Cross and
Wild horses
Set apart as a sanctuary for freedom, the wild horse property at Range Valley Ranch exists to protect what is wild, pure, and American…the wild horses.
This land was purchased specifically for the 40 wild horses that already call it home. It is a living tribute to our frontier history and the spirit of independence.
To Mike Siaperas and the team, these horses are more than animals. They are symbols of resilience, grit, and wild beauty. They run alongside elk, deer, and other wildlife that are now carefully studied in harmony across this sacred terrain. With help from BYU and Utah’s Department of Wildlife Resources, the team is studying migration paths, water sources, and natural vegetation to help wildlife stay strong and healthy throughout every season.
To preserve the integrity of the land while also honoring its openness, a “Freedom Fence” is being built on the property. It alternates between 100 feet of traditional buck and pole fencing and 100 feet of open space, sending a powerful message. This land has boundaries, but the wildlife remain free. It is a conservation first ranch, made to reflect respect for the animals and the sacred balance they bring to the land.
At the heart of this property, a towering 60-foot Cross of Jesus is being built as a symbol of unshakable love and redemption. Constructed from metal and wrapped in thick wood, it will glow at night from solar-powered lights that reflect through glass beads. It sends a message of hope that can be seen from far beyond the fence line.
For every veteran who stands beneath it, the cross will become a place of rest, reflection, and release. A reminder that Jesus paid the price for every wound we carry and that healing is possible. Whether someone sees it from a distance or stands beneath it, the hope is that they walk away different. Restored by the beauty of the land and the grace of God.
For every veteran who stands beneath it, the cross will become a place of rest, reflection, and release. A reminder that Jesus paid the price for every wound we carry and that healing is possible. Whether someone sees it from a distance or stands beneath it, the hope is that they walk away different. Restored by the beauty of the land and the grace of God.