FROM THE FOUNDER’S MOUTH: Debra Avery reflecting on 25 years of Taking the Reins
After 25 years of operation Taking the Reins caught up with co-founder Debra Avery, assessing how the nonprofit has evolved over the years. She...
Lacey’s First Horse Show
Taking the Reins student Lacey is still on a high from her first show with the Taking the Reins show team in early April. The weekend ended up...
Supernatural PR, “Scotty” (8.3.2003 – 5.1.2023)
“Always remember that once a horse has touched your soul, they will always be with you.” In times of celebration, and in times of sadness, you turn...
Robin McCary would have gone to college.
Robin McCary is a dedicated Taking the Reins board member. For as long as she can remember, she has prioritized finding ways to have horses in her...
Celebrating National Gardening Day
Taking the Reins is most known for transforming Los Angeles girls’ lives through its extensive equestrian program; however, a somewhat hidden gem...
Meet Sally: Facing fears, finding passion
When Sally was 10 years old, her mom decided it was time to do something about how debilitating her daughter’s anxiety was getting. Sally was...
Meet Kaeli: Our first Taking the Reins Junior Board President
People find fulfillment in a variety of places, relationships, and things. 15-year-old Kaeli felt that sense of completion when horses entered her...
Taking the Reins celebrates 25 years of serving Los Angeles girls
The Los Angeles-based nonprofit Taking the Reins (TTR) was founded in 1998, which means 2023 marks 25 years of operation. Taking the Reins is...
On bad days …
I hope you are still enjoying the joy and relaxation of the holiday season with your loved ones. Many of us know that with the excitement and...