Our speaker today was our own Francie Fortune, Executive Director of SunCatcher Therapeutic Riding Academy. SunCatcher was established in 2001 as a mobile program out of Custer, SD. In 2010 they permanently moved to Rapid City, SD where they provide therapeutic horsemanship. They serve all ages of people with special needs. Their program allows them to learn and experience the unique connection between horse and human. This year they were able to have 84 participants who came weekly. They also ran special programs for kids from the Children’s Home Society. We heard from board president Kent Wells on his experience with kids and trusting with the horses help. Bill & Tammy Dennert , Certified Practioners introducing Horseback Miracles which is a unique equine sensory therapy program where the horse is the catalyst for improving brain function. SunCatcher is a mostly volunteer organization depending on the generosity of local business, private donations and grants. If you would like more information on this incredible organization please visit www.suncatchertra.org.
Thank you Rotarians for more candy donations to help the Stotybook Island Safe n Sweet Trick N Treat Fundraiser October 26, 2024. They still need more volunteers for the event. Contact the park if you can help. 
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