Olive's Branch Healing

01/01/2025

Happy New Year from OBH! 🎉

“Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?” – Isaiah 43:18-19

As we say goodbye to 2024, we are filled with gratitude for all we’ve achieved together. Thank you for being part of our journey and helping us restore horses and people this year.

✨ Looking ahead, we’re thrilled to welcome 2025 with big plans, including the launch of our new location in March!

Here’s to a year of growth, hope, and blessings. Happy New Year from all of us at OBH!

12/30/2024

Last weeks fundraiser was a success. You help us achieve waaaaay beyond what we our goal was. We are at the 50% fundraising amount. With this, we are thankful. This week we would like to continue the momentum in fundraising for 40 bales of hay. Even though the weather is acting funny, the horse is still need hay to keep warm. Would you be willing to donate to our hay fundraiser this week?

You can help us reach this goal in the following ways:
🐴 Share this post on your social media
🐴 Send this post to someone directly via text or messenger
🐴 Verbally tell someone or a group you attend about OBH and why the Winter Hay Fund is so important
🐴 If you have hay that you’d like to donate reach out to us
🐴 Become an OBH hero by donating a bale of hay ($6 each) to the Winter Hay Fund GoFundMe

https://gofund.me/7e207e9a

12/25/2024

Merry Christmas from OBH! 🎄

“For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given; and the government shall be upon His shoulder: and His name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The Mighty God, The Everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.” – Isaiah 9:6

As we celebrate this season of hope and joy, we want to thank you for being part of the OBH journey this year. Your support has brought so much love and care to our horses and our community.

Wishing you and your loved ones a Christmas filled with peace, joy, and blessings!

From all of us at OBH, Merry Christmas!



Collaborations : GVI - Group Violence Intervention York, PA Right Foot Ranch, Inc.

12/24/2024

OBH folks take a read 😎 and Merry Christmas Eve!

Hunting the Release

We've got to get them looking for the ever important Release. After all, pressure is motivational (whether it is negative or positive reinforcement pressure -positive withholds a food reward or a "click," until the behavior is presented), and the Release teaches the horse that they have figured out what we want.

Many times I get horses in training that are not used to getting a Release, they are mentally numb or physically numb. They are distant and they don't engage by asking questions along the way. They've been over pressured and so they are running away mentally (or physically!), or they've been under pressured (no real expectation with accountability) and so they are also distant and dull eyed because everything the person does in the end means nothing.

Pressure is a fickle thing; too much and you blow them up, too little and they never grow, or worse yet, they pressure you.

I cannot express enough how important it is to have a deliberate approach to the effective phase (step by step, or think like Dominoes falling one by one 😉). If our approach is deliberate, no matter how fast or slow things happen, our RELEASE can by so much better, maybe even perfect.

When the horse learns to hunt or look for the release, that means they are engaged with us, they are seeking an answer, they are mentally alert and physically aware. An engaged horse is a Calm horse that Understands how his life works, how to keep himself in comfort.

It is our most important job to keep learning how to, and perfecting being Active, starting at the "weight of a fly" and then deliberately advancing until we are Effective. And then being *QUIET* immediately upon a "try" or completion of our signal, ask or direction...this is what gets a horse "hunting the release."

Happy Saturday,
Kalley



Weaver Equine

12/23/2024

This week’s goal is the fundraise for 40 bales of hay 😁 thank you, thank you, thank you to all who have donated. We have hit our 50% mark of our weekly goal, so 15 bales we have fundraised for and we have you to thank.

You can help us reach this goal in the following ways:
🐴 Share this post on your social media
🐴 Send this post to someone directly via text or messenger
🐴 Verbally tell someone or a group you attend about OBH and why the Winter Hay Fund is so important
🐴 If you have hay that you’d like to donate reach out to us
🐴 Become an OBH hero by donating a bale of hay ($6 each) to the Winter Hay Fund GoFundMe

https://gofund.me/7e207e9a

12/23/2024

We have now raised 23% of our total winter hay fund goal! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 This weeks goal is the fundraise for 30 bales of hay 😁 thank you, thank you, thank you to all who have donated, shared posts, and told others about this need. Your support helps us to keep our hard working herd warm as they help people to heal and grow this winter.

You can help us reach this goal in the following ways:
🐴 Share this post on your social media
🐴 Send this post to someone directly via text or messenger
🐴 Verbally tell someone or a group you attend about OBH and why the Winter Hay Fund is so important
🐴 If you have hay that you’d like to donate reach out to us
🐴 Become an OBH hero by donating a bale of hay ($6 each) to the Winter Hay Fund GoFundMe

https://gofund.me/7e207e9a

12/20/2024

We have now raised 20% of our total winter hay fund goal! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 This means we have met this week’s goal to raise enough for 40 bales of hay 😁 thank you, thank you, thank you to all who have donated, shared posts, and told others about this need. Your support helps us to keep our hard working herd warm as they help people to heal and grow this winter.

Next week’s goal will be announced on Monday!

You can help us reach this goal in the following ways:
🐴 Share this post on your social media
🐴 Send this post to someone directly via text or messenger
🐴 Verbally tell someone or a group you attend about OBH and why the Winter Hay Fund is so important
🐴 If you have hay that you’d like to donate reach out to us
🐴 Become an OBH hero by donating a bale of hay ($6 each) to the Winter Hay Fund GoFundMe

12/18/2024

Our horses are the heart of Olive Branch Healing, and as winter approaches, they need your support!

We’re raising funds to stock up on 360 bales of hay for Olive, Sweet Girl, Sunday, Kandi, and Shade. Each bale costs $6, and every little bit helps us reach our $2,260 goal.

Your donation ensures our horses stay healthy and ready to continue their healing work with our participants.

💚 Support the herd today: https://gofund.me/7e207e9a

12/18/2024

We also have Amazon wishlists for each horse and a general wishlist to support OBH’s specific needs. Feel free to check them out and see how you can help.

OBH General: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1WARHO02ABCSW?ref_=wl_share

Olive: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3PAE804T4X7QS?ref_=wl_share

Sweet Girl: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AK52UWFUBYA1?ref_=wl_share

Sunday: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/10I9C2D5YQ55L?ref_=wl_share

Kandi: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/FDOM1XI1GUP4?ref_=wl_share

Shade: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2R5MYA35YNZ18?ref_=wl_share

12/18/2024

Every contribution helps ensure their comfort during these chilly months.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/donate-to-keep-obh-horses-warm-this-winter?attribution_id=sl:62fe445d-a5d1-4ecf-ad7a-ed30c0a7e974&utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link

12/17/2024

Winter is here, and our hay fundraiser is currently at 18% of our overall goal! We have a smaller goal of fundraising for 40 bales by the end of this week. We have currently fundraised for 35. Our goal right now is to approach the winter hay fundraiser in small bite sizes. Not trying to bite more than we can chew.

Every contribution helps ensure their comfort during these chilly months.

Thank you to everyone that has donated.

Support the Herd! With the seasons changing, we are gearing up for winte… Emmanuel Eshun needs your support for Donate to Keep OBH Horses Warm This Winter

12/16/2024

We have now raised 13% of our total winter hay fund goal! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

OBH’s Annual Winter Hay Fund started in 2020 and has been integral in supporting the herd as they help people heal through the winter. With winter weather already in effect we have made a short term goal to raise enough for 40 bales of hay by THIS Friday!

You can help us reach this goal in the following ways:
🐴 Share this post on your social media
🐴 Send this post to someone directly via text or messenger
🐴 Verbally tell someone or a group you attend about OBH and why the Winter Hay Fund is so important
🐴 If you have hay that you’d like to donate reach out to us
🐴 Become an OBH hero by donating a bale of hay ($6 each) to the Winter Hay Fund GoFundMe

Let’s get to 40 bales!!!

https://gofund.me/7b4eabf4

12/16/2024

Every Bale Counts!

Winter is coming, and we need 360 bales of hay to keep our horses warm, healthy, and ready to work their magic. Each bale costs just $6.

Can you help us reach our $2,260 Winter Hay Fund goal?
Together, we can keep Olive, Sweet Girl, Sunday, Kandi, and Shade happy and healthy this season.

💚 Every little bit helps: https://gofund.me/7e207e9a

Thank you for being part of our Olive Branch Healing family!

Support the Herd! With the seasons changing, we are gearing up for winte… Emmanuel Eshun needs your support for Donate to Keep OBH Horses Warm This Winter

12/16/2024

Support the Herd this Winter!

The seasons are changing, and our horses—Olive, Sweet Girl, Sunday Morning, Kandi, and Shade—need your help to stay warm and healthy!

We’re raising $2,260 for our Winter Hay Fund to provide 360 bales of quality hay, ensuring our herd has the fiber they need to thrive during the cold months. 🐴

Every donation fuels the vital work our horses do at Olive Branch Healing, empowering participants with healing, growth, and connection.

Would you consider donating today?
👉 https://gofund.me/7e207e9a

Thank you for helping us care for the he

Support the Herd! With the seasons changing, we are gearing up for winte… Emmanuel Eshun needs your support for Donate to Keep OBH Horses Warm This Winter

12/10/2024

Meet Scout and Beau! We have been blessed to work with both of these handsome young men and their amazing owners this fall/winter.

Training with Olive’s Branch Healing is about nurturing the special bond between owner and horse through experiential learning activities, horsemanship, and general horse ownership education. Our goal is to help both humans and horses develop a safe and mutual understanding of each other in preparation for their next steps in the saddle.

We can come to you (location dependent) or you can come to us. Custom packages are available to suit the needs of individuals and families. We are grateful for the opportunity to support horse owners as they build a deeper partnership with their horse.

Thinking of getting someone their first horse this Christmas? You can help set the new owner and their horse up for success by giving the gift of Private Owner Horsemanship Sessions with Olive’s Branch Healing! Reach out today to learn more.

12/04/2024

Hi! It’s Sweet Girl here aka SG. I just wanted to say thank you all so much who have given to our Winter Hay Fund so far. We’ve reached 9% of our goal! If you want to learn more about what we do and support us as we help people heal you can find more info at the link below. Thanks for keeping us warm! 💋🐴

https://www.gofundme.com/f/donate-to-keep-obh-horses-warm-this-winter?attribution_id=sl:62fe445d-a5d1-4ecf-ad7a-ed30c0a7e974&utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link

11/22/2024

Your Impact in Action

When you give to our Winter Hay Fund, you’re not just helping horses—you’re helping people heal.

At OBH, we provide equine-assisted services to empower participants of all backgrounds, abilities, and identities. Together, horses and humans experience restoration and growth.

Help us reach our goal of $2,260 to keep the herd healthy through winter.

💖 Donate now: https://gofund.me/7b4eabf4
Every $6 provides a bale of hay—and a whole lot of love!

Support the Herd! With the seasons changing, we are gearing up for winte… Emmanuel Eshun needs your support for Donate to Keep OBH Horses Warm This Winter

11/21/2024

Meet the Herd You’re Supporting!

At Olive Branch Healing, our horses are more than just animals—they’re healers, teachers, and companions. Here’s who your donation helps this winter through our Winter Hay Fund:

🐴 Olive (Mayor Mare): The sassy, sweet, and loving leader of our herd. In her 30s, she adores walks, grooming, and caring attention to her arthritic knee. Olive is a gentle soul who knows when you need comfort.

🐴 Sweet Girl (SG): At 10 years old, SG is our youngest and sweetest member. A retired racehorse with a heart full of love, she’s learning to thrive in her slower-paced life.

🐴 Sunday Morning: A resilient mustang cross, Sunday has blossomed with trust and confidence. At 12 years old, he’s now a barn favorite, helping riders of all ages grow and learn.

🐴 Kandi (Kandi Girl): Our tallest at 17.1hh, Kandi is a 14-year-old OTTB working through past pain with incredible courage. She teaches patience, boundaries, and trust to everyone she meets.

🐴 Shade (Shady Boo): The newest addition to our herd, Shade is an 18-year-old gaited horse with a smooth-as-butter trot. Playful and smart, Shade loves his work and shines as a teacher.

By donating to our Winter Hay Fund, you ensure these incredible horses have the hay they need to stay warm, healthy, and ready to continue their life-changing work.

📅 Goal: $2,260 by April 2025
💸 Cost: $6 per bale

Support Olive, Sweet Girl, Sunday Morning, Kandi, and Shade today:

Thank you for helping us provide care for the herd that brings healing to so many!

Support the Herd! With the seasons changing, we are gearing up for winte… Emmanuel Eshun needs your support for Donate to Keep OBH Horses Warm This Winter