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Heartland Equine Therapeutic Riding Academy (HETRA)

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Heartland Equine Therapeutic Riding Academy (HETRA)

HETRA (Heartland Equine Therapeutic Riding Academy) is an equine-assisted activities center.
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HETRA's mission is to improve the quality of life both physically and emotionally of adults and children with all abilities through equine assisted activities.

06/01/2026

👑🏇 The Race to Royalty has officially begun, and it's Week 1: Meet the Dashing Dozen!

Twelve dashing geldings are competing for a chance to advance and move one step closer to the crown. Check out this week's matchups and help decide who advances by voting with your donation!

🐴 Donate to your favorite horse in each matchup.
🏆 The horse with the most donations at the end of the week will advance to the Noble Eight!

Every vote supports HETRA's mission while helping your favorite gelding continue the race.

🔗 Cast your votes here: https://buff.ly/Zf24bV8

Who will advance? The choice is yours!

05/30/2026

During Mental Health Awareness Month, we want to highlight the powerful connection between horses and mental well-being. 💙🐴

Did you know horses have a unique ability to respond to human emotions and body language in real time? Their sensitivity encourages mindfulness, trust, emotional awareness, confidence, and connection in ways that are both powerful and calming.

Research has shown that equine-assisted services can help reduce anxiety, stress, depression, and PTSD symptoms, while supporting emotional regulation and overall mental wellness.

For many in the community, the barn becomes more than a space to interact with horses. It becomes a place to breathe deeply, feel accepted, build confidence, and experience peace in a world that can often feel overwhelming.

At HETRA, we witness the healing power of the horse-human connection every day, and we are grateful for the hope, encouragement, and comfort our horses help inspire. 💙

05/29/2026

⏰ Last call to submit your Race for Royalty brackets! 👑🐴

Time is running out to make your predictions for who will be crowned King, Queen, Prince, and Princess of the Barn Royal Court!

The tournament-style fundraiser officially begins June 1, and brackets must be submitted by 11:59PM on Sunday, May 31. Once the competition starts, no more entries will be accepted!

🏆 Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place brackets

🔗𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁: https://buff.ly/jMdZKzg
📚 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲𝘀 and learn their stories
⬇️ 𝗗𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗱 your bracket
📅 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 brackets online or in the barn by Sunday, May 31: https://buff.ly/FKtJSkR
🐴 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗯𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻𝘀: Monday, June 1

Get your picks in, cheer on your favorite horses, and follow the excitement all summer long as the Race for Royalty unfolds! 💙

05/28/2026

🎉 Join us in celebrating Gayle’s 3-year anniversary as HETRA’s Program Intake Coordinator! 🎉

From coordinating schedules to managing countless moving pieces each day, Gayle’s organization, adaptability, and steady approach help keep everything running smoothly for participants, families, staff, and volunteers alike. 💙

Gayle shares her “HETRA Why”:
"Being part of the HETRA team has been incredibly rewarding. In my role, I get to help participants and families begin their journey with HETRA and then watch their growth unfold over time through increased confidence, independence, and new skills."

Thank you, Gayle, for all you do to support our mission and the people we serve. We are so grateful for your dedication and heart! ✨

05/27/2026

☀️🐴 You’re invited to our Summer Miniature Horse Camps! 🐴☀️

Meet our adorable miniature horses, Blue, Stormy, Merry, and Lala, while building valuable life skills like communication, teamwork, and health and wellness. Kids will head home smiling, excited, and full of stories from their unforgettable time at the barn!💙

Camp is open to everyone and includes two fun-filled days of hands-on learning and horse interaction.

📍 HETRA Barn
10130 S. 222nd St.
Gretna, NE 68028

🕘 9:00–11:00 AM each day
💲 $90 per participant

📅 June Camp Dates:
🐴 Ages 5–8: June 9 & 10
🐴 Ages 5–12: June 17 & 18

⚠️ June spots are limited — sign up today!
https://buff.ly/rX1ATbz

05/26/2026

👏 Volunteer Shoutout: Cindy M. 👏

Since joining HETRA in March, Cindy has become a dedicated part of our weekly Barn Maintenance volunteer team. Her strong work ethic and willingness to jump in wherever needed does not go unnoticed! 💙

During one of her recent volunteer shifts, Cindy was the only volunteer on duty and took it upon herself to stay later to ensure everything was completed. That kind of dedication and heart truly makes a difference around the barn.

Thank you, Cindy, for going above and beyond to support HETRA and the horses, participants, and team who call this place home! 🐴✨

Want to make an impact like Cindy? We’re looking for barn maintenance volunteers to help keep our horses happy and our barn running smoothly. Sign up here: https://buff.ly/IyQf7ce

05/25/2026

This weekend is often marked as the unofficial start of summer.

But first, it is Memorial Day. 🇺🇸

At Heartland Equine Therapeutic Riding Academy, we pause to honor and remember the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice is the reason so many moments of freedom, healing, and connection are possible, including the quiet moments in the barn that we’re grateful for each day.

As we gather with family and friends this weekend, may we also take a moment to remember those who made that freedom possible. ❤️🤍💙

05/22/2026

This May, we’re celebrating Caroline G.’s 1-year anniversary as a Part-Time Horse Leader at HETRA! 💙

Over the past year, Caroline has become such a valued part of the back barn team through her dedication, flexibility, and willingness to jump in wherever help is needed. Her supervisor shares, “Her commitment to the HETRA team and willingness to step up to help with new tasks is greatly appreciated. Caroline is an asset to the back barn, always willing and able to jump in and help with whatever is needed at the time.”

We’re so thankful for the care and support Caroline brings to both our horses and team each day. Please join us in congratulating her on this milestone anniversary! 🐴✨

05/21/2026

🎬 Thursday, May 28 – Classics with a Cause at Quasar Drive-In!

Quasar Drive-In Theater in Valley, NE is supporting HETRA on Thursday, May 28 with a FREE showing of Groundhog Day on Screen 1, courtesy of Platinum Sponsor Dayspring Bank. This heartwarming story about second chances and seeing the good in every day is the perfect reason to enjoy a night under the stars. 🌟

📅 Date: Thursday, May 28
🕡 Gates Open: 6:30 PM
🌅 Movie Starts: At dusk
💻 Donate online anytime: https://buff.ly/PdFhwau

Come enjoy a fun evening at the drive-in, stop by to see us, and consider making a donation to support our mission. 💙🐴

05/20/2026

👑 Will your picks take the crown? 🐴

Our Race for Royalty brackets are officially open! Just like March Madness, you can fill out your bracket and predict which horses will earn the titles of King, Queen, Prince, and Princess of the Barn Royal Court.

The race begins June 1, with the geldings kicking things off and alternating weekly for 8 weeks. Winners will be crowned on August 3!

🏆 Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place brackets!

📅 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐛𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟑𝟏
⬇️ Download Bracket at www.HETRA.org
🎟️ Enter here: https://buff.ly/bTwO3T1

Donate, cheer, and follow along as your favorite horses race for royalty! 💙

Address

10130 S 222nd Street
Gretna, NE
68028

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+14023598830

Website

http://www.hetra.org/

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