Manitou Farms

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Putnam County

Manitou Farms

845-737-7556

Manitou Farm, offering therapeutic riding for riders of all ages, is located at 56 South Mountain Pass, Garrison, NY 10524 in Putnam County.

From Manitou Farm: "It is every riding instructor's purpose to instill an appreciation for, and understanding of the horse, physically and psychologically. A knowledge of form, function and progressive development of the horse's natural ability to perform to its utmost capability is the aim of the informed horseman. All aspects of the animal's growth need fostering.

"To this end, Manitou Farm's methods of training and care follow as closely as possible the natural inclinations of horse and rider. This includes herd (team) cooperation, playfulness (games), competition (shows) and travel (trail rides). Close cooperation between man and animal leads to trust, friendship and healthy dependency. This union, once realized, is of the highest of attainments and can carry over to productive relationships in a child's future life."

Therapeutic Riding
The LRH Foundation is a non-profit organization operated by the parents to provide physical and occupational education as well as recreation to handicapped individuals. Emotional, physical and intellectual delays are addressed in this programs. Volunteers are trained to assist the riders. Horses are chosen for their patience and tolerance. Emphasis is placed on games where social interaction is required. Adaptive equipment is used for needful individuals. Sessions are held for group homes (adults) as well as children with special needs. Suppling and cognitive exercises are routine.

Since 1980 demonstrations of rider's abilities, special adaptive equipment and games played have been held at the Peekskill Rotary Horse show. In the last two years the show had provided an entire division for the handicapped riders invited from the local area. Classes include horsemanship, suitability of mount and timed games with honorable mention of volunteers. Classes are divided according to ability, i.e., riders with leader and one or two side walkers, riders with only a leader and independent riders, receiving individual championships and reserve championships.

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Location: Garrison

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