A/U Ranches
In October, I had a great time witnessing how two entities – 100 Elk and Rainbow Valley Resource Network – merged as natural partners to offer enrichment activities to individuals who are striving to break out of society’s label of “disabled” and prove their God-given abilities.
MoreThis is the fourth summer that we have sent at least one son to camp. I don’t usually think through why we’re signing them up each year; it’s just a given. Part of it, no doubt, is my own tremendous vault of camper and staff experiences in the background of consciousness.
MoreAnyone who has been a counselor at the A/U Ranches knows the hard and soft skills that are necessary to ensure a harmonious, safe and fun-packed experience for campers. But communicating the value of those skills on a resume to potential employers can be a challenge. To serve this community as it searches for fulfilling employment post-camp, Adventure Unlimited has partnered with The Albert Baker Fund and its ABF Career Alliance.
MoreEvery time I visit with someone from camp, I’m reminded of how special our time was together at the A/U Ranches. It doesn’t take long to reminisce over some story of laughing so much it hurt or overcoming some limitation that I marvel at today. These encounters are special and help me keep focused on the things in life that matter – love, laughter, friendship.
MoreWhen you signed up your children for Youth Camp or told your camp-age friends about the great adventure they can have in the Rocky Mountains this summer, chances are you thought about the horsemanship program. It’s just one of many majors campers can choose at the A/U Ranches. But it’s also one that helps young people like Emma and Cassidy to discover their God-given strength and confidence.
MoreGet together with friends at Mini Camp, volunteer as a bunkhouse parent, or simply share what you know about Adventure Unlimited with someone you know. There are lots of ways to stay connected with the activities and people you love!
MoreEmma arrived home for spring break this weekend, and a river of late-March shopping trips flooded my heart. You see, since I was a girl, spring break was “getting ready for camp” week. It started when I was 11. My best friend from Sunday School was a full summer camper. That meant that if camp was in session, she was there.
MoreI spent many years at the A/U Ranches. One consistent comment, heard over and over again from new comers and from people returning to the Ranches, was, “What is it about this place?”
MoreAppearing in three of the four gospels, it was clear these were treasured and well-known stories (The Good Samaritan, The Prodigal Son, etc.) but that perhaps a group of serious Bible students could dig into their meaning more deeply and discover new insights unseen before. And that’s exactly what happened. […]
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