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What We Believe at Our Florida Dude Ranch
Values
The journey to becoming your true self starts at the Ranch
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Our Why
On the most basic level we believe an individual who is able to understand and accept themselves for who they are will have the confidence to accomplish more in the world and live an enriched and fulfilled life.
Authentic experiences create opportunities for self-discovery.
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Our Purpose
We create an environment where an individual can become the most genuine version of themself.
We accomplish this through our core mission of Respect, Inspiration, Positive Thinking, Play, Leadership, and Engagement. Our activities, ranch experiences, and programs embody our mission — everything we do serves our purpose.
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Respect
Show respect and consideration for those around you.
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Inspire
Believe in, encourage, and support others.
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Play
Grow through purpose driven play.
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Positive Thinking
Trust you can overcome the challenges in your path.
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Leadership
Lead through selfless words and actions.
Engage
Be an active participant in your community.