the c-a-l ranch blog

Here at C-A-L Ranch, we love when that time of year comes around when we get to hear the little peeps of the baby chicks in our stores! Every spring we get our stores ready for these little ones. We have partnered with Hoover Hatchery to get you all the information you need to know to take these chicks home...

Need the perfect dip? Well look no further! We’ve got you covered with this creamy, tangy, Queso Blanco Dip! You can never go wrong with dip at any party, backyard bbq, or everyday dinner. Don’t worry about leftovers! This will be gone in minutes. Or make double so you can make our Pulled Pork Nachos. Recipe also found on our...

We’ve all been there! They said they wanted nothing… “NOTHING” for their Birthday, Anniversary, Graduation, or even Christmas. And now it is up to you to try figure out if they really meant nothing or if they want a real gift but didn’t want to give any hints.  Well, we have great news for you! We have the solution so...

Quick and Easy Sweet & Spicy Hungry Jack Hashbrowns You may have tried Hungry Jack Hashbrowns.  If you haven't you really are missing out. They are ready in minutes, just add water and fry them up to get diner-style hashbrowns for the family. Sometimes you want a little variety though. Wait until you try these Sweet & Spicy Hungry Jack...

Meet Wildology Pet food; Super Pet Food for Super Pets "What is a SUPERLIFE for a pet?" Wildology believes that it's when your pet is doing what they love best: playing, fetching, running, hiking, chasing, and climbing. Happy pets are healthy and full of energy, and what you feed them affects this. Wildology pet food is stuffed with all of the...

Cookies on the Smoker Taste AMAZING! Avid smokers (I'm talking smoker grills) will tell you that everything tastes better smoked. Some who may be considering getting into smoking, may feel a bit intrepid, because of the time and prep work that goes into smoking. You hear about people waking up early to get some meat on the smoker, that won't...

How to Make  A Candy Tackle Box Want to get creative with your gift ideas for the fisherman in your life? Sometimes it is nice to mix things up. If you are looking for something new and fresh to gift, look no farther, C-A-L Ranch is here to share a great idea for for any occasion. These candy tackle boxes are...

Super Easy Popcorn Gift Jars for any Occasion Are you looking for an easy gift to pass out to your kids' teachers or your new neighbors? These Super Easy popcorn gift jars are perfect for any occasion, and they are so easy to make. Plus you can find everything you need at your local C-A-L Ranch store. Materials needed: Mason...

Pro Cold-Weather Grilling Tips: It may be cold outside, but that doesn't mean that you have to put your grill away. We want to share some great cold-weather grilling tips with you to keep all you grill-masters in top shape. Select a prime spot for your grill: Place your grill away from the wind and other elements, when possible, allowing...

For those of us in colder climates, winter is here bringing with it snow, cold, and lots of fun. We snowbound people love our winters. We get anxious for that perfect powder each year. When the snow falls, we are out with our skis, sleds, and winter toys. There is so much fun to be had when the snow hits...