Return to Horse Medicine

04/02/2026

Respect is the first Medicine we offer.

It's about honoring Horses, Land, and each other in every touch.
Small gestures...
a gentle hand beneath a Horse’s chin
speaking softly to the trees as you pass

This is living the ideal of that what we give, we receive.

Every relationship is built on consent and mutual trust. It's about so much more than what we do or get. It's about who we are to each other.

If you're looking for that experience in real life, visit us in Head Waters, VA or online https://return2horsemecine.org.

See you there!

03/30/2026

Two wild spirits. One healing journey begun.

What does it mean to truly restore a Horse and a patch of wounded Land side by side?

Here, every feeding is a ceremony. These Horses are learning trust, not just through hands, but through Heart and ancient wisdom.

Our W.H.A.R.M. method is slow, honest, and rooted in respect for the Earth and our Ancestors.

Join us here to be part of that journey.

03/27/2026

Selfies with Horses: Serious business or pure joy?

Some days, the Land gifts us a moment like this. A fluffy mane, a crooked grin, and the kind of laughter that reminds us why we’re here.

At Return to Horse Medicine, healing happens in the smallest, silliest moments. Want to see the lighter side of regeneration? Drop by, share a story, or just let yourself smile. 🐴💚

03/26/2026

Respect is the root of real connection.

What I do to you, I do to me.

What I do to me, I do to you.

Every day with our Horses and the Land, I see and feel that truth.

Partnership starts with mutual honor.

Consent-based training isn’t just for Horses. It’s a practice for all our relationships.

When we slow down and listen, we find a different kind of wisdom, one our Ancestors understood.

Want to see how respect transforms Horses, Land, and Humans?

Join our emailing list: https://tinyurl.com/return2horsemedicine

03/25/2026

What can a Horse teach a Human?

Every day on this Land, I’m reminded that true connection isn’t forced.

It’s nurtured, learned.
Slowly
Eye to eye
Heart to heart.

Our Horses show us how to listen; not just to them, but to the Earth beneath our feet.

Ready to rediscover what relationship means?

Consider learning with us. DM me for the opportunities we have right now!

11/30/2025

Seems to be problems with FB and the link so here it is: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/emergency-pump-repair-we-need-water-flowing-again

HELP! WE HAVE NO WATER. Thanksgiving Day (of course) the well pump decided to have issues. As of yesterday (Saturday) we still don't have water and we have tried every DIY that we (and AI) could come up with. Now it's all about affording the $5,000 bill.

WHY DO WE NEED YOUR HELP NOW? We arrived on our new property late 2024 and are just getting started as a nonprofit. We have grant proposals out with more on the way but we don't have an emergency fund established yet. It all changes in 2026 but... here we are.

Without help we and all our residents here are left to haul water from the river and buy bottles at the store. For reference, the Horses go through almost 80 gallons of water per day.

AND it's cold. We are in the mountains of Virginia with snow and freezing temps every night.

This is when we need our community so we can build forward to serve and sustain our work.

Donate, share, pass it forward. Everything helps. Oh, and because we use Zeffy, we get every cent you donate and it's tax deductible with a receipt sent automatically!

Thank you in advance.

Have questions? Want to learn more? I'm always here for conversation!

Urgent: We Need Water for Our Horses, Land, and CommunityOn Thanksgiving Day, our well pump gave out leaving us, the Horses, and all the beings who call this Land home without water. We’ve tried every fix we (and even AI!) can dream up, but the well remains dry. No water for the Horses. No water f...

11/08/2025

Wild Hearts + Ancient Wisdom + Respect + Mutual Trust = Healing (the W.H.A.R.M Method)

Ever wondered how herbs can actually do things that more traditional methods say aren't possible?

Meet Moe. He is a Horse who has experienced metabolic syndrome - something akin to Human diabetes.

Interested in his story?

Check out our website for his story and others!

Don't forget to look at the gallery of pictures and videos!

https://return2horsemedicine.org

11/08/2025

A year ago, we arrived on 34 beautiful acres in Highland County with a vision—to build a regenerative, sustainable ecosystem where Horses, Land, and Humans could all heal together. We spent this past spring and summer learning everything we could about this place:

11/07/2025

Laughter is a language every heart speaks.

Ever wondered what happens when you mix a leopard-print helmet, a mighty cute smile, and a whole lot of sanctuary sunshine?

At Return to Horse Medicine, joy finds us in the most unexpected, delightful ways. Sometimes on a wooden bench. Sometimes in the playful nuzzle of a rescued Horse.

These moments of pure happiness remind us why we do this work: to restore not just Land and Horses, but the bonds that make us Human.

Ready to experience the lighter side of regeneration?

Come visit, share a smile, or reach out to see how you can join our community. 😊

11/06/2025

Mutual respect is our first Medicine here.

What do we mean by Medicine?

It is that which feeds and heals the body, mind, and Spirit of all living beings.

Consider...

What if every interaction with Horse, Land, or Human was guided by the belief that "what I do to you, I do to me and what I do to me, I do to you?"

How might that change how you see and interact in the world?

At Return to Horse Medicine, this isn't just philosophy, it's daily practice.

We see it in the gentle way a child meets a Horse's gaze, in the careful tending of our healing plants, and in every choice to honor consent and connection.

Our W.H.A.R.M. method is rooted in Ancient Wisdom and modern regenerative care, teaching us that respect is not a one-way street. It's a living exchange, restoring balance for all beings who call this land home.

Curious how mutual honor transforms Horses, Humans, and Land? Connect with us to learn more about our journey—and how you can be part of it.

11/05/2025

What can Horse teach us today?

Out here, on Land scarred by "progress," every sunrise brings a lesson in patience. Horses, especially those who’ve known hardship and trauma, remind us that trust is rebuilt slowly, with gentle hands and quiet hearts.

When we listen, we realize the Land heals as we do. Wild Spirit, Ancient Wisdom, Respect, and Mutual trust (W.H.A.R.M. Method) guide our work at Return to Horse Medicine, where every relationship between and across Human, Horse, and Land is honored.

If you’re curious how Horses and Land can transform each other (and us), let’s connect.

There’s wisdom here, waiting for you.