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This
summer has been extremely busy at HHR! Here are a few of the
highlights:
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We've had
over 20 students in our horsemanship classes
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Our
mentoring program continues to grow, with over 15 boys enrolled
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We have
hired a part-time therapist on site
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Scott has been selected
as one out of 100 trainers across the U.S. to train a mustang in the
Extreme Mustang Makeover (see picture below)
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On a sad note, the mother
of one of our three foals died from a ruptured esophagus a month
after she gave birth.
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We are
currently seeking out volunteer personnel for the following:
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We are
seeking two alternating part-time volunteer equine professionals.
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We are
seeking men who are interested in mentoring boys and women who are
interested in mentoring girls within the context of activities such
as horseback riding, fishing, etc.
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Scott won the Chain Quarter Horse 2yr. old Futurity competition on the horse JCC PEPPY FRECKLES |
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T-shirts, longsleeve T's, sweatshirts, sweat
pants, and hats and beanies with the HHR logo are still available! Proceeds will
go towards ranch programs to keep our services as free as possible. |
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KSN recently did
a story on Healing Hearts Ranch
http://www.ksn.com/news/kansasnews/27030544.html |
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Sponsor a horse -
Click
here for more
information. Currently, we need a sponsor for Brownie
(6-2-08).
Partner
with us -
Click here
to find out more about volunteer opportunities and other ways in which
you can partner with us.
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The purpose of Healing Hearts Ranch is to address the specific needs of
children and families who face emotional and behavioral
challenges. Whether we are working with individuals or groups, we
strive to create a safe environment where emotional growth and healing
can take place. We acknowledge that horses can be helpful in the healing
process, and we seek to give people opportunities to interact with
horses, learn about them, and learn about themselves at the same time.
Come by and visit us - we look forward to having you!
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DIRECTIONS: We are
located just south of Great Bend, KS, just minutes off of US Highway
281. From US 281, go west at Hart's corner and continue to SE 1st
Avenue and turn north. Follow SE 1st Avenue one half mile to the
end of the road. We are located on the left. |
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"Some boast in chariots, and some in horses, but
we will boast in the name of the Lord our God."
Psalm 20:7 |
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