Ranching

Several years ago I was camping on a friend's ranch north of Big Timber one summer when we drove past their sheep dog. That thing was one of the most stately looking animals I had ever seen.

"Half of Montana’s state budget comes from income tax collections, and American Prairie Reserve pays zero. In 2022, APR reported earning $63 million in tax-free revenue."

How many of these multi-generational family ranches here in Montana got their start by a soldier returning from war? Have you heard the latest desperate, anti-veteran attack against Navy SEAL veteran Tim Sheehy?

Jocelyn Cahill: "I've talked to many ranchers dealing with this same nonsense. They're scared to use water on state leases, because they fear DNRC will come for them."

For those who haven't seen the "2024 Real Buckaroo Calendar"--- Custer, Montana rancher Casey Mott is featured on the cover.

There are still a lot of places in Montana where you are not connected and I think most of us that are here still like it that way.

The fact that the financial burdens are now greater than ever doesn't help.

The one thing that I think is better than you can get at home is Mexican food, there is some really good stuff around.

Is Montana finally heading out of our multi-year drought? Experts say things are looking better for 2023.

Montana law allows for ranchers to protect their stock. No one loves animals more than Paul and it's something you never forget when you have to protect your own animals.