Boys WAR – Closing the Gap

Boys WAR – Closing the Gap

The boys kicked off the second day of their journey with cooler weather and partly cloudy skies—an answered prayer after yesterday’s hot, sunny hike. Spirits remained high as they packed up and hit the trail once again, pushing through tired legs and heavy packs with...

Boys WAR – Hitting the Trail

Boys WAR – Hitting the Trail

Today marked a big transition for the boys of WAR camp—it was their final morning at CranHill Ranch. After one last hearty breakfast and heartfelt goodbyes to new friends, the boys packed up and prepared for the next part of their journey: the Manistee River Trail....

Boys WAR – Known and Brave

Boys WAR – Known and Brave

Our morning devotion focused on the truth that God knows us deeply and intimately—every thought, every fear, every dream. And the incredible part? He still chooses us, loves us, and calls us His own. This message hit home for many of the boys as they reflected on what...

Stepping Into Courage: A Day of Connection and Growth

Stepping Into Courage: A Day of Connection and Growth

Today was packed with moments that pushed the girls outside of their comfort zones and drew them closer to each other. The day was full of a mix of outdoor adventure, team challenges, and powerful evening connections. We kicked off the day with horseback riding,...

Girls WAR: Building Trust and Preparing for the Trail

Girls WAR: Building Trust and Preparing for the Trail

Today at Girls WAR was all about reflection, teamwork, and preparing for the journey ahead—physically, mentally, and emotionally. We began the day with one of our most impactful activities: making masks. Each teen created a mask, designing the outside to represent how...

Girls WAR: Trusting the Trainer

Girls WAR: Trusting the Trainer

The morning kicked off in the round pen with the horses, where the girls witnessed a powerful example of trust. A trainer calmly worked with a horse, guiding it through gentle cues and body language. The horse wasn’t running or afraid—instead, it was focused,...

Teamwork, Trust, and a Sweet Treat: A Full Day at WAR

Teamwork, Trust, and a Sweet Treat: A Full Day at WAR

We kicked off the morning with Church in the Pines at CranHill, surrounded by towering trees, fresh air, and a stillness that reminded us of God's peace. It was a beautiful reminder that worship doesn’t need four walls. Later, the girls took on the Spider Web...