Get Involved - Horse Volunteering, Equestrian Travel, Trail Riding, Learn to Ride, Learn to Drive, Horse Ownership

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  International Equine Welfare Organization Opens Office in Lexington, KY

  January 14, 2013--The Brooke, an international equine charity that also helps people, has been assisting working animals (horses, donkeys and mules) and their owners in developing countries for nearly 80 years.

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  “Scribbles”: A Horse Rescue That Beat All The Odds

  Saved from slaughter, Scribbles' amazing story will warm your heart and hopefully bring more happy endings to other horses in need of rescue.

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  Horses Healing Hearts Brings Smiles to Children

  Horses Healing Hearts helps children raised with addiction in their home by working with horses.

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  Horseback Riding for the Soul

  This Warrior Wellness program and its American Quarter Horses serve those who served their country.

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  Equitrekking.com Launches Travel Deals

  Check out exclusive dude ranch bargains and specials on horseback riding vacations.

Dr. Christine Skelly is Associate Professor at Michigan State University and the founder of My Horse University. She blogs for DiscoverHorses on things you need to know in order to become a safe, happy and responsible horse person, whether you lease, buy or adopt the horse of your dreams.  

If you’re ready to put foot to stirrup, here’s a treasure trove of valuable tips on learning to ride, owning a horse, the costs involved, and getting the whole family on board.

If you want to learn about horses while helping a worthwhile cause, get involved with volunteer activities like therapeutic riding, trail clearing, Pony Club, 4-H and more.

Sooner or later, everyone who loves horses gets the urge to donate money on their behalf. Put your dollars to work through non-profits that raise funds for equines in need and other worthy horse-related activities.

Do you like to watch competitions and performances from the sidelines? Enhance your enjoyment of equestrian activities with easy-to-understand primers and guides to sports such as dressage, reining and more.

It’s a whole big equestrian world out there! Learn more about horses, stable management and riding through books, DVDs, schools, clinics, colleges with equine programs and even online learning opportunities.

Want more trails for equestrian use? How about a horse park or equine-related services? Learn how to lobby, work with zoning boards and get help from state horse councils to achieve your goals.