Hi! My name is Julia Brown and I am a current junior at the Awty International School in Houston, Texas.
My journey with SIRE began at the end of summer 2022 where I started volunteering weekly as a side-walker. Throughout these past few months, I helped incredibly talented riders achieve their goals, whether that be
A special thank you to our corporate sponsors and everyone who donated to the Saddle Up for SIRE virtual benefit trail ride. We were overwhelmed by the support! You helped us raise over $60,000 surpassing our goal of $40,000. These critical dollars will help us continue to provide scholarships to riders in financial need at both of our locations.
This
Several weeks ago, SIRE sent surveys to riders, volunteers and staff asking for their feedback about if and when SIRE is able to re-open, would they return and what precautions they would like to see in place. The response was overwhelming! So many riders are ready to be back in the saddle at
SIRE has been utilizing the group video conference call services of ZOOM to stay connected with its riders, volunteers and staff. Recently, Joe Wappelhorst, Shayna Bolton and Helen Evans hosted a ZOOM call with the volunteers and riders to update them about the types of activities they have been doing during
While SIRE locations may be closed to our riders and volunteers, our Site Managers and Instructors are creating a way to bring the sessions into the homes or
our SIRE riders. With the help of technology, the SIRE staff schedule several times during the week to connect virtually with riders and volunteers. During these
This past week Executive Director Joe Wappelhorst provided a brief update to donors, foundations and corporations about the financial impact COVID-19 has had on SIRE and what the financial forecast looks like in the immediate and long-term future. Please click below to watch the presentation he shared and listen to his remarks. If you
Dear SIRE Family:
After a tremendous amount of thought, anguish and guidance, SIRE leadership has decided our operations should remain closed until we are confident we can provide services in a manner that is safe and healthy for all involved. Due to the fluid nature of the Coronavirus outbreak, we cannot predict how long this may last.
We have had to make some very
Dear friend of SIRE,
This is an important update on SIRE and the Coronavirus (COVID-19).
First a reminder that SIRE is closed all of next week for Spring break.
Since the initial news of the Coronavirus, SIRE management has been closely monitoring events and news to be prepared. In order to maintain the health and safety of everyone who visits SIRE we are
SIRE’s talented riders weren’t the only team members hauling home the hardware at Top Hands.
PJ landed the Steve Mack Top Coach Award. Involved with SIRE since 2007, PJ’s recognition by Top Hands’ officials for her instructional leadership, expertise and compassion confirms what SIRE clients,
Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo time means go time at SIRE and not just for the western fashion statements and unbridled love of horses. SIRE’s bold, brave riding team makes its annual grand entrance into the iconic competition as part of the Top Hands Horse
