Since the arrival of early pioneers and settlers in the 16th century, horses that escaped or were let loose into the wild saw their populations soar. Today in Utah, Nevada, California, Arizona, Oregon, Idaho, Montana Colorado, Utah, Wyoming and New Mexico, herds of feral horses...
Equine Specialist Michelle Desmond explains Free Rein’s framework for growth and healing What kind of picture might your mind paint in the Free Rein pasture? A close-up of horses peacefully grazing, or a landscape of the paddock, neighboring green hills, trails and forest? For a Free...
Article in HB Coastal Living by Sheila Holliday Coordinated by Robyn Stauffer Hop on the unpaved, "off-path" portion of the Shipley to Shore trail that winds through Huntington Beach's Central Park and head past the dog park on your right and up the hill. At the top, look...
A peaceful pasture, tucked in the heart of Huntington Beach, serves as a sanctuary for rescued horses as well as humans. These horses are a gift to all walking by and admiring them as living art and a soothing presence. Alongside this patch of parkland, the...
Horses Healing Humans is our Mission. Today, let us celebrate and give back to them on National Help A Horse Day April 26, 2020 #NationalHelpAHorse Day is special because it raises awareness and advocates for abused and neglected horses across the US. This year, however, we are...
Nestled in the heart of Surf City, Huntington Beach, California, is the Huntington Central Park Equestrian Center. If you drive slow enough down Goldenwest Street just before Ellis, out of the corner of your eye, you may see horses galloping around arenas. Kicking up dust...
During the week of the Grand Prix Gala, it was all hands on deck! Calls for volunteers to help with the entrance parking were coming daily and then, sadly, Douglas, who is our incredible Volunteer Coordinator, lost his Mom to cancer. Everyone responded by picking up the...
Horses Bring Healing To Huntington Beach Premier Horse Show Brings Awareness To the Healing Power of Horses Huntington Beach, CA: Horses are not just for entertainment but have a unique way of healing veterans and youth right here in Surf City! Join us on Saturday, August 10,...
Insightful Some people question me about using the word “insightful” when talking about non-human animals. Are horses, or other animals, capable of insight, or is it just our imagination or desire to make them more than they really are? It is difficult not to become anthropomorphic when...
We are in need of some very special (and specific) part-time, remote and onsite Interns to help us grow! Free Rein Foundation Intern Positions Available - Work from home and on-site at the Huntington Central Park Equestrian Center, supporting a local Southern California non-profit that is investing in our...