Want to see what it takes to run a working cattle ranch in the Wildcat Hills of Western Nebraska? The Flying Bee Ranch is the place to be. It's located near the historic Oregon Trail and Chimney Rock.

Start the day by helping us feed the horses, chickens, cats, dog and maybe bottle-feed an orphan or twin calf.

Then ride with us in our RTV or pickup for 3-4 hours, as we're off to the pastures to check the cows and calves.

Get up close to a baby calf nursing its mama. Watch the calves romp and play just like little children. Have your picture taken with our oxen, Toughy, and feed him right out of your hand.

As we put out salt and mineral, we make sure the windmills and the solar pumps are operating properly to provide water for our livestock.

Here you might get a glimpse of a coyote darting across the pasture or a golden eagles soaring overhead. A raptor may swoop down to capture its prey or a flock of turkey could saunter down the draw. The mule deer may peek at you through the brush with great curiosity and the antelope just might be grazing on the hay field. Many of our short grass prairie birds can be spotted sitting on the barbwire fences right along the road. The recently reintroduced Big Horn Sheep will look like rocks on the side of the hill from a distance.

Traveling through our ranch you'll experience the wide-open spaces of our rolling short grass prairie as well as the steep rugged pine-dotted bluffs of the Wildcat Hills. Some real spectacular scenery!

Learn the details of our cow/calf operation and what it takes to maintain our livestock and work with Mother Nature. Hear the history of the ranch from the homestead days to the present and walk away with a new appreciation for the beef on your table.

 
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Limited to 4 adults or a family of 5.

Working Ranch Half-Day Tour:

Required attire: close-toed shoes, long pants, and hat for sun protection
Water and snack provided

Short Ranch Tour (45 - 60 minutes): (If you're short on time)

Stay in our secluded Cabin Retreat at the base of the Wildcat Hills. One bedroom sleeps six with a kitchen and full bath. Request B&B service or do your own cooking. A picnic area and charcoal grill are available for your use.

Other Bed and Breakfast accommodations are two guest rooms at the house with a shared bath for $90/night for two.

If you prefer to Camp we can provide you with an electric and water hookup ($20/night) or a dry camping spot ($18/night) near the scenic rugged pine-dotted bluffs.






Contact Us
Flying Bee Ranch
6755 Road 42
Bayard, NE 69334
phone: 308-783-2885

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