The summer camping program at the Kentucky Sheriffs’ Boys & Girls Ranch officially opened to campers for their 41st season on Sunday, June 12th. The camp runs throughout June and July, serving both boys & girls alternating weeks, throughout the camp season.
The Boys & Girls Ranch is a non-profit organization, serving Kentucky’s youth through a camping program designed to build their self-esteem, while teaching them respect for themselves, others and law enforcement professionals. The camp is free to the campers, thanks to the dedication and support of our Sheriffs, members and contributors. The cost of serving the children is now well over $300.00 per week per child. With continued donations and support from our contributors, we will continue our work. Remember, 100% of your donation(s) directly benefit the camp.
“In addition to regular camp activities such as camp fires, arts & crafts, nature, sports, swimming, fishing, archery, etc, the campers also enjoy visits from local car enthusiasts, fire safety program by the Gilbertsville Fire Department, a drug awareness education program by the Marshall County Sheriffs’ Office, and the McCracken County Child Watch program,” Wagner said. “It is a week filled with fun and learning and our hope is for the campers to create a lifetime of memories during their stay, as well as learn the values of respect and other life skills.”
Wagner added, “On behalf of the campers and staff, we send our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has lent their hand this year. Your outpouring of support allows us to continue to make a difference once child at a time and is greatly appreciated.”
Boys in attendance the week of July 10th are from the following counties: Adair, Ballard, Bracken, Caldwell, Campbell, Carroll, Daviess, Franklin, Garrard, Hardin, Harrison, Henderson, Hopkins, Jessamine, Madison, Marion, Marshall, Pendleton, Robertson and Russell.
For more information about the Boys & Girls Ranch or how you can invest in a child’s life and help build Kentucky’s youth, call the Ranch at 270/362-8660.
Pictured are boys in attendanceduring Session 5 (7/10-15/16) from Marshall County: Brayden Grimes, Blake Prince, Josiah Prince,Tyler Prince, Ryley Mattson, Hunter Dykes, Johnathon Smith, Samuel Cecil,Camden Eisha and Leo Mayorga. Alsopictured are Marshall County Sheriff Kevin Byars, who transported the campers,and Ranch Head Counselor Kayla Mayfield.