Horses for Special Needs in Darkes Forest | Disability service

Horses for Special Needs

Locality: Darkes Forest

Phone: +61 2 4294 3441

Address: 448 Darkes Forest Rd 2508 Darkes Forest, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.darkesforestranch.com.au/

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24.01.2022 Vouchers redeemable at the Ranch. Pop in for a coffee and cake while making a booking for your next trail ride adventure

24.01.2022 Hi All, thank you to all the participants that have confirmed their riding place at Star Club tomorrow. If you are unable to attend could you please message me ASAP. Otherwise we will see our confirmed riders tomorrow at 10am - 22/03... Thanks Fran 0427 412 105

24.01.2022 Mason Happy Birthday

23.01.2022 Star Club returns this Sunday July 19th Remember places are limited so please get in quick! We have missed you all

22.01.2022 Leo has been having regular lessons with his favourite horse here at the ranch 'Happy'. I think its pretty obvious they have a very special bond!! #thisiswhatwelivefor #thebestpaymentissomebodyelseshappiness #horsetherapy #horsesforspecialneeds

22.01.2022 Hi y’all, We have added some dates to Star Club so please message me if you would like to put your name down for any of the dates as we fill spots very quickly... Event Dates: 16th February 22nd March... 19th April 17th May 21st June 19th July 23rd August 11th October 1st November December to be advised Contact Fran - 0427 412 105 See more

22.01.2022 HEADS UP we now require all visitors to register their attendance at the Ranch through guesthq.com.au Staff will require to site this as completed at the reception window upon arrival Thanks y'all

19.01.2022 Hey Guys, what an awesome Star Club we had last Sunday, here are some photos from our day.

16.01.2022 https://www.instagram.com/p/CAjNVUmjjgj/

15.01.2022 They say time flies when your having fun and todays shenanigans went so fast we werent able to capture it all on film however here are a few magical moments A very very special thanks goes to all of our volunteers of whom give their time each and every month, @wrightfarrierservices, @thomasarenaproducts, @equisage and @christiansmeats, this program would not be possible without your ongoing support and products. We are beyond greatful to be able to give back to the commu...nity with our beautiful and irreplaceable horses #darkesforestridingranch #horsesforspecialneeds #wrightfarrierservices #thomasarenaproducts #christiansmeats #equisage #bestfunonyabum #thingsthatmakeyourheartwarm #horses #horse #horseriding #localbusiness #supportedbythebest #wollongong #australia #discoverwollongong #fitness #outdoorrecreation #nswtourism #nswsouthcoast #nswcoast

14.01.2022 Group Sessions on hold Due to government restrictions we have currently put all group sessions on hold. For Saddle Club Participants; We have offered one on sessions for missed sessions 28 & 29 March and April 4, 5 & 18 with the option of extending the year into December for final sessions.... For Star Club Participants; We unfortunately will cancel Aprils Easter Celebration of Star Club but would love to see any participants who need their horsey fix in a one on one session. Bookings by email, phone or text

13.01.2022 Star Club - https://mailchi.mp/77b06a008d27/star-club

12.01.2022 COVID-19 Dear Darkes Forest Ranch Friends & Family. I would like to reach out to you personally today and advise you of the measures we are taking at The Ranch,... and how you can assist us during the threat of the COVID-19 outbreak. First and foremost, the health and safety of our Visitors, Clients, Employees and local Community is paramount. Darkes Forest Ranch has introduced the following measures to maintain and increase our levels of cleanliness and hygiene. Increased frequency of cleaning touch points throughout the venue, including pens, tables, horse tack, point of sale, door handles and other areas; Hand sanitiser stations have been set up at reception and eating area, and additional stations will be added throughout the Ranch as required; Stronger cleaning protocols and workplace hygiene procedures have been implemented; Our employees who have travelled overseas recently have been asked to remain at home and self-isolate. No employees will be allowed at work showing flu-like symptoms. How can you assist? We ask that all visitors evaluate their own health prior to visiting the Ranch. If you feel unwell or show any flu-like symptoms, please stay at home; Please remain at home if you have recently returned from overseas, as per the Government’s current self-isolation guidelines; Please remain at home if you have been in contact with any person who has been diagnosed with, or shown symptoms of, COVID-19. We encourage all visitors and guests whilst attending the Ranch, to follow the below guidelines to maintain safe hygiene practices; Regularly and thoroughly wash and clean your hands for 20 seconds, and utilise the hand sanitiser stations throughout the property; Maintain a distance of 1.5m from other guests where possible; Avoid physical contact when greeting others; Cover your mouth and nose with bent elbow or tissue when you cough or sneeze and dispose of the tissue immediately. You can be assured that we are doing everything possible to ensure the safety of our guests, employees and the community. If you have any concerns, please feel free to contact us via our website. Thank you, Keiron Tattler Ranch Manager

12.01.2022 Message to Staff, Volunteers & Clients While we appreciate you all, we have to ask you to consider your own and others health and well being in the coming weeks. Please stay away if you are vulnerable to the virus, if you are feeling unwell, if you have recently travelled overseas or if you have come in contact with someone who has been diagnosed with COVID-19... Please find attached extract of policy issued by us earlier this week. Entire policy can be found on our social media platforms. How can you assist? We ask that all visitors evaluate their own health prior to visiting the Ranch. If you feel unwell or show any flu-like symptoms, please stay at home; Please remain at home if you have recently returned from overseas, as per the Government’s current self-isolation guidelines; Please remain at home if you have been in contact with any person who has been diagnosed with, or shown symptoms of, COVID-19. We encourage all visitors and guests whilst attending the Ranch, to follow the below guidelines to maintain safe hygiene practices; Regularly and thoroughly wash and clean your hands for 20 seconds, and utilise the hand sanitiser stations throughout the property; Maintain a distance of 1.5m from other guests where possible; Avoid physical contact when greeting others; Cover your mouth and nose with bent elbow or tissue when you cough or sneeze and dispose of the tissue immediately. Keiron Tattler Ranch Manager 448 Darkes Forest Rd DARKES FOREST NSW AUSTRALIA Darkes Forest Ranch 0418 430 405 +61 242 943441 [email protected] www.darkesforestranch.com.au

11.01.2022 Birthday celebrations today

10.01.2022 November Star Club - https://mailchi.mp/096d12b14716/november-star-club

10.01.2022 Star Club is on Sunday 11th October 10am -12pm Please let us know if we’ll be seeing youStar Club is on Sunday 11th October 10am -12pm Please let us know if we’ll be seeing you

09.01.2022 Howdy y’all In light of NSW healths advice in regards to Community Sports we will again unfortunately have to Suspend upcoming Star Club sessions. At this stage we are looking at at least 6 weeks but we will advise as soon as we can regarding rescheduled dates.... One on one sessions are still available and can be booked by giving us a call 0242 943441 https://www.nsw.equestrian.org.au//COVID%20-%2019%20UPDATE

08.01.2022 2021 Star Club Dates: 28th February 28th March 23rd May... 27th June 25th July 22nd August 31st October 28th November December to be advised

07.01.2022 Wow check this out, our very own Danielle Slade on television. What a wonderful group Stella Experiences is. We hope to have the group to come out for a trail ride & a BBQ soon.

02.01.2022 Hey Guys, meet Holly the most gorgeous, funny, cutest young lady around. Holly has been coming for lessons at Darkes Forest Riding Ranch for quite a while. Holly is learning how to interact with Horses & how her emotions affect the horse. Holly’s progress in a short time has been phenomenal. Well done sweetie so looking forward to our lessons starting back soon.

02.01.2022 Star Club will run with 10 participants this Sunday and back to full capacity July 19th

02.01.2022 Star Club & Christmas Party - https://mailchi.mp/a33a445386b8/star-club-3335481