California Adventure

On Saturday 18th, the last day at the ranch, Teacher Cheryl and I watched the kids perform in the show at Rawhide Ranch. It was a hot hot day and all the parents came to see their kids. Cameras were everywhere, people standing and cheering for the show. It was a sight to see!

Betty, Jacky, Valerie, and Calvin performed in the animal show where they stood and commanded their goats. Betty and Valerie couldn't really hold their goats, and it was funny to see the goat moving all around. Jacky handled his goat alright, but he wasn't smiling much. Calvin did an exceptional job. His goat stood by his side while Calvin smiled at the judge and audience.

Joe was selected to be in the sheep busting, and he won first place! His sheep, named Boogoo Boogoo, wasn't running in the beginning, but once the sheep started to run, it took off. Joe hung on tightly and stayed on the sheep until the finish. The crowd was full of energy, and Joe stood proudly in the arena as he was given the award.

Jordan made a great impression on the counselors; he was chosen to ride in the horse show. He was the youngest and the smallest in the group. The horse that Jordan rode was called Dart; she was a full-size horse. I was really surprised the way Jordan handled the horse. Jordan commanded Dart with confidence; he circled, jogged, turned, and walked the horse. It was really impressive.


Before we left, Betty and Valerie took pictures with her counselor and said their goodbyes. Jacky was really down because he didn't want to leave the camp but mostly because he met two special girls that stole his heart. Jacky fell in love! J acky has a crush on these two girls; one brunette and one blond. Jacky was so sad he cried for a couple of days. For most of the kids, it was a summer of fun but for Jacky, it was more than that. It was his Summer of Love!


This will be a chapter in their childhood that they will forever remember. All in all, the camp was very successful and an unforgettable experience for all the kids. I am really glad and proud that we have chosen the right camp for them. Not only did they have fun but they also learned to be more independent. They took on new responsibilities by taking care of themselves and the animals. These two weeks, they lived without a tv, electronics, and other distractions. They made friends and memories that they will treasure and embrace for their rest of their lives.