Open house scheduled for Equine Tranquility Wellness Center

The Helping Horseshoe Therapeutic Riding Club, in partnership with the Equine Tranquility Wellness Center, is hosting an open house. March 19 from 1-4 p.m. at 134 Airport Road, Andover.

It’s a chance to meet the horses and see the farm, while speaking with the trainers, volunteers and staff.  Guests also are invited to take a walk on the sensory trail. For more information, call Colleen at 201-970- 3400.

Learn about the facility’s offering, open to all ages and abilities, that include riding lessons, diversion programs, summer day programs, work-study programs and community service hours. Spring recreational therapeutic riding lessons for individuals with special needs begin March 18.

Also available is a volunteer training session for anyone interested in volunteering with equine assisted activities.Volunteers are needed to lead and side-walk, help with the stable, grounds, fundraising, and office work. Private training can be scheduled for those who are unable to attend but want to volunteer. For more information, go to http://www.helpinghorseshoe.org.