Volunteering at Blu Flame Horsemanship
For our therapeutic services as well as help around the farm, we need volunteers! Available volunteer positions are described below, please fill out an application and send it to bluflamehorsemanship@gmail.com if you are interested in joining us. We look forward to working with you!
Sidewalker
No horse experience necessary! This position is very hands on with participants, assisting the instructor with rider support and activity completion. Must be able to walk for at least 30 minutes at a time on varying footing. Some light jogging (at most 3 minutes intermittently) may occur during a lesson depending on the participant, please make a note in your application if you are unable to jog during a lesson. Must be able to lift 30 lbs.
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Leadwalker
Horse experience necessary! This position’s primary role is to act as an emergency brake for the participant as well as assist the participant in maneuvering the horse as needed. Must be able to walk for at least 30 minutes at a time on varying footing. Some light jogging (at most 3 minutes intermittently) may occur during a lesson depending on the participant, please make a note in your application if you are unable to jog during a lesson. Must be able to lift 30 lbs.
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Farm Maintenance
No horse experience necessary! This position includes cleaning around the farm, maintaining equipment, and basic horse care. Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Please fill out the forms linked below prior to a volunteer training/evaluation and bring the completed forms with you. You will NOT be allowed to participate if the liability waiver is not completed.