This week, our ‘Spirit Spotlight’, moves to SRTC’s Curriculum Director, Mary Belanger. Mary is originally from Daytona Beach, Florida – but she and her husband, Dave, have enjoyed being full-time residents of the high country for the past thirty years. As a girl growing up in Florida, Mary loved spending time hopping on her pony, Prince, and playing ‘teacher’ with her brother, sister, and any friend that would play along.
We are excited beyond words by the support we received from the High Country Charitable Foundation at yesterday’s Grant Recipient Awards Presentation. The HCCF is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with a vision to help the Avery County, NC community. Conceived by a small group of residents who recognized the importance of giving back to the Read more about High Country Charitable Foundation Awards Grant to SRTC![…]
This week, our “Spirit Spotlight” shines on Appalachian State University Senior, Meghan Albin. Meghan is from the town of Wake Forest, just north of Raleigh, and like a good ASU student, she clarifies, “The town – not the college.” Meghan will graduate with a Major in Exercise Science and a Minor in Psychology, but her Read more about SPIRIT SPOTLIGHT: Meghan Albin![…]
Let’s meet, Missy Thomas – this week’s focus of our “Spirit Spotlight”. Missy is a native Oregonian and she and her family came to Boone in search of a town high in elevation, low in humidity and close to family (her husband is from East Tennessee). Back in 2001, Missy and her husband (then boyfriend) Read more about SPIRIT SPOTLIGHT: Missy Thomas![…]
Imagine sitting in a room full of people crowded against each other and suddenly all of the lights go off and you are surrounded by terrifying darkness. Within seconds, a booming force of noise assaults your ears and you feel like your head is going to absolutely burst. The darkness is contrasted with bright, fast-moving Read more about Sensory Friendly Movie Night a Hit at Spirit Ride Therapeutic Riding Center![…]
This week’s “Spirit Spotlight” shines on Spirit Ride Therapy Team Member, Amber Sebastian. Amber grew up in the Florida Keys with a love for the outdoors, dance, and horses! That combined with her extensive experience and passion for working with children on the spectrum makes her an invaluable part of the Spirit Ride family. A Read more about SPIRIT SPOTLIGHT: Amber Sebastian![…]
In our first installment of “Spirit Spotlight”, we would like you to meet our student board member, Alyssa Cole. Alyssa comes to us from the Hershey, Pennsylvania area. Her knowledge and experiences in the subject of horsemanship combined with her interest in students with exceptional needs have made her a valuable member of the Spirit Read more about SPIRIT SPOTLIGHT: Alyssa Cole![…]
Spirit Ride Families – you are invited to a special showing of the family favorite, “Babe”. This story of how perseverance, politeness, and kindness always wins is a favorite of all ages. Storyline: “Gentle farmer Arthur Hoggett wins a piglet named Babe at a county fair. Narrowly escaping his fate as Christmas dinner when Farmer Read more about Sensory-Friendly Movie Night – Friday, September 29th![…]
Due to soggy fields and potentially bad weather we have been forced to cancel the Volunteer Work Day for Saturday, September 2nd. Thanks to everyone who planned on coming out. We appreciate you!
Be sure to read our Summer Newsletter to see all the great things that are happening at Spirit Ride!! CLICK HERE to view it now!