Mothers of Children with Special Needs: Family Event at Lovelane Special Needs Horseback Riding

This special family event is geared for children ages 3-7. Our group will be facilitated by Kristin Chisum, a speech-language pathologist who specializes in social cognition and has been a therapeutic riding instructor at Lovelane for over 20 years. Families will begin with a walk through the barn where they will meet and interact with some of Lovelane's horses and ponies. Next, they will engage in a few play-based activities which will include whole-group and small-group time, and opportunities for both stillness and movement. Finally, families will have time at the end for a nut-free snack and drink and to interact with one another and the Lovelane staff and volunteers.

Please dress for the weather, including closed-toed shoes. To keep the horses comfortable and yourself safe, Lovelane encourages walking feet and a quiet voice when in the barn. Some of the horses like their space, so please ask before greeting a horse that is not part of our group for the day. Children will have the opportunity to feed treats to some the horses; they will only feed treats using a bucket (no feeding by hand).

Cost is $10 per family. Space is limited. 

Nicole Katz, Mothers of Children with Special Needs Coordinator

This event will happen rain or shine. Please note that we are generally unable to issue refunds for cancellations made less than 7 days prior to the event unless we are able to fill your spot with another member from the waitlist.