35K For Hay

On September 19th we launched our hay fundraiser with a goal of raising $35,000 by January 1st 🚜🌾🧑🏼‍🌾

Our horses are vital members of our organization allowing us to provide our Equine Assisted Services. We would not be a program without them! Please help us purchase hay to keep their bellies full for the year.

We have a generous donor who is willing to match the first 10k. That means your donation will go twice as far!


Meet the gelding paddock. The boys of the farm!

Charlie, Dash, Thomas and Raven all love to eat their hay.

Here is the breakdown of their hay costs. Donate just $4 to feed a horse for a day, or contribute to their yearly hay intake. Any amount is appreciated and your donations go twice as far with our donor match.


“Farming isn’t for everyone, but hay,
it’s in my jeans.”

If you’ve ever had the joy of doing hay with us at LWF, you know exactly what I mean! For many people in New England, the cool, wet weather this summer ruined some beach days. But for hay farmers, it ruined a whole economy. Supply was low, so prices were high. Our current fundraising campaign is focused on raising money for hay. Every donation is tax deductible!

Thank you for contributing. We are an exempt organization as described in Section 501(c)(3) of the
Internal Revenue Code; EIN 92-2399089.

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Help Support Our Mission!

LWF-EAS is offered to the public throughout Southern Maine. We serve individuals with special needs, public and private school groups, families, team building for employers, veterans organizations, and outpatient rehabilitation programs. Research suggests that equine assisted services can be effective in reducing symptoms of various mental health conditions, improving emotional regulation, and increasing overall well-being. Additionally, working with horses can provide individuals with a sense of purpose and connection to nature, which can be beneficial for mental and emotional health.

We are a 501(c)(3) charitable organization

Click the donate button below to securely give online or mail checks to:

Living Wells Equine Assisted Services
282 Allen Rd.
Wells, ME 04090

Thank you for contributing. We are an exempt organization as described in Section 501(c)(3) of the
Internal Revenue Code; EIN 92-2399089.

We will follow up shortly with a receipt for your tax records.

We also have a need for, and can accept “in-kind” donations. This would include building materials, farm equipment, barn materials, hay, feed, medicines, etc. These donations are also tax deductible. See our Opportunities for Giving page to learn more.

Consult your accountant for details.

If you have any questions, please call or email us.


Different Opportunities For Giving

Details about different ways you can sponsor and partner with us are given on this page. Check it out.

Events & Camps

2023 Summer Camp

Back by popular demand…Living Wells Farm Summer Camp!

For seven years Living Wells Farm has hosted summer day camps for the greater Wells/Ogunquit/Kennebunk communities. Our farm has provided a natural backdrop for outdoor activities and a horse-centric focus. This summer, your child will focus on horsemanship and riding skills. We will learn both on the ground and in the saddle, and gain an appreciation for the care horses require. All levels of rider are welcome, from students who have been riding for years to students who have never been on a horse before.

2023 Summer Camp Online Registration Form

PLEASE CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE & REGISTER ON THE LIVING WELLS FARM WEBSITE  

This will open in a new tab.  The LWF website looks and feels just like this one for our Equine Services program.  Sorry for this hassle in the short term while we transition to a new structure for our programs.

Programs & Services

Living Wells Farm Equine Assisted Services are provided on a property that is a lush, hidden gem tucked among the trees only minutes from Route 1 and the Wells & Ogunquit beaches.  Our property directly connects to miles of trails on conservation land, just steps away from the barn. The 34 acre layout affords plenty of grass pastures for daily turnout. The intimate family atmosphere is relaxing and safe, promoting a rustic, quiet environment for our visitors.

Therapeutic Riding

  • Adaptive riding taught by a PATH Certified Riding Instructor
  • Teaches riding skills as well as promoting emotional and physical well-being
  • Promotes bonding with horses, volunteers and other riders
  • Your child can be involved in preparing the horse for a lesson, if appropriate. This involves: grooming, tacking, leading the horse out to the riding ring
  • Group or private lessons

Recreational Riding

  • Typical horseback riding lesson
  • Teaching riding skills to people with varied backgrounds of experience
    • Can be learning to just pick up the reins or correcting your position in the canter
    • Establish proper equitation, balance, and strength to further riding skills
  • Taught by our experienced staff of trainers

Summer Horse Camps

  • 3 days per week program
  • Experience the responsibilities of caring for horses: feeding, cleaning stalls, handling horses, grooming, tacking, and riding

Healing Hooves

  • Focused on ground work for those who do not want to ride and prefer working on the ground with horses
  • Learn how to safely lead and groom a horse
  • Establish and improve horse to human relationships
  • Start to understand natural horsemanship and what your horse’s emotions are telling you
  • Become a leader that your horse listens to for better control
  • Trust your horse

 

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