Horses, Inc

We are very excited and proud to announce that H.O.R.S.E.S., Inc. Therapeutic Riding Center will be hosting the 2012 PATH, Intl. Region 4 Conference.

What is PATH Intl.?

PATH Intl. was founded in 1969 as the North American Riding for the Handicapped Association (NARHA) to promote safe and effective therapeutic horseback riding throughout the United States and Canada. Today, PATH Intl. has nearly 800 member centers and over 6,300 individual members in countries all over the world, who help and support more than 42,000 men, women and children with special needs each year through a variety of equine-assisted activity and therapy programs.

H.O.R.S.E.S., Inc. is a PATH, Intl. Center and is located within Region 4 geographical area which includes Kentucky, Indiana, Michigan, and Ontario.

What does this mean for us?

This gives us the chance to host surrounding states and show them that Kentucky isn’t just Lexington! It gives us a chance to show off our beautiful area, our hospitality and southern charm. As 200+ PATH, Intl. members come together in our community to expand their knowledge about therapeutic riding, increase understanding of different special needs and enjoy the company of fellow PATH, Intl. members they also have the opportunity to browse and shop local businesses as well as become acquainted with H.O.R.S.E.S., Inc. 

So stay tuned for more details about this exciting adventure as we continue to make plans for Spring 2012!

When Kathy Wallace (one of our volunteers at Cassidy Arena) asked her husband, Jesse, what he would like for Father’s Day she didn’t expect the response she got. He said, “I want you to take the money you were going to spend on me, go to Tractor Supply and buy the biggest fan they have and take it down to H.O.R.S.E.S., Inc. and give it to those kids.” What a hero and the epitome of a Dad! Thank you SO much Jesse & Kathy for the donation! The riders, volunteers and horses appreciate your thoughtfulness and generosity. You sure made our sessions more comfortable! In addition, Kathy planted flowers in our pots at the barn to make our space a little prettier. Thank you guys so much!

Come have fun with us while helping those with special needs. We have volunteer opportunities available assisting with classes Monday through Thursday afternoons. You just have to be at least 14 years old, able to walk for an hour and willing to smile! Oh, and the best part of all…you get to help someone else! It’s a great feeling so come join us to experience that firsthand.

If assisting with classes isn’t your interest, we have many other volunteer opportunities available. You may like to help with one of our fundraisers. We have a 5K, Bar-B-Que on the River, Holiday Bazaar/Expo and Boots and Bridles Competition. Maybe you’d rather help care for the horses at Cassidy Arena in Paducah or help out with light office or computer work. It takes a lot of hands to keep this program operating and we appreciate any help!

Hey ya’ll! Seeing as how around here we are more adapted to hauling hay than working on computers, we are a little outdated on our website. Please bear with us while we do some maintaining and updating. Thanks for your patience and stay tuned!!!