HomeGROWN  FOR  GENERATIONS

We are three generations of a family run ranch in Carbondale, Colorado.  Our cattle are truly homegrown.... born on Nieslanik Ranch, summered high on the flanks of Mt. Sopris and the Thompson Divide, and wintered on hay we grow and cut locally each year. Ranching is a vital part of our community and family heritage.  Nieslanik Beef has helped preserve a future for ranching in Carbondale by conserving our land and holding onto the ranching lifestyle for future generations.

WATCH  OUR  HERITAGE  SERIES

We've set out to share our story through a series of videos that capture the major events of a year in the life of the Nieslanik Beef cattle operation. Be forewarned... we don't sugar coat things. The footage is raw and authentic... just like our way of life.

PART 1:
​BIG bales  &  Bellyaches

The early pasture life of Nieslanik calves.
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Part 2:
BRANDING DAY

Nieslanik family and friends come to together for calf branding every April.

Part 3:
COWS  OF  THE  CROWN

Every spring, our momma cows and calves make the journey from Nieslanik Ranch to the high country on the flanks of Mt. Sopris.  

​PART 4:
A  GOOD  DAY  FOR  THE  OLD  WAY

In mid-June we drive part of our herd to the Thompson Divide... right through downtown Carbondale!

Part 5:
Riding  For  Tomorrow

Parker & Johnny bring the cows home for winter.
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Part 6:
CALVING  SEASON​

Join Parker Nieslanik on the night-shift during calving season.  WARNING: This video contains graphic footage of a calf being born.