SERVICES
EQUINE-ASSISTED LEARNING & EQUINE-ASSISTED RECOVERY COACHING
Visitors come to TFO Farm seeking rest for their souls, renewal for their minds and strengthening for their bodies; all the things that our fast-paced, stress-filled lives can rob from us. Too Far Out Farm students return again and again to participate in our custom-designed equine-assisted learning activities to discover "life hacks from the herd." Anxiety, fear, depression, addiction, and/or pain from trauma, cannot exist in a renewed and refreshed body that has discovered, received & experienced the healing power and love of Jesus. Equine-Assisted Recovery & Learning Coach, Deb Peterson, along with her herd and the volunteer staff at TFO Farm offer a presentation of Biblical truth creatively expressed with care, compassion & grace. Tailored to help you accomplish your specific goals, a typical E.A.L. or E.A.R. session may include one or more of the following:
- Equine-Assisted Learning (E.A.L.) lesson to inspire personal growth & development
- Equine-Assisted Recovery (E.A.R.) engagement with the herd that teaches proven 12-step recovery principles
- Horse Encounters in the herd
- Bible studies using E.A.L. to accentuate the learning experience
- Equine-assisted leadership development
- Meaningful farm adventures
- Equine-assisted team building / relationship building
- Art and music activities involving horses
- Personal reflection with horses
- Worship, cowboy style!
- Equine-Assisted focus groups
- Personal growth facilitated by the horse
We offer SAFE & EFFECTIVE Equine-Assisted Learning (EAL), & Equine-Assisted Recovery (EAR), TFO-style by teaching biblical principles of leadership, team work and recovery through horsemanship. Families, business or ministry teams and individuals learn from the horse in a way that is meaningful and applicable to their daily lives. Lessons are facilitated by PATH, International certified therapeutic riding instructor, Deb Peterson. Deb endeavors to share the love, truth, and grace of Jesus. Her horses serve as master teachers.
Schedule a FREE , 2-hour Family Day at the Farm! Bring your family or your business/ministry team.
PLEASE NOTE OUR POLICIES & INSURANCE CARRIER's REQUIREMENTS:
(All required forms may be downloaded using the buttons, below.)
- It is our policy that all Too Far Out Farm volunteers, guests & students, or their legal guardian be required to sign a liability waiver. Please download, print and read the Liability Waiver before signing it.
- Also, for the safety and well-being of all involved, we respectfully ask that any physical, mental and/or emotional limitations and/or disabilities be disclosed. In such cases where a disability is disclosed or undisclosed, but obviously present, we will require a physician form to be filled out and signed by a licensed medical doctor at your expense. If this policy applies to you and your current situation, before applying or reserving a time slot for services at Too Far Out Farm LLC, please request or download the Physician Form.
HORSEMANSHIP LESSONS
We serve adults, children and youth, age 8 and up.
Our students are exposed to a "whole horse" approach to natural horsemanship, as well as biblical leadership principles by PATH International certified instructor, Deb Peterson.
CONNECT WITH A HORSE!
Parents appreciate our unique approach to horsemanship, because we do more than focus on the mechanics of riding and performance. Connection is key! Our programs include equine-assisted learning (EAL) techniques that foster broader personal growth opportunities such as, leadership/teamwork development, self-discipline, self-esteem, healthy boundary setting and respect for self & others, along side learning how to ride and acquire other horsemanship skills.
Safety is a primary concern and comprehensive horsemanship skills are our goal with each and every student. Our teaching of natural horsemanship basics include, grooming, tacking, safe horse handling, ground work principles, riding, healthy horse care and maintenance.
These skills are acquired through connection with horses!
Additionally, we specialize in teaching children and adults with disabilities or those in recovery from life controlling hurts, hang-ups & destructive habits, addictions and mental illness, etc., but
we welcome all, including those whose life is unencumbered at the current moment.
- 60-minute horsemanship lesson: $60
- Horsemanship lesson package*: Six 60-minute, weekly lessons: $300 ($60 savings). *Students purchasing this package special must complete their 6-lesson course within 8 weeks. In other words, you may not extend this package out beyond 8 weeks by skipping scheduled lessons. We understand that "life happens, so we allow up to two lesson cancellations.
PLEASE NOTE: Lessons are private (one rider per lesson). Also, if the rider is under age 18, their legal guardian is required to sign a liability waiver and remain on the property during the lesson. You may also opt to hire Deb to travel to your barn to give lessons on your horse, but a $1.00 per mile charge will be added to the price.
Your riding instructor, Deb Peterson is a Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor (CTRI) through PATH, Intl. Deb is also certified by Greg Kersten, through coursework known as the O.K. Corral Series. EAL & EAP is the authentic equine-assisted work, which honors and integrates natural horse and herd behavior as a model for human mental and emotional health using the equine-assisted philosophies developed by Greg Kersten.
OVERNIGHT CAMPING
Currently, we have one primitive campsite available (for tents or small RV). No need to worry about nosey or annoying camp neighbors, because we only book one group at a time - YOURS! The campsite includes:
- fire ring
- limited amount of cut and stacked fire wood
- composting toilet
- small table
- access to clean drinking water
There is room for a rig if you want to bring your small RV, or ATV. Campers are invited, but not obligated to participate in farm life, including chores like feeding, mucking and sheep shearing (in season) during their stay.
- For insurance reasons, reservations and payments must be made through Hipcamp.com: $50/night
PLEASE NOTE: Due to insurance rules, we can no longer accommodate visiting horses.
Visit our listing on Hipcamp.com for more details and to reserve your TFO Farm private retreat.
