News from Around SIRE
Volunteer training spring 2015 ~ Reap rewards
Mark your calendars for January 10th! Here's what some volunteers had to say about their volunteering last year: Y'all think I’m helping you but actually, SIRE is helping me. Thank you for letting me be a part of your wonderful institution! I finally feel like I am using my college education and my passion for horses in a way that
Dow Engineers Improvements at SIRE’s Special Needs Riding Facility
* * * MEDIA ALERT * * * For Immediate Release Houston, TX Hockley, Texas, October 24, 2014 - Putting the words of the "Dow Cares" motto into action, 65 employees from The Dow Chemical Company spent an October day making improvements at a nonprofit therapeutic horsemanship facility in Hockley, 40 miles north of the Houston Dow Center. Of
Students enjoy field trip to SIRE
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Nine students visited from Holleman Elementary, from nearby Waller ISD, this November. Students have been visiting SIRE as part of an initiative underwritten by “Driven to Care,” a charitable arm of the Discount Tire Company. The special needs students from Holleman had a great time riding and grooming horses. We hope to see all again soon. Their teacher, Joetta
Hockley’s Family Day
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Hockley Friends and Family Chairperson Julie McLean (upper righthand photo) estimates around 200 attended the Family Day November 2014. She adds, "Kelly and Bobby Marsh worked so hard!". Participants enjoyed cover under a tent donated for the weekend and Pitts and Spitts donated the use of a pit for the weekend.Julie also said, "Everyone enjoyed cotton candy and popcorn
Minis – Huge fun in small packages
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Trainer of Champions, Paige Clough, Brings Miniature Horses to SIRE World Reserve Champion Mardi shows off her jumping style at the American Miniature Horse Association World Show. SIRE educational program instructor, Paige Clough, says with a laugh that this year’s American Miniature Horse Association World Show was the best for her barn, Mini-ventures. Paige’s minis and
Media Alert-Golfers Swing for SIRE in Katy
* * * MEDIA ALERT * * * For Immediate Release Houston, TX To raise $18,000 in honor of the veterans riding at SIRE,128 golfers braved bitter winds at the Willow Fork Club this month. Teams came from Demontrond, AimPoint, Rudy's Country Store and BBQ, and more. Champion Restoration of Katy topped all teams to win first place and a complimentary round
Media Alert – Saddling up to Support SIRE’s Special Needs Riders
* * * MEDIA ALERT * * * For Immediate Release Houston, TX A glorious dawn welcomed hundreds of riders and volunteers to the 22nd Annual CGG Saddle Up! for SIRE Ride-a-thon, Saturday October 18th. Having a trail ride fundraiser seemed especially appropriate since SIRE exists to bring horses and people with disabilities together, working to improve quality of life through therapeutic horsemanship. Each
Dow Engineers Improvements at SIRE’s Special Needs Riding Facility
* * * MEDIA ALERT * * * For Immediate Release Houston, TX Hockley, Texas, October 24, 2014 - Putting the words of the "Dow Cares" motto into action, 65 employees from The Dow Chemical Company spent an October day making improvements at a nonprofit therapeutic horsemanship facility in Hockley, 40 miles north of the Houston Dow Center. Of
Spring Says Goodbye to Casper
The Spring site is mourning the recent loss of their horse Casper to a bout of Colic. Casper, a Paint with a white face and striking blue eyes, was donated to SIRE in April 2014 and began working in our program during the summer semester. Alex Calame on Casper with Volunteer Lindsey Hennigan He was a
Media Alert -October Walk, Run, Ride-a-thon Benefits SIRE’s Clients
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Media Alert -October Trail Ride and Run Benefitting SIRE's Riders SIRE Walk, Run, Ride-a-thon Supports SIRE Clients all Year FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 4, 2014 Houston Calling all riders, volunteers, family and friends past and present, to support SIRE's life-changing therapeutic horsemanship at the CGG 22nd Annual Saddle Up! for SIRE Ride-a-thon, Saturday October 18th. Trail riders can roam 40
Media Alert – SIRE Hippotherapy Supported by Equus Foundation and Fort Bend Cares
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 2, 2014 SIRE Therapeutic Horsemanship Receives grants from Equus Foundation and Fort Bend Cares for Hippotherapy Houston SIRE has now received several generous donations to restart hippotherapy services in the Houston area. Hippotherapy is a form of physical, occupational or speech therapy in which a licensed therapist uses the movement of a horse to accomplish prescribed treatment
“Making Miracles at SIRE” Sidelines Magazine September 2014
By Dani Moritz How do you describe therapeutic riding — what it is, what it does? You could describe it as sensory stimulation that inspires physical and emotional improvements among the mentally and physically disabled. You could say it mimics walking, instills confidence, is a platform for learning — all of which are true, but none of which
Waste Management and SIRE join forces
Earlier this year, thousands thrilled to the depiction of the partnership between man and horse shown in "War Horse" at the Hobby Center. Little did theatergoers know, another partnership was in the making. Many noticed the friendly faces in the lobby happily explaining how horses help people today. Behind these SIRE volunteers was a banner noting the sponsorship of Waste
Media Alert – Help Veterans Ride and more at SIRE Volunteer Training Aug 23
* * * MEDIA ALERT * * * Help Veterans Ride and more at SIRE Volunteer Training Aug 23 If you know about horses or would like to learn about them, come to SIRE volunteer training Saturday August 23rd at one of SIRE's three sites, Hockley (northwest), Spring (north) or Richmond, Fort Bend (southwest). Volunteers will have a chance to
SIRE Therapeutic Horsemanship Benefits from Movie Night
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]* * * MEDIA ALERT * * * SIRE Therapeutic Horsemanship Benefits from Movie Night FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 11, 2014 SIRE Therapeutic Horsemanship Benefits from Movie Night Houston - Ready for an old-fashioned movie experience? In a state-of-the-art theater? Come watch Hidalgo at the Alamo Drafthouse in the Vintage and support SIRE's special needs riders at the same time. Of
Keeping Client-Riders in the Saddles
Lauren Igler competing at the All SIRE Horse Show Derrick Perkins competing at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival in Wellington, Florida, May 2014. “I'm proud to be able to wear my uniform again and have the opportunity to represent the U.S.A.” Derrick Perkins, SIRE rider and United States ParaEquestrian You should hear our rider Lauren