About Remembrance Ranch

Our mission is to transform the lives of struggling teenagers
and their families.

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Remembrance Ranch’s

MIssion & Purpose

We are a non-denominational Christian organization that embraces a belief in Christ and a devotion to God, family and country. Our community stewardship distinguishes itself by a bold spirit of leadership, innovation, creative partnerships, a desire for collaborative partnership, and collaborative solutions to community challenges as they relate to struggling teens and their families. 

We assist teens and their families to have a reconciled relationship with God, family and community through Jesus Christ. We mobilize local networks of churches, schools and community organizations to help each teen and family find needed resources and relationships. We use the natural setting and our therapeutic approach to focus on life-changing decisions.

Lasting Impact

Through Remembrance Ranch, teens gain:

  • Greater self-confidence

  • Spiritual growth

  • Interpersonal and leadership skills

  • Personal accountability

  • Lifelong support networks

With God’s guidance and your support, we’re helping youth and families build hope, healing, and lasting change.

Faith, Prevention & Transformation

Our programs cannot change life circumstances for these teens and does not force them to make better choices.  But, by creating an on-going support network between our staff, their families, their schools and their local communities – we work together to support, encourage, and care for them.  This “wrap-around” support helps them build the resilience to overcome their circumstances and make positive and healthy life choices.

Phase 1 – Admissions

  • Referrals are received from schools, families, churches, and law enforcement in West Michigan.

  • Our clinical team works with the teen’s school and family to uncover root causes of disruptive behavior.

  • A family needs assessment and individualized treatment plan are developed for each teen.

Phase 2 – Teen Programs
  • W.A.R. (Wilderness Adventure Ranch) Ages 11–13
  • C.L.I.M.B. (Challenge, Learn, Inspire, Believe) Ages 14–16
  • L.E.A.D. (Leadership, Excellence, Advanced, Discipleship) Ages 16–18

Throughout all camps:

  • Teens engage in small groups, Bible teaching, goal-setting, and individual and group therapy.
  • Emphasis is placed on spiritual growth, self-reflection, personal responsibility, and natural consequences.
Phase 3 – Aftercare

Our year-long support model ensures lasting transformation beyond the summer.

  • Monthly in-school mentorship

  • In-home family counseling (within 30 days post-camp)

  • Teen and family follow-up events

  • Ongoing mentorship from our caring staff and clinical team

The aftercare phase bridges the gap between camp experiences and everyday life. It nurtures family stability, reinforces school support systems, and sustains each teen’s progress.

Our Teen Programs – Explained

W.A.R. (Wilderness Adventure Ranch)

    • Ages 11-13

    • A 9-day summer adventure combining camp and backcountry hiking.

      • Final 3.5 days spent backpacking in Manistee National Forest, developing independence and resilience.

    • Collaboration with CranHill Ranch.

      • Activities include high ropes, equine therapy, entrepreneurship,  and team-building.

C.L.I.M.B (Challenge, Learn, Inspire, Believe)

  • Ages 14-16

  • An immersive experience at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore.

    • Boys hike 30 miles, learning spiritual and physical survival skills.

    • Girls complete a team-based adventure race, discovering their identity in Christ.

  • All participants take part in a 4-day canoe trip on the AuSable River, emphasizing teamwork and communication.

L.E.A.D. (Leadership, Excellence, Advaned, Discipleship)

  • Ages 16-18

  • A mission-focused out-of-state trip, building leadership and servant heartedness.

  • Teens participate in service, spiritual development, and team-building.

  • Includes training on how to raise personal support for the mission trip.

Refer a Teen to Our Program

Our mission is to transform the lives of of struggling teenagers and their families, that transformation starts with your referral.

Applications are open From January until March

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