Record Turnout at Red Tail Farm’s 4th Annual Musical Freestyle

What a wonderful summer evening it was at the 4th Annual Evening of Musical Freestyle at Red Tail Farm! The night was a resounding success, bringing together horse lovers, community members, and spectacular sport to benefit Mane Stream. Thanks to the incredible generosity of everyone who attended, "voted," and donated to their favorite riders, this year’s turnout was the largest crowd in the event’s four-year history, raising an impressive $11,540 in just a few short hours!

The atmosphere was electric as 14 talented freestyle acts took to the arena, delivering beautifully choreographed performances set to music. Spectators were treated to an incredible variety of dressage work, spanning everything from lower-level routines to high-flying Grand Prix movements, complete with fun costumes, painted ponies, and sparkling outfits.

Guests enjoyed delicious food trucks, thanks to Paradise Taqueria and Get Waffl’d, because who says you can't have dessert first? 😉 To complement the great eats, this year’s event featured beer, wine, margaritas, and a crowd-favorite specialty drink: The Hawk, Freddy's secret signature concoction of bourbon, cider, and ginger beer.

A standout highlight of the night was a special meet-and-greet with two mounted units from the New Jersey State Police. Attendees of all ages were thrilled to snap pictures, meet the horses, and chat with the officers. The officers stayed for the entire evening, thoroughly enjoying the showcase and taking in all the different levels of dressage set to music.

The exciting lineup of riders included:

1. Evelyn Dietz riding Charlie (Off-Lead MFS: The Magnificent Seven)

2. April Dzamba riding Oh Genius BSH (1st Level MFS: The Cotton Candy Fairytale)

3. Katie Berger riding Libbie & Lila Rockmore riding Petey (1st Level MFS: pas de deux – blend of Simon & Garfunkel and Toto)

4. Judith Lalley riding Fezzik (1st Level MFS: selection of Herb Alpert songs from Whipped Cream and other Delights)

5.  Marie Fodor riding Fair Secret (3rd Level MFS)

6.  Abby Fodor riding Dazzle (Grand Prix MFS: Country Music Theme)

7.  Paige Zimmerman riding Madam’s Marth AKA Marky (1st Level MSF – Lion King Theme)

8.  Cheryl Rosendale “riding” Sir Gallops A Lot (the fiercest, funniest, and most stubborn legend to ever set hoof in our arena)

9.  Alessia Morgan riding Charlie (Training Level MFS: A Compilation of Journey Songs)

10.  Jessie Steiner riding Red Snapper (Intermediate 1 MFS: Jazzy Freestyle)

11. Tea Uzman riding Griffie (Grand Prix MFS: Never-Before-Seen Routine)

12. Melissa Capozzoli riding Cooper (Intermediate 1 MFS)

13. Maggie O’Leary riding Sweet Rosali & Paige Zimmerman riding Ducati (PSG Pas De Deux)

14. Tea Uzman riding Griffie & Madison Rezaei riding Maximus (Grand Prix pas de deux: Jersey Shore Dance Club Theme)

We extend a heartfelt thank you to the NJ State Police Mounted Units for spending the evening with us, and to Linda Dietz, owner of Red Tail Farm, for opening up her beautiful venue once again. Special thanks also go to trainer Erika Olijslager for her coordination and dedication to preparing our youth riders. Additional thanks to Grand Prix dressage rider and trainer based in Lehigh Valley, PA, Cara Klothe, for judging and bringing expert insights to the arena. Finally, to all the incredible riders, generous donors, and enthusiastic attendees, your support made this event a triumph and ensures Mane Stream can continue its vital work!

Our Newest Board of Directors Addition

Welcome Hannah Van Campen

Hannah brings over a decade of human resources leadership to our board, currently serving as the Head of People and Recruitment at Auquan as well as an ICF-certified executive coach. Her expertise in navigating growth, team building, and workplace culture will be invaluable as Mane Stream continues to thrive.

Many of you already know Hannah from her active involvement over the past two years as a dedicated volunteer. From sidewalking and serving as an Adaptive Leader to assisting at every horse show, helping with Horses for Healing, assisting with field trips, and attending our fundraising events, she has jumped in wherever needed with enthusiasm and heart.

Her hands-on experience in our programs gives her a deep connection to our mission, participants, and community. Please join us in giving Hannah a warm welcome to her new role on the Board!

October Volunteer Milestones

Celebrating Our October Volunteer Milestones! Our volunteers are at the heart of everything we do, and every milestone reflects their incredible dedication. This month, we’re proud to recognize those marking 1- and 5-year anniversaries, 100-hour and 1,000-hour achievements, and a monumental 25th anniversary! Thank you all for your time, energy, and steadfast support of our participants and horses.

25th Anniversary
Anne Davenport - Puffy Paint, Costumes, and a Serious Heart of Gold

5th Anniversary
Robert Vogel (200 hrs)

1st Anniversary
Mary Ann Wurst, Dawn Eisele, Daisy Desimone

1000+ Hours 
Dan O’Donnell - The Mane Stream Horse Whisperer

100 Hours 
Jessie Crowell, Aimee DiMeo Fine, Irene Preston

50/50 Raffle Tickets Now for Sale

You have to be in it to win it!

Don't miss out on the opportunity to win some serious cash for all the extras in your life! Previous winners have walked home with $1,800 - $2,100 in cold hard cash. What would you do with all that? Possibly TRAVEL or maybe a SHOPPING SPREE for you or your horse?

1 for $5 — 5 for $10 — 15 for $20

Stop in the office to get your Mane Stream 50/50 tickets OR call 908.439.9636. Need not be present to win.

Winning ticket drawn October 25th at the Mane Stream Horse Show - Open to the Public.

DBT Skills Groups Starts 9/25

Including Equine Interactions

Who this is for

These groups are designed for adolescents and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and persistent emotional dysregulation. If you are looking for practical, tangible tools to better manage intense emotions, improve relationships, and build a life worth living, these groups will help!

Our DBT Skills Groups are led by intensively trained DBT therapists, Lizzy Ellman, PsyD., and Liz Johnson, LCSW.

Learn practical skills in mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness you can use in everyday life.

Heal with horses! We thoughtfully incorporate equine interactions into DBT skills training to create unique opportunities for connection, self-awareness, and hands-on skill-building in a supportive, judgement-free environment.

FRIDAYS

Adult DBT Group (1:30pm - 2:45pm)
Adult Graduate Group (3:00pm - 4:15pm)
Adolescent DBT Group (4:30pm - 5:45pm)

CONTACT US
551-264-1014
liz@thebtcollective.com
www.thebehavioraltherapycollective.com

Meet Our Penn National Competitors

We are thrilled to announce that three of our amazing Mane Stream riders, Stella, Justin, and Sara, have qualified to compete in the Foundation Friday show on October 16th at the Pennsylvania National Horse Show in Harrisburg! All three riders earned their spots after competing at Mane Stream’s Spring Horse Show at USET, and now they are heading to one of the biggest stages of the year!

Meet the Team

STELLA ANDRESKI
Stella started with Mane Stream as a therapy client when she was just 5 years old in 2021, before joining summer camp and adaptive riding lessons. She is a total "horse girl" who is always eager to learn and has made incredible strides in the saddle!

JUSTIN BEHAR
Justin has been riding at Mane Stream for 8 years. He is a dedicated and enthusiastic year-round rider who is always first in line to compete in our annual shows! You can tell Justin genuinely enjoys his time in the saddle!

SARA REILLY
Sara joined Mane Stream 3 years ago having ridden previously. A quiet, dedicated soul, Sara loves attending our Adult Weeks of summer camp, has marched in the St. Patrick’s Day parade, and recently started volunteering with our Barn Manager, Rachel!

THE equine PARTNERS

TINK (rider Stella)
Birthday: 4/10/04
Breed: Paint Mare
Color: Sorrel
Height: 15 hands
Discipline: Pleasure
Show Name: Invited to the Party

DON (rider Justin)
Birthday: 2003
Breed: Irish Draft
Color: Black
Height: 17+ hands
Discipline: Hunter Jumper
Show Name: Welcome Dawn

JUDGE (rider Sara)
Birthday: 2/3/2002
Breed: Dutch Warmblood
Color: Dark Bay
Height: 16.2 hands
Discipline: Hunter Jumper
Show Name: Eur-Honor

How You Can Help Get Them to Harrisburg!

Sending riders and horses to a prestigious championship like Penn National comes with high costs. To make this dream a reality, we need our community's support!

Your donation directly covers essential competition expenses, including:

• 🚚 Trailering to Harrisburg

• 🧼 Professional Braiding & Stall Bedding for our show horses

• 🎓 Coaching during the show

• 🏅 Incidental Show Expenses

Every dollar helps ensure Stella, Justin, and Sara can focus on what they do best: shining in the ring!

Parent & Sibling Support Program

Horses for Healing: Family Edition

NEW PROGRAM: When a child is diagnosed with cancer, it impacts the entire family. To support the social and emotional needs of both parents and siblings of children who have been diagnosed with or are undergoing cancer treatment, we are offering a new program building on our long-running Horses for Healing initiative.

We invite participants to step away for a couple of hours to engage and connect with one another while interacting with our mental health specialists, equine specialists, and our wonderful herd of horses.

Time: 10am-12pm, lunch will be provided
Dates: 1st Sunday of the month (10/4, 11/1 and 12/6)
Contact: Lori Rockmore, Psy.D. lori.rockmore@gmail.com & Erika Olijslager, MS, NCC

August Volunteer Milestones

Big Cheers for Our August Volunteer Milestones! Every hour given and every year served powers our mission forward. This month, we’re thrilled to celebrate our volunteers marking 1, 3, and 5-year anniversaries, as well as those hitting major 100-hour and 300-hour milestones! We are so grateful for your passion, energy, and unwavering commitment.

Join us in thanking this month's milestone makers.

Elaine Milano 5 years & 1,425+ hrs
If you’ve ever worked alongside Elaine Milano, you know she’s truly top-tier! Marking 5 years and 1,425+ hours, Elaine really does it all. Flexible, deeply dependable, and always proactive, she seamlessly takes on leadership and head barn duties to keep everything running smoothly and effortlessly. Best of all, Elaine is consistently cheerful, positive, and a total joy to be around; she and the participants are always smiling throughout their time together! We are so lucky to have her, and we join everyone in celebrating this remarkable milestone!

Clara Wormann  3 Years & 350+ hours
One of our standout camp volunteers, who also steps up throughout the year, Clara brings endless fun, warmth, and a wonderful gift for connecting with campers of all abilities. Though she might prefer to stay out of the spotlight, her exceptional leading skills regularly put her right where she’s needed most: guiding the campers who rely on her extra care and patience. Thank you, Clara, for three incredible years of making camp a brighter place!

1 Year Anniversary
Anna Luiza Fiuza, Jill Jackson, Alessia Morgan, Nora Stashefski

100+ Hours
Hart Callanan, Karen Evans

Welcome NEW Volunteer
Chloe Iglesias

Tiles & Smiles - 2nd Mah Jongg Event

On July 9th, the Mane Stream office and lobby were filled with energy, conversation, and the lively clatter of tiles for our second official Mah Jongg fundraising event!

While a group of riders from Mt. Bethel was busy out in the barn, the lobby and main office were turned into game rooms, proving once again that we utilize every single inch of our facility. A total of 28 players, ranging from eager novices to seasoned pros, came together for the afternoon. It was a wonderful way for newcomers to learn about our work while playing alongside Board Members, volunteers, and parents of participants. Players stayed refreshed throughout the event thanks to a gorgeous grazing table and chilled beverages.

In total, the fun-filled afternoon raised $1,350, directly benefiting our programs. Thank you to everyone who played a hand in making our second Mah Jongg event such a success! And be on the lookout for the next Mah Jongg event!!

Take Your PT Skills Outdoors!

Fresh Air, Farm Terrain, Big Smiles: We’re Hiring a Part-Time Pediatric PT!

Maybe you are ready to trade four walls and fluorescent lights for fresh air and horses. Mane Stream is looking for a part-time PT who wants to bring their creative physical therapy skills to our unique farm environment. We’re searching for an NJ-licensed Physical Therapist with pediatric experience who thrives in non-traditional, active therapy settings. This position is part-time with hours on weekday afternoons or Saturday mornings. Pick a day of the week that works for you and treat 3 clients in a 3-hour slot, plus documentation.

Help us spread the word! Share this with a PT who loves a creative clinical challenge.

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