Jenn Hoffman never thought her life would be forever changed when she attended Harvest Fest at Gore Mountain in 2006. It was there that she first heard about the Adaptive Winter Sports Program at Double H. Shortly after, Jenn met Dave. “I told him I’d be spending the winter at Double H and if he… Read More
Double H Ranch News
Volunteer Voices: It’s the Magic of Double H Ranch
In 2013, a friend invited me to attend a fundraiser for the Double H Ranch at a favorite restaurant. During the evening a woman and her son, both of whom I know from my church, approached the podium. They both spoke about how transformational the Double H Ranch has been for their family. The boy said… Read More
COVID-19 and Camp: Updates and Resources
*Updated Tuesday, March 31, 2020 A Message from Max Yurenda, CEO As part of our Double H Ranch family, you are always in our thoughts and we hope you are all well and staying safe and healthy. At the Double H Ranch, we realize the impact of COVID-19 is evolving on a daily basis and… Read More
Camper Stories: Double H Ranch is a Place Where Difference is Valued
By Aimee C., Camper Parent Follow Aimee on Twitter: @thewriteaimee When my friend first told me about Double H, we were up to our ears in diagnoses. It was all bad news and we felt very alone. I assumed there could be no community for a child as complex as mine. No way, he insisted…. Read More
2019 Volunteer of the Year and Emerging Leader of the Year
The Double H Ranch is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2019 Volunteer of the Year and Emerging Leader of the Year awards! Established in 2012 and 2018 respectively, the awards are given in honor of Kathy and Ron Phelps for their exceptional dedication to the Double H Ranch. Volunteer of the Year Congratulations… Read More
Double H Ranch Welcomes Three New Board Members
The Double H Ranch announces the appointment of three new members of its Board of Directors. Joining the Board of Directors are Russell Teplitzky, Sheri Lyons and Colleen Carter. “As the Double H Ranch continues to grow in order to meet the needs of our children, we recognize how fortunate we are to have such… Read More
Giving Tuesday Makes an Impact at Camp
We all know about Black Friday and Cyber Monday and by now you have likely heard of Giving Tuesday. As #GivingTuesday 2019 approaches on Tuesday, December 3, we take a look back at how a world-wide day of giving made a tremendous impact at the Double H Ranch in 2018. What is #GivingTuesday? Celebrated on… Read More
2019 Volunteer and Emerging Leader of the Year Award Nomination Form
“Every set of hands make the work lighter and the applause louder. We place a high value on volunteerism and community partnerships. Our pursuit of the greatest, safest camper experience will always include recruitment and retention of caring and qualified volunteers.” The Double H Ranch is currently accepting nominations for the 2019 Volunteer of the… Read More
Volunteer Voices: Meet Carly
Meet Carly, a volunteer who joined Double H Ranch as an Arts & Crafts Program Volunteer for the first time this summer. Although this was Carly’s first time at camp, she has always heard about the magic of camp from her grandfather – Walter Robb – who is a Board Member of the Double H… Read More
Partnership with SPAC brings Artists to Camp
In an exciting new partnership this summer, the Double H Ranch collaborated with Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) to bring world-renowned artists to our campers. The collaboration began in July with the National Dance Institute providing a day of dance workshops for campers. Following the dance program, SPAC brought Wynton Marsalis and musicians from Jazz… Read More
