A fifth generation Montanan, Wes was born and raised on his parents’ ranch in the Judith Basin. Since graduating from Montana State University with a B.S. in Agricultural Business, Finance Option and a minor in Economics in 1987, Wes has been involved in grain and livestock marketing throughout the Midwest and Pacific Northwest including nearly a dozen years with CHS, Inc. in Montana, South Dakota and Minnesota. During his eight-year stay in Minneapolis, he spent time as a floor broker at the Minneapolis Grain Exchange and served as president of CHS Inc.’s subsidiary, Country Hedging, Inc. Wes is also a past Director of the Minneapolis Grain Exchange. Wes has been with Hall & Hall Inc. since 2000 and has been a principal and director of the firm since 2003.
The Brand Rock Home Ranch is a highly productive, well-located 15,593± acre working cattle ranch situated along US Highway 12. The property includes 5,692± deeded acres – composed of 4,996± acres of rangeland, 323± acres of dryland hay and improved pasture, 217± acres of dry crop, and 114± acres of irrigated land, further enhanced by 230 acre-feet of additional water from Deadman’s Basin.
Grazing capacity is substantial, with 9,261± acres of BLM land offering 1,951 AUMs and 640± acres of state lease contributing an additional 269 AUMs. Livestock operations are supported by a 7,930± square-foot sale barn with an upstairs apartment, 1,120 feet of bunk space, and extensive pen and handling infrastructure. The stockwater infrastructure on the ranch is in excellent condition, with many miles of new pipeline and tanks.
Located within the boundaries of Hunting District 535, the ranch is renowned for its high-quality elk hunting. It also provides excellent opportunities for mule deer, whitetail, antelope, turkey, and upland gamebird hunting. Conveniently, Billings Logan International Airport is a mere 55 miles away.
The Brand Rock Home Ranch offers a livestock operation with water, forage, facilities, and a location convenient to multiple markets. This unit has the makings of an excellent purebred operation with numerous pastures and bunk space.
Quality 8,800± acre eastern Garfield County grass ranch available for the first time in fifty years. An excellent mix of native and improved pasture, pipelines, stock water, and improvements.
Brand Rock Ranch represents a solid combination of trophy big game, upland bird, and waterfowl hunting in concert with production ag suitable for registered or commercial cattle in a great location.
Dramatically beautiful, water-rich 1,404± acre Muddy Creek Headquarters is 30 to 45 minutes from Livingston, Bozeman, and Bridger Bowl Ski Resort. Nearby, the 814± acre Sedan Pasture unit is also available.
Elkland’s 722± acres are what the name implies—plus upland birds, deer, and antelope. Adjacent to 5,500+ acres of public land, Currant Creek and livestock grazing complete this hunting package.
Magical 141± acre Yellowstone River ranch retreat with custom home and guest apartment overlooking the river toward snowcapped peaks. A superb horse property with irrigated meadows, barn, and outdoor riding arena.
