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Red River Riders helps people with disabilities regardless of age. We began giving lessons in 1985 with 3 riders and 1 horse. In 1996 we grew to 35 riders and 8 horses. We have served riders with hearing impairment, autism, cerebral palsy, and cognitive disabilities, as well as many other disabilities.
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You can help people with disabilities by becoming a member of Red River Riders. Red River Riders is a 501(c)(3) federally registered nonprofit organizations. All donations of monies, equipment, feed, and horses are tax-deductible. All members receive our monthly newsletter. Please send your tax-deductible check, payable to Red River Riders, to:Red River Riders Therapeutic Horseback Riding for the Disabled, Inc.
N6669 Cherry Road
Shawano, WI 54166
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Shawano, WI
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71°F
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71°F
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61%
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The Red River Riders Welcome You! |
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Red River Riders Therapeutic Horseback Riding for the Disabled, Inc.
N6669 Cherry Road
Shawano, WI 54166 3rd Annual DAY AT THE RACES March 21, 2009
Location: Corral Bar and Hall in Pella, WI
Time: 12:30PM – 5:00 PMCost: $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Event: A Day at the Races will include 10 official taped horse races with “funny money” bets, a raffle, an auction, a derby hat contest and a 50/50 raffle. Sponsorship of event and various items are available: $250 -- VIP sponsorship -- will have billing on all advertisements and 2 tickets to attend.
$150 – Horserace naming rights -- will be printed on all programs and race will be called with your special name. (10 races are available)
$15 – Horse and Jockey naming rights – will be printed on all programs with your special name. (100 horses and 100 jockeys are available)
$10 – Horse or Jockey naming rights -- will be printed on all programs with your special name. (100 horses and 100 jockeys are available)
Any dollar amount you care to donate will be gladly accepted.
Any item or gift certificate from your business appropriate for a raffle. Donation receipts are available on request. Red River Riders is a 501(c) (3) organization. We are asking for all VIP level sponsorship to be committed by Feb.15, 2009 for advertisement purposes. Naming rights must be committed by March 14, 2009 for program printing. All other donations are greatly appreciated anytime. Lisa A. Lucht, coordinator, can be contacted directly to discuss pick up of your donation or answer any question you may have. We have included a post card for your donation if that is easier. Please feel free to call Lisa A. Lucht at (920)855-1639. Leave a message if you don’t get me directly. Thank you in advance for your support. Last year’s event was a success. Because of the generosity of many who support and attend this event, we have been able to purchase a Bobcat to do farm chores, make it easier to fix fences, haul riding equipment to the arena and most important to water the indoor arena sand surface. The watering is vital for dust control. Additional respiratory problems for riders and volunteers due to the dust in the indoor arena are no more! If you cannot donate this year please think about attending our event. Last year’s was a blast and this year it is sure to match-up! Click Here for Adopt A Horse Form! |
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Our riders show improved coordination, balance, flexibility, muscle strength, and body tone. This is especially true for our wheelchair-dependent riders. Riding not only exercises the body, but also exercises the mind. While learning the skills of horsemanship, our riders gain self-esteem, improved attention spans, and the ability to follow directions. These qualities carry over to their daily lives.
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Periodically we need to retire one of our horses. We gratefully accept and appreciate donations of calm, quiet, sound horses. Age is not as important as disposition and soundness. We have utilized horses ranging from 4 to 30 years in age. Please call for more information if you have a horse who could become a member of our therapeutic team.
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Our instructor, Chris Baldwin, has attended courses at UW-River Falls and Cheff Center in Battle Creek, Michigan. Students learn basic horse handling and care. Depending on their capabilities, riders are responsible for grooming and helping to saddle their mounts. A typical lesson consists of riding instruction, as well as horse-related games and activities. All of our equipment meets the safety standards required for therapeutic riding.
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