4STEPS Therapeutic Riding Program

05/07/2026

Liberty Training: When Your Horse Stays Because It Wants To
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✨ "What's great about having a focus on liberty training is that if it ain't joyful, it ain't gonna happen — 'cause the horse is gonna leave." – David Lichman

04/08/2026

It’s time to sign up for Late Spring riding session. The session begins the week of April 20th through May 23rd.

02/24/2026

With Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Eastern Shore – I just made it onto their weekly engagement list by being one of their top engagers 🎉

02/21/2026

The first ever 4STEPS 5k was a huge success!!! Thank you to everyone who came out in support today!!!
The runners, Eastern Shore Running Club who did the timing, the cheerleaders, the parking attendants, the announcer (Ms Sandy), the set up crew and take down crew.
A special thanks to Linda Marcus who organized this event with the help of Michelle Nelson. Linda and Ted not only donated their time but also the 5k shirts, and Michelle donated the running bibs. And thanks to Judy Dzimiera who provided the snacks. And all the other volunteers and participants who came out in full force helped make this day unforgettable!!
More pictures will be coming, but again, from the bottom of 4STEPS hearts, thank you to you all!!!!

02/21/2026

Thank you so much to our 4STEPS 5K sponsors!!
Thrivent, Vernon Powell Shoes, Patti Hands at Enchanted Hair Salon, Shore Woodcraft. Also Olympia Fitness and Ramsay Lawnscaping!

02/18/2026

Happy Mardi Gras! 🎭💜💚💛

Wishing our Bigs, Littles, families, and community a day full of joy, connection, and a little extra sparkle.

02/02/2026

LAISSEZ LE BON TEMPS ROULEE
Let the good times Roll !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!👑🦀🎷🥁🪇🎹🎧🪗🎸🎻

Shadow or not,
this NUTRIA has spoken.

2 weeks until Fat Tuesday💜💚💛

Right now, we’re layering up, but warmer days are ahead.

The nutria wants sunshine.
He wants warmth.
He demands beautitul Mardi Gras weather.

King cake.
Fried chicken.
Dancing on the route.

Beads will be flying.
Drinks “should” be sweating.
Music wild be loud.
Legs should be OUT on the route🤞🏻

02/02/2026

Dear Riders, Parents, Caregivers, Resource Coordinators and Volunteers,
It’s time to start planning for our 2026 riding season. We look forward to serving with you and fulfilling the needs for recreational riding and equine-assisted activities in the coming year. The Early Spring Session begins the week of March 2nd.
Help us plan our 2026 sessions by completing the attached registration form and return to the office. GO TO
www.4stepstrp.org and scroll to the bottom of the page.
Please fill out the Registration form and send it back to the office.
All new participants must have AN APPLICATION and PHYSICIANS REFERRAL on file. www.4stepstrp.org APPLICATION AND HEALTH INFORMATION. PLEASE MAKE SURE IT IS ON FILE BEFORE THE BEGINNING OF THE SESSION. THANKYOU! www.4stepstrp.org
For questions, comments, concerns, or just to say 'hi'🤹‍♂️🤹‍♀️ or send an emoji or a picture of you with your favorite horse, email me or give me a call or post it in the comments below.

01/31/2026

HONORING AND SERVING OUR COMMUNITY
The success of 4STEPS lies in its ability to integrate traditional education with innovative services in therapeutic riding and equine-assisted activities and therapies. Responding to community needs, 4STEPS develops programs for those who benefit from exceptional programming, innovative curricula and sustainable business practices. As a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, 4STEPS maintains its philanthropy by keeping program fees affordable and offering scholarships by writing grants and soliciting donations to offset the cost for 4STEPS’ participants.

Founded on core values of integrity, passion and efficacy, 4STEPS continues to uphold these beliefs. The cornerstone of our organization is transformation, for the individual, family, and community.

Core Values and Beliefs:
• We are committed to a philosophy of inclusion in all our affairs and fostering activities that add to the richness of our social fabric.
• We are committed to providing a nurturing, compassionate, and a peaceful learning environment, which allows each individual to reach his or her greatest potential.
• We hold a deep respect for humanity, animal kind, and the natural world and are committed to promoting our connectivity.
• We believe in the gift of the horse to heal, teach, empower and inspire.
• We are committed to providing effective therapeutic services and excellence in all our equestrian programming.
• We are committed to safety as paramount in our actions and maintain a do-no-harm approach in all our activities.
• We are committed to providing charitable and affordable access to our services through scholarships, fellowship, and researching grant opportunities.
• We are committed to exploring, collaborating, and seeking counsel in the sustainability of our mission, organization, and industry.
• We are committed to an attitude of openness, teamwork and discovery in our work, while respecting a diversity of living and learning styles.
• We value the curative qualities of our physical landscape and are committed to treading lightly, recognizing our interdependence with the environment and being accountable for our actions.
• We believe we can produce profits and superior value, by operating with these values and serving the common good.
WE CAN'T DO WHAT WE DO WITHOUT YOU!!!
www.4stepstrp.org/donations

01/24/2026

https://youtu.be/SePh7LiPzSc?si=Fv0C4iyWd0s4y8tH
Open your heart and open your mind

בפרק זה של הפודקאסט של איגאלה ישראל אנו מארחים את Rob Filskein (רוב פילסקין) – עובד סוציאלי, מנחה ותיק במודל EAGALA, ואדם המגדיר את עצמו בראש ובראשונה כ-לומד...