Each youth is given the opportunity to develop time management skills, increased self-esteem and lifetime leisure skills. A certified recreation supervisor plans all activities. These activities use the Ranch's recreational facilities, including a softball field, outdoor volleyball and basketball courts, indoor gymnasium and activities center. Evening and weekend activities augment those offered during regular school hours. Youth are encouraged to participate in campus-wide events such as picnics, parties and cultural activities.
Some residents participate in high school athletics and in local recreational leagues.
The aims of Scouting include character building, citizenship and personal fitness. Youth gain experience in a number of diverse subjects through the merit badge program. The organization's Plum Bear Ranch and Thunderbird Ranch provide a wide range of outdoor experiences, including fishing, nature hikes, bird watching, horticulture, paleontology and more.