What a week. We arrived on Tuesday and departed on Sunday. The staff was amazing and the boys were inspirational in their stories, works and actions. We were unsure as to exactly what our projects would be once we arrived, but found that supporting the staff was a full job in itself. We had projects that included lots of housing landscaping, exterior housing wood maintenance, prep for house painting and clearing out a house filled with clutter ( of sorts ) that had built up for 30 years. That last project was a doozy. Lots of time was spent with the boys during meal services and gaming afterwards. Devotionals at the beginning of the day and at the end of the evening we're very inspirational. Skills in the kitchen were shared by many and the food quality was far above average. The accommodations were very adequate as the Men shared what could be called a bunkhouse and the ladies lodged within the main house. There were additional bathrooms within a short walk at the RV center for those times when all the guys got back at the same time and wanted to clean up. The staff was extremely accommodating with the first night having dinner at someone's home, another day staff gave up their time to take us on a hike 2 hours away and time spent in Leavenworth. The trip closed up with staff giving up their time to take us to church service in Yakima. A huge thanks to the Westside Church for lending out their short bus to FHYR for our transportation needs all week long. I would definitely consider volunteering my time here again. read more

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Amazing institution! Changed our sons life. Taught him respect, kindness, integrity and a sense of work ethic he wouldn't have gotten anywhere else. His education was catered to his ability and follows both our home state and the state of WA requirements for HS graduation. This 18 mo program is worth every dollar. Thank you to the staff and families who have greatly impacted our lives. read more

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The ranch was just flat out crazy as hell but not gon lie there waz some good ass times. But if you ask any of the guys they might not say the same. Fo me it felt like I'm gonna be here fo the rest of my life. Just the thought of getting out felt far as f*** away. But obviously the day finally came and that is tha best feeling ever holy shit. But still I love everyone up there hella -brenden Ps yeah I only gave it 3 stars watcha gon do give me hours. HAAA!! read more

Our 16-year-old son has spent the last 13 months as a 'ranch boy'. He came into the program as rebellious, depressed and destructive. Over time, he has markedly improved his behavior and attitudes. I credit Flying H with consistently modeling Christ as Lord for the young men in their care. The ranch offers a healthy mix of study, work and recreation designed to teach respect and consequences for both good and bad behavior. Obviously, some boys respond better than others. The program has worked well for our family. No environment is perfect, and it was difficult to leave our son at a 'troubled youth ranch', but in retrospect it was the best thing for him. I especially admire the Christian staff missionaries that have loved and encouraged so many boys through difficult times in their lives. They have been such a blessing to our son, who is now being productive with his time and making good decisions about his future. read more