Youth Programs
Throughout the A/U Ranches’ 60-year history, the programs and their duration have varied to meet the needs of campers and families. What hasn’t varied is the dual focus that Cap and Marianne originally established: “character education and emphasis on the individual’s growth in Christian Science through observing and doing.” […]
MoreFor the first time in a DiscoveryBound Outreach national event, both teens and adults were treated to their own programs that took them through vibrant San Francisco, and feedback revealed that adults love DB Outreach events just as much as teens do. […]
MoreLike all of the summer camp majors at the A/U Ranches, Horsemanship pushes its riders to put their whole trust in God and overcome limitations. Grace was pushed in an unexpected way last summer. A Sky Valley camper, she had barely settled onto the back of her mount when the horse bucked, throwing her. Instantly the staff were at her side, offering powerful statements of truth […]
MoreLiving the truth that “progress is the law of God” (Science & Health, p. 233), Adventure Unlimited places a strong emphasis on continuing education. This summer at the Ranches, we continued to support that progress by hiring new trainers and running workshops for our staff to help develop their hard and soft skills. For instance, […]
MoreBy Cass Orth-Moore Sky Valley Ranch Corral Program Head Over my four summers as a staff member, I’ve been told plenty of times by parents, fellow counselors and campers how much I influence campers every summer. I came to the realization early in the summer that the reason I am…
MoreBy Alison Peticolas – A/U Ranch Director To carry out our mission of “Opening Windows to God” the A/U Ranches offer a wide variety of fun and challenging activities that teach campers new skills and a practical reliance on God. As these programs continue to evolve, and our equipment and…
MoreDB Teens in New York – Focus on the Arts! Over Labor Day weekend, 100 teens and nearly 50 adults gathered in New York City for a DiscoveryBound Focus on Arts event. Highlights included peer-led discussions held in Central Park, a matinee performance of Wicked at the Gershwin…
MoreRelying on God at the Heart of Leadership We want to share with you a recent highlight involving Abby Mietchen, a NLC 2012 graduate. Abby was one of two individuals chosen from 250 of her peers to speak at the Congressional Award Gold Medal Ceremony at the Capitol in Washington,…
MoreRemember as a child when you attended the A/U Ranches as a camper? Do you recall climbing Turtle Rocks for the first time, hiking to Harvard Lakes, or participating in the A/U Rodeo? The Rackham family – Hannah, Emme, and William, recently finished third session at the A/U Ranches and remind us…
MoreThe National Leadership Council (NLC) is a multi-year servant leadership program, dedicated to fostering spiritual growth, leadership qualities, and a service approach to life. DiscoveryBound is grateful to all those who help make this innovative program a reality. Many of the mentors who support the student participants, are A/U…
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