Mane Stream

03/13/2026

Calling All Future Equestrians! 🚨Is your child ready to go beyond the riding ring? We have a few select spots left for Horsemanship Week at Mane Stream's Camp for ALL abilities! 🐴✨

This special week is designed for kids who want to truly understand what happens "behind the stable doors." Our campers won't just ride; they’ll become junior stable managers as they learn:
🩺 Equine Wellness: Basic medical care and first aid.
🎀 Show Prep: The art of braiding, trimming, and pulling manes.
🍎 Nutrition: Understanding grains, supplements, and specialized diets.
👞 Hoof Care: Watching real farrier visits in action!

Daily horseback riding lessons are included, featuring fun relays and games to build confidence and skill.

Learn more in the comments.

03/12/2026

We love welcoming Girl Scouts to the farm for unforgettable experiences! 🐴💚 Come earn your badge while learning all about horse care, anatomy, and feeding. Get hands-on experience grooming and tacking up a horse, and make lasting memories with your troop and our amazing herd! 🐎💕

🌟 Dates are filling up fast! Contact Renae at renae@manestreamnj.org to schedule your troop’s visit. We can’t wait to see you at Mane Stream!

03/11/2026

03/10/2026

Every day, our farm is filled with hope, connection, and love, the three leaves found on every shamrock. But the fourth leaf, the one that makes all the difference, is the generosity of people like you. While many care deeply about our mission, it takes someone truly special to turn possibility into progress.

As we move into this season of growth, we invite you to continue being a four-leaf clover for Mane Stream. Your gift today strengthens our programs, provides exceptional care for our horses, and ensures that every individual we serve thrives.

Donation link in comments.

03/09/2026

Dedication, Leadership, and Heart, that's Nancy Cunningham! This month's volunteer spotlight, we are beyond honored to celebrate a true pillar of the Mane Stream community: Nancy Cunningham. For two decades, Nancy has brought her expertise, calm spirit, and unwavering dedication to our barn, our herd, and our riders. A natural leader and gifted horsewoman, she possesses a quiet demeanor that the horses truly adore, making her an exceptional mentor to our new volunteers.

A true Mane Stream milestone! View the gallery and read more about Nancy’s 20
year journey. Link in comments

03/07/2026

When a rider is in the saddle at Mane Stream, they aren't "just riding." They are navigating a complex world of multi-step processing:

1️⃣ Listen to the instructor.
2️⃣ Adjust their posture.
3️⃣ Signal the horse.
4️⃣ Navigate the arena.

Thanks to the unique team approach of our Instructors working alongside a dedicated crew of volunteers. This multi-generational interaction helps riders practice communication and collaboration in real-time, skills that transfer straight from the barn to the classroom!

Curious how we turn a 30 min ride into a brain-boosting session? Join us for our Open House on Saturday, March 28th, from 12-2 PM.

Check comments for more info.

03/06/2026

Ride Where Legends Ride! 🏆🏇 Attention Mane Stream Parents! It’s time to trade the training ring for the historic main arena at the USET Foundation in Gladstone on June 13th.

Whether your rider is a first-time competitor or a seasoned pro, this is their chance to follow in the hoofprints of Olympians and maybe even qualify for the Therapeutic Riding Championships at the Pennsylvania National Horse Show’s "Foundation Friday" in October 2026.

Read all about it in the March eNewsletter. Link found in comments.

Photos from 2003 Mane Stream Horse Show at USET

USET Foundation Inc. Pennsylvania National Horse Show

03/06/2026

Spots are Galloping Away! 🐎 Summer Camp registration is officially open and filling fast! We still have several remaining spaces for our inclusive summer day camp (ages 4+), where campers build confidence, independence, and lifelong friendships through the magic of horses.

If your preferred week is full, join the waitlist! Schedules often change, and we frequently pull from the list to fill openings as we get closer.

Find out more in the comments.

03/05/2026

We don’t just "go for a ride", we use the horse’s movement as a powerful tool to reach developmental milestones. Our licensed therapists utilize hippotherapy to help children improve balance, communication, and motor skills in a way that a traditional clinic can't match!

Because our clients work in focused 3–4 month Plans of Care, we naturally have spots open up as families take breaks to generalize their skills at home.

✨ We currently have OT and Speech-Language Pathology openings starting this Spring! ✨

Whether your child is returning to tackle new goals or joining us for the first time, now is the perfect time to get on the schedule.

Find more information in the comments.

03/04/2026

Paperwork deadline is fast approaching!! Sign up for the spring session of Horses for Healing, Mane Stream’s FREE equine-assisted program for individuals living with cancer or Parkinson’s Disease.

Starting April 13th, this unique 6-week opportunity allows participants to step away from daily stress and focus on improving physical, emotional, and mental well-being with the help of our gentle horses, dedicated staff, and compassionate volunteers.

Learn more in the comments.

03/02/2026

Inclusion isn't just a word, it’s an action. 🤝 This Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, we celebrate the diverse abilities that make our community strong. Join us in supporting a more accessible and inclusive world for everyone!

02/27/2026

Mark your calendars! 🥂 Toast to the Champions is coming to the USET Foundation on June 13, 2026. It's a unique two-part celebration of our adaptive riders, our horses, and the community that makes our mission possible.

Come for the horse show, stay for the cocktail party, and help us celebrate the incredible achievements of our riders. 🏆

Get all the details and grab your tickets on our event website. link in comments.

Photo Credit: Courtney Winston, Renny & Reed


USET Foundation Inc.