Important Intake Notice as of October 2026:
NTRC is currently approaching rider capacity. New rider applications are processed in the order they are received, and the intake process may take up to three (3) months from application submission to potential placement.
After a completed application is received and reviewed, riders are placed in line for a mandatory evaluation. Evaluation appointments are scheduled as availability allows, and NTRC will contact the potential rider family directly when an appointment becomes available.
While an application is pending, families will typically only be contacted if additional information is needed or when evaluation appointments become available. Following the evaluation, riders move into the placement process based on individual needs and available lesson times, instructors, horses, and volunteer support.
Submission of an application does not guarantee immediate evaluation or placement. We appreciate your patience as we work to thoughtfully evaluate and place each rider in an appropriate lesson environment.
