In keeping with our mission to heal the hearts of struggling youth through bonding with horses, HTH’s current programs include equine programming that promotes prosocial behaviors and skills-based activities, such as self-governance, self-efficacy, self-esteem, communication skills, building trust, and resisting peer pressure. Or youth work with their mentor to build an action plan and identify successes and challenges in school. We eventually teach youth horsemanship and horseback riding, while integrating positive values to educate them on character. We integrate Cowboy Ethics into a journey of self-discovery and goal-setting that inspires youth to reach for the best in themselves.
There is substantial research endorsing the benefits of outdoor experiences with animals and nature for youth facing challenges. Our rescue horses play a big role in improving young lives.