Boys Ranch with Wilderness and Adventure-Based Therapy, for Troubled Boys from Evansville, Indiana – boarding schools for teens and Christian youth ranches.
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Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch for Boys admits boys from Evansville, Indiana on its Northwest Arkansas Campus. It is exceptional in that it has private bedrooms for each of the boys, an awesome wilderness program, and it includes mission trips and equine therapy.
For teen boys dealing with anger, emotional issues, depression, behavioral problems, legal problems, or drug use or addictions, hope exists. The ability to choose a new path is available through Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch. We lovingly train troubled boys to choose a new path in life, leading them to be godly and upright young men.
If you are looking for boys ranch in Evansville, Indiana, consider that Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch could be precisely what you are looking for, since time spent away from your hometown — away from the negative impact of friends and familiar places — away–separate from the effect of friends and familiar places—could be just the thing to start a big change. Parents from around the nation, including Evansville, Indiana, decide on Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch for their boys.
Since we became the initial residential Teen Challenge program for boys, Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch has been helping families for nearly 60 years. We feel that a relationship with Jesus Christ is the primary avenue for healing in the lives of the young men we serve. Every major component of our program is biblically-based. We feel that centering our program on Christ is the reason so many young men have found success here, even where other programs have failed.
MORE STAFF — First, we keep student-to-staff ratios low to ensure boys receive an abundance of supervision and one-on-one attention. Our staff are highly trained and most have bachelor or master’s degrees in their area of work.
ADVENTURE-BASED LEARNING — Our outdoor adventure program is second to none. Our students have regular opportunities to experience fun and challenging outdoor activities. Students enjoy camping, backpacking, rappelling, canoeing, and spelunking (cave exploration). Students are challenged physically and learn the importance of goals and perseverance.
PRIVACY FOR EACH BOY — Rather than housing all the boys in a large dorm filled with bunk beds, our students have their own bedrooms, separate from the noise and influence of the other boys.
FAMILY VISITS — Residents are allowed to make visits to home on regularly scheduled breaks.
ADDICTION TREATMENT — Our program is a licensed dual-diagnosis Addiction Treatment Center with staff expertly trained to treat addictions to alcohol or drugs, as well as harmful lifestyle addictions to gambling, pornography, or online gaming.
EXTENSIVE AFTERCARE PROGRAM — After completion of Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch, boys return home accompanied by a strong aftercare program to prevent relapse . Aftercare is included in our tuition package.
Academics mean much to us at Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch for Boys, because we feel education holds the key to future success. While enrolled in our private school with fully accredited courses, students complete courses led by certified teachers, with individual tutoring available to aid those who are struggling. We offer a GED track for boys with not enough credits to complete senior high school on time. Credits earned can transfer to private or public schools at home. Boys may also study basic vocational skills for example woodworking, basic electrical, construction and carpentry, shop skills, basic automotive, and others.
Students at Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch engage in numerous recreational activities, both on and off campus. We operate an adventure program. In addition to being fun and physically challenging for the boys, it teaches them about reaching goals, communicating and working well with others.
Many boys have put their lives back on track and have gone on to make a difference for Christ after graduating from Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch for Boys. We would be happy to talk with you to help you decide if our boarding school is a good fit for your son. Whether you choose Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch, a school in Evansville, Indiana, or another program, we hope your family can experience the transformation that Christ can bring. Please read the rest of our website and use our inquiry form or call us today.
| More about therapeutic ranches for boys in or near Evansville, Indiana: Evansville is the third-largest city in the U.S. state of Indiana and the largest city in Southern Indiana. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 117,429. It is the county seat of Vanderburgh County and the regional hub for both Southwestern Indiana and the Illinois-Indiana-Kentucky Tri-State Area.GR In 2008 a population estimate put the Evansville Metropolitan Statistical Area at 350,261. Settled in 1812, the city is situated on a gentle horseshoe bend on the Ohio River and often referred to as “River City.” One of the most popular attractions in the region is Casino Aztar, the first riverboat casino in the state of Indiana. Evansville is also home to both the University of Evansville and the University of Southern Indiana. The broad economic base of the region has helped to build an economy which is known for its stability, diversity, and vitality. In 2004 Evansville was named an “All-America City” by the National Civic League. In 2008 it was voted the best city in the country in which “to live, work, and play” by the readers of Kiplinger, and in 2009 the 11th best. Forms Family Involvement Frequently Asked Questions Therapeutic Schools for Boys in Lafayette, Louisiana Therapeutic Schools for Boys in Dallas, Texas Therapeutic Schools for Boys in Kansas City, Missouri Therapeutic Schools for Boys in Carrollton, Texas Therapeutic Schools for Boys in Grand Prairie, Texas Therapeutic Schools for Boys in Brownsville, Texas Therapeutic Schools for Boys in Wichita, Kansas |
We value education and academic success, considering it key to long-term life success. Most of our staff have advanced degrees. Many of the students who come here lack sufficient high school credit to obtain their diplomas in a timely manner, but we help them get caught up and even to retake classes for a higher GPA. Every boy on campus is taught and tutored several hours each day. Our disciplined and structured approach to learning, with individualized academic goals and progress, helps the boys get back on track with their education and our courses are fully accredited and transferrable.
Our outdoor adventure program is second to none. Our students have regular opportunities to experience fun and challenging indoor and outdoor physical activities. Students enjoy camping, backpacking, rappelling, canoeing, and spelunking (cave exploration). They are challenged physically and learn the importance of goals and perseverance.
Former President
“Teen Challenge gives our kids something to live for – a relationship with God, a healthy self-esteem, and a direction in their lives that finally leads somewhere.”
Former Attorney General
“Teen Challenge changes the world one person at a time.”
Founder, Prison Fellowship
“The Teen Challenge program succeeds when all of the government programs have failed.”
Television Personality
“In my opinion, Teen Challenge is doing the best all-around job of providing the kids with something meaningful in their lives. And that’s what they all need.”
Former US Drug Czar
“Of all the programs reported to the Commission, the most successful is the program conducted by Teen Challenge.”
Past Director, AT&T Corporation
“Teen Challenge is one of the most successful programs in our country.”
Darren Reynolds, MA, is a tireless innovator and team-builder. He has worked with troubled youth for nearly 30 years. He became the Executive Director of Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch in 1996. He holds a Master’s Degree in Counseling.
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