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.
Elkland Ranch offers 722± deeded acres of prime wildlife habitat in central Montana, ideally suited for hunting, grazing, and recreation. The property features a 60/40 blend of open rangeland and scattered timber, creating optimal cover for elk, deer, turkeys, upland birds, and antelope. Over two miles of Currant Creek flow through the ranch, supplemented by a well for livestock and wildlife water.
Bordering over 5,500 acres of public land—including 4,880± acres of BLM and 640± acres of state land, some of which are inaccessible to the public—Elkland provides tremendous multi-species hunting opportunities. Located within Hunting District 535, the ranch qualifies for landowner hunting preference, making it especially attractive to dedicated hunting enthusiasts.
With access via Ellis or Johnson Road, Elkland Ranch combines privacy, productivity, and premier recreational value.
With 348± acres and three miles of shoreline, Cromwell Island is the largest private island in freshwater west of the Mississippi owned by a single party. Includes a 45,000± square foot French-inspired villa.
Exclusive 20± acre retreat in West Boulder Reserve with private river access, shared 900± acres of common land, remodeled 5,000± square foot home, and direct access to national forest and wilderness.
320± acre property 30 minutes to Bozeman. Outstanding luxury accommodations fronting the East and West Gallatin Rivers. Tremendous recreational amenities. Sold fully furnished and equipped.
The Dudis Farm is approximately 558 total acres, with 290± irrigated. Located 12 miles north of Hardin, with outstanding hunting, there is nearly one mile of Bighorn River frontage.
This 3,600± deeded-acre property plus 438± leased acres combine excellent summer grazing, abundant wildlife, and prime elk hunting. Diverse terrain, proximity to Dillon, and recreational opportunities make it an exceptional investment.
