Fish On

At Down Home Ranch fishing should be called “GOIN’ CATCHING”. The bass and little school of blue gills aren’t very good at ignoring any piece of bait that is dunked in the water. The number of fish that have been caught, kissed, petted and returned to the water is untold.   Yes, I said kissed.   It’s…

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Thunder & Blaze, A Texas Style Reunion Story

In the rugged expanse of the American frontier, there’s a story that’s as old as the hills and plains themselves – the tale of the Texas Longhorns. These majestic beasts, with their sprawling horns, flashy appearance, and unwavering spirit, have roamed these lands for generations, embodying the very essence of strength and resilience. Over a…

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Still Waters Run Deep

“At first, he didn’t say much,” said Dave about Woodworking student, Rancher Brian. Dave Jordan is a Rancher Dad who shares his time and carpentry talents with the Ranchers by teaching a weekly woodshop class. Over time, Dave has witnessed an impressive transformation in Brian, stating, “He’s opening up more and thinking ahead.” It all…

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Horsemanship – Living the Ranch Life

Every Tuesday, a group of eager Ranchers report to the barn for their weekly Horsemanship Class. DHR’s Animal Husbandry Specialist, Naomi Russell, teaches the class with the help of dedicated long-term volunteer and experienced rider, Debby Alley.  Together, the team teach the Ranchers about horse care and behavior.    As a part of DHR’s Day…

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