- the creation of things that are meaningful and fun for us and those we care about; and the production of opportunities for others to have more meaning in their lives
- association with open-minded people with fresh ideas and creative thinking processes
- the building of a healthy environment for ourselves and others in terms of physical fitness, spiritual growth and healthy relationships
- freedom to work with only those who are healthy to be around
(no jerks allowed)
- the opportunity to enjoy a beautiful peaceful setting with clean water and air
- learning and developing from a personal standpoint, so we can contribute to our society and to our environment
- offering a hunting experience which is diversified and well-organized, reputable and friendly for both club member hunting and other types of hunting; with well-communicated rules and management information shared with other hunters to provide a safe responsible hunting experience
- the designation of ranch areas such as wildlife habitat and hunting spots, with aesthetic and social areas being given special attention
- perception of the ranch reflecting our values and quality of life standards
Forms of Production
- use the ranch as a learning laboratory to build, organize and create useful things while focusing on learning, developing a spiritual connection with nature and personal growth
- share the ranch with others who enjoy the same things we do
- use website and email for efficient communications
- use the ranch to pursue activities that enhance physical and mental growth
- insure that partnerships and networking relationships are enhanced
- allow others to take on responsibilities in return for their use and enjoyment of what the ranch has to offer
- provide fun and enjoyment opportunities with little to no risks; with safety as a primary focus
- produce an aesthetically pleasing environment that provides open spaces, solitude, clean air and water
- strive to continually improve things for fun and added value to the ranch
- focus on improvements and maintenance
- use a calendar to schedule activities to keep everybody informed
- use annual budget planning
- use photos for hunting and recreational enjoyment and also for monitoring the health of the ranch
- make healthy decisions and choose best practices in line with our values; while settling disagreements in a healthy spirit of cooperation and good-will
- focus on a cooperative open-minded attitude which moves us toward the overall goals of the ranch
Landscape Description
- Overall Environment: atmosphere of learning, healthly relationships and spiritual growth; creation of meaning in our lives and in the lives of others
- Bottoms and Pasture Areas: maintain the natural beauty of the wetlands and wildlife habitats; natural, sustainable areas with a minimum of technology used
- Wooded Areas: healthy and sustainable from both a forest health and wildlife management standpoint
- Hill and Pasture Areas: soil surfaces will be covered with a mixture of grasses, forbes and shrubs. Areas of brush and forest will be maintained to support a diversity of wildlife. Capture of solar energy will be high and use of water resources will be efficient
- Hunting and Fishing Resources: healthy wildlife and water resource habitat; safe hunting and fishing with designated wildlife habitat management areas; sustainable lakes and ponds for fishing and recreation
- Camp Site: sustainable and low-maintenance, clean and orderly, rustic and comfortable with both private and social areas; orderly maintenance and upkeep of camp area
- Wetlands Habitat: healthy water distribution, movement and quality; with periodic or continuous water saturation of soils and vegetation at or near the surface of the land
- Ranch Environment: healthy, fun stewardship opportunities for ourselves and others who have similar interests
Six Generations of Land Based Stewardship
Beginning Over 100 Yrs Ago
in Texas in 1893
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