Field Notes

At 1,500 acres with over three miles of the South Platte running through it, Abell Ranch is one of Colorado’s most revered private fisheries—and the latest stop…

All across the west, rivers and creeks are surging as snow in the high country begins to melt and runoff takes hold. For eager anglers…

In recent years, rising wildfire threats and increasing property insurance costs have grown as major concerns for landowners across Colorado—particularly those managing large rural properties…

Disclaimer: The information provided in this article does not constitute legal advice. In recent ruling, the U.S. Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals found that “corner…

Owning a Western ranch provides a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the region’s premier winter recreation, all just outside your doorstep. With access to…

The beginning of a new year offers a moment to assess the factors that influenced the Western land market in 2024, and to consider how…

In the world of Western big game hunting, mule deer represent the ultimate chess match. Locating a mature, migratory buck within a vast expanse of…

While the 2024 big game hunting season is in full swing, 2025 landowner license deadlines are already fast approaching in many Western states. Although key…

Growing up in the flatlands of Indiana, hunting Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep in the vast wilderness areas of the Mountain West never even crossed my…

Across the mountain West, Fall is typically a pivotal time of year for landowners. Focus often turns to near-term activities and obligations such as putting…