Volunteer

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Leader

Takes responsibility for the horse at all times during a lesson to ensure the safety of the rider as well as the side walkers. Clean, tack and untack the horse for each lesson. Must be comfortable working very close to a horse.
Mandatory Volunteer Training offered through Shady Hollow Assisted Riding is required for this position.

Side walkers

Takes responsibility for the safety of the rider. Clean, tack and untack the horse for each lesson. Must feel comfortable working closely with the horse and the rider. Two side walkers are recommended for the majority of our clients.
Mandatory Volunteer Training offered through Shady Hollow Assisted Riding is required for this position.

Therapy Professionals

We are currently looking for professionals with Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy skills. This position is on a "As Needed Basis". When we receive a new client, we may require valuable input from the Therapist.

Community Service Hours

Volunteering with our program can count towards graduation requirements for high schools, colleges, church and Scout organizations.

Thoughts and Poems from our Volunteers

Volunteering At Shady Hollow
Smiles, sharing , laughter, caring
Horsey smells and heat spells
Groom and tack someone on back
Sidewalk, lead, do what's in need
Basketball, stand tall, heels down, turn around
Clipity-clop too soon to stop
Learning, growing ,sharing, knowing
New friendships sure to follow, volunteer at Shady Hollow

By: Joanne G.

Volunteering at Shady Hollow

Volunteering at Shady Hollow has helped me become more in touch with the outdoors. I used to hate going outside. I'm that kind of person who stays inside and watches television and reads books. At first, I didn't think I'd like volunteering. I thought, "Oh great, a farm... just where I want to work." (Sarcastically, of course). But I went there, and I was surprised. It was very different than how I had pictured it. Helping with horses gave me something fun to do on the weekends other than lounge about watching TV. And I also enjoy helping the people. It makes me feel as if I really am doing something special, and just how happy they are makes me smile. I'm glad I can work at a place like Shady Hollow, and I hope I can work there for a while to come.