For completed 10th+ grade

The Original JH Ranch
Student Experience

The Second Wind Adventure is one of the most impactful and exhilarating experiences of students’ lives. Whether flying through the treetops on a zip line, blazing backcountry trails, or floating down a wild river, each student will have the opportunity to make new friends and develop strong leadership skills on their very own adventure of a lifetime.

Over the course of two weeks, Second Wind is designed to develop students in leadership, personal growth, and spiritual priorities. Every student will be placed on a team along with an assigned coach. Our coaches share a deep love for the Lord and are committed to bringing about the maturing and training of God’s people. The only requirement for acceptance is that each person has a desire to grow and a willingness to give one’s personal best!

Location:

Etna, California

2024 session dates:

June 16 – 28
July 15 – 27

Program Size:

150 Students
Per session

2024 Program Cost:

$4,900
Per student

Eligibility:

Completed
10th Grade

Adventure Highlights

The first week of the Second Wind Adventure features many exciting activities on property at the JH Ranch, including ropes courses, zip lines, lake activities, and rodeo games. Then, the second week students venture off property on a two-day backpacking adventure and two-day whitewater rafting. Second Wind is truly a journey of exploration and discovery.

Second Wind is a program that will lead to powerful life-changing moments, brought to you by incredible coaches and teachers, all without the distraction of everyday life.

What to
Expect

7 Areas of Focus

Application is the most important element in the understanding of any truth, principle, or skill. Throughout the two-week experience, students are placed into real-life situations in order to test and apply the things they hear.

1. Life Purpose
2. Problem Solving
3. Goal Setting
4. Guy/Gal Relationships
5. Parent Relationships
6. Spiritual Priorities
7. Personal Standards

Legendary Hospitality

Savor the last bite of a buttery biscuit. Swap stories over a homemade meal. At JH Ranch, dining is such a delightful experience, it’s almost the main event. Our guests share most meals in a gorgeous, open-air pavilion that is truly a feast for all the senses. Original recipes, fresh flavors, and gracious hospitality combine to create a tasty experience for everyone.

Big Top Talks

Every evening, we host a fun community-wide gathering in the “Big Top.” Each night is filled with great music, powerful moments, and inspiring talks. These sessions are a wonderful opportunity for our guests to discover their purpose, experience God’s love, and connect with others in a beautiful setting unlike any other.

A Happening Place

A refuge in the middle of a remote forest, the JH Ranch spans nearly a thousand acres in the Northern California wilderness. Just down the road from a small mountain town, it is surrounded by incredible views of rambling rivers, snow-capped peaks, and wide-open meadows. With unparalleled access to the Russian Wilderness, Pacific Crest Trail, and Klamath River, it is ideally located for all kinds of outdoor adventures from back-country hikes to whitewater rafting excursions. This special place feels almost like heaven on earth.