LyonHeart Equine Assisted Learning

HorsePowered Life Skills - "Flipping the Emotional Switch"
2022-09-12 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
“Just calm down!” Easier said than done when emotions are ramping up. Ask any child. In this unique program, Mango (our resident equine emotional expert) will demonstrate to your child how he can learn to “Flip that Emotional Switch” through illustration (cartooning). Joselynne Gomez (with the help of Mango) will guide your child to recognize the signs of tension in his own body – breathe and relax to “flip that switch” to avoid the ultimate meltdown.
Joselynn Gomez, creator of this program, is a third-year student at the University of Nebraska at Kearney – studying Elementary Education. Joselinne has been a faithful volunteer for the past three years.
Target Skills: Regulating & identifying emotions, Recognizing tension
When: Monday, September 12 – One evening only
Time: 5:30 – 6:45 pm
Limited to six (6) participants.
Grades: Completed Kindergarten and up
Program Fee: $35 Full price
$25.00 – Partial Scholarship fee
Registration Fee – $10.00 one-time fee (per year) that applies to all participants
T-shirts available for a donation of $12.00.
Scholarships: Partial scholarships available.
Activities take place in an outdoor arena and activity shelter. No riding. No previous horse experience needed.
Requirements: Closed-toed shoes, Signed Release of Liability by parent/guardian (to be emailed to you after registration)

HorsePowered Life Skills - "Back to School - Be BOLD"
2022-08-01 - 2022-08-03 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
Looking forward to going back to school is exciting for some children. But sometimes, it can feel scary or overwhelming to children. Maybe it’s starting a new grade, feeling anxious about a subject they don’t like or getting used to the school schedule again. Whatever challenge your child may face, we are here to help. Our equine teachers will show them how to change their mindset from fear to
BE BOLD.
B-Brave
O-Optimistic
L-Launch
D-Determined
Target Skills: Resiliency, Courage, creating a plan and moving forward
When: August 1, 2, & 3 (3 consecutive days) – two hours per day.
Time: Choose 9:00-11:00 am or 6:00-8:00 pm.
Limited to six (6) participants.
Grades: Completed Kindergarten and up
Cost: $10.00 registration fee plus $200/$100*/ or No-Cost** (Full scholarship)
Registration Fee – Is a one-time fee (per year) that applies to all participants
T-shirt is included.
Scholarships:

Scholarship applications are available on-line and are good for one yea

Activities take place in an outdoor arena and activity shelter. No riding. No previous horse experience needed.

HorsePowered Math - "Measuring UP"
2022-07-18 - 2022-07-20 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
Learning to measure can feel challenging. Our four-legged teachers make learning these valuable skills a hands-on activity. Measuring our horses takes the boring out of math, ensuring an interactive activity. This isn’t your typical math class! Your child will experience a variety of measuring tools, many of them only found in the world of horses. Participants will measure the horses’ height, calculate the weight of all the horses and create their own obstacle course.
Target Skills: Math – Measurements & computation, teamwork, reading directions.
When: July 18, 19 & 20 (3 consecutive days) – two hours per day.
Time: Choose 9:00-11:00 am or 6:00-8:00 pm.
Limited to six (6) participants.
Grades: Completed 4th grade and up
Cost: $10.00 registration fee plus $200/$100*/ or No-Cost** (Full Scholarship)
Registration Fee – Is a one-time fee (per year) that applies to all participants
T-shirt is included
Scholarships:

Scholarship applications are available on-line and are good for one year.

Activities take place in an outdoor arena and activity shelter. No riding. No previous horse experience needed.

Old West Days - Adventure Centers
2022-07-11 - 2022-07-13 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
Your child will discover new adventures as they learn about the “wild” days of the old West. Fire up your child’s enthusiasm with fishing, campfire stories, traveling the trail, horse-themed crafts, scooping horse “apples,” and learning to lasso the runaway calf. Connect with an authentic wild west experience while learning some fun skills. It’s time to giddy up and hit the trail with your little cowboy or cowgirl.
These adventures centers are being offered in on three different mornings. The adventures will be the same each day.
Target Skills: Problem Solving, Teamwork, Math, Reading
Time: 9:00-11:00 am ONLY
When: Choose, Monday, July 11, Tuesday, July 12 or Wednesday, July 13
Limited to 12 participants per day.
Ages: 3 – 9 years old
Cost: $10.00 registration fee plus $25.00
$25 – if the registration fee has been paid.
Registration Fee – Is a one-time fee (per year) that applies to all participants
T-shirts are available for a donation of $12
Activities take place in an outdoor arena and activity shelter. No riding. No previous horse experience needed.

Equine Escape Rooms - Independence Day
2022-06-29 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
The Great Equine Escape!
Our newest program lets your child learn in an engaging environment that awakens their curiosity while solving clues and enjoying fun scenarios. Each Equine Escape Room allows your child to practice valuable life skills, like teamwork and problem-solving, while learning math and reading. Your child will discover a new adventure, find hidden treasure or rescue a horse! All while interacting with horses.
The U.S.A. has a special birthday this year. In 2022 the country will have a historic birthday, turning 246. The celebration is about to start. But there’s a problem. Before the party can begin, your child must accept a unique challenge. They must use a compass, U.S. coordinates, and a black light to decode the puzzles within the “Firecracker Maze.” Will they triumph and begin the celebration? Or will this historic event go uncelebrated?
Target Skills: Problem Solving, Teamwork, Math, Reading
When: June 29, Wednesday
Time: Choose 9:00-10:15 am or 6:00-7:15 pm.
Limited to six (6) participants.
Grades: Completed 4th grade and Up
Cost: $10.00 registration fee plus $25.00
$25 – if the registration fee has been paid.
Registration Fee – Is a one-time fee (per year) that applies to all participants
Scholarships: Thanks to Dollar General Literacy Foundation, however, all the scholarships have been spoken for.
T-shirts are available for a donation of $12 or free when the same child registers for two or escape rooms.
Activities take place in an outdoor arena and activity shelter. No riding. No previous horse experience needed.

Equine Escape Room - Safari Survivor (Tuesday)
2022-06-28 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
The Great Equine Escape
Our newest program lets your child learn in an engaging environment that awakens their curiosity while solving clues and enjoying fun scenarios. Each Equine Escape Room allows your child to practice valuable life skills, like teamwork and problem-solving, while learning math and reading. Your child will discover a new adventure, find hidden treasure or rescue a horse! All while interacting with horses.
Our safari-themed escape room creates a scenario where your child is part of a tourist group on a safari. But there’s a problem. A mischievous monkey steals the key to the safari vehicle, leaving everyone stranded. So, the adventure begins. Your child must work with the group to solve puzzles and riddles. Success means finding the key and completing a fun safari.
Target Skills: Problem Solving, Teamwork, Math, Reading
When: June 28, Tuesday
Time: Choose 9:00-10:15 am or 6:00-7:15 pm.
Limited to six (6) participants.
Grades: Completed Kindergarten & Up
Cost: $10.00 registration fee plus $25.00
$25 – if the registration fee has been paid.
Registration Fee – Is a one-time fee (per year) that applies to all participants
Scholarships: Thanks to Dollar General Literacy Foundation
T-shirts are available for a donation of $12 or free when the same child registers for two or escape rooms.
Activities take place in an outdoor arena and activity shelter. No riding. No previous horse experience needed.

Equine Escape Room - Carnival Chaos (Monday)
2022-06-27 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
The Great Equine Escape
Our newest program lets your child learn in an engaging environment that awakens their curiosity while solving clues and enjoying fun scenarios. Each Equine Escape Room allows your child to practice valuable life skills, like teamwork and problem-solving, while learning math and reading. Your child will discover a new adventure, find hidden treasure or rescue a horse! All while interacting with horses.
Every child loves the magic of a summer carnival. And, of course, every carnival must have a carousel. But this time, something’s different. One of the horses has escaped! Your child must help to bring order to the chaos. Will the lost horse be found? Can your child save them? Your child will solve hidden clues with their team to return the horse to its carousel.
Target Skills: Problem Solving, Teamwork, Math, Reading, Patterns
When: June 27, Monday
Time: Choose 9:00-10:15 am or 6:00-7:15 pm.
Limited to six (6) participants.
Grades: Completed Kindergarten through 4th grade
Cost: $10.00 registration fee plus $25.00
$25 – if the registration fee has been paid.
Registration Fee – Is a one-time fee (per year) that applies to all participants
Scholarships: Thanks to Dollar General Literacy Foundation, however, all the scholarships have been spoken for.
T-shirts are available for a donation of $12 or free when the same child registers for one or more Equine Escape Rooms
Activities take place in an outdoor arena and activity shelter. No riding. No previous horse experience needed.

Equine Escape Room - Safari Survivor (Monday)
2022-06-27 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
The Great Equine Escape
Our newest program lets your child learn in an engaging environment that awakens their curiosity while solving clues and enjoying fun scenarios. Each Equine Escape Room allows your child to practice valuable life skills, like teamwork and problem-solving, while learning math and reading. Your child will discover a new adventure, find hidden treasure or rescue a horse! All while interacting with horses.
Our safari-themed escape room creates a scenario where your child is part of a tourist group on a safari. But there’s a problem. A mischievous monkey steals the key to the safari vehicle, leaving everyone stranded. So, the adventure begins. Your child must work with the group to solve puzzles and riddles. Success means finding the key and completing a fun safari.
Target Skills: Problem Solving, Teamwork, Math, Reading
When: June 27, Monday
Time: Choose 9:00-10:15 am or 6:00-7:15 pm.
Limited to six (6) participants.
Grades: Completed Kindergarten and Up
Cost: $10.00 registration fee plus $25.00
$25 – if the registration fee has been paid.
Registration Fee – Is a one-time fee (per year) that applies to all participants
Scholarships: Thanks to Dollar General Literacy Foundation, however, all the scholarships have been reserved.
T-shirts are available for a donation of $12 or free when the same child registers for two or escape rooms.
Activities take place in an outdoor arena and activity shelter. No riding. No previous horse experience needed.

Horse Krazy Kids - "The Work Horse"
2022-06-20 - 2022-06-22 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
Did you know horses are still used for logging and plowing small fields? Their history of working hand-in-hand with people is filled with hard work, determination, and grit. Your child will learn about this animal’s remarkable history as a vital part of agriculture and industry through reading, observing, and talking about a horse breed of their choice.
This program includes various activities designed to teach about different horse breeds and the unique jobs they perform. Your child will also flex their creative muscles by coming up with a “job” their horse buddy would do best. The possibilities are endless!
Target Skills: Reading, researching, writing, observing, focus
When: June 20, 21, & 22 (3 consecutive days) – two hours per day.
Time: Choose 9:00-11:00 am or 6:00-8:00 pm.
Limited to six (6) participants.
Grades: Completed Kindergarten and up
Cost: $10.00 registration fee plus $200/$100*/ or No-Cost** (Full Scholarship)
Registration Fee – Is a one-time fee (per year) that applies to all participants
Scholarships:

Scholarship forms are available on-line. (Applications are good for one year.)

Activities take place in an outdoor arena and activity shelter. No riding. No previous horse experience needed.

HorsePowered Life Skills - "Gratitude - It's an Inside Job"
2022-06-06 - 2022-06-08 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
Are you looking for a way to help your child shift to a positive mindset? Research shows simple gratitude exercises can help refocus our minds and bodies. Equine teachers create real-life scenarios to help your child go beyond lists of possessions to understand gratitude as a part of their day-to-day life.
Performing simple gratitude exercises allows us to develop a positive mindset to see life clearly. Our four-legged teachers will help your child understand that gratitude isn’t just creating a list of things to be grateful for but rather living in the present. Turning obstacles into “the best thing that ever happened to me!”
Target Skills: Regulating emotions, accepting failures, creating a positive mindset
When: June 6 ,7 & 8. (3 consecutive days) – two hours per day.
Time: Choose 9:00-11:00 am or 6:00-8:00 pm.
Limited to six (6) participants.
Grades: Completed Kindergarten and up
Cost: $10.00 registration fee plus $200/$100*/ or No-Cost** (Full scholarship)
Registration Fee – Is a one-time fee (per year) that applies to all participants
Scholarships:

Scholarship applications are available on-line and are good for one year.
**Full Scholarships are limited to two per child per year.
*Partial Scholarships ($100) are not limited

Activities take place in an outdoor arena and activity shelter. No riding. No previous horse experience needed.

Volunteer Recruitment Activity
2022-05-21 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
Calling on all past and future LyonHeart Equine Assisted Learning volunteers. Our summer activities are about to begin, and we are looking for responsible young people and adults to volunteer during our summer programs assisting the children and the horses as needed. Do you need Volunteer (Community Service) Hours? This is the place to be – to earn those hours and have fun, too!
Come join us for an afternoon of fun as you and your friends learn more about us as you navigate the “Volunteer Maze”. Prizes and drawings to be awarded.
When: Saturday, May 21, 2022
Time: 1:00-2:30 p.m.
Who: You? Age requirement – 12 years old
Where: 3135 West 22nd Street, Kearney
Bring: Your friends and a signed release of liability (by your guardians) if under the age of 18.
Email: Kristi@LyonHeartEquineLearning.org to request a Release of Lability form
Where: Boots or closed-toed tennis shoes

May Book Club - Grades K-3
2022-05-04 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
This program goes beyond reading and answering standard “comprehension” and “vocabulary” questions.
Your child will be responsible for adding to the in-depth discussion of the book through various rotating: Discussion Director, Illustrator, Connector, Wordsmith, Summarizer & Investigator. The youth will also be interacting with the horses in a variety of activities (no riding) to reinforce some valuable life skills.
Book: “The Amazing True Story of The Little White Horse Who Wanted to be Brown” by Rebecca J. Lillis (Students will be given the book on the first day.)
Dates: Wednesday- May 4, 11, 18 & 25
Time: 4:15 – 5:45 p.m.
Grades: K-3
Group Size: 6
Location: 3135 West 22nd Street, Kearney, Nebraska
Cost: One time – $10 registration fee (Disregard if previous paid) $80 – Full Price (Plus $10 registration fee – unless previously paid) $50 – Partial Scholarship (Plus $10 reg. fee- unless previously paid) No full scholarships and t-shirts are available for this program at this time.
Requirements: Closed-toed shoes, Signed Release of Liability by parent/guardian (To be emailed to you after registration)

May Book Club Grades 4 & Up
2022-05-03 - 2022-05-24 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
This program goes beyond reading and answering standard “comprehension” and “vocabulary” questions.
Your child will be responsible for adding to the in-depth discussion of the book through various rotating: Discussion Director, Illustrator, Connector, Wordsmith, Summarizer & Investigator. The youth will also be interacting with the horses in a variety of activities (no riding) to reinforce life skills when it comes to “Tough Competition.”
Book: Book #2 The Adventures of the Short & Sweet Ranch. “Tough Competition” (Students will be given the book on the first day.)
Dates: Tuesdays- May 3, 10, 17 & 24
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. OR 4:15 – 5:45 p.m.
Grades: 4 & Up (Independent reading is a plus, but not necessary)
Group Size: 6
Location: 3135 West 22nd Street, Kearney, Nebraska
Cost: One time – $10 registration fee (Disregard if previous paid) $80 – Full Price (Plus $10 registration fee – unless previously paid) $50 – Partial Scholarship (Plus $10 reg. fee- unless previously paid) No full scholarships and t-shirts are available for this program at this time.
Requirements: Closed-toed shoes, Signed Release of Liability by parent/guardian (To be emailed to you after registration)

April Book Club - Grades K-3
2022-04-06 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
This program goes beyond reading and answering standard “comprehension” and “vocabulary” questions.
Your child will be responsible for adding to the in-depth discussion of the book through various rotating: Discussion Director, Illustrator, Connector, Wordsmith, Summarizer & Investigator. The youth will also be interacting with the horses in a variety of activities (no riding) to reinforce that even “The Smallest Horse” has a very important job to do.
Book: The Smallest Horse by Lorie List & Amanda Holbo (Students will be given the book on the first day.)
Dates: Wednesday- April 6, 13, 20 & 27
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. OR 4:15 – 5:45 p.m.
Grades: 1-3 (Independent reading is a plus, but not necessary)
Group Size: 6
Location: 3135 West 22nd Street, Kearney, Nebraska
Cost: One time – $10 registration fee (Disregard if previous paid) $80 – Full Price (Plus $10 registration fee – unless previously paid) $50 – Partial Scholarship (Plus $10 reg. fee- unless previously paid) No full scholarships and t-shirts are available for this program at this time.
Requirements: Closed-toed shoes, Signed Release of Liability by parent/guardian (To be emailed to you after registration)

April Book Club - Grades 4 & Up
2022-04-05 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
This program goes beyond reading and answering standard “comprehension” and “vocabulary” questions.
Your child will be responsible for adding to the in-depth discussion of the book through various rotating: Discussion Director, Illustrator, Connector, Wordsmith, Summarizer & Investigator. The youth will also be interacting with the horses in a variety of activities (no riding) to reinforce learnings.
Nadine Davies is a local author who may be available on the final day to meet with the group.
Book: The Adventures at the Short & Sweet Ranch by Nadine Davies (Students will be given the book on the first day.)
Dates: Tuesdays – April 5, 12, 19 & 26
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. OR 4:15 – 5:45 p.m.
Grades: 4 and Up
Group Size: 6
Location: 3135 West 22nd Street, Kearney, Nebraska
Cost: One time – $10 registration fee (Disregard if previous paid) $80 – Full Price (Plus $10 registration fee – unless previously paid) $50 – Partial Scholarship (Plus $10 registration fee – unless previously paid) No full scholarships and t-shirts are available for this program at this time.
Requirements: Closed-toed shoes, Signed Release of Liability by parent/guardian (To be emailed to you after registration)

Cowboy Social
2022-02-27 14:00 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Eagles Club, 17 West 24th Street, Kearney, 68847, United States
Please join us for a fun afternoon – filled with unique cowboy poetry and Dutch Oven desserts – prepared on site.
Sunday, February 27, 2022
2:00 – 4:30 PM
Eagles Club – Ballroom – 17 West 24 Street, Kearney, NE
Cowboy Poets – RP Smith and Jake Riley
Tickets are “free”; however, it is recommended that tickets are “purchased” as the seating is limited. Tickets may be obtained at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cowboy-social-fundraiser-featuring-cowboy-poet-r-p-smith-tickets-229454563777
Free-will donations accepted at the event. Proceeds will be used to offset the program costs in the form of scholarships to children.
An opportunity to sponsor one of our five horses for the year 2022 will be available to you as well. The sponsorship is $1500 per year. It may be paid annually, $750 (2 payments), $375 (4 payments) or $125 (monthly). Please contact us, if you would like you secure your sponsorship of a particular horse before the event.
Sponsorships will include recognition on social media, newsletters, emails, signage, a leather pillow with the photo of the horse and receiving updates directly from the horse itself.

Equine Escape Room - Rainbow Ransom #2
2022-02-17 13:00 - 14:30 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
Are you looking for a unique adventure for your child involving horses? Equine Escape Rooms are the answer. Your child will love our newest program!
Rainbow Ransom will involve teamwork, problem-solving and a ton of laughter in order to solve a variety of puzzles to rescue the Rainbow-Wanna Be Horse. Once the horse has been rescued, your child will make the horse’s dream come true by decorating her to be the Rainbow Horse she has always wanted to be!
All activities will be completed on the ground. No riding or previous horse experience is needed.
Dates: Thursday, February 17
Time: 1:00 to 2:30 pm
Location: 3135 West 22nd Street, Kearney, Nebraska
Grades: 4 – 7
Group Size: 6
Cost: $10 registration fee (non-refundable). Registration Closes on February 16 @ 10:30 pm.
Requirements: Closed toed shoes, Signed Release of Liability by parent/guardian (to be emailed after you register)
This program is a pilot program – meaning your child will be helping us determine the difficulty levels of the puzzles and the time needed to free the horse. There are no scholarships and t-shirts.

Equine Escape Room - Pirating "Sea" Horses #2
2022-02-17 13:00 - 14:30 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
Are you looking for a unique adventure for your child involving horses? Equine Escape Rooms are the answer. Your child will love our newest program!
Your child will be a valuable member of an undercover pirate team. Together, they will have a limited amount of time to solve tricky puzzles in order to rescue the “Sea” Horse captured by the evil pirates.
All activities will be completed on the ground. No riding or previous horse experience is needed.
Dates: Thursday, February 17
Time: 1:00 to 2:30 pm
Location: 3135 West 22nd Street, Kearney, Nebraska
Grades: 4 – 7
Group Size: 6
Cost: $10 registration fee (non-refundable). Registration closes February 16 @ 10:30 p.m.
Requirements: Closed-toed shoes, Signed Release of Liability by parent/guardian (to be emailed after you register)
This program is a pilot program – meaning your child will be helping us determine the difficulty levels of the puzzles and the time needed to free the horse. There are no scholarships and t-shirts.

Equine Escape Room - Rainbow Ransom #1
2022-02-16 13:00 - 14:30 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
Are you looking for a unique adventure for your child involving horses? Equine Escape Rooms are the answer. Your child will love our newest program!
Rainbow Ransom will involve teamwork, problem-solving, creativity and a ton of laughter in order to solve a variety of puzzles to rescue the Rainbow-Wanna Be Horse. Once the horse has been rescued, your child will make the horse’s dream come true by decorating her to be the Rainbow Horse she has always wanted to be!
All activities will be completed on the ground. No riding or previous horse experience is needed.
Dates: Wednesday, February 16
Time: 1:00 to 2:30 pm
Location: 3135 West 22nd Street, Kearney, Nebraska
Grades: K-3
Group Size: 6 (Registration #7 & 8 will be placed on a waiting list.)
Cost: $10 registration fee (non-refundable). Registration closes on Tuesday, February 15 @ 10:30 PM
Requirements: Closed-toed shoes, Signed Release of Liability by parent/guardian (to be emailed after you register)
This program is a pilot program – meaning your child will be helping us determine the difficulty levels of the puzzles and the time needed to free the horse. There are no scholarships and t-shirts.

Equine Escape Room - Pirating "Sea"Horses #1
2022-02-16 13:00 - 14:30 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
Are you looking for a unique adventure for your child involving horses? Equine Escape Rooms are the answer. Your child will love our newest program!
Your child will be a valuable member of an undercover pirate team. Together, they will have a limited amount of time to solve tricky puzzles in order to rescue the “Sea” Horse captured by the evil pirates.
Dates: Wednesday, February 16
Time: 1:00 to 2:30 pm
Location: 3135 West 22nd Street, Kearney, Nebraska
Grades: 4 – 7
Group Size: 6 (Registration #7 & 8 will be placed on a waiting list.)
Cost: $10 registration fee (non-refundable). Registration Closes Tuesday, February 16 @ 10:30 pm.
Requirements: Closed toed shoes, Signed Release of Liability by parent/guardian (to be emailed after you register)
This program is a pilot program – meaning your child will be helping us determine the difficulty levels of the puzzles and the time needed to free the horse. There are no scholarships and t-shirts.

2022-02-06 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
This program goes beyond reading and answering standard “comprehension” and “vocabulary” questions. This unique Book Club is centered around “Literature Circle” concepts while engaging with a horse, of course.
Your child will discuss “The Smallest Horse” in depth. Discussion will evolve around events and characters in the book, the author’s craft, or personal experiences related to the story. Your child will discover that even the smallest horse has a particular and much needed job to do in life.
Book: The Smallest Horse by Lori List & Amanda Holbo. (Students will be given the book on the first day.)
Dates: Wednesdays- April 6, 13, 20 & 27
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. OR 4:15 – 5:45 p.m.
Grades: 1-3 (Independent reading is a plus, but not necessary.)
Group Size: 6
Location: 3135 West 22nd Street, Kearney, Nebraska
Cost: One time – $10 registration fee in 2022. (Non-refundable) (Disregard if previous paid) $80 – Full Price (Plus $10 registration fee – unless previously paid) $50 – Partial Scholarship (Plus $10 registration fee- unless previously paid) No full scholarships or t-shirts are available for this program at this time.
Requirements: Closed-toed shoes, Signed Release of Liability by parent/guardian (To be emailed to you after registration)

Soup Luncheon
2021-12-02 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
Join us for soup luncheon on Thursday, December 2 between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM. We encourage you to drop by for a bowl of chili soup and cinnamon roll and a chance to meet our horses, volunteers and staff.
You have the opportunity to donate to LyonHeart Equine Assisted Learning during the 24-hour Give Where You Live Campaign – hosted by the Kearney Area Community Foundation. Our goal is raise $10,000. This will allow us give more scholarships to more children in 2022.
If you cannot donate in person, you may donate anytime between now and midnight of December 2 at:
http://www.GiveWhereYouLive.net/LyonHeart
Thank you so much for choosing to make a difference in the life of a child through horses.

Stable Relationships "Heard it from the Herd"
2021-10-04 - 2021-10-06 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
New adventure for Parent and Child
Looking for a fun fall activity with your child? Then look no further. “Heard it from the Herd” engages both parent and child in unique games while interacting with horses. Activities will include: traveling through an obstacle course that you & your child design, an egg relay, creative writing, and “tail” painting. Prepare for lots of laughter as you spend quality, enjoyable time with your child!

October 4-5-6 (Three consecutive evenings)
6:00-7:30 PM – each evening
Limited to one parent and one child (ages 7 and up)
Class size: Limited to four families.

Special Instructions when registering:

Parent/Guardian – Name of Parent/Guardian who will be attending with the child
Participant Name – Name of Child who will be attending
Personal Information – Pertains to the child attending. If the parent/guardian has any information that we need to be aware of, please share in the “Other Information” Section.
T-shirt – List the size of the child. List the parent/guardian size in the “Other Concerns” section.

Program Fees:

Full scholarships – no cost to family unit – based on availability
Partial Scholarship – $100 per family unit (one parent & one child)
Full Price – $200 per family unit (one parent & one child)
Payment due on the first day of program (cash or check) or pay electronically via Donation page.

Activities:

Take place in an outdoor arena and activity shelter
No riding
No previous horse experience
Must wear closed toed shoes or boots. Absolutely no sandals or flip-flops are to be worn in the arena.

HorsePowered Math "Measuring UP"
2021-09-27 - 2021-09-29 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
Learning how to measure shouldn’t cause anxiety. Take on a new perspective while measuring from the barn! Your child will use tools to measure a horse’s height & calculate its weight. We will also learn how to measure distance, area, & perimeter as participants create an obstacle course on the final day.

September 27-28-29 (Three consecutive evenings. Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday)
6:00-7:30 PM – each evening
Grades: 3rd Grade and UP
Class size: Limited to six (6) per program

Program Fees:

Full Scholarships – no cost – Based on availability
Partial Scholarships – $100 per program – Unlimited per child/family
Full price – $200 per program
Payment due on the first day of program (cash or check) or pay electronically via Donation page.

Activities:

Take place in an outdoor arena and activity shelter
No riding
No previous horse experience
Must wear closed toed shoes or boots. Absolutely no sandals or flip-flops are to be worn in the arena.

HorsePowered Reading & Math "Ruckus on the Ranch"
2021-09-20 - 2021-09-22 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
Is there tension in your home when your child’s homework comes out? Perhaps you’re concerned about your child falling behind. Our four-legged teachers specialize in renewing your child’s excitement for reading & math and bringing calm to the chaos.
Topics will include verbs, geometry, & and creating a Barn Quilt.

September 20-21-22 (Three consecutive evenings. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday)
6:00-7:30 PM – each evening
Grades: Kindergarten -3rd Grade Only
Class size: Limited to six (6) per program

Program Fees:

Full Scholarships – no cost – Based on availability.
Partial Scholarships – $100 per program – unlimited per child/family
Full Price – $200 per program
Payment due on the first day of program (cash or check) or pay electronically via Donation page.

Activities:

Take place in an outdoor arena and activity shelter
No riding
No previous horse experience
Must wear closed toed shoes or boots. Absolutely no sandals or flip-flops are to be worn in the arena.

HorsePowered Life Skills "Gracious Grumpies"
2021-09-13 - 2021-09-15 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
Does your child have a case of the “grumpies?” Our equine-assisted activities will help your child learn to reset those negative emotions. Your child will travel down the “Troublesome Trial” while partnered with a horse as they discover how to turn the “grumpies” into a spirit of generous gratitude.

September 13-14-15 (Three consecutive evenings. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday)
6:00-7:30 PM – each evening
Grades: Kindergarten and Up
Class size: Limited to six (6) per program

Program Fees:

Full Scholarships – no cost – Based on availability.
Partial Scholarships – $100 per program – Unlimited per child/family
Full price – $200 per program
Payment due on the first day of program (cash or check) or pay electronically via Donation page.

Activities:

Take place in an outdoor arena and activity shelter
No riding
No previous horse experience
Must wear closed toed shoes or boots. Absolutely no sandals or flip-flops are to be worn in the arena.

Reading Round Up Book Club
2021-09-07 - 2021-10-05 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
Reading Round Up Book Club (Literacy Circle)
Maximum: six (6) youth in grades 4-6 to participate in our Pilot Program – Reading Round Up Book Club (Literacy Circle).
When: Five (5) consecutive Tuesdays beginning September 8 & ending October 5.
Time: 10:00 to 11:15 AM
Book: “The Adventures at the Short & Sweet Ranch” by Nadine Davies – living in Ravenna, Nebraska
Each youth will be be responsible for adding to the in-depth discussion of the book through various rotating: Discussion Director, Illustrator, Connector, Wordsmith, Summarizer & Investigator. The youth will also be interacting with the horses in a variety of activities (no riding) to reinforce learnings.
Cost: $60 Register and pre-pay on or before September 3rd
$75 Register on or after September 3rd
Fee includes the book but not a t-shirt. (No scholarships available.)
T-shirts will be available for $12 (our cost).
Payment can be made via Donation Page or sent to 3135 West 22nd Street, Kearney, NE 68845
Activities take place in an outdoor arena and activity shelter. In-climate weather – activities will be in the house.

Volunteer Orientation
2021-09-07 - 2021-09-08 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
Whether you are just curious or absolutely positive your want to make a positive impact on the lives of children, please join us for our Volunteer Orientation. You will learn the ins and outs of our programs as well as get to experience it first hand.
All new volunteers are required to attend only one of the following trainings. If you attended the Volunteer Orientation in June of 2021, you do not attend.
If you volunteered for us prior to 2021, you will need to attend this training.
Dates: Tuesday, September 7 OR Wednesday, September 8
Time: 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Clothing: wear closed-toed shoes (Mandatory).
Address: 3135 West 22nd Street
Bring any paperwork (2021 Volunteer Application and Release of Liability) that has not been previously submitted.
We are looking forward to seeing you again or seeing you for the first time.

HorsePowered Life Skills - Back to School Challenges & Opportunties
2021-08-02 - 2021-08-04 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
Making their child’s transition to school easier is every parent’s priority.
Your child may feel excited about going back to school. However, there may
also be anxiety about new teachers, a different environment, or even a
curriculum they perceive as too difficult. Our “Back to School” program partners with a horse to become a “living” diagram, giving your child a physical tool for addressing the various challenges associated with going back to school. Your child will learn how to reframe those challenges as opportunities for a positive mind growth.
Target Skills: Reframing challenges as opportunities, teamwork & emotional resilience
Each program will run three (3) consecutive days – two (2) hours per day. Choose only a morning or an evening program.

9:00 – 11:00 AM OR 6:00 – 8:00 PM
If program is full, please contact us if you wish to be placed on a waiting list.
Up to a maximum of 6 participants – dependent upon the number of students that have a behavioral Individual Education Plan.

Cost: $200/$100*/ or No-Cost**

Payment due on the first day of program (cash or check) or pay electronically via Donation page.

Grades: Kindergarten and up
Scholarships:

**Full Scholarships may be limited – due to the number of applicants
*Partial Scholarships ($100) are not limited

Activities take place in an outdoor arena and activity shelter. No riding. No previous horse experience needed.

HorsePowered Life Skills - Horse Crazy Kids
2021-07-26 - 2021-07-28 | LyonHeart, 3135 West 22nd St., Kearney, NE, 68845, United States
Does your child love everything about horses? Are they completely horse crazy? If so,
we have a program that will introduce them to fun facts about horses. Your
child will learn about the different horse breeds, their various colorings, and
preferred habits. Your child will also participate in a variety of horse
activities for kids. Give your child the opportunity to learn about a living,
breathing subject they can relate to through hands-on experience.
Each program will run three (3) consecutive days – two (2) hours per day. Choose only a morning or an evening program.

9:00 – 11:00 AM OR 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Up to a maximum of 6 participants – dependent upon the number of students that have a behavioral Individual Education Plan.

Cost: $200/$100*/ or No-Cost**

Payment due on the first day of program (cash or check) or pay electronically via Donation page.

Grades: Kindergarten and up
Scholarships:

**Full Scholarships may be limited – due to the number of applicants
*Partial Scholarships ($100) are not limited

Activities take place in an outdoor arena and activity shelter. No riding. No previous horse experience needed.
