Long Acres Ranch

Registration is open again.

🚨 GOOD NEWS, OUTDOOR ENTHUSIASTS! 🚨

Did you miss the original registration window? Don't worry - we’re giving you a second chance to secure your spot! Registration for the 2026 4-H Outdoor Challenge has been officially extended to June 10, 2026! 🗓️

Don't let this weekend of adventure pass you by.

💵 Fee: $60 per contestant
💻 Where to Register: 4-H Connect (https://texas.4honline.com)

Pack your gear, rally your family, and get ready for an unforgettable weekend at Long Acres Ranch.

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Today is the last day to register for the Texas 4-H State Outdoor Challenge! The contest is held here at LAR and we would love to see you here.

4-H Outdoor Challenge Announcement.docx 2026 4-H Outdoor Challenge Announcement When: June 20-21, 2026 (Saturday/Sunday) Where: Long Acres Ranch, Richmond Registration: 4-H Connect (https://texas.4honline.com), Registration timeline is April 1 - May 18, 2026. Registration fee is $60 per contestant. Registration is limited to the ...

We have been busy trying to create more opportunities for a larger audience. Here are just a few things we have in the works! Join our newsletter to stay up to date.

GEO (Girls Enjoying the Outdoors) Camp- July 7-8
Middle school girls- check out our newsletter for more information https://mailchi.mp/longacresranch/mr-blue-pages-issue-5863662?e=974cb2a3ab

Moth Night- July 20
Families of all ages will enjoy an evening looking at insects that come out at night.
Information and registration coming in June!

Gramps Camp- Oct 30-31
Grandparents, bring your grandkids for a night of tent camping and a day full of outdoor activities. More information coming this summer!

Chicks in the Sticks - Nov 7
Ladies 18yo+, this is your day to enjoy outside doing all of the things! We will have outdoor activities, crafts and games. Like Girl Scout camp...for adults!
More information coming this summer!

BOSS Lady 2027- April 2-3, 2027
Ladies who are 55yo+, join us for a weekend learning new outdoor skills, or sharpening old ones. Information coming in January 2027, but we wanted you to get it on your calendar now!

Mr. Blue Pages: Vol 8, Issue 31 🦚 September 15-17, 2026- Benthic Ecology- The study of water organisms and their environment. Get your hands dirty looking for macros. Once found, take a close up look and watch how they move and interact with other biotic and abiotic things.

Happy world baking day. Get out there and do some outdoor cooking.

THE FOOD-DEE 8.4K likes, 147 comments. "Outdoor Boys Campfire Bread Recipe"

We still have a few spots open for the AM family fishing.

Register here for a fun family fishing event!--> https://supersaas.com/schedule/Long_Acres_Ranch/Activities?view=free

A tree can tell a lot of history.

To read a tree’s past, study the patterns in its rings. Sudden shifts in width can show drought, fire or insect damage. By observing these clues, you can learn how the forest responded to past events.

Mr. Blue Pages: Vol 8, Issue 31 🦚 September 15-17, 2026- Benthic Ecology- The study of water organisms and their environment. Get your hands dirty looking for macros. Once found, take a close up look and watch how they move and interact with other biotic and abiotic things.