Tim Eberle created The Leadeship Ranch about twelve years ago continuing a wide variety of educational, work and life experiences. A graduate of Southwest Missouri State University with a degree in Wildlife Management, Tim's experiences include working with "at risk" youth and climbing towers on major construction projects; all with an eye to his next nature adventure and owning his own farm-hideout. Finally he found forty-four acres in Republic Missouri. Over time Tim became enamored with the concept of Ropes Challenge courses, their ability to tangibly contribute to a person's ability within a group and in life. Instead of hiding out on his farm Tim built a Ropes Course originally called the Reata Ranch, renamed as The Leadership Ranch. Tim may say he's a recluse but he is now one of the most well known, well respected recluses in the area.