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Hope Springs Equestrian Therapy
P. O. Box 156
Chester Springs, PA
19425

Would you consider "adopting" a therapy horse?

Naturally, the care and feeding of our horses is a top priority to us. Quite simply, the quality of our therapy relies on having well trained, healthy horses. Feed, blacksmith services, and veterinary care form a substantial portion of our budget - in fact, it costs an average of $500 per month to care for one horse. Some of our horses are older; their patience and "I've seen it all" attitudes make them perfect for many of our riders. However, like all of us as we age, they require a little bit more care and oversight -- and dollars -- to maintain their health.

Would you join us as a partner today and consider sponsoring a horse for a month, several months or a year? Your participation would help to ensure that our horses receive the best of care and that our riders fully experience the many benefits of quality equestrian therapy. You can be assured your gift will touch many lives and will be deeply appreciated. To participate, just follow the donation instructions above and designate your chosen horse.

Meet Our Horses

We are fortunate to have a wonderful group of horses at Hope Springs since our riders form real attachments and friendships with their horses. Each rider rides the same horse every week, which allows them to get to know each other well. Such continuity is especially important in equestrian therapy and helps our riders to develop trust and confidence. We make sure riders have the same instructors and volunteers each week, too. This attention to detail and caring is part of what makes Hope Springs an exceptional place for children and adults with special needs.

Please meet some very special members of the Hope Springs family:

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	Norman:This spirited little brown pony is visiting Hope Springs for the winter to help carry our smaller riders. When Norman isn't busy giving lessons, his favorite pastime is galloping around the pasture with his best friend and shadow, Monte.
	Silver:The most recent addition to our barn, this 18 year old Welsh Mountain pony is spending the winter at Hope Springs courtesy of his owner Melanie McCartney. Silver is a spunky little pony who loves to get dirty out in the fields, but when it's time to go to work, Silver is the perfect size to carry our youngest riders.
	Henri:This 9 year old Haflinger is a rescue pony found wandering the fields of Virginia. Although we don't know what Henri did before joining our family, he is quickly learning his new job. In between lessons, this mischievous little guy loves to try to get a rise out of his new stable mates.
	Beauty: This gorgeous dark bay Morgan came to us in 2009 from Willow Creek Farm in Adamstown. Previously used for pleasure-riding, this 19 year old has learned her new job well and knows how to make her students work a little bit by using their arms and legs to guide her.
	Monte: At 13 years of age, Monte is the barn's resident thoroughbred. This great grandson of Triple Crown winner War Admiral was born in Florida and won six races under the name Zip Gun before being finding refuge at Hope Springs.
	J. Lo:This 13 year old Quarter Horse brings pleasure not only to our severely physically challenged riders, but to those who are learning more advanced riding techniques. Her moderate size makes her a special friend for many of our riders.
	Dudley:Have you ever seen a horse as big as a house? That's what one young rider pronounced Dudley -- bigger than her house. He's a 21 year old 17-hand full-blooded Percheron who is truly a gentle giant. His size makes him fantastic for our adult riders, and yet he is sweet enough to carry little children too.
	Cricket:This 12 year old Haflinger cross is the cutest little pony. Her gait makes her a wonderful therapeutic pony for all of our riders, but she is especially good at taking care of (and gently challenging) our independent riders.
	Tempest:This sweet, lovable 13 year old Belgian Paint has stolen the hearts of many of our riders. Like a big golden retriever, he is kind, loving and unflappable. From the smallest to the largest riders, Tempest takes care of them either in the ring or out on the trails. He has a lovely little trot that enables those new to the experience to sit comfortably.

Hope Springs Equestrian Therapy is a non-profit, non-stock corporation organized under the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The organization is tax-exempt under Section 501c (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The official registration and financial information of Hope Springs Equestrian Therapy may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll free, in Pennsylvania, 1-800-732-0999.