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- Title
Dick Randall, the OTO, and the Enduring Legacy of Montana's First Dude Ranch.
- Authors
DOWNEY, LYNN
- Abstract
This article provides a historical account of the OTO Ranch in Montana, one of the first dude ranches in the area. It explores the origins of dude ranching and its association with the American West and cowboy culture. The article discusses how the OTO Ranch, owned by Dick and Dora Randall, became a popular tourist destination through their promotional efforts, including talks, films, and brochures. It also highlights the involvement of railroad companies in promoting dude ranches. The article concludes by discussing the preservation and recent use of the OTO Ranch by the US Forest Service and the True Ranch Collection.
- Subjects
MONTANA; RANCHES
- Publication
Montana: The Magazine of Western History, 2024, Vol 74, Issue 2, p30
- ISSN
0026-9891
- Publication type
Article