E ach of us, unique in God’s creation, off ers a one-of-a-kind personal

expression in all that we do. The journey may be all about the search for personal meaning, an eff ort to connect us to our own true nature—spiritually, creatively, physically—whichever path we take.

Ghost Ranch is about the journey of self-exploration. In 2013, nearly 30,000 people came to Ghost Ranch to traverse the red rock landscape in search of meaning, connection and new ideas.

Ghost Ranch, an ecumenical and inter-faith education and retreat center of the Presbyterian Church (USA), is grounded in spirituality and all are welcome. Wedesign workshops and retreats that allow our guests to explore their creative and spiritual selves.

One guest who visited Ghost Ranch for her fi rst time in 2013 shared this:“My experience with Earth-Honoring Faith was probably the most profound public endeavor I’ve engaged in—wonderful with exceptional leadership. Terry Tempest Williams and Bill Brown were fabulous! It has been a long time since I’ve been so moved and inspired day-after-day.”

Inside:From Leadership

Meet the New Operations Director

Signs of Change

Community Day Camp

Annual Financial Report

South Korea Peace Corps Reunion

E D U C AT I O N & R E T R E AT C E N T E R

TransformationYour Gift Gives & Gives

Photo by Katharine Kimball.

The connection to Spirit is so readily available that Ghost Ranch is revered by some as a “thin place”—a place where the distance between heaven and earth dissolves, a place that can relax and transform us.

If you’ve ever been to Ghost Ranch, you get the meaning. For Chelsea Duff , a 2013 Alma College graduate, the journey to Ghost Ranch was life-changing. Recipient of the 2013 Barlow Trophy, Chelsea shared the experiences that impacted her life: “So many diff erent things have impacted me, but I think it was the Center for Responsible Leader-ship’s summit in Ghost Ranch, NM after my freshman year that changed my life the most.

It was so inspiring to be in a place unlike any that I had ever known and do things I thought I would never do.”

The landscape, people and heart-open-ing connections that are found at Ghost Ranch give a tangible value to peoples’ lives.

A 2013 Jan Term student, Sara Hussein, off ers her experience:“Before being greeted by the majestic red rocks, cascading mountains and lakes surround-ing Ghost Ranch, I felt like I had lost my passion, purpose, desire, excitement, my romantic soul and my artist’s touch. It was at Ghost Ranch that I found that they were all still there, inside of me, waiting to be re-awakened...

From a Ministry Week participant: “I really liked the content of the class. I loved the connection among those in the class that was made possible by the way the class was run and because we all ate meals together. This is my second class with Jeanette. Each time I came away reinvigorated. It is both intellectually stimulating and sort of retreat-like. Be-cause of my work, it is a bit of a sacrifi ce to come to her classes in the fall. But it is one that I know I need to make.”

Each who visits has a ripple eff ect around the world. Person by person, Ghost Ranch, is making a diff erence. Your gift is making a diff erence. Your gift adds value to peoples’ lives. Your gift has a ripple eff ect around the world.

Thank you for giving to Ghost Ranch.

J U LY 2 0 1 4

Dear Friends,

Thank you so much for your support in 2013.

There are two stories to tell at Ghost Ranch. One is about the challenges of leaking roofs and miles of sewer and electrical lines that are over 60 years old—a story about a budget that is much too small to cover the decades of deferred maintenance. But that’s going to be the story of our past.

The story about our present is setting the standard for the future. It’s about growing with increased program atten-dance and educational tours. It’s about increasing the quality and nutrition in the meals we serve. It’s about raising the bar to meet guests’ expectations.

With our focus on improving the grounds and facilities, and on hospitali-ty and guest services, we’re investing in the right places and achieving successes in our day-to-day operations.

Our sights are set for the next fi ve years, and beyond, with a strategic plan that outlines the initiatives for the property and facilities, for increas-ing internal systems and staff , for the celebration of our 60th anniversary in 2015 and the start of a capital campaign.

It has been seven years since we lost our direct fi nancial support, but we are working on fund development, increas-ing customer awareness and commu-nications, ongoing attention to costs of operations and increasing guest attendance in all areas of the Ranch. We continue to be excellent stewards of our resources and we are committed to the sustainability and growth of this sacred space.

Our dedication and a keen focus drive us to continually improve every aspect of the Ranch. The opportunity to amaz-ingly transform the lives of those drawn to Ghost Ranch keeps us inspired and moving forward to a bright future.

In service and in peace,

Bill MajorChair, Governing Board Lori FabianoChair, National Ghost Ranch Foundation Debra HeplerGhost Ranch Executive Director

Photo by Larry Hastings.

HAVE YOU CONSIDERED • A fi rst-time gift to Ghost

Ranch?• A 10% to 20% increase in

your annual gift?• Or a planned gift for the

Ranch—a life insurance policy, gift annuity or bequest?

Donate online at GhostRanch.org or contact Mary Martinez in the Development Offi ce. 505.685.1000, ext. 4148 or marym@GhostRanch.org

Please remember, all gifts made to the Ghost Ranch Annual Fund and to the National Ghost Ranch Foundation Restricted Funds are 100% tax deductible.

Each donation keeps us on the road to improvement and sustainability. Each donation supports the educational and nurturing culture of Ghost Ranch programming and off erings.

YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

2013Notes

Debra Hepler, Executive DirectorDebra Hepler, Executive Director

Stewardship of 21,000 acres of sacred

space is only possible through your gifts.

Stewardship of 21,000 acres of sacred

L E A D E R S H I P Your Legacy

Left photo by Jamie Cliff ord. Photo above by Reynolds. Top photo on

opposite page by David Manzanares.

Welcome DanielIn August of 2013 we made a bold move toward a strong future by reinstating a position that had been vacant for more than fi ve years.

Daniel M. Manzanares became our Chief Operations Offi cer and is accountable for the responsible stewardship of the natural resourc-es entrusted to us by our creator (—for the overall operations of the Ranch). In his role, Daniel oversees the day-to-day ranch operations which includes Hospitality, Culi-nary, Housekeeping, Maintenance, Ranchlands, Service Corps, Medical Personnel and Volunteer Staff .

Born and raised in Abiquiu, New Mexico, Daniel has life-long ties to Ghost Ranch. He knew Jim and Ruth Hall, Jim and Dart Shibley (and later Judy Shibley) and Ray and Rosie McCall. As a boy, he was classmates with their children at the Catholic elementary school in Abiquiu and he learned to swim

in the pool at Ghost Ranch almost 43 years ago. He fondly remembers being taught how to blend smooth-ies and bake bread with Georgia O’Keeff e in his parents’ kitchen.

Daniel came to Ghost Ranch from his position as Director of the International Import-Export Live-stock Facility in Santa Teresa, New Mexico and was actively engaged in transnational issues including animal health, livestock movement and border security. Before that Daniel was the Director of the New Mexico Livestock Board.

Daniel has served many years in the United States Army and National Guard/Reserves and is currently ranked as Major. He has been awarded numerous decora-tions including a Special Forces Tab and German Parachute Wings.

With his keen mind and can-do attitude, Daniel has already made a noticeable diff erence at the Ranch. Simply drive in and you’ll see the changes.

With his wife, Eleonora and 5-year old son, Fermin Alejandro, the Manzanares’ reside at Ghost Ranch while they remodel a 1700’s family home in Abiquiu.

Guiding PathsNEW SIGNS

Historically, our guests have found

their way around Ghost Ranch with

the hand-made signs created with

love by many volunteers. The signs

were all unique, using different

materials and different styles. If you

were part of the sign making over the

years, we thank you. The signs on the

Ranch have been a cherished part of

our 59-year history. They have re-

flected the character of who we are—a

working ranch.

In 2013, with our commitment to

improving guest experiences, it was

time to enhance the signage to new

professionally painted signs. Our

deep gratitude goes to the donor who

realized the importance of an updated

wayfinding system (as the science of

signage is called).

Fine artist, Daniel Magoon, provided

the craftsmanship. His hand-lettering

talent is not one easily found in our

fast-paced, mass-produced world.

Hand-painted signs have quickly

become a lost art. He eloquently

captured our legacy of hand-

crafted signs.

Our heartfelt thanks to Skip

Herbert for his fortitude and

persistence, the tools required

to install over 90

new signs.

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Handpainted by Daniel Magoon and installed by Skip

Herbert, 90 new signs guide our guests.

Fostering Leadership in

Our Local Youth

This past summer, during the fi rst week of August—before, we said goodbye to our beloved College Staff and before local children began a new school year—Ghost Ranch off ered its fi rst Community Day Camp. The 5-day commuter program was underwritten largely in part by the generosity of the McCune Foundation of New Mexico.

The intention was to off er youth from our local area an opportunity to experience many of the outstanding Youth Program-ming adventures that happen herethroughout the summer. Originally thought to draw about 25 youth, the Community Camp drew close to 75 in its fi rst year—all new Ghost Ranch fans ranging in age from 7 to 17.

Aimee Zivin, Ghost Ranch Summer Youth Programming Coordinator, who organized the week with her fabulous team (including shuttle drivers, counselors, lifeguards and the Dining Hall staff ), had the following to say about the week: “Community Camp off ered children from the local northern New Mexico area a chance to enjoy the magical opportunities of Ghost Ranch. The theme of leadership wove together the week of fun, nature and challenges. We had a blast!”Eventually, we would like to see this commuter camp convert into an overnight program, allowing local youth an opportunity to have a memorable camp experience.

To make a fi nancial gift to the Community Camp or other local outreach programs, donate at GhostRanch.org, or contact Mary Martinez in the Development Offi ce. 505.685.1000, ext. 4148 or marym@GhostRanch.org

First Annual

drivers, counselors, lifeguards and the

Ghost Ranch. The theme of leadership

Community CampGHOST RANCH

Photos by Nate Zivin.

Local neighborhood

children were able

to enjoy some of the

same activities that are

offered throughout the

summer, sponsored by

the McCune Foundation

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“We had a blast!”

Coming back to the Ranch to teach my Women in Silver Re-treat, I am amazed by how the grounds look—brush cleaned, trees trimmed, new signs and fresh paint. But I see a change in staff as well. Hospitalityhas grown leaps and bounds. They are competent and support-ive. The energy and enthusiasm is palpable—my entire class has felt it. And it’s catching. I have all these new ideas for courses I want to teach. It feels great.”

—Ghost Ranch

Instructor,

Judith Foster

has been a

student and

teacher at

Ghost Ranch

since 2001.

Ghost Ranch is honored to have these dedicated people guiding our leadership, as they serve to review and to create policy and to strategically plan for growth of the Ranch. The Board meets in person three times annually and as needed, via teleconferencing.

Governing Board Members 2013Bill Major, Tulsa, OK - PresidentTammy Andrews, Pacifi c Palisades, CADiane Arenberg, Santa Fe, NMMary Ann Bumgarner, Santa Fe, NM & Tulsa, OKDavid Burpee, Lincolndale, NYScott Davidson, Albuquerque, NMMike P. Evanson, Tulsa, OKLaurel Fabiano, St. Petersburg, FLBrian Frick, Parkville, MODietmar Fritsch, Silverthorne, COCesar Goulart, Albuquerque, NMBill E. Ireland, Venice, CALouis Jacobo, Phoenix, AZMike Kirk, Louisville, KYGrant Mallett, Falmouth, MAGeoff Mather, Albuquerque, NM

Patty Meneley, Boulder, COCarl Schlich, St. Simons Island, GAConnie Tubb, Dallas, TX

The National Ghost Ranch Foundation works with the devel-opment committee of the governing board to raise money towards operations and the endowment.

NGRF Offi cers Laurel Fabiano, President,Tom Arenberg, Vice PresidentConnie Burkhart, SecretaryJon Hall, TreasurerConnie Brakebill, Member at Large

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Jacob Cordova shares information about an upcoming workshop with day visitors.

Guiding Our Paths

Staff Management TeamDebra Hepler, Executive DirectorNatalie Agraz, Director of DevelopmentDebbie Manzanares, Human Resources DirectorMary Martinez, Fund Development ManagerCheryl Muceus/Christopher Crews, Director of MuseumsStephen Picha, Director of Program & EventsLinda Seebantz, Director of Marketing & Communications Marla Ulibarri, Director of Guest ServicesJon Usher, Director of FinanceDaniel Manzanares, Chief Operat-ing Offi cer/Operations DirectorBill Wylie, Land & Facilities

FINANCIAL REPORT

GHOST RANCH STATEMENT OF INCOME

2013 2012Operating Revenue Programs $ 1,568,214 $ 1,470,837 Groups & Overnight Stays 1,175,211 1,276,674 All Other Operating Income 1,058,300 922,501Total Operating Revenue 3,801,724 3,670,013 Operating Expenses Facilities, Operations and Guest Services 1,294,727 1,422,211 Food Service & Housekeeping 1,011,155 988,285 Programs & Events 937,934 495,671 Other Operating Expenses 534,411 473,825Total Operating Expenses 3,778,226 3,379,992

Total Gross Operating Margin 23,498 290,021

Other Operating & Administrative Expenses 1,121,539 938,489

Net Margin (Loss) from Operations (1,098,041) (648,468)

Non-Operating Support Annual Fund Contributions 481,847 538,312 NGRF - Chimney Rock & Facilities Support 132,918 16,609Total Non-Operating Support 614,765 554,921

Total Net Margin$ (483,276) $ (93,547)

Abiquiu $ (433,562) $ (29,655)Santa Fe (49,714) (63,892)

Total Net Margin $ (483,276) $ (93,547)

GHOST RANCH BALANCE SHEET Notes to fi nancials Included in the $4.4 million annual budget at the Ranch, and the $483,000 defi cit, are the following: 1. Investment in important new

paid-positions in Operations, Hospitality, Front Desk and Housekeeping necessary to deliver quality guest service.

2. A 22% increase in employee benefi ts costs under PCUSA-provided benefi t programs.

3. Increased facility and vehicle maintenance expenses to main-tain our buildings, infrastructure and aging vehicle fl eet.

4. Continued asset-protection expenses related to carrying and maintaining the Santa Fe property and expenses for attorneys and consultants in the Abiquiu Lake water storage issue.

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December 31, 2013 December 31, 2012ASSETS Cash Cash & Money Market Funds $260,712 $ 173,602 Petty Cash and Cash in Process 95,271 190,783 Total Cash 355,983 364,385 Investments Long-term Investments 467,358 438,790 held by the Foundation Other Assets Accounts Receivable 86,121 330,450 Inventory and other current assets 239,282 162,644 Total Other Assets 325,404 493,094

Fixed Assets 5,812,459 5,974,315

TOTAL ASSETS$ 6,961,203 $ 7,270,583LIABILITIES Amounts due to the Presbyterian Church $ 2,660,481 6 $ 2 ,236,766 Other accounts and notes payable 53,098 97,626 Deferred Revenue 221,081 184,680 Total Liabilities 2,934,660 2,519,072NET ASSETS Unrestricted Net Assets and Plant Fund $ 3,454,333 4,200,838 Temporarily Restricted 104,852 111,883 Temporarily Restricted-La Bruzza (65,292) (93,860) Permanently Restricted-La Bruzza 532,650 532,650 Total Net Assets 4,026,543 4,751,511

TOTAL LIABILITIES & NET ASSETS $ 6,961,203 $ 7,270,583

+10% Increase in participants.

25% increase in weekend partici-pants because of more offerings.

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7% Increase in the number of museum

visitors. Museum fees are up 51% as

fees are now required rather than suggested.

Some K-IVs have become Compadres or Comadres of Ghost Ranch over the years, supporting Ghost Ranch with gifts, much as a Godparent supports a Godchild, and we have made a group donation to the Ranch dur-ing our recent reunions.

The new chairs are the start of an organized eff ort for K-IV to give back to the Ranch, which holds such a special place in our hearts. Already, the committee is anticipating our 50th reunion in 2017, and we hope to make a signifi cant gift to the Ranch to mark that momentus event.

Two Interns and a College Staff er will work with Eric Garretson, Sustainability Coordinator, this summer. He says that although he and his network of colleagues know a great deal about what is needed and what can be accomplished at Ghost Ranch, he “still learns something new every day” on this job. That statement exemplifi es why the visionary and ongoing programs at Ghost Ranch continue to enlighten and sustain the

spirit of those who work here and guests who return year after year.

They Give & GiveIf you visit Ghost Ranch, you may notice a number of new Adirondack chairs with a “K-IV” brand. So what is “K-IV” and why are the chairs at Ghost Ranch?

The story started in September 1967, when 111 of us from all parts of the US arrived at the Ranch to train for three months for Peace Corps service in South Korea. Our training staff was waiting for us: 15 language instructors from Korea, some cross-cultural staff who had al-ready completed Peace Corps service in other countries and a number of medical and administrative staff from the Division of Indian Health of the US Public Health Service who would train us to be rural health workers in Korea. We would be the fourth Peace Corps group in Korea, hence the designation “K-IV.”

Most of us arrived after dark. The next morning, we saw the fi rst sun on Chimney Rock and Kitchen Mesa looming behind the Dining Hall. It was a revelation—and the beginning of a strong attachment to Ghost Ranch and to each other. In 1977, our group planned a reunion, and Ghost Ranch was the obvious place to hold it. August 2013 was the 10th such reunion at Ghost Ranch, now including not only some of the training staff but also our children and grandchildren, altogether 65 adults and 15 children under 10 years old. We spent a week together at this magical place that three generations now love.

What started shortly before the reunion with the idea of a possible memorial for some of our group quickly transformed into a gift of 12 new Adirondack chairs for all Ranch guests to enjoy. Fortunately, the Ghost Ranch Service Corps was able to build the chairs in time for our reunion. So one of the reunion activities was to brand each chair “K-IV.”

They Give & Give

Shared by By Cassandra and Sandy Gaines (members of the National Ghost Ranch Foundation and former Peace Corps volunteers in Korea from 1967-69)

Photos courtesy of Sanford and Cassandra Gaines.

The South Korea Peace Corps reunion group took time

to enjoy a hike to Chimney Rock. Their gift of 12 new

Adirondack chairs will be enjoyed by many. When you

visit, check to see if the chair you are sitting in has the

K-IV brand.

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Permit 1893Ghost Ranch Conference CenterHC77 Box 11 | Abiquiu, NM 87510Presbyterian Church, (USA)GhostRanch.org

Wisdom SharingWe are thrilled to off er a retreat this fall at Ghost Ranch that sets a new precedent! Wisdom Sharing—A Deepening Retreat features Alice Walker, Gloria Steinem and Dr. Chung Hyun Kyung.

The event begins Monday evening, October 13th and runs through the Thursday evening, October 16th, with participants departing Friday morning, October 17th.

The intention behind the Ghost Ranch Wisdom Sharing—A Deepening Retreat is:• To allow women and men to be

stirred, taught and guided by excep-tional teachers/mentors–women who have deep feminine wisdom and life experience.

• To break open and explore the breadth and depth of the gift of the feminine voice and feminine leader-ship in our world today.

• To support the continued growth and development of an intergenerational movement, including women and men, which honors and embraces the integration of the feminine voice and leadership.

• To gather in a sacred landscape that embodies the wisdom and beauty of the sacred feminine and provides expansive space for creativity, healing and self-discovery.

To donate and to register, visit www.GhostRanch.org

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www.GhostRanch.org

Address Service RequestedGhost Ranch is a unique combination of natural

beauty, paleontology, archaeol-ogy, history, geology and art. It is not just the values of each of

these separate aspects of Ghost Ranch, but rather the synergy of its beauty, its scienti� c value, its

cultural and historical traditions, its “wisdom sharing” and its spirituality that make it like no other place in the world.

Photo by Geri Aryault