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ANIMALS NORTH STATE PARENT FAMILY RESOURCE GUIDE FALL/WINTER 2020/2021
One of the many playful, colorful Lorikeets that can be seen in Turtle Bay’s Parrot Playhouse. The walk through aviary gives visitors the chance to have up-close interactions with these beautiful parrots as they land on their arm, head, or shoulder.
ing. Helps students become thoughtful, confident and safe equestrian athletes. Specially trained horses are provided for vaulting classes. Inquire about individual lesson horses. equestriansinharmony.com. (530) 200-3944.
GLENN COUNTY
Equestrians In Harmony; Orland. Provides classes & camps in equestrian vaulting
and English riding and jumping. Helps students become thoughtful, confident and safe equestrian athletes. Specially trained horses are provided for vaulting classes. Call about individual lesson horses. equestriansinharmony.com. 3995 County Rd S. (530) 200-3944.
SHASTA COUNTY
NorCal Trail Rides; Anderson. Year-round trail rides throughout Northern Califor- nia, Western & English riding lessons and horsemanship for all ages. Kids Camps (Spring-Fall), Girl Scout clinics, special occasion trail rides, horse clinics for kids & adults and more. norcaltrailrides.com. 21260 Hawes Rd. (530) 515-8958.
SISKIYOU COUNTY
Ananda Ranch; Grenada. Dr. Tricia Weldon is a health psychologist specializing in equine assisted trauma intervention. The Ananda Ranch program is open to every- one regardless of age or ability/disability. Ananda Ranch provides equine assisted awareness services to persons seeking unique therapeutic healing or emotional strengthening. Participants will experience self-improvement, personal enrichment and true unbridled bliss. anandaranch.org. (530) 925-2567.
Mt. Hermon Kidder Creek; Etna. High adventure and horse experiences for the outdoor enthusiast; a variety of group adventures available. kiddercreek.mounthermon.org.
2700 S. Kidder Creek Rd. (530) 467-3265. Rockin’ Maddy Ranch; Yreka. Offers scenic trail rides with stunning views of Mt Shas- ta, pony rides, riding lessons and horse- drawn carriage. Call first. rockinmaddyranch.com. (530) 340-2100. VS Equine; Mt. Shasta. Offers a compre- hensive training program which empha- sizes safe and enjoyable trail riding and sound horsemanship from the ground up. VS Equine works with sensory and trail obstacles and frequently rides out on the trail and in the wilderness. vsequine@gmail.com. vsequine.com. (530) 925-2608.
OTHER AREAS
Coffee Creek Ranch; Trinity Center. Guest ranch offering ranch-stay packages. Sum- mer youth programs for ages 3-17, Trinity Alps Wilderness Area pack trips, plus Ride
& Dine activities (horseback riding & meal). Special events, family reunions and confer- ence facilities available. coffeecreekranch. com. 4310 Coffee Creek Rd. (800) 624-4480. Greenhorn Ranch; Quincy. A western paradise for people who love horseback riding, fishing, swimming, hiking, moun- tain biking, fresh mountain air, blue skies, spectacular views, starry nights and un- conditional relaxation. Features fun special events for the entire family. greenhornranch.com. 2116 Greenhorn Ranch Rd. (530) 283-0930.
EQUINE RESCUES & SANCTUARIES
SISKIYOU COUNTY
Humanity For Horses; Mt. Shasta. Private sanctuary operating as a nonprofit, devoted to rescuing horses and animals from slaughter, abuse, neglect and abandon- ment, providing them sanctuary for the rest of their lives. Large specialized Thorough- bred program. humanityforhorses.org. (530) 926-9990.
PETS
BUTTE COUNTY
Butte Humane Society/Spay & Neuter Clinic; Chico. Animal adoptions, spay & neuters, assistance foster program and volunteer opportunities for ages 12 & up. buttehumane.org. Dog Adoption Center, 2579 Fair St. & Cat Adoption Center,
587 Country Dr. (530) 343-7917.
Chico Cat Coalition. A no-kill, nonprofit volunteer-run shelter working to rescue, house, heal, love and rehome adoptable cats in the greater Chico area. Always wel- comes new volunteers. chicocatcoalition.org. 629 Entler Ave. (530) 894-1365.
Paradise Animal Shelter. Animal adoptions, volunteer opportunities and education program for schools & organi- zations. townofparadise.com/index.php/ animalshelter. 925American Way
(530) 872-6275.
PAWS Of Oroville Clinic. Offers low-cost spay/neuter procedures & vaccines. Dental work & small medical procedures on dogs and cats. pawsoforovilleclinic.com. 3557 Oro Dam Blvd., E. (530) 534-0900.
PAWS Of Chico Spay & Neuter Program. Aids with the cost of spaying or neutering cats & dogs for pet owners who are strug- gling financially. Apply or donate online or by mail at PO Box 93. chicospayneuter.org. (530) 895-2109.
GLENN COUNTY
Walker Street Veterinary Clinic; Orland. Treats all animal pets, livestock and exotics. Also offers monthly low-cost vaccination clinics. 512 Walker St. (530) 865-3630.
of age or ability/disability. Ananda Ranch provides equine assisted awareness services to persons seeking unique therapeutic healing or emotional strengthening. Participants will expe- rience self-improvement, personal enrichment and true unbridled bliss. anandaranch.org. (530) 925-2567.
HealTherapy, Inc.; Yreka. Provides compre- hensive behavioral health services to the rural communities and associated agencies of Siskiyou County. HealTherapy specializes in equestrian facilitated psychotherapy
& equine assisted experiential learning. Equine programs include certified eques- trian therapeutic instructors. Empowers clients to navigate life challenges and re- gain natural balance in a supportive, caring and compassionate environment. Summer Horse Program for youth. Call for current hours. heal-therapy.com. 1833 S. Oregon St. (530) 842-3455.
Stable Hands; Yreka. Services for ages 4 & up. Stable Hands’ mission is to improve the physical, mental and social health of people living with disabilities through equine as- sisted activities. Therapeutic horsemanship program consists of two 8-week sessions
in the spring & fall and one 4-week session in the summer. Horses Helping Heroes program consists of three 8-week sessions. stablehands.org. Call for current hours. 1011 4th St., Ste. 3. (530) 842-3082.
EQUINE: CLUBS, LESSONS & CAMPS FOR YOUTH
MULTIPLE COUNTIES
4H Equine Education. Youth program that offers a wide variety of equine projects
including horsemanship, breeding, draft, drill, driving, English & Western, gymkhana, judging, miniature, trail riding and ponies. 4h.ucanr.edu/Projects/STEM/SET_Projects/ EquineEducation.
Butte County. (530) 538-7201. Glenn County. (530) 865-1110. Shasta County. (530) 224-4900. Siskiyou County. (530) 842-2711. Tehama County. (530) 527-3101.
United States Pony Clubs, Inc. National horsemanship program for youth to age 25. Develops character, leadership, confidence and a sense of community by teaching
the care of horses and ponies, riding and mounted sports. Call for info on starting a Pony Club or joining an existing club or center. ponyclub.org. (859) 254-7669.
BUTTE COUNTY
Almond Country Farms Equestrian Center; Durham. Lesson program includes riding (Western or English) and horse care. Summer camps offered. 2304 Hutton Way. (530) 895-3540.
Equestrians In Harmony; Chico & Oroville. Provides classes & camps in equestrian vaulting and English riding and jump-
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Chia Seeds for Horses Fundraiser
Have you HERD about the benefits of feeding Chia seeds to your horse? Visit AllforaRanch.com or call (530) 200-0146 for details.
Fundraising proceeds benefit Anni’s Herd as seen in North State Parent Magazine, northstateparent.com/horses