Our Programs
Hands On Horses
Meet a horse and learn about caring for these wonderful creatures, as well as about the activities associated with our Equine Community. Expect to spend at least 30-45 minutes with us.
Email hoh@littlecreekfarmconservancy.org to schedule a date for your group.
Limited to 10 folks per session, ages 5+. (Babies in arms are ok, no charge).
$15 per person. Groups of 4+: $50, $10 for each additional guest.
This program does not include horseback riding.
Pony Crew
Pony Crew is one of our most coveted programs, in which we invite participants to learn from and interact with our horses. They learn about how to care for and communicate with horses which includes barn management, horse health, nutrition and stable manners. The classes are on Saturday mornings from 10 am to 12 pm, during the school year. There are approximately 14 to 18 sessions in the fall and spring sessions. There is no horseback riding in Pony Crew.
Detailed Information:
Children must be 7 years old or older
Participants are asked to commit to the fall or spring sessions or both
Children must be pre-approved before attending and a signed waiver is required, which will be provided at the first session. Call Nancy (Pony Crew Leader) at 402-779-6910.
Closed toed shoes and long pants are required, we may have extra boots to fit your child if needed!
Written check in and check out by an adult guardian is required for each session, please adhere to start and end times for drop off and pick up as we cannot accommodate unaccompanied minors outside of program hours.
This is a free program but we strongly encourage donations to the Little Creek Farm Conservancy to support this program with materials for the kid’s crafts and snacks.
Adult Pony Crew
Adult Pony Crew is a multi-week, beginner-friendly horsemanship course designed specifically for adults who want to build confidence and foundational knowledge around horses.
The class will meet once a week for four weeks, with each session lasting 2 hours, and will include both classroom-style learning and a hands-on demonstration in the barn.
Topics to be covered include: Horse Safety & Handling, Grooming, Basic Care, Intro to Horse Health, Preventative Care, and other horsemanship essentials.
Price for all six classes is $200 (Payment via PayPal)
For more information on class schedule, availability and payment please contact Haley Yonks at haley@restorativestrides.care.
Birthday Parties
Party Rules & Guidelines:
Guest Limit:
Maximum of 10 children per party.
Minimum of 3 parents (all parents encouraged to attend)
Age & Height Requirements:
Children must be 5 years or older and meet the specified height requirement (42” or taller and under 175 pounds) to participate in horse activities.
Provided Amenities:
We will provide picnic tables, a tent awning, and restrooms.
Parents are responsible for providing decorations and cake.
Material Fee:
For Level 2, if you choose to have us provide the crafting materials for the horses, there will be an additional $10 per child.
RULES:
Balloons are not allowed for safety reasons.
No running or yelling - “inside” voices please (even if outside)
No Flash Photography
Additional Information
All Parties Will Be Outside (if weather permits)
Parking on Orion Drive, where you will enter the Annex enclosure by the pasture
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Duration: 1.5 to 2 hours
Welcome & Introduction (10–15 minutes):
Meet and Greet, explanation of events and rules.
Hobby Horse Course (30–40 minutes) - hobby horses will be provided
Free Time / Photos (15–20 minutes):
Horses in fenced pasture, separate from guests
Price: $250
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Duration: 1.5 to 2 hours
Welcome & Introduction (10–15 minutes):
Meet and Greet, explanation of events and rules.
Arts & Crafts Activity (20–30 minutes):
Kids create their own hobby horses (materials provided or parents bring their own).
Horse Interaction at the Fence Line (30–40 minutes):
Horse brought over to the fence line for hands-on interaction.
The horse owner provides a demonstration and allows the kids to pet the horse and ask questions
Free Play or Photos (10–15 minutes):
Allow time for free play or photos with the horse at the fence line.
Price: $350

