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The Bohannon Ranch We’re fortunate to serve clients with a myriad of goals. Some are interested in continuing to or beginning a long term investment in rural land and water. For these folks, ranch and farm acquisitions might represent a certain element of safety in their investment portfolios. They endeavor to place a certain amount…
On December 8th, 2023, a federal ruling went to effect that allows the State of Colorado to move forward with the reintroduction of gray wolves, set into motion by the Proposition 114 ballot initiative. Prop. 114, passed in the 2020 election by a narrow margin of 1.91%. These wolves have been sourced by Colorado Parks…
For dedicated big game hunters, the anticipation of drawing a hunting license for the year ahead is second only to the anticipation of the hunt itself. For the past several years, Western big game hunting in particular has experienced a renessaince of popularity, with nonresident license applications more than doubling in several Rocky Mountain States.…
Western anglers often equate Spring with runoff conditions. As the annual snowpack begins to melt, rivers surge and cloud with silt, causing fly fishing to become oftentimes challenging and occasionally dangerous. As a result, many fishermen simply wait until runoff subsides- usually in June- to begin their angling efforts. Prior to runoff, however, a brief…
Riverfront and live-water land holdings represent some of the most desirable and least abundant ranch investment opportunities in the Mountain West. The persistently limited inventory of “Class A” ranch properties can present challenges for buyers, forcing them to think outside the box in seeking a suitable streamside retreat. For the purposes of this Field…
In a June 12th meeting, the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission voted to discontinue the availability of over the counter (OTC) archery elk hunting licenses for nonresidents beginning in 2025. This reduction in tag availability follows a months-long process of research on herd management, hunter satisfaction and financial implications as well as extensive public input…
The Ranching for Wildlife (RFW) program in Colorado has become a coveted opportunity for Colorado resident hunters since its inauguration as a pilot program in 1986. The program involves cooperation between Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) and eligible ranches in the Centennial State, allowing a select few public hunters to access private land hunting opportunities…
When big game enthusiasts consider purchasing a Western hunting property, Elk are often top of mind in the decision-making process. For first-time prospective buyers and experienced ranch owners alike, it can be daunting to weigh the numerous factors that ultimately influence the purchase of a legacy elk hunting ranch. As a specialized ranch brokerage operating…
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 up hay, preparing to ship livestock to Winter locations, and coordinating with outfitters leasing the property for big-game hunting seasons. However, if an owner is considering listing their property for…
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