Western Landowners Alliance

Ranch Managers Guild - Virtual Fence Technologies on Working Lands
2026-02-10 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Denver) | Zoom
This call will bring Ranch Managers Guild members together for a candid, peer-to-peer discussion about the use of virtual fencing technologies in real-world ranch operations. Members will share firsthand experiences with different systems, what it actually takes to implement and operate them, and how the technology is affecting cattle behavior, labor, costs, and management flexibility. The goal is to move beyond marketing claims and focus on practical lessons learned from managers who are using or seriously evaluating virtual fencing.
We’ll discuss:

Overall experiences using virtual fencing in day-to-day operations

Upfront and ongoing costs, including installation, labor, and maintenance

Unintended consequences, limitations, or surprising outcomes

Comparisons between different virtual fencing companies and platforms

How cattle have responded and adapted over time

The realities of operating the apps and managing herds digitally

How to identify cost-share programs and funding opportunities

Participation is reserved for active members of the Ranch Managers Guild. Not signed up yet? You can sign up here today.

Managing Wolf Depredation: Reporting, Documentation, and Support
2026-02-10 12:00 - 14:00 | Burns, Colorado, Burns, CO, 80426, United States
At this workshop, Dr. Brackett, DVM and local ranchers will share their experiences with the claim process. Attendees will learn what steps to take after a suspected wolf kill to improve the chances of having a depredation confirmed.
This workshop is intended for livestock owners and managers. Lunch is provided.
RSVP to denyse@eccdistrict.org or at 970-236-6168

Soil Health & Nutrient Management Webinar
2026-02-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Featured speaker: Donnie Englehardt
Donnie is an experienced agricultural consultant with a deep-rooted commitment to advancing soil health, plant vitality, livestock wellbeing, and water quality. With a diverse background spanning regenerative land management and sustainable farming systems, he brings an integrative perspective to every operation, large or small.
Hosted by Western Landowners Alliance, Rocky Mountain Front Ranchlands Group, and the National Fish & Wildlife Foundation.
