USU Extension Davis County - Equine Experience

USU Equine Experience programs are part of USU's Extension mission and include adaptive riding for individuals with disabilities, military Veteran horsemanship experiences, driving programs, equine-assisted learning activities, and other equine-assisted services. To learn more or to volunteer, contact Allie Garlick at 435-919-1340 or allie.garlick@usu.edu.

Current USU Extension Equine Programs to join in Davis County

USU Center for Equine Assisted Services Presents: The Wisdom and healing of the horse With Giuliana Marple An equine assisted learning experience
The Wisdom of the Horse
Dates for this series: January 30
Times: 5PM to 7PM
Cost: $114
Space: Limited to 8
Ages: 12+
The Healing of the Horse
Dates for this series: February 20
Times: 5PM to 7PM
Cost: $114
Space: Limited to 8
Ages: 12+
The Wisdom of the Horse
Dates for this series: March 06
Times: 5PM to 7PM
Cost: $114
Space: Limited to 8
Ages: 12+
The Healing of the Horse
Dates for this series: April 14
Times: 5PM to 7PM
Cost: $114
Space: Limited to 8
Ages: 12+

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Resiliency Wranglers

A fun and empowering 4-week series for youth 14 to 18 years old. Step into your own hero’s journey as you connect with horses, share stories, and build friendships. Through ground horsemanship, you’ll grow in confidence, resilience, and leadershiplearning skills to help you face challenges and write your own brave story. No horse experience needed—just come ready for adventure!One step, one story, and one connection at a time. Tickets are for the entire series. Youth meet once a week for 4 weeks.
Resiliency Wranglers - Series Three
Dates for this series: Jan. 15, Jan. 22, Jan. 29, Feb. 05
Time: 4 PM to 5:30 PM (Thursdays) 
Cost: $100/youth
Space: Limited to 4
Ages: 14-18

Resiliency Wranglers - Series Four
Dates for this series: Feb. 19, Feb. 26, March 05, March 12
Times: 4 PM to 5:30 PM (Thursdays)
Cost: $100/youth
Space: Limited to 4
Ages: 14-18
Resiliency Wranglers - Series Five
Dates for this series: March 26, April 02, April 09, April 16
Time: 4 PM to 5:30 PM (Thursdays)
Cost: $100/youth
Space: Limited to 4
Ages: 14-18

Resiliency Wranglers - Series Six
Dates for this series: April 23, April 30, May 07, May 14
Time: 4 PM to 5:30 PM (Thursdays)
Cost: $100/youth
Space: Limited to 4
Ages: 14-18


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Advanced Resiliency Wranglers

An empowering advanced 8-week series for youth 14 to 18 years old who have completed the Introductory Resiliency Wrangler program and are looking for more in-depth horsemanship.  Email Allie Garlick at allie.garlick@usu.edu for more information.

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Horse Powered Reading
Experience a hands-on approach to literacy that blends reading with our horse interactions. Horse Powered Reading® helps youth develop key reading skills—like decoding, vocabulary, and comprehension—through ground-based activities that connect learning with emotions and movement.

Ages 5-7

Horse Powered Reading (Ages 5-7)
Date: Feb 07
Time: 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Cost: $25/child
Space: Limited to 8
Ages: 5-7

Horse Powered Reading (Ages 5-7)
Date: March 07
Time: 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Cost: $25/child
Space: Limited to 8
Ages: 5-7


Ages 8-10

Horse Powered Reading (Ages 8-10)
Date: April 04
Time: 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Cost: $25/child
Space: Limited to 8
Ages:  8-10

Horse Powered Reading (Ages 8-10)
Date: May 01
Time: 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Cost: $25/child
Space: Limited to 4
Ages: 8-10

Horse Powered Reading (Ages 8-10)
Date: May 15
Time: 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Cost: $25/child
Space: Limited to 4
Ages: 8-10

Horse Powered Reading (Ages 8-10)
Date: May 08
Time: 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Cost: $25/child
Space: Limited to 4
Ages: 8-10