About Us
The Flanders Family, June 2, 2007
Family Owned and Operated
 The Kuhrt Ranch began as a one-room sod house, known as Shermanville, in the 1880's. Even then, travelers found it a welcome respite and shelter on their journey. The property was purchased by William and Pauline Kuhrt in 1891, and renamed the Kuhrt Ranch, a landmark so noteworthy that it is today listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Kuhrts have a deep loyalty to their family, ranch and community. Three of the four children of William and Pauline remained unmarried and lived on the ranch until their deaths. Today, the 3rd, 4th, and 5th generations are committed to the preservation and restoration of the ranch, and dedicated to providing continued hospitality, historic ambiance, and outdoor adventure for their guests.
First Generation
William and Pauline raised four children on the ranch: Eugene, Emilie, Paul and Gertrude. Together, they worked on the farm and ranched until all passed away, and the ranch was passed on to the only heir, Jim Flanders, son of Raleigh and Gertrude Kuhrt Flanders.
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Third Generation
Passing It On
Today, Jim Flanders is happy to pass Kuhrt Ranch on to the fourth and fifth generations. Although he is retired, he lives on the ranch and helps with all the daily activities. He can often be found riding around the ranch on his 4-wheeler and loves to stop and visit about the history of the ranch. |
| Jim Flanders |
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Fourth Generation
Brent and Diana Flanders manage Kuhrt Ranch. Hunting, hospitality, farming and ranching keep the two of them on the go! They are excited to be training their children in the operation of the ranch.They too plan on...Passing It On! |
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| Brent and Diana Flanders |
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Dear Brent & Diana-
Just wanted to drop you a note and thank you for the great weekend. My little boy spent the first half hour telling mom about his new friend Paul and describing all the fun things they did together. The first thing he asked this morning when I got him up was, "When can we go back to Kansas and see Paul?"
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Fifth Generation
Paul & Ailysa Flanders
 After leaving the ranch for a couple of years, Paul married Ailysa on June 2, 2007, and returned.The two are living in Paul's Pad, in the machine shop beside the lodge. Paul works daily with Brent on the ranch and has his own big plans for the future of the place. Ailysa works for Trachsel A&B, LLC, in Goodland, Kansas, but also has her own ideas for the ranch's future. Of course, their wedding took place on the Kuhrt Ranch!
 Sarah Jane Flanders
Sarah graduated from Brewster High School, spring of 2007. She then spent her summer in Aspen, Colorado, working at Louis Swiss Pastries. She now is attending Orlando Culinary Academy in Orlando, Florida. Brent plans on Sarah returning and helping Paul and Ailysa. Right now, Sarah agrees. But, we will see..... |
There is always something happening on Kuhrt Ranch. Take time to book a visit now. The Flanders Family is always ready to make your visit one to remember. Make your reservations today to assure the date for your group.
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