Talladega school seeking volunteers for equestrian program

The Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind in Talladega is in need of  more volunteers for its growing equestrian program.  Students in the Marianna Green Henry Special Equestrians Program take a total of about 3,500 rides on horses each year. The full time staff needs six to 15 volunteers at the MGH Arena at a time to make a class possible.  Volunteers don't have to know sign language to be able to help deaf students.  People don't even have to know anything about horses.  The staff offers training and many activities and programs for volunteers.  In addition to riding, some AIDB teachers use horses in class to offer different types of learning opportunities.  There are also physical therapy sessions and activities which involve horses.  Volunteers need to be at least 14 years old.  The staff needs volunteers to come at the same time every week to help increase the familiarity with the children, staff, and horses.  Learn more about volunteering at the MGH Special Equestrians Program website.