Ranching families are an integral part of our communities throughout California. They feed us, steward our beautiful open spaces, and nurture the natural resources and wildlife on their lands. They also serve as local leaders contributing to the economic and social fabric of the places we call home. However, they are disappearing from the land.
Our hope for the future lies in the people who will carry forward our traditions – be that the next generation who chooses to stay on the ranch, admirers who have yearned for a life on the land, or those who have worked hard to return to the lands of their ancestors.
Their success lies in the boots on the ground knowledge of those that came before. In Santa Barbara, these vital roots are everywhere you look. It resonates from the architecture, the spirit of the people, and the commitment to protecting working lands.
On Saturday, October 4, 2025, we will gather in the embrace of the past to honor what our forebearers achieved on these lands. Together, we break bread with those who will carry forward the traditions and heritage of the enduring West.
Join us for an unforgettable evening at A Western Affair 2025! Tickets and tables are now available for purchase—don’t miss your chance to reserve premium seating for you and your guests.
Click the button below to explore our ticket and table offerings and secure your spot today.
Rancho Santa Barbara is a private ranch located at the upper end of Lake Cachuma off Hwy 154 in the Santa Ynez Valley.
Below is a list of preferred hotels in the area. Please note that room availability is limited, and reservations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. To receive the special group rate, bookings must be made by September 3, 2025. Be sure to mention “A Western Affair” or “California Rangeland Trust” when making your reservation.
Complimentary shuttle service to and from the event will be available for guests staying at these hotels.
Kick off your boots and let us do the driving! Complimentary shuttles will run to and from the list of recommended hotels listed above. Click on the button below to view the shuttle schedule.
Unique. Unforgettable. An uproariously good time.
The live auction is always a highlight of A Western Affair! This year, auctioneer Taylor Glines will take the stage to present an incredible lineup of items and experiences sure to delight.
From once-in-a-lifetime adventures to rare works of art, each offering is as unique as the landscapes we work to conserve. Among the highlights: the breathtaking cover painting created and generously donated by event co-chair and ranching partner, Sharon Kline.
This is your chance to bid, laugh, and take home something extraordinary—all while supporting the conservation of California’s working rangelands.
Click the button below to view the live auction catalog and start planning your bids!
Elizabeth Poett Campbell and Austin Campbell – Rancho San Julian, Lompoc, CA
Richard and Sharon Kline – Rancho San Lorenzo, Los Alamos, CA
Special thank you to Lee and Julia Carr of Rancho Santa Barbara for hosting!
Corporate sponsorship opportunities and sponsorship packages are available. Contact Shannon Foucault at (916) 444-2096 or email sfoucault@rangelandtrust.org.
NANCY AND PETER JACKSON
NORTH FORK CATTLE COMPANY
LA PALOMA RANCH, GAVIOTA
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