A/U Ranches, Alumni

Video: Mountaineering Reunion Memories

Wendy Jones, Melvin Andrews, Christopher Webb and National Alumni Board member (and Mountaineering Reunion committee chair) Holly Valentine remember what the A/U Ranches meant to them as youth campers and how it’s lifting them up today. Watch their stories. (From Trailmarks 2022)


About The A/U Ranches

The A/U Ranches, located in Buena Vista, Colorado, are a cornerstone of Adventure Unlimited’s programming. The supportive and inspiring atmosphere cultivates confidence and develops moral courage for Christian Science youth, adults and families. Activities are offered year-round, including a secular community outreach program, 100 Elk, which serves diverse schools and groups.

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A/U Ranches youth camp participant

Omnipresent Truth heals at camp

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I got back from rafting, and my back was hurt…. I decided to know that I am the reflection of God, so tomorrow I am going to see spiritual reflection….

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A/U Ranches Seasonal Staff member

Replacing Labels with Leadership

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It was a rocky start to Quinn’s overnight trip during staff development at the A/U Ranches. As a first-time program head for mountain biking, he was eager to be leading…

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A/U Ranches Seasonal staff member

Affirming God's Law Silences Virus Concern

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Maddy, an incoming college senior, had landed a summer internship with a Fortune 500 company. When she received the news that the internship was cancelled due to COVID-19, she was…

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A/U RANCHES STAFF & NLC participant

Reflections of Healing and Growth

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God just told me, the healing's already done. You don't have to worry about it. It was such a message of care and provision.

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