We teach Resiliency through Horsemanship. Whether you are looking to expand your communication skills with your horse, learn to develop a deeper connection and partnership, or are seeking a unique opportunity to examine yourself, there is something for you in Resiliency through Horsemanship. We build a foundation through communication, leadership, and patience. We build trust, partnership, and freedom of expression not only in our equine partners but in ourselves. Come join the Healing Herd for a wonderful journey into Resiliency through Horsemanship.
2022 Workshop Schedule Coming Soon
Round Pen for Relationship
February 12th 10am to 2pm $25 RSVP Required
Learn to connect at liberty with a horse. Identify round pen goals and build a deeper relationship with clear communication
Breaking through the Fear - Developing Resilience and Confidence
March 5th 12pm to 4pm $50
What is holding you back from reaching your goals whether it be with your horse, in your profession or personal life? This workshop takes a deep dive into fear. What is it, what are the different kinds, how to identify it and how to build strategies to move past it.
Breaking Down the Basics - Why do we Circle/Lunge - Ground Schooling 101
Date TBD $50
Fundamentals of ground work and communication. Let's get down to the basics of forward, backward, left and right.
Private Sessions Available
Email to book a private 1 hour session to dive into your specific needs and questions.
Refresh Retreat - Private Group Booking
The Refresh Retreat is designed for a private group booking of 2 to 6 people. Fee will be based on each private group individualized program.
Contact us for more information
GLAMP, PAMP and REVAMP (is back)
An Inspired Women's Retreat
Memorial Day Weekend 2022
May 27 through May 30th
Arrive at the ranch Friday, May 27th by 4pm. Enjoy a relaxing meet and greet evening. We will dive into the 3 keys to resiliency over the next two and a half days stripping away false labels, assumptions, and opening our hearts, bodies, minds and spirits to uninhibited dreaming, goal setting and inspiration. The Healing Herd of rescued horses will guild us on a journey of inspiration.
This retreat takes place at The Medicine Horse Project ranch in the beautiful Buena Vista Valley of Northern Nevada. Unlimited sky view full of stars and surrounded by glorious mountain peaks.
Equine activities will vary all with a focus on building, connection and communication with previously abused, abandoned or neglected horses.
All equine activities are on the ground, there is no horseback riding in this retreat.
Visit the local natural hot spring for a soak. Have a drum, rattle or even a rain stick or tambourine? Bring it for a drum circle with the horses.
All meals and rustic, off grid accommodations provided.
Climate is warm during the day with temperatures ranging between 75 to 100 degrees with cool breezy evenings.
Space limited to 6 participants
Cost: $495.00 all inclusive registration requires a $200.00 deposit. (if participant cancels less than 2 weeks prior to retreat deposit is non-refundable)
Email: medicinehorseproject@gmail.com for details and registration.
There is no need to bring a horse of your own to any of our workshops or retreats, we will work with the herd of rescued horses.
For More information about Upcoming Workshops, Corporate Programs, and Private Bookings, Email Us by Clicking Below or Contact Chris Nichols at 775-304-0043.
Chris has been teaching Resiliency thru Horsemanship for 10+ years. H.I.G.H. and H.I.P. certified Chris is passionate about facilitating programs to help people find hope, inspiration and resilience.
Darlene is an accomplished wild horse gentler, natural horsemanship trainer as well as a Masterson Method practitioner.