Back In The Saddle Equine Therapy Center
Anyone who is familiar with BITS knows it is a wonderful place for many reasons.
Pauline Meridien started BITS in 2003 with two horses and a vision. Her imagination, dedication, hard work and perseverance has molded BITS into what it is today. Over 17 years horses have come and gone, but never forgotten. There have been hundreds of volunteers and clients who have found us, and all of them have been positively affected in some way. Whether it’s an autistic child who bonds with “their” special horse, a volunteer who finds a sense of purpose helping others, or a veteran with PTSD that discovered peace simply by being around the animals, BITS truly is a special place, but it would not be here were it not for Pauline.
After two years of trying, Pauline will be successfully retiring at the end of December (Her retirement dinner was actually held in 2018!). Very simply, there was no one who seemed up to the task of filling her shoes.
Something Pauline has always been fond of saying is, “You never know who will come up the driveway.” Earlier this year Jaryn Hall-Haines drove up. She learned about BITS and believed in how important our mission is. Soon, she discovered Pauline’s desire to retire. A bond was formed and for the past 4 months Pauline has been coaching Jaryn on how to take the reins and move BITS forward.
The staff and board of directors wish to thank Pauline for the tremendous work she has done these past 17 years. She is retiring at the end of this month for a well-deserved rest, and perhaps some travel when the pandemic restrictions are lifted.
Come January 1, 2021, Jaryn will officially take the helm as BITS’ executive director. We have enjoyed working with her these past months and welcome her enthusiasm as she takes charge! Welcome to the next chapter and new year!
Pauline Meridien started BITS in 2003 with two horses and a vision. Her imagination, dedication, hard work and perseverance has molded BITS into what it is today. Over 17 years horses have come and gone, but never forgotten. There have been hundreds of volunteers and clients who have found us, and all of them have been positively affected in some way. Whether it’s an autistic child who bonds with “their” special horse, a volunteer who finds a sense of purpose helping others, or a veteran with PTSD that discovered peace simply by being around the animals, BITS truly is a special place, but it would not be here were it not for Pauline.
After two years of trying, Pauline will be successfully retiring at the end of December (Her retirement dinner was actually held in 2018!). Very simply, there was no one who seemed up to the task of filling her shoes.
Something Pauline has always been fond of saying is, “You never know who will come up the driveway.” Earlier this year Jaryn Hall-Haines drove up. She learned about BITS and believed in how important our mission is. Soon, she discovered Pauline’s desire to retire. A bond was formed and for the past 4 months Pauline has been coaching Jaryn on how to take the reins and move BITS forward.
The staff and board of directors wish to thank Pauline for the tremendous work she has done these past 17 years. She is retiring at the end of this month for a well-deserved rest, and perhaps some travel when the pandemic restrictions are lifted.
Come January 1, 2021, Jaryn will officially take the helm as BITS’ executive director. We have enjoyed working with her these past months and welcome her enthusiasm as she takes charge! Welcome to the next chapter and new year!
Back in the Saddle Equine Therapy Center (BITS ETC) is a Central New Hampshire based 501(c)(3) nonprofit association dedicated to providing quality time with horses for people ages 2 to 92 living with disabilities and for veterans and uniformed professionals.
 Learning to lead.
Certified instructors and therapists provide safe and effective treatment for people living with disabilities. Therapeutic riding can improve physical strength and balance. Lessons are provided all year round.
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We depend on individual and corporate donations in order to keep our programs going. Please consider making a donation today so those with special needs can continue their progress.
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In this video, Pauline Meridien (BITS ETC founder and former Executive Director of 17 years) discusses the BITS ETC organization on Comcast Newsmakers.
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We have 2021 calendars with all your BITS friends
to enjoy all year! 
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RideUP Veterans' Program and now, we've added
StepUP Veterans' Program!
This program is FREE to veterans and
Uniformed Professionals (first responders).
If you'd like to join us, please contact us for more details.
Uniformed Professionals (first responders).
If you'd like to join us, please contact us for more details.
Deb is a member from a Wounded Warriors group that visited BITS for a day with horses.
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No -- John hasn't found himself listening to a drill sergeant... Hagar is only yawning! Everyone had a good laugh!
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Our new StepUP program offers 4 weeks learning how to work with heavy horses.
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A First Responder from Henniker works with one of our certified instructors.
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Thank you to our Sponsors!
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Allegro MicroSystems, LLC
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VMWare Foundation
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