We depend heavily on volunteer power. You do not need to know anything about horses and training is provided. Smiles are never in short order on Tuesday and Thursday nights at the Circle H Stables!
The purpose of S.T.A.R.S. is to provide opportunities for people ages 6 and older with special needs to achieve new successes in horsemanship. Riders will have one-on-one attention as they challenge themselves to accomplish their goals. Riders will be intentionally paired with a horse that will help them reach their aspirations.
Each year, volunteers, interns, and donations are needed and appreciated to make S.T.A.R.S. happen! For session schedules, see the "Sessions" tab at the top and for volunteer sign up forms see the "Forms" tab. To donate, see our "Donate" tab!
While we appreciate all our volunteers, we understand that they may have other commitments. We appreciate any time commitment that is offered. We just ask that you can attend an orientation/training for your safety as well as the safety of the participants, horses, and other volunteers.
2022 Orientation/Training for Volunteers:
May 24, 25, and 26 at 5:30 at Circle H Stables
Join Us for One, Two, or All Sessions
The purpose of S.T.A.R.S. is to provide opportunities for people ages 6 and older with special needs to achieve new successes in horsemanship. Riders will have one-on-one attention as they challenge themselves to accomplish their goals. Riders will be intentionally paired with a horse that will help them reach their aspirations.
Each year, volunteers, interns, and donations are needed and appreciated to make S.T.A.R.S. happen! For session schedules, see the "Sessions" tab at the top and for volunteer sign up forms see the "Forms" tab. To donate, see our "Donate" tab!
While we appreciate all our volunteers, we understand that they may have other commitments. We appreciate any time commitment that is offered. We just ask that you can attend an orientation/training for your safety as well as the safety of the participants, horses, and other volunteers.
2022 Orientation/Training for Volunteers:
May 24, 25, and 26 at 5:30 at Circle H Stables
Join Us for One, Two, or All Sessions
STARS Advisory Committee
Mission: To assist the Director in providing a quality program by setting priorities, determining gaps, identifying opportunities, and obtaining new resources.
Looking for individuals with knowledge of horse programs and/or experience with special needs population. We encourage caretakers and parents of riders and STARS volunteers to considers joining.
Time commitment includes attending committee meetings and commitment of at least one year.
Responsibilities of committee members can include the following:
* Becoming knowledgeable about the STARS Program either through volunteering or observing the program.
* Supporting the director in areas where the director has identified needs including resource seeking, volunteer
recruitment and training, and fundraising.
* Offering constructive suggestions and problem solving ideas.
* Gathering data about the STARS Program or similar programs.
* Assisting in spreading knowledge of the STARS program.
* Other activities agreed upon by the director and committee members.
The STARS Advisory Committee reports to both the STARS Program Director and the Brookings Area Interagency Council. Ideally, the chair of the STARS Advisory Committee would be or become a board member of BAIC.
Mission: To assist the Director in providing a quality program by setting priorities, determining gaps, identifying opportunities, and obtaining new resources.
Looking for individuals with knowledge of horse programs and/or experience with special needs population. We encourage caretakers and parents of riders and STARS volunteers to considers joining.
Time commitment includes attending committee meetings and commitment of at least one year.
Responsibilities of committee members can include the following:
* Becoming knowledgeable about the STARS Program either through volunteering or observing the program.
* Supporting the director in areas where the director has identified needs including resource seeking, volunteer
recruitment and training, and fundraising.
* Offering constructive suggestions and problem solving ideas.
* Gathering data about the STARS Program or similar programs.
* Assisting in spreading knowledge of the STARS program.
* Other activities agreed upon by the director and committee members.
The STARS Advisory Committee reports to both the STARS Program Director and the Brookings Area Interagency Council. Ideally, the chair of the STARS Advisory Committee would be or become a board member of BAIC.
