 Who would that nine-year-old be if she never came to the Big Oak Ranch? I would be trying to fight for survival instead of fighting to break a cycle. Big Oak Ranch, a Christian home for children needing a chance. Guntersville is investing $20 million to renovate and improve its parks and recreational facilities. Recent upgrades include Phase 2 of the Guntersville Rec Center, which features a splash pad and two new ball fields.