2011 Program Offerings and Fees
Equine Assisted Growth and Learning
721 Van Wyck Road, Bellingham, WA 98226 Ph/Fax: 360-671-3509
Individuals
with Mental Health Professional
- 10 week sessions (fall, winter, spring)
- Individual 1 hour session
- Experiential Equine Assisted Activities for behavioral and therapeutic outcomes
- Specific needs and individual goals agreed upon in the first sessions
- $500 ($50/session)*
without Mental Health Professional
- 10 week sessions (fall, winter, spring)
- Individual 1 hour session
- Includes Horsemanship, Partnership building and Riding activities
- $400 ($40/session)*
with Mental Health Professional
- Individual 1-2 hour sessions
- Family or couple sessions also available
- Experiential Equine Assisted Activities facilitating opportunities for personal insights and awareness
- Specific needs and individual goals agreed upon in the first sessions
- $110/hour (discount with 4-6 week commitment)**
Groups
with Mental Health Professional and volunteer mentors
- 10 week sessions (fall, winter, spring)
- 1.5 hour sessions
- After school session slots and home school daytime slots
- Experiential Equine Assisted Activities and Riding for behavioral and therapeutic outcomes
- Includes up to 4-6 youth
- $500 ($50/session)*
without Mental Health Professional
- Available for youth or adults
- 10 week sessions (fall, winter, spring)
- 1.5 hour sessions
- Includes Horsemanship, Partnership building and Riding activities
- $400 ($40/session)* (Youth rate)
with Mental Health Professional and volunteer mentors
- Offered select weeks June through August
- Monday through Friday: 10am - 3 pm or special emphasis camps Tues - Thurs
- Ages 8 to 15
- $300 per week*
with volunteer mentors
- Select Saturdays in June and September
- 3 hour sessions
- Ages 3 to 8
- Animal Assisted Learning, Horsemanship and Teamwork Activities
- $35 cost*
Other Offerings
with Mental Health Professional and Energy Practitioner
- Adults only
- Scheduled 4-6 times a year from 10 - 5pm (check website for exact dates)
- Limited to 6 participants
- Experiential Equine non-riding Activities facilitating personal insights and awareness opportunities
- Lunch not provided
- $175/day
Group and School Contracts:
Most with Mental Health Professional and volunteer mentors
- Contracted programs with agencies and schools for youth and adults.
- Range from Equine Experiential Education, intergenerational opportunities, and “petting zoo” formatted groups.
- Fees vary by group; please contact our office for fees
Corporate Leadership & Teambuilding
with Mental Health Professional and volunteer mentors
- Contracted programs with business groups
- Experiential Equine non-riding Activities facilitating teambuilding, leadership skills, and personal insights
- Fees vary by group; please contact our office for fees
Creature Comforts Petting Zoo
- $120/hour
Family Farm Days
Day at the farm for families from local agencies/shelters. Private, confidential and by appointment only. The donation to fund a Family Farm Day is $500.
Community Agency Partners
Catholic Community Services
Service Alternatives
Sea Mar/Visions - New Horizons
Positive Parenting
Blue Skies for Children
Lydia Place
Womencare Shelter
Agape House
Opportunity Council
Whatcom Volunteer Center
St. Francis Extended Care and Shuksan Center for intergenerational visits between elders and youths with animals
Service Learning: WWU, WCC, 4-H,
Bellingham Parks & Recreation,
and Whatcom County School Districts
Additional Information
- All horse programs include a certified NARHA horse instructor
- *Youth programs discounted due to partial support by donors and grants
- Therapist referral and liaison relationship established as needed
- Sliding Scale and Scholarship Opportunities Available
- ** Energy Practioner is an additional $60
