Dear CranHill Campground and Cottage Friends,
It is with great sadness that I am writing this email to you today. If you’re like me you’ve been looking forward to coming to CranHill for your stay. Well, that stay is, unfortunately, going to have to wait just a little while longer.
Yesterday, Governor Whitmer announced that the Stay-At-Home order will remain in effect until May 28th. With this order, she has essentially required CranHill’s Campgrounds and Cottage Rentals to remain closed until at least May 28th. As difficult as this is for us, we rejoice because as a Christian organization we get to represent Christ in honoring the authorities over us (Romans 13 and 1 Peter 2:13).
Believe me, we really want to be open, and we really want you here. We not only desperately need the revenue, but we simply love the ministry that happens while you’re here. You’re not just like family… you are family.
You are entitled to a full refund without cancellation fees because we are required to cancel your reservation.
You may choose one of the following options:
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DONATE your received payments to CranHill to help support the current financial needs of this ministry. In this case, you will receive a tax receipt for 100% of the funds donated and you can then make another reservation for a future date.
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REBOOK your received payment for a future date during the 2020 camping season. In this case, we would love to help you find another date this summer.
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REFUND Your received payment will be 100% refunded to you. Refunds will be processed within two weeks of your reservation date and credited back to your credit card or sent by check.
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If you choose Option 1 or Option 3, we will process your request and you will receive the proper communication showing your donation or your refund.
If you choose Option #2, we will give you a phone call to assist your rebooking. Or feel free to give us a call during normal office hours at your convenience.
We are still planning to open the campground and cottages this season just as soon as we can. Please stay tuned to our website and social media for further updates. You might also want to catch a new weekly update video called “The Porch.”
Thank you so much for your partnership and prayers during these unique days. We continue to pray for all our guests, that the Lord would make these days a great time of family connectedness to each other and to the Lord regardless of all that is happening around us.
Blessings, and we look forward to seeing you soon here at the Ranch.
In Christ,
Build a Legacy.
For more than half a century, volunteers have been the heartbeat of CranHill. Through their unwavering dedication, boundless skills, and tireless efforts, we've witnessed God's miraculous growth, transforming this ministry into a sanctuary that touches the lives of 35,000 individuals each year. Today, our 380-acre haven boasts over 100 structures, a testament to the incredible impact of our volunteers.
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CranHill has been abundantly blessed by the unyielding support and selfless service of countless individuals who hold the Ranch close to their hearts. They generously share their time and talents, becoming beacons of ministry for youth and families alike.
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Are you ready to join this community of devoted volunteers? Explore our diverse volunteer opportunities below, and when you're ready to take the next step, simply fill out our volunteer application.
We are eager for you to become a part of our journey, serving alongside us in the name of faith, love, and transformation.
OPPORTUNITIES
CLEAN-UP DAYS
Come and serve as we prepare our grounds for our guests! Projects include everything from raking, spreading bark and wood chips, construction or repairs in all areas of camp, maintaining trails, and much more. Camp for FREE for the whole weekend! Call us to get your campsite reserved today!
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Spring Clean-Up: May 3, 2025
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Fall Clean-Up: September 21, 2024
WINTERFEST
Every winter, we hold a free community event called Winterfest. This is an opportunity for us to give back to the surrounding communities. We run a lot of different events and depend on our full-time staff and volunteers to make them happen.
Email Abiah at abiah@cranhillranch.com to volunteer!
WEEKEND RETREATS
Throughout the year, we need volunteers to help with everything from the Kitchen, Barn Store, Adventure Courses, Horse Programs, and more. We provide meals as well as housing if need be for the weekend.
Email Abiah at abiah@cranhillranch.com to volunteer!
FRIENDSHIP CAMP
At CranHill, we believe camp is for everyone! Friendship Camp is for people with special needs ages 16 and up, and it takes a team of awesome volunteers to help our staff make it happen, at no cost to you. Friendship Camp runs three different weeks.
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• June 16th-20th
• June 29th – July 4th
• August 10th – 15th
YEAR-ROUND VOLUNTEERING
Volunteers have been the lifeblood of CranHill for over 50 years! Through the countless hours of hard work, skill, and dedication we’ve seen God grow this ministry into a place the serves 35,000 people per year and has over 100 structures on 380 acres! We are looking for individuals and families who are looking to make a lasting impact and continue the legacy and core value of volunteerism here at CranHill.
If you have a specific trade skill or passion for serving please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Abiah, at abiah@cranhillranch.com to get involved!
