- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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12 people are interested
Barn Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Prospect Riding Center
Please visit the new page to apply.
- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
-
12 people are interested
Prospect Riding Center has many year-round volunteer opportunities even if you have no experience with horses. Prospect Riding Center is one of the few places where volunteers have the opportunity to ride.
Barn Volunteers perform the following tasks (this list is not comprehensive):
- Barn Chores - stall cleaning, equipment cleaning, etc.
- Horse Handling - grooming, tacking up horses for riders, untacking at the end of a lesson, etc.
- Arena Help - set up and breakdown for lessons, equipment cleaning, etc.
More opportunities with Prospect Riding Center
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Prospect Riding Center
Location:
PO BOX 424, 34250 SR 70 East, Myakka City, FL 34251, US
Mission Statement
We are dedicated to providing equine-based therapeutic activities and recreational riding in a safe and supportive environment. We value diversity and recognize that all of our clients, regardless of their abilities, are deserving of respect. We strive to teach persistence, patience, and courage through natural interactions with horses. We are proud of the positive impact our organization has on the lives of our clients, our volunteer team, and our community. Not only a difference for a day but for a lifetime.
Description
Prospect Riding Center provides therapeutic and recreational horseback riding and activities. Individuals with special needs benefit from our therapeutic riding which offers a holistic approach by welcoming the rider's family and caregivers to participate. Our recreational riding is available to everyone in the community and helps to financially support our therapy programs.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
34250 SR 70 EastMyakka City, FL 34251
DATE POSTED
August 15, 2023
SKILLS
- Animal Care / Handling
- Animal Therapy
- Critical Thinking
- Organization
- Equestrian
- Special Needs
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 12
- Orientation or Training
- Our volunteer schedules are flexible depending on the volunteers availability.