BORN TO RUN FREE!
Challenge kids to recognize their God-given value and identity through horses, games, activities and engaging & interactive sessions
Open to kids ages 8 to 13
Day-Camp Program
Blazing Hope Ranch strives to weaken human trafficking through the power of Jesus Christ. One of the ways we endeavor to do this is through exciting experiences that empower youth and their families to RESIST the tactics of human traffickers. Camp Run Free is a NO COST summer day-camp experience for youth in our community that will include the following activities utilizing specific anti-trafficking curriculum:
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Breakfast & Lunch
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Equestrian experience
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Bible-based lesson
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Activity/Project
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Game/Outdoor fun
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Prevention lesson
Summer 2019 Dates
The Ranch will host two five-day day-camp experiences this summer. Youth participants will be identified on a first-come-first-served basis through a completed Camp Registration Form with priority given to disadvantaged kids who have not previously attended. Space is limited so register right away!
June 24 - 28
July 8 - 12
Daily activities will be conducted at the RHEA COUNTY FAIR GROUNDS from about 8:30am to 2pm with meals provided by the Ranch.
2018 Day-Camp - Photos
2017 Day-Camp - Pictures
Check out the pictures during last year's camp! We have posted a few on the website here and you can click the link below for access to all of the photos taken throughout the week. Special thanks to Leah O'Neil for her photography and uploading the pictures into our Dropbox!
How to Help
Volunteer: We need to identify 12-15 individuals who can help for the days of each camp. We have a summer volunteer page for more details and to apply.
Provide the following:
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Craft supplies for 30 kids for 5 days (crafts to be determined, both weeks)
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Sack lunches for 60 kids and 15 staff (both weeks)
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Snack and water bottles for 30 kids and 15 staff (both weeks)
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Port-a-potty and handwashing station for each week
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Athletic equipment for use at camp (balls, hoola hoops, etc)
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Bug spray
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Sunscreen lotion