Horses, music, and community spirit will come together this fall when Ivey Ranch Park Association hosts its 15th Annual Western Hoedown on Saturday, Oct. 11, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Ivey Ranch Equestrian Center in Oceanside.
For more than 40 years, the nonprofit has been a place where children and adults of all abilities discover independence, confidence, and connection through equestrian therapy, day programs, respite care, and vocational training. Each week, more than 300 participants—many with moderate to severe disabilities—find purpose and belonging at the ranch.
As the Hoedown approaches, Ivey Ranch is spotlighting a few of the people whose journeys reflect the heart of its mission.
StevenAn Escondido native, Steven first came to Ivey Ranch as a 9-year-old camper in 2009. He returned every summer, later becoming a Summer Intern and Instructor’s Aide. His dedication helped inspire the launch of the Vocational Training Program in 2019, which now supports young adults with special needs in hands-on ranch work and horse care. Now 26, “Cowboy Steven” works at the ranch several days a week, riding his favorite horses and completing tasks independently.
DavidDavid of Vista joined Ivey Ranch in 1994 as a 5-year-old in the School Age Program and later became one of the first participants in the therapeutic riding program in 2003. More than two decades later, he continues to ride every Saturday. David has formed a close bond with his horse Abe and takes pride in grooming, tacking, and riding, while also serving as a role model for younger riders.
FionaFiona began riding at Ivey Ranch at age 11 and has grown up with the program. Today she is a riding instructor, Caretaking Manager, and Assistant Equestrian Program Manager—and also lives on-site in Oceanside. As an adult with ADHD, anxiety, and depression, she calls Ivey Ranch her true home, a place where she is fully accepted and where she now helps others find confidence and connection through horses.
Founded in 1981, Ivey Ranch Park Association enhances the lives of people with and without disabilities through care, education, and equine-assisted services. Each week, the association supports more than 300 individuals, with more than two-thirds living with moderate to severe disabilities, including behavioral and genetic disorders or disabilities caused by accident or trauma, according to a news release.
Programs include the Adult Day Program, School-Age Program, equestrian services, in-home respite care, a Working Intern Program, and a Community Garden. For more information, visit iveyranch.com/.
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