Ranch News
Welcome to Harrigan Land Company’s ranch blog, designed to keep you up to date on what’s happening in the dynamic world of hunting and fishing properties throughout the Rocky Mountain West. Here we share our knowledge of “secret corners” of the Rockies overlooked by many, the ins and outs of conservation easements, current news relevant to the ranch real estate market and our own hunting and fishing tips that may turn your next trip into a spectacular success. At Harrigan Land Company, we’re dedicated to serving you. Through this blog, we hope that our seasoned knowledge of hunting, fishing and the great ranches of the Rockies will increase your love for these things, too, and enable you to “dream big” about that special piece of the West that’s in your future. Explore and enjoy.
April 21, 2021
Elk Hunting From a Tree Stand Tips & Tricks
If you picture a metal platform ratchet strapped to a tree or a wooden plank nailed in the crook of a branch when someone mentions tree stands, then your information is outdated. Technology has helped tree stands come a long way in comfort and functionality, and now they are the perfect way to change your… Read more »
April 6, 2021
Important Colorado Hunting Dates, Fees & Deadlines
There is a lot more to hunting than you may first think. Aside from the necessary equipment and gear, there are important dates throughout the season to keep in mind, as well as licensing fees. Any experienced hunter knows that the dates for hunting certain game are different depending on the area, the type of… Read more »
September 16, 2020
Introduction to Colorado Hunting: Small Game and Waterfowl
The hunt for small game and waterfowl adds variety to the plethora of Colorado hunting experiences. When it comes to purchasing a Colorado hunting ranch, you’ll be interested in everything from the big tags to hunting small game and waterfowl too. Colorado is home to world-class small game and waterfowl hunting properties. The incredible diversity… Read more »
August 7, 2020
Spotlight on Hunting Ethics: How to Be Careful and Respectful
Let’s shine a flashlight on hunting ethics. To some, wild game sustains their families for months. Think steaks, burgers, sausage and jerky. Others see hunting more as a sport than a place of sustenance. Regardless of what motivates you to hunt, let’s go over its “cowboy code” or the hunter’s code of ethics. What is… Read more »
March 27, 2020
10 Things to Know Before Buying a Hunting Property
Do you daydream of hunting from your own backyard? Do you seek solitude in rural environments? Perhaps a hunting property is right for you. However, before you go out and start looking at hunting properties, there are a few things you need to know before buying a hunting property. About this Guide to Buying a… Read more »
March 20, 2020
Our Favorite New Mexico Hunting Ranches
Feel a true sense of remote wilderness on your very own New Mexico ranch. Steeped in a rich history that spans thousands of years, New Mexico as the heart of America’s high desert. Spot world-class trophy animals at one of the many New Mexico hunting ranches for sale today. About this Guide to the Best… Read more »
January 3, 2020
Private Elk Hunting Ranches for Sale in Wyoming, Some with Fly Fishing/Cattle
Private Elk Hunting Ranches for Sale in Wyoming, Some with Fly Fishing/Cattle Herds of elk wander the mountains of Wyoming, making the Cowboy State the place to search for private elk hunting ranches for sale. Big Wyoming hunting ranches can be found near the established cities like Cheyenne and Laramie and in the rural reaches… Read more »
November 7, 2019
Rocky Mountain Ranches for Sale: On the Lookout for Bears
Rocky Mountain Ranches for Sale: On the Lookout for Bears Setting foot on a Western ranch, especially one of those high-altitude Rocky Mountain ranches for sale, be sure to know a bit about bears. You’ve just entered black bear and grizzly bear territory. Show some respect for yourself and the bear. There are often bear… Read more »
August 1, 2019
Hunters, Conservation, and Wildlife Management
Wildlife management is an essential part of ranch ownership. Have you ever wondered why there are incentives for putting portions of big ranches into conservation easements? Government agencies use this legal vehicle to encourage healthy habitat for wildlife, including forest and water elements. Funding comes from several means, hunting licenses the easiest to point out.… Read more »
October 23, 2017
How to Know “Trophy” Elk on Western Ranches
How to Know “Trophy” Elk on Western Ranches For some of you dreaming of nice big Western ranches, elk hunting may be a new venture. So, let’s talk a bit about trophy elk. What defines a “trophy”? Well, it is not a “bambi”, which is a yearling elk with perhaps only one spike with no… Read more »
July 17, 2017
How Avid Hunters Boost Ranching for Wildlife
How Avid Hunters Boost Ranching for Wildlife What is Colorado’s Ranching for Wildlife (RFW) program and how do hunters help the program? The RFW initiative coordinates hunting access on 1.2 million acres of private ranches throughout Colorado. Many of these properties are adjacent to public land. Consequently, these large ranches offer important wildlife habitat. Ranching… Read more »
March 10, 2017
Big Game Hunting Properties – Recreation or Income – SOLD
Big Game Hunting Properties – Recreation or Income Could your destiny be in northwestern Colorado? If you want your own 2192 acres out West, it may be time to look at big game hunting properties. Like the iconic Wakara Ranch along the White River in Meeker. We introduced this fantastic recreational real estate in our… Read more »
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