Qualified Barn Aide volunteers and those in-training as Barn Aides completing Shadow Experiences can also assist with grooming and general horse care as needed throughout the year at the Carriage Hill Riding Center! These opportunities pop up periodically throughout the year and are only open to current Carriage Hill Riding Center Barn Aide volunteers. Responding to this opportunity will indicate your interest in these opportunities and you will be contacted when those opportunities arise.
Impact
Volunteers assist with grooming and equine care and conditioning to promote the health and well-being of our horses at the Carriage Hill Riding Center.
Tasks
- Grooming, which may include bathing, brushing, and detangling manes and tails
- Health care, which may include bathing with medicated shampoo and hoof cleaning
- Conditioning, which may include riding the horses to prep them for lessons and trail season
Eligibility
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This opportunity is open to the following volunteers: Youth, Long-Term, and Short-Term volunteers who have completed the Carriage Hill Riding Center Barn Aide Training series. Short-term volunteers may be considered depending on the length of service commitment. Learn more about our types of service here.
- Note: Youth Volunteers: Youth volunteers ages 14-17 are not required to complete a background check. If you are a new youth volunteer contact volunteer.services@metroparks.org to have your background check waived.
Additional Notes
- Parking & Meeting instructions: Meet near the office inside the first barn or find a staff member.
- Cancelation: If you need to cancel a shift last-minute or are running late, please call the Riding Center office cell phone number at 937-689-6939.
- Environment & Physical Demands:
- May be exposed to heights and potential allergens such as hay, dust, cats and horses
- May experience uncomfortable temperature extremes during hot and cold weather
- This opportunity requires bending, reaching, and using upper body strength to utilize grooming tools
Visit the Carriage Hill Riding Center Volunteer Training page in our Training Library to see what training is required for this opportunity.
Look for additional details about this opportunity at the bottom of this listing! See the Animal Care Volunteer Position Description for more detailed information.
