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.
March 13, 2025
Shed Antler Hunting Regulations in Colorado, Wyoming, Utah, New Mexico, and Montana
Shed antler hunting, or “shed hunting”, as we call it out west, is a popular and rewarding outdoor activity in the western United States, allowing enthusiasts to collect naturally shed antlers from elk, deer, and moose. However, to protect wildlife during critical winter and early spring months, several states have enacted regulations governing the collection… Read more »
February 26, 2025
The Cowboy Culture and its impact on ranch real estate
The cowboy culture has long been a part of the American tapestry, and it continues to play a significant role in the West’s ranch real estate market. Ranches and other properties with a cowboy lifestyle appeal are in high demand. And ranches for sale with that western lifestyle appeal are commanding impressive prices. There are… Read more »
January 27, 2025
Unprecedented Demand Creates a Shortage of Western Ranches, Leaving Buyers Frustrated
In recent years, sprawling Western ranches have become some of the most sought-after properties in the real estate market, with demand skyrocketing to unprecedented levels. Buyers from across the country—and even internationally—are vying for these iconic legacy ranches, driving prices higher and leaving many prospective buyers feeling frustrated as available listings become increasingly scarce. This… Read more »
December 16, 2024
How do elk survive harsh western winters?
Elk are well-adapted to survive harsh western winters through a combination of physical adaptations, behavior, and habitat use, which often includes migration to lower elevations on private ranches. Here’s how they manage:
October 30, 2024
How can the Western Solar Plan impact western ranches?
The Western Solar Plan, initiated by the U.S. Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Land Management (BLM), represents a landmark strategy to promote responsible large-scale solar energy development on public lands in six southwestern states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, and Utah. Launched in 2012 and formalized through the Western Solar Plan Record of Decision, this… Read more »
October 30, 2024
There’s help for ranchers dealing with wildfires
Wildfires can be devastating to ranches and their owners. And, for investors looking for ranches for sale in the West, wildfires can be a cause for concern. But both owners and investors have a suite of programs available that can help with both prevention and recovery. So, while wildfire should always be a top-of-mind issue… Read more »
October 22, 2024
What does the presidential election mean for land values?
As were just weeks away from the 2024 presidential election, many buyers and sellers are wondering what impacts the election will have on ranches for sale in the American West? Presidential elections can influence land and ranch values in several ways, though the impact often depends on broader economic policies, the administration’s priorities, and market… Read more »
October 11, 2024
Landowner elk tags in New Mexico explained
Are you curious how landowner elk tags in New Mexico are issued? Many of the hunting ranches we have for sale in New Mexico are enrolled in New Mexico’s landowner tag system for elk known as the Elk Private Land Use System or E-Plus. The state of New Mexico recognizes that private lands play a… Read more »
October 10, 2024
Five great fall streamer patterns
While a lot of investors looking for ranches for sale might think fall is a good time to look for hunting properties, now might offer some of the best fly fishing of the year. In October, the rivers and streams of the West, including those found flowing freely across ranch property, come to life. It’s… Read more »
September 12, 2024
Conservation efforts can improve ranch value
Serious investors looking for ranch property for sale in the West understand the importance of conservation. Ranchlands are vital for soil and water conservation and offer important wildlife habitat. Large swaths of private land generally offer some of the most intact natural landscapes in the West. These landscapes are vital for everything from big-game herds… Read more »
September 9, 2024
Does Wyoming offer landowner big game tags?
In Wyoming, landowner big game tags are offered by the Wyoming Game and Fish Department to qualifying Wyoming hunting ranches. These licenses are generally non-transferable, unit wide tags, that can be used by the landowner, or their immediate family.
August 27, 2024
Today’s high cattle prices are great for ranch property values
Investors interested in western cattle ranches for sale first need to understand the dynamics of the cattle market today. Prices for steers and heifers are at record highs right now. While that’s great news for investors considering turnkey purchases, including livestock, looking to the future is important. If the prices make a steer and heifer… Read more »
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