NVTRP – Northern Virginia Therapeutic Riding Program

Trotz Family to serve as Honorary Co-Chairs of “Build to Thrive”

October 12, 2016 by NVTRP1

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The Northern Virginia Therapeutic Riding Program (NVTRP) has announced that Washington Capitals Head Coach Barry Trotz and his wife, Kim, will serve as the honorary co-chairs of its Build to Thrive capital campaign. Thanks to a $1 million grant from the O’Shaughnessy-Hurst Memorial Foundation, NVTRP was able to purchase its…

Horses Healing the Unseen Wounds of War

October 12, 2016 by NVTRP1

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Our military servicemen and women work long hours and spend extended periods of time away from their families in order to protect our country and others who are less fortunate around the world. The sacrifices they make while fighting for our freedom allow us to enjoy the way of life…

“ADOPT” Happy & Teddy

August 9, 2016August 31, 2016 by NVTRP1

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Teddy and Happy need your help! These two beloved equines have yet to be adopted. But you can change that! NVTRP spends approximately $4,000/year to care for each of our hard working equines. That includes their food, supplements, and routine medical, dental, and farrier care. When not so routine things…

Final Salute at NVTRP

June 30, 2016July 17, 2016 by NVTRP

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On June 26th, The Northern Virginia Therapeutic Riding Program (NVTRP) partnered with Final Salute Inc. to host a day camp for local women veterans and their children. Organized by NVTRP and Final Salute Inc. volunteer Rachel Engler, the event was among the first equine-assisted programs of its kind in Northern…

NVTRP Hosts Open House

June 25, 2016July 26, 2016 by NVTRP

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On Wednesday, July 6th, The Northern Virginia Therapeutic Riding Program (NVTRP) hosted an open house to showcase potential activities and therapies to be offered by the program. The more than 35 people in attendance were given the chance to participate in an Equine Assisted Learning session, as well as art…