Big Game Steak

There’s something special about a recipe that connects good food with great memories in the field. Whether you’ve spent the morning glassing the hill country or waiting quietly in a blind before sunrise, few things reward the hunt quite like bringing your harvest to the table. This Big Game Steak recipe has been a long-time […]
Snake Den Lodge | Annual Hunt and Pheasant Recipe
There’s something special about returning to Snake Den Lodge each fall. As the prairie turns gold and the mornings grow crisp, our group of family and friends gathers again in Presho, South Dakota, for an annual pheasant hunt that has become a tradition we look forward to all year long. Founded in 2002 on a […]
Equine EHV-1 Outbreak and What Horse Owners Must Know

Veterinarian Dr. Justin High has delivered an urgent update on the recent EHV-1 cases emerging in Central Texas—sharing essential information for rodeo athletes, trainers, and horse owners as the situation continues to develop. He notes that symptoms may appear subtle at first, and the unfolding outbreak could influence event schedules, horse movement, and even preparations […]
Historic Breakthrough: Endangered Eastern Bongo Born from Eland Surrogate in Texas

In an extraordinary milestone for global wildlife conservation, veterinarians and reproductive specialists in Texas have achieved what was once thought impossible—a healthy Eastern Bongo calf has been born from an Eland surrogate, marking the first successful interspecies embryo transfer of its kind since the early 1980s. The achievement was recently celebrated and announced by Exotic […]
Capitol Ranch Real Estate Featured in NCHA Magazine

Texas equestrian properties for sale continue to rise in demand across the performance-horse industry. Capitol Ranch Real Estate is proud to highlight exceptional properties in the latest issue of the National Cutting Horse Association Magazine. For further reading, you can view our feature on page 26 of the NCHA Chatter Winter 2025. How NCHA Exposure […]
The Biggest Mistake in Backyard Barbecue (and How to Avoid It)

The Biggest Mistake in Backyard Barbecue (and How to Avoid It) There’s nothing quite like a backyard barbecue. The smell of smoke drifting through the neighborhood, the laughter of family and friends, the anticipation of that first bite of brisket or ribs—it’s one of the best traditions we have. But here’s the truth: most backyard […]
Bridging the Outdoors and the Kitchen

Cooking with Wild Game: A Tradition Rooted in the Land When people talk about the food of a region, they’re really talking about survival, history, and culture. The way we eat today is shaped by the people who lived on the land long before us. In California, the Napa tribes lived in relative peace, practicing […]
Texas Ranch Market Update

Reading the Market as the Year Winds Down As 2025 draws to a close, the Texas ranch and rural land market remains resilient — steady prices, larger transactions, and strategic buyers shaping what has become one of the most balanced markets in recent years. After a few record-breaking seasons, the pace has normalized, but the […]
Finding Joy Beyond the Catch

One of my buddies told me on a fishing trip years back, “I get more joy out of putting people on fish than I do catching them myself.” That line stuck with me—and now, six years into this journey, I know exactly what he meant. Sure, the days we sneak out for our own trips […]
How to Increase the Value of Your Texas Ranch Land

If you’re looking to sell Texas ranch land or simply maximize its long-term potential, making the right improvements can significantly increase property value. Buyers in the Texas ranch real estate market consistently look for certain features—ranging from wildlife habitat to surface water to good access. Below are some of the most effective upgrades that add […]