The infamous Cape St Mary's genetics now available

Six years ago, we received the opportunity to purchase the remaining younger cows from Ilse Oles of Cape St Mary Ranch located on Lopez Island in Washington.  If you aren't familiar with that name, just ask fellow Highland breeders that have been around a bit longer about the influence that family and ranch has had in the Pacific Northwest as well as nationally in the Highland breed.  

We consider it an honor to carry on the Cape St Mary's genetics, and after much consideration, we have decided that we are ready to pass on some of those genetics.  

We will be offering two cows, Cape St Mary's Reba (AHCA 57,067) and Cape St Mary's Vera (AHCA 55,755) this fall after they wean their current calves.  Both of these cows have shown great maternal traits and have consistently contributed to our breeding and beef objectives.  They have been pasture exposed to our bull Malcolm as Asman (AHCA 68,500) for a Spring 2027 calving.

Please reach out if you would like more information on either cow and would like to schedule a visit to see them in person.  We are a working farm, and not set up for casual tours, so we are asking for serious inquiries only.

***Update, pending pick up ***

Cape St Mary's Reba, September 2026

Cape St Mary's Vera with calf, September 2026

Cape St Mary's Vera, September 2026

Malcolm of Asman, July 2026

Spring heifer update

Looking forward to warmer and dryer weather around the farm.  The wet doesn't stop the chores, and the few nice days we do have are filled to the brim.

Our almost yearling heifers have been going through their socialization classes, lol!  Aka, get them in a smaller paddock, work with them, and decide who makes the next cut for potential breeding stock.  A few will join the beef crew, a few will be retained, and we are faced with the decision of who will be offered for sale.

Make sure to follow our farm's FB page for the most up to date information on potential animals for sale.  We will be making an announcement in the next few weeks.

2024 NWHCA Spring Production Sale

Margaret of Asman has been consigned to the NWHCA Spring Production Sale, being held online at cowbuyer.com.  Lots will be available for bidding soon, with the auction closing on April 27th at 5pm PDT.

Margaret is a yearling heifer showing great potential along with a noteworthy pedigree. Her dam, Cape St. Mary's Vera, hails from the iconic Cape St. Mary's herd on Lopez Island, Washington with decades of breeding experience, great maternal instincts and amazing udders. Her sire, STR Journey, is the progeny of Rioghail of Balmoral and Yarnelle Farms Betula. He is a full sibling to STR Armageddon, the 2020 National Western Stock Show reserve grand champion. Our farm focuses on grass-fed beef, but Margaret would also hold her own in a show ring. She has a very calm demeanor, enjoys brushing, and has been started on the halter. With a 482# adjusted weaning weight, we are excited to see how Margaret will contribute to a successful breeding program.

Boer buck looking for ladies - SOLD

 Our daughter is looking to re-home the buck she used for this year's breeding season.  He is a registered 100% Fullblood Boer.  He is 17 months old, and is ready for some new ladies.  Contact us for more information.