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Charles R. Wood “A Storied Life” to Premier on WMHT

Posted on February 22, 2016November 9, 2018

Charles Wood was a revolutionary businessman and philanthropist who not only changed how families in upstate New York enjoyed their time together, but many say that he inspired theme parks… Read More

Tuscan Dinner

Posted on December 26, 2013December 26, 2013

Double H Ranch Event Chairpersons: Georgia and Jay Horner Honorary Chairperson: Angelo Mazzone Invite you to join them at the 14th Annual TUSCAN DINNER & WINE TASTING Enjoy a… Read More

Because of you, Double H Campers will attend camp FREE of charge

Posted on July 9, 2012July 23, 2012

Last year you led the way by sponsoring summer campers for a week or morning at camp, and we met Year One of a three-year challenge presented by the SeriousFun… Read More

The Double H Ranch Celebrates 20 Years of Making Dreams a Reality

Posted on July 9, 2012

Twenty years ago the Double H Ranch was created from the vision of just two men and has now grown to include year-round programming that annually serve over 2,000 children… Read More

Chuckwagon Challenge – An Amateur Southwest Culinary Competition

Posted on May 11, 2012

Double H Ranch is looking for Amateur Chefs to compete for a grand prize of $15,000 Double H Ranch is pleased to announce that the 21st Annual Gala at Six… Read More

It’s National Volunteer Appreciation Week! Happy National Volunteer Appreciation Week! We certainly would not be where we are as an organization without the dedication of all of our staff and… Read More

Double H Ranch – Web of Support

Posted on April 3, 2009

Welcome to the Double H Ranch’s newly redesigned Website and Blog! I hope you will enjoy its new features and increased accessibility to information on our year-round programming, online applications… Read More

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I lost my mother to AIDS when I was just 7 years old. I was confused and a lost child, trying to understand and find answers. “Why her? Why me? What is “AIDS”? What is “HIV”? How can it be cured?”. I started camp shortly after and eventually received the best answers I could of got. I spend the rest of my childhood, growing into who I am today, at this wonderful place. When I was away from camp, I didn’t feel like I “fit in” anywhere else, but the moment those bus doors opened and we were greeted by our counselors, it felt like home. It felt right. The next decade I spent 1 week of my summer here, and always begged for more time. The boat ceremony was always the hardest. So many tears were shed that night, but we all were hopeful. Hopeful we all were able to make it back the following year. Some didn’t, but most did. I haven’t been back to camp in a decade now. I miss it so much. There is plenty of times when I just sit and think about it, and dreamed of coming back one day as a counselor, or just a visit. I now have my own 7 year old beautiful healthy little girl that calls me mommy. I take what I learned at camp with me through every day parenting. Never to judge others, always be kind, have courage in everything you do, and to never give up. Double H Ranch is my home away from home, and I cherish it so deeply. I even have it tattooed on me! If anyone is looking into bringing your child here, do it. You wont regret it, and they won’t ever stop sharing the memories with you that they had there. I’m turning 28 years old this year, and I feel amazing. Beating odds is an amazing feeling, but not thinking about turning 30 soon is!! Haha! I want to say a huge thank you to all of the counselors because without all of your encouragement and love, we may not of pushed ourselves to try harder. So thank you all!!

- Erica G. - Binghamton, NY

07/24/2017

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Charles R. Wood “A Storied Life” to Premier on WMHT

Tuscan Dinner

Because of you, Double H Campers will attend camp FREE of charge

The Double H Ranch Celebrates 20 Years of Making Dreams a Reality

Chuckwagon Challenge – An Amateur Southwest Culinary Competition

Volunteers We Thank YOU!!!

Double H Ranch – Web of Support

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