The Veterans Outdoor Recreational Therapy Equine Xperience (VORTEX) is an 8-week equine-assisted group program for veterans and active-duty military members. For more info, go to: VORTEX
RSVP is REQUIRED for this FREE family-friendly community event! Go to our homepage to sign up HERE at https://empoweranch.org
Dates: Monday, December 22nd through Wednesday, December 24th
TIME: 9:00AM - 12:30PM
EXTENDED CAMP TIME AVAILABLE from 9:00AM - 2:00PM!
Who: Designed for kids ages 7-14 (camper experiences will be tailored to fit ages/skill level)
*Independent 6 year-olds may attend as well, and children age 5-6 may attend with an older sibling.
We celebrate neurodiversity! We welcome children who benefit from additional learning, social, and behavioral support!
Where: EmpoweRanch
Address: 308 West Siesta Way, Phoenix, AZ 85041
Cross-Streets: Dobbins Rd. & Central Ave.
Weight limit for riding: 180 lbs.
Dates: Monday, December 22nd through Wednesday, December 24th
TIME: 9:00AM - 12:30PM
EXTENDED CAMP TIME AVAILABLE from 9:00AM - 2:00PM!
Who: Designed for kids ages 7-14 (camper experiences will be tailored to fit ages/skill level)
*Independent 6 year-olds may attend as well, and children age 5-6 may attend with an older sibling.
We celebrate neurodiversity! We welcome children who benefit from additional learning, social, and behavioral support!
Where: EmpoweRanch
Address: 308 West Siesta Way, Phoenix, AZ 85041
Cross-Streets: Dobbins Rd. & Central Ave.
Weight limit for riding: 180 lbs.
The Veterans Outdoor Recreational Therapy Equine Xperience (VORTEX) is an 8-week equine-assisted group program for veterans and active-duty military members. For more info, go to: VORTEX
📅 Sunday, November 16th, 2025 | ⏰ 9:00am – 12:00pm
📍 EmpoweRanch, 308 West Siesta Way, Phoenix, AZ, 85041
Lend a helping hand at the ranch whether it’s in the garden, organizing and inventorying supplies, renovating the chicken coop, or helping with the horses!
All ages and abilities welcome!
⚠️ Please note:
For the safety of all involved, please leave pets at home (working service animals welcome)
Please wear closed-toe shoes, sun protection, and weather-appropriate clothes you don’t mind getting dirty
Bring a refillable water bottle/hydration, and any work gloves or tools you wish to bring.
Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult unless enrolled in our Teen Leadership Program.
By submitting this form, you acknowledge you’ve read and agree to the EmpoweRanch Liability Waiver & Media Release.
The Veterans Outdoor Recreational Therapy Equine Xperience (VORTEX) is an 8-week equine-assisted group program for veterans and active-duty military members. For more info, go to: VORTEX
📅 Sunday, November 9th, 2025 | ⏰ 10:00am – 12:00pm
📍 EmpoweRanch, 308 West Siesta Way, Phoenix, AZ, 85041
Lend a helping hand at the ranch whether it’s in the garden, organizing and inventorying supplies, renovating the chicken coop, or helping with the horses!
All ages and abilities welcome!
⚠️ Please note:
For the safety of all involved, please leave pets at home (working service animals welcome)
Please wear closed-toe shoes, sun protection, and weather-appropriate clothes you don’t mind getting dirty
Bring a refillable water bottle/hydration, and any work gloves or tools you wish to bring.
Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult unless enrolled in our Teen Leadership Program.
By submitting this form, you acknowledge you’ve read and agree to the EmpoweRanch Liability Waiver & Media Release.
The Veterans Outdoor Recreational Therapy Equine Xperience (VORTEX) is an 8-week equine-assisted group program for veterans and active-duty military members. For more info, go to: VORTEX
The Veterans Outdoor Recreational Therapy Equine Xperience (VORTEX) is an 8-week equine-assisted group program for veterans and active-duty military members. For more info, go to: VORTEX
The Veterans Outdoor Recreational Therapy Equine Xperience (VORTEX) is an 8-week equine-assisted group program for veterans and active-duty military members. For more info, go to: VORTEX
The Veterans Outdoor Recreational Therapy Equine Xperience (VORTEX) is an 8-week equine-assisted group program for veterans and active-duty military members. For more info, go to: VORTEX
For the nature-loving, animal-crazy kiddos in your life, this is a five-day adventure at the ranch they’ll cherish for years to come! Find out more about our Fall Camp HERE!
Two outstanding veterans groups are joining together to shower EmpoweRanch with TLC! The Mission Continues has registration and details available for veterans on their website at: Event: Horsin' Around With Travis Manion Foundation at EmpoweRanch | The Mission Continues
We hope to see you there!
Event Title: Morning at the Ranch
Date: Saturday, September 27th, 2025
Location: EmpoweRanch, 308 West Siesta Way, Phoenix, AZ, 85339
Description:
Join us for a special Morning at the Ranch — an opportunity for Veterans, Active Duty, and First Responders to relax, connect, and enjoy time at EmpoweRanch.
🌿 Meet our horses and animals
🤝 Connect with others in service
✨ Refresh with nature and community
This event is free for Veterans, Active Duty, and First Responders — RSVP required.
Vendor/Organization tabling spots available with a $10 donation.
Join us at EmpoweRanch for a morning of coffee, conversation, and camaraderie! Veterans, active-duty service members, and first responders are invited to join us for light refreshments, a tour of the ranch, a meet and greet with our animals and our team, some fun activities, and an opportunity to learn about FREE programs and resources with EmpoweRanch and community partners.
VETERANS, ACTIVE DUTY, & FIRST RESPONDERS: To RSVP, please email JessiV@EmpoweRanch.org with your name and name of anyone you’d like to bring with you. Working service animals only, please - no pets for the safety and well-being of all involved.
VENDORS: DO YOU PROVIDE A RESOURCE (program, service, product, etc.) FOR VETERANS and want to have a booth at this outdoor event? We request a $10 donation and you provide table/chairs/canopy. The donation helps us cover event expenses.
We look forward to meeting you for our third Morning at the Ranch!
