点评:We visited Ghost Ranch last week for a much needed break and to attend a watercolor workshop. I hiked here in 2016 and have wanted to return for many years.
Our stay became so much more than just a weekend retreat. We have been transformed by the natural beauty, spiritual prescence, and welcoming community of the ranch. It reminded us very much of going to camp. We were graciously and openly welcomed by staff and visitors representing all cultures, religions, and beliefs. There were pastors, artists, geologists, hikers, retirees, AmeriCorps workers, college students, and ranch hands. Everyone ate together in the cafeteria in the glow of a huge fireplace with great fellowship. Many visitors have long histories with the ranch and stay weeks or months at a time.
The rooms and cabins are sparce but comfortable. Bedding and towels are provided, but no toiletries or TVs. The cafeteria has simple, hot meals every meal, with gluten-free and vegetarian options. Remember, this is a ranch, not a resort. Much of the maintenance is done by volunteer service corps, and employees also live at the ranch. I would not recommend coming for a vacation in an RV. the RV lots are removed from the main camp and mostly used by staff and long-term volunteers.
We found peace and have returned renewed both mentally and spiritually. We have been blessed by complete strangers who now feel like our best friends. Physically, we are exhausted, but that's another story. A week at 5,600 feet, walking everywhere, takes a toll. Next time, we will be ready to hike Kitchen Mesa.
翻译:我们上周去了幽灵牧场,度过了一个非常需要的休息时间,并参加了一个水彩画工作坊。我 2016 年在这里徒步旅行,多年来一直想再来一次。
我们的住宿不仅仅是一个周末的休闲。牧场的自然美景、精神气息和热情的社区改变了我们。这让我们想起了去露营。我们受到了代表所有文化、宗教和信仰的工作人员和游客的热情欢迎。有牧师、艺术家、地质学家、徒步旅行者、退休人员、美国志愿队工作人员、大学生和牧场工人。每个人都在自助餐厅里一起吃饭,在巨大的壁炉的照耀下,气氛融洽。许多游客与牧场有着悠久的历史,一次住上几个星期或几个月。
房间和小屋简陋但舒适。提供床上用品和毛巾,但没有洗漱用品或电视。自助餐厅每顿饭都提供简单的热餐,有无麸质和素食可供选择。请记住,这是一个牧场,而不是度假村。大部分维护工作由志愿服务队完成,员工也住在牧场。我不建议开着房车来度假。房车停车场远离主营地,主要由工作人员和长期志愿者使用。
我们找到了平静,回来后精神和灵魂都焕然一新。我们得到了完全陌生的人的祝福,他们现在感觉自己是我们最好的朋友。身体上,我们筋疲力尽,但那是另一回事。在 5,600 英尺高空上行走一周,到处走动,很累。下次,我们将准备好徒步前往 Kitchen Mesa。