John joined Hall and Hall to set up and run our Kansas office in 2010. He has marketed farms, ranches, equestrian centers, cattle feed yards, and agricultural water rights throughout Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Colorado, and Arizona. Born and raised in Kansas, John grew up around ranching and ranch real estate. John attended Kansas State University, became a licensed pilot and joined his father at Doug Wildin & Associates Ranch Brokers in 1978. Since then he has successfully marketed hundreds of thousands of acres of farm and ranch real estate. He has spent his career developing personal and business relationships with many agricultural producers throughout the United States and serving their real estate needs in an ethical and service oriented manner. His decades of farming and ranching experience served as a background for his broad working knowledge of all phases of livestock and farm production agriculture. John loves the outdoors and relishes time spent at his second home in the Colorado mountains. John resides in Hutchinson, Kansas and has two grown children.
Brett is a fourth-generation native Texan raised on a ranch in North Central Texas. He resides south of Weatherford, Texas, on the Brazos River with his wife Molly and two daughters. He attended The University of Texas at Austin and Tarleton State University in Stephenville, Texas. Brett earned a bachelor’s degree with a binary major in finance and real estate law with other minor emphasis on tax accounting.
Brett has spent most of his professional career selling ranches in north, central, and west Texas. His expertise is in hunting and recreational investment properties, high fence game ranch operations, operational farms, and cattle ranches. His experience includes ranching, general contracting in commercial and residential construction, land and wildlife management, and brokering unique transactions with creative marketing and financing options.
As a farm and ranch broker, as well as being a ranch owner himself, Brett knows the importance of taking care of clients in an ethical, emotional, and practical fashion. He identifies effective communication and dependability as keys to his customer’s satisfaction. Brett provides the guidance, experience, and expertise needed in making what is often a life-altering decision to purchase or sell ranch real estate.
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The Gardner Ranch, located near Morris in Okmulgee and McIntosh Counties, Oklahoma, consists of approximately 1,943± acres, with the main body of 1,878± acres being contiguous and an additional 65± acres situated just 450 feet away. The property is operated as an efficient cow-calf ranch, with approximately 15 pastures and traps that enhance grazing efficiency and livestock management. Water resources are abundant, with more than 24 ponds distributed across the ranch, supporting both livestock needs and recreational opportunities. The headquarters are centrally located to efficiently manage daily operations and provide effective oversight of the entire property. This ranch sits in a well-established cattle-producing region with favorable climate conditions and proximity to major transportation routes and nearby communities. The property also offers recreational appeal, including hunting and access to Lake Eufaula, while maintaining a balance between operational productivity and rural lifestyle amenities.
The ranch is an efficient, highly productive layout, with nearly all acreage forming a contiguous block and only a small 65± acre tract located in close proximity. The land is divided into approximately 15 pastures and traps, thereby providing rotational grazing practices for substantive livestock weight gains. The headquarters are strategically located near the center of the property, so operational efficiency is outstanding. Infrastructure includes well-built cattle handling facilities along with numerous metal buildings, some of which are connected, for feed, chemical, and equipment storage. The owner’s total electric residence sits on the west edge of the headquarters. Approximately two and a half miles of paved roads go along and through the headquarters area.
The Gardner Ranch is recognized as a highly productive and efficiently operated cattle ranch. Its nearly contiguous acreage, combined with more than seven and a half miles of road frontage and a centrally located headquarters, contributes to an exceptional level of operational efficiency. The presence of quality native grasses, a growing season exceeding 200 days, and approximately 45 inches of annual precipitation underscore its position within a strong cattle-producing region. Abundant water resources and well-planned pasture divisions further enhance its utility. In addition to its agricultural strengths, the ranch offers supplemental income potential through hunting opportunities, making it a well-rounded investment for both production and recreation.
The Gardner Ranch lies approximately four miles southeast of Morris, Oklahoma, easily accessible with roughly seven and a half miles of total road frontage, including about two and a half miles of paved roads and the remainder consisting of well-maintained gravel surfaces. The ranch is located 14 miles southeast of Okmulgee, 55 miles south of Tulsa, ten miles northeast of Henrietta, 110 miles east of Oklahoma City, and approximately 90 miles west of Fort Smith, Arkansas. Lake Eufaula, the largest lake in Oklahoma, is just two miles south of the ranch, providing convenient access to extensive recreational water resources. Interstate 40, also known as the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway, is accessible within approximately ten miles to both the southwest and southeast corners of the property.
The surrounding area is generally rolling terrain dominated by native tall grasses with occasional nearby tree and brush stands. Morris, with a population of approximately 1,300 residents, is a small-town agricultural community with a focus on ranching and farming. Okmulgee, located nearby and serving as the county seat, has a population of approximately 11,000 and is considered part of the greater Tulsa metropolitan area. It is home to the Muscogee (Creek) Nation and offers a diverse range of amenities, including retail establishments, restaurants, hotels, casinos, manufacturing facilities, and automotive dealerships.
The region receives approximately 45 inches of annual precipitation and experiences four distinct seasons. Average high temperatures reach around 90 degrees Fahrenheit in July and approximately 30 degrees Fahrenheit in January. The area benefits from roughly 230 days of sunshine each year, with an elevation near 700 feet and an average growing season of approximately 200 days, supporting strong forage production.
The property totals approximately 1,943± acres, with the majority consisting of open grazing land suitable for livestock and hay production. Portions of level terrain are utilized for grass hay, while approximately 160± acres in the northeast quarter are heavily timbered. This wooded area has some grass hay usage, while the balance of this tract is not grazed but contributes significantly to wildlife habitat and hunting potential.
The ranch is located within the Morris School District. Electrical service is provided by East Central Electric, and internet service is available through EastLink.
Improvements on the ranch are centered at the headquarters and are designed to support a productive cattle operation. Structures include a large metal hay shed, a combination hay storage and equipment building constructed of metal, and a metal shop building that also provides additional equipment storage. The cattle working facilities are covered by a durable metal roof, offering protection and usability in various weather conditions. An older hay shed is located on the northern pasture and hay meadow, providing supplemental storage. The owner’s residence, with nearly 3,000 square feet of living space, has four bedrooms and three bathrooms, a kitchen, a living room, and a large, enclosed patio.
Water availability is a key strength of the ranch, with over 25 ponds distributed throughout the property. These ponds are supplied by a combination of spring-fed and runoff sources, ensuring a reliable supply of livestock water. The headquarters are connected to Rural Water District #4, providing an additional dependable water source.
The seller believes they own all mineral rights associated with the property.
Based on past years, the annual real estate taxes are estimated at $6,477.40.
The ranch supports a strong population of wildlife, particularly noted for trophy-quality whitetail deer. The combination of open pasture, timbered areas, and water sources creates an attractive habitat for deer and other native species.
Recreational opportunities include proximity to Lake Eufaula, located approximately two to four miles from the ranch boundary, offering boating, fishing, and water-based activities. The property itself also supports hunting and general outdoor recreation, such as horseback riding and ATV use.
Historically, the ranch has been operated as a cow-calf operation, utilizing rotational grazing across more than 15 pastures and traps. In addition to grazing, over 100± acres are typically dedicated to grass hay production, supporting winter feeding and overall herd management.
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