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Karen

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Review for Challenge Unlimited, Andover, MA, USA

Rating: 5 stars  

I have volunteered at Ironstone Farm over the course of three or four years now. Safety is of primary concern, the staff is well trained as are the horses! Until you've seen a child or young adult go from no smiles and fear, to laughter and joy, you can't begin to understand the great value in this program!! The physical and emotional needs are met. The bonding with the horses is amazing.

The local is also excellent, providing beautiful views and closeness to nature. A quiet green pathway under sunlit trees, or the blue heron on the pond.... it is almost zen-like.

I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...

I fell so in love with the entire program that I ended up taking lessons myself!

If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...

Create more paths for riding.

Role:  Volunteer & I led, groomed, and tacked horses for the clients.