Hidden Oak Ranch is a family operated ranch that raises Red Brangus cattle. John and Christine Liechty and their son David are the primary ranch hands and stakeholders. The ranch is located northeast of Conroe, Texas, which is about 50 miles north of Houston. Jiggs grass is the primary forage source. John and Christine are employed in Houston, while David is a college student and part time employee. David is relaxing a bit while taking part in Mound Creek's Shootout 2010 shotgun competition. Hidden Oak Ranch was established in 1997.