History

The Calaway family has been running cattle since the early part of the nineteenth century. The Homestead lies 42 miles southwest of Calaway’s Yellowstone Ranch on the world famous Henry’s Fork of the Snake River. Andrew Henry, who the river is named after, spent the winters of 1810 and 1811 on ranch property. His settlement, known in history as Fort Henry, was the first white settlement west of the Mississippi River.

The Calaway’s herd of over one thousand five hundred head of cattle spends the spring and late fall on the Homestead and North Range properties. Branding and the administration of annual vaccinations occur here.

The herd spends the summer months on Calaway’s Yellowstone Ranch. The actual date depends on the weather conditions. A heavy snow pack and late spring thaw can cause forest grasses to lay dormant until the temperature warms up. The integrity of the forest is foremost in our minds as we determine when to move the cattle on. Some of the most beautiful country in the world is found here.

Mid October brings one of the most anticipated events of the Calaway family with the annual fall roundup. Cowboys and friends from near and far gather at Calaway’s Yellowstone Ranch to offer assistance in rounding up the entire herd in one day. The culminating event is a big steak dinner in the evening with all the trimmings. The following week a small group of cowboys back ride to locate stock that has been missed.

During the winter months the herd returns to the Homestead. Calving takes place here from mid-February through mid-April.