Gray Wolf Ranch

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“As a mental health and chemical dependency professional, I have been referring clients to Gray Wolf Ranch for over 20 years. Gray Wolf Ranch has a strong core clinical staff—and provides a close-knit community where teens and young men learn life skills as they work, volunteer, participate in therapy and attend meetings. From its beautiful wilderness setting to the charm of Port Townsend’s waterfront community, this facility is truly unique. The environment plays a significant role in the healing process, and the treks and kayaking journeys help young men access emotions and process feelings in profound new ways. I think so highly of Gray Wolf that I have recommended the facility to a member of my own family. I have seen participating clients and families receive the tools needed to face life’s challenges and build a solid foundation for sobriety and personal growth.” Andrea St. Clair, MA, CDP, CC

When i was 14, i started smoking weed a few times a week to manage my social anxiety. This quickly became a daily routine, and a few years later I was caught in a cycle of smoking crack, shooting heroin, and getting arrested. Each time i switched schools or changed jobs, I'd convince myself that i could manage my drug use and become a "controlled partier", but using drugs became my entire existence. When i finally made the decision to get clean, I went through an extended care rehab program at Gray Wolf Ranch. Gray Wolf was unbelievably welcoming. The entire staff was great, and the treks were amazing. One of the biggest differences with Gray Wolf is that it's a loving environment where residents feel like human beings rather than problems that need fixing. Because of my time there, I am healthy. I have restored relationships, and I'm a recovery professional, providing recovery coaching services and helping others find their way out of chemical dependency. Gray Wolf was the first place that allowed me to seek out the potential I was always told I had, and this has allowed me to now help others realize their own potential.

“We were at the end of the road. It had been six months of multiple programs, zero success and lots of anger. During Dan’s senior year of college, his world came crashing down. It was devastating. The world stopped for our whole family. After several failed 28-day programs, coming home was not an option. Everyone was too traumatized. A therapist asked if I’d ever considered a wilderness recovery program. I was exhausted and didn’t think anyone would take Danny, but I reached out anyway. Rick was my angel from God. He said, ‘I know Dan’s story. I am going to get in touch with him.’ Somehow, Rick convinced my son to go to Gray Wolf Ranch. It wasn’t all roses, but they loved him, lovingly let him fall—and took him back. They were very patient with him. He really respected the team, especially since most of them are in recovery, themselves. It’s warm, homey and non-corporate, and the woods provide a beautiful setting. They treated Danny from a holistic point of view that included healthy eating, communication skills and family relationships. I am so thankful the team at Gray Wolf Ranch didn’t give up on Dan. He is almost 150 days sober and is feeling very strong. He is changed. He likes life right now. He appreciates the little things he took for granted before. He’s gotten a job, worked on relationships at home— and I see my son back. I see this sweet, kind boy that I hadn’t seen in so long—and Gray Wolf Ranch is still holding my hand. It’s a truly amazing place.” Tera M

Gray Wolf was where I began my journey of sobriety in 1998 at the age of 21. I am now 40 and 19 years sober. God used Gray Wolf to turn my life 180 degrees. Simply Gray Wolf saved my life.

This place saved my life in 2004 and taught me how to live sober one day at a time. Still owe it all to this amazing crew.