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DESCRIPTION The M.H. Wheeler Ranch is a turn-key hunter’s paradise located in highly sought-after McMullen County. The ranch has been under the management of one of the top wildlife biologists in the state to oversee the expert brush sculpting, enhancement of water infrastructure, Whitetail feeding program, and much more. The result is some of the finest quail and native free-range Whitetail hunting South Texas has to offer! IMPROVEMENTS The ranch headquarters sits atop the highest point on the west side of the ranch, offering stunning unobstructed long-distance views with total privacy and separation from any highway noise. There is a new 4 bedroom / 2 bath double wide and a large 80x40’ equipment barn that is tied into a 40,000GA rain catchment system (currently full), shooting range with covered palapa, and backup generator system. There is an excellent road system throughout providing comfortable access to every corner of the ranch. The property is partially high-fenced on three sides, with the entire eastern boundary being low-fenced. WATER The ranch has excellent surface water and drainage, with two named seasonal creeks meandering through property, and four nice tanks, the largest being 2.5 acres. There are also seven wildlife watering stations scattered throughout the ranch. The owner just recently completed two water wells (12GPM & 6GPM), which will both be tied into a large storage tank to provide even further water supplementation for the wildlife. WILDLIFE HABITAT The habitat management plan has been administered by one of the premier quail biologists in South Texas. Targeting the sandy loam soils in the central portion of the ranch, nearly ~650 acres of brush has been cleared into motts to enhance quail habitat. Immediately after clearing, the entire area was planted in brown top millet to increase the organic matter in the soil and allow the native grass seeds already in the soil to become established. With the recent rains, the entire ranch has exploded with native bristle grass, with grama and buffalo grasses present as well. There are also plenty of brooding areas with tall weeds like lamb’s quarters and dove weed present. Last winter, while all of the native brush was defoliated, ~1,200 acres of prickly pear cactus were treated via aerial spraying to further enhance the quail hunting opportunities. The result is an even more robust population of both Bobwhite and Blue quail. The native Whitetail herd on the ranch has also been expertly managed and enhanced via the supplemental feeding program of year-round cotton seed and protein. LOCATION The ranch is located in Southern McMullen County 25+ miles south of Tilden and has 3.5+ miles of frontage along Hwy 16. MINERALS None, surface only sale. There is no active production on the ranch. TAXES Ag Exempt. PRICE $9,995,000

DESCRIPTION The Pathways Ranch is a stunning live-water ranch in highly sought after Gillespie County. The ranch offers total privacy and seclusion, yet is just minutes to Fredericksburg’s Main Street. With its gorgeous spring-fed creek, long distance views, newly constructed barn, great access, and desirable shape this property checks every box for a Hill Country ranch! IMPROVEMENTS The newly constructed barn has 4,000+ sf of enclosed space with a bathroom and shower, deer cooler, large gun safe, plumbed compressed air system, Wi-Fi, A/V system with Sonos, Tesla charger, and a 40x80’ covered equipment storage area in the rear and a 26x80’ cement slab/covered parking in the front. The barn also features a deer cleaning station with lights and two powered winches. The large metal roof on the barn is tied into a rain catchment system that flows into a 65,000-gallon storage tank. There is a large solar array to supplement power to the barn, so the CTEC energy bill never exceeds $27/month, and surplus power is pushed back to CTEC and credited via a wholesale agreement. Along the creek there is a newly constructed covered and paved gun range with a storage building and solar power. The owners have installed almost three miles of crushed granite roads, including the privately owned lane from Gypsum Mine Rd, ensuring easy and comfortable access into and around the ranch. WATER The highlight of the property is the 4,600+ ft of both sides of spring-fed Long Branch Creek. Two dams have been constructed along the creek to create two beautiful lakes that ensure year-round recreation, the largest being 13+ft deep! According to the owners, this creek has never stopped flowing under their stewardship, even during the recent drought. There is one water well on the property that is 120ft and yields 4GPM, however it is rarely used due to the high-capacity (65,000 gallon) rainwater storage that is currently full. LAND / TOPOGRAPHY The topography is mostly gently rolling and very usable, with 120ft of elevation change across the ranch, ranging from 1900 - 2020ft above sea level. The owners have done extensive cedar clearing, enabling the native grasses to flourish and opening up the creek bottom and hilltops which offer some breathtaking long-distance views. There are some beautiful mature hardwoods along the creek and numerous Live Oaks throughout the ranch. WILDLIFE The ranch boasts a healthy population of native Whitetail, and Rio Grande Turkey. LOCATION The ranch is conveniently located just 14 miles north of Fredericksburg and accessed from an owned lane from Gypsum Mine Rd. There is also a secondary easement access off the north end of the ranch out to Schneider-Moellering Road. TAXES Wildlife Tax Exemption in place.

DESCRIPTION The historic Padgitt Ranch is an incredibly diverse mixed-use agricultural and recreational ranch that has been in the same family for 145 years. The ranch is located in SW Coleman County, and boasts over 10 miles of water frontage along Lake O.H. Ivie, which has become renowned as one of the top trophy bass-fishing lakes in the nation. With its rich history, excellent hunting, world-class fishing, and established farming and cattle operations, this first-time offering represents an extraordinary opportunity to own one of the most unique and versatile ranches in Texas! WATER The highlight of the ranch is the 10+ miles of pristine lake frontage which offers multiple easy access points to drop in kayaks/canoes along with several potential locations for a private boat ramp. The interior of the ranch has good water infrastructure with 10 operating water wells which feed multiple concrete troughs strategically located across the property. According to well logs in the area, ground water can be found at a depth of ~150 feet with yields ranging from 1 -150 GPM. Named Grape Creek & Little Grape Creek converge on the north end of the property and flow through the heart of the ranch. Wheeler Branch is yet a third named creek that traverses through the eastern portion of the ranch. All three creeks are seasonal, yet hold large pockets of water in areas during average rainfall periods. Where Grape Creek enters the ranch, there is an active spring which feeds into a beautiful canyon and creates a nice swimming hole during wet times. There are also several small stock ponds across the ranch. The sellers also own a significant amount of pumping rights out of the lake which may be negotiable. (Contact broker for more details) IMPROVEMENTS The headquarters consists of a one-story frame house (1935), remodeled in the late 1980’s by architect Robert S. Morris. Adjacent to the main house is a guest house/game room, art studio, storage room, several barns and equipment sheds for all ranching equipment, and an above ground concrete storage tank fed by a windmill which serves as the swimming pool. To the east of the headquarters are two more homes, one of which was constructed with hand hewn local rock and is the oldest continually occupied house in Coleman County going back to original pioneer days! Other ranch improvements consist of 4 sets of working cattle pens, all-weather main entry road, and extensive cross-fencing for rotational grazing. TERRAIN The diverse terrain ranges from multiple creek bottoms and sloughs studded with gorgeous live oaks, cedar elms, and other hard-woods, to mesquite and cedar flats, multiple well maintained fields, and several high-points offering stunning views of the lake. The ranch has an ideal mix of brush to open pasture, providing excellent grazing while still maintaining plenty of cover for wildlife habitat. There is 125± ft of elevation change across the ranch with elevations ranging from 1680 – 1555 feet ASL.. The lake forms the southern boundary of the ranch, and the 1555 ft. contour line is what is used to determine that southern boundary. Depending on the lake level, there are certain times when there can be up to 1,000+ acres of surplus land below the 1555 ft contour line that the family has the exclusive right to utilize and graze cattle on. WILDLIFE There is a good native deer herd on the ranch along with plentiful turkey, quail, dove, ducks, hogs, and more. On top of the hunting opportunities, Lake O.H. Ivie has become a bucket list destination for bass fisherman. The biggest largemouth bass caught in the state of Texas in the past 30 years was recently caught in 2022, and multiple bass in the top 25 of all time have been caught on the lake. HISTORY Operated by the same family (Padgitt - Day) for 145 years, the historic ranch began as open range in the early 1870’s near the confluence of the Colorado and Concho Rivers along the old Western Trail to Dodge

Renowned equestrian boarding and training facility located in the high growth area of Dripping Springs - Querencia Stables! Thoughtfully designed Genesis barn built in 2018 with high quality construction, 20 stalls (with mats, fans, automatic fly spray system) , feed room, office, tack room and second level apartments (2), guest lounge, with full bath and kitchen. Secondary Legacy barn has 6 stalls (fans to interior stalls, water tap in aisle), second floor storage, and custom log construction. Two riding arenas - 25,000 sq ft classic outdoor arena and 7,000 sq ft covered arena. There are 11 paddocks plus a one-acre jump field. Approximately 5,000 linear feet of three-rail, stained and sealed, 2 x 6 pine fences for lasting durability. In addition, property has a 2819 sq ft log cabin previously utilized as primary residence. Turnkey property with income-producing possibilities!

Luna Ranch Description: Just 30 minutes from downtown Dallas is the hidden recreational gem, Luna Ranch. This ranch sits on 642 +/- acres of land that is rich with wild game. The property is currently being utilized to run cattle and serves as a weekend retreat and hunting oasis. With access to the Southfork Sabine River, Renfro Creek, multiple stock tanks and duck sloughs, water is prolific. Housing: The main residence on Luna Ranch sits behind a gated concrete driveway. The home is situated on the highest part of the ranch and has 5 bedrooms, with one of the rooms being set up as a bunk room. It has a decent size kitchen, open floor plan living room, and covered parking. Location: Luna Ranch is an incredibly rare find considering the size of land and close proximity to Dallas. The ranch is located right outside of Munson, TX. The north end of the ranch borders State HWY 276 and the south end fronts FM 1565. The property is dues east of Rockwall, TX and south of Royce City, TX. This property provides secluded large contiguous acreage conveniently located to several major cities. Water: Renfro Creek runs through the central and southern portions of the ranch. The South Fork Sabine River runs through the northern part of the property. Bermuda Grass can be found throughout the ranch and is especially lush throughout the floodplain portions and in the river bottoms. The property also has multiple ponds. Wildlife: There are ample hunting opportunities at Luna Ranch. There is a heavy presence of wildlife that traverses the river and creek corridors. The native whitetail population is very healthy and quite impressive. Numerous trophy bucks have been harvested over the years with several scoring in the 160’s. Multiple blinds and feeders are positioned throughout the property. Migrating waterfowl frequent the duck sloughs in the winter months and can be thick at certain times. Hogs and dove are also found on the ranch. Land: Rolling hay meadows mixed with mature hardwood thickets paint a beautiful backdrop with Luna Ranch. There is about 35’ of elevation change throughout the property. One concrete road runs the length of the property and provides year-round access into the river bottoms even during wet conditions. Approximately 80 – 85% of the ranch falls within the FEMA floodplain. The majority of the soils consist of Kaufman clay, Heiden clay, Crockett loam, and Nahatche loam. Other: - Covered hay barn - Perimeter and cross fencing in place - Cattle pens