Monthly Archives: August 2011

How to get kids to do what you want…

I heard this quote this morning, attributed to Harry Truman, “How do you get kid’s to do what you want? Find out what they want to do and ask them to do that.” It’s important as parents that we know … Continue reading

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Simple statement about the benefits of Equine Therapy

This is a pretty simple piece about the possible benefits of Equine Therapy in a wide variety of circumstances. In our work we deal with social, emotional and behavioral growth and learning.  We work with children as young as 4, … Continue reading

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On the lighter side of ADHD

I can actually really relate to this article about some of the wacky ideas the adult ADHD brain come up with! I am sharing this just to share a laugh, so enjoy!

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One of the many benefits of Equine Activities…

In this article, they talk about new research into how “Positive Activities” can help in dealing with depression. I don’t know about you, but I sure think hanging out with horses is a POSITIVE ACTIVITY! In our program, we start … Continue reading

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We are excited to host Comstock Youth Works

On Wednesday, August 3rd, we will be showing teens in the Comstock Youth Works Program around the ranch. We will talk with them about what we do and cover some of the other equine/ranch careers available.  Our wonderful Vet, Dr. … Continue reading

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