Ranching as a lifestyle

The Tradition/Keeping the Ranch in the family

In interview after interview, the theme emerges ­ the value placed by current ranchers on keeping the ranch "in the family". The tradition of conserving and making better and passing on to the next generation is as strong now as it ever has been. Yet many ranch families struggle, and some don’t really see a way that their children can continue the multi-generational heritage. Talking about taking a "9 to5" job off the ranch, "selling out" and moving to town, and other options that may become necessary are hard to face and even harder to discuss.

Ranching and Farming with Family Members discusses intergenerational ranching and its strengths and weaknesses at
http://www.ext.colostate.edu/pubs/consumer/10217.html