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.
Don’t let his quiet demeanor fool you, he’s the one you want to have your back if things get ugly. He can take a punch, close a deal, and continues to be competitive in areas such as the triple jump, arm wrestling, and powerlifting. A fourth-generation citizen of “Butte, America”, his roots run deep and colorful. Be sure to ask him about inspiring Evel Knievel, the “Butte Assassin”, and playing baseball at Gonzaga University.
When not representing Hall and Hall, you’ll find Randy expressing his passion for the outdoors and agriculture with his family. He’s at home in the backcountry, on a river, riding a horse, or volunteering for hospice. That’s “Montana” level “range” and the lessons learned from Butte are his anchors.
Takeaway: Randy’s attention to detail, discipline, and competitiveness is just what you need to take on Montana and Wyoming.
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The 19,979± acre ranch (including 2,259± acres of BLM lease and 1,274± acres of state lease) is situated 20 miles southwest of historic Miles City. This area is renowned for its hard grass and relatively open winters, rolling prairies, and expansive vistas that highlight the region's untamed beauty. With abundant wildlife and big sky, this landscape provides a truly distinctive setting for outdoor enthusiasts, history buffs, and those drawn to the allure of the American West.
This ranch typically provides in the neighborhood of 6,500 Animal Unit Months (AUMs) of grazing and is equipped with two full sets of corrals. One set of corrals is centrally located in the ranch, allowing for seasonal livestock work without trailing cattle long distances. Water resources include approximately ten wells, many miles of waterlines, stock tanks, numerous reservoirs, and intermittent stream flow in creeks; consider this ranch well-watered.
Supported by a comprehensive infrastructure designed for smooth operations, the ranch amenities include three homes, two shops, a 6,000± square-foot machine shop, three pole barns, feed storage, a Quonset, plus several additional outbuildings.
513± acre holding offers a 5,000± square foot home, 82± acres under irrigation, a 640-acre grazing lease, and is adjacent to state and federal public ground, minutes from Missoula
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.
Cherry Springs Ranch is a balanced horse/cow operation with a beautiful home and horse facility. With over 5,850 acres, this conveniently located ranch is minutes from Bridger, Montana.
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.
Central Montana native grass ranch available for the first time in over 30 years. Unimproved 4,050± total acres with quality water and fences. Located 15 miles south of the Snowy Mountains.
