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Not Just A Pony Ride

Not Just A Pony Ride

By HETRA

Ever wanted to know more about Equine-Assisted Services (EAS) and Therapies? Join occupational therapist & PATH Intl CTRI, Kaiti Otte, as she explores the industry. Hear valuable education for instructors & therapists, insight on business strategies and all the reasons why horses are so impactful for our mental & physical health. This podcast is presented by Heartland Equine Therapeutic Riding Academy (HETRA), with over 35 years of experience in the EAS industry. Get all of our resources here: https://notjustaponyride.my.canva.site/linkinbio
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23. PART TWO: Equine Assisted Learning with Debbie & Blair of Strides to Success

Not Just A Pony RideJan 28, 2022

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79. PART TWO:  How do you Manage a Board?  Valuable Advice on Engaging an Effective Board

79. PART TWO:  How do you Manage a Board?  Valuable Advice on Engaging an Effective Board

A continuation from episode 78- click here if you haven’t heard PART ONE yet. https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/ZWaQ3Chl9Hb

Nonprofit work and getting to change lives every day seems like a dream job until you read the fine print. Kimberly Thomas is hear to help us discover how to effectively work with a board of directors/leadership and how to activate engagement. Expect to hear: 

  • What exactly should boards be doing for an organization?
  • How to integrate new board members effectively
  • What if board members aren’t a good fit?
  • Importance of a good board chair
  • How does the board support the ED?
  • Conversations around setting non-profit professionals’ salaries. 

Kimberly Thomas is the Executive Director of EPIC for Girls in Omaha, NE.  Ms. Thomas brings more than 25 years of experience in the non-profit sector.  Her passion is ensuring executive directors and boards are equipped with the tools necessary to succeed and helping them to step into their roles with confidence.  Learn more about EPIC for Girls here:  www.epicforgirls.org

Get the Non-Profit Director Evaluation Form by becoming a member at Patreon.  Click here for more information: https://www.patreon.com/notjustaponyride

This episode is proudly sponsored by Teaching Aids for EAS. Use code “HETRA” for 10% off your order now through May 10, 2024.  https://teachingaidsforeas.com/

Follow us on social:  https://notjustaponyride.my.canva.site/linkinbio

Mar 22, 202430:25
78  PART ONE: How do you Manage a Board?  Valuable Advice on Engaging an Effective Board
Mar 15, 202430:46
77. How do Horses Help Reveal our True Selves?:  Perspectives for Equine Facilitated Mental Health with Cheryl Eriksen
Mar 08, 202439:27
76. What do our Mini Horses do? Miniature Horse Programming at HETRA
Mar 01, 202424:42
75. Why is Education so Important? Reflections on HETRA University Live

75. Why is Education so Important? Reflections on HETRA University Live

New Podcast Alert! We recently hosted HETRA University Live and the PATH International Region 7 Conference here in Gretna, NE! Listen in to hear key take aways and our thoughts on why education is so important for our industry professionals.


Thank you to The BARN Therapeutic Riding Center and Rhythms of Grace for sharing their favorite things about conference with us on the episode!

Follow us on social:  https://notjustaponyride.my.canva.site/linkinbio

This episode is proudly sponsored by Equicizer: https://equicizer.com/

Feb 25, 202426:08
53.  Understanding Diagnoses: Cerebral Palsy in EAS with Kaiti Otte, OTD, OTR/L
Feb 10, 202431:46
74. Understanding Diagnoses:  Down Syndrome with Kaiti Otte, OTD, OTR/L

74. Understanding Diagnoses:  Down Syndrome with Kaiti Otte, OTD, OTR/L

Down Syndrome is the most commonly diagnosed chromosomal condition and it is one of the diagnoses we see most frequently in EAS. Listen in to hear occupational therapist and PATH Intl. CTRI, Dr. Kaiti Otte, discuss the symptoms and precautions that will apply to us in Equine Assisted Services, and highlights some teaching strategies that can help our participants with Down Syndrome be as successful as possible with their equine partners. 

Other Episodes in the Series:

Understanding Cerebral Palsy:  ⁠https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/nVpBW0Wl0Gb⁠

Understanding ADHD: ⁠https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/8xoTJXWl0Gb⁠


Follow us on social:  ⁠https://notjustaponyride.my.canva.site/linkinbio⁠

This episode is proudly sponsored by Equicizer: ⁠https://equicizer.com/


References: 

  • CDC Statistics: de Graaf G, Buckley F, Skotko B. People living with Down syndrome in the USA: BIRTHS AND POPULATION. May 2022. https://go.dselink.net/us-population-factsheet. 
  • Visual Impairment Stats:  Creavin, A.L., & Brown, R.D. (2009). Ophthalmic abnormalities in children with Down syndrome. Journal of Pediatrics Ophthalmology and Strabismus, 46, 46-82.
  • Hearing Loss Stats:  Shott, S.R. (2006). Down Syndrome:  Common otolaryngologic manifestations. American Journal of Medicinal Genetics Part C (Seminars in Medical Genetics) 142C, 131-140.
  • Accelerated Aging Stats:  Lott, I.T., & Dierssen, M. (2010). Cognitive deficits an associated neurological complications in individuals with Down Syndrome.  The Lancet Neurology, 9, 623-633.
  • AAI Information:  Cohen, W.I., for the Down Syndrome Medical Insterest Group. (1999). Health care guidelines for individuals with Down syndrome. Down Syndrome Quarterly, 4, 1-15.
Feb 10, 202433:24
73. What if speaking is difficult for my participant?: Emerging Communicators in EAS 
Feb 03, 202437:29
72. PART TWO: What do Horses Really Want? How to Help Them Feel Safe with Lynn Acton
Jan 20, 202437:31
71. What do Horses Really Want? How to Help Them Feel Safe PART ONE with Lynn Acton
Jan 13, 202433:46
70. What's next for EAS? 2023 at HETRA in Review with Edye Godden, CEO
Jan 05, 202431:58
69. What is Neurodiversity?  Creating a Space of Inclusion in EAS
Dec 29, 202329:45
68.  How do I find a Grant Opportunity?: Get Creative!
Dec 15, 202328:41
67.  An Athletic Trainer Finds Therapeutic Riding:  Unique Perspectives
Dec 01, 202343:23
66. The Art of Creating Sustainable EAS Programming 
Nov 17, 202331:48
65.  What does ‘It’s not just a pony ride’ mean to you?:  Live from Charlotte, North Carolina
Nov 03, 202328:27
64.  Transition Programs for Young Adults
Oct 20, 202341:29
63.  Creating Space for Connection: Healing Through Nature & Horses
Oct 06, 202336:40
62. Ground Programming: Thinking Outside the Box!
Sep 22, 202334:31
61.  Board Management, Donor Relations and Fundraising Events with Joe Hunter, ED of Papillion Community Foundation
Sep 08, 202340:14
60.  Come to Peace with Your Pieces: Women’s Retreats
Aug 25, 202337:19
59. HETRA University on the Road!: Oklahoma
Aug 11, 202314:25
58. Understanding ADHD in Equine Assisted Services
Jul 28, 202327:37
57.  The Science of Feeling Safe:  Polyvagal Theory and Equine Connection
Jun 30, 202350:18
56. Putting Your Best Foot Forward: Mindful Marketing with Erin Bevington, COO
Jun 16, 202332:00
55. Paving the Competitive Road for Equestrians with Disabilities with Mandy Cleveland
Jun 03, 202330:21
54. Valuable Resources for Nonprofits with Anne Hindery, NAM
May 19, 202330:50
52.  Preparing for the Canter with Shelby Schult, CTRI and Italia Rouse
Apr 22, 202348:04
51.  All About Speech Therapy with Terri Hutchison, M.A.,CCC-SLP
Apr 07, 202327:45
50. History and Transformative Moments in the EAS Industry with Dr. Octavia Brown
Mar 24, 202338:05
49. Horse Powered Reading with Dr. Michele Pickel
Mar 10, 202346:48
48. Live! From PATH Intl. Region 7 Conference

48. Live! From PATH Intl. Region 7 Conference

The podcast is Live from PATH International Region 7 Conference in Sherrard, Illinois!  We had so much fun learning, growing and networking last weekend.

Listen in to hear what is new in education for the EAS industry and why conferences are such a great opportunity.  A packed episode with Kelly Kreiter Penning, the executive director at New Kingdom Trailriders, Dionne Newton, Chair of the PATH Intl. Membership Outreach Committee and two award winners that are near and dear to us, Shelby Schult and Cassidy Fredrickson!

Feb 25, 202334:22
47. Co-Facilitation: Mounted Mental Health
Feb 10, 202336:51
46. PART TWO: Communication and Autism with Dr. Darren Olsen PhD
Jan 27, 202336:30
45. PART ONE: Communication and Autism with Dr. Darren Olson, PhD
Jan 20, 202332:29
44. Budgeting for Success with Edye Godden, CEO and Erin Bevington, COO
Jan 06, 202341:41
43. Get a Degree in Therapeutic Horsemanship with Melissa Abbey of St. Andrews University

43. Get a Degree in Therapeutic Horsemanship with Melissa Abbey of St. Andrews University


​​​Did you know you can get a degree in Therapeutic Horsemanship?  You can at St. Andrews University in North Carolina.  In this episode, Melisa Abbey, Director of the Therapeutic Horsemanship Program, discusses the traditional, 4 year, Liberal Arts degree that you can earn to learn how to be a therapeutic riding instructor.  The curriculum includes everything from disability education, ethics, standards and teaching techniques.  This degree gives students everything they need to pass the PATH Intl. CTRI process.  Melissa also shares the in-person and ONLINE program for Business administration with an emphasis in Therapeutic Riding!

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​​Learn more here:  www.sa.edu

Dec 23, 202239:42
42. Meet EAGALA!

42. Meet EAGALA!

Meet EAGALA, Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association!  In this episode, Amy Blossom, CEO of EAGALA and Brenda Hunter, Member Support Director talk about who EAGALA is and how their method of Equine Assisted Psychotherapy is so impactful.  Learn what this organization has to offer professionals and how to get certified!

www.eagala.org

Dec 12, 202258:50
41. Resistance to the Horse with Kelly B., LMHP and Kaiti, OT
Nov 26, 202238:38
40. Setting Weight Limits for HETRA Horses with Shelby Schult, Equine Operations Manager

40. Setting Weight Limits for HETRA Horses with Shelby Schult, Equine Operations Manager

Setting Weight Limits and Evaluating Back Soreness

Shelby Schult is the Equine Operations Manager at HETRA and with an education in Equine Studies and a long history of horse experience, she is here to explain weight limits for horses.  Setting weight limits is a hot topic that can be very complicated, especially in the EAS realm.  In this episode you will learn how HETRA sets weight limits and why we feel it is so important.  Shelby covers some pivotal things to keep in mind, some tips, and even covers two examples.  See the photos from the examples Shelby covered in the ‘Not Just a Pony Ride’ Facebook page!

Find out more about HETRA Mentoring at www.HETRAUniversity.org

This episode is sponsored in part by Equi-Force. Find out more at www. equi-force.org

This episode is also sponsored in part by Equicizer. Find out more at www.equicizer.com

Nov 11, 202240:56
39. Vocational Training for Veterans: Lowering the Barrier into the Ranching Industry with Bear Hug Cattle Company

39. Vocational Training for Veterans: Lowering the Barrier into the Ranching Industry with Bear Hug Cattle Company

Ben Minden is the Founder of Bear Hug Cattle Company, based out of Manhattan, Montana.  He came on the show to explain his amazing program to us and give us some tips on working in vocational programs with veterans.  He speaks to how the horses help his participants and how he sees his guys grow from start to finish of the immersive and intensive 10-week program.  His organization is a 501c3 non-profit that provides vocational training to veterans pursuing a career in the ranching industry. This program is free of cost and offers a unique and successful way for veterans to find a new job and passion after serving in the military.

www.bearhugcattlecompany.org or on Instagram @bearhugcattlecompany

Oct 28, 202253:54
Episode 38: How can Community Foundations strengthen your organization? with John Levy

Episode 38: How can Community Foundations strengthen your organization? with John Levy

What can community foundations do for you? How do you get involved with a good foundation?  What are the ‘need to knows’ when it comes to requesting funding?  John Levy, President of the William and Scott Ruth Foundation is here to answer all of our questions! He gives some valuable advice from his experience as a foundation president and as a previous non-profit CEO. Listen now to hear how a good partnership with a Community Foundation can strengthen your organization.

Find out more about HETRA Mentoring at www.HETRAUniversity.org

This episode is sponsored in part by Equi-Force. Find out more at www. equi-force.org

This episode is also sponsored in part by Equicizer. Find out more at www.equicizer.com

Oct 14, 202231:03
37. All Things Grants with Lucy Charvat, HETRA Grant Manager

37. All Things Grants with Lucy Charvat, HETRA Grant Manager

Lucy Charvat, HETRA Grant Manager is here to help make the grant process less mysterious! Listen now to hear more on: 

Finding Grants

Applying for Grants

The Art of Story Telling

Grant Reporting and much more!

Sep 23, 202235:11
36. Helping to Heal with Equine Gestalt Coaching: Melisa Pierce of Touched by a Horse
Sep 02, 202241:47
35. Networking, You Can Do It! with Kalynn Sortino, Development Manager

35. Networking, You Can Do It! with Kalynn Sortino, Development Manager

Networking for your business can be a little bit scary... Kalynn is here to take all your stress away! Networking allows you to spread the word about your mission in efforts to help educate the community and cultivate volunteers, participants and donors.  She gives us some awesome tips and tricks for successful networking within your communities and why we should all be planning and budgeting for this specific strategy!

This episode is sponsored in part by Equi-Force. Find out more at www. equi-force.org

This episode is also sponsored in part by Equicizer. Find out more at www.equicizer.com

Aug 05, 202236:33
34. The Horses & Humans Research Foundation with Dr. Pebbles Turbeville
Jul 22, 202233:51
Q&A: What are some good activities for an EAL Parkinson’s Disease group? with Kelly Baulisch
Jul 15, 202208:42
33. Helping Children with Complex Trauma Needs with Rebecca Britt of Stable Moments
Jul 01, 202257:32
32. Chiropractic Care for the Therapy Horse with Dr. Cass Thielen

32. Chiropractic Care for the Therapy Horse with Dr. Cass Thielen

Have you ever wondered how chiropractic care benefits horses? What all does it entail?  How do they do it? Dr. Cass Thielen is here to answer all your questions!  90% of the brain’s input comes from movement.  When movement is strained in some way it creates pain and tension throughout the body.  Restoring a horse’s natural movement through chiropractic care essentially helps the body heal itself! Listen now to learn more about why it’s so important to keep the biomechanics of our therapy horse’s in tip top shape!

Get the video and handout of ‘carrot stretches’ from today’s episode on the private, Not Just a Pony Ride Facebook group or check out Stride to Life Chiropractic too!

This episode is sponsored in part by Equi-Force. Find out more at www. equi-force.org

This episode is also sponsored in part by Equicizer. Find out more at www.equicizer.com

Jun 17, 202230:25
31. What Motivates A Consistent Volunteer?: A Volunteer Panel
Jun 03, 202231:38