Get Involved with the A/U Ranches and DiscoveryBound
Stay connected with the people, activities and organization you love. Here are a few ways to do it.
Make a difference, every month
If your experience with an A/U Ranches or DiscoveryBound (formerly A/U chapter) program meant something to you, you can pay it forward for the next generation. Sign up to be an Adventure Partner for as little as $5/month, and be a part of our mission of “Opening Windows to God.” Start your gift today
Connect with other alumni
Keep in touch with A/U Ranches and DiscoveryBound friends by being a part of the A/U-DB Alumni Facebook Group. Join the group
Explore our open positions
Check out these immediate openings at the A/U Ranches:
- Family Camp / Mini Camp seasonal staff, August 10-27. Learn more and apply
Adult & family programs
Plan now for one of these adventures:
- Family Camp at the A/U Ranches, August 12-18. Learn more
- Adult Mini Camp at the A/U Ranches, August 21-27. NEW DATES! Learn more
- Labor Day Weekend in San Diego with DiscoveryBound (DB) Outreach, September 1-4. Our adult participant track is almost full, so register today! Learn more
- Ohio Fall Family Day with DB Outreach, September 30. Learn more
- Weekend retreat for Christian Scientists in their 20s/30s and their friends near Austin, TX, October 6-8. Learn more
- Northern California events for adults are planned almost every month. Check out our calendar for details on river rafting, Shakespeare in Lake Tahoe, Sunset Gardens and other events. Learn more
- Bible Study at the A/U Ranches, October 27-31. Kristy L. Christian explores the topic, “God – Our Great Physician.” NEW DATES! Learn more
- Christmas Camp at the A/U Ranches, December 23-29. Families welcome. NEW DATES! Learn more
Youth events and programs: Spread the word
Tell your young friends about these upcoming activities (and maybe help get them there!):
- DiscoveryBound Compass registration for the 2017-2018 school year is open for students who will be in 10th-12th grade in the fall. Learn more
- Labor Day Weekend in San Diego with DiscoveryBound (DB) Outreach, September 1-4. Teens heading into 8th to 12th grade are welcome! Learn more
- DiscoveryBound National Leadership Council applications open August 10. If you know of an incoming 8th grader who would be blessed by this four-year high school servant leadership program, tell them about NLC! Learn more
- Texas 7th-12th Grade Weekend with DB Outreach, December 1-3. Learn more
Volunteer
Our alumni are a powerful force for action! We need your talent in these areas:
- Attend Christmas Camp fee-free by volunteering. Learn more
- Connect your local community as a DB Ambassador. Learn more
- Start an adventure with up to 20 service-oriented teens by becoming a class leader in DiscoveryBound’s National Leadership Council. Learn more
- Be a chaperone at one of DB Outreach’s many teen weekends across the United States. Learn more
- Help a dozen high school students through a year of developing their spiritual and moral direction as a DiscoveryBound Compass guide. Learn more
- Plan local activities for your CS community as a DB Outreach chapter worker. Learn more
- Host an Adventure Unlimited or Youth Camp gathering. Email to learn more
And that’s not all! Here are more ways to get involved.
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