"I cannot begin to thank you for...crossfire ranch. My home away from home. you have talked me through some of my hardest moments in life. You have also taught me that God does love me... I am so blessed that i was able to have the opportunity to come out to the ranch and have you and the horses fix my broken heart... I just want you to know that you guys are my whole heart and I love you all more than anything."
                                                                                                                             ~ Hannah (Youth)

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[My Grandson] had become increasingly anxious when he started 5th grade. Every day was a challenge for him. He had experienced several changes (new school, changes in his routine at school, a decision to try soccer) and this really “threw him for a loop”. It was heartbreaking to see his insecurity and for him to question everything and not be able to help. “Do you think my day will be ok Nana ?”, “What if no one picks me up from school?”, “Will you stay here if I go to the library?” Formerly very independent and with an “I got this attitude”, [he] now questioned everything with a fear of things of not going well. He just wanted to stay home (or come by our home.) The change was frightening. 

my grandson is very sensitive, so he gravitates to those who struggle like himself. He becomes their mentor. He has great empathy and is a very kind young man. School as you might imagine can be challenging at times. At Crossfire "every child matters, is encouraged, and is important” for who they are”. I saw him blossom as he found fulfillment in his relationship with the horses, satisfaction with the stable chores he did, and with learning how to care for and ride the horses. He loved game time as well! (How about that “shaving cream day? )  ~ Camper's Nana

Website Stories by HEIDI GOSSEN

Meet the crossfire ranch herd!

Our horses are paired with individuals who are looking for a best friend, a caring shoulder to lean on, a gentle soul to listen... each member of our herd has special qualities that make equine therapy horses unique. They have a powerful nature to dissipate the heavy clouds over our heads. Read more about the Crossfire Ranch herd below!

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"...But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint."

Isaiah 40:31