Days End Farm Horse Rescue: Legacy Summer Camp
Days End Farm Horse Rescue 1372 Woodbine Road, Maryland, United StatesThis summer's Legacy Camp at Days End Farm Horse Rescue is sure to be a fun, inspirational & educational experience for horse lovers! Youth ages 7-17 are invited to participate with us Monday through Friday, from 9:30am-3:30pm, between the dates of June 17th and August 9th. Our camp offers two programs; Junior Legacy (ages 7-11) and Youth Legacy (ages 12-17). Both programs serve as a way to jump start (or reinforce) your child's love of horses and volunteer experience at Days End Farm Horse Rescue (DEFHR)! Each day, participants will groom our horses and learn about a variety of topics relating to horse care and handling, delivered through classroom instruction and reinforced through hands-on learning activities. Each day will also feature a different special activity, including under saddle games, water day, creek walk, tie-dye shirts and game day. Fees: Junior Legacy Camp = $295/week Youth Legacy Camp = $225/week Dates: Junior Legacy (ages 7-11) June 17-21 July 8-12 July 22-26 August 5-9 Youth Legacy (ages 12-17): June 24-28 July 15-19 July 29-August 2 * Each week is limited to 30 participants. Early registration is encouraged. ** Financial aid is available. Email operations@defhr.org for an application. *** Registrations are non-refundable if canceled within 2 weeks prior to that session's start date. Cancellations made before 2 weeks prior to the session start date are eligible for a 50% refund.
Horsemanship Lessons with DEFHR Trainers, Sara Strauss & Leigha Schrader
Days End Farm Horse Rescue 1372 Woodbine Road, Maryland, United StatesRegistration includes a 1-hour semi-private lesson with one of DEFHR's trainers; Pairings and instructor are to be decided based on experience and personal goal setting. All levels and abilities welcome! DEFHR horses are available for borrow (groundwork lesson only) OR trailer in your equine partner (groundwork and/or riding lesson). Lesson time slots will be determined after registration via email. Come for just your time slot, or come for the whole day and audit with your fellow clinic participants! About our Trainers: Sara Strauss has been DEFHR's Head Trainer for over 15 years, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience in everything horses. She is known for her quiet communication and has worked in a variety of disciplines, from dressage to western riding. Sara is passionate about educating the adult horse person on ways to better communicate with horses, whether it is on the ground or under saddle. Her focus is on biomechanics and body position, both in and out of the saddle. Wherever you are on your horsemanship journey, Sara is ready to meet you where you are at. Leigha Schrader's passion for DEFHR and the rescue horse shines through in everything she does. Leigha's training methods focus on finding balance in all areas of horsemanship. She incorporates positive reinforcement, clicker training, and liberty/trick training into her programs. Leigha is passionate about starting horses ethically from the ground up and showcasing how amazing rescue horses can be through her liberty performance work. Under saddle, Leigha has found success on the local and rated Hunter/Jumper circuits. She enjoys teaching compassionate horsemanship, both in and out of the saddle! FEE: $75/person
Central Kentucky Riding for Hope: NIGHT OF THE STARS
Fasig-Tipton Kentucky Lexington, KY, United StatesCentral Kentucky Riding for Hope will hold its annual gala fundraiser, NIGHT OF THE STARS, for the 21st time on June 22, 2024. Guests at this exciting event will enjoy cocktails and dinner, browse hundreds of silent and live auction items, and meet CKRH’s most charming participants. NIGHT OF THE STARS supports CKRH, a 42-year-old program at the Kentucky Horse Park that provides equine-assisted therapies and activities to a wide variety of Central Kentucky residents, including children, high school students, and military veterans. NIGHT OF THE STARS begins at 6 p.m. Individual tickets are $150. A variety of sponsorships are available. For more information, please contact Isabella Norrid at (859) 231-7066 or develop@ckrh.org. CKRH Website Link: https://www.ckrh.org/night-of-the-stars/
Win Place Home: Fourth Annual Cabaret
Win Place Home 16257 Lost Canyon Road, Canyon Country, CA, United StatesAn evening of song, laughter, and fun. We are hosting our Fourth Annual Cabaret at our ranch among the horses that we are fundraising for. All proceeds will be used to retrain former racehorses in a new discipline and find them permanent homes where they can prosper. Hosted by the incomparable Elisabeth Hower. Aside from her incredible work with the Win Place Home horses, Elisabeth is also a trained actor and clown! Featuring: Talent announced soon!* with an EPIC lip sync battle *performers subject to change Prizes! Prizes! Your ticket automatically enters you into a raffle where you might take home some super secret one of a kind surprises! Doors open at 5:30pm, come early to park, check in, pet horses, grab some good food and drink, and find your table. We will be outside on the ranch, make sure to wear some good shoes for the dirt and bring your sunscreen. There are 7 seats per table so invite your friends! THANK YOU! We’re so excited to see you and celebrate these beautiful creatures.
Hidden Pond Farm Equine Rescue Camp Desperado
Hidden Pond Farm Equine Rescue 250 South Rd., Brentwood, NH, United StatesGet ready for Camp Desperado 2024! Campers ages 8-18 learn about horse care and handling, riding, horse rescue, farm chores, and gardening. Registration opens in April!
ACTT Naturally: Hearts in Harmony- A Day for Women
Heartland 4011 State Route 40, Argyle, NY, United StatesHave you suffered a loss? Are you experiencing heartache? Is your self-confidence waning? Come and spend a day with the horses of ACTT Naturally. They will open your heart, show you how to find peace and help you heal. This is a day-long event with lunch provided. There is no cost except for a $25 refundable
ACTT Naturally: Hearts in Harmony- A Day of Healing for Veterans and First Responders
Heartland 4011 State Route 40, Argyle, NY, United StatesHave you suffered a loss? Are you experiencing heartache? Is your self-confidence waning? Come and spend a day with the horses of ACTT Naturally. They will open your heart, show you how to find peace and help you heal. This is a day-long event with lunch provided. There is no cost except for a $25 refundable
Lucky Orphans: National Love a Horse Day
Join us on July 13th from 1-4pm for our annual Love a Horse Hug a Horse event! Let's celebrate National I Love Horses Day! Every July, we get the opportunity to celebrate an animal that is strong, beautiful, and has had a significant role in history. With over 350 breeds of ponies and horses in the world today, these animals have given humans so many reasons to love them. Join us in celebrating our love of horses at Lucky Orphans on July 13th! Meet the minis and draft horses, spend some time with a retired racehorse. Our mission is People Helping Horses Heal People, and we invite you to learn how our 49 rescued horses work with people to educate, support and heal our community. Come learn about Lucky Orphans while supporting local vendors and making memories. Lucky Orphans is the highest accredited and licensed farm in Dutchess County, offering the highest level of equine assisted therapy and development programs. Join us and learn about what makes us so special. Enjoy a day on the farm with your family and friends! $5 donation per car load to enjoy the day!