High Hurdles Therapeutic Riding Program

01/22/2026

👀Attention Current Volunteers!

We have several upcoming training opportunities at Lothlorien designed to sharpen skills and help everyone feel confident and prepared for the upcoming season. Whether you’ve been volunteering for years or are brand new, all volunteers are welcome to attend!

These trainings are a great chance to ask questions, connect with fellow volunteers, and gain more hands-on experience with our horses and programs.

👉 Not yet approved to lead?
Our leader trainings are available for volunteers who would like to be considered for approval to lead horses during lessons. Approval is based on demonstrated skills and readiness, with safety and positive experiences for everyone as our top priorities.

Sign up on Wranglr or contact Erin at erin.hoelscher@sasinc.org.
Your continued learning and involvement make a big difference in our programs! We hope to see you there!

01/20/2026

Spend some time outside with us on this snowy cold day 😁

01/20/2026

Loaded up and ready to go! We love these!

01/19/2026

Let’s talk about water!

Did you know that each horse will drink upwards of 15 gallons of water EVERY DAY?! Now that’s a lot of buckets to haul!

Water serves as a vital nutrient for horses, helping to regulate body temperature, lubricate joints, remove waste from the system, and so much more! Perhaps most importantly for horses, drinking enough water helps to ensure good gut health, keeping their dry forage moving through the body as it should be.

Let this be your sign to go drink a glass (for the horses) 😁🧊🧊

01/19/2026

Did you know that if you "invite friends" to the High Hurdles page, you are helping get the word out to even more people about our programs? It's easy, and you are helping more than you know! Go click that invite button!

01/16/2026

A new year is the perfect time to make a meaningful impact 💙

High Hurdles is looking for volunteers to be part of our incredible community. Volunteers help by leading horses, sidewalking with riders, caring for our horses and facility, and more!

No experience? No problem. We provide all training, you just bring a willingness to learn and a heart for helping others.

Ready to get started? Apply through Wranglr today: https://schedule.wranglr.app/volunteer_application?token=mwfCDus4CogQ9aQe_emkQDi1kMWoEHZ6

New volunteers must submit two references and complete a METRO background check before training begins.

01/14/2026

01/09/2026

Registration is now open at High Hurdles!
We’re excited to welcome new and returning participants to our upcoming season of Adaptive Riding & Horsemanship programs. High Hurdles offers individualized, inclusive equine-assisted services in a supportive and safety-centered environment.

First Session begins March 2nd!
🐎 Who: People with disabilities, mental health concerns, or those interested in riding in an inclusive environment!
📍 Location: 13339 Rt 39 Sardinia, Ny 14134
🔗 Register: https://loom.ly/24ysRL4

Schedule is based on submission of completed packets. Evaluations required for new participants.
Questions? Reach out, we’re happy to help!
716-548-0004

01/07/2026

Winter Mini session starts of strong with Jon and Dreamer 🦄

01/01/2026

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to all of the amazing horses that call High Hurdles home! Fun fact, horses "default" birthdays are considered January 1st each year, partly from the racing world to simplify their age restricted competitions- but it also makes it easier when horses change hands throughout their lives and records aren't kept of exact foaling dates. So theoretically in some parts of the horse world, a foal born last week would be considered a year old today!

Extra treats tonight compliments of Josh R.!

01/01/2026

🎆We’ve been reflecting on the past year at High Hurdles and are incredibly proud of the progress around here! From facility improvements and new horse additions to meaningful rider growth and a strengthened partnership with Lothlorien, it’s truly been a year for the books.

In 2025, our adaptive riding program provided 963 individual lessons to 73 unique riders, and we look forward to welcoming new and returning riders in 2026 to see those numbers grow📈.
Thank you all for being a part of the journey!