This week, Haley is taking a trip back in time with Daniel Goodman, the director of El Rancho de las Golondrinas, a living history museum in New Mexico that is bringing the history of America’s first ranches back to life. They discuss the ranch’s deep history in Spanish-Mexico, the challenges of maintaining historic structures, the benefits (and difficulties!) of using traditional land and water management methods, and the future of this cultural gem.

History buffs, this is the episode for you - tune in to learn how Las Golondrinas blends agriculture, conservation, and immersive storytelling to educate and inspire future generations!

Topics

[0:00] Introduction - a peek into the past

[0:56] Daniel Goodman - from museum studies to running a historic ranch

[2:28] The History of Las Golondrinas

[8:36] Living History in Action - How to manage a historic ranch

[17:06] Environmental Challenges and Conservation Efforts

[40:55] The Future of Las Golondrinas

[43:52] Final Thoughts and How to Support Las Golondrinas

Links

Visit El Rancho de Las Golondrinas

Need professional help finding, buying or selling a legacy ranch, contact us:

Mirr Ranch Group

901 Acoma Street

Denver, CO 80204

Phone: (303) 623-4545

https://www.MirrRanchGroup.com/

Haley is joined by Mirr Ranch Group founder Ken Mirr and longtime broker Jeff Hubbard to reflect on 20 years of ranch real estate. From early days writing handwritten plat maps to today’s digital marketing strategies, they discuss the evolution of the market, how buyer demographics have shifted, and what the changing landscape of the American West means for the future. Tune in for insights on key sales, market trends, what to look forward to for ranch ownership and conservation.

Topics

[0:00] Introduction: Celebrating 20 Years

[6:00] Mirr Ranch Group: The Early Days

[10:30] Shifting Demographics - A Trip Through Time

[19:55] Economic Challenges and Market Resilience

[26:00] Key Sales & Defining Moments

[33:00] The Future of Ranch Real Estate

[41:10] Legacy, Stewardship, & What’s Next

Need professional help finding, buying or selling a legacy ranch, contact us:

Mirr Ranch Group

901 Acoma Street

Denver, CO 80204

Phone: (303) 623-4545

https://www.MirrRanchGroup.com/

Welcome back to the Land Bulletin! We kick off the new season with a double feature - the Beardsley Brothers, Duke and Woody! From their family’s five generation history in Colorado to their distinct career paths – Duke as a renowned western artist and Woody as a conservation-minded ranch broker (at Mirr!) – the Beardsley’s share their perspectives on preserving the legacy of the West. They discuss how ranching, land stewardship, and contemporary western art continue to shape the region’s identity offering insights for new and seasoned landowners alike.

Topics

[0:58] Meet the Beardsley Brothers: A Family Legacy in Colorado
[3:30] Ranching Roots: The Beardsleys’ Historic Ties to the Land
[5:21] Childhood Influences: How the West Shaped Their Careers
[9:39] The Meaning of Legacy in Art, Land, and Culture
[18:30] The Evolution of Western Art: Tradition Meets Modernity
[22:22] Ranching Today: Land Use, Conservation & Ownership Trends
[25:32] Storytelling Through Art and the Growing Popularity of Western Aesthetics
[31:45] What’s Next for Duke & Woody Beardsley
[33:47] Closing Thoughts & Final Reflections

Need professional help finding, buying or selling a legacy ranch, contact us:

Mirr Ranch Group

901 Acoma Street

Denver, CO 80204

Phone: (303) 623-4545

https://www.MirrRanchGroup.com/