FAQ

1) Where is the location?

​​​Lantern Lighter Ranch is located in Quaker City, Ohio, wrapped in the serenity of the wooded beauty found in Guernsey County. Here you are within an hour or less of Triadelphia, Cambridge, Dover and New Philadelphia.​​​

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2)What is equine assisted learning? 

It is an effective approach to human development that encourages individual and team growth. Equine assisted learning is an experiential method of developing life skill facilitated by a qualified professional to meet educational, professional and personal needs through specifically designed interactions with horses.​​​

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3)Do I need horse experience?

You do not! We operate with safety as a top priority. Before each program you will be instructed around safety with horses and the arena rules. Each interaction can be altered based on the comfortability of our guests.​

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4)Will I ride a horse?

No, in this skills development program, our guest work alongside the horses. The horses become part of your team and will give you the best and true responses. 

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5)Do you require a therapist to be present?

This is a skills development program. We do not require a therapist, although if your group has one and wants to bring one along, you are welcome to! If that is your plan, please make sure to share that information with me.

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6)What if Im scared or dont like horses?

This program is very good at helping people overcome their fears in a general way. Often fear is driven from not understanding. As you get to know the horses and you learn their language you will begin to enjoy them.

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7)Do I need certain clothing?

Yes, this is a great question! Be sure to wear shoes that are completely enclosed for protection. We have more information in the "What to Bring" tab as well!

Be sure to consider your comfort always.

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8)Are you certified with insurance?

Absolutely! I am insured!

I am a certified equine assisted learning instructor and certified through ceritified horsemanship association. I have been instructing safe experiences with horses since 2010.

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9)"I'm allergic"

Be sure to premedicate before you come and bring an antihistamine with you.

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10) Why horses?

Horses are prey animals. Their number one concern is to feel safe. That comes from a connection within a herd(horse or human herds). Horses are social beings just like humans- we need each other, by coming together we restore trust and build community and connection. A horse does not have preconceived ideas, cast judgement or lie. Their honesty empowers people to reconnect with themselves along with the predesigned program, start to reestablish the joy and well-beings in their lives.

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12)Do you provide transportation?

I do not, it is up to you to provide transportation.

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