Our Nonprofit Mission

To share our animals and farmstead as partners for therapeutic, educational and recreational purposes to individuals, families and small groups seeking these services in a safe, accessible and relaxed outdoor environment

Our Vision

To serve as a nonprofit model for our local community and beyond by offering services by licensed therapists, certified educators and recreational directors who work in partnership with animals and farmsteads to provide safe, accessible and purposeful outdoor programs.

Origin Statement (2017)

To immerse the Cheyne family children in the physical and mental health benefits of responsibly providing positive and healthy lives for our animals.

Welcome!

Welcome to Cheyne Ranch! We believe in the power of connection. We are a community where people of all abilities, all backgrounds, all kinds of neurodiversities, can come together to experience the joy of the outdoors, learn about animal care, and celebrate our unique selves.

As a non-profit organization, we strive to create a safe and inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We believe in making sure everyone has the chance to experience the joy of animal care, which is why we offer scholarships and strive to create an accessible environment for all. Come join us and discover the magic of Cheyne Ranch.

Learning

To start the registration process for classes, please start here: Top 10 FAQ

PALS: People & Animal Learning Success

The “formal” word for this service is known as Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) or Animal Assisted Learning (AAL). PALS at Cheyne Ranch is an opportunity to work toward a set of learning goals while in the company of our animals.

Learn more: CLICK HERE

Family & Small Group Visits

Gather your family and get out of the house and off the screens! Schedule a visit to our breezy barn and spend hands-on time loving and learning with our horses, bunnies, goats, chickens, pigs, barn cats, farm dogs, and usually a guest appearance by at least one of the four Cheyne teenagers. This structured, hands-on guided tour lasts approximately 60 - 75 minutes and kids usually sit on a pony* for a hand-led ride during our nature walk.

*Depending on conditions including weather, pony health, child’s weight and temperament.

Learn more: CLICK HERE

PAAAarties!! Field trips & Celebrations

We love to host birthday parties! And field trips!! There is so much to do! We also love hosting scout groups, day cares, senior care centers and just about any group that needs some outdoor therapy!

We love our friends with special needs! Call me and we can discuss sensory friendly options or other accommodations to help your group celebrate and learn!

Learn more: CLICK HERE

And there’s MORE!

• Peruse our community resources, we are fortunate to know so many incredible, talented, dedicated people! We want to connect you to people we love, from therapists and providers to our farm mechanic, farrier and favorite Oviedo restaurants!

• Join one of our nature clubs! Children age 5 - 12 will enjoy a weekly class progressing through horse and animal knowledge!

• Kids Night Out @ Cheyne Ranch! On select Friday nights throughout the year we PARTAY!! for 3 hours at least.

• See if we have any openings for beginner horseback riding lessons

• Read our blog and keep up on some daily antics that go on around here

• Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more daily photos and happenings.

• Visit our other favorite nature immersive experiences local to our Oviedo / Geneva area (all while supporting local small businesses too!)