Bright Star Ranch

Bright Star Ranch Bright Star Ranch offers equine assisted activities in a variety of ways.

I love that we have the opportunity to make an impact on people AND that even when they move away, they plan ahead to ma...
03/28/2025

I love that we have the opportunity to make an impact on people AND that even when they move away, they plan ahead to make sure they have a lesson spot available while they're in town! ❤️🐴 That just shows they've experienced the difference equine assisted services can make.

03/26/2025

Biker wanted us to tell everyone that sign the next Books in the Barn (April 24th) and Summer Camps (June) are both online and deadlines to sign up are quickly approaching!! He wants to see all of the kids out here. So, go to the events tab on our website (brightstarranch.net) and sign up or RSVP today! These will be the ONLY chances to come out and see the horses until the Fall. Don't miss out!

Ya'll know we love our holiday lessons. This week we went on Shamrock Scavenger hunts. Of course, everyone had to be dre...
03/22/2025

Ya'll know we love our holiday lessons. This week we went on Shamrock Scavenger hunts. Of course, everyone had to be dressed to go "hunting" and they did not disappoint when it came to the costumes! 🥰

Well, we discovered this week that the big horses like grapes. Biker nodded his head up and down in excitement after eat...
03/21/2025

Well, we discovered this week that the big horses like grapes. Biker nodded his head up and down in excitement after eating each one. The minis on the other hand were not a fan. Much like the smaller people in many of our lives, they are more picky eaters that the big ones around here. 😂

Happy first day of Spring!!! Welcome to the season of flowers, pollen and (for us) LOTS of horsehair!!!You can ask all t...
03/20/2025

Happy first day of Spring!!!

Welcome to the season of flowers, pollen and (for us) LOTS of horsehair!!!

You can ask all the participants, they've already been going home with "souvenirs" after each lesson. (Lint brushes may need to be added to the list of requirements for Spring lessons in the future. 😆)

Today is also International Day of Happiness and what says happiness better than time with horses? We may be biased but we think that they are at the top of the list!!!

Spoiler alert...heartfelt post!!Today, we had the BEST day! We were able to utilize Biker for a therapeutic riding lesso...
03/20/2025

Spoiler alert...heartfelt post!!

Today, we had the BEST day! We were able to utilize Biker for a therapeutic riding lesson that was a blessing in so many ways! Not only was he able to use his muscles to help strengthen those of someone else but he provided a way for dreams to come true for her again and be able to ride a horse.

This precious lady spent 14 years volunteering for a therapeutic center in Missouri and we got the privilege of providing that same type of therapy to her today. It was so heartwarming for us to be gifted the opportunity to do something like that and to know that we had the means to be able to do it is all because of people who believe in what we do and donate to our fundraisers, monthly support, events, etc. that allow us to say "yes" when we are called upon. What YOU do matters in what WE do!! Thank you to the volunteers that were able to help today as well. We all drove away from the ranch with full hearts today! ❤️🩶

In case you were wondering, this is what spoiled looks like. 😄 Biker had to get started back on his antihistamines today...
03/18/2025

In case you were wondering, this is what spoiled looks like. 😄 Biker had to get started back on his antihistamines today and he wasn't wanting to eat his grains. (The medicine is mixed in and you can smell it pretty strongly.) We had to mix in some of the crushed up treats and hand feed him to get him to eat. 🤦‍♀️

On that note, we are on the last bag of treats. For those that like to send that as part of your contribution to the ranch, I will add the links in the comments. Also, it looks like we're going to be spending between now and September mixing in fruits and veggies to get Biker to eat and take his medicine, so he doesn't scratch sores all over himself. So, if anyone wants to donate to his "fresh food fund", we won't be mad at that either. 😮‍💨

Just a little St. Patrick's Day humor. If you've been around Bright Star Ranch very many times you know a few things to ...
03/17/2025

Just a little St. Patrick's Day humor.

If you've been around Bright Star Ranch very many times you know a few things to be certain:
- Our horses RARELY roll in the stalls (except Sophie immediately after a bath🤦‍♀️)
- The stalls are clean
- Everyone but Biker has occasional grass stains from the rolling the do all over the pasture 🤷‍♀️
- Grooming is one of the BEST parts of being around horses 🥰

All the good stories from Books in the Barn not only have the kids excited about reading but Biker is excited too! He's ...
03/16/2025

All the good stories from Books in the Barn not only have the kids excited about reading but Biker is excited too! He's practicing his letter recognition skills until the next time you guys get here, which will be sooner than later.

By popular request, on April 24th, we will have another Books in the Barn event! You can go to the event calendar and RSVP with your time/horse preference. Then watch your email for your confirmation and payment details to secure your spot. Reservations are already being made by some who participated last time and are excited to come again. So, don't wait, go to www.brightstarranch.net/event-calendar to RSVP today!

This month's edition of The Hoofbeat has some more opportunities for your child to come out and visit the ranch as well ...
03/13/2025

This month's edition of The Hoofbeat has some more opportunities for your child to come out and visit the ranch as well as some news we've been excited about. We hope you enjoy reading about our progress at the ranch.

Is anyone else feeling lucky? Luck is definitely not something that I have much of (or any, if I'm being honest) but when I think about my job at Bright Star Ranch, the people I get to work with, and the progress we get to make as individuals and as a non-profit, I ABSOLUTELY feel lucky!! Mrs. Debbi...

Don't forget about Summer Camp! You have until April 30th to sign up and finalize your registration. There are limited s...
03/11/2025

Don't forget about Summer Camp! You have until April 30th to sign up and finalize your registration. There are limited spots. So don't wait until they're gone!

Go to the event page on our website www.brightstarranch.net to sign up today!

Sending big birthday wishes to this little firecracker! She is always happy to get here and spend some time with the hor...
03/10/2025

Sending big birthday wishes to this little firecracker! She is always happy to get here and spend some time with the horses and the smiles and giggles are so fun! Happy birthday A!

Don't forget to turn back the clocks tonight! We won't have to turn on all the lights to shut the place down at the end ...
03/09/2025

Don't forget to turn back the clocks tonight! We won't have to turn on all the lights to shut the place down at the end of the day and I'm ready for that!!!🙌

Our Books in the Barn event on Thursday went great! The weather was perfect. The kids and horses were all well behaved a...
03/08/2025

Our Books in the Barn event on Thursday went great! The weather was perfect. The kids and horses were all well behaved and it couldn't have gone any smoother!

There were lots of smiles and giggles as books were being ready and we enjoyed all the reports we got in the weeks leading up to the event about kids being excited and practicing with their books so they'd be ready. That tells me we fulfilled our purpose, which was to inspire kids to read more. For those that missed it, we will plan to do it again. So always be on watch for upcoming events!

There's been a lot of rain lately but that doesn't take away from all the smiles and the quality time that our participa...
03/07/2025

There's been a lot of rain lately but that doesn't take away from all the smiles and the quality time that our participants have gotten to spend with their furry friends. There has been LOTS of grooming (much needed), some reading, walking/talking, and of course, plenty of hugs and kisses! 😘 Rainy days are still bright days at the barn, where all can seem right for just a little while!

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Our little buddy had a birthday yesterday and I let it slip by without making a post. He'll be here today, and I'd love ...
03/05/2025

Our little buddy had a birthday yesterday and I let it slip by without making a post. He'll be here today, and I'd love to read him the birthday wishes from the Bright Star family. Happy birthday T!

Tomorrow is the last day to sign up. Only $5 to participate. RSVP on our calendar page on the website. www.brightstarran...
03/02/2025

Tomorrow is the last day to sign up. Only $5 to participate. RSVP on our calendar page on the website. www.brightstarranch.net

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Biker wanted us to tell everyone that sign the next Books in the Barn (April 24th) and Summer Camps (June) are both online and deadlines to sign up are quickly approaching!! He wants to see all of the kids out here. So, go to the events tab on our website (brightstarranch.net) and sign up or RSVP today! These will be the ONLY chances to come out and see the horses until the Fall. Don't miss out!

It's that time!!! We get asked about camp all year 'round. Wel...the camp dates are live on the website (brightstarranch.net & go to the event calendar). You will sign up by putting down the deposit and we will send the official registration paperwork to your email. There are limited spots for each camp. So don't wait! We don't want you to miss your chance.

Today is Random Act of Kindness Day. An act of kindness doesn't always have to be a HUGE gesture. Sometimes, it's the simple, little things that mean the most; just knowing someone though about you or took the time to care. That is the kindness that this world needs more of. The day is not over yet and even if you don't see this until late this evening, acts of kindess are needed every day. Take a moment to make someone smile tomorrow, even if it's as simple as lending a hand when they can't finish a task for themselves. ❤ #RandomActsOfKindness #MakeADifference #brightstarranch

Today, you can show your love to the horses too! Send a Valentine to the horse(s) of your choice for $5/heart. We will display them all on their stall doors. Send through Venmo (@bright-star-ranch) or go to www.brightstarranch.net/donate

In case you missed this is the newsletter this morning, it's time to love on the horses at Bright Star Ranch!!! ❤🐴 #ourtherapists #ourheros #ourfriends

It's that time of year...we appreciate our Star Supporters and are looking forward to what we accomplish together in 2025!

Signup deadline for your 5-8 year olds wanting to participate in the Rising Rider program is in SIX DAYS! There are only 5 spots for the class. So, don't wait.

Come see us on March 6th! RSVP today and save the time slot for your child. Only $5!!!!

New program sign up info!🎉 Have a younger one that likes horses? You're going to want to hear this! Only 5 spaces available!

Our Giving Tuesday...special programming with heartwarming results!❤️ #alzheimersdisease #dementiasupport #equineassistedservices

Gotta love "falling back "

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A Dream Come True....

As a young girl, I always wanted a ranch....I never knew until four years ago that a dream such as this could also involve helping children and adults to have a hope for their future with the use of therapeutic equine activities and services. I have watched in the past few years children overcome fears, apprehensions, and disabilities to live more confidently and find happiness with the help of a four-legged animal who loved them unconditionally. I’ve seen veterans find strength again and the will to live by riding and realizing that they still can participate in something that once was considered an inability for them to do. People of all ages are affected by just the presence of an animal who I know in my heart was made to help us all. But most of all, I know the One who gave me this dream and who helped me to reach my goals in becoming certified as a riding instructor. It is only through Him that I’ve been given this opportunity to serve Him in a way I never dreamed possible as that young little girl. The Scripture I have leaned on so much through these past four years has been, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me, Philippians 4:13.” I believe with all my heart that for each individual and family that comes to Bright Star Ranch, He is saying to them that He will be with them through this journey as well and give them and their children the strength they need to have a more abundant life. Never stop dreaming.....and never stop thanking all the ones around us who helped make this possible, too!

Debbie Bright-Chunn, Certified Riding Instructor