Power Of Hope Equestrian Center

08/24/2024

There's something truly special about hitting the trails with a group of fellow wranglers. Beyond the fresh air and scenic views, group trail rides offer unique benefits that go far beyond the saddle:

Riding together fosters a deep sense of camaraderie and trust. As we navigate the trails, we learn to communicate, support, and rely on each other, building bonds that extend beyond the ride.

Mental Well-being - Group rides reduce stress and anxiety. The combination of nature, movement, and shared experience creates a therapeutic environment where worries fade away, and a sense of peace takes over.

Skill Building - Riding with others challenges us to improve our skills, whether it’s mastering new techniques or simply learning from one another. We push each other to be our best, all while enjoying the journey.

Community - There's strength in numbers. Riding in a group reminds us that we are part of something bigger—a community of like-minded individuals who share a passion for horses and the great outdoors.

08/24/2024

🍽️ We’re thrilled to announce that 19/49 Junktion , located in the well-known Cherryville Store, will be catering dinner at our 2nd Annual Charity Barn Dance! 🎉 We couldn’t be more excited to have them on board for this special event.

Get ready for an unforgettable meal, and join us for an evening of great food, fun, and community! 🍴✨

08/23/2024

Roping isn't just a skill—it's a therapeutic tool! Research shows that engaging in structured, goal-oriented activities like roping can enhance cognitive function and reduce stress. According to Psychology Today, physical activities that require precision and focus, like roping on the ground and in the saddle, help improve mental clarity and emotional resilience. At the Service Wrangler Program, we're combining the art of roping with a supportive, natural environment to help our participants thrive. Whether you're tracking and roping a dummy or mastering horsemanship skills, our program offers a one-of-a-kind experience that boosts mental well-being.

08/23/2024

🎉 Get ready to kick up your heels for a night of fun, music, and giving back at Power of Hope's 2nd Annual Charity Barn Dance! 🕺💃
Join us on October 5th, 2024, as we transform the barn into the ultimate party spot! Doors open at 4pm, and we've packed the night with exciting activities: silent and live auctions, a dessert auction that'll make your sweet tooth sing, raffles, heartfelt testimonials, amazing demonstrations, and even a photobooth to capture all the memories!
🍽️ And did we mention the food? We're thrilled to have 19/49 Junktion catering dinner and mouth-watering desserts by Becker Road Baking Company!
🎶 At 7pm, get ready to dance the night away with live music from Corey Schneider, followed by Missouri's Most Wanted Outlaw Band!
Tickets are going fast:
🎟️ Dinner & Band: $50 (must be purchased by September 14th)
🎟️ Band Only: $25 (available online or at the gate with cash/check)
Get your tickets here: https://www.powerofhopeec.com/events
This is an evening you won’t want to miss! Come out, have a blast, and support a great cause. We can’t wait to see y’all there! 🤠

08/22/2024

📰 Exciting news! Power of Hope is featured on the front page of today's Phelps County Focus! 🗞️ You can catch our story in the printed newspaper or check out the online version below! Thanks for following our journey and supporting our mission!

Dozens of veterans and first responders from across south-central Missouri will next year discover the same peace of mind that’s benefited the Power of Hope Equestrian Centers’ first riders. The

08/22/2024

Midweek is a great time to refocus. Did you know that 81% of women in equine therapy report better emotional awareness and connection? Join us and experience how horses can help you find balance and strength. Source: Military Medicine, 'Equine-assisted therapy and emotional awareness in veterans,' available at academic.oup.com/milmed/article/184/11-12/e568/5572390/'

08/20/2024

🌟 We're gearing up for our 2nd Annual Charity Barn Dance on October 5th, and we need your help! 🌟

We're looking for amazing auction items for both our live and silent auctions—baskets, experiences, and unique items that will make this event unforgettable! 🎁

Check out some of the photos from last year's baskets for some inspiration. Every donation helps us continue our mission, and we can't wait to see the incredible items you'll bring to the table this year!

Interested in contributing? Reach out to us and let's make this year's event a huge success! 🎉

08/19/2024

🐴 Guess Who: Horse Edition! 🐴

Can you name the horses from our herd just by their unique markings? 🧐 Drop your guesses in the comments and see if you can match these magnificent faces to their names! 🌟

Stay tuned as we reveal the answers later and share fun facts about each of these beloved members of our equine family! 🐎❤️

08/19/2024

Order your barn dance dinner tickets now! Less than one month left before dinner ticket sales close. The last day to order dinner tickets will be September 14th. Don't wait, order your tickets today at https://www.powerofhopeec.com/events

Also, don't forget we are still looking for auction items! All auction items must be received no later than September 30th. We can arrange pick up of items, if necessary, as well. Thank you all for your support!

08/17/2024

08/10/2024

🌟 Volunteer Appreciation Post 🌟

We couldn’t do what we do without our incredible volunteers! 💖 Your dedication, energy, and passion helped make POH summer camps unforgettable for every participant. From leading horses to helping with daily activities, your support is the heart of our nonprofit. As a volunteer-driven organization, we rely on amazing people like you to make our mission possible. Thank you for your time, effort, and commitment—you truly make a difference! 🙏

08/10/2024

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08/09/2024

That's a wrap! August ranch camp is in the books and that concludes our camps for 2024. We are thankful for all of the support that we have received for our camps and all of the dedicated volunteers. We are excited to continue improving and growing the camps in future years. Till next year campers! 😊

08/09/2024

Exciting news! 🎉 Power of Hope Equestrian Center, is featured in the Steelville Star! 🌟 We're thrilled to share our mission and the impact we're making in our community. Grab a copy to learn more about how we're empowering lives through therapeutic riding and the incredible support from our local community. Thank you to everyone who has been a part of our journey! 🐴❤️

08/07/2024

August Ranch Camp is off to a good start! Campers have been working on basic riding skills, vaulting, braiding their horses manes and learning about fire safety from the Steelville Fire Protection District

08/05/2024

The 2nd Annual Power of Hope Charity Barn Dance is sneaking up on us! The barn dance is being held here at Power of Hope Equestrian Center in Steelville on October 5th starting at 4pm. We are currently preparing for this awesome night, and we are in search of baskets, items and experiences for the live and silent auctions.

If you would like to donate a basket or item to the auction, please reach out through messenger or contact Miranda at: [email protected] or at 636-283-4114 Thank you in advance for your support of this event!

Order your tickets at: https://www.powerofhopeec.com/events

08/02/2024

As we enter the Fall Semester on September 9th, we want to thank everyone for their support of our programs and growing with us! This fall we will be implementing new policies regarding payments and cancellations.

Due to the growing number of participants and to ensure that we can continue providing high-quality services, we will no longer offer weekly payment plans. The first half of the semester payment will be required on the first day of lessons, and the second half will be required the week of October 21st. Full payment of the semester can also be made at the first lesson if preferred. If the first half of the payment or full payment is not made on the first day of lessons, riders will not ride. Returning riders must also be caught up on any balances owed before the first day of the semester. Payments can be made onsite in the office. There will be a box to drop your payment in (please put payment in a sealed envelope with the participant's name on it). We also accept Venmo, PayPal, or you can make a payment using credit/debit through the Power of Hope website: www.powerofhopeec.com. This change is necessary because we have experienced an increase in unpaid fees, and we want to make sure that everyone can enjoy uninterrupted access to our programs.

Additionally, we have updated our cancellation policy. We kindly ask that you inform us at least 24 hours in advance if you need to cancel a lesson. Unfortunately, we have had too many instances where participants have not notified us of their absence, which affects our scheduling and resources. If you fail to provide timely notice or do not show up for a lesson, you will not be refunded or credited for that lesson. The money for that lesson will be forfeited. However, if Power of Hope cancels a lesson due to weather or emergency circumstances your lesson will be credited to the next semester.

All participants will need to gather in the waiting room. Your instructor or a volunteer will come to get participants to start their lesson. This will be a year-round procedure. No one is to enter the barn or arena without a volunteer or staff member. Everyone is welcome to stay and watch, but we ask that parents/caretakers and any additional children please stay in the waiting room area or playground area outside. This is to protect everyone. Horses are fight-or-flight animals, and random doors slamming or people in odd places can spook a horse and cause possible injury to people and horses.

We have had to increase the price to $40 a lesson due to the rising cost of caring for horses. Group lessons are 1 hour. Semi-private lessons are 45 minutes. Group lessons for participants 6 years of age and under are between 30-45 minutes. Please be aware that any lessons scheduled after 3 PM will be group lessons.

08/02/2024

The fall semester will be 9/9/24-12/12/24. Lessons are available Monday through Thursday's. We have had to increase the price to $40 a lesson due to the rising cost of caring for horses. Group lessons are 1 hour. Semi-private lessons are 45 minutes. Group lessons for participants 6 years old and under are between 30-45 minutes. Please be aware that any lessons scheduled after 3 PM will be group lessons. To sign up contact our therapeutic riding program manager Miranda at: [email protected]

07/30/2024

‼️ Dangerous heat wave hitting MO! ‼️

Excessive heat will take hold today & last through Thursday with heat indexes exceeding 105-110 in several areas of the state. The longevity of this heat is a concern, especially for vulnerable groups & those outdoors for long periods of time. Please take safety precautions, stay hydrated & limit outdoor exposure as much as possible. NEVER leave kids or pets in the car. Know the signs of heat illness & when to take action!

07/30/2024

POH is canceling lessons 7/30 through 8/1 due to this dangerous heat wave. Stay safe and hydrated everyone!

‼️ Dangerous heat wave hitting MO! ‼️

Excessive heat will take hold today & last through Thursday with heat indexes exceeding 105-110 in several areas of the state. The longevity of this heat is a concern, especially for vulnerable groups & those outdoors for long periods of time. Please take safety precautions, stay hydrated & limit outdoor exposure as much as possible. NEVER leave kids or pets in the car. Know the signs of heat illness & when to take action!

07/25/2024

We are so excited to be hosting our second annual charity barn dance! At this event we will have both silent and live auction items; so, we are looking for quality items to add to our silent auction baskets and also for items and experiences that we can auction off in the live auction. These items can include gift certificates, gift baskets, experiences, tickets to special events, hogs/beef with or without processing costs covered, a weekend stay at a vacation rental etc.

So, if any individuals or businesses have items that they would like to donate for the live or silent auction and would like to get their name, products, and services out there this is a great opportunity for advertising and for a great cause!

There are so many fun basket ideas out there and we are hoping to have a wide variety of items for our silent and live auctions. If you or anyone you know may be interested in donating items to our silent and live auctions either message Power of Hope through messenger or email Miranda at: [email protected]

07/22/2024

The 2nd Annual Power of Hope Charity Barn Dance is honestly not that far away! October 5th is gearing up to be an awesome night! Mark your calenders and order your tickets now at: https://www.powerofhopeec.com/events

07/17/2024

We have a few more spots left for the August Ranch Camp which will be August 5th-9th from 8am-12pm. Reach out through messenger or call or text 573-259-5597 to reserve your spot!

07/16/2024

Did you know that Power of Hope now has a TikTok account and an Instagram account? Scan the codes below or search for Power of Hope on either platform! We are hoping to incorporate more reels and behind the scenes content, so make sure to follow along!

07/16/2024

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 We're thrilled to unveil the official video of our Service Wrangler Program! 🐴🎥 Join us on a journey of connection, purpose, and community through the transformative power of horsemanship. 🌿 Watch now and discover how we're making a difference together! 🎬✨

Thank you so much to Larry McMillian Larry the Photographer for creating this amazing video!

07/14/2024

No lessons 7/15-7/16 due to the heat!
We have decided to cancel lessons for Monday and Tuesday due to the predicted extreme temps!

07/12/2024

Day 5 July Ranch Camp!

Today campers painted the horses and gave them baths. Campers also completed a scavenger hunt and played a game of tug o war!

July Ranch Camp was a success and we are so grateful for the awesome group of kids and volunteers who attended!

07/11/2024

Day 4 of July Ranch Camp!

Today campers learned about jumping! Campers also celebrated fellow camper, Jaden's birthday with a special watermelon cake made by 19/49 Junktion

Tomorrow is the last day of camp and pony painting day!