The Sage Horse - Equine Assisted Wellness

Today we celebrate International Equine Assisted Services Day and the extraordinary power of the horse-human bond. 💙💚⁣
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Horses help people build confidence, develop new skills, participate more fully, heal and discover what is possible. Today, we recognize the equines, participants, practitioners, volunteers, educators and families who make these meaningful partnerships possible.⁣
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At the EQUUS Foundation, we believe horses have an unmatched ability to empower, teach and heal. We are proud to support equine organizations that make these experiences available while ensuring the welfare, comfort and dignity of every equine partner remain paramount.⁣
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Every connection matters. Every step forward matters.⁣
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Explore the work of the EQUUS Foundation: https://equusfoundation.org/whatwedo/whatwedo.php⁣
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Learn more about International EAS Day from HETI Federation: https://hetifederation.org/international-eas-day/

We had a spot open up for our CREATIVE CONNECTIONS WITH WOMEN AND HORSES on AUGUST 8. Come treat yourself to a summer morning with a wise herd of horses and a supportive group of women who know a few moments of calm are just what we need.✨🐴

Colby's Army, Inc. Ashland City, TN
Saturday, August 8 | 9:30 am - 12 Noon

Register here: https://creativehorsesummer2026.eventbrite.com

Saturday's Creative Connections with Women and Horses was a beautiful reminder of what can transpire between human and horse. ✨

Throughout the morning, participants explored strength, confidence, and what it feels like to lead with calm presence. We noticed how each horse communicated differently: some asked for clear leadership, others naturally offered comfort, and each responded to the unique energy every person brought into the experience.

There was fun with horse charades and navigating an obstacle, followed by a co-creative painting activity with the horses. The conversations that followed were just as meaningful as we reflected on how horses communicate, express their needs, and invite us to become more aware of our own presence and energy.

And simply being in the presence of the quiet surroundings, the horses, and other women offered a comforting and inspiring morning.

Thank you to everyone who joined us with curiosity, openness, and a willingness to learn alongside these incredible horses. It was a joy to share the morning with you.

Thank you to the Colby's Army, Inc. team, Becky Bauer, and the amazing herd - Quincy, Tessie, Lex, Spike, and Andre. 🐴

Our next gathering on August 8 is full, but please message us if you'd like to be put on a waiting list, or if you'd be interested in another date.

We had another wonderful equine assisted learning session on Saturday. Lots of imoactful activities, including co-creating art with our therapy horses. Here, Spike gives a yawn of approval to his artistic talents.

Saturday was the first gathering in our summer series, Creative Connections with Women and Horses, and June invited us to embrace a little more play.

We welcomed a full group for time with the herd, followed by a creative activity decorating the horses. As a nonprofit that serves many children, Colby's Army had a treasure trove of decorations and paints (non-toxic) ready to go. The horses looked festive and beautiful, but the experience offered something deeper too - an invitation to let go of expectations, reconnect with creativity, and remember the simple joy of play.

Laughter and fun also filled the arena as participants painted, decorated, and connected. We wrapped up the morning with journaling and reflection, exploring what the horses, creativity, and a little playfulness had revealed.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, the volunteers, Colby's Army staff, and the wonderful herd. 🐴 ✨

Colby's Army, Inc.

Excited to share the June Quiet Pages gathering in Nashville:
Fireflies & Small Glimmers ✨

(horses not present for this one)

Quiet Pages is a monthly, evening gathering for women to take a breather at the end of the day, move the pen on the page, and nurture your journaling practice.

June invites us to tap into those succulent summer memories – running barefoot in the grass, toes in the sand, warm air at dusk, ice cream down your chin, chasing fireflies . . .

We’ll gather in a supportive circle, follow a few prompts, and see where it leads us – which is often in unexpected and delightful ways.

📅 Thursday, June 11
🕕 6:00–7:30 pm
📍 Sophia's Center for the Healing Arts (Inside Hillwood Presbyterian Church) 6220 Hickory Valley Rd, Nashville

Tea and light snacks provided. This might be a good time for key lime pie 🍋‍🟩😋

Limited space - Register here: https://www.sophiascenter.org/quiet-pages

We've made some updates! We have new summer events for Creative Connections with Women and Horses 🌞

Because you need a few quiet moments and time to reconnect with yourself, others, and (especially) horses.

Join us for Creative Connections with Women and Horses - a peaceful gathering where time with the herd inspires journaling, artmaking, and meaningful reflection in a relaxed, supportive space.

No experience needed. Just come as you are and see what unfolds.

JUNE 20, JULY 18 & AUGUST 8
9:30 am - 12 Noon
📍 Colby's Army, Inc. Ashland City, TN
Limited to 10 women

👉 More info and to reserve your spot: https://creativehorsesummer2026.eventbrite.com

Join us for one, two, or all three days! Discounts will be given when registering for multiple days.