The Appalachian Therapeutic Riding Center (ATRC) was founded in 1986 and is located on 15 acres in the beautiful South Toe Valley. ATRC is a 501(c)3 non-profit agency and has 3 Professional Association for Therapeutic Horsemanship Certified instructors. Additionally physical, occupational and speech therapists are often involved, either hands on or acting as consultants.
Mission: The Appalachian Therapeutic Riding Center (ATRC) provides therapeutic horseback riding for persons with physical, cognitive, and/or emotional challenges in a safe, structured environment.
2023 Board of Directors
Miika Rolett – Executive Director (Reports to the board)
Jan Sparks – President Early Childhood Intervention Specialist, Retired
Sally McCoy – Vice President Physical Therapist
Katie Bernstein – Secretary Self-employed Artist
John Hall – Pastor, High School Educator, Retired
Meri Stella – Treasurer Physician
Charles Bierbauer- Professor Emeritus of Journalism, Retired
Ed Blattler- CPA
Michael Hopson- Communications, Retired
Julie Spitzer- Project Manager, Retired
Amanda Fender- Magistrate
Carol Hilbert- Social Worker
Cher Levin- Disney Executive, Retired
Richard Adams- Lawyer, Retired