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VOLUNTEER
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Volunteers are the lifeblood of T.R.O.T.R.
Without their dedication, loyalty and hard work, it would not
be possible for us to fulfill our mission.
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T.R.O.T.R. offers a wide range of volunteering opportunities. Some require
horse experience, but many do not. All we need is your willingness
to give of yourself and commit your time.
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SATURDAY ORIENTATION
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We conduct new volunteer training on
the first Saturday of each month promptly at 8:00 a.m.
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SHARE A SMILE AND YOUR TIME







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​VOLUNTEERING GUIDELINES
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WHEN:
The first Saturday of each month - promptly at 8:00 a.m.

WHERE:
We meet behind the office - by the covered tie racks.

WHAT TO BRING:
​Completed and signed forms - Volunteer agreement, Barn rules, Release of liability, and COVID-19 release. For,s located at the bottom of the page.



Volunteers must be at least 12 years old. Therapy volunteers must be at least 14 years old.
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  • ALL volunteers are required to attend a New Volunteer Training.
  • Volunteering in therapeutic riding lessons and hippotherapy sessions involves moderate physical activity.
  • Make sure you are comfortable with the physicality of the role you have selected, as you will be walking and doing some jogging in a sand arena and on your feet for up to two hours. If you are looking for a volunteer opportunity that is less physically demanding, volunteering in the office or mucking stalls is a great alternative!
  • Lesson volunteers do not need to have previous horse experience but a level of comfort with horses.
  • Lesson volunteers must be available a minimum of 2 hours per week (same day and time each week) OR volunteers can be subs in classes, subbing for the regular weekly volunteers as needed.
  • New volunteers are allowed to register after attending a New Volunteer Training and are scheduled based on interest, experience and availability.​​

Please make sure you wear appropriate clothes and shoes. We recommend the following:

  • Shoes or sturdy boots (no open toed shoes or sandals are allowed) that offer foot protection and sure footing - REQUIRED
  • Long pants
  • Short or long-sleeved shirts
  • Work Gloves - Optional
  • ​Water

Volunteers working within our therapy program are also asked to follow the guidelines below:

  • Short-shorts, sagging pants, tank tops with spaghetti straps or low necklines, dangling jewelry and perfume are prohibited
  • Cell phones and personal music players are not permitted while in the arena with students and should be left in your vehicle or in a pocket turned off
  • For your safety, please do not chew gum during class
  • During the cooler months, dressing in layers that can be removed if necessary is advised for comfort
  • Gloves may be worn, as well, for warmth and comfort

Volunteers must bring the following completed forms to your orientation:

trotr_volunteer_form_2014.pdf
File Size: 266 kb
File Type: pdf
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trotr_barn_rules_2014.pdf
File Size: 214 kb
File Type: pdf
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trotr_liability_release_2014.pdf
File Size: 320 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

trotr_covid-19_release.pdf
File Size: 66 kb
File Type: pdf
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​VOLUNTEER SIGN IN

https://app.betterimpact.com/Volunteer/Main


DEBBIE SHOUP ~ VOLUNTEER CO-COORDINATOR

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