Ranch Haven

11/02/2026

We've had several people ask about the plans for the new Dorm. We had some friends, the Brickers, here last week, and Taylor took my hand-drawn plans and put them into a free blueprint app. He was frustrated because it's not perfect, but it's loads better than what we had! It will give you a good idea of what the finished product will be.
Due to all the rain (that we are VERY thankful for!), we haven't been able to finish the dirtwork that needs to be done before building can commence. But we know that the Lord's timing is always best.
In the meantime, we've been busy hosting guests, cleaning the campground, and preparing to winterize.
Please, continue to keep us in your prayers! We appreciate you.

10/08/2026

We are so happy to get gutters put on the north side of the Dining Hall! Every time it rained or snow melted, we had water come in on the floor - ever since the bear tore up the French drain. (Colorado problems, I know;)
Please, continue to help us pray that the timeline for the new Dorm will be the Lord's timeline, and that He will continue to meet the needs! He's so very faithful!

09/16/2026

Pray for Men Arise this week! God wants to do mighty things!

09/14/2026

Ground breaking for the dormitory! We thank the Lord for this long awaited day!!! With Men Arise happening this week, further progress will need to wait until next week, but we're so very thrilled about this important step!!!
We're very grateful for Merle and Kevin for your time, equipment, and labors of love.

09/12/2026

We're looking forward to hosting this incredible event!

09/09/2026

We're deep into preparation mode around here! Only 1 more week until Men Arise begins here at Ranch Haven. We are expecting God to do great and mighty works! Please, keep us in your prayers.

One week away from another special event in Crawford, CO. This little ranch has been the location of many spiritual victories, and we pray that God will do it again in the hearts of men. September 15–18, 2026.

Learn more at menarise.com

08/26/2026

We did a bit of sprucing up outside the back of the Dining Hall, and now we have a new "patio area"! It's the little things:)

08/14/2026

And so it begins...!
The long-awaited dormitory project is officially underway! First step (as much as we love our trees), cut down this cedar in order to prepare for excavation beginning the 1st week of September - Lord willing.
This is a much needed building, as we have reached (or exceeded) max capacity during youth camp and Men Arise! The plans include a 2 story dormitory that can be operational year round: 8 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms upstairs & 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms + an apartment downstairs.
We've had lots of people ask us when the Dorm will be completed, and our answer is always "In God's timing". We will continue to work on the things as the Lord sends in the money and the labor to do so! We would love to have it completed by youth camp next year, but we'll see what the Lord has in mind. We're so very thankful that God has already sent in some "seed money" for us to begin!
We covet your prayers as we seek to accomplish God's plan in His perfect time!

08/03/2026

It's campmeeting week! We'd love to have you join us!!!

08/01/2026

We now have water and electric to the Snack Shack! Yay! Thank the Lord and His hard-working servants! The retaining wall is in place; trees were trimmed, and lots of dirtwork was done.
Vanessa brought up the food for the Snack Shack, and we got that put away as well.
Tim Lucas had to do some finagling, but he was able to get the microwave in its place!
The beef was donated and delivered for camp!
It's been a good day to work for Jesus - but then again, every day is:)