Volunteer Volunteer Newsletter
HORSE SPOTLIGHT
Dapper Dylan
We have loved getting to know Dylan’s personality and getting a kick out of the way he expresses his thoughts and feelings. He is an older fella but that sure doesnt stop him from leaving Zillow and Issac in the dust when Sara takes him out on the trails.
He’s not the biggest fan of getting vaccinations or blood draws so part of his training will focus on making that a better experience for him and the vet.
Not long ago, he weasled his cute little self into Alyssa’s back pocket as she interned last year and their bond has only grown as she continued her journey here as barn staff. Every grumpy old man needs a cheerleader in his corner!
Paso Fino’s have several gaits that they do: Classic Fino, Paso Largo and Paso Corto-I’m not sure which one we are actually doing but he is super comfy to ride and seems to have fun zooming around” -Sara
Comings and Goings
Kelsey Swann
GrowingupinMiddletown,Kelseyhasspent muchofhercareertravelingtheworld’sseas servingasActivityManagerforCelebrityCruises andGuestExperienceSpecialistforVirgin Voyages.Nowshe’stradedherdancingshoesfor muckbootsandwecouldn’tbemorethrilledto welcomehertoourDEFHRfamily!
Kelseybringswithherapassionforpeople,alove forfunandthekindofprofessionalismthatmakes heraperfectfitforDEFHR.She’salreadydivinginto herroleandlearningtheropeshereonthefarm. shelooksforwardtosupportingandconnecting witheveryoneofyou. Don’tmissthechancetosayhelloonyournext visittothefarm!Ifyouhappentomissher,feel
SCHOOLS OUT SCHOOLS OUT FOR SUMMER
But that hasn’t stopped our Summer Interns from working hard! With aspirations of being in the veterinary field, our interns have been having fun in the sun (and rain) this summer learning the ropes and assisting the Barn Staff.
They enjoy picking the brains of all our wonderful vets - taking detailed notes so they can make the most of their experience.
Intern Spotlight
non-residential interns
residential interns
DuringourSummerCampSeason June23rd-August8th ALLvolunteersundertheageof18 mustbeaccompaniedbyanadult whilevolunteeringonthefarm.
BarnVolunteers
Volunteerssupportourstaffinandaroundthe barnfromfeedingtogroomingtomuckingyouneverknowwhatyou’llgetupto!Every dayisanadventurehereatDEFHR.
OfficeVolunteers
Doyoulikesittingintheairconditioningona hotsummersday?Areyougreatinanoffice setting?Considerhelpingoutourfabulous officeteamwithsomeadministrativework!
Email Hollyatinfo@defhr.orgformoreinfo.
VisitingVolunteerGroupPointVolunteers
AnyorganizationcancontactDaysEndto scheduleadaytocomeoutandvolunteeras agroup.Weneedoneofourvolunteerstobe theireyesandhands,makingsuretheyhave whattheyneedandthattheycannavigate thefarm!
EducationVolunteers
We’reenteringthebusyseasonfor scheduledtours,fieldtrips,andeducation eventsatDEFHR-checkouthowyoucan pluginwithfieldtripsandbeyondtosupport DEFHReducatingthegeneralpublicbelow!
Calendar of Events
June 12th
June 16 & 17 th th
June 19th
Golf Tournament
Fileld Trip Group- Fitwise 4
kids 11am-1pm
Farrier Day
June 20th
Horsemanship Clinic
June 20 & 21st th Tink’s Tack Open 9am-4pm
June 23rd
Youth Legacy Camp Starts
Online Store Perfect for next month’s holiday. Happy shopping!
TINKERBELL’S TACK & TREASURES
New and gently used equine tack, equipment, clothing and other related items. Stop on in and get your shopping fix! You never know what you may find. All sales & proceeds go back to DEFHR. Email info@defhr.org with questions
9am-4pm
June 20 June 21 SHOP NOW
SOCIALS Joinuson
Hi Volunteers, Kelsey here!
If you haven’t already, we’d love YOU to join our Volunteer Facebook page which I’ll be ramping up with fun pictures as well as important info!
Give us a follow on Instagram and TikTok to stay connected and fill your feed with pictures of our beautiful horses.
Volunteer FB Group
