An experience worth taking, learn about yourself and others. — Participant, age 14

It was an interesting way to look at my own life that I hadn't before. Working with the horses helped to make metaphors that I could easily relate to my own life. — Adult participant, Hoofbeats course

I learned to think outside the box and to look to others for help. — Adult participant, Hoofbeats course

I've learned more about body language and communication. I learned that I am a happy person and that I can succeed. — Participant, age 16

The focus on the horses made it easier to objectively look at ourselves and our team. Personally I learned that I am always watching others' comfort zones, for signs of 'escalating' and for where I am needed (or not). — Adult team building participant

I learned a lot about myself, like what my strengths and weaknesses are, and where I fit in, and what is important to me. — Girl's program participant

I learned so much today about a lot of things such as...just be yourself and don't worry about what other people think. — Youth participant, team building workshop

Equine Assisted Learning challenged the students to think outside of the box when it came to group activities that confronted everyday issues. The variety of activities offered at New Hope provided a vast array of learning opportunities and met the needs of all of the students. This program was accommodating and flexible and a perfect fit for our Alternative Education Students. — Robyn Bassett, M.S.W. Intern (St. John Bosco Secondary School)

For the past two years I have been bringing small groups of youth considered at risk out to see Beth and the herd, and I am always impressed with the results I get to witness. ... It is amazing to see the youth gain confidence as they learn and make connections with the equines. The benefits seen in my youth are endless and it is often difficult to put words to the growth I have witnessed. Using equine assisted learning, the activities at the ranch provide the opportunity to address life issues in a non-threatening way, a chance for the youth to look at challenges faced from a different point of view. — Eliza Hesselink (Give Yourself Credit)

There was a real connection made between the youth and the horses. Through the activities the youth got the chance to learn real life skills while having fun! — Taylor Macdougall (Whyndam House Support Staff)

I learned a lot about myself during the course. I have good ideas and a lot more confidence in myself as a person. I really enjoyed working with the horses and relating the activities to what's going on in my life. — Adult participant, Hoofbeats course

I learned I can be led, but not forced to do things — Day Program Participant, age 15

I got self worth from this experience and I learned basically think about my choices and to be positive. — Participant in summer program, age 15

I learned how to be more open and to try to accept and grow who I am as a person. — Adult participant, Hoofbeats course

I learned more about myself and what I, myself can do in order to deal with the problems in my life. — Participant, age 15