New Opportunities for Alaska’s Gold Creek Lodge
Fay Ranches is pleased to announce new opportunities on the Alaska’s Gold Creek Lodge listing, represented by Troy Dana. The offering now includes two additional profit centers, Katmai Water Taxi and Alaska Bristol Bay Rentals, with the respective assets. All three profit centers are in high demand. Katmai Water Taxi – $3,500,000 Operating from June […]
Rocky Mountain Runoff, What You Should Know
Provided by the team at Yellow Dog Flyfishing Adventures As springtime arrives in the Western United States, trout come to life in search of food. Some of the season’s best fishing conditions can be in late spring and early summer, but with high water and runoff, anglers are faced with a unique set of challenges. […]
The Value Investment Difference of a Sporting Property
By Clayton C. Jeffords, Broker, Licensed in TN, SC, GA People think of many things when it comes to investing in land. Recreation, investment, privacy, safety, cattle, farms, timber, mountains, and water features, to name a few. While many of these investments have assets such as leases, timber, crop, or livestock that can add value, […]
Regional Feature | Madison Valley, Montana | Small Towns With Rural Values
Lewis and Clark crossed this scenic valley of majestic mountain ranges and the fabled Madison River in 1805, but not until 1864, shortly after gold was first discovered in the valley, did Madison County become part of Montana Territory. Soon after, ranchers, farmers, and businessmen flocked to the area. There were three major stage lines […]
The Recreational Land Investment
While many investors choose to invest in ranches or unimproved ground, it is usually done based on the potential return on investment, whether it be a short-term profit or a long-term goal. Typically, these properties are purchased and operated on a commercial level for cattle, sheep, farming, etc. One of the newer and most popular […]
Great American Outdoors Act
By Alex Lovett-Woodsum, Fay Ranches Editor Image provided by Bonefish and Tarpon Trust On Tuesday, August 4th, President Trump signed landmark conservation legislation into law, declaring the Great American Outdoors Act, “…a very big deal. From an environmental standpoint — and just a beauty of our country standpoint — there hasn’t been anything like this […]
Sportsman’s Corner: Creating Traditions for Generations to Come
Written by Branif Scott, Broker Associate, Fay Ranches Some of my fondest childhood memories from growing up in Cedar Rapids, Iowa are centered around being outdoors, primarily camping, fishing, and hunting. My friends and I spent hours down by the creek near my house, digging for worms and catching carp and bass. My dad took me camping on […]
Montana Places To Live | Bitterroot Valley Lifestyle
Video blog by John Anderson, Broker Associate, licensed in MT, OR, ID Read The Land Report’s feature on Hamilton, Montana here. It is truly difficult to describe the lifestyles of those fortunate enough to live in the Bitterroot Valley, except to say, “There is something for everyone.” If you seek isolation and the peaceful serenade […]
South Dakota Will Always Be Great Faces, Great Places
By Mike Konstant, Designated Broker, Fay Ranches, Inc. Licensed in MT, SD, WY As a native of South Dakota who has lived in our great state most of my life, I have experienced firsthand what South Dakota has to offer. I will invite you to explore our state from its extensive farmlands in the east […]
Exploring in Idaho | A Day on the Continental Divide
A blog by R.J. Patterson, Ranch Sales A perfect autumn day would be tough for many to define. For me, it was a day I spent on Little Eight Mile Ranch on the Lemhi River in Leadore, Idaho. The day started off just before the sun rose, as I was hoping to get pictures of […]
Hunting With Kids | Camaraderie and Life Lessons
By James Esperti, Branif Scott, and Vinny Delgado, Fay Ranches As much as you can love hunting, there is nothing quite like hunting with your kids. The excitement that oozes out of their every pore reminds you of some of your first hunts, a time when it just meant a little bit more to you. Whether following the […]
Recreational Lifestyle | Montana Big Game Hunting
By Kimberly Lowry, Broker Associate, Licensed in MT Fall is one of the best times to enjoy the abundance of recreational opportunities life in Montana has to offer. With the archery season underway and rifle season right around the corner, fall is a time when sportsmen and women enjoy time in nature and the abundant […]
Long Standing Sponsor of Henry’s Fork Foundation Days
Members of the Fay Ranches team recently returned from the Henry’s Fork Foundation-sponsored Henry’s Fork Days, held in the middle of June in Last Chance, Idaho. While these annual events coincide with the opening weekend of fly fishing on the fabled Harriman Ranch (Railroad Ranch) water, the real focus of the event is on raising […]
Northwest Lifestyle Feature | Lake Coeur d’Alene
A blog by John Anderson, Broker, Licensed in MT, ID Lake Coeur d’Alene is a paradise offering long summer days, cool evenings, dramatic sunsets, and endless recreation. Only 300 miles away from the hustle and bustle of Seattle, this gem is close enough to metropolitan areas for weekend getaways or long vacations. The lake is […]
Tax Benefits of Wyoming
A blog by Neil Bangs, Sales Associate, Licensed in WY Whether you are in the land market for a working ranch, recreational ranch, second home, or personal residence, there are certain criteria that must be considered before you make your decision. We have always heard the old saying location, location, location when it comes to […]
The Art of Fly Tying | Montana Trout Fly Fishing
A blog by RJ Patterson, Ranch Sales, Licensed in MT, ID I love fly fishing for trout in the Montana rivers. As winter drags on and the snow piles up, I often find myself at the fly-tying bench dreaming of the warmth that spring brings and the hatches that come along with it. I was […]
Bend Oregon Fishing Trip | Priceless Family Memories
A blog by Jesica Hicks, Licensed in OR FAMILY | Our staff and agents are not only avid outdoorsmen and women, we are also dedicated family men and women who love to spend time on the land and build memories with our families. We understand the value of working and playing outdoors with loved ones […]
The Best of Both Worlds: Elkhorn Ranch in the Gallatin Valley
A blog by James Esperti, Partner, Sales Associate, Licensed in WA, WY, ID The Elkhorn Ranch is a unique offering in the blossoming community of Bozeman, MT. The property consists of 443± acres, positioned a short 20-minute drive from the vibrant university town. Over the past few years, the Gallatin Valley has gained notoriety for […]
Life in the Beartooth Mountains: Fishtail, Montana
By Kimberly Lowry, Broker Associate, Licensed in MT Fishtail, Montana, is a classic rural Montana town complete with an eclectic little general store with a variety of goods and sundries, a cowboy bar and supper club to suit almost every insatiable appetite, and a coffee house that has provided what locals and visitors alike refer […]
Oregon Fly Fishing
Oregon is often overlooked when it comes to fly fishing, but this diverse state has a wealth of fly fishing streams and lakes. Some even say that Oregon has the best year-round fly fishing in the United States. The Deschutes River and it’s tributaries are well known both for its incredible angling for native redside […]
Opportunities in Montana’s Ruby River Valley
The Ruby River begins in the high elevations of the Gravelly and Snowcrest Mountain Ranges of southwest Montana and flows for approximately 76 miles before it confluences with the Beaverhead River about two miles upstream from Twin Bridges. In the town of Twin Bridges, the Beaverhead and Big Hole confluence to form the Jefferson River. […]
