Our story

Our private working ranching is home to grazing cattle, an equine events arena, a herd of Quarter horses, and a bountiful flock of pastured chickens. Don’t be surprised if you encounter a lamb or two during your stay with us. And be sure to ask about our honey bees and unique apiary accommodations.

A diverse landscape consisting of over 3,800 acres of rolling hills, wooded trails, a bamboo forest, two beautiful lakes and both Red Oak Creek and the mighty Flint River flow steadily through the property.

Quercus Animals

Quercus is home to a beef cattle herd, horse herd, pastured chickens, sheep, miniature donkeys, and several loyal, well-loved dogs.

Pastured Chickens

Here at Quercus Farm all our chickens are pasture raised. This means, each morning their coop doors are opened, and they have the ability to roam without boundaries during daylight hours. Their coop doors are then closed again at sunset to protect the birds from predators.

Unlike conventionally raised chickens, our chickens have the opportunity to graze, and forage for natural food sources. This activity increases their exercise, lowers stress levels, improves egg quality, and results in overall healthier birds. We raise our hens together with cockerels. As natural leaders, cockerels protect the hens, guiding them to the best food and even protecting them from predators. We protect the integrity of the birds by keeping them fully beaked. This allows them to forage and find natural protein sources like insects.

Our farm-fresh eggs are available for purchase - inquire about them during your stay.

Horses

Our horse herd is primarily composed of Quarter Horses including several that were born and raised here on the farm! In 2002, we added stock from King Ranch to begin a Quarter Horse breeding program of our very own. Our riding staff works with all of the guest horses regularly; this enables the guides to get to know the horse’s abilities and personalities. The horses here at Quercus have been specially selected for the work they will be doing, taking into consideration temperament, height, age, experience, and ability.

Cattle

Quercus is home to a commercial beef herd consisting of over 400 head of cattle. The pastoral setting makes for an ideal home for all of our livestock.