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SECOND WIND
Everything you need to know for your adventure!
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Let's Go!
Thank you for entrusting our team with your child for what we believe could be two of the most
significant weeks of their lives. We consider it a sacred trust to lead, encourage, guide, and pray for your
child as they prepare to navigate the pivotal high school years and beyond.
Many parents ask "What will my son or daughter experience during their time at Second Wind?"
That's a great question. Our primary focus is to help students take ownership of their faith. To do this,
we place your child on a team of similar age guests with one of our highly trained college-age coaches.
We recognize if you want to go fast, go alone, but if you want to go far, go together! Secondly, we share
from our personal lives how to practically live out the Great Commandment: how to love God and then
how to love others. Most young adults are information rich and experience poor, so we combine our con-
tent with real life adventures so that students return home with life principles for the questions they are
asking. Thirdly, we remove distractions, including their technology, so they can properly take time to evaluate their lives based on the
content we share. We often say, a life not evaluated is not worth living but if you live life right, once is enough!
My first step into the JH "Everlasting Adventure" was in 2000 as a volunteer during a one-year university exchange program in
the US from my home country, Australia. During those three months, I discovered real answers to many of life's questions and found a
passion to help build the relationship between parents and teenage children. I've spent half my career in business and this second half
serving in a full-time capacity with JH Ranch. I am joined by my beautiful wife of 15 years, Edith and three children, Charlie (15), Izzy
(12), and Pierce (9). We spend our summers in Etna, January serving at our JH pro-
gram in New Zealand, and the remainder of the year in San Diego.
As a parent of a young adult, I recognize the world our children are navigating
and what's at stake for their hearts and minds. I cannot think of a better place or
program to invest two weeks of their life discovering their purpose and taking own-
ership of their faith so they can live with peace, joy and confidence in their faith and
shape the world around them. Let the adventure begin!
Rob Hayes-St. Clair
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My name is Betsy Kate Nicholas and I am so excit- My name is Payne Kellum, and it is my privilege to get
ed you will be spending part of your summer with Second to co-lead Second Wind. I live in Birmingham, Alabama with
Wind! As your Second Wind Co-Director, I am so expectant my wife, Mallory, and my daughters, Joy (4) and Lily (1.5).
of the time we will spend together. We will grow together
through adventure, teamwork, and a lot of fun! I am excited for you, because Second Wind has the
potential to be one of the most fun and impactful times of
Of all my experiences at JH Ranch, Second Wind was your life. You will get to experience adventure with other
probably the most pivotal! During my two week program, students from all over the country. You will be led by some
I was filled with purpose, learned to work with a team, and of the most remarkable college students that you will ever
caught a glimpse of God’s unconditional love. Every moment have the chance to meet. Whether it’s ropes courses, river
since has been an incredible adventure! rafting, or navigating your team into the backcountry, there
will be no shortage of challenge and adventure. It will be
After graduating from the University of Mississippi through the challenge and the adventure that you will be
and serving on JH Ranch Summer Crew, I moved to Birming- invited into something greater: The Everlasting Adventure!
ham, AL to begin working for JH full-time. I have been able You will have an opportunity to learn what it takes to be a
to work in registrations and lead the girl’s summer crew, and leader and to take ownership of your faith.
I look forward to continuing to serve you this summer! Get
excited! The Everlasting I look forward to
Adventure is calling! meeting you and seeing the
person you will become!
See you soon!
Betsy Kate Nicholas
Payne Kellum
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SOME WAYS TO PREPARE FOR
SECOND WIND THIS SUMMER!
ONLINE ACCOUNT DASHBOARD�������������������������������������������������� 5
HOUSING��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 5
RENTALS�����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������6
PACKING LIST������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 7
TRAVEL: FLIGHTS����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 11
TRAVEL: MORE DETAILS���������������������������������������������������������������� 13
YOUR MEDICAL AND DIETARY NEEDS�������������������������������������� 15
IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW�������������������������������������������������� 17
PHONES, VALUABLES, STAYING IN TOUCH, EMERGENCIES
REGISTRATION CHECKLIST����������������������������������������������������������� 19
CANCELLATION POLICY���������������������������������������������������������������� 19
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ONLINE ACCOUNT DASHBOARD
Please log into your online Account Dashboard on jhranch.com to complete all forms and waivers.
Whether you registered at the Ranch by phone, at a Host Family event, or through our website, your
personal online Account Dashboard will direct you to completing everything necessary: Medical Forms,
Terms and Conditions Agreement, Rentals and more. These items must be completed by April 1, 2021
to maintain an active registration.
When you log in to your account you will be directed to the main dashboard. Click on "View Current
Registrations" to access forms. Simply click your name and you will be directed to the Services menu.
You can also create an account for your student's JH Ranch Store Card (an easy way to make purchases
at the Ranch with their JH name tag).
HOUSING
All of our students stay in cabins with their teammates and coach. The teams are
built based on program, age, and geographic location of their home.
Each cabin has approximately 8 bunk beds with mattresses, shared bathroom
with a sink, shower, and toilet. Students are assigned a bunk like the ones in the
photo. We do not provide toiletries, towels, or bedding. Rental sleeping bags are
available. (See page 6 for details)
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JH RENTAL POLICY
We have a limited number of backpacks and sleeping bags for rent
during our student programs. Please reserve your rentals online
through your online account dashboard. Reservations for rentals will
close 2 weeks before the beginning date of the program or when
supplies run out, whichever comes sooner. Please call or email us if
you need assistance in making a reservation.
SLEEPING BAG RENTAL: $50
BACKPACK RENTAL: $50
LOSS/NON RETURN- You are responsible for the gear at all times between
checkout and return. It rarely happens, but if you lose it, we will need to
charge you our discounted replacement cost to replenish our inventory.
DAMAGES- Our rental rate assumes normal wear will occur. However, rips,
tears, excessive dirt/stains, or missing/broken parts noted upon return will
result in additional charges for repair or replacement.
LIMITED SUPPLY- If you are unable to secure a rental from JH Ranch, here
are some options:
1. Consider borrowing from someone.
2. Rental companies, such as Outdoors Geek www.outdoorsgeek.com
rent quality gear for the outdoors.
3. As a last resort, order gear online and ship it directly to JH Ranch. If
you choose this option, please let us know in advance.
**Important: sleeping bags must be rated 10 - 20°F / backpacks must have an internal
frame with a minimum volume of 60 liters**
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PACKING LIST
DON'T • It is VERY IMPORTANT that you follow this list as the items are
CRITICAL for your off-property activities.
MISS • Everyday summer clothes are fine for on-property activities.
• Label ALL belongings. (Items are easily misplaced)
THIS! • There are no laundry facilities available at the Ranch for guests.
ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL
□ Multiple masks
□ *
1 pair long hiking pants
□ 1 pair of long underwear/leggings (not cotton)
*
□
□
2 pair of wool or synthetic hiking socks
1 fleece or down jacket
* * We suggest
wool, synthetic,
□ 1 WATER-PROOF rain jacket
or dri-FIT for the
□ 1 headlamp or flashlight
warmth and to
□ 2 refillable sturdy water bottles
keep dry.
□ A warm hat (beanie, toboggan, etc.)
*
□ 1 pair of hiking shoes (sturdy but comfortable, needs
to support ankles)
□ 1 internal frame backpack
** (minimum 60 liter)
LUGGAGE INFO:
Luggage is limited at JH Ranch to three (3) pieces per guest:
1. One (1) duffel bag or suitcase that your student is able to carry- LUGGAGE
CANNOT BE ROLLED ON RANCH PROPERTY due to unpaved paths.
2. One (1) carry-on bag for personal items.
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3. If you choose to bring your own backpack, this is allowed as your third item.
CLOTHING: GEAR:
□ 6-8 pairs of shorts □ 2 1-qt. sturdy water bottles
□ 10-12 t-shirts (include some long- □ 1 small plastic set of plate, bowl, and
sleeves) utensils for our hiking and rafting
□ 2 pairs of jeans/long pants adventures
□ 1 sweatshirt □ 1 day pack/book bag
□ 1 bathing suit (modest, lined one- □ 1 ground pad to sleep on
piece for females, not low-cut) □ 1 plastic ground tarp (used under
ground pad)
SHOES:
□ 1 pair of tennis shoes □ Insect repellent
□ 1 pair of river shoes (or sandals to be □ Sunscreen & Chapstick
worn rafting) OPTIONAL:
BEDDING & PERSONAL: □ Sunglasses (strap recommended for
□ 3 towels (2 bath and 1 beach) rafting)
□ sheets (twin)
□ 1 pillow with pillow case Bed
□ Rodeo attire (pictured below)
□ 1 sleeping bag (Must be rated 10-20° F, □ Casual banquet attire
synthetic or down filled)
□ Toiletries ** □ Phone card (limited supply at our
□ 2 pens or pencils Tradin' Post)
□ Camera (No GoPro 's. Cell phones
□ 1 small Bible
®
are taken up upon arrival)
**These
Rental Items
items are available to rent
from the Ranch. Backpack rental
is $50; Sleeping bag rental is $50;
Reservations must be made 2
weeks prior to your arrival with your
online account, or call our office at
800.242.1224.
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I did and
I understood.
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If you want to go fast,
go alone,
if you want to go far,
go together.
10TRAVEL: FLIGHTS TO & FROM SMF
ARRIVAL:
You are responsible for your student's travel to and from the Sacramento airport (SMF). Your student's
arrival to Sacramento should be no later than 2:00 PM PT on the start date of your program. On arrival
day, all efforts by our staff are focused on the arrival of the students, therefore, we are not able to pick up or
drop off students at other airports.
JH Ranch will provide transportation between the Sacramento airport and the Ranch. Read more on page 12.
Please be sure to observe our luggage guidelines (page 7) as our luggage vehicles have limited capacity.
DEPARTURE: LET US KNOW!
Your student's departing flight should leave the It is critical that you inform us of your student's travel itinerary
Sacramento airport no earlier than 9:30 AM as soon as you confirm their flight. Once the flights are booked,
on the last listed date of their program. there are three ways to provide your information to us:
We accompany all students safely to security. 1. Via your account at www.jhranch.com
After this point, they are responsible to get to
the proper gate for their flight. 2. Email Taylor at twood@jhranch.com
3. By phone at 800.242.1224
11Travel Notes for flights to and from the JH Ranch:
• Make sure to arrive at the airport at least 2 hours ahead of your
scheduled flight time. Summer travel increases wait times at air-
ports. Departure times for all students tend to fall during
congested travel times, so plan for twice the amount of time
your student would normally need to get checked in.
• Be at the gate 45 minutes prior to departure. Boarding time is
usually 30-40 minutes prior to take-off. Make sure your student
is aware!
• Airlines no longer take cash as an option for luggage costs.
Please ensure that your student's departing flight's baggage
fees have been paid in advance, or that your student has a credit/
debit card to pay for those departure fees.
• Please contact our office for our unaccompanied minor contact.
If your student is an unaccompanied minor (14 years old or
younger), make sure you pay the fee for both ways. Please do
not voluntarily book your students as an unaccompanied minor
if it is not required. It complicates the pick-up and drop off process
for them.
• With hundreds of students flying to JH, flights out of Atlanta,
Houston, and Dallas will most likely have multiple other JH
students on them.
12TRAVEL: MORE DETAILS
Once your student steps into baggage claim, they will be greeted by 20+ JH staff members
ready to get your student efficiently and safely to JH Ranch. They will be checked-in and given a
catered lunch*. Based on arrival time and numbers, we will load the buses as soon as possible and
send them to the Ranch.
*If your student has any dietary restrictions, please make sure they have been recorded on your online account.
SMF TO THE RANCH
All students must arrive in the Sacramento airport (SMF) on the
start date of the program before 2 PM PT.
By bus, it takes around 6 hours to get to JH Ranch including a stop for
dinner. If your student arrives late, the bus departure is delayed, and
students arrive late to JH Ranch. With 250 students arriving and various
unavoidable delays, we cannot approve any flights arriving after 2 PM
Pacific Time.
Our team will be in the Sacramento airport at 8:30 AM on the arrival
date of the program. If your student arrives before then, they must wait
in Terminal A baggage claim until we arrive.
THE RANCH TO SMF
All students must depart from the Sacramento airport (SMF) on
the final date of the program after 9:30 AM NOTE: Bring a sweatshirt/jacket for the bus ride in
For return flights, we cannot approve any departure prior to 9:30 AM case it is chilly on the air-conditioned buses. It also
We plan arrival to the airport between 6:00 and 6:30 AM. That gives gets cool at night at JH, so they may need it when
ample time to ensure that each student is able to find their baggage, get they get off the bus.
checked in for their flight and through security.
13Other Travel Options:
Other than flying into the Sacramento airport, there
are two other options for getting your student to JH:
1. Car to JH: You are welcome to drive your student to
the Ranch. Arrival time is 6-8 PM on the start date of
your program. Contact Taylor at twood@jhranch.com if
you choose to drive your student to the Ranch.
2. Car to the Sacramento airport: You can drop your
student off at Terminal A of the Sacramento airport
from 9-11 AM. Make sure you locate one of our staff
before leaving them. Please inform us if you choose
this option.
EXAMPLE FOR PLANNING YOUR DATES:
If your student's program is scheduled from
June 20 - July 2, they will fly-in on the START date
June 20 before 2 PM PT, and fly-out on the LAST date
July 2 after 9:30 AM.
Remember to inform us of your student's
travel details (see page 11).
14MEDICAL AND DIETARY NEEDS
So that we can meet your needs while you are with us, please complete your
medical form prior to April 1, 2021 to keep your registration active. Additionally,
please be aware of the following:
ALLERGIES If your dietary needs are not submitted on your medical form,
Due to change in region, some of our guests experience allergy we cannot guarantee your special menu will be provided.
issues at the Ranch. If you are predisposed to allergies, we We reserve the right to review the dietary restrictions and
recommend that you begin taking allergy medication before arriving decline your application. Extreme needs are assessed on a case
at JH. Also, please be aware that our Big Top contains hay. Because by case basis.
of these things, we recommend that you bring allergy medication
Please note that we cannot accommodate any airborne food
that will best suit your needs.
allergies.
DIETARY
MEDICATIONS
JH Ranch serves a wide variety of meals and cereal/salad in
If you or your student require medications such as an inhaler
addition to the meal. Please let us know prior to April 1, 2021 if
or an epipen, please mark this on your medical form and turn
you have a dietary restriction so that we can make the appropriate
in your medical form no later than April 1, 2021. We require that
accommodations.
your student brings their own inhaler/epipen and keeps this
Please note that there is an additional $175 fee per person for those medication with them at all times.
requiring a specialized diet, for any of the following:
Medications requiring refrigeration will be kept in the nurse's
● Gluten-free station.
● Dairy-free
NURSE’S STATION
● Vegetarian/Vegan Our Nurse's Station is staffed by experienced staff. The station
● Egg-free is open for medication distribution and non-emergency
situations. In case of emergency, our Hospitality Hut is always
● Or any combination able to contact the nurse on-call to address immediate needs.
● Nut-free: Fee reduced to $125 per person Basic over-the-counter medications and remedies for our
15 guests' needs are available at the Nurse's Station.WE WISH WE COULD BUT...
Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate guests who:
● Have suffered a concussion within 8 weeks to the start of a
program.
● Have undergone orthopedic or another invasive surgery within
8 weeks to the start of the program (unless the surgery was a
tonsillectomy, dental procedure or cosmetic surgery)
● Have uncontrolled seizures (seizure activity within the past month
to the start of the program)
● Would require allergy shots during their stay
● Have airborne allergies (such as airborne peanut allergies)
Please contact our office if your student:
● Is restricted in activity level due to mental or visual impairments
● Has physical activity restrictions
● If your student has had an invasive surgery within the past 12
weeks
Our Medical Form has more details. If you need further clarification or
if any of these situations apply to your or your student, please contact
our office as soon as possible so that we can determine the best
options for your student. Contact us at info@jhranch.com or 1-800-
242-1224.
Please fill out the Medical Form online by April 1, 2021.
Thank you!
16IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW
PHONES & CAMERAS SPENDING
CALLING HOME: DISCRETIONARY SPENDING:
There is a phone provided for students to call Your student may need additional spending money for the
home (excluding the first three days). The JH following opportunities: JH Snack Bar, JH Trading Post, Off-
phone only accepts Prepaid Phone/Calling Cards. property Excursions, Traveling to and from the Ranch. Typically
JH cannot guarantee calling cards in our store. It students spend about $100 during their time at the Ranch.
is highly recommended to send calling cards with To minimize the handling of cash, we offer a spending account
your student if they must call home. (JH Store Card) linked to your student's name tag. Students
are allowed to receive up to $40 cash advance from their
CELL PHONES: Store Card for travel back home at the end of their program (a
All cell phones are collected when students arrive
service fee may apply).
on property. This ensures that phones are not
lost, broken, or stolen while your student is with TRADIN' POST:
us. This also allows students to disconnect from Our "Tradin' Post" is stocked with clothing, books, CDs, and
buzzes, beeps, and rings. Phones are returned on more, so leave a little extra space in your student's bag. (JH
the final afternoon so that student's may charge Store Card used here)
their phones for the trip home.
SNACK BAR:
PHOTOS: Our amazing hand blended milk shakes and the rest of our
While we recommend that your student bring snack menu is available every afternoon and evening after Big
their own camera*, we also have a team of Top. (JH Store Card used here)
photographers taking pictures throughout the
entire program. Photos are uploaded daily. EARLY BIRD CREDIT:
While we do our best to capture photos of every If you registered your student prior to September 1, 2020, a
student, we cannot make a guarantee. Delays in $200 store credit will be waiting when your student arrives.
posting photos will occur when photos are taken This credit is to be used while at the JH Ranch and can only be
on adventures away from the Ranch property. used while on JH property. Any remaining amount left at the
Photos are available at gallery.jhranch.com end of the session is non-refundable.
*See VALUABLES
17STAYING IN TOUCH WHAT'S IN YOUR BAG? 9-1-1
BIRTHDAY POLICY: VALUABLES: EMERGENCIES:
We celebrate all of the student birthdays We advise all students to leave expensive You will be notified immediately of any
that occur during the program at the and sentimental items such as jewelry, emergency regarding your student, either
end of the session. If you would like to electronic devices, expensive sunglasses, physically or otherwise. Be assured that
participate in celebrating your student's important heirlooms, etc. at home. JH JH has an emergency evacuation plan
birthday while at JH, please be on the Ranch is not responsible for lost or should our property ever be threatened
lookout for the birthday email that will be stolen valuables. We recommend that by a fire.
sent out in May 2021. water bottles, clothing, towels and other
significant items are labeled so that they LOST AND FOUND:
PACKAGES AND MAIL: can be easily returned if lost. Please contact us as soon as you
While we would love for you to write realize your student has a missing
letters to your student during their PROHIBITED ITEMS: item. Unclaimed items are donated on
program, our mail system in Etna is easily Please be aware that chewing tobacco, September 1. We request payment to
overrun during summer due to the size and cigarettes, alcohol, marijuana, vaping, illicit cover shipping costs for lost items being
capacity of our local post office. They are drugs, fireworks, knives and weapons are returned to your home.
also not equipped to handle packages, so strictly prohibited at the Ranch. Violation Often, missing items can be avoided by
we kindly request that you please do not of this policy and any inappropriate marking items clearly with your student's
send packages or mail to your student, as behavior disruptive to the program will name while packing at home.
we will not be able to deliver them. result in a student being asked to leave
without a refund.
EMAIL DELIVERY TO
STUDENTS : PRESCRIPTION DRUGS:
If you wish to write your student, please If your student will be bringing
consider our email delivery service. Email prescription drugs, let us know in
message delivery may be purchased advance. Depending on the drug, some
through your online dashboard so that you prescriptions will need to be stored in
can communicate to your student during the Nurses' Station and administered as
the program. A 48-72 hour window from prescribed.
receipt to delivery can often happen due to
the students being off-property.
18STEPS TO COMPLETE
YOUR REGISTRATION
FINAL DETAILS: REQUIRED by April 1, 2021
Please be looking for some very important information
regarding your program that will be emailed to you about
1-2 months before your program's start date. Complete medical form online for your student (Includes
special dietary needs, allergies, etc.) by April 1, 2021.
COVID-19 UPDATES: Complete JH Covie ReleaseConditions of Application,
For the safety of everyone at the Ranch, here are a few Responsibility Waiver, Acknowledge Statement
highlights: of Faith, Rental Policy and Complete Terms and
Conditions by April 1, 2021.
● every guest must email a negative test, antibodies
documentation, or proof of vaccine within 72 hours of
your arrival to the Ranch to nocovid@jhranch.com
Recommended by April 2021
● bring multiple masks for travel and select activities
● view details and up-to-date information at Travel plans completed and all flight information provided
to JH Ranch. This can be provided online through your
jhranch.com/wellness
Account Dashboard, email, or phone. (see page 11 for
details)
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Tuition is fully refundable until March 1, 2021. A tuition refund
Sleeping Bag/Backpack rental request submitted
of 50% is available between March 1 and April 1, 2021. If your
(see page 6 for details)
cancellation occurs after April 1, 2021, the entire tuition will be
forfeited. Your registration credit becomes non-transferable to
a different date once your program start date is less than 30
days away.
Read more in the JH Ranch Terms & Conditions online. Please Contact us at info@jhranch.com or
contact us as soon as possible if you decide to cancel your 1-800-242-1224 with any additional
registration. questions, comments or concerns.
19LET US HELP PREPARE YOU FOR
A GREAT WEEK AT THE RANCH!
Need to Contact Us?
800.242.1224 | info@jhranch.com | jhranch.com
402 Office Park Drive, Suite 310, Birmingham, AL 35223
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