10/09/2026
Another great afternoon with our friends from the Winston-Salem Street School. Always a pleasure to join them off campus at Bushel Barns - one of Riverwood TRC most cherished partners in this NC horse world!
🐴 It’s not just about moving a horse—it’s about building connection!
In this Equine-Assisted Learning (EAL) session, participants with little or no prior horse experience were asked to move a horse across the arena. They were given a halter and lead rope, but no step-by-step instructions.
That meant they had to get creative, communicate, and problem-solve to figure out how to invite the horse to come with them.
Along the way, they practiced:
✨ Problem-solving — trying different approaches and adjusting when something didn’t work.
✨ Communication — paying attention to body language and other nonverbal cues.
✨ Patience and adaptability — slowing down, making changes, and trying again.
✨ Confidence — taking on an unfamiliar challenge and, for some, simply feeling comfortable beside a large, unfamiliar animal.
✨ Connection and trust — learning that relationships are built through awareness, respect, and understanding—not force.
The biggest lesson wasn’t just about getting to the other side of the arena. It was about learning how to connect, adapt, and move forward together. 💚🐴
