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VOLUNTEERS The Ranger horses are cared for by volunteers. There is a schedule for regular volunteer hours, but experienced volunteers may arrange other times to help with feeding and chores, as there is always something to do on a busy horse farm. What do volunteers at the Ranger Foundation do? They help feed, fill water troughs, clean stalls, wash feeding buckets, bathe and groom horses, assist at vet and farrier visits, up-keep tack, maintain a neat and orderly barn, work on fences, help with special events, and just spend some time with that special horse. Please remember our horses are retired; many horses have suffered injury. Although an occasional bareback ride may occur, our program is not a riding program. Volunteers must attend an orientation and agree to our volunteer requirements and safety rules. For the volunteer schedule, please go to the Calendar Page. Learn about our annual Ranger Rosey Cheeks Volunteer Award. If you are interested in volunteering, please e-mail Ann to set up an appointment to get started right away or to attend our next orientation session. No experience is necessary, just a love of horses and a desire to help is all that is needed. You will work along side seasoned volunteers while you learn the skills of the job. There are so many things to learn about horses, there are usually lessons on each scheduled day. Some of the subjects covered are safety, understanding horse behavior, how to halter and lead a horse, grooming, how to use and care for tack, manure management, and horse health. The Ranger volunteers keep up-to-date with horse care and are always looking for something new to learn. |
