Blog Posts - Back in the Saddle Equine Therapy Center

Spring!

4/28/2015

We've had quite the mud season here at BITS... it looks like we're over the worst of it, but we still have a little way to go until it's all gone. The riding arena can be partially used - yay! The horses are kicking up their heels with the fresh air and sunshine. And... as you can see, Gideon has found a non-muddy spot. We all think he looks rather handsome with the daffodils!

Vegas is back!

2/26/2015

Even though winter still has a firm grip on the farm, we're thinking ahead to spring and warm weather. With this in mind, Vegas' mom has let Vegas come back a little earlier - and we're thrilled! He has settled in very quickly, calling out to his girlfriends... evidently they missed him, too! It's fun having a tall horse back, but with the snow levels so high in the pastures and round pens, we're hoping he doesn't decide to hop the fence!

Snow, snow, and more snow!

2/15/2015

Here it is, the middle of February, and we've been getting socked with so much snow, cold, and sub-zero wind chills! Even so, it can be beautiful, can't it?

December Calendar Raffle

12/18/2014

A few photos of Volunteer Appreciation Day

11/14/2014

Volunteer Appreciati0n Day, November 8th

11/13/2014

It was a chilly start, but the day was sunny and warmed up as people came to visit the horses, play some games, listen to the music while enjoying good food. This was the day to thank all the volunteers who help make BITS possible. Lesson demonstrations were up on the riding ring, children and their families petted and groomed the miniature horses. We even gave rides to some people who have never been on a horse before, and their reactions were priceless! We acknowledged over 70 volunteers who contributed over 3,000 hours of time, with those who volunteered over 50 hours receiving special recognition for their service. All in all, it was a wonderful time. Thank you all!

A fond farewell...

6/3/2014

Our dear Hurango officially retired last week. He has served us well over the years and all of us will miss him. So many fond attachments ("He's my favorite horse!") were created, and his super smooth Paso gaite provided uncertain riders confidence in themselves. Hurango was also the recipient of many hugs and thanks for his quiet acceptance. Some time this week he will go to live (not too far away) with a young boy who will love him and spoil him with treats... not a bad life! Hurango certainly deserves such a home in his retirement years, and we wish him all the best.

Please help us welcome Goldie to the herd!

5/14/2014

We are pleased to have a new horse join the herd. Rosie is a sweet Palomino quarter horse who loves affection. She's a bit shy right now, but we're confident that she will be feeling right at home soon... she just got a pedi-pedi yesterday and she's lookin' good!

Could Spring be here?

5/1/2014

Mud season has been spectacular this spring, and this week promises more rain. Even so, the temperatures (the meteorologists promise) will be warmer, and the sun will come out. The horses are happy to take of their winter blankets and are eager to eat the spring grass in the fields. There's much spring cleaning to do and are grateful for the volunteer groups coming to help out. We're looking forward to having a Girl Scout troop come help blaze a new trail for riders and a school group to clean and freshen up the dome. Happy Spring!

Have you seen our Christmas Card?

12/13/2013

Here's a photo of Babe in his winter finery! We are offering these Christmas cards with 12 chances of winning up to $500 during the month of January! Click on our "Support BITS" tab for more information.