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Let’s have some fun together. CATRA has some events for everyone of all ages.

Kentucky Derby Gala

Friday, May 3, 2024


Motorcycle Ride – Miles For Smiles

September 9, 2023


CATRA-Thon

Saturday, October 21, 2023

Bowl-A-Thon

Saturday, March 16, 2024


Don’t Miss Out On These

Noah’s Nook

PAWS N’ READ

Area students – regardless of reading level – are invited to read to CATRA dogs, cats, horses, and other farm animals. The opportunity to read to animals in a safe, non-judgmental environment has been shown to strengthen reading skills of children and teens.
Small but fun horses

MINIATURE HORSE EXTRAVAGANZA

The Miniature Horse Extravaganza is a team of Miniature Horses that have been trained by CATRA volunteers under the guidance of CATRA co-founder, Ben Nolt.
Unicorn Quest

HIGH HOPES MINATURE HORSE PROGRAM

Children ages 8-12 and their parent/guardian are invited to participate. The course is designed to promote healthy choices, effective communication skills and volunteerism using equine-assisted learning.
College Students

ALTERNATIVE BREAKS

Each year CATRA hosts ‘Alternative Break’ students from various colleges and universities in the United States. Students typically spend 4 or 5 days volunteering at CATRA while learning more about the role and benefits of therapeutic riding for individuals dealing with a wide variety of special needs.

Our Mission

CATRA provides quality equine and animal-assisted therapeutic programs to the people of the Capital area.

Our vision is to be a center of excellence where equines and other animals enrich the lives of people of all abilities to enhance physical, spiritual, intellectual, mental, emotional, and social well-being through a holistic approach.

Get In Touch With Our Team To Learn How You Can Help

Give us a call, email us or come by and visit.