Big Maple Farm's Natural Therapies

06/15/2026

Great Article! Thank you Bri Fleming for taking time to write it 💕

RIDGWAY — Big Maple Farms Natural Therapies of Ridgway is calling on the community to help it sustain the programs that bring smiles, learning and healing to both youth and

06/13/2026

Snickers is 👀 for new favorite people to come and join our program.

Natural horsemanship with a donkey can teach us a lot about who we are.

Who wants to come and spend an hour a week with this sweet girl building a relationship, finding some peace, and just enjoying all the pets?

Applications are open and we have funds to help reduce your cost.

06/12/2026

We have been quiet and for that we apologize.

Time is not something we have much on the farm let alone running a nonprofit and a farm business.

We are still out doing what we love.

We are still trying to raise money to keep expanding.

We are still advocating for the power of horses and people.

We are still looking for others who want to join us.

We are still looking for you!

Today is the day to stop and say “how can I help?”

Reach out, call us about our mission, see what we are doing. Trust us when we say, we need you.

06/02/2026

There is something special about being around a horse.
Research has shown that horses have powerful heart rhythms and are incredibly sensitive to the emotions and energy of those around them.

Many people find that simply spending time with these amazing animals helps them feel calmer, more present, and more connected.

At Big Maple Farms Natural Therapies, we witness these moments every day. Whether it’s a child gaining confidence, an adult finding peace after a difficult week, or a volunteer discovering a new sense of purpose, horses have a unique way of helping us slow down and reconnect.

As our programs continue to grow, we’re looking for people who want to be part of this mission.

🐴 Volunteers
🐴 Board Members
🐴 Program Participants
🐴 Community Supporters

If you’ve ever wanted to make a difference while spending time with some incredible horses, we’d love to hear from you.

Together, we can create more opportunities for positive equine interactions and help bring the healing power of horses to even more people in our community.

Message us today to learn how you can get involved!

05/21/2026

Did you catch us on WJAC TV?

You can check it out here: https://wjactv.com/news/local/local-nonprofit-raising-funds-for-animal-transport-van

Fiona needs your help feeling comfortable as her schedule starts to fill up with summer parks programs, libraries, community events, and more.

You can donate right on our website and it is tax deductible! You get your receipt instantly for tax purposes.

We hope you check it out and help Fiona this summer!

05/20/2026

You can catch us on the news tonight at 5pm!

Hear about why we are raising money to help Fiona and her friends get new transportation, learn about how you can help and the impacts we have made.

Horses are such special animals and we desire to bring them to our community in a new manner, but we can’t do it without you!

So check out WJAC tonight and a huge thanks to Justin for grabbing the story!

05/12/2026

Fiona is getting ready for the America 250 celebration on June 27th, and she can’t wait to meet new friends and represent Big Maple Farms Natural Therapies in our community! 🇺🇸🐴

While Fiona loves visiting schools, events, and community programs, traveling in a large horse trailer can be stressful for our little mini horses. Our dream is to purchase a safe, comfortable transport van designed specifically for our therapy team so Fiona and her friends can travel with less fear and more comfort.

We need the community’s help to make it happen. Every donation, share, and word of encouragement brings us one step closer to providing better transportation for the horses that bring smiles, confidence, learning, and healing to so many people in our area. ❤️

Donations are currently being accepted on our website:

🌐 www.bigmaplefarmnt.net

Thank you for supporting our mission and helping Fiona continue making a difference in the lives of others!

05/08/2026

There’s something truly special about the connection between people and mini horses. ❤️🐴

At Big Maple Farms Natural Therapies, our mini horses help create moments of confidence, comfort, laughter, and healing for children, adults, and community members of all ages.

From building social-emotional skills and self-confidence to encouraging reading, communication, and positive interactions, these little horses make a BIG impact everywhere they go.

We are excited to share that we are currently accepting applications for individuals interested in participating in our programs! Whether you are looking for therapeutic interactions, educational opportunities, or simply a positive and encouraging environment, we would love to connect with you.

📩 Message us today for more information or to request an application.

05/06/2026

Check out the “commercial” we put together for LIFT’s youth conference this morning.

Just trying to keep getting the word out how much a person can benefit from equines.

If you are looking for something to do tonight, bring the kids to Family Fun night at the Johnsonburg Firehall from 5:30-7:30.

Little Fiona is bringing a fun game and information on how you can join our program!