Green Chimneys Earns PATH Intl. Reaccreditation

Rescuing animals, helping children with special needs

Student and Rescued Mule Help Each Other

November 8, 2018

June 28, 2017

Upholding high industry standards in animal care and practice is an important part of the Green Chimneys culture. The Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.) recently approved Green Chimneys’ reaccreditation as a PATH Intl. Premier Accredited Center.

The in-depth reapplication process takes place every five years and includes a peer-reviewed assessment of equine-related administrative, facility and program details to ensure all is in accordance with PATH Intl. standards.

Congratulations to our staff for ensuring both the wellness of our equines and the integrity of our programs for children with special needs! We operate an excellent equine education and intervention program comprised of therapeutic riding, horsemanship training, vocational training, and unmounted activities. In the program, children learn how to care for horses, donkeys and ponies, and to manage their own behavior and emotions to benefit their relationship with the animals.

Russian Tortoise

There’s a reason this Russian Tortoise looks so iconic; it’s one of the most popular breeds sold in pet stores. This gentleman arrived at the Green Chimneys Wildlife Center as a rescue and secured a regular role in the classroom, helping students study the differences between tortoises and turtles; tortoises dwell on land, while turtles live in the water some or nearly all of the time. He has a reputation for being very active and outgoing and on warm, sunny days, the students take him outside to search for dandelion leaves to eat.