Our Volunteer Program
The success of Bethpage Equestrian Center is directly impacted by the number of volunteers willing to give of their time. Volunteers work alongside staff to directly support the care of equines and other animals as well as assist in daily barn tasks. Bethpage Equestrian Center utilizes volunteers to help with a variety of tasks such as but not limited to:
Leading and Side Walking
Provide emotional support to our riders who are growing in confidence while also developing their riding skills
Birthday Parties
Grooming and Tacking Horses in Preparation for Lessons
Bathing
General Office Support
Assistance with Special Events
Barn and Office Clean Up
Tack Room Organization and Equipment Maintenance
Greeters and Tours
Pony Rides
Assist in Getting Out and Bringing in Trails
Feeding
Paddock/Stall Cleaning
Miscellaneous Chores around the Farm
Contribute to Animal Care
Volunteers must be at least 12 years of age or older and commit to a minimum of 4 hours a week.
Volunteers must attend orientation meetings and complete at least 8 hours of supervised training as well as have all paperwork filled out by their parent or legal guardian prior to being able to volunteer.
*ANY FORM OF BULLY WILL NOT BE TOLERATED AND WILL RESULT IN IMMEDIATE REMOVAL FROM VOLUNTEER PROGRAM*