State safety laws already have quite a few requirements, and we will be certain to have those fulfilled; but we intend to go an extra mile to ensure that both parents and kids feel safe. We understand not only the stigma attached to many Christian institutions today, but we also understand that for some a lack of safety has already happened; we don’t have any desire to repeat or further perpetuate either of these things. Furthermore, our ultimate goal is spiritual growth, and we don’t want anything to distract from that. We want everyone to feel secure so that they can focus on God with a free heart and mind!

We intend to instigate an intense vetting process; we will not only require background checks, but for each of our staff members and volunteers we want those truly devoted to changing lives through God’s power. Our camp, while it will be fun, will not be an easy summer job. Each will be required to have training in abuse protection. We will have consistent onsite security, as well as retired volunteers from local churches to simply be a presence where needed. For the long-term, we will eventually have camera surveillance in public areas.

As far as natural disasters are concerned, we will have evacuation plans in place as well as tornado safety measures, above and beyond what the state law requires.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask! Your experience here at Deep Roots Ranch matters to us!