A local nonprofit is helping kids build confidence with a little help from horses. The Therapeutic Ranch for Animals and Kids, known as TRAK, uses animal-assisted learning to support children as they grow and develop new skills.
Mina Rowe has been coming to TRAK for the past six years. “This is pretty much my second home,” Mina says.
Mina balances school and the challenges of growing up while making time for what she loves most, which is working with animals. She says being at the ranch has helped her form meaningful connections.
“I feel like it’s a very therapeutic thing and there’s a lot of love for a lot of animals. Like I have a lot of good connections with animals,” Mina explains…