We are excited to see what wonderful things God has planned for the ranch in 2025!
See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the desert and streams in the wasteland. {Isaiah 43:19}
2nd Chance Youth Ranch Spring 2025 Update!
Hello everyone -
Spring has arrived all around us & with each Spring season, brings new life!
God makes all things new & we are aligning with His leadership in this season.
So much has been happening "behind the scenes" here at the ranch & we would like to share some of those updates with you.
Some of you are aware that over a year ago, we had the Equine Strangles illness ravage through the barn, infecting every horse on the property. We almost lost one horse & after 8 grueling months of our team fighting that battle, sadly one of our most precious companions Cody, succumbed to the illness. This was devastating for us as he was one of our main & steady program horses.
This not only changed the dynamics of our herd but created a significant shift in our ability to maintain programs with a smaller herd.
We take the care & health of our horses very serious & will not over-use or over-exert our horses for the sake of programming.
Changes are being made to accommodate the season we are in & aligning with God's plan.
* New Program Updates:
One of the focuses for our team this upcoming season is carefully & strategically adding to our equine herd.
This takes dedicated time to seek out the right fit for our herd & programs, as well as time for us to get any new horses settled in & adjusted within the herd. It is a careful & time-consuming process.
Along with new horses, we are looking forward to new & exciting things within the next year at the ranch.
Our team will be using this time to come together in aligning with God's will, plan, & direction in different areas we are feeling led into. We are gathering together in prayer over every detail.
We will also use this time to focus on training, equipping, & growing our volunteer & leadership program & how that will look different for the upcoming year.
Strategic planning for programs & the overall ranch operations is of utmost importance, & we will be using this summer to focus on all the good things God is bringing.
** There will be no VBS or Horse Camps summer 2025. **
We do not take this change lightly; however, we feel Holy Spirit led in this wise decision for this particular summer, & we walk in obedience to where the Lord is leading.
It will allow us to come back next year revived, equipped, & excited to offer new programs and prayerfully, new horses!
We will be working on necessary fundraising during this time as well!
** VBS will be back Summer of 2026 & new mentorship programs are on the agenda to be offered! **
There is a potential to add specific programs throughout this Summer & Fall of 2025, we will send out any announcements on those as our team continues in prayerful consideration throughout these planning stages.
Please continue this journey in shouldering alongside of us in prayer.
We are still here working at the ranch & behind the scenes, excited & encouraged through God's amazing leadership.
Stay tuned for when we release programming!
Blessings!
2nd Chance Youth Ranch Leadership Team
2CYR is already planning for 2025, and we are asking you to be as well. We are looking to fill positions with individuals who are seeking God in everything they do, as well as willing to commit 3-6 months of their summer to serve youth and their families at 2CYR.
If you are looking to build your resume with experience sharing the Gospel with youth and their families, planning and implementing summer camps, providing mentorship sessions with youth, all while working with horses, we have something for you to pray about!
Pray about where God would have you. We only desire to be in God's will in everything we do, and we are looking for those who share the same heart. Pray and seek God if He desires you here, and we will do the same!
Learn more about our internship program, it's requirements and responsibilities, and how to apply.
Applications are due ASAP for the 2025 summer!
The Equine Assisted Mentorship sessions at 2CYR has one main purpose: To provide a safe place for families and youth to come and experience the healing and restorative love of Jesus Christ.
Stay tuned for registration availability. The best part is we are able to provide them for FREE! To find out more about our EAM program, click here!
Visit Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch
Each year there is a greater demand to provide opportunities for youth and their families to come to 2CYR for healing and restoration. We are in need of high-quality, adult mentors to help bridge the gap for us and use their God given gifts to reach the next generation.
God is always faithful to bring the right people at the right time, and we are trusting Him to bring the right adult mentors who carry a heart that is passionate for Jesus, youth, and desire to make a difference in their lives. We are asking for a 1-year commitment of one day-2 hours per week. We would walk alongside of you for three months of hands-on-training to ensure you are equipped and feel secure in the knowledge needed regarding the ranch and the animals.
Pray about it.
If you believe God is tugging on your heart, please take a moment to complete our Volunteer Application and send it to us via email or mail! Upon reviewal of your application, we will be in contact as soon as possible to schedule an interview and tour at the ranch. God bless you!
What's happening at the ranch!
Contact us for questions or to schedule an appointment to receive a personal tour of 2nd Chance Youth Ranch and learn firsthand about the ministry side of the non-profit: volunteer opportunities, equine assisted mentorship program, horseback riding lessons, workdays, team building activities as well as the fundraising side of the nonprofit.
7202 181st Avenue Northwest, Ramsey, Minnesota 55303, United States
contact@2ndchanceyouthranch.com 763-242-2191 All inquirers will be answered during Office Hours. Monday - Thursday 10am - 6pm
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