Military Programs

For more than four thousand years, horses have been an integral part of warfare. Today, horses are still playing an important role in war, this time in the recovery of military veterans who have suffered emotional and/or physical injuries. Clinical evidence and generations of human experience show that horses have a special ability to help people work through emotional barriers without shame or stigma. Pal-O-Mine Equestrian is an EAGALA DESIGNATED MILITARY PROGRAM. This designation asserts that Eagala Certified Professionals working with the military have specialized training and experience in the military community. Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) sessions at the farm are action, not talk, and are offered to individuals, families, and groups.

Pal-O-Mine Equestrian offers programs to the following through subsidized grant funding:

Veterans from Vietnam, Gulf War, Iraq and Afghanistan
Service men and women who fought in Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation New Dawn, Operation Enduring Freedom and Active Duty Service Members
9-11 and First Responders
Family members and caregivers

2023 Calendar of Events

FALL-IN FRIDAYS FALL SERIES 1000-1100 Cost Free: Open to veterans, active service members, first responders, firefighters and police. Build a relationship with your equine partner and meet friends while learning about horses. 2023 Fall-In Friday Fall Series begins September 15 and runs through December 15.

For additional information about our military programs, email military@pal-o-mine.org