Currently, our programs are not running- The goal is to be operational by the Summer of 2024. Please check back for updates.
We are however, always looking for individuals to volunteer with our Barn Team- please send an email to info@equisolhorsemanship.org for more information. We hope to hear from you!
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Meet Our Staff
Alexandra Whittey
Executive Director/Instructor
Alexandra Whittey
Executive Director/Instructor
Greetings and welcome to Equisol! My name is Alexandra (Alex) Whittey and I have over 25 years of horsemanship experience and hold the following certifications from the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.): Advanced Therapeutic Riding Instructor, CTRI, Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning and Mentor.
I am also a Certified Masterson Method © Equine Specialist, Certified Health and Wellness Coach and Registered Yoga Teacher (Yoga Alliance RYT 200).
I first became involved with the equine assisted services industry as a parent of a participant, then moved forward to become a volunteer, an Instructor and now I own and operate Equisol Ranch and its programs.
My experience has helped me develop strong intuition and observation skills, which allow me to present as a pillar of strength and guide for others when need be. I constantly strive to achieve clear communication to help people meet their goals in ways that work best for them and to learn from every participant.
I look forward to the opportunity to learn how I may best meet your needs in order to help you meet your desired goals and for you to become a part of the Equisol community.
Equine & Facilities Manager
Barn Team Assistant
Meet Our Equine Partners
Ash
Ash
Ash is a 9 year old 16hh registered American Quarter Horse with a background in ranching, western pleasure, trail, dressage and jumping. There is nothing he can't do! He is calm and loving and aims to please. The name Ash is of ancient Egyptian origin and means the god of oases.
Calypso
Calypso
Calypso is a19 year old Selle Francais (French Sport Horse; combination of Thoroughbred, Arabian and Warmblood) mare standing at 16.1hh. She is spirited, honest and full of personality and has had past careers as a show jumper and a therapy horse. She has an extensive amount of training and experience and is an incredible teacher of equine behavior. In Greek mythology, Calypso was a beautiful nymph (a goddess of nature) who lived on a mythical island.
Cookie
Cookie
Cookie is a registered 13 year old Mini mare who is small but mighty standing at 9.3hh. She had a former career as a kids' party horse and now loves her work as a 4 legged therapist. She gets along with everyone but holds a special place for little humans. She loves to be groomed and gives gives great hugs.
Daisy
Daisy
Daisy, aka "Daisy Duke" is as stunning as she is sweet and gentle and was adopted from a local equine rescue. She is a Molly mule who has only one eye and wears very cool sun glasses! She has learned to adapt, overcome and trust people. In fact, Daisy now wishes for nothing more than love and scratches and will seek out the closest human with whom to connect.
Fir'inn
Fir'inn
Our young gelding is a 5 year old Draft cross who is up for anything. He is fun, curious and mellow. He loves, loves, loves to interact with humans and other equines and is the "little brother" of the herd. The name Fir'inn is of Scottish Gaelic origin and means truthful.
Majik
Majik
Majik is a 7 year old gelding grade (Mustang/Thoroughbred/other) horse who stands at 15hh. He is very social, curious, silly and loves to play and interact with people. Majik was once named Little Black Magic and was solid black. He is currently in training to be ridden.
Winter
Winter
Winter is a 10 year old Gypsy Vanner/Halflinger cross gelding who stands at 15.1hh. He is very gentle, kind, sweet and willing to do anything that is asked of him. He has worked on a cattle ranch and is an incredible therapy horse. He loves scratches and gentle touch.
Zephyr
Zephyr
Zephyr is a 7 year old registered Fresian/Percheron/Morgan cross and stands at 16.1hh. He is calmly assertive and is one the alpha males in the herd but is kind and gentle. The word Zephyr means "a soft gentle breeze". He is working toward becoming a therapy horse.
Zion
Zion
Zion, our 9 year old Quarter Horse cross, is appropriately named as he is our big boy standing at 16.2hh and weighing in at 1,350 lbs! He has a ton of spirit and was a working ranch horse. He is the king of the hill and is loving, curious and patient with kids. The name Zion is of Hebrew origin and means "highest point".
