4-H Therapeutic Adventure Camp of Orange

06/18/2026

Another fun-filled day at camp!

In Crafts, campers worked on their farm dioramas, created horse door hangers, and made our special auction piece.

During Activity Discovery, campers enjoyed bubbles, played a lively game of ground Tic-Tac-Toe, and planted flowers to take home and enjoy.

In the riding ring, campers brought their competitive spirit as they navigated egg-and-spoon, obstacle courses and tested their skills during a spirited game of Musical Cones.

Our entertainment for the day was music by Reverend Cody Neal, who kept everyone smiling and engaged.

Today’s snack was generously provided by Christ Anglican Church. Thank you for your support of our campers and program!

06/17/2026

Today in Crafts, campers continued working on their farm dioramas, painted birdhouses, and decorated pumpkins.

During Activity Discovery, campers enjoyed blowing bubbles, exploring a shaving cream sensory activity, and conducting a colorful magic milk experiment.

In the riding ring, campers practiced their horsemanship skills through games of Red Light, Green Light and Musical Cones.

For entertainment, campers were visited by Starfield Farm Petting Zoo, where they had the opportunity to interact with a variety of animals.

Today’s snack was generously provided by Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Rapidan.

06/16/2026

What a spectacular day at camp! ☀️

Our campers stayed busy from morning until afternoon with a lineup full of fun, creativity, and big surprises. Here is a look at what we got up to today:

In the Ring: Campers officially met their horse buddies for the week! They saddled up, found their balance, and really started getting into the swing of riding. 🐎

Arts & Crafts: Creativity was in full bloom! We kicked off our farm diorama projects, painted some beautiful stepping stones to take home, and practiced gratitude by writing thank-you cards. 🎨

A Special Visit: A huge thank you to the County of Orange Fire & EMS for stopping by! The kids absolutely loved getting to tour the ambulance and meet some of our local heroes. 🚑💨

Recreation: Energy levels were high during free time! We played some epic games of giant tic-tac-toe and made some serious waves with the parachute. 🪂

Activity Discovery: We turned into nature detectives for a lively nature hunt and a competitive round of bingo! 🌲🔍

🍿 A Huge Thank You: Another special shout-out to Orange Baptist Church for today's delicious snacks and keeping our campers fueled up for all the action!

We can't wait to see what tomorrow brings! Check out some highlights from our day in the photos below. 👇More photos from today will be coming after camp concludes!

06/16/2026

05/29/2026

🐴 Camp Prep in Full Swing! 📦

Our incredible committee is working hard behind the scenes to get everything prepped and perfect before the first morning of camp!

If you generously purchased an item from our wishlist, first of all—THANK YOU! Your support means the world to our campers and horses.

To help us stay organized and hit the ground running, we would love to collect all wishlist items before camp starts. This will give our team plenty of time to sort and pack everything into its proper place.

How to drop off/coordinate: Please send us a quick email at [email protected] so we can figure out the best way to get your items!

We appreciate this amazing community so much. We can't wait to see everyone soon!

05/19/2026

Just 6 Days Left! ⏰🐴✨
We are heading into the final stretch to get camp-ready, and our community has already been so incredibly generous! If you’ve been meaning to check out our Summer Camp Wish List, there is still time to lend a helping hand.

It takes a village (and a lot of supplies!) to create a safe, magical experience for our riders. We are looking to check off the final items for our daily horse care, safety gear, creative craft sessions, and end-of-camp celebrations.

Every single item ordered makes a direct difference for our campers! 💙

How You Can Help:
1 View the Wish List: https://www.myregistry.com/giftlist/TACO2026
2 Order by Monday, May 25: Ordering by Monday ensures everything arrives in time for our final preparations.
3 Share This Post: A quick share helps us cross the finish line!

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for supporting our riders and making this summer unforgettable.

05/17/2026

🎉 WE ARE FULLY STAFFED! TACO Camp 2026 is Ready to Ride! 🎉

The community answered the call, and we are absolutely thrilled to announce that all of our volunteer positions are officially filled! From our side-walkers to our horse handlers, discovery leaders, and assistants—our roster is complete, and our team is ready to make magic happen for 15 incredible campers this June.

🐴 A Massive Thank You!
We are endlessly grateful to everyone who filled out an application, reached out, and shared our posts over the last few weeks. It truly takes a village, and the Orange County community showed up in a big way to support our therapeutic horsemanship program.

What’s Next?
If you applied, keep an eye on your inbox and messages! We will be reaching out soon with details regarding volunteer schedules and training as we count down to June 16–19.

🎁 Want to Support Us in Another Way? Check Out Our Wish List!

Even though our volunteer roster is locked in, you can still play a huge part in making camp a success. We have created a camp wish list with supplies, gear, and items needed to give our campers the best week ever!

🔗 Check out the Wish List here: myregistry.com/giftlist/TACO2026
Thank you for your incredible generosity and for sending your good vibes our way as we finalize our camp prep. We can't wait to share updates and photos with you all next month! 🌟✨

05/13/2026

🌟 URGENT: We Still Need You for TACO Camp 2026! 🌟

We’ve extended our volunteer deadline to May 22, and we are looking for a few more incredible people to help make this an unforgettable experience for our 15 campers!
Whether you're a horse pro or just love supporting your community, there is a spot for you.

Camp Details:
• Dates: June 16 – June 19
• Tuesday – Thursday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
• Friday: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
• Flexibility: You do not have to be available every day! Even if you can only help for 1 or 2 days, your time makes a huge difference.

Current Needs:
• Side-walkers (5-7): Assist our campers directly during their sessions.
• Horse Experienced Handler (1): Help manage our equine teammates.
• Activity Discovery Leader (1): Lead the charge in fun, discovery-based sessions!
• Group Assistant (1-2): Provide extra hands and heart where it’s needed most.

How to Apply:
🔗 Apply Online: 4htaco.weebly.com/applications.html
📞 Call or Text: 540-308-0433
📧 Email: [email protected]
Deadline: May 22, 2026

Please share this post! Every share helps us find the team we need to ensure our campers have the best week of their summer. Let’s do this! 🐴✨

05/08/2026

You Asked, We Listened! 🐴✨

Our community has been incredible about asking how to help make our 2026 Summer Camp a success. To make supporting us as easy as possible, we have officially launched our Camp Wish List!

It takes a variety of supplies to create a great experience for our riders—from essential horse supplies to the daily cleaning and safety items that keep camp running smoothly. We are also gathering supplies for our creative craft sessions and end-of-camp celebrations.

How You Can Help:
1. View our Wish List here: https://www.myregistry.com/giftlist/TACO2026

2. Order by May 21: Every contribution, large or small, helps us prepare.

3. Spread the word: A quick share of this post helps us reach more "helping hands."

Thank you for your continued support of our mission and our riders!

05/04/2026

I am speechless. In less than 45 minutes this wish was fulfilled! ❤️🍀

🐴 Help Our New Campers Ride with Confidence!

We are gearing up for our upcoming season and are so excited to welcome new campers to the arena! To ensure every rider has the support they need, we are looking to purchase two small Therapeutic Riding Harnesses.

These specialized gait belts provide our instructors and side-walkers with secure handholds, helping our campers maintain balance and safety while on horseback.

🎯 Our Goal
Need: 1 Small Harness (2 would be even better!)

Item: Therapeutic Riding Harness / Gait Belt

💡 How You Can Help
If you would like to sponsor a harness or contribute toward the purchase, we would be incredibly grateful for your support.

View the item here: freedomrider.com/product/therapeutic-riding-harness-gait-belt/

To Donate: Please contact Jessica Gredler at [email protected] if you’re interested in donating or have any questions.

Every bit of support helps us get these kids in the saddle safely. Thank you for being part of our community and making a difference in these campers' lives!