Eagles' Wings Therapeutic Riding Center

HISTORY

Eagles’ Wings Therapeutic Riding Center, whose mission is to provide therapeutic riding and equine-assisted activities for people with special needs, was co-founded by Keith and Ann Schaurer and Keith's mother, Sandra Knipe. The Schaurer’s became involved in Therapeutic Riding in 2003 after a nephew was diagnosed with transverse myelitis. In 2004 they began development of a business model, became involved with The Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship (PATH), built a new stable, converted an existing machine shed to an indoor riding arena, began training for Keith to become a Certified Riding Instructor, and launched a successful pilot program. They received their 501 (c) (3) status from the IRS in 2006.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

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Our Mission
Eagles’ Wings Stable, Inc. provides equine-assisted therapeutic activities for people with special needs to benefit and improve development and quality of life

 

Our Vision
Eagles’ Wings Stable, Inc. recognizes the importance of physical, mental and emotional well-being for each participant. Participants develop balance, strength, stability, social, emotional and cognitive skills that enrich their daily lives and their contribution to society

 

Our Values
We value the multidimensional motion and personality of the horse as a therapist to make the movements and connections necessary to improve the participants’ well-being

Our Board of Directors

Keith Schaurer - President

Kevin Kirsch - V. President

Ed Bauman - Secretary

Sandra Knipe

Natalee Heath

Duane Jenkins

Gary Kuziensky

Our Volunteer Coordinator

Merrill Cox