“What children need most is a positive environment that is conducive for them to change.” Crossroads Ranch seeks to provide that positive environment in a fun, yet purposeful and challenging way.
The first step to joining the This is Me youth program is to sign up for an orientation. Click the button below to select your orientation date and time:
While interaction with a horse, simply grooming or petting, is therapeutic in and of itself, the This is Me! youth development program goes much further with a curriculum that teaches children how to communicate with their horse through body language, energy and pressure developing in them a greater capacity for empathy, social- and self-awareness which, over time, translates into better self-control and success in home, school and community settings.
2025 This is me! Youth Workshop dates
Saturday, August 2, 2025
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Sunday, August 10, 2025
**must attend an orientation first
The areas we focus on
choices
Learn to make better choices that add value to yourself and others so that you will enjoy better outcomes and a better life.
attitude
Learn that attitude is truly the difference maker in life and, thankfully, we can choose our attitude so you can enjoy a little more control in your life.
relationships
Learn to build positive, healthy relationships and walk away from negative, unhealthy relationships so that you can build and live a satisfying life.
Self-worth
Learn to build feelings that you have good qualities and can achieve great things so that you will appreciate yourself and back it up by making good decisions.
responsiblity
Learn to take responsibility for doing what is right for yourself and others so that you recognize and practice the power of choosing your own future.
courage
Learn to find courage in the face of the things you fear, seek truth even when it is painful and change even if it’s uncomfortable so that you never miss an opportunity.
Self-discipline
Learn to be intentional about doing what you are supposed to do to have good health, good relationships and good habits so you can achieve your dreams
Influence
Learn to notice, encourage and add value to others so you can have a positive impact on your friends, family and community.
What is EAL?
The thing that makes equine assisted learning (EAL) with horses different from any other kind of experiential learning, such as a team ropes course, is that you’re interacting with a large, powerful, sentient being. Since the horse is not an inanimate object, you get feedback immediately. In fact, the way horses communicate socially can be very similar to how we communicate in teams or in families.
How much does it cost?
Generally an 8 hour EAL Workshop cost is $480 per student. However, thanks to a generous grantor the cost for a This is Me! workshop is FREE!
We have a limited number of spots available. Sign up below to attend an orientation.
How does it work?
Step #1 – sign up for a Meet & Greet orientation
Please fill out the form below to sign up to attend a meet & greet.
Step #2 – Attend Meet & Greet orientation
This scheduled meeting is for the student and caregiver(s) to visit the ranch, see if this program is a good fit, meet the facilitators and horses, and select the workshop date.
Step #3 – Attend Workshop
Student will attend 8 hour workshop (with lunch included).
who is it for?
This program is designed for youth ages 8-18 who live in Owen or surrounding counties. The program is designed to build strong core skills in an interesting and engaging environment as opposed to a “sit & get” classroom.
The program is perfect for young people who would benefit by growing in the areas of building relationships, better communication and improved self-direction as well as life skills such confidence, problem solving, making good choices, asking for help and having a good attitude.
We call our participants “students” as they are all school-age and they are in the program to learn and develop skills.
What are you waiting for? schedule your orientation below!
Orientations dates:
Tuesday, July 15 at 5:30pm or 7:00pm
Wednesday, July 16 at 5:30pm or 7:00pm
Thursday, July 17 at 5:30pm or 7:00pm
Contact us directly with any questions by sending an email to info@crossroads-ranch.com
