Ranch Ramblings ~ with Niki Flundra

Chasing Cows, Kids & Dreams    It’s the time on the ranch when we can reflect on the year. Being a rancher has many positive aspects, but it does come with its challenges! I have developed the deepest respect for ranchers. Their passion is to care for the grasslands, water, and not just their animals …

WWFU – Montgomery Ranch

“We’ve been raising sheep since the ‘80s. I got a handful of sheep when I got working [border collie] dogs. Then I got a few more, and a few more, and then we had 200,” said Dale.   When it comes to multi-award-winning stock dog trainer Dale Montgomery and his wife, Dawn, the sheep business …

REFLECTIONS – BRYN THIESSEN

It was back in 2005 when rancher, poet and preacher Bryn Thiessen (1960-2024) of Helmer Creek Ranch near Sundre began as our Reflections columnist.  He has been a mainstay of the magazine for nearly two decades.  We offer our sincere condolences to all who knew and loved him. Bryn’s words will be missed, this was …