08/31/2024
Our sweet boy loves to hop on and catch a ride whenever he can.
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08/29/2024
THANK YOU THURSDAY
A VOLUNTEER’S STORY
Danell is leaving us for a new adventure in Maryland. We will certainly miss her! Here is her story:
After a vacation to the Assateague Island in Maryland that had been on my bucket list as a young girl, I found the Assateague’s Wild Horses and fell in love. I have always enjoyed riding horses whenever I could but never able to be around them a lot, but then I found The Camelot Center. Knowing how horses make people feel, help with recovery and disabilities, I was blessed to have found The Camelot Center, both for the love of horses and therapy for myself. Since January of 2024, I became a volunteer myself and what a rewarding experience. It has allowed me to overcome struggles, helped to build my self esteem and confidence that I seemed to have lost. But most of all, while it was helping me, I was also able to help others by walking the horses during rider lessons and grooming horses. What a Win Win! While at The Camelot Center, I met a lot of wonderful people that includes riders, volunteers, and instructors who took me under their wing and helped me learn more about horses. I enjoyed all the work that it took to get these horses ready for riders. Now I’m off to explore the wild horses and another therapy center in Maryland. So, if you enjoy people, horses, and helping others, become a volunteer at The Camelot Center because they could use your help.
Thank you, Camelot.
Danell Koenig
08/27/2024
A walk through the trees on a Saturday morning.
08/18/2024
Congratulations are in order for our program director, Debbie Meeker, and Bob Davis who were united in holy matrimony yesterday. Surrounded by family and friends, this great couple were married last evening at their yearly party. We wish them many years of happiness together.
08/17/2024
SATURDAY LESSONS
Annie and Skye enjoyed their lessons in the sun today. Annie’s brother Andrew made friends with a praying mantis.
08/16/2024
THANK YOU THURSDAY
Emily Rhodes is accepting students in her Horse Powered Reading program. Students learn with the help of ground work with horses. This program helps the students find their strengths and improves their learning ability. We thank Emily for bringing this innovative program to The Camelot Center.
08/08/2024
THANK YOU THURSDAY
Jamie was just a little girl when she came to The Camelot Center in 1998. We have loved watching her grow and enjoy her lessons with us. Twenty-six years later, John and Toni Guy still bring their daughter to Camelot for her weekly lessons. The love and dedication to Jamie is evident, but they are also caring members of our Camelot family. We value all the relationships that we have developed through the years, but the Guy family is a shining example of those who share our vision and partner with us. We thank them for their support.
08/07/2024
MEET ATLAS
He is a nineteen year old haflinger gelding. Atlas is the newest member of our Camelot team. He is a very sweet and gentle soul. Our volunteer Abby got the honor of being his first Camelot rider today.
08/01/2024
THANK YOU THURSDAY
Ron Wireman came to The Camelot Center in July of 2020. It is always a good day when he brings his w**d eater and leaf blower along. Emily’s dog, Jack, welcomes him, because he knows there is a treat coming his way. Apples and carrots for the horses usually come with him too. We want Ron to know how much we appreciate the things he does for us. Thank you for four years of volunteer service!
07/27/2024
SATURDAY AT CAMELOT
Antoinette, Gabby, and Bella take a break after a busy lesson day.
Debbie and Kim took time with Kali in the arena. She lunged nicely for Kim and also took a nice roll in the sand.
07/25/2024
THANK YOU THURSDAY
For more than a decade, Newton Falls VFW Post 3332 has been a partner with The Camelot Center. Last week, when we were preparing for our anniversary celebration we received a very generous donation from them. We want them to know how much their support means to us.
Also, our friend James Allen, owner of AllenWay Farm, came through for us by bringing out 2 trailers for The Syndicate’s Saturday performance. The Syndicate provided the entertainment free of charge. They always do a wonderful job for us.
We are so fortunate to have supporters like these. Thank you to all the staff and volunteers who worked to make our 30th anniversary celebration an evening to remember.
07/24/2024
Rowyn has found a new love. She looks forward to her lessons with Tony the Pony every week. Her family says that she talks about her riding lessons all the time. We are so happy that Rowyn and Tony make such a great pair.
07/23/2024
Sam Fowler has volunteered with us for seven years. He loves his time spent with our horses. During our Anniversary Celebration, this brave marine veteran drummed up the courage to speak to those in attendance. He told how much he enjoys his volunteer time and expressed how his time at Camelot has changed his life. This picture of him in his hat was a special gift to him. Riding helmets are always used during lessons. Thank you Sam for your service both to Camelot and to your country.
07/21/2024
OUR 30 YEAR CELEBRATION
It was a wonderful event for everyone last evening. The music from The Syndicate was great as always. There was delicious food from Sunrise Inn. The ice cream truck was enjoyed by many. Our own Marine veteran, Sam Fowler, spoke how volunteering with us for 7 years has changed his life. We thank everyone who came and made it a day to remember.
07/18/2024
THANK YOU THURSDAY
Our 30th Anniversary Celebration is this Saturday. The staff, board members, and volunteers of The Camelot Center have been very busy preparing for this big event. The teamwork that has always been a key component in our organization is at work. We hope that you are planning to attend. It won’t be a celebration without you!
07/11/2024
THANK YOU THURSDAY
As we always say, The Camelot Center would not have had 30 years of success without the scores of volunteers who have come through our doors. We treasure the many friendships that we’ve accumulated through the years.
We want to honor five members of our team who have already surpassed the 100 hours mark this year.
Bobbi Rokicki is such a great help to us. She is a kind and caring person who loves our horses. She is always ready to welcome and help new volunteers.
Paul Sentgeorge is our go-to guy for any carpentry or groundskeeping. He is also a valuable member of our board of trustees.
Bruce Peters loves helping in any way he can. He is a favorite among our students.
Sami Polacek is a ray of sunshine when she comes to volunteer. She is also a riding student.
Debbie Davis is a great help in the barn. We can always count on her to help keep things running smoothly there. She has introduced all four of her girls to the values of volunteering with us.
We thank you so much for your dedication to The Camelot Center. We couldn’t do all we do without your help.
07/04/2024
THANK YOU THURSDAY
Horse Powered Reading is an inovative program where students interact with horses from the ground to enhance their reading skills. Using props and toys, activities with the horse can address a student’s strengths and weaknesses which can translate into an understanding of how they learn.
Our therapeutic riding instructor, Emily Rhodes, took the initiative to receive certification in the Horse Powered Reading program. We are looking forward to this new program being launched at The Camelot Center. We thank Emily for always finding ways to improve the services that we provide.
07/01/2024
A RIDER IS HONORED
Skye is the recipient of our Rider of the Session award for June. She loves her lessons with Shoes. Lately, she is concentrating on perfecting her mounts and dismounts. Skye is a great student. We are happy to honor her with this award.
07/01/2024
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, KAI!
Twelve years ago, we found this sweet girl in her mother’s stall. From day one, she has been loved and pampered by her owner, Debbie Meeker, and everyone else at Camelot.
06/27/2024
THANK YOU THURSDAY
Yesterday we were visited by a former volunteer and board member. Kylie Cleer and her fiancé, Noah Delp, came from their Pennsylvania home bearing many gifts and treats for our horses and volunteers. Kylie also purchased two fly masks for our larger horses. It was so good to see Kylie and to meet Noah. We know that our facility still holds a special place in her heart. Kylie will always be a part of our Camelot family.
06/20/2024
THANK YOU THURSDAY
To not have to be concerned about purchasing hay for our horses is such a blessing. Bob Baugher Jr. of Baugher Farms LLC has donated 50 large bales of hay to The Camelot Center. This gift will supply our horses with hay for a whole year. We are so fortunate to have support from such a great group of people.
06/16/2024
Thanks to all our volunteers, both current and new, who attended our volunteer orientation yesterday. It was a very informative time together. It is not too late to join our volunteer team. Visit our website, www.thecamelotcenter.org for our volunteer information.
06/14/2024
THANK YOU THURSDAY
Tony the Pony is the pint sized member of our herd. What he lacks in size he makes up in spirit and personality. He came to us when the children of his first home outgrew him, but so many of our riders think he is just the right size. When a new little rider comes to The Camelot Center with some hesitation, Tony can put them at ease. We are so thankful to have him as a big part of our therapeutic horseback riding program.
06/07/2024
VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION SATURDAY, JUNE 15 10:00 to 12:00
Join our volunteer team !
The Camelot Center is holding an orientation for anyone age 14 and up who is interested in joining us. No experience is necessary. We are located at 3498 Barclay Messerly Rd. , Southington.
06/06/2024
THANK YOU THURSDAY
Last week, the wonderful members of the Cortland Moose Lodge gifted The Camelot Center in a big way. Glenn Wilson presented our executive director, Debbie Meeker, with a very generous donation. We are so thankful to those who share our goal to introduce others to the benefits that therapeutic riding can bring. We want Cortland Moose to know how much their support means to us.
05/30/2024
THANK YOU THURSDAY
Yesterday we received a letter from Caleena and Company of Warren. The letter read:
At Caleena’s, we admire the mission of Camelot Center and the difference you make for people in our local community. We recently held a benefit sale during the Kentucky Derby in which customers made monetary donations for Camelot Center. In addition, Caleena & Co. matched these donations as we believe the therapeutic benefits and special connection people experience when working with horses is important to everyone. Thank you for the meaningful work you do everyday.
We thank Caleena & Co. for their support and the check that came with their beautiful sentiments. If you have never visited their store, please do so. They can also be found on Facebook.
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Our sweet boy loves to hop on and catch a ride whenever he can.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, FLASH! Yesterday was Flash’s 23rd birthday. Miss Emily and our volunteers held him a little celebration on Thursday. He was sporting his birthday hat today during lessons. He wears it well!
When your child faces many challenges and you find an activity that she loves and that is also beneficial to her health and wellbeing, no distance traveled is too far to make her happy. This is Emily and Annie's story. Annie has been a rider at The Camelot Center for more than thirteen years. Every Saturday morning, they make the long trip to Annie's therapeutic horseback riding lessons at The Camelot Center. Though she is mostly nonverbal, her excitement and love for Camelot and her horse, May, is there for all to see. With few words, Annie expresses the joy that therapeutic riding gives her through smiles and an occasional giggle. Please watch Emily's video and hear how this loving mother feels about her daughter's Camelot experience. Taking care of May and the other horses is no small expense. Thanks to the generosity of many people who help through their donations, we are able to ensure that riders like Annie and our horses have a safe and nurturing environment. By shopping at smile.amazon.com and using the link: smile.amazon.com/ch/34-1774119 , The Camelot Center will receive 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchase. Please support us this season as you shop. #SeasonofSmiles
The miles walked each day are so worth the effort! Thank you to all the staff and volunteers who make it all happen.
Playing catch is much more fun on horseback!
"Romeo" prefers senior feed bags, but this will do.
How many licks does it take to finish a mineral block? Levi is still counting.
Indoor fun at Camelot!
Love watching them be turned out!
Go, Girls!!
Maggie having fun!
Quizzy enjoying life
Our rider, Nadia, was thrilled to see the horses play in the snow. We love to be a part of these new experiences.
Precious!
This is Precious being turned loose for the first time since she was hurt! She's come a long way!
Morning warm up :)
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