NEW: Helping Hands Workshops!
We are excited to introduce the NEW Helping Hands Workshop program for 2026! Each session will cover a different aspect of owning and being around horses led and taught by Marissa Martindale, our Program Coordinator. Marissa brings a lifetime of horse experience to the table and a passion to share her knowledge with others.
These workshops are a great opportunity to learn more about the horse in a hands-on environment! This spring we will be focusing on the broader topics of Basic Horse First Aid, Nutrition, Horse Behavior & Body Language, as well as Basic Horsemanship Skills including Groundwork & Liberty Technics. Participants are encouraged to participate in all 4 sessions, as some of the material overlaps and is applicable in many of the sessions. A package deal has been put together for those who can attend all four workshops. If you cannot attend all of them, sign up for the sessions that interest you or work for your schedule! The goal of this program is to provide a small and welcoming environment for the public to gain confidence and knowledge of horses.
Who: This awesome program is open to anyone (Adults & Youth 12+) with a genuine interest in horses and desire to learn all there is to know about them! Is this you? Well what are you waiting for, Sign up! We can't wait to see you! Spots are limited!
When: 4 Saturdays ~ February 28th, March 14th, March 28th, and April 4th
The series of 4 sessions will be offered every other week, with the exception of the last two sessions that will be back to back Saturdays due to other scheduled events.
Feb. 28th - Basic Horse First Aid
Mar. 14th - Nutrition
Mar. 28th - Horse Behavior/body language
Apr. 4th - Basic Horsemanship Skills (Ground Work & Liberty)
We will begin the day at 9:30am and end around 11:30am.
Cost: $25.00 per workshop session, Package deal: $85 (includes all 4 sessions)
Payment for the program is due in full at time of registration and is nonrefundable. There is a limited amount of spots in this program. Are you currently trained as a Hopeful Heart Volunteer? We do have discounts available for YOU! If this is you, email programs@mvhr.net requesting your discount code or any questions you may have.
