Little Oasis Equine Assisted Learning

Little Oasis Equine Assisted Learning Equine Assisted Learning is a powerful journey. Want to support our programs? Send an etransfer to [email protected]. WHY HORSES? "Horses change lives.

It is an unmounted program that partners kids and adults with the innately intuitive horse to teach character & life skills. Equine-Assisted Learning is a powerful, professional and effective approach proven to have a positive impact on individuals of all ages. The goal is to provide hope and healing to kids (and adults) that suffer from substance abuse, behavioural issues, attention deficit disor

der, eating disorders, physical emotional or sexual abuse, depression, anxiety and relationship problems. EAL programs are a powerful journey of learning and understanding for those who participate. Horses in the program are effective teaching tools; immediately responding to what participants do. Trained facilitators look for "teachable moments" that the horses identify. The horse does the teaching; facilitators are there to offer explanation and provide guidance as they work through to a solution. In a horses world, the rules are clear, easy to understand and consequences are dealt with swiftly. Nature provides them with astute senses and instincts. Horses can discern the difference between a calm non-threatening approach and anxious, nervous energy or a threatening body posture. Their survival depends upon it! Horses require strong leadership and are willing to follow, but only after they find respect and trust. If we provide contradictory behaviour, they will question and challenge our authority to lead. Horses respect the stringent outline of the hierarchy. In a horse's world, team work is respected and expected. Horses respond favourable to positive stimulus and respect FAIR consequences. They are touch and steadfast dance partners; they don't judge, but they don't forget. They don't let you cheat and their feedback is honest. Horses are in the present moment; they do not judge. They give our young people confidence and self-esteem. They provide peace and tranquility to troubled souls, they give us hope." ~ Toni Robinson

🌿🐴 Our first Unbridled You event was a beautiful reminder of what can happen when we slow down, breathe, and allow ourse...
06/14/2026

🌿🐴 Our first Unbridled You event was a beautiful reminder of what can happen when we slow down, breathe, and allow ourselves to simply be present.
Despite the uncertainty of “Jun-uary” weather, we had a wonderful turnout and an incredible group of participants who showed up with openness, curiosity, and a willingness to connect. 💚

The day included an Equine Assisted Learning experience with the herd, meaningful reflection, nourishing connection over lunch, and breathwork alongside the horses led by Stacey Right Through It.
There was learning, laughter, personal insight, and the gift of taking time for ourselves. And somehow... the rain and hail held off just long enough for everything to unfold exactly as it needed to. 🌤️✨

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us and helped create such a supportive and welcoming space.

🐎 Missed this one? Our next Unbridled You experience takes place on July 11 and we’d love to have you join us. [link in bio] or www.littleoasisequine.com/events

06/11/2026

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Life can be busy. Between work, family, responsibilities, and the endless to-do lists, it can be hard to find time to si...
06/08/2026

Life can be busy. Between work, family, responsibilities, and the endless to-do lists, it can be hard to find time to simply pause.

Join us this Wednesday evening for Unwind with the Herd, a unique Equine Assisted Learning experience where you’ll have the opportunity to slow down, connect with horses, and explore communication, trust, presence, and connection in a welcoming outdoor environment.

🐴 No riding
🐴 No horse experience needed
🐴 Just come as you are

📅 Wednesday, June 10
🕡 6:30–8:30 PM

📍 Little Oasis Equine Assisted Learning -rural Trail BC 

REGISTER— littleoasisequine.com/events/unwind-with-the-herd

Come curious. Leave connected.

06/06/2026

Happy Saturday everyone this will make you smile

10am-2pm 📅 June 6 $165 + GST📍 Little Oasis Equine Assisted in Casino (rural Trail)  Includes a catered lunch 🥗 What if y...
06/02/2026

10am-2pm 📅 June 6 $165 + GST
📍 Little Oasis Equine Assisted in Casino (rural Trail) Includes a catered lunch 🥗

What if your next act of self-care wasn’t about doing more… but about coming home to yourself?

Join us for Unbridled You, a unique experience that combines somatic breathwork, horse wisdom, ASSISTED LEARNING and time in nature.

Guided by Stacey Chartres of Right Through It, you’ll be invited into a Somatic Breathwork Journey where conscious connected breathing helps release what your body has been holding, settle your nervous system, and reconnect you with yourself.

As you breathe, the horses quietly share the space around you. Grazing, observing, and breathing alongside you, they offer a grounded and non-judgmental presence that can deepen the experience in unexpected ways.

The format for this day will be: arrive and welcome, EAL session, lunch breathwork journey, shares and closing.

You may leave with:
✨ Greater emotional regulation and nervous system awareness
✨ Clearer boundaries and increased self-trust
✨ A deeper connection to your body, nature, and others
✨ Simple tools to support your ongoing self-care

register littleoasisequine.com/events/unbridled-you
Learn more about Stacey's work www.rightthroughit.ca

No horse experience needed. Come exactly as you are.

We were recently at Castleview Care Centre with our beloved Mohawk (aka “Mowy”). 🐴💛The joy, wonder, and sparkle in resid...
05/31/2026

We were recently at Castleview Care Centre with our beloved Mohawk (aka “Mowy”). 🐴💛

The joy, wonder, and sparkle in residents’ faces as they invited a horse to breathe softly on them, or reached out to pet him, was incredibly touching. The presence of such a large animal is so different from everyday life in care facilities, and Mohawk is such a gentle professional… always careful about his body, his movement, and where he places his feet.

We also LOVED that we got photos of Mohawk with the staff this time! Thank you to all of you too... it's always such a great experience coming to visit. 🥰🌟

A huge thank you to Teck Resources for being a long-time supporter of this program. Because of support like this, we’re able to bring connection, comfort, and meaningful moments into our community.

✨ A little more about our Outreach Program:

Little Oasis EAL is dedicated to creating opportunities for people who may not be able to visit the farm by offering outreach visits within the community, including seniors’ facilities, libraries, and more.

We would sincerely love to do even more of these visits and bring this joy to elders more often. 💛

If you’d like to support our Outreach Program, donations can be sent via e-transfer to:
[email protected]

Please include “outreach” in the comment/message section so we know where you’d like your donation directed. 🙏
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I (Leah Hope - far left second from bottom) was please to be asked to contribute to this wonderful magazine... stay tune...
05/28/2026

I (Leah Hope - far left second from bottom) was please to be asked to contribute to this wonderful magazine... stay tuned! When they add it to their website we'll share.

Meet the women who made this issue possible. ✨

This powerful group of women is responsible for the content you’ll find in our latest Spring 2026 Issue. They have poured their knowledge, creativity, and connection to the region into every page, with a special focus on celebrating the Women Farmers of the Kootenays.

Support local voices and learn more about our contributors when you get your copy of the Spring 2026 Issue. More details coming soon!

If you want to contribute to our next edition after this, the focus will be on Wellness in the Kootenays this time! Message us if you want to learn more. 💌

We had a great day with the team from  Kootenay Career Development Society   out at the farm for some Leadership Develop...
05/24/2026

We had a great day with the team from Kootenay Career Development Society out at the farm for some Leadership Development work with the horses 🐴✨

The group took part in a couple of different team challenges where they had to work together to guide the horses through obstacles and problem solve as a team.

Along the way there were lots of conversations about communication, active listening, leadership, body language, trust, and learning to slow down and really pay attention to both your teammates and the horse.

One of the things we love most about this work is watching people realize how much horses pick up on our energy and communication. The horses really do become part of the team!

Thanks KCDS for being willing to jump in, try new things, and learn alongside the herd 💛

Would your organization or business benefit from Leadership Development experiences like this? Visit our website to learn more about our Equine Assisted Learning programs ✨ .littleoasisequine.com/leadership-development

Hey Kootenay Folks! We have an abundance of last winters horse manure, we’d love to get into your gardens, yards, or flo...
05/23/2026

Hey Kootenay Folks!

We have an abundance of last winters horse manure, we’d love to get into your gardens, yards, or flower beds. Come and get it, by donation! 🌸💐 we are located in casino just up the mountain from Trail 

Please share and get the word out. Give us a call or text 2503682002. Happy spring!

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​4226 Casino Road
Trail, BC
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