CHILD - HORSE - LEADER

The unique aspect of our program is that it is free of charge for everyone.  Time spent with our horses can offer individuals opportunities for healing, personal growth and more. 

OUR BELIEF

We believe our program can promote independence, confidence and resilience through the power of a relationship with a horse. By creating space for healthy relationships between horse and human, and working with others on common goals, we help kids learn life skills in a safe, inclusive farm environment.
Through horses, humans can heal, develop and learn new skills that are uniquely provided by equine guides. And sometimes, positive changes can come from simply being in the presence of a horse’s unconditional acceptance and innate sensitivity.

Our program can help:

• Improve emotional and physical strength

• Heal from post-traumatic stress disorder

• Manage special needs

• Gain confidence and assertiveness

• Improve communication and relationship skills

• Become better leaders

• Build effective and more collaborative teams

• Become more self-aware
  
  

THE PROGRAM

Our program will pair one child, one horse and one leader for each session. The sessions will consist of spending 90 minutes taking care of and working/riding a horse while also helping with a farm chore. If a child is not experienced with horseback riding, we will not hurry the process of getting a child up onto a horse simply because they want to ride. We believe so much can be learned and experienced on the ground through knowledge, communication and bonding with a horse. 
Children will be assessed upon their initial visit, and a program will be designed specific to their needs and abilities. 

GROUP VISITS

We welcome group visits that focus on acts of community service and/or learning more about our program.  Partnerships with local groups are supported on a case by case basis. We are here for the community and want to try to accommodate everyone who is interested our farm. 

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE FARM VISIT

RELEASE FORM MUST BE COMPLETED

All first time visitors must complete a liability release form and bring it to the farm upon their visit. Click the buttons below to access the release form and for more information about the Equine Activities Liability Act.

GENERAL FARM INFO.

• Visits are scheduled on one by one basis and scheduled through our office. Please email (click here) or message us on FB or instagram to schedule your appointment.

• The Farm operates 365 days a year, as we support the animals that live here. Volunteers work year round regardless of weather.

• Working with horses and on a farm can be dirty. Please dress yourself and children accordingly.

• Healed boots or shoes are preferred for actual riding activities.

• All riders will be required to wear a helmet. We have plenty of Equine sport helmets onsite for use but it is ok to bring your own if desired.

• We ask that all participants coming to the farm have a desire to be here. We welcome anyone and everyone who wants to visit and/or participate.

• We have a plethora of hay, horses and cats on our farm. If you have an allergy to any of them please manage your (or your child’s) condition accordingly.

• The property is also home to our founder and her family. All MGF farm activities are segregated from home area. Also, please respect it is someones home and don’t not wander on private home areas.

** Before your visit please be sure to read and sign the release form and Liability information.