Taking the Lead at Timberbrook Farm

Taking the Lead at Timberbrook Farm Harnessing the therapeutic power of animals to achieve goals, inspire independence & build community. Taking the Lead, Inc.

at Timberbrook Farm is located in Freeland, Maryland, just 15 minutes off of I-83. Timberbrook Farm is an 80 acre horse farm convenient to Northern Baltimore County and Southern York County, Pennsylvania. We offer horseback occupational therapy services (known as hippotherapy) to help our clients achieve their personal goals by gaining confidence & independence, focus, motor skills, balance, stre

ngth, and more. Through the combined use of service dogs and therapy, we help our clients enhance their self-esteem and achieve their personal goals to become more independent.

🐴 Hippotherapy Demonstrations at Our Fall Festival!Curious about how horses can be part of therapy? 💙🐴Join us at our Fal...
08/22/2026

🐴 Hippotherapy Demonstrations at Our Fall Festival!

Curious about how horses can be part of therapy? 💙🐴

Join us at our Fall Festival on Saturday, September 19, from 10 AM–4 PM for special Hippotherapy Demonstrations!

Come see firsthand how our therapists use the horse’s movement as a therapeutic tool to support balance, coordination, posture, strength, sensory processing, and emotional regulation. These demonstrations offer a glimpse into what makes hippotherapy such a unique and meaningful approach to therapy.

✨ Learn about our therapy programs
🐴 Meet some of our amazing therapy horses
💙 See hippotherapy in action
🌾 Enjoy a fun, sensory-friendly day for the whole family

Whether you’re already familiar with hippotherapy or hearing about it for the first time, we’d love for you to come learn more!

📍 Taking The Lead at Timberbrook Farm
📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026
⏰ 10 AM–4 PM

Bring your family, invite your friends, and come experience the magic of horses and therapy!🐴🍂

Looking for a new pair of paddock boots?Go take a look at the store below before the sale ends! ⬇⬇⬇
08/19/2026

Looking for a new pair of paddock boots?

Go take a look at the store below before the sale ends! ⬇⬇⬇

One month to go before our Fall Festival 2026!🍂🐴 OUR ‘HAY’ NEIGHBORS FALL FESTIVAL SCHEDULE IS HERE!🐴🍂Mark your calendar...
08/19/2026

One month to go before our Fall Festival 2026!

🍂🐴 OUR ‘HAY’ NEIGHBORS FALL FESTIVAL SCHEDULE IS HERE!🐴🍂

Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 10:00 AM–4:00 PM at Taking the Lead, Inc. at Timberbrook Farm in Freeland, MD!🎃🍁

We have a full day of fun, learning, animals, music, and activities for the whole family! Here’s a look at some of the featured activities happening throughout the day:

🐴Guided Tour of Our Horse Heavy-Use Area
Get a behind-the-scenes look at an important part of our therapy program!

🐎Hippotherapy Demonstration: *Improving Posture & Balance*
See how occupational therapy using the movement of the horse can support therapeutic goals.

🐔Chicken Races & Chicken Calling Contest
Come cheer on the chickens—and show us your best chicken call! 😂🐔

🐎Hippotherapy Demonstration: *Building Focus & Confidence*

💬Interactive Q&A with Our Therapy Team
Have questions about hippotherapy or our programs? This is your chance to ask!

🐎Hippotherapy Demonstration: *Developing Communication for Low- & Non-Verbal Individuals

💃Line Dancing with Kyrsten & Cody
All levels welcome—including beginners!🤠

🎤Public Karaoke or Dance Competition
Think you’ve got what it takes? Come join the fun!

And that’s just the scheduled activities! 🎉

Throughout the day, be sure to check out the goat shows, crafts, games, photo booth, vendors, food, and more! 🎃🐐📸

✨Bring your friends, bring your family, and SPREAD THE WORD!✨
This is a community celebration you won’t want to miss!

📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
📍 Taking the Lead, Inc. at Timberbrook Farm — Freeland, MD

Come for the horses, stay for the fun! 🐴🍂🎃

Today we celebrate the freedom, strength, and resilience that bring our communities together. Wishing you and your loved...
07/04/2026

Today we celebrate the freedom, strength, and resilience that bring our communities together. Wishing you and your loved ones a safe, joyful, and memorable Fourth of July! 💙🤍❤️

From all of us at Taking the Lead Inc., Happy Independence Day! 🐴✨

One of the things we love most about Chelsea is that even when she’s traveling, she’s still thinking about our riders an...
06/10/2026

One of the things we love most about Chelsea is that even when she’s traveling, she’s still thinking about our riders and horses at Taking the Lead. ❤️

Whether she’s talking with zookeepers, observing how animals are cared for in different environments, or learning new ideas about enrichment, cooling, comfort, and animal wellness, she is always looking for ways to make our program even better.

Shout out to Miguel at the San Antonio Zoo who was a wealth of knowledge and information answering Chelsea's endless questions!

At TTL, our horses are more than animals. They are partners in healing, confidence building, and independence for our riders. That means we are constantly learning and growing to give them the very best care possible so they can continue changing lives.

We’re grateful for team members like Chelsea who bring curiosity, compassion, and dedication into everything they do, even on vacation. 🦒🐎🦜

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 🇺🇸Wish...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 🇺🇸

Wishing everyone a meaningful and safe Memorial Day from all of us at Taking the Lead. ❤️🤍💙

🌷 Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms who show up with love, strength, and endless dedication every single day...
05/10/2026

🌷 Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms who show up with love, strength, and endless dedication every single day.

🌷 You are the quiet advocates, the biggest cheerleaders, and the steady hands guiding your child through every challenge and every milestone. Your care makes a difference far beyond what words can say—and today, we celebrate you.

In this moment, we’re also sharing a sweet one from the farm—Applesauce snuggling close with his mom, Fuji 💛🐴

To all the moms in our community: thank you for everything you do.

💬 We’d love to hear from you—what’s a moment that made you feel especially proud as a mom? 💕

Looking for something meaningful, engaging, and truly different in therapy?At Taking the Lead, our hippotherapy program ...
05/09/2026

Looking for something meaningful, engaging, and truly different in therapy?

At Taking the Lead, our hippotherapy program offers a unique, evidence-based approach that partners skilled therapy with the natural movement of horses. It’s more than a session—it’s an experience that supports physical, emotional, and cognitive growth in both outdoor and indoor environments, designed to meet clients where they are most comfortable and regulated.

Whether you’re exploring options for yourself or a loved one, we invite you to discover what makes this approach so impactful.

Take the next step:
📩 Send us a message to learn more -> m.me/276937486069894
📧 E-mail us at [email protected]
📞 Call us or send a text message via ‪(443) 690-1176‬
📅 Or book a call through our scheduling portal to get started -> https://chelsea-whitaker.clientsecure.me/

We’re here to answer your questions and help you see if hippotherapy is the right fit for your journey.

Lead

04/29/2026

🌿 We’re Hiring at Taking the Lead! 🐴

Administrative Coordinator
Nonprofit Therapeutic Horseback Riding Organization

Are you looking for work that has a purpose? Do you love working with people, animals, and being part of a team that changes lives? Are you looking for a positive, uplifting environment where you can grow?

Since 2017, TTL has harnessed the therapeutic power of animals to achieve goals, inspire independence, and build a community for people of all abilities. Many of our therapy animals were rescued and trained specifically to serve in this capacity. The Administrative Coordinator works closely with the lead occupational therapist and reports directly to the president of the board of directors to implement the overall mission and vision of the organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Coordinate day-to-day administrative functions including scheduling, billing, and client communication with a focus on providing excellent service.
• Help coordinate and support staff and volunteers, including scheduling, onboarding, and training.
• Assist in conducting sessions and caring for the animals on the farm
• Assist lead occupational therapist and board of directors in cultivating programs and building relationships with donors
• Help produce content for newsletter, social media, and press releases.
• Assist with grant research, preparation, and reporting as needed.
• Organize and manage events including public tours of the facility, fundraisers, volunteer events, Family Day, our October Farm Festival, and our Fall Team Appreciation Event to meet goals for fundraising, increasing community awareness and engagement, and expanding our program.

THIS ROLE IS A GREAT FIT FOR SOMEONE WHO:
• Is highly organized and follows through on details
• Loves working with people and animals
• Is comfortable working both outdoors and in an office setting
• Enjoys being part of a small, mission-driven team
• Takes initiative and can manage multiple tasks without constant supervision

QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience in program development and project management
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to foster positive, productive relationships among staff, volunteers, instructors, riders and their families
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and computer skills
• Strong professional reputation and record of integrity, sound judgment and respect for established ethical standards
• Ability to obtain and maintain a favorable criminal background report

WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Work requires occasional physical effort in handling of materials, up to 50 pounds, in strenuous work environment
• Requires sitting and use of computer and keyboard for extended periods of time
• Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time
• Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less Precise hand-eye coordination with the ability to judge distance and space relationships
• Ability to work 20 hours/week Tuesday to Saturday

COMPENSATION - $18 to $22/hr

To apply, email your resume to [email protected]. In your email, please include a brief note about why this role interests you and any experience working with animals, nonprofits, or children.

💛 Tomorrow is the last day to RSVP! 💛Our annual fundraiser is almost here, and we don’t want you to miss it.📅 Saturday, ...
04/21/2026

💛 Tomorrow is the last day to RSVP! 💛

Our annual fundraiser is almost here, and we don’t want you to miss it.

📅 Saturday, April 25, 2026
⏰ 4:30 PM
📍 Summit Manor, 510 Monkton Rd., Monkton, MD 21111

We would love to celebrate with you and come together for a meaningful evening supporting our mission 💛

Don’t wait—RSVP closes tomorrow!
https://www.punchbowl.com/parties/ttl2026fundraiser

Address

21000 Slab Bridge Road
Freeland, MD
21053

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 7pm
Wednesday 11am - 7pm
Thursday 11am - 7pm
Friday 11am - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+14436901176

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