Hi, I'm Fred Hess, a full time missionary here at Buckheart Ranch.  Here's a little bit about me.  Mathew 19:14 states: "let the little children come to me... (NIV) This verse has been the focal point for my ministry since 1985. In 1985 God put a calling on my life to work with youth. In early of 2010 He called me to full time Ministry here at Buckheart Ranch... Click Here to Read More

Hi, Adam Bradford here, a 5 year student at Buckheart Ranch.  God's done an amazing work in my life, setting me apart and sanctifying me from a life that many never get the chance to escape.  A few years ago, I felt like God was calling me to start going out and sharing my testimony on short term missions... Click Here to Read More

Hi, I'm Ben Mester, the guy on the left.  I'm a long time volunteer here at Buckheart Ranch.  For me, I love the atmosphere of peace, hardwork, and diligence here at the ranch.  Kids from tough backgrounds come to a place of encouragement and peace, and it can take a little bit of time, but they soon begin to thrive... Click Here to Read More

For a long time I was looking for a rich volunteer experience.  I found it the end of a long, dusty road, on a ranch in rural San Diego County where the air is clean, nature abounds and most importantly, the opportunity is there for commitment to serving God and having solid relationships with caring people who are and have successfully been mentoring youth, building character and teaching skills for life... Click Here to Read More