A/U Ranches, Alumni

Video: Mountaineering Reunion Memories

Wendy Jones, Melvin Andrews, Christopher Webb and National Alumni Board member (and Mountaineering Reunion committee chair) Holly Valentine remember what the A/U Ranches meant to them as youth campers and how it’s lifting them up today. Watch their stories. (From Trailmarks 2022)


About The A/U Ranches

The A/U Ranches, located in Buena Vista, Colorado, are a cornerstone of Adventure Unlimited’s programming. The supportive and inspiring atmosphere cultivates confidence and develops moral courage for Christian Science youth, adults and families. Activities are offered year-round, including a secular community outreach program, 100 Elk, which serves diverse schools and groups.

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A/U Ranches seasonal staff member

Prepared for Life

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“My first summer at camp was after 6th grade, and, as many kids are at that age, I was feeling lost and unsure of myself,” says Chris Muller. “I was…

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A/U Ranches Youth Camp participant

Declaring the Truth During Half Marathon

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It was Nico’s sixth year at camp when he decided to join a program that was outside his comfort zone. He joined Conquerors – an intense, higher-level mountain program at…

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A/U Ranches Seasonal staff member

Affirming God's Law Silences Virus Concern

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Maddy, an incoming college senior, had landed a summer internship with a Fortune 500 company. When she received the news that the internship was cancelled due to COVID-19, she was…

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A/U Ranches Seasonal Staff member

Replacing Labels with Leadership

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It was a rocky start to Quinn’s overnight trip during staff development at the A/U Ranches. As a first-time program head for mountain biking, he was eager to be leading…

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