She is willing to do whatever is required – mucking out stables, side walking, leading a horse, grooming, etc. and does so with a smile on her face. “Corrine is very flexible and reliable – two wonderful qualities that we appreciate having in a volunteer,” says Kelly Taylor, Volunteer and Operations Manager.

 

“Each week, I learn more about horse therapy and how the riders benefit from it. The people who also volunteer in the stables are so helpful, as are the staff and instructors; everyone is more than ready to lend a hand when I am unsure about something. I feel like I am appreciated for what I do and that I am making a difference in my small way,” says Corrine.

 

Corrine feels amazed at how beneficial horse therapy is to the riders. The obvious joy that they experience from being on a horse is almost tangible.

 

When asked to share a memorable story about volunteering at WindReach, Corrine spoke to fellow volunteer Rosemary about their experiences together. Rosemary mentioned that when they are at the stables together, something out-of-the-ordinary always seems to happen – e.g., Zorro (horse) getting through the electric fencing; having to change horses because the horse we had prepped was a bit too high for a new rider; two horses not getting along together; having to return a horse to its paddock because the pathway was too icy. The list goes on! Corrine just assumed that these were normal, everyday occurrences.

 

“Volunteering is very important to me – helping to make a difference to others. I had previously been associated with FOOTPRINTS 4 Autism and decided that I would like to try something different. My love of horses and all animals led me to WindReach. At the end of my shift, I go home extremely tired but with a smile in my heart,” Corrine says fondly.

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Thank you, Corrine, for all that you do at WindReach Farm.

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One person CAN make a difference!