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John ‘Grizzly’ Adams: Legend of the West
Discover the life of John Grizzly Adams, a pivotal figure in American history. Uncover his Wild West outlaw tales that shaped America’s frontier legacy.
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US Ranch Buying: The Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide
Dive into The Ultimate Guide to Buying Ranches in the US: A Step-by-Step Handbook. Learn about ranch ownership, financing, and more! Click now!
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Key Considerations for Profitable Ranching: A Guide
Explore the essential considerations for profitable ranching. From location selection to water management, learn how to maximize your ranch’s potential.
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How To Prevent Oak Wilt
Oak wilt is a fungal disease that affects oak trees. It is caused by the fungus Ceratocystis fagacearum, which is spread by sap beetles. The
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The Fetterman Massacre
In December 1866, during Red Cloud’s War, a group of Lakota, Cheyenne, and Arapaho tribes joined forces and clashed with a detachment of the United
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The Shot that Changed the West
The Second Battle of Adobe Walls: A Tapestry of Conflict and Survival in the American West In 1874, the Second Battle of Adobe Walls emerged
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When Do Most Deer Shed Their Antlers?
When Do Most Deer Shed Their Antlers? Deer shed their antlers when their testosterone falls after mating, also known as their rut. This hormone
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What is the Flood Risk?
What is the Flood Risk? There’s a saying: where it can rain, it can flood. So for homebuyers, the question shouldn’t be, “can my house
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Super Pigs
Super Pigs Super pigs, pigs, swine, hogs, boars – whichever name you give them, these omnivores are poised to wreak havoc on the environment
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Water Information for Landowners
The following websites are resources related to water for landowners: DROUGHT INFORMATION: The website https://www.drought.gov/states/texas provides up-to-date information on drought conditions in Texas, including temperature and
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Comanche Chief Iron Jacket
Comanche Chief Iron Jacket Iron Jacket, also known as Puhihwikwasu’u, was a Comanche chief and medicine man who lived in the late 18th and
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The Largest Contiguous Ranches in the US
Discovering Vermejo and the Waggoner Ranch, the largest contiguous ranches in the US Are you a nature lover looking for a unique and unforgettable
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Elk in Texas
Texas Elk Range – Live interactive mapping, free range, updated Jan 1 2024 Map Legend: Black Triangle = Historical Elk Physical Evidence, White triangle =
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Cattle Ranching
CATTLE RANCHING Maybe since the advent of the television series “Yellowstone,” there is a lot of interest in cattle ranching. With its abundant grasslands
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How Does A Recession Effect Land Prices?
2023 Land Prices – What will happen? In Texas, land is an ever-present commodity. Land prices are always changing and many factors contribute to
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The Largest Ranches in Texas
Recently, James Bigley talked about the biggest ranches in the world. There’s been so much talk about the Yellowstone ranch and a spinoff, the 6666
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XIT, the Real Largest Ranch
Taylor Sheridan is one busy guy, promoting the history of settling the Yellowstone Ranch in “1883” and a modern version of trying to preserve the
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Exotics In Texas
What is an Exotic? According to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, “The term exotics in Texas refers to medium to large-sized nonindigenous or non-native