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Our Valais Breed-Up Program: A Woolly Journey to the Cutest Sheep in the World
At the ranch, we’re always working to improve the health, genetics, and charm of our flock—and this year, we launched something extra...
Shelli Carnes
Apr 122 min read


Lessons We Can Learn from Javelinas
Javelinas, often misunderstood, are fascinating creatures with lessons to teach us all. Native to the rugged landscapes of Texas, these...
Phil Williams
Jan 173 min read


Two Gals, Some Sheep, and the Road to Ranger
Life as a rancher is always an adventure, and every day seems to add another chapter to the saga. But nothing quite compares to the day...
Ashley Harmon
Nov 17, 20243 min read


Makeshift Roller Coasters and Coffee Time
Growing up on my family’s ranch was an experience unlike any other. With rolling acres of Texas Hill Country as our playground and a...
Ashley Harmon
Sep 26, 20242 min read


The Hidden Hollywood History of our Ranch
Welcome to Williams Ranch, a legendary landscape steeped in history and natural beauty for over 68 years. Nestled deep in the Texas Hill...
Shelli Carnes
Aug 1, 20242 min read


The Caterwauler at Hog Holler
Hog Holler, a place of both beauty and mystery, is a box canyon with steep limestone walls on three sides. The only access is through...
Shelli Carnes
Jun 11, 20243 min read


The Family Table, Traditions, and Green Gum
It’s not a fancy table, but it’s big. When the kitchen was “modernized” in the 40s, the table was constructed inside the kitchen out of...
Shelli Carnes
May 31, 20243 min read
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