Here are a bunch of pictures from the last few days!
Over the weekend we went for a hike,
played a game with a rubber chicken,
posed for a group picture,
and we made our own pizzas!
Here are some more horseback riding photos.
Some of us had a chance to try out slack lining this morning.
It’s strange to think our time here at the Ranch is coming to a close, but we do miss all our family and friends. We look forward to seeing you on Friday!
Hello from the Ranch! Today brings a little snow and some clouds, but the last few days have been beautiful. Here are some photos from the end of last week.
On Friday, the students went on a short hike and of course, there was time for more horseback riding!
Here are more photos from yesterday afternoon! We got to do some work with the horses.
We are having a great time and excited for all the future activities.
We’ve arrived at the Ranch! Here are some photos from our journey.
Our drive into the Rocky Mountains and our new home at the ranch.
Our first explorers of the morning snow!
Students playing in the snow! Some for their first time! Smiles everywhere!
Coming out and enjoying a fresh white winter our first morning.
Tossing snow on 3! One…two…three! Yaaah!
Spending some time up here without technology, so we made our own “Facebook” pages. We will be doing a whole new style of social media out here.
Intense concentration and focus for victory in these team games.
Team challenges always bring out the thinking caps and the smiles for our students.
More to come!
It’s been a busy, exciting time at the ranch. We are now officially half way through our trip! Our days have been packed with work projects, hikes, barn animals and activities.
Below is a glimpse of the fun we’ve shared the past few days!
Hello!
Today has been a very eventful day filled with fun work projects, team building, and barn activities. Students were able to continue their work in the barn and continue to actively participate in running the ranch, including learning how to split wood. We’ll let the pictures speak for themselves. Enjoy!
Until next time!
Hello from Colorado!
After a busy day full of travel, students are now happily settling into the ranch life. We were greeted by the amazing ranch staff and are quickly making ourselves at home.
Day 1 has been packed with many fun activities and games which have allowed students to not only familiarize themselves with the different jobs and teamwork required to run a ranch, but also actively engage in these. We are also having a lot of fun exploring the different parts of the ranch, including the barn, forest area, dormitories, and the kitchen, all while getting to know each other. Amidst the busy schedule, students are still making sure they are taking care of schoolwork.
We look forward to sharing more of our experiences in the coming days.
Until next time!
So we’ve finally reached our final time here at the beautiful Rocky Mountain Ranch!
What a life changing experience about the importance of Character Development and connecting with others.
Day ten started out with a morning sunrise hike for those who could make it up early.
Early but rewarding!
The day continued with activities including the final groups of students getting to go horseback riding.
Truly one of the many highlights for those willing to make the commitment and embark on this amazing adventure.
The day continued with activities that kept them continuing to reach new limits
and contemplate how to be happier and more successful while connecting with those around them.
They also had one final chance to enjoy the snow and think about their lives and goals.
As this experience comes to an end, the students want to express their appreciate and love for the amazing RA’s and Facilitators here at the ranch.
We’re hoping to get a photo of them all together, but day 11 is an early departure and full of sad but hopeful goodbyes. Thank you everyone at OFL and Pathways for this great “opportunity”.
We invite all to come and partake of this wonderful privilege and the amazing surprises that we couldn’t even mention.
So here is our final sendoff, but not a real goodbye, but a “see you later” and “keep on trucking down the road”!
LONG BEACH RMPR 2016
Hello from Colorado for one of the last times,
We started the day off by going on an amazing college tour to UC Boulder.
Students had a wonderful time getting in the college mindset and seeing what college has to offer them in the near future. The students got to walk through the different buildings, recreation center, visit the football stadium and even got to take a picture with the school mascot.
After a magical college tour, students participated in an activity about living with intention and purpose.
Students had to come up with different ways of accomplishing the same task.
This helped students be intentional in the way they completed the task. The night ended with another inspiring activity, with Mr. Tony and Paul getting into the spirit of it!
It ended up being a rewarding night for students and staff.
Until next time,
LONG BEACH RMPR 2016
Well hello again from beautiful Rocky Mountain Ranch!
Today started out with a fun activity with the students having to find similar groups with their eyes closed and learned the importance of being resourceful.
Much fun was had by the students.
Erica, the camp facilitator worked with the students on how the strength of commitment can lead to success in life.
The students had to dig deep in order to find this resource.
Even the RA’s had to reflect on higher goals.
The day went great and end in amazement
and reflection.
The students finally seemed to have settled in. However, they are are starting to see that the end is in sight and are saddened.
Still…they are missing their friends, loved ones and especially…”mommies” and “daddies”! They all send their love!
LONG BEACH RMPR 2016
