NARHA Region 10 Gallops Through

by Raeshell Sorensen, Horseback Riding Program Manager

The National Ability Center hosted the 2009 NARHA Region 10 Conference last weekend. This was the first conference of its kind hosted by the NAC. It was a great opportunity for therapeutic riding instructors, therapists, horse handlers and volunteers from five different states to gain more knowledge and network with other professionals in their field. Classes focused on topics related to administrative job tasks, instructor skills, horse knowledge and ability awareness. Presentations included topics such as “How to Plan for Volunteer Turnover”, “Grant Writing, Putting the Puzzle Together” and “Preparing a Rider to Be Independent”. The conference was educational and entertaining for all who attended.