SECOND WIND Everything You Need to Know for Your Adventure!
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SECOND WIND Everything you need to know for your adventure! 1 Let's Go! Thank you for entrusting our team with your child for what we believe could be two of the most significant weeks of their lives. We consider it a sacred trust to lead, encourage, guide, and pray for your child as they prepare to navigate the pivotal high school years and beyond. Many parents ask "What will my son or daughter experience during their time at Second Wind?" That's a great question. Our primary focus is to help students take ownership of their faith. To do this, we place your child on a team of similar age guests with one of our highly trained college-age coaches. We recognize if you want to go fast, go alone, but if you want to go far, go together! Secondly, we share from our personal lives how to practically live out the Great Commandment: how to love God and then how to love others. Most young adults are information rich and experience poor, so we combine our con- tent with real life adventures so that students return home with life principles for the questions they are asking. Thirdly, we remove distractions, including their technology, so they can properly take time to evaluate their lives based on the content we share. We often say, a life not evaluated is not worth living but if you live life right, once is enough! My first step into the JH "Everlasting Adventure" was in 2000 as a volunteer during a one-year university exchange program in the US from my home country, Australia. During those three months, I discovered real answers to many of life's questions and found a passion to help build the relationship between parents and teenage children. I've spent half my career in business and this second half serving in a full-time capacity with JH Ranch. I am joined by my beautiful wife of 15 years, Edith and three children, Charlie (15), Izzy (12), and Pierce (9). We spend our summers in Etna, January serving at our JH pro- gram in New Zealand, and the remainder of the year in San Diego. As a parent of a young adult, I recognize the world our children are navigating and what's at stake for their hearts and minds. I cannot think of a better place or program to invest two weeks of their life discovering their purpose and taking own- ership of their faith so they can live with peace, joy and confidence in their faith and shape the world around them. Let the adventure begin! Rob Hayes-St. Clair 2 My name is Betsy Kate Nicholas and I am so excit- My name is Payne Kellum, and it is my privilege to get ed you will be spending part of your summer with Second to co-lead Second Wind. I live in Birmingham, Alabama with Wind! As your Second Wind Co-Director, I am so expectant my wife, Mallory, and my daughters, Joy (4) and Lily (1.5). of the time we will spend together. We will grow together through adventure, teamwork, and a lot of fun! I am excited for you, because Second Wind has the potential to be one of the most fun and impactful times of Of all my experiences at JH Ranch, Second Wind was your life. You will get to experience adventure with other probably the most pivotal! During my two week program, students from all over the country. You will be led by some I was filled with purpose, learned to work with a team, and of the most remarkable college students that you will ever caught a glimpse of God’s unconditional love. Every moment have the chance to meet. Whether it’s ropes courses, river since has been an incredible adventure! rafting, or navigating your team into the backcountry, there will be no shortage of challenge and adventure. It will be After graduating from the University of Mississippi through the challenge and the adventure that you will be and serving on JH Ranch Summer Crew, I moved to Birming- invited into something greater: The Everlasting Adventure! ham, AL to begin working for JH full-time. I have been able You will have an opportunity to learn what it takes to be a to work in registrations and lead the girl’s summer crew, and leader and to take ownership of your faith. I look forward to continuing to serve you this summer! Get excited! The Everlasting I look forward to Adventure is calling! meeting you and seeing the person you will become! See you soon! Betsy Kate Nicholas Payne Kellum 3 SOME WAYS TO PREPARE FOR SECOND WIND THIS SUMMER! ONLINE ACCOUNT DASHBOARD .................................................. 5 HOUSING ............................................................................................. 5 RENTALS ...............................................................................................6 PACKING LIST ..................................................................................... 7 TRAVEL: FLIGHTS ............................................................................. 11 TRAVEL: MORE DETAILS ................................................................ 13 YOUR MEDICAL AND DIETARY NEEDS ...................................... 15 IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW .................................................. 17 PHONES, VALUABLES, STAYING IN TOUCH, EMERGENCIES REGISTRATION CHECKLIST ........................................................... 19 CANCELLATION POLICY ................................................................ 19 4 4 ONLINE ACCOUNT DASHBOARD Please log into your online Account Dashboard on jhranch.com to complete all forms and waivers. Whether you registered at the Ranch by phone, at a Host Family event, or through our website, your personal online Account Dashboard will direct you to completing everything necessary: Medical Forms, Terms and Conditions Agreement, Rentals and more. These items must be completed by April 1, 2021 to maintain an active registration. When you log in to your account you will be directed to the main dashboard. Click on "View Current Registrations" to access forms. Simply click your name and you will be directed to the Services menu. You can also create an account for your student's JH Ranch Store Card (an easy way to make purchases at the Ranch with their JH name tag). HOUSING All of our students stay in cabins with their teammates and coach. The teams are built based on program, age, and geographic location of their home. Each cabin has approximately 8 bunk beds with mattresses, shared bathroom with a sink, shower, and toilet. Students are assigned a bunk like the ones in the photo. We do not provide toiletries, towels, or bedding. Rental sleeping bags are available. (See page 6 for details) 5 JH RENTAL POLICY We have a limited number of backpacks and sleeping bags for rent during our student programs. Please reserve your rentals online through your online account dashboard. Reservations for rentals will close 2 weeks before the beginning date of the program or when supplies run out, whichever comes sooner. Please call or email us if you need assistance in making a reservation. SLEEPING BAG RENTAL: $50 BACKPACK RENTAL: $50 LOSS/NON RETURN- You are responsible for the gear at all times between checkout and return. It rarely happens, but if you lose it, we will need to charge you our discounted replacement cost to replenish our inventory. DAMAGES- Our rental rate assumes normal wear will occur. However, rips, tears, excessive dirt/stains, or missing/broken parts noted upon return will result in additional charges for repair or replacement. LIMITED SUPPLY- If you are unable to secure a rental from JH Ranch, here are some options: 1. Consider borrowing from someone. 2. Rental companies, such as Outdoors Geek www.outdoorsgeek.com rent quality gear for the outdoors. 3. As a last resort, order gear online and ship it directly to JH Ranch. If you choose this option, please let us know in advance. **Important: sleeping bags must be rated 10 - 20°F / backpacks must have an internal frame with a minimum volume of 60 liters** 6 6 PACKING LIST • It is VERY IMPORTANT that you follow this list as the items are DON'T CRITICAL for your off-property activities. MISS • Everyday summer clothes are fine for on-property activities. • Label ALL belongings. (Items are easily misplaced) THIS! • There are no laundry facilities available at the Ranch for guests. ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL □ Multiple masks □ 1 pair long hiking pants* □ 1 pair of long underwear/leggings (not cotton)* □ 2 pair of wool or synthetic hiking socks* * We suggest 1 fleece or down jacket wool, synthetic, □ or dri-FIT for the 1 WATER-PROOF rain jacket □ warmth and to 1 headlamp or flashlight □ keep dry. □ 2 refillable sturdy water bottles □ A warm hat (beanie, toboggan, etc.)* □ 1 pair of hiking shoes (sturdy but comfortable, needs to support ankles) □ 1 internal frame backpack** (minimum 60 liter) LUGGAGE INFO: Luggage is limited at JH Ranch to three (3) pieces per guest: 1. One (1) duffel bag or suitcase that your student is able to carry- LUGGAGE CANNOT BE ROLLED ON RANCH PROPERTY due to unpaved paths. 2. One (1) carry-on bag for personal items. 7 3. If you choose to bring your own backpack, this is allowed as your third item. CLOTHING: GEAR: □ 6-8 pairs of shorts □ 2 1-qt. sturdy water bottles □ 10-12 t-shirts (include some long- □ 1 small plastic set of plate, bowl, and sleeves) utensils for our hiking and rafting □ 2 pairs of jeans/long pants adventures □ 1 sweatshirt □ 1 day pack/book bag □ 1 bathing suit (modest, lined one- □ 1 ground pad to sleep on piece for females, not low-cut) □ 1 plastic ground tarp (used under ground pad) SHOES: Insect repellent 1 pair of tennis shoes □ □ □ Sunscreen & Chapstick □ 1 pair of river shoes (or sandals to be worn rafting) OPTIONAL: BEDDING & PERSONAL: □ Sunglasses (strap recommended for rafting) 3 towels (2 bath and 1 beach) □ Bed sheets (twin) 1 pillow with pillow case □ □ Rodeo attire (pictured below) 1 sleeping bag (Must be rated 10-20° F, □ □ Casual banquet attire synthetic or down filled) □ ** Phone card (limited supply at our Toiletries □ □ Tradin' Post) 2 pens or pencils □ Camera (No GoPro®'s.