CATRA-thon is a day when riders, family members, volunteers, and friends come together and have fun while supporting the Capital Area Therapeutic Riding Association. Riders on horses; mini horse parade; Silent Auction; Great Food. Make plans to join us; It won't be complete without you.
The Capital Area Therapeutic Riding Association (CATRA), located in Grantville, PA and founded by Ben and Shirley Nolt, began offering therapeutic riding in the Fall of 1985.Today, CATRA works with a wide variety of riders ranging from 12 months through senior citizens. Riders from seven local counties and beyond participate on a weekly basis.
The Capital Area Therapeutic Riding Association (CATRA), located in Grantville, PA and founded by Ben and Shirley Nolt, began offering therapeutic riding in the Fall of 1985.Today, CATRA works with a wide variety of riders ranging from 12 months through senior citizens. Riders from seven local counties and beyond participate on a weekly basis.
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CATRA Creatures Campaign: Support our animals
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Last year, you contributed $84,700 helping to ensure continued care for the animals. It is still the case that every dollar raised will purchase grain, dog food, cat food, hay, veterinarian care, or other necessities of our therapy animals. Although the last several months have been a challenge for all of us, the therapy animals have been well cared for.
New Riders
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Fall session typically begins the last Monday in September and also lasts a minimum of 8 weeks. Winter/Spring session typically begins the final Monday in January and lasts 14 weeks or more. Lessons are generally scheduled for the same day and time each week. Once you have completed the rider application and site visit, you can identify your availability for lessons at CATRA.
Summer Scheduling
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New riders must have fully completed and submitted the New Rider Application. Returning riders are required to complete a Rider Medical Update with their physician every three (3) years. If you are unsure if the form is due, feel free to contact us. To allow placement in compatible groups, please identify as many possible days and times rider is available.
Volunteers
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CATRA is a working horse farm which is also home to a number of other therapy animals including goats, dogs, cats, rabbits, chickens, and alpaca. We are a volunteer-run organization. Volunteers assist with therapeutic riding lessons; feed and care for our therapy animals; provide grounds and garden care; plan events and fundraisers; serve on our board; assist with administrative work, and more.
Volunteer Application
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CATRA is an all-volunteer organization. Volunteers 13 years of age and older may volunteer at CATRA; Volunteers under the age of 18 must have parent or guardian permission. Volunteers under the age of 13 are required to be accompanied and supervised by a parent or guardian. This may take the form of matching donations, financial contributions, sponsorship of events, and more.
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