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The South Mack Ranch 544 Acres in SW Medina Co., Texas DESCRIPTION: The South Mack Ranch is a rare example of the transition zone between the fertile farmland of the Seco Creek valley and the gravelly ridges which define it. This tract was purchased some 13 years ago, joined to the main ranch, and has […]
Learn More »Readers of my blog will remember that I addressed Covid and it’s potential effect on ranch prices at the onset of the pandemic. I postulated that the crisis would have a similar effect as that of the 2008 financial crisis and it appears I was correct, so far. In a recent presentation, Dr. Charles Gilliland […]
Learn More »In spite of Covid and social unrest, my thoughts are turning to a cold drink and a hot shotgun on the edge of a stocktank or sunflower field. Summer is upon us and we only have to endure another six weeks and bird season is here! What better way to social distance than sitting on […]
Learn More »I was at the Rockpile, my small place south of Castroville the other day to check on the “rental cows”, cows that belong to a friend but spend the summer at my place just to keep the grass down and the taxes low and noticed this guy laying in the left rut. Sights such as […]
Learn More »The South Mack Ranch 544 Acres in SW Medina Co., Texas DESCRIPTION: The South Mack Ranch is a rare example of the transition zone between the fertile farmland of the Seco Creek valley and the gravelly ridges which define it. This tract was purchased some 13 years ago, joined to the main ranch, and has […]
Learn More »Exactly two months ago today, March 15, Eileen and I were enjoying Spring Break at the Beau Rivage in Biloxi. I had recently helped close on a nice ranch in Bee Co., and Eileen was battling several “problem children” at the university, so the break was appreciated and overdue. The food was wonderful, the weather […]
Learn More »Life goes on in spite of the Corona Virus. Nature is a great balm for a troubled soul.
Learn More »In today’s digital age, having a broker represent you in a land purchase is more important than ever.
Learn More »In South Texas, it is important at times to provide supplemental water for wildlife.
Learn More »For the second time this week, I was asked to speak to a gathering, this time to the South Texas Area Farm and Ranch Club. Unlike my workshop with the best and brightest from St. Mary’s Business School, this presentation was about my career as a biologist specializing on Bobwhite quail. As this audience came […]
Learn More »Today I returned to St. Mary’s University to speak to seniors in the Greehey School of Business. The visit, as it was last year, is a chance for two-way communication between a decidedly seasoned businessman and the best and brightest new marketing consultants soon to be released into the real world. Primary topic was my […]
Learn More »While it may be hard to get into the holiday spirit when it’s 70 degrees outside, I wanted to wish everyone a great holiday season. And, if you have plans to buy or sell a ranch in 2020, give me a call and we can get started. One man, one office, 35 years of experience […]
Learn More »Long, long ago, in a place far, far away called California, I had the honor of commanding some fine young Marines in the First Platoon, Bravo Co., First Tank Battalion, First Marine Division at Camp Pendleton. Like me, some passed thru the Marine Corps briefly, others made it a lifetime vocation. Life as a Marine […]
Learn More »The nine day overlap of dove and quail season in the South Zone is heaven for bird hunters.
Learn More »What impact will the recent rain have on South Texas? Coming in early Fall, after a very dry Summer, the moisture will still be effective due to the continued warmer temperatures. Had it come much later, cooler temps would have negated much of the impact short term. Moisture is always welcome, but, like fixing a […]
Learn More »I had an opportunity to visit with an old Aggie friend near Devine the other day. He wanted to know what the family place was worth in today’s market. As a Broker, I cannot give an “opinion of value” as we did in the old days, but can still offer my opinion of what it […]
Learn More »Hunting is a great way to get young people outside and learn stewardship of Nature.
Learn More »In today’s digital age, having a broker represent you in a land purchase is more important than ever.
Read Article »An old farts sojourn into social media; writing a blog for ranch buyers.
Read Article »Section III. Timing Your Purchase and Improvements Does it make any difference when you buy your ranch, when you high fence a ranch, when you dig a new stocktank? In this section, I provide some suggestions as to when to implement your plans, either for buying or developing your new ranch. Ch. 3-1: When to […]
Read Article »Quailpro specializes in representing either Buyers or Sellers in ranch acquisition throughout Central and South Texas. As a Certified Wildlife Biologist, I have assisted landowners across Texas with wildlife management plans and implementation, both short term projects and on a continual basis.
With years of expertise in all facets of ranch development and management, Quailpro will find your dream ranch, or ensure a smooth sale, and provide solid development plans. Whether it is a hunting ranch or working ranch, we offer a full range of wildlife consulting/management services after the deal is done.
