Serving Western Wisconsin and Eastern Minnesota. Thank you for taking the time to visit the Walk On Therapeutic Riding Programs website. We are in the process of redesigning the website. It will have a whole new look, with lots of new features and regular updates so it will be easy for you to keep up to date on what is happening at Walk On! In the meantime, please scroll down to the bottom of this page for a list of upcoming events. If you are not already on our mailing list, there is also a link at the bottom of this page that you can click on if you would like to download our January issue of The Lead Rope newsletter for more detailed information on events, current news, as well as a donation form for the Wrangling Up Donations fund raiser, and much, much more.
“WALK ON!” the rider says to horse with the leader and sidewalkers in step. “Walk On”, your legs using the horse’s gait, the horse’s muscles to make your muscles stronger, the warm body carrying you to new experiences. Riding the horse builds confidence, empowers the rider to reach new goals- physical, emotional, social, and spiritual... all with the quiet words of “WALK ON!”. This is the meaning and mission of Walk On Therapeutic Riding Programs, Inc. Along with fun and the enjoyment of of riding a horse, therapeutic riding and equine assisted activities have been shown to improve muscle tone, balance, posture, coordination and motor development. Walk On was established in 2001 and serves individuals with a disability to pursue an equine experience in a safe and fun manner. Walk On is a place where, through the bonding of horse, rider, and volunteers, the individual will enhance their mind, body, and spirit. The staff works closely with the medical community to better serve the riders and to ensure a safe and healthy riding program. Walk On Therapeutic Riding Programs, Inc. is a 501c 3 nonprofit organization and is overseen by a board of directors. Walk On Therapeutic Riding Programs are held at the Double K Acres Equestrian and Therapeutic Riding Center located in the beautiful Kinnickinnic River Valley northeast of River Falls, Wisconsin. Walk On Therapeutic Riding Programs, Inc. is under the direction of a PATH Registered Certified Instructor, and follows the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International guidelines. Walk On Therapeutic Riding Programs, Inc. and Double K Acres Equestrian and Therapeutic Riding Center are members of PATH International (formerly known as NARHA - The North American Riding For the Handicapped Association). Mailing address: Walk On Therapeutic Riding Programs, Inc. 1469 County Road J Email: walkon@usfamily.net Upcoming Events Horse Play New Volunteer Orientation If you are not on our mailing list, please click here to download the January issue of The Lead Rope newsletter. You will find detailed information about upcoming events as well as current news about the Walk On programs, horses, as well as a donation form for the Wrangling Up Donations fund raiser, and so much more. **In an effort to reduce cost of postage, The Lead Rope is now available electronically! If you are already currently on our mailing list, email or call us to let us know if you would like to receive future issues delivered to your Inbox versus your mail box. Thank you for considering this option, and we hope you take advantage of it!
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