Horse Back Riding, Summer Camp, Kids/Teen/Adult Programs

US Horse Welfare and Rescue Org

Discover Horses, Riding Lessons, Summer Camp, and Meaningful Year-round Programs for All Ages — Right Here in Avon US Horse Welfare &amp; Rescue is a volunteer-run nonprofit horse rescue and sanctuary located in the heart of the Farmington Valley. We provide forever homes for horses in need while offering hands-on programs that build confidence, responsibility, and connection for children, teens, and adults in our community. Whether you're looking for riding lessons, a meaningful youth program, or a fun summer experience for your child, we invite you to come meet the herd. Programs for Avon &amp; Farmington Valley Families: • Horseback Riding Lessons — Year-round lessons for children, teens, and adults in a calm, supportive, low-pressure environment • Summer Camp for Kids — Outdoor fun, friendship, and learning with horses right here in Avon • Teens to the Rescue — A structured volunteer and learning program for teens who love animals and want to gain responsibility and real-life skills Next session begins April 30th, with sessions continuing throughout the year • After-School &amp; Youth Programs — Hands-on horse care, teamwork, and confidence-building activities • Adult Horsemanship Programs — Learn about horses, barn life, and horsemanship at any age — no experience needed • Programs for Seniors &amp; Community Members — Stay active, connected, and engaged through meaningful time with our gentle rescued horses • Volunteer Opportunities — Make a difference while becoming part of a welcoming local community At US Horse Welfare &amp; Rescue, our horses serve as teachers, partners, and companions — helping people of all ages grow, learn, and feel connected. We are proud to be part of the Avon and Farmington Valley community. Come visit, get involved, or enroll in a program today. Learn more at USHorseWelfare.org Follow us on social media or stop by and see what makes us one of the Farmington Valley’s best-kept secrets.

Hartford County

Michael Lemanski

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Avon

Connecticut

Discover Horses, Riding Lessons, Summer Camp, and Meaningful Year-round Programs for All Ages — Right Here in Avon US Horse Welfare & Rescue is a...

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Kevin Palmer Painting, LLC.

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West Simsbury

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CANTON, CT — Winter often means cold weather and staying indoors.But in Canton, the town's landscape can create breath-taking opportunities to enjoy Mother Nature even when Jack Frost is causing mayhem.On Sunday, Jan. 15, the Canton Land Trust will host a virtual Zoom presentation for folks to learn a thing or two about winter hiking and utilizing the trails.On Sunday, Canton Land Trust Director Stephen Shaw will offer tips and tricks about what to wear – and what not to wear – when hiking in winter. Then, participants will meet in-person Feb. 18 to put their gear to the test while hiking the Sweetheart Mountain trails.Shaw has hiked the entire blue trail system in Connecticut. The talk is free and begins at 7 pm Jan. 15 on Zoom. The meeting link will be available on <a href="https://cantonlandtrust.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.cantonlandtrust.org.</a> The Feb. 18 hike will begin at 10 a.m. at the Sweetheart Mountain trailhead. (Directions: turn left at 84-98 Dunne Ave. into the unpaved parking lot.)<a href="https://cantonlandtrust.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">For more information on the Canton Land Trust, click on this link.</a><figure class="r-embed"><iframe src width="500" height="430" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" data-src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FCantonCT%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0SCy71YnvqjDa6N77NveKEtn4aZpuKiFrG8hrozoygpHi5Esd2WkmgtpaX9UqSSSSl&amp;show_text=true&amp;width=500"></iframe></figure>

CANTON, CT — Winter often means cold weather and staying indoors.

But in Canton, the town's landscape can create breath-taking opportunities to enjoy Mother Nature even when Jack Frost is causing mayhem.On Sunday, Jan. 15, the Canton Land Trust will host a virtual Zoom presentation for folks to learn a thing or two about winter hiking and utilizing the trails.

On Sunday, Canton Land Trust Director Stephen Shaw will offer tips and tricks about what to wear – and what not to wear – when hiking in winter. Then, participants will meet in-person Feb. 18 to put their gear to the test while hiking the Sweetheart Mountain trails.

Shaw has hiked the entire blue trail system in Connecticut. The talk is free and begins at 7 pm Jan. 15 on Zoom. The meeting link will be available on <a href="https://cantonlandtrust.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.cantonlandtrust.org.</a> The Feb. 18 hike will begin at 10 a.m. at the Sweetheart Mountain trailhead. (Directions: turn left at 84-98 Dunne Ave. into the unpaved parking lot.)

<a href="https://cantonlandtrust.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">For more information on the Canton Land Trust, click on this link.</a><figure class="r-embed"><iframe src width="500" height="430" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" data-src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FCantonCT%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0SCy71YnvqjDa6N77NveKEtn4aZpuKiFrG8hrozoygpHi5Esd2WkmgtpaX9UqSSSSl&amp;show_text=true&amp;width=500"></iframe></figure>

Canton

Canton Program Extols Virtues Of Winter Hiking

The Canton Land Trust is hosting a special winter hiking forum virtually that will lead into a February hike on local trails.