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About John Knox Ranch

At John Knox Ranch, we foster experiences of Christian community in the beauty of God's creation. JKR is the camp and retreat ministry program of Mission Presbytery, part of the Presbyterian Church USA. We've preserved this special place for people to gather, to learn, have fun, and grow. Reconnect and recharge with us at John Knox Ranch!

Volunteer Opportunity! Give Thanks, Give Back
JKR Volunteer Retreat and Service Day

Our first Give Thanks, Give Back Volunteer and Fellowship Retreat is scheduled for Nov 4-6, 2022. This new retreat is a chance for adults aged 18 years and older to gather at John Knox Ranch for fellowship and service.

This retreat will combine service and fellowship with Saturday being the service project day. Retreat participants will help serve as leaders for the additional volunteers that come for Saturday only.

Sign up below for either the weekend or Saturday only.

Come get your hands dirty, eat delicious food, and be renewed by fellowship!

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Main Event For Youth

Registration is now open for Main Event for youth at John Knox Ranch. You will register and pay for your group directly with John Knox Ranch HERE.

Please note that if you do not already have an UltraCamp account with JKR, you will have to create one to register your group. You will have to create a "new person" for each participant you are due by September 12, 2022.

Cost and Scholarships:

The cost is $125 per participant. We have several $50 scholarships available. Please contact youth@missionpby.org for an application for one or more of your youth. We do not want the cost to prevent anyone from attending.

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Summer Camp

Summer camp is the heart of our program. We offer resident camp for students entering grades 2 – 12 and day camp for kids ages 4 – 8. Campers enjoy swimming, archery, rappelling, rock climbing, arts and crafts, nature discovery, ropes challenge course, Bible study and spiritual formation, canoeing, sharing homemade family-style meals, overnight campouts, and more. JKR is a place where love, acceptance, grace, and FUN flow freely.

Rent Our Spaces

Rent a single cabin, the whole ranch, or a campsite under the stars. We've preserved this special place for people to gather, to learn, have fun, and grow. Reconnect and recharge with us at John Knox Ranch!

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Host An Event

JKR is the ideal place to host your next event or gathering. Contact us to learn more about the delicious meals and excellent programming we offer.

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Explore Our Programs

Our programs are designed around spiritual development, servant leadership development, and environmental stewardship. Learn more about our programs for adults, kids, families, and schools.

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"John Knox Ranch is such a special place. I love that my kiddos can experience the world in a different way while out at camp. They are given the freedom to run, explore, play, ask questions, and discover their own spirituality. While at camp, our children learn responsibility and scripture in a way that is inviting and fun. I know that when I'm sending my kiddos to JKR, they will come back better in one way or the other than when I dropped them off."
Sarah Hernandez
Camper Parent
"Camp is the highlight of my kids' year. They come home changed, more confident, happier, more open to new things, and full of stories."

Kristen
Camper Mom
"Thank you for building a community around my daughter while she was there. She needed that time, and she needed you. You guys hit it out of the park. I cannot thank you enough, but I can try. . . THANK YOU!!!"
Beth
Camper Mom
"Our camper is shy and introverted. It was a big deal for her to be away from home for 6 days. She returned enthusiastic about her time at camp and rambled on and on about the things she did and the friends she made! It was awesome!
Our camper is also a very picky eater and she said all the food at camp was delicious! Her eating was one thing I was really worried about, but now that she's home she's even more open to variety in our food!"

Amanda
Camper Mom
"He loved every minute of the activities. He liked the food and made new friends. Being remembered from last year made him feel good. Thank you to everyone involved for making my grandson feel special and helping him have a good, wholesome time. He's already talking about next year.

. ..You are a blessing to every child that attends."

Sandra
Camper Grandma

John Knox Ranch has offered Summer Camp opportunities for children and youth ages 4–18 since 1962.

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Work outside, make life-long friends, positivley impact kids lives, grow in your faith

Summer Staff

Are you searching for a way to make a difference in the lives of children and youth? Are you longing for a tangible way to grow in your faith and to share it with others? Do you love the outdoors and do you have a sense of adventure? Are you flexible, creative, patient, fun loving, kind, and responsible – to the best of your ability? Do you want to wear shorts and t-shirts to work every day this summer?

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