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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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
100 Elk Summer Day Camp Meets the Need for Leadville Families
What looked like daunting times for Leadville/Lake County families beginning in March 2020 was made easier by the love and joy of those who serve others at 100 Elk. Quickly springing into gear, the 100 Elk staff created a summer adventure day camp and reached out to us at the Lake County Department of Human Services, asking, “What would it take to bring kids to this program?”