Pleasant Valley Veterans Retreat

05/09/2026

Just about ready for tomorrow’s community picnic. Hamburgers, hot dogs, chips & drinks. Games & activities for the kids! Come join us from 11 to 4 with lunch being served starting at noon.Pleasant Valley Veterans Retreat

04/27/2026

Join us on May 9 for a fun day at the Pleasant Valley Veterans Retreat!

03/16/2026

03/16/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Pleasant Valley Veterans Retreat Featured on “Creatures of Statute” Podcast

Young, AZ – Gila County’s vision for supporting veterans in Arizona’s Rim Country is highlighted in the latest episode of the Creatures of Statute podcast, which takes listeners on the road to the Pleasant Valley Veterans Retreat in Young, Arizona.

The retreat, located on a former U.S. Forest Service administrative site in the heart of the Tonto National Forest, is a Gila County-led initiative that is already welcoming veterans while continuing to expand and develop the property into a larger retreat experience.

In the episode, Gila County Supervisor Woody Cline and Executive Assistant Cathy Melvin walk listeners through the years-long effort to bring the project to life. Their discussion details the extensive collaboration with the U.S. Forest Service and partners across county, state, and federal government, including advancing federal legislation necessary to convey the property to Gila County.

Today, the retreat is already serving veterans seeking a quiet place to reconnect with nature, build community with fellow veterans, and find peace in the scenic surroundings of Pleasant Valley. When fully developed, the more than 200-acre property will offer expanded opportunities for veterans to visit, connect, and heal in one of Arizona’s most beautiful and tranquil settings.

“This project represents the commitment of many partners who believe in providing meaningful spaces for those who have served our country,” said Supervisor Woody Cline.

The episode offers listeners an inside look at the vision, partnerships, and perseverance behind the Pleasant Valley Veterans Retreat.

To learn more about the Pleasant Valley Veterans Retreat, visit their website. https://pleasantvalleyveteransretreat.com/

To listen to this episode of Creatures of Statute, click the listening link and subscribe on your preferred podcast platform.
https://rss.com/podcasts/creatures-of-statute/2617694/

01/14/2026

We are honored to host 2026 American Hero Honor Ride on Sunday, April 12, 2026, on their ride to Texas at our Lodge with Lunch. We support Veteran Programs. We hope our communities will come out and cheer them as they ride through on Highway 60. They are estimated to be about 120 riders.

12/07/2025

Thank you to everyone that came over & enjoyed the coffee, hot chocolate & cookies with us. Lots of visiting & good conversation!

12/05/2025

Just a reminder that we are serving coffee, hot chocolate & cookies tomorrow morning from 8 to 10 am at the Retreat Admin Building! We have some raffle items too🎄

11/30/2025

Come join us at the Pleasant Valley Veterans Retreat this coming Saturday, December 6 from 8 am to 10 am for some holiday cheer just before the Christmas Bazaar at the Community Center.

11/20/2025

The Retreats Admin building got all dressed up for Christmas today! We are ready 🌲

11/13/2025

GILA COUNTY ASSESSOR TOUR
DISCUSSING 2026 INDIVIDUAL EXEMPTIONS AND MORE

The Gila County Assessor’s Office and Assessor Sherra Kissee will be traveling throughout Gila County to share important information about the individual exemptions available for 2026 — including the NEW 100% Disabled Veteran Exemption. Additional topics will also be covered as time allows.

See flyer below for details.