Our Mission
We strive to build confidence, self-esteem and a sense of accomplishment for individuals with physical, cognitive and emotional needs by utilizing equine-assisted activities and therapies. We have been providing these services to residents of the Eastern Shore since 1981.
Our Management Team
OUR STAFF
Kim Hopkins, Executive Director Ashley Hopkins, Equine Manager "Vendor" Mike Jordan, Bookkeeper "Vendor" Merry Skirka, Volunteer Coordinator Karen Weber-Millstein, Marketing / Webmaster "Volunteer" |
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The Hooves Behind the Healing
You can make a difference.
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Our horses are the single most important part of our therapy programs. They work hard every day to help our riders achieve their goals. We are a member of the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH) and adhere to their high standards for horse care. Between our staff and board members, we have several decades of horsemanship experience.
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PumpkinBecker Family - Bronze Sponsor
Pumpkin is as sweet as pumpkin pie with a dollop of whip cream on top! He's a Quarter Horse in his early twenties. He came to us from a family where he was a guest horse for fox hunting. Pumpkin is very comfortable to ride and has a great personality. |
Rudy - Retired 6/15/2025Ocean City Downs - Gold Sponsor
Rudy is a Positive Strides' program favorite. He's a Quarter Horse born in 2002. In his younger years, he competed in barrel races and rode a lot of trails, including on the Gettysburg Battlefields. Rudy's definitely a lover, not a fighter. |
SkipperSusan Benson/Debbie McKay - Silver Sponsor
Skipper is a quarter horse that is one of our program rock stars. He came from a large riding stable near Washington, DC and semi retired to the Eastern Shore to help our riders gain self confidence and independence! We are so pleased to have him in our farm family! |
Our PartnersPositive Strides partners with many great organizations on the Eastern Shore who provide services, financial support, expertise, materials and more. Thank you to all of our partners!
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Promoting healing, hope and growth through equine assisted services
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