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Volunteer Newsletter Volunteer Newsletter
JUNE
We had a wonderful and busy kick- off to summer filled with lots of youth volunteers, wonderful volunteer groups and our annual Equine Welfare Charity Golf Tournament!
AnnualGolf Tournament KingKevin got Adopted!
July 2 & July 16 nd th
July 15th
July 17th & July 18th
July17th
June 29th July20 - 24 th th
First week of Legacy Camp! Campers in barn 1:30pm-2:30pm
Farrier Days
Youth Volunteer Day!
Tink’s Tack Room Opening Hours 9am-4pm Horsemanship Clinic with DEFHR Trainers
Second week of Legacy Camp! Campers in barn 1:30pm-2:30pm
HORSE SPOTLIGHT
Manny
This sweet, gentle giant of a Standardbred has quickly gained a lot of fans and a lot of love from DEFHR staff and volunteers. He is such a good guy with a big heart. He is straight forward and a pleasure to work around. He recently started in our training program with one of our volunteers and he has not put a hoof wrong. He is delightful to lunge and roundpen, and he melded right into our gelding herd with minimal drama. It’s like he a such a short time.
We’ve not evaluated him under saddle yet but if he hangs around a little longer, that is the next step for this handsome gelding. We love this gentle, kind guy and we know he will make a great friend for both horse and human!
Comings and Goings
NellParsons Nell Parsons
Comings
No new horse friends this month, however, we did gain a new Development Associate, Nell Parsons! She is a previous volunteer and we are so excited to have her on the team.
Goings
King Kevin Mochi
Cedar (RIP)
Astrid (RIP)
Vayda (RIP)
Mochi Mochi
Volunteer Groups
Did you know we host different types of groups for “volunteer days” here at the farm? From Scouts to Seniors to Corporate Companies, we welcome all types to come for a day of service.
Leading a group entails giving a brief tour of the property, setting them up with an assigned farm project, and giving a horse ‘meet and greet’ opportunity at the end.
If you love meeting new people and are interested in this fulfilling volunteer opportunity- let Kelsey know at volunteer@defhr.org.
YOUTH YOUTH
VOLUNTEER DAY VOLUNTEER DAY
Date:
Time: Ages:
July 15th 8:30-12pm or 1:30pm-4pm 12-18
What is it!? What is it!?
Participants will work alongside Kelsey, our Volunteer Coordinator, on a hands-on farm project, connect with other youth volunteers, and enjoy a special surprise craft activity. A fun opportunity for youth volunteers to make a meaningful difference while learning, making new friends, and having fun. SIGN UP ON
L E G A C Y SUMMER CAMP S U M M E R C A M P
Ages 7-11
June 29th-July 3rd
July20th-24th
August 10th-14th
New Volunteer!
WeareSOexictedaboutallthenew volunteerswearegainingthis summer!
Volunteers:
Look out for new volunteers with pink nametags and feel free to lend a helping hand!
WAYS TO HELP WAYS TO HELP
Remind them where the feed stations are!
Walk with them their first time leading a horse to its feed station! Team up with someone for barn chores!
TINK’STACK &TREASURES
July17th&18th
9AM-4PM
Pleasevisitour wishlist’s!
Stay cool with some DEFHR merch for the summer- even the horses can’t resist!
Helpusgrowour Help us grow our CSApartnershipwith CSA partnership with
Encourage friends, family and neighbors to sign up for a subscription box for peakseason fresh local produce. Each week you’ll receive a variety of fruits, veggies and herbs-hand selected by the farmer himself. A great way to support the farm, an the environment all while enjoying fresh veggies!
Adoptions
Events
Volunteer Opportunities
Daily Operation Changes
