About Us

Mission Briefing

We are building a sanctuary where our nation’s protectors—military, fire, EMS, and police personnel—find solace and rejuvenation amidst nature’s embrace. Our mission is simple: to honor and support the well-being of those who serve by providing a peaceful outdoor experience for rest, recovery, and reconnection.

Here, heroes gather to unwind, share stories, and strengthen bonds within a community that truly understands the weight of service. Join us in our commitment to giving back to those who’ve dedicated their lives to protecting ours.

Our Vision

At Guardian Grounds Ranch, our vision transcends beyond just a place to unwind; we are creating a comprehensive sanctuary tailored to the unique needs of our first responders and military personnel. Starting with cozy cabins nestled in serene landscapes and expansive areas for exploration and leisure, our ranch is a haven for those seeking respite from the rigors of duty.

But our mission goes deeper. As we evolve, Guardian Grounds will incorporate a spectrum of wellness and recovery services designed to address the holistic needs of our heroes.

How Guardian Grounds Helps

Outdoor Experiences

Counseling Services

Peer Support and Chaplaincy

Treatment Referrals and Coordination

Practical or Logistical Treatment Support

A Word from Our President

Everyone in your organization may not align perfectly with your vision, but they damn sure better be mission-driven and oriented. Fluff the vision all that you wish, but leave the mission short and concise. Every board member and employee should be able to recite a mission statement off the top of their head.

From my experience in the Marine Corps:

The protection of our Nation and the advancement of its ideals.

Huge multifaceted entity, but a very concise and direct mission statement. Our mission statement is strong and powerful. It is what we are GOING to do, not what we hope to, or may, do.

Our Mission

Healing heroes through nature and relationship.

Our Vision

To create a sanctuary of solace and rejuvenation exclusively dedicated to our Nation's heroes—veterans, first responders and their families.

Cultivating a Community Where Our Nation's Protectors Find Strength and Solidarity.

Guardian Grounds Ranch is committed to becoming a beacon of hope and healing. Our multi-purpose approach ensures that every individual stepping onto our grounds finds a supportive community and a range of services dedicated to their well-being and recovery.

Join us as we grow and continue to offer a sanctuary where our protectors can truly thrive.

Testimonials

Our society needs healthy and helpful service personnel and first responders for us all to thrive and enjoy our liberties and freedom, yet where do these men and women go when they need services? The staff and mission of Guardian Grounds Ranch are focused on bringing healing and making a positive impact on the mental health of our national heroes.

Jason has worked tirelessly to help those around him achieve mental wellness by bringing an amazing, multifaceted, successful mental health program to the fire department, and Guardian Grounds is the next level of treatment necessary to heal these incredible heroes. At Shield Bearer, we are honored to work with this incredible organization and its partner organization Camp Comrade, to help promote mental wellness to first responders and veterans.

Michelle Temofonte

Shield Bearers Counseling Center

A key component to first responder mental health is having a place of solace. A ranch that can provide that solace with like-minded brothers and sisters will only help reduce the mental health crisis we are experiencing across the job. Guardian Grounds Ranch provides a branch of support that the fire service has not yet seen.

Jacob Johnson

DO YOUR DAMN JOB!

Sometimes all we need as Veterans and First Responders is a place to get away and be with our people and decompress, no better therapy than that, and that is why we need organizations like Guardian Grounds!

Matt Johnson

GOTUR6IX Culture

The amount of healing from one event can be life-altering for veterans and first responders. I donated because we need to give more for those who give us their all.

Andrew Brockenbush

Beefy Marketing