Why do you feel called to Crystal Peaks?

For a while I had wanted to get involved in a ministry that I could pour my whole self into.  When I read Hope Rising a few years ago I thought, “This is it!  This is the ministry I've been looking for.”  At the time, I didn’t think it would be possible to go to Oregon because I was living with my family in Pennsylvania.  The Lord opened doors and abundantly provided for me to come and stay out here.  The peace I have in being at Crystal Peaks is indescribable.

What a great God we serve!

Areas of ministry on the ranch (what you do on the ranch on a regular basis):

Each day at the ranch is different, but I usually do a combination of ranch maintenance, training horses and leading sessions with kids (and whatever else needs doing).    

Favorite thing about CPYR or about being here: 

There is a strong sense of family amongst the staff, volunteers and families who come here.  I love being in that type of atmosphere.  At CPYR you can really feel the love!

What do you do in your free time:

In my free time I do pretty much the same things that I do at work:  Work, ride horses, run, rope, hang with friends.  I love my job!

Favorite ice cream:

Vanilla, nothing fancy…just good ‘ol vanilla.

Likes (what do you like in life, food, movies, ect.):

I enjoy physical work; anything outside that makes me sweaty and dirty is fine by me.  I like working with my hands on various projects.  I also enjoy the outdoors, camping, hiking and riding.  I like Mexican food and a good strong cup of black coffee. 

One unique/funny fact about yourself:

I love to work (I know…I’m a goober).