Want to Volunteer With FSTRA?
What's Involved?
Our clients usually start with 3 volunteers at the beginning of the program.
One person to lead the horse, and two sidewalkers who walk on either side of the client when they ride.
Ultimately our goal is for all our clients to become independent riders. Eventually clients may not need all 3 volunteers to assist during lessons as they progress through our program.
One person to lead the horse, and two sidewalkers who walk on either side of the client when they ride.
Ultimately our goal is for all our clients to become independent riders. Eventually clients may not need all 3 volunteers to assist during lessons as they progress through our program.
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Volunteer Orientation Sessions:
These run for approximately 2 hours. These are scheduled periodically throughout the year depending on interest for new volunteers. We need at least 5 people interested in volunteering in order to schedule a Volunteer Orientation Session. They are held at Rohan Wood Stables and they are a great opportunity to become familiar with the facility, responsibilities & expectations of becoming a volunteer and to ask any questions you may have.
These run for approximately 2 hours. These are scheduled periodically throughout the year depending on interest for new volunteers. We need at least 5 people interested in volunteering in order to schedule a Volunteer Orientation Session. They are held at Rohan Wood Stables and they are a great opportunity to become familiar with the facility, responsibilities & expectations of becoming a volunteer and to ask any questions you may have.
Frequently Asked Questions about signing up to volunteer
If I have volunteered before, do I have to re-do the paperwork?
All volunteers (new and returning) must send in a new application form as well as the signed and initialed waiver and disclaimer form. If you're unsure whether your volunteer file is up to date with the Criminal Records Check or Child Abuse Register, please contact the Executive Director.
If I have volunteered before, do I need to attend another Volunteer Training/Orientation Session?
All returning volunteers may attend training clinics which will be offered throughout the 2016 year. You will be required to read through our volunteer pamphlet outlining key reminders, safety rules and expectations for our program
I'm younger than 15, can I still apply?
Some exceptions may be granted and considered on an individual basis. Send in your application form, and the Executive Director will get in contact with you regarding volunteering.
Do I need horse experience in order to volunteer?
No horse experience is required! We will provide any training you need to know at the Volunteer Training/Orientation session.
All volunteers (new and returning) must send in a new application form as well as the signed and initialed waiver and disclaimer form. If you're unsure whether your volunteer file is up to date with the Criminal Records Check or Child Abuse Register, please contact the Executive Director.
If I have volunteered before, do I need to attend another Volunteer Training/Orientation Session?
All returning volunteers may attend training clinics which will be offered throughout the 2016 year. You will be required to read through our volunteer pamphlet outlining key reminders, safety rules and expectations for our program
I'm younger than 15, can I still apply?
Some exceptions may be granted and considered on an individual basis. Send in your application form, and the Executive Director will get in contact with you regarding volunteering.
Do I need horse experience in order to volunteer?
No horse experience is required! We will provide any training you need to know at the Volunteer Training/Orientation session.
