We provide opportunities for growth through horse-related activities for individuals with special needs. Riders learn safety and responsibility which can help them transition to independent living by feeding, grooming, and prepping their horses. In addition to developing better muscle tone and balance, riders experience improved coordination, mobility, sensory integration and attention.
Through our program, riders improve their problem-solving skills, empathy, impulse control and much more. Help us continue to benefit the special needs community in Brown County and the surrounding areas.
Through our program, riders improve their problem-solving skills, empathy, impulse control and much more. Help us continue to benefit the special needs community in Brown County and the surrounding areas.
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About Us
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Founded in 1992, SPURS is one of the oldest and largest therapeutic horseback riding centers in South Dakota. It was started by a group of community-minded folks and incorporated as a nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of people with disabilities. Founding members included horse owners Pat and Jim Bishop and Vi Stoia.
Volunteers
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Volunteering makes it possible for children and adults facing special challenges to experience the unique joys of learning to ride, caring for animals and bonding with their horses, fellow riders, instructors and volunteer helpers. Our volunteers often comment that although they came to give, they end up receiving so much more back.
Horses
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SPURS horses are donated, loaned or purchased by SPURS with budgeted funds or grant money. Horses are carefully screened based on health, soundness, disposition and the quality of their gaits. Each one is unique, and all have their own distinct personalities. SPURS' herd of 18 horses represents a number of different breeds, sizes, ages, and conformations.
Riders
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SPURS serves children and adults with a wide range of special needs, such as cerebral palsy, developmental delays, sensory integration disorder, learning disabilities, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, visual impairment, mental health issues and behavior challenges.
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SPURS wants to hear from you! You are formally invited to visit our facility north of Aberdeen. Whether you want to volunteer, have therapeutic needs, become a donor or just watch the transformations that take place during our classes, please come! Help us continue to benefit the special needs community in Brown County and the surrounding areas.
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