“As always, my children had an awesome time. [NAME REDACTED] had so much to talk about! He absolutely loves fishing!!! He loves it so much, I think I need to buy him his own rod and reel. Lately he has been dealing with constant dishonesty. It warms my heart to know that he can freely talk about these things with…
“My son had a blast. He is still talking about it tonight. When he got home yesterday, he said mom we should go to church and we did. I’m so thankful for this experience for him.” -Mom of a Camper
“My daughter had a fantastic experience at Lonesome Dove Ranch! The horseback riding and jet skiing were definitely her favorite parts. Since this was her second year at Lonesome Dove, she felt more comfortable and enjoyed it even more than last year. Her leaders were wonderful, caring, and fun. We couldn’t ask for a better experience for our daughter! That…
“Jovie had the BEST time at camp and has already asked about attending again. This was Jovie’s first experience staying away from home and the camp has given her 1. A sense of accomplishment 2. Confidence that she can do things she has not done before Jovie has not stopped talking about camp since I picked her…
“Collin and Cyler truly enjoyed camp. Lonesome Dove is a safe haven for them. It’s the only place Cyler will stay the night away from us. That speaks volumes. They know at Lonesome Dove they will be safe to be themselves just the way they are with no judgment of their differences, challenges, or history. As a parent, I appreciate…
GIDDY UP — CAMP HAS BEGUN! The gates of Lonesome Dove Ranch swung open this week, and the sound of laughter, splashing, singing, and healing is already echoing across our 120 acres in Royse City, Texas. Over the next several weeks, hundreds of children who have experienced neglect, trauma, or abandonment will be immersed in joy, truth, safety, and…
A NEW NAME AND A NEW BEGINNING Listen to this story Some stories are too painful to imagine, yet they are lived by children every single day. Hayley’s story is one of those. But it is also a story of hope, of healing, and of the power of love to rewrite even the darkest past. A Child Found in Darkness…
Braylon’s Story: From Abandonment to Redemption Listen to this story Braylon’s story is not unlike that of many children who arrive at Lonesome Dove Ranch—a story marked by pain, instability, and deep wounds that no child should bear. But his journey is also a testament to the power of love, faith, and second chances. A Childhood Marked by Brokenness Braylon…
Dear Friend of Lonesome Dove Ranch, Listen to this post Originally this communication was going to be a simple celebration of what happened at camp this summer as a result of your generosity, God’s grace, and the tireless efforts of many people. Although I will include one amazing testimony at the end (we will send more testimonies of life change…
THANK YOU Listen to this story We will release a more formal expression of gratitude in the coming days, but we wanted to take a second, as campers arrive for the beginning of camp 6, to let you know the entire summer has been funded. Every camper has been scholarshiped and the budget of every camp has been met. “Thank…