Mustang Rescue Companion

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2 - 16 semanas  ·  Edad 21 - 50+

rating  Brillante 4.7  · 
  Verificado por Volunteer World
  Ratio de respuesta buena

Puntos Relevantes

  • Gaining hands-on experience with our rescued and abused mustangs.
  • Observing the training and rehabilitation methods of professional horse trainers.
  • Participating in the daily care of our horses and other animals.

Puntos Relevantes

  • Gaining hands-on experience with our rescued and abused mustangs.
  • Observing the training and rehabilitation methods of professional horse trainers.
  • Participating in the daily care of our horses and other animals.
  • Learning about the history of wild mustangs.
  • Attending local eco-tourism activities.


  • Especialmente adecuado para

    Edad 21+
    Solteros y solteras
    Parejas
    Familias
    Grupos
    50+

    Sobre el programa

    As a volunteer, you will participate in every day horse care and barn upkeep and have the opportunity to have hands-on experience with our rescued and abused horses.

    Volunteers are crucial to our rescue center – providing much needed help and allowing us to properly care for our rescued Mustangs.
    Wild Horse Rescue Center (WHRC) is a 501(c)3 NG0WHRC could not exist without our volunteers.  By visiting WHRC, you are taking an active part in our rescue work ...

    Sobre el programa

    Volunteers are crucial to our rescue center – providing much needed help and allowing us to properly care for our rescued Mustangs.
    Wild Horse Rescue Center (WHRC) is a 501(c)3 NG0WHRC could not exist without our volunteers.  By visiting WHRC, you are taking an active part in our rescue work and a critical stand against abuse and mistreatment of wild horses. You will help ensure a dignified life for our horses and help sustain America’s wild heritage – the Mustang.

    What can you expect?
    Anyone over 21 years old can volunteer at WHRC – regardless of physical abilities, there is always something to do. Rare exceptions to this age requirement may be made for volunteer applicants age 18-20 who have advanced horse experience and are approved after a video interview with Diane. If you sign up to volunteer, we expect you to work and participate in all activities; however, if there are any physical aspects that make you unable to participate in everything, we can adjust your tasks.  As a volunteer, you will help with daily chores, such as mucking stalls, daily care of the horses, and infrastructural improvements to stables. You will also assist in real hands-on rehabilitation work with wild horses. The majority of our horses come from abusive environments, and when they first arrive, they are often genuinely afraid of people. As a volunteer, you will play a critical part in helping these horses understand that not all people are bad.

    Weekly Volunteer Program
    As a volunteer with us, you will get real hands-on experience with our mustangs – both wild and tame!  Our volunteers help with everyday barn maintenance, horse care and exercise, capital improvements, and helping to socialize wild horses. A big part of volunteer work with us is socializing with rescued and wild/semi-wild mustangs. 

    Our rescue work with wild horses is drastically different than work with domestic horses, so please keep an open mind! You can expect to do some riding during your stay; however, as we are a rescue and rehabilitation center, the focus is not on riding. We do not allow volunteers to go off-site individually with the horses for insurance and safety reasons.  

    There will be activities scheduled such as beach trips, kayaking, horse riding trails, etc. for the volunteers, and, if you wish, you can arrange transportation for off-site activities on your free days.  We are in a remote area, but public transportation, such as UBER, is available. 

    All volunteers will be responsible for keeping their living area clean.

    Your payment goes toward:

    • ·       Lodging (which you keep clean yourself) in either a single or double room in our bunkhouse or a single or double cabin.
    • ·       Access to laundry facilities and a fully-equipped kitchen stocked with food essentials such as seasonings, spices, condiments, flour, sugar, coffee, tea, etc. PLEASE NOTE: MEALS ARE NOT PROVIDED BY WHRC.  Volunteers will be taken to grocery stores where they can purchase and pay for the food for their meals, which they will prepare on their own. 
    • ·       The remainder goes toward animal care and facility maintenance. 


    DURING YOUR VOLUNTEER STAY AT WHRC:

    ·         All WHRC volunteers will go through a volunteer orientation upon arrival and will be responsible for keeping their personal areas, bathrooms, and common cooking areas clean.

    ·         Volunteers will participate in everyday horse care and barn maintenance, as well as, real hands-on care and rehabilitation of our rescued and abused mustangs.  A big part of our volunteer work is socializing our rescued and wild/semi-wild mustangs.

    ·         WHRC is a rescue and rehabilitation center, so the focus is not on riding.  We do not allow volunteers to go off-site individually with the horses, due to insurance and safety reasons. 

    ·         Volunteers will have one day off each week.  Volunteers are encouraged to schedule off-site excursions on their days off.  These activities may include visiting Central Florida attractions, beach excursions, water skiing, kayaking, zip lining, river tubing, boat tours, etc.  PLEASE NOTE: Volunteers will pay for all off-site excursion expenses, including transportation costs.


    WHAT TO BRING:

    Personal Items:

       Backpack / rucksack (for excursions)

       Toiletries, including sunscreen, insect repellent, and a small medical kit

       Cell phone/charger

       Travel size laundry detergent (Washer/Dryer is provided)

       Antibacterial hand sanitizer (does not need water to rinse off)

    PLEASE NOTE: Bed linens and bath towels will be provided. 

    Clothing:

       Walking shoes, trainers, or sneakers (You must bring shoes that cover the feet fully.)

        Mud boots

       Sandals or flip flops

       A hat to protect you from the sun and work gloves to protect your hands

       T-shirts, tank tops, long sleeved shirts, shorts, long pants, beachwear, and sleepwear

       Jacket, rain coat, and warm coat (in the winter)



    Día típico

    A typical day starts around 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM, depending on the season. During the summer, when the weather is really hot, we start earlier and have more breaks. In the morning, you will be part of morning chores, which includes cleaning the horse pens and cleaning for our dogs, chickens and pigs. ..

    Día típico

    A typical day starts around 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM, depending on the season. During the summer, when the weather is really hot, we start earlier and have more breaks. In the morning, you will be part of morning chores, which includes cleaning the horse pens and cleaning for our dogs, chickens and pigs. We also feed and hay all animals. After this, you will have the opportunity to take care of your assigned project horse, if you are a long term volunteer (at least eight weeks). At this time, you will brush, medicate, walk, and spend time with your project horse according to his or her special needs. We have a lunch break between 1-3 hours starting around noon. The length of the break depends on the season and the weather.

    After lunch, we do different activities throughout the week. We typically work with the horses (this will be Diane, who owns the center, or the other staff members training the horses.  You may get to participate in the training, depending on your level of horse experience.  

    Volunteers will clean their living area daily. 

    How much you get to do of this depends on the length of your stay. The longer you stay, the more you get to do!

    A day at the center includes hard work. We are a rescue center and do everything ourselves, as it is expensive to hire staff. Our schedule has a tendency to change due to our many animals, the weather, and other factors. It is important that you keep an open mind, are flexible to change, and have a happy attitude!  If you can do that, you will love working with us at the center! 

    Actividades de tiempo libre

    At your own cost, you may visit surrounding outdoor attractions during your free time as long as you can follow our COVID-19  "social distancing" safety guidelines that will be sent to you when you send your application. This will include many fun activities such as zip lining, paddle boarding, ...

    Actividades de tiempo libre

    At your own cost, you may visit surrounding outdoor attractions during your free time as long as you can follow our COVID-19  "social distancing" safety guidelines that will be sent to you when you send your application. This will include many fun activities such as zip lining, paddle boarding, snorkeling, kayaking, etc.  You will need to pay for all expenses including entry fees, rentals, and transportation costs through services such as Uber.

     PLEASE NOTE: Due to the high risk of exposure to COVID-19, all visits to the popular theme parks, such as Disney, Universal, Islands of Adventure, Seaworld, etc, much be scheduled AFTER your stay at Wild Horse Rescue Center has ended.


    Requisitos

    Requisitos

    Edad mínima: 21 años

    Para participar en el programa es necesario tener al menos 21 años en la fecha de inicio del programa.

    Conocimientos lingüísticos

    Tienes que hablar (nivel intermedio) Inglés

    Documentos necesarios

    Please contact us by clicking the blue "Message us" button so that we can send you the documents you need to fill out.

    Restricciones de nacionalidad

    Sin restricciones. Las manos amigas de todo el mundo son bienvenidas.

    Otras habilidades

    Volunteers have to be fluent in comprehending and speaking English. This is a safety matter, as it is crucial for them to understand instructions at the center.

    Tiempo dedicado

    Necesitaremos tu ayuda los Martes, Miércoles, Jueves, Viernes, Sábado y Domingo de 08:30 - 12:00

    Servicios incluidos

    Servicios incluidos

    Servicios de WHRC

    The fees include accommodations and transportation to and from the airport.  Meals are not included.

    Recogida en el aeropuerto Orlando International Airport

    We pick you up and drop you off from the Orlando International Airport (MCO) either via personal vehicle or shuttle. 

    Alojamiento

    You will stay in a room or cabin with up to two people to a room or cabin.  The kitchen is shared as well as the bathrooms and laundry facilities. 

    Acceso a Internet

    Acceso limitado al lugar del proyecto

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    Comida y bebida

    La comida, meriendas y las bebidas tienen un coste adicional.

    Boletos de avión

    El aeropuerto más cercano es Orlando International Airport (MCO) en Orlando. Te ayudamos a encontrar vuelos baratos a Estados Unidos. ENCONTRAR VUELOS BARATOS

    Seguro de viaje

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    Vacunas

    Si tiene intención de realizar un voluntariado en Estados Unidos, debe solicitar asesoramiento médico antes de iniciar su viaje social. Comprueba las vacunas que necesitas para Estados Unidos. COMPROBADOR DE VACUNAS

    Detalles a la llegada

    Our volunteer program operates 365 days a year but we encourage volunteers to come October - June, due to the extreme Florida heat during the summer months.  

    Our volunteer capacity is limited, so we recommend booking your stays well in advance.  

    Our volunteer bookings always begin and end on Mondays.  We ask that your flights go in and out of the Orlando International Airport (MCO) between 11 am and 8 pm, with arrival and departures on Mondays.  

    If flights cannot be booked for Mondays, please contact us for approval, before booking your flights.  There is an additional $50 fee for off-schedule airport transport to cover the costs incurred.

    Disponibilidad
    Enero Feb. Marzo Abr. Mayo Jun Jul Agosto Set. Oct. Nov. Dic.

    Cuotas del programa

    2 semanas (estancia min.) 1.596€
    3 semanas 2.394€
    4 semanas 3.192€
    5 semanas 3.990€
    6 semanas 4.788€
    7 semanas 5.586€
    16 semanas (estancia max.) 12.768€
    Cuota promedio 798€/semana

    Cuotas del programa

    798€ cuotas semanales 2 - 16 semanas Edad 21 - 50+

    Métodos de pago

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    Duración

    2 - 16 semanas

    Depósito

    El depósito es simplemente para reservar tu vacante de voluntario. Los pagos se gestionan a través de PayPal, nuestro proveedor global de confianza. Si no tienes una cuenta PayPal, también puedes pagar con tarjeta de crédito.


    Pago final

    El pago final se acordará con WHRC durante el proceso de solicitud. Las soluciones habituales son la transferencia bancaria o el pago en efectivo en el lugar del proyecto.


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    WHRC

    Brillante 4.7 rating (4 reseñas)

    Sin fines de lucro - fundada en 2000

    Verificado por Volunteer World

      Ratio de respuesta buena

    Coordinado por

    Diane

    Idiomas hablados: Inglés

    sobre la organización

    Wild Horse Rescue Center (WHRC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the welfare, rescue and preservation of America’s wild horses – the Mustangs.

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    About the Project

    Founded by Diane Delano in 2000, WHRC receive mustangs who have been taken from the wild and from there, ended up in neglectful or abusive situations. WHRC rehabilitates these wild horses so they have a chance at getting adopted in to good homes and have a dignified life after being taken from the wild. Diane Delano has been an ardent horse lover all her life. She found her greatest passion in helping America’s wild horses, the Mustang. Diane’s desire to make a difference in the lives of these beautiful and intelligent wild spirits led her to create the Wild Horse Rescue Center in Mims, Florida. Another important part of the team is Mary Alice "Malice" Smith. Malice Smith has been a vital part of WHRC since 2004. With veterinary technician and wildlife management experience, Malice’s skills, experience, and dedication (and her sense of humor) make her a vital part of WHRC. A strong advocate for the preservation of Mustangs in the wild, we feel fortunate to have her on our team.

     
    In June 2014, Wild Horse Rescue Center relocated to a 40 acre property. The new location for the Center is in beautiful Central Florida with a barn that has a tack room and feed room. There is a big house and pool for our International Volunteers from all over the world to use.  We are continually working on clearing the property and building more pens and stalls for our wild and abused mustangs and burros.

    The Problem

    Mustangs were introduced to the US as domestic horses in the early 1500’s by the Spaniards. These horses later formed a large wild population and came to play a critical role in the building of America. The United States is virtually built on their backs. Now, when they are not needed for labor and transport anymore, they are sadly being mistreated and exploited at the hands of man. In the early 1900’s, the wild mustang population was estimated to be over 2 million. Today, there are only 40,000 left in the wild and about as many in captivity in need of rescue. Caring for a wild horse is drastically different than caring for a tame one, sadly, this is often leads to mistreatment and neglect of wild Mustangs in captivity.

    Verified by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries

    The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Verified status to Wild Horse Rescue Center as of April 15, 2013.
    Verification means that Wild Horse Rescue Center meets the criteria of a true equine sanctuary/rescue and is providing humane and responsible care of the animals. To be awarded Verified status, an organization must meet GFAS’s rigorous and peer-reviewed animal care standards which are confirmed by a site visit and they must also adhere to a demanding set of ethical and operational principles.

    4 reseñas · rating4.7

    Taiyo Sugiyama rating4.6

    2023 at Mustang Rescue Companion

    This program is so amazing and wonderful experience for me. Daily schedule is as follows 9:00~:scooping poop / feeding animals (1h~2h) After these tasks above~:mustang’s Training 13:00~:Lunch break 16:30~:feeding animals / moving mustangs from sanctuary to stables ※there are ...
    Julia K rating5

    2019 at Mustang Rescue Companion

    It's definitely a good thing to go for volunteer working at WHRC. The experiences you got to have there are unique and it's really important work done there. Diane is really taking good care of all her mustangs and dogs. There are a lot of lovely animals waiting for someone to adopt ...
    Amber Raymond rating4.2

    2017 at Mustang Rescue Companion

    Spent 3 weeks here! Horses are very well taken care of, each individual horse has its needs tailored to. Ranch is virtually immaculate. Volunteer program could use some improvement but overall it was a great experience. I would adopt a horse from Diane in a ...
    Veerle rating5

    2013 at Mustang Rescue Companion

    I worked at the center for three weeks as a Volunteer. I have had a wonderful time. At the time I had the opportunity to calm down and the center has a very relaxing atmosphere. It is very interesting to see some of the new horses, which are very sensitive. At the center they are treated in a ...

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