Youth and Family Programs
At Vermillion Ranch, families and young people spend time together doing simple, everyday things in a different setting. You’re outside. You share meals. You walk the land, help with small tasks, and spend evenings together without much competing for attention.
Kids tend to settle in once they have room to move and explore. Teenagers often talk more when conversations happen naturally, while doing something side by side. Parents notice they’re not watching the clock as much and feel more present than they do at home.
Families and youth remember the time they spent together, shared moments, small conversations, and experiences that came from being together in one place without rushing off to the next thing.
What You Will Do Here
Some parts of the day are guided, and others are open. There are flexible and age appropriate activities to do together, but there’s also time for kids to play, explore, or just hang out. Younger kids usually gravitate toward movement and hands on things. Teenagers tend to engage more when they’re doing something alongside others instead of being asked to sit and talk. Parents are involved throughout the day, not separated out or watching from the sidelines.
A lot of conversation happens without planning for it. Walking, working, eating, or sitting around in the evening often leads to the kinds of talks that don’t come up during a busy week at home. Families start to settle into a rhythm, and time together feels less rushed and more natural.
Activities
Outdoor Exploration
Time spent hiking, walking the land, and being outdoors together in a safe, peaceful environment.
Campfire Gatherings
Simple evenings around the fire with stories, conversation, and shared time.
Nature Based Play
Unstructured outdoor play that encourages creativity, confidence, and teamwork.
Family Connection Time
Guided moments that help families talk, listen, and reconnect without distraction.
Hands On Learning
Basic outdoor skills and activities that build confidence and curiosity.
Group Games & Challenges
Low pressure activities that encourage cooperation rather than competition.
Quiet Reflection Time
Opportunities for rest, journaling, or quiet moments in nature with the people you care about most.
Youth Mentorship Moments
Safe supportive conversations where young people feel heard and encouraged.
Flexible Scheduling
Programs are adapted to the group nothing is rigid or over programmed.
A Place To Grow Together
If your family or youth group needs space to reconnect, slow down, and build something meaningful together, we would be honored to host you. Reach out when you’re ready, and we’ll help plan a program that fits your group and your season of life.