What We Do
AMB West melds the missions of guest ranching, philanthropy, nonprofit convening, working ranch lands and conservation to achieve best-in-class hospitality and stewardship practices.
About AMB West
AMB West is a holding company comprised of owner and chairman Arthur M. Blank’s four ranches in Paradise Valley, Montana including Mountain Sky Guest Ranch, West Creek Ranch, Paradise Valley Ranch and the Dome Mountain Property.
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Comprised of Arthur Blank’s four ranches in Paradise Valley, Montana.
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• Mountain Sky Guest Ranch
• West Creek Ranch
• Paradise Valley Ranch
• Dome Mountain Property
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The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation is a philanthropy founded to help transform lives and communities by uniting people across differences to find common cause.
What is AMB West?
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The Ranches
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MOUNTAIN SKY GUEST RANCH
Opened as a dude ranch in 1929, Mountain Sky offers a curated guest ranch experience with all-inclusive packages for five and seven-night stays.
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WEST CREEK RANCH
A unique retreat and convening space for nonprofit organizations aligned with the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation’s philanthropic priorities.
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PARADISE VALLEY RANCH
Located in northern Paradise Valley, PVR is protected under a conservation easement and is abundant with natural beauty and wildlife. The property also hosts a community hunting program.
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DOME MOUNTAIN PROPERTY
The newest ranch in the AMB West portfolio, this property boasts four miles of Yellowstone River frontage, irrigated land east of Hwy 89, and extends east up the Absaroka mountains in Paradise Valley.
Philanthropy
How We Give Back
The Arthur M. Blank
Family Foundation
Since 1995, the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation has invested over $1 billion to critical charitable causes, prioritizing issues in Georgia and Montana while considering the potential for greater national impact.
The AMB West
Community Fund
The AMB West Community Fund is one of six associate-led giving committees operating across the Blank Family of Businesses. The fund is focused on enhancing the quality of life for Montana residents and Indigenous communities across the state.
Programs and Facilities
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RISING SUN GOLF
Located on Mountain Sky Guest Ranch; Rising Sun is an 18-hole Johnny Miller-designed championship course featuring stunning views and multiple tees to accommodate all levels of play.
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AMB WEST BASECAMP
Located on Mountain Sky Guest Ranch property, Basecamp hosts nonprofit organizations at no cost. Groups utilize Basecamp facilities and grounds, and design programming around their needs and goals.
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AMB WEST CHALLENGE COURSE
Located on Mountain Sky Guest Ranch, the Challenge Course utilizes nine high ropes and four low adventure elements to create individual, family, and team experiences for AMB West ranch guests and local nonprofit groups.
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AMB WEST HUNTING PROGRAM
Open to Montana residents, the AMB West Hunting Program offers hosted Elk hunts on AMB West properties. Hunts are awarded through a lottery system and are free of charge.
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LAND AND LIVESTOCK
In addition to guest ranching, AMB West operates an agriculture and conservation program. Land and Livestock manages irrigated hay and grazing ground, rangeland, leased pasture, a cow/calf herd, seasonal cattle, and noxious weed management.
BEHIND THE VISION
Arthur M. Blank
Perhaps best known as co-founder of The Home Depot, Arthur Blank is now widely recognized for his diverse businesses. Named by ESPN as the 2021 Sports Philanthropist of the Year, Blank is a tireless advocate of using purpose and profit hand-in-hand to benefit the communities around him.
