Maryland Therapeutic Riding

08/24/2025

Presence: Horses live in the now.
They don’t dwell on yesterday or tomorrow — they focus on this moment. Being with a horse is an invitation to slow down, breathe, and notice what’s right in front of you. 🌿

08/22/2025

A Dream Come True at MTR! 🐎

This week, we held our inaugural Adult Equestrian Skills Week, and it was nothing short of impressive! Our incredible MTR participants planned each day's activities alongside the staff with confidence and passion.

From designing their own riding exercises that benefit the strength of their horses and themselves to spending time together in barn- it was a perfect week!

They took charge and managed each day's equestrian tasks:

✅ Mastered riding lessons tailored to their goals
✅ Polished tack to perfection
✅ Kept stalls spotless
✅ Cared for their horses with love and dedication
✅️ Fixed fence boards with volunteers

MTR is their home and we’re beyond proud of our community of participants and volunteers who came together to make this week unforgettable. Here’s to building skills, strengthening bonds, and creating memories that will last a lifetime! 💪🐴

08/21/2025

🌾🐴 Day on the Farm – Special Services Week🐴🌾

This week, we shared something truly special during our Day on the Farm events — moments of connection, support, and a place to just be yourself. 💛

Through time spent with our horses and each other, we built more than skills — we built community. Whether grooming, leading, or simply being still, everyone found their own way to connect.

There’s something powerful about being part of the herd — where acceptance is natural, and every person matters. 🐎

Thank you to everyone who came out, opened up, and joined us in this space of belonging. You’re not just visitors — you’re part of the family. 🌻

08/21/2025

Feeling lucky? ✨ Our Hoedown on the Farm 50/50 Raffle is back! One lucky winner will take home half the pot, and the other half will directly support MTR’s programs where participants grow, heal, and thrive alongside our incredible horses.

Tickets are available now at bit.ly/HoedownRaffle25. Don’t wait to secure your chance to win big while giving back in a meaningful way.

08/20/2025

Congruence: what’s on the inside matters.
Horses can sense if our words, actions, and feelings don’t match. They teach us to be congruent — to align our thoughts, emotions, and actions so we show up authentically. When your insides match your outsides, trust grows. 💛

08/20/2025

We are so grateful to The Katie Parry Family for returning as the Presenting Sponsor for this year’s MTR Hoedown on the Farm! Thanks to your support, we can continue providing life-changing experiences that help our participants grow, heal, and thrive alongside our amazing horses.

Join us on Saturday, October 5th for a celebration of community, healing, and the joy of horses. Tickets, sponsorships, and 50/50 Raffle entries are available now: MTRHoedown25.givesmart.com

You can also help create memorable raffle baskets by contributing to our Amazon Wish List: https://amzn.to/46Y8cbn

We can’t wait to share a night of community, celebration, and support for MTR’s life-changing programs!

08/19/2025

We are pleased to partner with the Anne Arundel Country Police Department to offer these valuable experiences with the horses we love! Thanks to all who came out to support the event!

08/15/2025

🐴 Barn University Presents: Equine Hoof Health

Learn from farrier, Shaun Lovell, as he shares decades of experience keeping horses sound and performing their best.

📌 In this session, you’ll learn basics in:

1️⃣ Hoof Health Essentials – Understand the anatomy, function, and signs of a healthy hoof.

2️⃣ Farrier Services Explained – Discover shoeing vs. barefoot care, corrective shoeing, and when each is needed.

3️⃣ Practical Maintenance Tips – Learn how to support your farrier’s work and keep your horse’s hooves in top condition between visits.

📅 Date: 9-12-25, from 3-5
📍 Location: MTR main barn
🎟 Reserve your spot today!

https://form.123formbuilder.com/6804298/2025-mtr-barn-university.

08/15/2025

Help Us Fill the Hoedown Raffle Baskets! ✨

Our Hoedown raffle baskets are always a highlight of the evening, offering guests the chance to win something special while supporting MTR’s mission. We’re starting to gather items, and your generosity can help make them unforgettable.

If you’d like to contribute, you can shop directly from our Amazon Wish List here: https://amzn.to/46Y8cbn

Each item you give helps build baskets that bring excitement and fun to the event while supporting programs that foster healing and connection through the power of horses. Thank you for being part of this work.

08/13/2025

Grab your boots, it's soon time for MTR’s Hoedown on the Farm, an amazing family-friendly evening celebrating 29 years of MTR and the healing power of horses!

When: Saturday, October 4th, 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Where: The MTR Farm

Enjoy family-friendly fun, lively dancing, great food, and live music by Mark Bray & The Steel Soul Cowboys.

Tickets, Sponsorships, Advertising, and 50/50 Raffle tickets are available now at: mtrhoedown25.givesmart.com.

Make your plans to join us on the farm!

08/13/2025

We love hosting Day on the Farm events for our local organizations! Thank you for an exceptional day full of riding and horsemanship lessons.

It's time for our annual CIT camp, and THANK YOU to Maryland Therapeutic Riding for their help in making this a wonderful week.