Equine Mini-Workshop for Youth
Ages 8-13 Years Old
Overview:
Horses are highly social animals that rely on clear communication and strong relationships within their herd to ensure their safety, well-being, and happiness. Let’s explore what we can learn from the herd during a morning of play and connected relationships with horses and humans! This is an unmounted workshop, and no prior experience with horses is necessary.
This class is designed for 8 kids ages eight to thirteen years old. Come to Hendo Care Farm in Fruitland, NC and be prepared to spend time outside from 9:00AM to 12:00PM. Investment is $55.
Why Horses as Teachers?
🎯Goal Setting: Horses are excellent at reading our energy and intention, and they won’t know what we want from them until we are clear with ourselves about our own goals. We will work together to set clear, achievable group and individual goals.
🤝Teamwork: Horses are herd animals, and they understand the importance of working together in community. Participate in team-based activities that will enhance your child’s ability to collaborate effectively with others.
🗣Verbal and Nonverbal Communication: Horses communicate through body language and give immediate, honest feedback. Learn to understand their signals and improve your own communication skills, both verbal and nonverbal.
🐴Basic Horsemanship: Gain a deeper understanding of horses, their behavior, and how to care for them. This knowledge will help foster respect and compassion for all living creatures.
Horses are highly social animals that rely on clear communication and strong relationships within their herd to ensure their safety, well-being, and happiness. Let’s explore what we can learn from the herd during a morning of play and connected relationships with horses and humans! This is an unmounted workshop, and no prior experience with horses is necessary.
This class is designed for 8 kids ages eight to thirteen years old. Come to Hendo Care Farm in Fruitland, NC and be prepared to spend time outside from 9:00AM to 12:00PM. Investment is $55.
Why Horses as Teachers?
🎯Goal Setting: Horses are excellent at reading our energy and intention, and they won’t know what we want from them until we are clear with ourselves about our own goals. We will work together to set clear, achievable group and individual goals.
🤝Teamwork: Horses are herd animals, and they understand the importance of working together in community. Participate in team-based activities that will enhance your child’s ability to collaborate effectively with others.
🗣Verbal and Nonverbal Communication: Horses communicate through body language and give immediate, honest feedback. Learn to understand their signals and improve your own communication skills, both verbal and nonverbal.
🐴Basic Horsemanship: Gain a deeper understanding of horses, their behavior, and how to care for them. This knowledge will help foster respect and compassion for all living creatures.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What area of Hendersonville is Hendo Care Farm (HCF) located in?HCF is located specifically in the township of Fruitland. Address will be shared after payment is received. If you search for Justus Orchards on Google Map, we are very close by (within a half of a mile).
What if I need to cancel or it’s bad weather?All events, workshops and programs will be help in rain or shine. We can make accommodations when there is lite rain. Cancellations and no-shows are non-refundable. There will be no make-up classes in the event of a participant’s absence. However, we can reschedule, cancel, and/or refund due to any unsafe weather-related issues . Please note the rain date of May 25th! HCF will try their best to contact you in advance if they need to cancel.
What should my youth wear and bring?We recommend wearing appropriate layers incase the weather changes. It is also important to wear close-toed shoes to prevent injury if a horse accidentally steps on your toes. It’s perfectly ok for your child to bring a backpack with all the belongings they may need such as a water bottle, sunglasses, hat, and rain jacket.
Should we arrive early?Please plan to arrive a minimum of 10-15 minutes early to park, sign your waiver and listen to safety tips . Please keep any belongings in your car that you don’t want to get dirty, damaged, or lost. If you bring a bag, you will be required to leave it outside of the horse pastures and round pen.
Are there any “Farm Rules” that we should know in advance?Yes, for the safety and security of our farm and our animals, we must enforce the following rules on the farm: No smoking, vaping, tobacco products, drugs or CBD. No outside pets allowed. Leaving them in the car is prohibited in high temperatures. No more than 2 guardians allowed to spectate. All children must stay with an adult. No outside treats for the animals. No going to other areas of the farm without permission. No personal belongings inside the pastures and round pen. No littering. Everyone is required to sign a Liability Waiver before beginning.
Is your farm a safe place and all-inclusive to all people?All employees at Hendo Care Farm strive to be all-inclusive and welcomes all guests. Together we celebrate diversity and strive to create a safe space that is more inclusive and less oppressive to all of people’s many identities including race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious beliefs, family structure, ability, and more. All are welcome here!
Do you provide sliding scales or scholarships?If you know your child could really benefit from this workshop, but the rate is an issue then go to the "Scholarship Application" tab to fill out the application and see if your child can qualify for a scholarship or a sliding scale option. If you would like to sponsor a child, college student or donate, please feel free to do so on our Donation tab". Proceeds help support youth in need of financial support to participate in all the wellness opportunities at Hendo Care Farm and it supports our animals too!
What if I need to cancel or it’s bad weather?All events, workshops and programs will be help in rain or shine. We can make accommodations when there is lite rain. Cancellations and no-shows are non-refundable. There will be no make-up classes in the event of a participant’s absence. However, we can reschedule, cancel, and/or refund due to any unsafe weather-related issues . Please note the rain date of May 25th! HCF will try their best to contact you in advance if they need to cancel.
What should my youth wear and bring?We recommend wearing appropriate layers incase the weather changes. It is also important to wear close-toed shoes to prevent injury if a horse accidentally steps on your toes. It’s perfectly ok for your child to bring a backpack with all the belongings they may need such as a water bottle, sunglasses, hat, and rain jacket.
Should we arrive early?Please plan to arrive a minimum of 10-15 minutes early to park, sign your waiver and listen to safety tips . Please keep any belongings in your car that you don’t want to get dirty, damaged, or lost. If you bring a bag, you will be required to leave it outside of the horse pastures and round pen.
Are there any “Farm Rules” that we should know in advance?Yes, for the safety and security of our farm and our animals, we must enforce the following rules on the farm: No smoking, vaping, tobacco products, drugs or CBD. No outside pets allowed. Leaving them in the car is prohibited in high temperatures. No more than 2 guardians allowed to spectate. All children must stay with an adult. No outside treats for the animals. No going to other areas of the farm without permission. No personal belongings inside the pastures and round pen. No littering. Everyone is required to sign a Liability Waiver before beginning.
Is your farm a safe place and all-inclusive to all people?All employees at Hendo Care Farm strive to be all-inclusive and welcomes all guests. Together we celebrate diversity and strive to create a safe space that is more inclusive and less oppressive to all of people’s many identities including race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious beliefs, family structure, ability, and more. All are welcome here!
Do you provide sliding scales or scholarships?If you know your child could really benefit from this workshop, but the rate is an issue then go to the "Scholarship Application" tab to fill out the application and see if your child can qualify for a scholarship or a sliding scale option. If you would like to sponsor a child, college student or donate, please feel free to do so on our Donation tab". Proceeds help support youth in need of financial support to participate in all the wellness opportunities at Hendo Care Farm and it supports our animals too!