ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Montana’s Hi-Line country is known for its expansive landscape and sparse populations. Nestled along the Canadian border, it’s great cow country when the weather behaves. But when it doesn’t? The cattle have to be tough, and the people tougher. Clint and Lori Swanson grew up in the area and have made Chinook, Mont., their home since they married and started Shipwheel Cattle Company. They balance functional cattle — good feet and longevity — with performance. In this episode the Swansons talk about starting a sale, selling aged bulls, raising a family on the ranch and surviving the lean years.
HOSTS: Miranda Reiman and Mark McCully
GUESTS: Klint and Lori Swanson’s roots run deep in the Montana cattle business. Klint’s grandpa brought Angus cattle to northern Montana in 1945, and his parents founded Apex Angus in the 1960s. When Klint was 9 years old, he was gifted two Angus heifers and they’re the foundation of the herd the family runs today. The cattle are spread between two locations, Snake Creek Ranch at Lloyd, Mont., and Lori’s homeplace, Clear Creek Ranch, near Chinnock. Their two grown children, Austin and Bree, are involved in the family operation, along with running their own businesses. Shipwheel Cattle Company hosts an annual bull sale in December on the ranch.
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