Monthly Archives: June 2011

We still have space in our Horses 1 On 1 Summer Camp and Our Unbridled Language Workshop!

Posted on June 18, 2011 by Laurie

We have several great events starting in July.

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Equine Assisted Therapy is a great intervention for those dealing with eating disorders

Posted on June 16, 2011 by Laurie

This is a very insightful article about some of the new research on eating disorders and offers some personal insights as well. We are proud of our partnership with Center for Hope of the Sierras, a comprehensive eating disorder program. … Continue reading →

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We work with kids on the spectrum

Posted on June 15, 2011 by Laurie

This is an interesting article about the benefits of equine therapy for kids on the spectrum. Our work with these kids is so rewarding! And we can work on so many different areas of development – from improving communication to … Continue reading →

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Parents, you need to take action if your children are being bullied!

Posted on June 15, 2011 by Laurie

I am proud of our Governor for signing a bill outlining the actions that must be taken to protect our children from bullies. This article provides some of the details. NOW PARENTS, EDUCATORS AND CARE GIVERS, the ball is in … Continue reading →

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Equine activities for team building

Posted on June 14, 2011 by Laurie

This article talks about a variety of activities that can be effective in corporate team building.  They mention horseback riding, but our program offers so much more! Equine activities are designed to challenge the way things are viewed, encourage creativity, … Continue reading →

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Nothing to do with horses…

Posted on June 13, 2011 by Laurie

Saw this on the news this morning and thought it was just too cool not to share! Sesame Street has teamed up with a financial institution to help teach children about money. Here is the website that will get you … Continue reading →

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Girls with ADHD

Posted on June 13, 2011 by Laurie

I found this article very interesting. I wonder if it has something to do with our expectations for girls? Perhaps “hyperactive” boys are more accepted? Whatever the reasons, we need to provide other options for our girls dealing with ADHD. … Continue reading →

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Vets with PTSD and Mustangs

Posted on June 12, 2011 by Laurie

This program teams up Vets PTSD and rescued mustangs to help both heal. Both have been traumatized and need to find a way back to a rich and full life. There work together can be so powerful. We encourage anyone … Continue reading →

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Great article about Equine Therapy!

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Laurie

This was a really nice article about equine therapy. In our program we work with children as young as 4, teens, adults and even seniors. Our sessions are all client driven – individual goals are set for each client and … Continue reading →

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Upcoming Event! N.E.A.T & Greet at Waldon’s Coffee House

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Laurie

As a way to introduce our program and to let people know about our upcoming summer camp we will be taking a couple of our horses over to Walden’s Coffee House next Tuesday (6/14) at 6pm. We would love to … Continue reading →

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