Winemaker s Island Preserve

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1 Winemaker s Island Preserve One of the World s Finest Waterfowl Hunting Experiences

2 We saw more birds here in three days of filming on Winemaker s Island than we sometimes see in a whole year. -Beretta s Bird Hunter Journal

3 Property Highlights List Price $9,950,000 Location Legal Description Acres Taxes - Estimated Estimated Cash Lease Income Adjacent east of McGrew Nebraska, or 12 miles east and 4 miles south of Scottsbluff, Nebraska Please call Lashley Land for a copy of the Legal Description, and/or information on acreage, taxes & income. A note regarding acres: Occasionally the Farm Service Agency differs on the number of acres in a property from the Coutny Assessor s office. While it is our policy to quote acres as listed by the Assessor s office, we believe that in this case, the FSA measurements are more accurate. The FSA states that there are irrigated acres, and the Assessor states there are We have quoted the irrigated acres and taken the difference away from the grass acres stated by the Assessor s office. Contact Lashley Land to go over the maps and figures in detail.

4 The astounding conservation efforts put forth by the Owner are evident from the air. Thousands of Russian Olive trees have been removed, leaving pockets of cover for game, and clearings for pasture and food plots. Notice some of the heated sloughs that draw waterfowl. LashleyLand.com

5 This is an incredible ranch with unparalleled bird activity. -Nebraska Game and Parks Visitors LashleyLand.com

6 The property often hosts 30,000 to 40,000 birds per night during migration. LashleyLand.com

7 Winemaker s Island Preserve is surrounded by our cornfields, drawing phenomenal numbers of birds.

8 Property Summary Winemaker's Island Preserve & Ranch ot far from the mile high city of Denver is a sportsman s paradise. ocated in the heart of the famous orth Platte River s Central Flyway waterfowl migration route, Winemaker s Island Preserve Ranch consists of over 2,000 continuous acres of prime ground managed for ducks, geese and other water fowl. The island itself is an 800-acre piece of land that stretches for three miles in the split river channels, thus creating six miles of shoreline habitat. The property is only three hours from Denver & less than 20 miles to Western Nebraska Regional Airport in Scottsbluff. It is also readily accessible via scenic highways 92 and 26 for weekend enjoyment. For the outdoor sportsman, this property is a recreational dream with duck, geese, turkey and deer hunting. Winemaker s Island was developed and created by Sam Sebastiani, a legendary winemaker in Northern California. In 1992 Sam purchased the 800 acre island on the North Platte River, and began acquiring the surrounding properties, creating the 2,000+ acre ranch as it is today, and started his intensive restoration process. Sam enlisted help from esteemed conservationists from Ducks Unlimited, the Nebraska NRCS plus advice from the Army Corps of Engineers. The property was carefully surveyed, and the lower zones that were once watercourses and marshlands were identified. Sam and his crew dug out many of these areas, recreating marshes, ponds, and connecting waterways similar to what it had been in the days gone by. With the nearby food sources, Winemaker s Island is a veritable magnet for waterfowl. Hunting and Habitat Enhancement... Winemaker s Island Preserve appears from the sky as a land of lakes and waterways. Power was brought to several ponds and sloughs to provide enough heat to create inviting, steaming open water in the dead of winter. There are now18 ponds connected by undulating streams of warm water. Corn and alfalfa fields are perfectly placed as food sources. Hundreds of thousands of invasive Russian olive trees have been removed, opening up once again room for native grasses and pasture. Only the best trees were left in pockets, strategically placed along established game trails to provide cover. There are now over 18 ponds, numerous waterways, wetlands, and over six miles of river frontage. Ethical hunting and habitat management have been paramount. Only family and friends hunted the property from , and even that was infrequent. In 2010 the ranch was opened to carefully controlled commercial hunting. Hunting parties are moved from zone to zone over the six mile stretch of river, maintaining light hunting pressure on the game. These practices, along with the years of conservation efforts, have created a hunting property that is unparalleled for the sheer numbers of waterfowl species, upland game birds, turkey and deer present on the property. Ducks Unlimited tours Winemaker s Island Preserve regularly with scientists and conservationists viewing the site as a model for habitat enrichment and cultivated hunting. The Preserve has been featured by USA Today, American Water Fowler Magazine, Beretta s Bird Journal and Gray s Sporting Journal. Sam has been recognized for his conservation efforts by Ducks Unlimited, The Sierra Club and the US Department of Agriculture.

9 Property Highlights Improvements The owner s Lodge or Green Roof includes 7 bedrooms & 6 bathrooms and sleeps up to 15. Full gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances. A large, beautiful great room with fireplace in brick hearth. Oak flooring and Berber carpet complete this home. Green Roof has a fishing pond stocked with bass and trout; and the nearby North Platte River is considered one of the best fishing areas in the United States. Hardt House is a 2,254 sq.ft. ranch style, single family residence with a 560 sq.ft. detached garage plus a large shop and additional equipment building. It has 4 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms. Pirate House is located in the town of McGrew and is currently used as a Hunters Clubhouse. It has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom plus a heated hunting gear shed. Warner House is a 1,640 sq. ft. home with 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms, plus a 700 sq. ft. attached garage. Red Roof is a 1,812 sq.ft, bungalow, single family residence with a detached 1,700+ sq.ft. utility building. It is currently rented. In addition, the property package includes two historic buildings in the nearby town of Bayard, the McGrew Bank building and the Oregon Trail Chapel. Hunting and Recreation Opportunities Canada Geese Snow Geese Numerous species of ducks Wild Turkey Mule Deer White Tailed Deer Pheasant Quail All information herein is from sources deemed reliable, however the accuracy is not guaranteed by Lashley Land and Recreational Brokers, Inc., seller or agent. Offering is subject to error, omissions, prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice. LashleyLand.com

10 The owner's Lodge or "Green Roof" with heated garage, kennels and shop.

11 The Great Room at Green Roof Lodge will accomodate large groups. The lodge sleeps up to 15 people. Many of the furnishings, decor and household items are available for purchase.

12 Property Summary About the area... The property is located in western Nebraska in Scotts Bluff County, in a highly productive area in terms of cattle and agriculture. The Scotts Bluff area is known for its incredible vistas and rock formations. Chimney Rock and neighboring Jailhouse Rock provide an iconic backdrop for this sanctuary. While this paradise is strategically located far enough from the county roads to avoid disturbing the wildlife, it is only 20 minutes from a commercial airport, hospital, and other modern amenities in the city of Scottsbluff. About the Ranch... The ranch is a good investment for someone who wants to use the whole 2,032 acre ranch for farming and livestock, but also allows the flexibility of being able to develop or sell off one or more of the 22 deeded parcels sometime in the future. In 2015, the ranch produced 595 tons of hay, 1,352 tons of sugar beets, and 181 bushels per acre of corn. There is potential for more production. In addition, 1,500 acres of grazing land supporting 300 head of cattle; and a gravel pit which produces fine, quartz sand used by one of the best golf courses in the region. The property is fenced and cross fenced with over 900 acres of irrigated meadows. In addition, there are 7 domestic wells and 3 irrigation wells on the property. (320 pivoted acres.) This is an incredible opportunity to own a turn-key ranch and recreational area with strong production history. All equipment to operate the ranch is for sale, but not included in the price. The property is perfect for a gentleman s ranch or recreational property. A Note from the Broker... I have personally been in farm, ranch, and recreational land sales for over 40 years. I am an avid outdoorsman who has intensively hunted Nebraska my whole life. I have traveled the entire North American continent pursuing all manner of birds and game, and I have never seen anything like this place. Not only is this possibly the most extraordinary waterfowl sanctuary in America, it is the finest all around hunting property I have ever seen. This property offers a World Class Waterfowl Hunting Experience, and is possibly the best turkey, deer, and upland game property in the United States. This is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity for an outdoorsman to carry on the work that created this wildlife utopia, and to enjoy the astounding bounty this paradise has to offer. Take the time to truly appreciate what has been accomplished here. If you would like to tour this incredible preserve, I would be happy to accommodate you. Broker, Owner Lashley Land and Recreational Brokers, Inc. LashleyLand.com

13 Four seasons of breathtaking scenery LashleyLand.com

14 Winemaker s Island creates opportunities for an amateur shutterbug to take photographs worthy of National Geographic LashleyLand.com

15 Conservation efforts for all wildlife was taken into consideration. When clearing the massive Russian Olive undergrowth, pockets were strategically left as cover. Wild Turkey are now so numerous that they are almost a nuisance. Over 600 pheasants have been released on the property over the last 6-8 years. Neighbors have commented on the dramatic population increase in area pheasants over the last few years.

16 Chimney Rock National Monument Symbol of the Oregon Trail

17 So much an icon of Nebraska that it s image is emblazoned on the State quarter by the United States Treasury. The perfect backdrop to this waterfowl and wildlife wonderland! LashleyLand.com

18 Truly, a World Class Hunting experience! LashleyLand.com

19 Aerial Map Boundary lines are estimates - Map for illustration only LashleyLand.com

20 Topo Map Boundary lines are estimates - Map for illustration only LashleyLand.com

21 Location-imagery map Boundary lines are estimates - Map for illustration only

22 Location Map Boundary lines are estimates - Map for illustration only

23 The land experts you can trust Contact Information Office: Fax: Website: LashleyLand.com, Scott Saults, Skip Marland, Adam Marshall, Jordan Maassen, Lucy Thierer and Amy Johnston Like us on Facebook Facebook.com/LashleyLand 2218 E. Walker Road North Platte, NE 69101