Our daughter went for a week to Brookhill Ranch for the first time and had a blast. It was the…read morefurthest she had ever been from home and has become hooked and is waiting to go back. Camp is faith based and very well organized and offers a website where daily camp photos are loaded to see what your child is up to. Drop off and pick up functions like a well oiled machine and there are plenty of activities. Just FYI, camper's cabins are not air conditioned. Old school camp.

Brookhill Ranch was a great camp. After my first week at Brookhill Ranch, I was hooked. The kids…read moreat Brookhill were very nice and I made a lot of friends. Activities: One of the nicest things about Brookhill is that you are able to choose your own activities (4 activities total - remember it may be different now). Activities include: arts/crafts, big/small lake activities, fun swim (with waterslide), horseback riding, go-carts, archery, riflery, dancing, Hodge Podge (different sports games each day) and bumper boats (probably missing a few but it has been awhile since I have been there). Outside of the chosen activities, each night there is other night time activities, the first two nights (not including the starting day of camp) we fished and it was boys versus girls on the fish count. The third night I cannot remember; fourth was a hacky-sack night where we raced in big burlow sacks and fifth was a carnival night. In the event of rain/storms/inclement weather, indoor activities will take place in the main pavilion in place of chosen activities. I have had a few of these days and they were a lot of fun and by no means a disappointment for missing the chosen activities. Meals: All of the meals were given in the dining hall located in the main pavilion of camp. It was cafeteria-style just like you have at most public schools. I do not have much knowledge as to the type of food they had but I do not recall disliking anything. Do not expect steak or a four-course meal, but food was good. Outside of the meals you have access to a canteen that is available at the beginning of the 2-hour rest period each after afternoon after your fourth activity. The canteen has different drinks, snacks and confectionary (limeades/lemonades, sno-cones, etc. - all canteen items extra charge so bring some money with you). Religious activities: as a Christian type camp, obviously you will expect some Christian activities. Each day after lunch and before our 3rd activity, we sang a few Christian songs. On Thursday night, the staff had all of the campers in the main pavilion and put on a drama act of the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Very powerful and moving. On Friday night, they have all of the graduates (10th graders going to 11th grade - the last year they can attend camp as a camper) light a candle and walk around the pavilion in the dark while Kathy Troccoli's song "Go Light Your World" was playing. One night each week the boys would walk over to the girls cabins (after they are in bed) and sing to them and vice versa the next night. There were numerous other activities of this nature throughout the week but to save some length of this quite lengthy review, I will omit them. Important notes: you are not allowed to bring any form of electronics with you to camp. This includes: mp3 players, iPods, all cellular/satellite phones (everything with an on/off switch). I am note sure but you may be able to bring a camera; not too sure about that though. Do not worry, if it becomes necessary, the staff will call your parents or legal guardians if something important arises; they just want you to just basically escape the outside world and all of its distractions (texting, calling, etc.) and enjoy your time with the friendly kids and staff around you. One of the annoying things I experienced at this camp (a very small one) was when it was time to take showers at night. There was always a big line and about 10 seconds after you enter the shower, staff says to hurry up and get done; they have you start rubbing in your shampoo in your dry hair even before you get into the shower. The temperature of the shower was a little bit on the cool side. I do not know what the cabins look like today but back then, they were rustic bunkhouses (bathroom was in a separate facility and not a part of the bunkhouse). There was no air conditioning so bring your own personal fan (preferably a clip-on fan). I personally used a standard big box fan but if you do not want that much air, a smaller one will work. All in all, an excellent camp. The first year I went for just one week. The second year, I went for one week then I spent a week with my grandparents just up the hill in Hot Springs Village and then another week at Brookhill and I did this for the third year as well. If you are worried about being homesick especially if this is your first experience away from home and your parents/legal guardians do not worry, the staff will make your time super enjoyable and by the end of the week, you may not want to go back home yet. I almost forgot to mention, they also had a miniature gold course for you to play during your off time. Again, some or all of the things I have mentioned here could have changed as it has literally been a decade since I have camped here. Any doubts, just sign up; you will be very glad you did.

Ferncliff Camp and Conference Center was the site of an eight-day work-related conference, and my…read moregroup of 34 had the privilege of breaking in a new main building. The food was very good (always a vegetarian option). The meeting rooms likewise were very good, though a little "live," like the acoustics need a little more baffling. The rooms were motel-style, each freshly renovated, with a window view of the lake. Mine was clean and comfortable. I also enjoyed the walking trails around the camp. Thanks, Ferncliff, for a good week.

Ferncliff is a beautiful spot in Central Arkansas with its own lake & gorgeous surroundings! The…read moreamenities are top-notch! If your group is looking for the perfect place to meet, you can't go wrong here. Enjoy!

Facility was clean and ran efficiently. The cost to use the batting cages and pitching machines was…read morevery reasonable and the equipment was nice and up to date and worked correctly. Just a tip: bring your own bats. They also had some you could But as well as T-shirt's, helmets, and gloves! Cute little merch store inside!

Clean facility, great coaches and batting cages are never too full at the times we attend. The…read morelessons are helpful and have allowed my son to gain more insight on batting and fielding. Wish there was a D-Bat in Conway but we don't mind driving to Little Rock for the time being.

Life or Death In May…read more2017, my nonverbal, 1 year old (almost 2) son began attending The Children's Center on Huron. In August 2017, I removed him from the program over a month after a nearly life threatening incident. On a Friday in July 2017, just before his 2nd birthday, I took my son to the Children's Center around 7 am. I didn't have to work that day, so I rested and waited for him to return home. My mother picked him up (part of the usual routine). Upon entering my home, my mother stated that the staff reported that my son was "laying around all day and would not eat or drink anything." Hearing those words, I knew instantly that he was experiencing symptoms of asthma. Before I could offer him his inhaler, he vomited and began wheezing heavily. After several failed attempts with the inhaler he was rushed to the ER at AR Children's Hospital. There he received 4 consecutive breathing treatments and a steroid shot to open his airway. We ultimately ended up being admitted for overnight observation. I say all of this to say that I can not even imagine what my son went through that entire day. Being lethargic and refusal to eat or drink are some to the worst symptoms of asthma. Not once did I receive a phone call from any of the staff concerning my son's physical state. I also checked the medicine logs, and not once was my son administered his inhaler (which is kept in the nurses office) on that day. I cried over and over and thanked God that my son did not collapse and is still here today. My reaction could have easily been the difference between life or death. However, an ER visit and hospital stay could have been prevented had someone acted sooner. No he could not speak and tell the staff that he could not breathe, but he had all the symptoms that something was not right and no one took action. My son no longer attends The Children's Center on Huron mainly due to the cost. But this incident still haunts me till this day. I am not trying to bashed the Children's Center on Huron...rather I want to WARN any parent that may be reading this. If your child has a preexisting medical condition such as asthma PLEASE ONLY SEND THEM TO A CHILD CARE PROVIDER THAT YOU TRUST....I won't tell you not to send them here, that is your choice. But if you choose to do so, BE CAREFUL. My one year old did not deserve to suffer as he did that day. NO CHILD DESERVES TO SUFFER AS HE DID THAT DAY. I pray over every child that attends this facility. Medical neglect. The caregiver fails to attend to the child's medical or dental needs when there are resources available. - www.childwelfare.gov

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My daughter has been a part of Bright Ideas since around August of 2015. She started off at the…read moreBryant location and then we moved to Sherwood in October of 2015. I was worried about the transition especially because she doesn't seem to do well with change and also because she had loved the Bryant Bright Ideas so much that I didnt think another daycare could top it. I was very surprised! She adjusted immediately and loves going to school here! She is 3 years old, has great teachers and all the other staff members are so nice and welcoming as well. Even the lady that runs this location is as nice as she can be. She always says "hi" and "bye", "have a great day." My daughter is always coming home telling me what she has learned that day and how much fun she had. I always feel like my daughter is being well taken care of, being treated right, learning, and is safe. Which is so important with childcare. If my daughter is ever sick and running fever, they call me right away and I'm able to run and get her. I've had a previous encounter with a daycare that wouldn't tell me when she was sick, so this is something very important to me. I also know that someone can't just come in the school and check her out. They use a thumbprint system and if you send someone else to get your child, you have to write a note with your DL beside it, take a picture of it, and email it to the school. I love the extra steps that help ensure my childs safety!

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We had originally hoped to go horseback riding but were told that was no longer available. Instead,…read morewe decided to rent e-bikes. Calling what followed an "adventure" is an understatement. The terrain was extremely rough, rocky, and covered with loose gravel--something we were not adequately prepared for. Unfortunately, both of us wiped out and ended up with injuries. The area is beautiful and seeing the various livestock was fun, but equipping guests with more information about the trails would have been extremely helpful. I would not recommend for novice riders or small children!

Four women,ages 67 to 78 went zip lining! What an awesome experience! Our guides were extremely…read moreaccommodating. Olivia let us climb the 200 steps at our own pace. She informed of everything we needed to know. There were no surprises. This was well worth the expense. We did not do the Pony Express package because of the lack of time. We chose just the $50 dollar package. We felt very safe at all times. Loved it! Loved it! Thank you guides!

Good fun, good people and a good time was had by all!! Weather was not being helpful but we didn't…read morestop and was rewarded with great views!!

My husband and 8-year old daughter did a one hour trail ride and enjoyed the scenery very much. I…read morestayed at the ranch with my 5 year old who rode a horse around near the barn. We also got to walk and pet friendly miniature horses. Marsha was a very nice host and I enjoyed her conversation very much.

My daughter has been taking lessons from Jill the last couple months and I am thoroughly impressed…read more She went in knowing nothing, and in just a couple months has gained so much knowledge about caring for and riding horses. I could not be more impressed with the skills and teaching Jill provides and I would highly recommend BHRA to anyone!

This summer camp is the highlight of the year for my daughters. The staff is amazing and the…read moreactivities are fun. Each year my daughters experience a week of fun set in one of the most beautiful locations you can imagine! From horseback riding to skiing on the lake, the activities are endless and the friendships they make are continued all year long.