It’s that time of year again! Our weekly calving update is back by popular demand as calving season has arrived! There’s something special and almost magical about calving season. Amidst the hustle of the long days and the challenge of those often exhausting nights, lies the heartwarming reward of witnessing the miracle of new life. Every calf born on our ranch isn’t just an addition to the ranch; it’s a testament to the cycle of life, our dedication, and the relentless spirit of nature. And ... VIEW POST
Calving Season 2024 – Week 1
Looking Ahead at 2024
Its sometimes hard to believe how fast the year goes by on a cattle ranch. We always like to spend some time planning the year in January and February because once calving arrives in March, it seems like it is full steam ahead until November. 2024 is jammed packed with fun and exciting new things! Here is a bit of a yearly ranch life summary of our upcoming year. January We are so thankful that the snow started to fall! We received about 20 inches in January, so we had a few ... VIEW POST
The First Snowfall: Embracing Winter’s Arrival
The first snowfall is always a magical moment at Ogilvie Stock Ranch, but this year it brings an even deeper sense of relief and renewal. The white blanket that covers our land comes as a much-needed relief after the recent forest fire that swept through the area. It is a reminder of the resilience and regrowth of nature, and the strength of our community. The devastating fire left its mark on the landscape, leaving charred trees and scorched earth in its wake. It was a time of heartache ... VIEW POST
Embracing the Serenity of Winter: Bringing the Cows Home
As the snow gently drifts from the skies, I can't help but feel a sense of peace and contentment. It's that time of year again when we gather our cows and bring them home, ready to embark on the winter feeding months. The transition from one season to another is not only a shift in weather, but also a chance for us to pause and appreciate the beauty and simplicity of nature. It signals not just a transition in seasons, but also a time for us to pause, catch our breath, and recoup from the ... VIEW POST
Fall tasks on the ranch: Embracing the season of change!
As the air gets crisp and the leaves change colours, we are starting to work on our fall ranch tasks. Fall brings a sense of anticipation and preparation for the colder months ahead. Let's take a peek into six fall tasks that are important for our ranch. Pasture Maintenance We are assessing the condition our pastures, ensuring they are will provide nutritious forage for our cattle throughout the next month or so. This year, the fire has thrown our whole fall routine out the window as we ... VIEW POST
Ranch Life in January
As a ranch mom of three boys, I get asked how do you do it all? Honestly, I don’t. I have an amazing supportive family to help me with raising the boys on the ranch. Ogilvie Stock Ranch is a family ranch and we all share the responsibilities together. My mom and dad keep the day to day of the ranch going. I help, with the boys, whenever we can. Here is a look into what January is like on a family cattle ranch. Family Helping Family The boys and I love our daily morning and evening ... VIEW POST
