Why do we use horses?

"There's something about the outside of the horse that is good for the inside of a man."

-Winston Churchill

 

Horses are effective partners in finding healing and personal growth as they have no expectations, prejudices or motives. The horse is a social animal and therefore acts as a mirror and metaphor for many common human issues. Horses are able to facilitate self-awareness in a deep and profound way.

 

Working with the horses in our interactive activities provides an effective, interesting, and fun way to achieve personal growth that is intense and rewarding.  It is not a riding program, but instead uses interactions between horses and youth on the ground. The opportunities to engage with horses provides participants an additional way to find comfort and healing from life's hurts.