The collection of buildings, dating from the 1880s to the 1970s, represents the vernacular nature of agricultural buildings, their evolution and growth through continued use, and the pattern of relocation to accommodate changing needs.  In addition, many of the buildings illustrate a variety of log construction techniques.  The ranch is the last intact example of the many agricultural operations that once covered the mesa.  Due to increasing development pressures, members of the Schmid family have placed a conservation easement on the approximately 800 acre property.