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- Fun, Education, Prizes, Food, and 98 horses at The Horse Shelter
SANTA FE — Get ready for “an unforgettable day filled with fun, education and the world of horses” at The Horse Shelter’s 4th Annual Open House, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sept. 28 at the ranch in Cerrillos.
This celebration is for families and friends and includes a day filled with horses as the shelter showcases its mission to rescue and care for abused, abandoned and neglected horses in New Mexico. This will be an interactive experience with tours of the ranch and demonstrations. Learn how the team rehabilitate and nurture these beautiful animals back to health while preparing them for successful adoptions.
What to Expect:
- Learn about the programs and how the shelter has created a safe, loving environment for horse rehabilitation;
- Get expert advice from staff, trainers and horse professionals;
- Hear heartwarming rescue stories and successful adoption stories;
- Watch demonstrations showcasing the skills staff integrate through this award-winning volunteer training program;
- Get questions answered about volunteer and adoption programs, and see how to make a difference in these horses’ lives; and
- Food trucks will be on hand with delicious snacks and refreshing soft drinks to add to the day of family-friendly entertainment.
Scheduled Events in the Riding Arena (with bleacher seating):
- 11 a.m. – Volunteer Program Demo;
- 11:45 a.m. – Horse Education + Demo;
- 12:30 p.m. – Horse Stories;
- 1:15 p.m. – Riding Demo;
- 2 p.m. – Adoption Success Ride; and
- 2:30 p.m. – Riding Demo.
The event is outdoors and on rugged ground. Please dress appropriately for the conditions and bring sun protection. No dogs are allowed for the safety of the rescue horses.
Admission and parking are free. A rain date is set for Oct. 5.
Find more information at TheHorseShelter.org. Donate here. Any amount will help support The Horse Shelter’s herd and is greatly appreciated.
Visit The Horse Shelter on Instagram (@TheHorseShelter), Facebook (facebook.com/TheHorshelter) to meet the horses available for adoption. The Horse Shelter encourages all to consider adoption.
About The Horse Shelter
The Horse Shelter is a 501c3 and public charity. It is accredited by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS.) Horses found abandoned, abused or neglected, and state seizure cases are admitted, rehabilitated, trained, and adopted into good, new homes. Some horses have a life-long sanctuary at the 127-acre ranch in Cerrillos due to medical or behavioral issues. With an onsite training program, active volunteer program and committed supporters, The Horse Shelter is grateful to be able to serve many of New Mexico’s horses in need.
