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Mar 31 @ 11:45 pm

DB Outreach Virtual Events Creating Impact in 2021

While face-to-face events have decreased, DiscoveryBound (DB) Outreach virtual events, like so many activities over the past year, have grown significantly. From inspiring talks to social networking events, thousands of participants across the globe have been coming together to make meaningful connections.

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Mar 31 @ 11:45 pm

A/U Ranches Receives Grant to Expand Forest Management

If you only heard one thing about forests over the last few years, it’s likely this: We should be planting millions of trees to slow climate change. With this in mind, you might be wondering why the A/U Ranches is planning to cut down more than half of its trees, on over half of its forested land. 

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Mar 31 @ 11:45 pm

Winter 2021: Get Involved

Wherever you are, we’re with you! We invite you to join us for DiscoveryBound Outreach virtual game nights, Adventure Unlimited’s Virtual Fundraiser, Youth Camp 2021 and lots more!

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Mar 31 @ 11:45 pm

A/U Ranches Surprise Graduation Ceremony

My fellow graduates and I exchanged looks of joy and surprise, and it didn’t take long for the bittersweet mixture of gratitude and nostalgia to bring tears to some of us.

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Mar 31 @ 11:45 pm

DB 20s/30s Program Provides a Sense of Community Amidst the Pandemic

“In these strange times where we all feel isolated, I was so grateful for this bubble of joy and laughter, where we could come together and express the dominion of Love,” says one 20s/30s participant.

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Mar 31 @ 11:45 pm

A/U Ranches Summer Update

Regardless of changes made to the structure of residential Youth Camp, what’s most important about camp will stay the same – growing closer to God, spending time with friends and participating in awesome activities.

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Mar 31 @ 11:45 pm

100 Elk Continues to Give and Grow in the Fall

Our passion for working with kids was reinvigorated by our unique summer, and those of us whose lives had been upended by the pandemic found jobs and housing at the A/U Ranches and beyond.

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Mar 31 @ 11:45 pm

Hub Construction Update

Material delays and increased costs, design changes and new ideas have all surfaced, and every challenge has been patiently met with the understanding that God’s creation is already complete.

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Mar 31 @ 11:45 pm

Alumni Profiles: Where Are They Now?

Zipline catches up with alumni of the A/U Ranches and DiscoveryBound: Cameron Douglas, Rich Ling, Courtlyn Reekstin and Trace Schmeltz.

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Mar 31 @ 11:45 pm

20s/30s Adults Making their Place in Adventure Unlimited

In the last several years, Adventure Unlimited has prioritized valuing 20s/30s adults through opportunities in participation, employment and volunteering. As a result, these adults have been engaging in new and meaningful ways that are helping nurture their spiritual, personal and professional growth. Two of them share their story.

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