Volunteer Impact | Postcards from the Ponies by Carmen Miller
During the pandemic, Carmen began to think about what she could do from her home to help the riders stay connected to the horses they love.
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In the Spotlight | Max
Today, we are honored to put the spotlight on one of our riders, Max! Read more to find out what his family had to say about his experience at the farm.
Build-A-Horse
Let's get creative! First, we will learn about colors and markings on horses. Then, we will use our new knowledge and our creative minds to build our very own horse! All we have to do is download the file above to get started!
Madison Fields | Horse Breeds Activity
In this horse breeds activity, we introduce you to each of our horses by name and breed and give some insight into what makes them so unique.
Madison Fields | 30-Day Horse Trial
At Madison Fields, when a new horse is brought into the herd they don't go straight into working with riders. There is what we like to consider a trial period, where we dedicate 30 days to allow the horse to fully transition into their new role as a Therapeutic Riding (TR) horse and become comfortable with their new home.
In the Spotlight | Alexander
Alexander is a young adult living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). In June of 2017, at the age of 21, he graduated from The Community School of Maryland in Brookville. Alexander and his family found it took some time to get ahold of vital services after graduation.
Therapeutic Riding | Behind the Scenes
Madison Fields’ Therapeutic Riding (TR) is run by three amazingly talented women: Jessica Simpson, Programs Manager; Maggie Jackson, Head Therapeutic Riding Instructor; and Taylor Polito, Equestrian Assistant.
Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructors
A BIG congratulations to Madison Fields’ PATH International Instructor Training Candidates: Taylor Polito and Aureanna Hakenson! Both Taylor and Aure recently completed the required PATH Intl. Registered Instructor Workshop and passed their teaching and riding evaluations!
Employee in the Spotlight | Adam Jones
Adam Jones has been riding and working with horses for 12 years. As a graduate of Meredith Manor International Equestrian College,