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I SSUE V I I | SPR ING 2015
A N E W P R O D U C T L I N E T H AT S A B O U T T O E V O LV E
Y O U R T R E E C L E A R I N G R O U T I N E F O R T H E B E T T E R .
WHEN POWER MEETS PERFORMANCE
HIGHLIGHT | PAGE 20
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368± ACRES | BROWN COUNTY- 3/4± miles of Pecan Bayou, a major tributary of the Colorado River! Deep holes, rapids, rare and unique rock formations and much more!!! Owner says never dry!
22± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY- Majestic home, 4-car garage with “man cave”, caretaker/guest suite, equipment/hay storage barn with 4 stalls, paddocks, workshop, tack/feed room, 100’x275’± arena.
Interest Rates Are at an All-Time Low!What Are You Waiting For?
6.77± ACRES | AUSTIN CITY VIEWS- Travis County, heart of Austin, famous Old Walsh Tarlton Estate in Westlake, minutes to down-town, Giant Oak trees, level lawns, table-top dream home building site.
203± ACRES | FRIO COUNTY - Perfect mix of brush and improved pastures, 3,000± s.f., home with 2,000± s.f. of patios. 3,000± s.f. barn, fully stocked lake, cattle pens, high-fenced perimeter, lots of wildlife.
36± ACRES | FRIO RIVER - $700K PRICE REDUCTION! 50± RV spaces, 20 cabins, many campsites, 2 bathhouses, 3 water wells, retail store, main residence. In operation for 60+ years with huge client base.
200± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY- Hill-top 3BR/3.5BA castle, wrap around porches, pool/hot-tub, 40 ac. pastures, Wallace Creek with concrete dam, wildlife exempt, ATV trails, panoramic views, wildlife.
60.83± ACRES | REAL/UVALDE COUNTIES - Includes both sides of the � nest crystal-clear, rock-bottomed, Cypress tree lined, Texas Hill Country’s Frio River you will ever see or have the opportunity to own!
317± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY - 7,000± s.f. home with dining courtyard, outdoor kitchen, guest house, greenhouse, horse barn/stable, several pastures, 2 water wells, 2 creeks, and 5± acre stocked lake.
JEFF SOELE (210) 705-4013 • LANCE SOELE (210) 542-6065 • CODY SOELE (210) 705-3107
TIME TO SELL- WE NEED INVENTORY-BUYERS ARE BUYING www.TEXASBESTRANCHES.com • (210) 705-4013TBR439-TLA Spread_17x11.125.indd 1 3/30/15 2:20 PM
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368± ACRES | BROWN COUNTY- 3/4± miles of Pecan Bayou, a major tributary of the Colorado River! Deep holes, rapids, rare and unique rock formations and much more!!! Owner says never dry!
22± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY- Majestic home, 4-car garage with “man cave”, caretaker/guest suite, equipment/hay storage barn with 4 stalls, paddocks, workshop, tack/feed room, 100’x275’± arena.
Interest Rates Are at an All-Time Low!What Are You Waiting For?
6.77± ACRES | AUSTIN CITY VIEWS- Travis County, heart of Austin, famous Old Walsh Tarlton Estate in Westlake, minutes to down-town, Giant Oak trees, level lawns, table-top dream home building site.
203± ACRES | FRIO COUNTY - Perfect mix of brush and improved pastures, 3,000± s.f., home with 2,000± s.f. of patios. 3,000± s.f. barn, fully stocked lake, cattle pens, high-fenced perimeter, lots of wildlife.
36± ACRES | FRIO RIVER - $700K PRICE REDUCTION! 50± RV spaces, 20 cabins, many campsites, 2 bathhouses, 3 water wells, retail store, main residence. In operation for 60+ years with huge client base.
200± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY- Hill-top 3BR/3.5BA castle, wrap around porches, pool/hot-tub, 40 ac. pastures, Wallace Creek with concrete dam, wildlife exempt, ATV trails, panoramic views, wildlife.
60.83± ACRES | REAL/UVALDE COUNTIES - Includes both sides of the � nest crystal-clear, rock-bottomed, Cypress tree lined, Texas Hill Country’s Frio River you will ever see or have the opportunity to own!
317± ACRES | BANDERA COUNTY - 7,000± s.f. home with dining courtyard, outdoor kitchen, guest house, greenhouse, horse barn/stable, several pastures, 2 water wells, 2 creeks, and 5± acre stocked lake.
JEFF SOELE (210) 705-4013 • LANCE SOELE (210) 542-6065 • CODY SOELE (210) 705-3107
TIME TO SELL- WE NEED INVENTORY-BUYERS ARE BUYING www.TEXASBESTRANCHES.com • (210) 705-4013TBR439-TLA Spread_17x11.125.indd 1 3/30/15 2:20 PM
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PRESIDENTFrom the Desk of the
Michael [email protected]
Ashley MorrowVP of Operations
Sara NollDirector of Marketing
Michelle RhotenJr. Editor
Ryan TeBeestManaging Partner
Dana RhotenDistribution Manager
It is my pleasure to introduce to you the Texas Landowner Magazine,the offi cial publication of theTexas Landowners Association.
Michael Morrow
Happy Spring Landowners! Since debuting Texas Landowners Associa-tion almost two years ago our members own more than 2,000,000 acres in Texas and have interests varying from livestock production, commercial hunting, eco-tourism, and pure � nancial investment. We’ve also had the opportunity to partner with some amazing sponsors who are equally dedicated to assisting landowners like yourself. � anks to them we are able to continue providing the resourc-es you need to manage your property. We are excited to launch our very own Landowner products and apparel with discount prices for our mem-bers.
Although we are happy about our growth, we are more proud of the ways we’ve been able to assist some of our members. We’ve helped answer ques-tions about pipeline easements, mineral leases, wildlife management, tax valuations, plant ID, and pasture production. We’ve also assisted landown-ers by introducing them to nearby landowners with similar interests, in many cases help from neighbors can be the best help around.
As a member, please take advantage of your perks by calling or emailing us with your questions. Our panel of experts is capable of helping or provid-ing you with information about almost any situation a landowner might encounter. Also feel free to continue providing us feedback about our or-ganization. Your feedback helps us develop our organization around your needs. We look forward to another great year and hope you enjoy being a member of � e Leading Landowner Organization In Texas!
Have a Blessed Year!
Michael MorrowPresident
Kristen CowanMember Services
Michelle Rhoten
Kristen Cowan
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In T
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8.........Did you know? Websoil Survey by Michael Morrow
11......Feeding Program: Today’s ways to make Fish Grow by Bob Lusk, “Pond Boss”
18......Texas Bison Association: Preserving the Legend by Jim Matheson
20......Product Highlight: The TurboSaw by Doughtry Machinery
22......Rural Land Pricing Strategies Made Easy: Sales Comparison Approach by Craig Bowen
26......Chris Kyle Memorial Benefi t by Ashley Morrow
30......A Primer on Food Plots for Deer by James Kroll, “Dr. Deer”
37......Agency Highlight: FSA supports fertile Past, Present, & Future by Shawn McCowan
40......Landowner Experience: Turkey Hunting by Tom Claycomb
42......Property Highlight: Armand Bayou & Benefi ts of a Prescribed Burn by Michelle Rhoten
52......TLA Spring Recipe Guide
56......Texas Land: Where did it all go? by Raulie Irwin
58......The Landowner’s Blueprint by Emily Courtney
62......Made by a Texan for a Texan : Cold Leather Products by Russell Dennis
63......Crossbreeding with Beefmasters by Bill Pendergrass
70......Restoring Northern Bobwhite Habitats: A South Texas Example by Tim Fulbright
74......TLA Store Preview
76......Current Project: Road Construction by Leslee Beach
78......The Role of Game Cameras in Feral Hog Management by Mark Tyson & James Cash
80......Texas Whiskey: Texas Silver Star Whiskey by Ashley Morrow
85......Project Preview: 30 Acre Lake by Conservation Inc. continued by Ryan TeBeest
88......Cover Photo: Spring Time in Texas by Jason Weingart
92......#TXTuesday
98......Texas Treasure: Natural Bridge Caverns by Michelle Rhoten
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