Therapeutic Horsemanship & Riding In Lindsay

11/05/2026

A big T.H.R.I.L. shout-out to Bridget, our placement student from Brock University! 🐴❤️

Bridget spent her Mondays with us at the barn, lending a hand, getting to know our participants and volunteers, and learning firsthand about the benefits of therapeutic riding. We loved having her here to see how our program helps riders build confidence and develop new skills.

Thank you, Bridget, for sharing your Mondays with us and being part of our T.H.R.I.L. team. We’re so glad you chose to do your placement with us!

11/02/2026

🎃👻 A Little Halloween Fun at THRIL! 🐴🧡

Our participants and volunteers had a SPOOK-tacular time getting into the Halloween spirit this past week! 🎃

There were plenty of smiles, laughter, and Halloween fun around the farm as everyone embraced the spooky season!

At THRIL, it’s about more than just horses — it’s about creating memories, building connections, and finding little ways to make every experience special. 🧡🐴

A big thank you to our amazing participants and volunteers for bringing a little extra Halloween magic to the barn! ✨

Changing Lives — One Stride at a Time! 💕

11/02/2026

🌟 Volunteer Spotlight: Pauline 🌟

Pauline brings a wealth of knowledge, a generous spirit and a “get it done” attitude to THRIL!

When challenges arise, she’s always eager to brainstorm ideas and help find practical solutions. Whether she’s cleaning tack, organizing helmets or lending a hand wherever it’s needed, Pauline approaches every task with care and enthusiasm.

Her extensive horse knowledge, combined with the insight she brings from her career as a physician, has helped us support so many of our riders. We’re grateful for the thoughtful perspective and experience she shares with our team.

Thank you, Pauline, for everything you do for our horses, riders and THRIL community! 💙🐴

10/29/2026

🃏❤️ THERE’S STILL TIME TO REGISTER! ❤️🃏

We still have spots available for our upcoming T.H.R.I.L. Euchre Tournament, and we’d love for you to join us!

Come out for a fun-filled evening of cards, delicious food, great prizes, and wonderful company — all while supporting a great cause! 🐴❤️

📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026

📍 Lindsay Curling Club – 18 Peel Street

🕠 Doors open at 5:30 PM (cash bar)

🍕 Dinner served at 6:00 PM

🃏 Cards begin at 7:00 PM

💰 $40 per person

✨ Euchre or Bid Euchre

🎁 Prizes and door prizes!

❤️ Partial tax receipt provided!

Don’t miss out! Gather your friends, spread the word, and register today!

📧 Email [email protected] to reserve your spot!

Every registration helps support T.H.R.I.L. and the life-changing benefits of therapeutic horsemanship and riding in our community.

🐴 Great fun for a great cause! ❤️

10/19/2026

✨💕 Sometimes a little extra sparkle is worth a try! 💕✨
This morning, one of our riders was having some big feelings, and our THRIL team was determined to find a way to help her feel comfortable and motivated. 🥰
Knowing just how much she LOVES all things sparkly, we decided to get a little creative… and even Coco joined in on the effort, sporting a fabulous pink sparkly mask! 🐴✨💖
While all that sparkle wasn’t quite enough to convince our rider to get in the saddle today, that’s okay too! ❤️
At THRIL, we understand that every rider has different needs, and not every day is going to go according to plan. Sometimes it’s about going with the flow, being patient, thinking outside the box, and finding new and creative ways to encourage our participants.
We celebrate the little moments just as much as the big accomplishments, because progress looks different for everyone.
And today? We may not have gotten a ride in, but we certainly weren’t short on patience, teamwork, creativity, or sparkle! ✨💕

10/15/2026

🐴💙 T.H.R.I.L. in the Spotlight! 🎙️
We are so excited to share that our very own Kelly Russell-Poliquin was recently featured on Episode 16 of the Autism Resources Kawartha podcast!
In this wonderful conversation, Kelly shares the story behind T.H.R.I.L., how our organization began, and the incredible impact that horses can have on the lives of individuals with disabilities and additional support needs.
From building confidence and independence to fostering meaningful connections and creating opportunities for growth, this episode highlights the magic that happens when people and horses come together. 🐴❤️
Kelly also discusses some of the accessibility features that help make our programs welcoming and inclusive for participants of all abilities.
A huge thank you to Autism Resources Kawartha for giving us the opportunity to share our story and shine a light on the important work happening right here in our community!
🎧 Listen to the episode here:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2521843/episodes/19911786
📺 Watch on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/eleJnGJ6BEc
We encourage everyone to take a few minutes to listen, learn more about T.H.R.I.L., and discover why we believe so strongly in the power of horses to change lives! 💙

10/10/2026

10/08/2026

🐴💙 The importance of a great support team!
Sidewalkers play such an important role in keeping our participants safe, supported, and confident during their rides!
As this participant crosses the bridge, their sidewalker is right there providing additional support, helping them maintain their balance as the horse navigates the changing surface.
Activities like this create wonderful opportunities to challenge balance, strengthen core stability, and improve body awareness, all while building confidence and having fun! 🐴✨
It’s moments like these that show how therapeutic riding is about so much more than just sitting on a horse. Every step has a purpose, and every bit of support makes a difference! 💕

10/05/2026

Most of you know of THRIL, Therapeutic Horsemanship & Riding In Lindsay, a local charity and accredited CanTRA centre, dedicated to providing therapeutic sessions for individuals with disabilities and challenges using horses and ponies with adaptive riding and horsemanship lessons, which brings imme...

10/01/2026

💙 Volunteer Spotlight: Lucy! 💙

Lucy is one of our amazing THRIL volunteers, and we’re so grateful for everything she does! Whether she’s lending an extra hand when we need it, volunteering at bingo to support our fundraising, or representing THRIL at our community and PR events, Lucy is always ready to help. 🐴

Lucy, thank you for giving your time, energy, and heart to THRIL. We’re so lucky to have you on our team! 💙