Care for Horses. Grow Yourself.

A 5-session outdoor program for kids (6–14) to learn horse care, connection and respect.

Introducing…

Kids Horse Care Outdoor Program

This new program is a shift from Hollie’s earlier Bush Adventure days: less fire-making and bushcraft, more quiet, hands-on horse skills.

Children will learn how to groom, feed, and do groundwork with horses in a way that honours both the animal and themselves. There is no riding. Instead, the focus is on building resonance, responsibility and relational awareness.

This isn’t pony rides or a “fun farm day.”

It’s a trauma-informed, nature-based program designed to:

  • Teach kids how to care for horses with compassion and respect.

  • Build responsibility, self-regulation and listening skills.

  • Explore farm-based practices that develop resilience, patience and empathy.

  • Experience what it means to be in relationship with another being who cannot be forced.

Through grooming, groundwork and quiet observation, children will discover that caring for animals shapes how we care for each other.

Overstimulated + restless ➝ Calm connection

Give up too much screen time for grooming and gentle touch.

Struggling to focus ➝ Trust in action

Learning to follow instructions becomes patience that builds trust.

Entitled with animals ➝ Respectful relationship

From “make them do what I want” to listening and negotiating with horses.

Missing patience ➝ Growing empathy

Where frustration lived, responsibility and compassion begin to grow.

No quiet spaces ➝ Grounded belonging

Children find a place where respect, care, and calm are valued.

This Program Is For Families Who…

  • Are curious about horses and want to spend meaningful time with them.

  • Are ready to follow instructions and respect safety boundaries.

  • Thrive in small groups with hands-on learning.

  • Enjoy being outdoors in all seasons.

  • Want to build confidence, care and patience in a supportive farm environment.

🚫 Not For…

  • Children who want to ride horses.

  • Those unable to follow instructions or safety guidelines.

  • Families who can’t commit to on-time arrivals and pickups.

Horse Care OUTDOOR PROGRAM

What we’ll do together

Groom With Care

Learn daily routines to keep horses healthy and comfortable.

Groundwork Safely

Practice exercises that build strength, trust, and enrichment.

Listen Deeply

Notice how horses communicate, and explore how to respond.

Reflect On Responsibility

Discover how safety and compassion guide every action.

Find Quiet Presence

Spend resonance time with the herd in stillness and respect.

Carry Lessons Forward

Take home practical skills and relational learning for life.

This Program includes:

5 x 2-hour sessions (Tuesdays 10am–12pm)

Dates: 21 Oct, 4 Nov, 11 Nov, 2 Dec, 9 Dec

(we also have an extra session on the 14th October due to a make up for Term 2)

Location: Mongarlowe, Walbunja Yuin Country (20 mins north of Braidwood)

Small group: maximum of 10 children, ages 6–14

No riding: all care, grooming, and groundwork only

Parent invitation: observe, enjoy the gardens, join in or return at pickup

This is not entertainment or a petting zoo. It’s real farm-based learning in an offgrid environment with minimal phone reception.

$120 per child, paid upfront, per term (5 sessions)

This Is Perfect for You If...

You want your child to learn respect, care, and responsibility.

You’d love them to have outdoor, screen-free time.

You want them to build confidence through real skills, not competition.

You believe being around animals can teach empathy and compassion.

You want to give them an experience that shapes who they are becoming.

✅ Children 6–14 who want to connect with horses in safe, respectful ways.

✅ Families seeking real farm-based learning, not entertainment.

✅ Parents who understand the value of responsibility and safety.

Not For:

❌ Families looking for horse riding.

❌ Children who cannot follow safety instructions.

❌ Parents unwilling to uphold arrival/pickup boundaries.

This Program Is For:

Meet the Leader

I’m Hollie Wildëthorn, a psychotherapist, circle guide and adventurer. I’ve spent over two decades guiding people of all ages into deeper connection with themselves, each other, and the natural world.

My own children grew up here on the land, homeschooled, learning through animals, gardens and rhythms of the bush.

I created this program because I’ve seen how horses in particular teach patience, care, and responsibility… lessons children carry for life. This isn’t about forcing animals or kids into roles. It’s about relationship, resonance, and respect.

Also, it’s a way for my horses to interact with individuals who are willing to give them loving care.

Ready for Your Child to Learn Horse Care and Connection?

Give your child the chance to grow in confidence, responsibility, and care through this unique 5-session program.

Places are capped at 10 children. Once full, doors close.

Questions?

  • No. This program is entirely ground-based; grooming, feeding and groundwork.

  • Parents are welcome to observe with clear boundaries, enjoy the gardens, or return at pickup.

  • Long pants and enclosed shoes are essential. Bring water, snacks, sun protection and clothes that can get dirty.

  • The program runs in all weather unless it is unsafe (storms, fire risk). If we cancel, a reschedule will be offered.

  • That’s okay. We introduce activities gently, building trust step by step.