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A Young rider on horseback assisted by two volunteers. one is supporting the rider and the other is leading the small grey horse. They are walking away from the camera into a sunset.

Volunteer

We're very excited that you're interested in volunteering with TROtt! We depend on our volunteers to continue to provide high-quality, safe and fun programming, and there are many ways in which our volunteers can help.

TROtt is very lucky to have so many dedicated volunteers. Each year, our volunteers donate over 7,000 hours in classes. This doesn’t include the many hours volunteers donate to help us with barn chores, training, special events, administrative work, and our handy maintenance crew.

We are forever thankful!

Path to Becoming a Volunteer

1. Application

Fill out the application above and let us know you want to join!

 

2. Police Record Check

Because you'll be volunteering with a vulnerable sector we require a police record check.

 

3. Orientation

Now that all the paper work is out of the way join us for an orientation session to learn more about TROtt and what you can do.

4. Sidewalker Training

Your first training session! Learn the ins and outs of our lessons, this is where all volunteers start.

5. Shadowing

Join one of our seasoned volunteer groups to shadow a lesson and get a feel for how things flow.

 

Smiling volunteer with a horse

Who can Volunteer?

  • You must be at least 14years old.

  • Commit two-hour shifts once a week or regular availability to cover last minute openings.

  • Your own transportation to get to TROtt.

  • Police record check (for individuals for 18+)

  • Complete required forms and training

Volunteering in lessons at TROtt is active, hands-on, and fun! You'll help prepare horses and walk or jog alongside riders. You should have a moderate level of fitness for volunteering in lessons.

If all that sounds good! We'd love to hear from you! 

Person leading a miniature horse on a wooded path

What Types of Volunteers are Needed?

  • Side Walking

  • Horse Handling

  • Admin and Office Support

  • Stable Help

  • Fundraising

  • Summer Volunteers

Smiling volunteer with a young horse nuzzling his face

Still have questions?

Our fantastic Volunteer Coordinators would love to answer them for you! 

volcoord@ottawatherapeuticriding.ca

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