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Running Colter RanchB E L G R A D E , M O N T A N A

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Introduction:Located in Belgrade, Montana, 20 minutes west of Bozeman, the 442

acre Running Colter Ranch represents premier sporting opportunities

on the private waterfowl ponds and sloughs. All-season recreational

opportunities from golf to world-class downhill and cross-country

skiing are available at nearby Big Sky Resort. Scenic building sites

are available, and virtually all the live water on the ranch has been

expertly enhanced to maximize an incoming owner’s sporting lifestyle.

With two spring-fed waterfowl ponds and several smaller creeks and

sloughs, this is one of the finest sporting property investments available

in the Bozeman area.

Running Colter RanchB E L G R A D E , M O N T A N A

Craig Janssen, Associate Broker

Jack McInerney, Sales Associate

Toll Free 866.734.6100

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Running Colter Ranch’- One of the Finest Sporting Properties

Acreage:Comprised of 442± deeded acres, the Running

Colter Ranch is a mix of riparian corridor, irrigated

cropland, pasture and wildlife habitat. The Lower

Creamery Ditch crosses at a diagonal from the

southwest corner to the northeast corner. The 202

acres of irrigated cropland are located throughout the

property with springs and wetland areas interspersed

throughout the corridors, separating the farmland

and significantly adding to the wildlife habitat.

Location:The Running Colter Ranch is located between Manhattan and Bozeman, Montana. Gallatin Field

Airport is approximately 15 minutes east offering commercial air service from United, Delta/

Northwest, Frontier, Allegiant and Alaska/Horizon. Service for private aircraft is available through

Yellowstone Jetcenter or Arlin’s Aircraft Service. Bozeman is nestled in the midst of the Gallatin

Valley, the heart of Yellowstone Country and is known for being sophisticated, yet down to earth.

A vibrant upbeat community, Bozeman is home to Montana State University, Museum of the

Rockies and the Bozeman Symphony Orchestra. “Stunning views of the Rocky Mountains, strong

local economy, and intellectual and cultural activities” were cited as the reason for Bozeman being

ranked at the top of the list in bizjornals “10 highest ranked cities offering the best quality of life.”

History:In 1808, John Colter, a former member of Lewis and Clark Expedition, found himself shoeless

and running for his life from a group of Blackfeet Indians. A fast runner, after several miles

Colter was exhausted, but far ahead of most of the group. It is said that during Colter’s run,

he passed through the modern day ranch grounds and thus the ranch was named Running

Colter.

Fort Three Forks was established a few miles downstream from the present day town in the

spring of 1810, by John Colter. This was a useful trading and trapping area as Three Forks was

a convergence of many Indian trails and wildlife.

Lewis and Clark spent several days exploring this area and the three rivers that make up the

headwaters of the Missouri, including the Gallatin River in the upper end of the valley and

the current site of Bozeman. During this time they named the rivers, Gallatin’s River after the

Secretary of the Treasury Albert Gallatin, Madison’s River after James Madison, Secretary of

State and Jefferson’s River for Thomas Jefferson. The men explored the area after returning

from the Pacific, following the Gallatin upstream to Bozeman. From there, they traveled

over the Bozeman Pass to the Yellowstone River, and then downstream to the junction of

the Yellowstone and the Missouri. West of modern day Three Forks is where Sacajawea was

captured as a child from her Shoshone tribe. She returned years later as the main guide for the

Lewis and Clark expedition.

Nearby Live Water:According to many knowledgeable anglers, Bozeman and the

Gallatin Valley are the center of fishing activity in Montana.

Residents and visitors know the importance of having the

Madison, Gallatin, Jefferson and Missouri less than twenty

minutes from the ranch. Within an hour, the list of great fisheries

grows and includes much of the greatest trout water in the world.

Some highlights on this list of area rivers and creeks include the

Beaverhead, Big Hole, East Gallatin, Yellowstone, Ruby, Shields and

all of the smaller creeks that feed these rivers. Don’t forget about

the fee fishing spring creeks in the Gallatin Valley and the Paradise

Valley when ready for an angling challenge.

The Gallatin is a mid-sized, free stone western river that flows

undammed for over 100 miles. It starts in Yellowstone National

Park and ends where it meets the Madison and Jefferson Rivers

making up one branch of the Three Forks of the Missouri.

Ranch Operation:The current ownership has managed Running Colter primarily to promote wildlife habitat

and ranch operations. A neighboring rancher currently leases the crop and hay grounds for

production. To maximize the game bird and wildlife habitat, grazing is currently not utilized.

Running Colter has ample water to irrigate the 202 acres currently being farmed with a

diversity of sources of the irrigation rights. Water is applied through flooding and the use of

the 3 center pivot irrigation systems. This property is extremely well watered for agricultural

purposes with the supplemental benefits of increased wildlife habitat.

Wildlife and Hunting:The premium sporting component is incredibly restored, and the ranch offers excellent habitat

for upland bird hunting. Enjoy stalking Rooster pheasant, ducks and the occasional covey of

Hungarian partridge. The ranch is home to an extraordinary array of wildlife, including game

and non-game animals. For game birds, pheasant and many types of waterfowl are found

in abundance, while Hungarian partridge and dove are not uncommon. Whitetail deer are

also found in great quantities with the occasional moose and black bear. Raptors including

bald eagles, great horned owls, red-tailed and rough-legged hawks and kestrel falcons call this

ranch home. Enjoy watching the incredible variety of songbirds that can be seen at the bird

feeders off the back porch. Other full-time or part-time residents include red fox, coyotes,

mink, river otter, turkey, marmot, ruffed grouse and raccoon.

Drive almost any direction from the ranch and upland bird hunters will find opportunities to

chase pheasants, Hungarian partridge, Sharp-tailed grouse, as well as Blue and Ruffed grouse

in the area mountains.

Elk, deer, black bear, and mountain lion can all be found in the area mountains and forests.

Moose, bighorn sheep and Rocky Mountain goat are also in the area. These animals require

specific tags from Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks to harvest. Start applying and build up

preference points for these tags now. Yellowstone National Park and the Gallatin National

Forest are some of the nation’s best places to find protected animals like grizzly bears, lynx,

wolverines and wolves.


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This area is brimming with adventure and an abundance of outdoor

recreational activities. People travel from around the world to

experience all that this part of southwest Montana has to offer. Skiing,

snowmobiling and snowshoeing are popular winter outdoor activities.

Bridger Bowl is one of the nation’s best community downhill ski areas

and is less than an hour from the property. The ski resorts of Big Sky

and Moonlight Basin are located an hour up the Gallatin Canyon In

summertime, there are numerous lakes, streams and rivers in the area

where enthusiasts enjoy boating, fishing, swimming and relaxing.

Exploring the wilderness and mountains in the area on horseback or

hiking will provide days of fun and adventure each year.

Climate:This part of Montana enjoys a

mild climate with over 300 days

of sunshine. July and August are

the warmest months with high

temperatures averaging in the

low 80s and nighttime lows in

the 50s. January is typically the

coldest month with daily highs

in the mid-30s. The Bozeman area sees on average over 18 inches

of precipitation per year, with the majority of that coming in April,

May and June. Average annual snowfall is around 85 inches, with a

little more against the mountains on the southwest side of town. The

property typically sees less than half that amount of snowfall. Snow

removal is periodically needed, but is rarely a significant issue.

Recreation:Gallatin Valley recreation is summed up in the Ultimate Montana Atlas

and Travel Encyclopedia. “Over 2,000 miles of blue-ribbon trout streams

weave through this sportsman’s paradise, while golf courses, tennis

courts, indoor and outdoor pools and hot springs make Bozeman a city of

diverse recreational opportunities. The Bridger Bowl Ski Area is minutes

away featuring over 1,200 acres inside the Gallatin National Forest.”

The Running Colter Ranch lies between Bozeman and the small farm

town of Manhattan. Basic services and conveniences can be found

in Manhattan. The Garden Café is an ideal spot for lunch, while fine

dining and some of the best beef in the West can be found at Sir Scott’s

Oasis. Manhattan is known for its academics in the school system and

friendly, helpful residents. The Bozeman area is the center for culture,

commerce, tourism and the arts. The Bozeman Symphony Orchestra is

considered to be the finest in the world for cities this size. Visitors and

residents will appreciate easy access to commercial air travel, four golf

courses, shopping and sophisticated dining, among other amenities.

The Museum of the Rockies is home to one of the largest dinosaur fossil

collections in the world as well as the renowned paleontologist Jack

Horner. The museum has several historical exhibits that trace the origins

of the area’s native people and the white trappers and settlers that traveled

west. Additionally, the world-class Taylor Planetarium and constantly

changing art exhibits are found at the Museum of the Rockies.

This area where the Madison and Gallatin Valleys meet was known to the

Indians as the “Valley of Flowers” and boasts some of the most fertile land

in the nation.

Area:

Running Colter Ranch Aerial Map••Maps are for visual aid only accuracy is not guaranteed.


Summary:• 442± acres

• Less than 20 minutes to Bozeman

• Approximately 10 minutes to Gallatin Field Airport

• Less than 1 hour from two ski resorts

• In the heart of the world’s best trout fishing

• Ideal for upland bird and waterfowl hunters

PRICE: $3,250,000TAXES: $1,975 in 2014CONTACT: Please contact Craig Janssen or Jack

McInerney at Live Water Properties, 866.734.6100,

to schedule a showing.

Notes:1) This is an exclusive listing of Live Water Properties LLC; an agent of Live Water Properties must be present to conduct

a showing. The owners respectfully request that other agents and/or prospective buyers contact Live Water Properties

in advance to schedule a proper showing and do not attempt to tour or trespass the property on their own. Thank you.

2) Offering subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, change or withdrawal without notice, and approval of purchase by

owner. Information provided herein is intended as a general guideline and has been provided by sources deemed

reliable, but the accuracy of which we cannot guarantee.

3) Live Water Properties LLC represents the Seller as a Seller’s Agent.

Running Colter Ranch Location Map••Maps are for visual aid only accuracy is not guaranteed.

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