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In 2010, with the addition of the second outdoor arena, MHR established our “Heroes on Horseback” program. We made the commitment to bring the same benefits of equine-assisted activities and adaptive therapeutic riding to our Veterans who have sacrificed so much to keep us safe as we offered to our children and adults with special needs.

Veterans may return from combat with negative self-esteem and an immeasurable amount of guilt that they take back with them to their “ordinary” lives. Unable to deal with the stress they have been exposed to, often they have nowhere to turn and talking about things just seem too unbearable. 


Equine-assisted activities are essentially different from other forms of exercise because it utilizes the three-dimensional movement of the horse to mirror movement in the human body. It is effective because it connects the physical, mental, psychological, and spiritual elements of healing.

When initially introduced to the horses in this program, the horse can sense the negative self-value these people can carry with them. The horses will keep their distance; often turning away from these veterans as though they do not support the negativity. In time, when the veteran begins to verbalize positive self-talk, and even hold their body in a way that promotes more acceptance, the horse will slowly come towards him. In time, the horse and veteran become interdependent, allowing a sense of caring for one another. This friendship does not require that the veteran relive the traumatic experiences from his time in the military. With the horse, exercise becomes a joy rather than a chore.

If you know of an Armed Forces Veteran that could benefit from the services Majestic Hills Ranch provides, or if you know of someone who is interested in volunteering and assisting the veterans through their riding sessions, please have them contact our Heroes on Horseback executive director, Larry Johnson [
mail to: LJohnson@MajesticHillsRanch.com]
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Providing children (4 to under 18 years) and adults (over 18 years) with special needs the opportunity to achieve a sense of freedom, accomplishment, and self-esteem while giving their families hope through therapeutic riding and equine-assisted services.
​Our mission is to also enrich and enhance the lives of ​injured Armed Forces personnel: Active Duty and Veterans in rehabilitation.
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Majestic Hills Ranch
24580 Dakota Avenue
Lakeville, MN  55044
or mailing address:
​Majestic Hills Ranch Foundation
7850 Metro Parkway, Suite 100
Bloomington, MN  55425
  • Home
  • Programs
    • Children / Adults with Special Needs Information >
      • Rider Paperwork
      • Volunteer Paperwork
    • Military Veteran - Heroes on Horseback Information >
      • Rider Paperwork
      • Volunteer Paperwork
  • Events
    • Calendar of Dates
    • Current Fundraising Events
    • Past Ranch Events >
      • 2022 Events >
        • Golf4MHR
        • Rock N Roll Extravaganza II
        • Give to the Max 2022
      • 2021 Events >
        • Rock N Roll Extravaganza
      • 2020 Events
      • 2019 Events >
        • VonHanson's Meats Brat Stand 2019
        • A Day at the Races V Event
        • FunFest! featuring the Teddy Bear Band
        • Give to the Max Day 2019
      • 2018 Events >
        • A Day at the Races IV Event
        • VonHanson's Meats Brat Stand 2018
        • Give to the Max Day 2018
        • Dancing the Night Away 3
      • 2017 Events >
        • A Day at the Races III Event
        • VonHanson's Meats Brat Stand 2017
        • Artistic Event 2 2017
        • Ride-A-Thon 2017
        • Dancing the Night Away 2
        • Give to the Max Day 2017
      • 2016 Events
      • 2015 Events
      • 2014 Events >
        • 2014 Eleven Who Care Honoree - Kim Howard
  • Who We Are
    • Horses
    • Staff >
      • Program Directors
      • Instructors
      • Ranch Manager
      • Board of Directors
    • Our Volunteers
    • T-Shirts
    • Boarding
    • Map
  • Information Page
  • Additional Resources & Links
  • Newsletters & Annual Reports
  • Sponsors and Donations
  • Contact Us
  • 2022 COVID-19