The Longhorn Lodge is centrally located on our property. Within the Longhorn Lodge you will find the Dining Room, Chapel, Double R Game Room, and Staff Offices. Our Dining Room feeds up to 180 people from a commercial kitchen. The Buckskin Bunkhouse sleeps up to 80, divided into four sleeping areas each with its own bathroom. The Silver Star Station sleeps up to 76, also with bathrooms dividing the bunkhouse for men and women. Our Indoor Riding Arena includes a 60'x150' riding area, a heated classroom, and a heated observation area.
Western ranch atmosphere in Fairview Township, northwest Pennsylvania; wooded acres, playing fields, pond, creek, two barns, indoor riding arena.
Founded
1963
Activities
Waterfront
Swimming
Canoeing
Land Sports
Archery
More activities
Bible Round-Up
bouldering wall
campfire
challenge/ropes course
disc golf
hayrides
horse riding / horsemanship
pioneer crafts
riflery
sledding
tomahawk throwing
trail rides
Clues to fit
50 Year Anniversary — scope of community impact
The rodeo on August 30 entertained about 275 people as we rode horses, laughed together, and reminisced about rodeos past. One of the best things about the day was the opportunity for hundreds of people to enjoy the camp while reconnecting with each other and learning about what God is doing through the ministry today and for the future. Wayne's neighborhood continues to grow as groups from Pennsylvania, Ohio, New York, Canada, and other areas use WLD Ranch year-round.
"Bible teaching, Christian friendships, solid mentors, fun learning activities, made a positive difference in my life with many great memories." — Kelly P. | "Fun, fellowship, friends, faith, independence, responsibility, respect, and fun is worth mentioning twice!" — Marilee G. | "We love the family camp. It is completely stress free. The kids love it too. We wouldn't miss it." — Rebecca B.
Setting — western ranch atmosphere in northwest Pennsylvania
Located in Fairview Township, PA, the western ranch atmosphere coupled with a friendly staff encourages experiences that make a difference in guests' lives. As of 2018, there are three modern bunkhouses with complete bathrooms that together hold 180 campers, two barns with nearly thirty horses, a tack shop, an indoor riding arena with heated classrooms, a large pavilion, a general store, a maintenance shop, a swimming pool, wooded areas for hiking and trail rides, and several open playing fields.
The Trailblazer Round-up #4 is more intense than your typical week of camp, allowing 12 to 16 year old campers to spend additional time in their chosen Skill Track. Each camper will specialize in one of three options: Wrangler Week, Adventure Camp, or Target Sports Camp. Wrangler Week appeals to the ultimate horse lover. Adventure Camp is for the energetic and active camper looking to work as part of a team to overcome challenge course elements, as well as explore the outdoors with our bouldering wall, canoeing, an extended swike and more. Target Sports Camp focuses on developing skills in archery (recurve bows), tomahawk throwing, and riflery (.22 bolt action rifles).
Choose from our Trailblazer, Pathfinder, and Tenderfoot overnight camps or select one of our day camp options if your camper isn't quite keen on the idea of staying overnight. Each camper will choose one of six Paths: Adventure Team, Archery, Horsemanship, Outdoor Skills, Pioneer Crafts, or Riflery. Campers also look forward to guest speakers, skit night, campfires, and hayrides.
Joseph is the Director of WLD Ranch. He grew up coming to WLD as a camper and staff person. Joseph and his wife Christy have been on full-time staff since June 2002. Malcolm and his wife Anna have served the Lord faithfully at WLD since February 1977. Kevin joined our full-time staff in August 2005, having served on summer counseling staff for three summers before that.
Financial aid — Seeds of Generosity and financial assistance program
If you are still struggling to provide the funding for your children to attend camp, you can seek financial assistance through WLD's financial aid program. We have limited funds available and provide partial scholarships on a needs basis. Please contact Christy Preston for more information (christy@wldranch.com). Give toward our Financial Assistance program to help families who need assistance to pay for Summer Camp. Give generously through Seeds of Generosity to enable WLD Ranch to provide full sponsorships for campers from homes with the greatest needs.
Anna is the Director of Health and Safety and Director of the Horse Program. As a registered nurse, she has cared for campers at WLD since February 1977 and promotes a safe program at WLD. As the Director of the Horse Program, Anna manages a herd of 30 horses and ensures that horse retreats, lessons, trail rides, and summer horsemanship classes run smoothly and safely.
