, and fishing. The 2,000± sq/ft home includes 2 bedrooms, an outdoor shower, and a wraparound patio with expansive river views. Wildlife includes Aoudad and whitetail deer.
BIG H RANCH
BLUE VALLEY RANCH
Val Verde acres
679± county
Comstock texas
Improvements include a custom gated entrance, a 1,600 sq/ft 2BR/1BA barndominium, and a 1,000 sq/ft 2BR/2BA guest house, both fully furnished and move-in ready. Outdoor amenities feature a fire pit, game cleaning station, and shooting range. The diverse terrain supports whitetail deer, dove, quail, and turkey, with seven hunting blinds and feeders.
BROTHER RANCH
26820± county
Val Verde acres
Comstock texas
This ranch features diverse terrain with canyons, rolling hills, mesas, bluffs, and flatlands. The property includes historical structures, a landing strip, and hunting camps. Water resources consist of 11 wells, storage reservoirs, and ponds. Key features include Mayfield Canyon, Lewis Canyon, and multiple drainage channels like Cold Water, Boyd, and Zixto Canyons.
Val Verde acres
18940± county
Comstock texas
This ranch features diverse terrain with canyons, rolling hills, mesas, bluffs, and flatlands. The property includes historical structures, a hunting camp with electricity, and multiple water wells, reservoirs, and ponds, supplied by the Devils River Watershed. Wildlife thrives across the land, which also boasts scenic features like Wallace Canyon and Duncan Draw.
SOUTH END RANCH
35± county Van Zandt acres
Van texas
Ideally located between Terrell and Lindale, this property is a prime investment opportunity. Featuring a 3± acre lake, fertile pastures for hay production, and a variety of potential uses, from agriculture to residential development. With its proximity to urban amenities and extensive road frontage, South End Ranch offers an exceptional location for a private estate or long-term investment.
HEADLIGHT RANCH
PARKER FARM
acres
147± county
Van Zandt
Ben Wheeler
texas
Well-suited for cattle grazing and hay production, this property features low fencing, cross-fencing, and Coastal Bermuda Hay fields. With about six acres of mixed timber and a 1/2± acre pond, it offers a variety of uses. Utilities, including Co-Op water and electricity, are readily available, making it ideal for agriculture or potential commercial or residential development.
LACEY CREEK
acres
acres
514± county
Van Zandt
A versatile cattle ranch and recreational property in Van Zandt County, Texas, offering rich pastoral land and diverse wildlife habitats. Located near Edgewood and within an hour of Dallas and Tyler, this property features extensive frontage, 10 ponds, a 3.52± acre fishing pond, and 1,500± ft of Mill Creek, ideal for agricultural and leisure activities.
SHIP RANCH
Van Zandt
This property features 7 ponds, 1.6± miles of Lacey Fork Creek and Buck Branch Creek, 121± acres of floodplain, and 542± acres of pasture perfect for grazing and hay production. With perimeter fencing, six cross-fenced pastures, catch pens, and an electric utility easement, Lacey Creek Ranch offers excellent opportunities for cattle operations, recreation, or future development. Canton
720± county
texas
1198± county Webb acres
Laredo texas
This historic ranch features a renovated 4BR/4BA ranch-style home, a foreman’s house, extensive barns, working corrals, and a high-capacity water well from the Carrizo aquifer. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, the ranch boasts rolling brush country with abundant wildlife, including whitetail deer with exceptional genetics, waterfowl, and blue quail, along with two large lakes and several ponds.
Edgewood texas
DK RANCH
208± county Williamson acres
Liberty Hill
texas
The ranch includes three barns, a shop, cross-fenced pastures, and three ponds. The land is primarily pasture and farmland, with scattered brush and oak trees. Wildlife includes whitetail deer, dove, quail, and turkey. Located near Liberty Hill and Austin, this property offers development potential in a growing area.
NAYLOR RANCH
21± county Wood acres
Alba
texas
A 4BR/3BA brick home with spacious living areas and a sun room. The property includes an in-ground pool, outdoor kitchen, guest house, shop, and horse barn. With a stocked 4-acre lake, five ponds, and functional infrastructure, it’s ideal for agricultural or recreational use.
64 RANCH
64± county Wilson acres
San Antonio texas
Combining accessibility with rural charm, this property features a mix of cleared areas for grazing and dense coverage of mesquite, cactus, and mature trees, along with a small pond and over 2,100± feet of water features from Mariana Creek and seasonal runoff. Fenced and equipped with utilities, including a rural water meter and electricity. A perfect blend of country tranquility with urban convenience.
MEADOW RANCH
71± county Wood acres
Mineola texas
This versatile ranch features a hay field and pasture for grazing and hay production, along with a pond and road access, under Agriculture Exemption. With neighboring subdivisions, it offers development potential for single-family homes, with deed restrictions to ensure a cohesive community.
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