M12491 is dedicated to the enhancement and preservation of the natural world and our western heritage. Our mission is to create a working ranching model that views the ranch as an ecological resource base. This base supports a complementary mix of enterprises that emphasize sustainability, innovative management, and diversification as the keys to economic and ecological viability.
M12491 is a working cattle ranch on the high prairie and is owned by the State of Colorado. It is leased by Duke and Janet Phillips and their family for a 25-year term that began November 1, 1999. Its sprawling ranges of shortgrass and sandsage prairie, spring-fed lakes, meandering creeks, and hidden pools are home to a diverse wildlife population of birds, pronghorn, deer, fish, prairie dogs, coyote, badgers, and more.
A rich tradition in ranching and an innovative business strategy form the backbone of the ranching operation. We have recreation, education, and outreach programs that are integral to building a stable business that is less vulnerable to market and climatic fluctuations.
Most important to our success as a modern ranching business are the relationships we are building with our neighbors, both locally and in nearby cities. We are forming partnerships with people who want to become more informed and involved with a ranching organization such as ours that produces products that are useful to them while enhancing the natural environment from which they are produced.
Property amenities:
Two fully furnished ranch homes with wood stoves, complete kitchen and dining facilities. All meals, taxes, cattle drives, horseback riding, and activities included in the $1495/6 night stay per person price. Gratuities optional. Transportation is not included in the weekly rate. Roundtrip transportation to and from the Colorado Springs airport is $75/vehicle.
Nearby attractions and activities:
- Air Force Academy
- Pikes Peak
- Downtown Colorado Springs
- Seven Falls
- Manitou Springs
- Focus on the Family
- The Broadmoor
- The Royal Gorge
- Glen Eyrie Castle
- Pueblo River Walk.
Location:
80 miles south of Denver, Co. / 35 miles southeast of Colorado Springs, Co.
Policy:
- No pets
- Riders must be 14 years of age or older
- Three night minimum stay
- 50% deposit to reserve your stay with balance due via check or cash upon arrival
- 75% of deposit will be refunded if cancellation is made 30 days in advance of scheduled arrival. No refunds for cancellations less than 30 days.
- We encourage you to reschedule since there is no penalty for rescheduling.
Member discount:
10% discount for InfoHub customer. Request a free gift certificate.
Supplier Information
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Location: USA
Joined InfoHub: Jan 2004
Client Request Served: 30
The M12491 is dedicated to the enhancement and preservation of the natural world and our western heritage. Our mission is to create a working ranching model that views the ranch as an ecological resource base. This base supports a complementary mix of enterprises that emphasize sustainability, innovative management,...
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