Ranch Management Weekend
P Bar Ranch
Saturday September 6th, 2025
McLeod, Montana
Healthy Land, Healthy Food
Cultivating Health Through Ranching
WIR is headed to the P Bar Ranch near Big Timber, MT this fall to spend the day with Jaimie Stoltzfus of Cowgirl Meat Company. Imagine time on the land, a low-stress livestock handling demo, learning about nutrient density, and a deep dive into the P Bar’s overall mission of healthy land, healthy soil and healthy meat!
You told us you wanted more regional gatherings, hands-on skill building, and meaningful connections with fellow women in agriculture. We heard you loud and clear, and this one-day intensive is our answer to your call.
P Bar is a 3rd-generation operation based out of Sweet Grass county in southwestern Montana with a mission to provide the highest quality grass-fed beef and pastured pork using holistic management tools and promoting sustainability and healthy biodiversity.
What To Expect
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Regenerative Grazing
Holistic land management & soil health practices
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Direct-to-Consumer Marketing
Branding, pricing & selling your beef
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Low-Stress Livestock Handling
Horseback demo & bud box technique
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Nutrient Density + Health Link
How regenerative practices create nutritious, nutrient-dense meat
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Community & Leadership
Connect with fellow land stewards
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Farm-to-table Lunch
Featuring ranch-raised ingredients
Tickets + Registration
By registering to this event, you agree to P Bar Ranch Liability Waiver Release
Agenda
Agenda is Mountain Standard Time, please keep this in mind if you are traveling from out of state
Arrival 9 a.m
9am -9:15am Arrival at the P Bar Ranch Shop Building
Soil and Land Health Education: Out on the Land
9:15-9:30am - Ranch + Team Introduction, Setting the stage for what you will learn
9:45 - 11:00am Morning walk through pastures + river bottom
Learn about P Bar grazing management from the ranch team
Land + Soil health session with Kendall Morgan
11:15am-12:45pm Nutrient Density + Health Link education with Mary Purdy
12:45-1:45pm Lunch Break with Chef Malcolm
Product, Branding and Marketing
2-3pm - Lessons learned: Marketing, Labeling, Branding & Value Proposition
Tour of freezer + packing space, if time allows
Low-Stress Livestock Demonstration
3:15pm- Horseback + Bud Box demo at the corrals with Jaimie
4:30pm- Hit the dusty trails for home!
Tickets + Registration
By registering to this event, you agree to P Bar Ranch Liability Waiver Release
Meet The Team
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Owner, P Bar Ranch
The Pattersons began ranching in Montana in 1998, driven by Aldo Leopold’s philosophy of leaving the land better than they found it. Kristi has led the distribution and sales of their ranch-raised products, sharing what she loves with friends, family, and the wider community. She’s long been passionate about knowing where food comes from, who produces it, and its impact on the planet—principles that continue to guide her family and the ranch practices. A committed advocate for regenerative agriculture, Kristi believes nutritious, sustainable food should be the norm and accessible to all. She’s proud to contribute as a practitioner, investor, and evangelist. She is a passionate animal lover and a proud “late bloomer” in the equestrian world.
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Founder of Cowgirl Meat Co and P Bar Ranch Team Member
Jaimie was born and raised in Arizona and grew up with a love of horses and animals from a young age. A graduate from Colorado State University, she obtained a degree in Ag Business and Equine Science and has been ranching in Montana for the last 16 years. Alongside her husband Austin and two kids, she helps run the P Bar Ranch in McLeod, Montana.
Jaimie is passionate about raising high quality meat and founded Cowgirl Meat Company to sell pork and beef direct from the ranch to consumers across the US. She is the Executive Director for Art of the Cowgirl Foundation, a gathering to celebrate cowgirls and western artists and their contributions to the western lifestyle. Jaimie also has a heart for helping people and offers workshops and retreats through her equine coaching business, Spurring Change. You will usually find Jaimie with her two young kids alongside her “learning the ropes”, enjoying the lifestyle they love.
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MS, RDN
Mary is an integrative eco-dietitian, working at the intersection of sustainable food systems, climate and human health. She spent over 13 years in clinical practice using a personalized and food-as-medicine approach, and taught for 8 years at Bastyr University in Seattle, WA. Currently she is the Managing Director of the Nutrient Density Alliance which works to connect the dots between soil health and nutrient-rich food. She is also Adjunct Faculty at The Culinary Institute of America's Masters Program in Sustainable Food Systems teaching Sustainable Diets and Public Health as well as their Capstone Course, and speaks regularly at national and state conferences on both nutrition and sustainability with a focus on the health and environmental benefits of agroecology. She has served as a Nutrition and Sustainability Advisor for numerous food brands and organizations, and authored the White Paper How Practitioners Can Influence Planetary Health. With 130+ podcast episodes and two books under her belt, she's a leading voice in nutrition and sustainability, fostering resilient, just, and healthy food systems. More can be found at Home - Mary Purdy - Integrative Eco-Dietitian
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Land Health Specialist Educator
Kendall is dedicated to advancing on-ranch innovation and experimentation by providing education on regenerative practices and soil health principles. Holding a Master's degree in Environmental Science, Kendall has honed her soil health expertise through Nicole Masters' prestigious CREATE Program she completed in 2022. Currently in her third year with Winnett ACES, Kendall spearheads the ACES Soil Health Program, collaborating closely with ranchers in central Montana. Her role involves guidance in adopting regenerative soil health practices through comprehensive soil mineral and biological testing and strategic planning. Kendall's unwavering commitment is centered on empowering ranchers to nurture their curiosity and enhance their most vital asset—their soil.
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Chef
With over 17 years in food and hospitality, Malcolm is a private chef and consultant known for creative, farm-to-table dining experiences and a passion for natural wine and open-fire cooking. His background spans culinary school, international travel, media work with Bon Appétit and Kinfolk, and hands-on craftsmanship—from custom furniture to home renovations. Malcolm values sustainability, strong farmer relationships, and brings creativity, adaptability, and integrity to every project.
Q&A with Jaimie Stoltzfus
In our July newsletter we caught up with Jaimie. She shares her journey into ranching, the story behind her direct-to-consumer meat business, and her philosophy on regenerative agriculture.
Frequently Asked Questions
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It takes a lot of time and cost for us to put together these events (food, facilitators, lodging, travel, etc.) we are currently not giving refunds, if you have outstanding circumstances please reach out and we can evaluate. We reserve the right to use your ticket as a donation to Women In Ranching.
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Each individual attending the event is required to register separately. Registrations are not transferable or inclusive of additional attendees. If you’re coming with family or friends, please ensure that everyone completes their own registration to secure their spot. We are unable to provide accommodations for youth and children under the age of 21 years old due to insurance coverage.
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For the event, please wear comfortable clothes suited for all weather, dress in layers to adapt to changing temperatures, and bring a reusable water bottle and thermos for your beverages.
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Yes, meals will be provided for this event.
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No, you cannot bring alcohol to this event.
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Part of building community is creating boundaries and supporting one another to show up fully. Please find good caretakers for your loved ones so you can arrive and be fully present.
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