Volunteering

Hands-On Time at the Barn

Volunteering at Windmill Stables means spending time with horses while helping out around the barn. You'll assist with lessons, groom horses, and learn the day-to-day of running a stable. Students, horse lovers, and anyone in the community can sign up.

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How It Works

Our volunteers help with instruction, horse care, and barn upkeep. In return, volunteers learn hands-on skills and become part of the barn community.

Volunteers must be enrolled in our Windmill Family Membership to participate. Members get access to training, recognition events, and barn activities.

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Volunteer Roles

Lesson Prep & Barn Support

  • Grooming and tacking lesson horses
  • Setting up jump courses and obstacle layouts
  • Sweeping aisles, organizing tack, and keeping things running smoothly
  • Supporting instructors during group barn lessons or events

Daily Care & Management

  • Cleaning stalls and filling waters
  • Tack maintenance and feed prep
  • Hands-on experience with daily barn routines

Leadership & Teaching Support

  • Assisting during horsemanship presentations
  • Supporting instructors during camps or Tiny Trotters
  • Helping new students get comfortable and confident
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Community Projects & Service Hours

Volunteering at Windmill also fulfills service hours for a variety of programs:

  • Eagle Scout Projects
  • National Charity League
  • National Honor Society
  • School and church service requirements
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Why Volunteer with Us?

Volunteers at Windmill become part of our barn family.

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Ready to Get Involved?

Becoming a volunteer is easy:

  • Sign up for a Windmill Family Membership
  • Attend a short orientation session
  • Start volunteering

We look forward to having you at the barn.

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Young rider practicing horse handling and leading skills with chestnut horse outdoors
Horse grazing near runout stalls showing spacious boarding facilities and outdoor access

Family Membership

Stay connected to the barn and enjoy member perks, even without weekly lessons. Perfect for parents, former students, or horse lovers who want to remain part of our barn community. Also required for all volunteers who want to give back and stay involved.

What’s included

  • 10% off Try-It-Out experience
  • 10% off pony rides
  • 10% off parties after 90 days
  • Free annual volunteer barn tour
  • Access to group barn lessons
  • Access to social events and presentations
  • Learn stable and horse care management

$50/month

Sign Up Now

5 out of 5 stars

It’s truly an amazing place, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to improve their riding skills or simply enjoy the rewarding experience of being around horses.

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Gail S.

Before You Arrive

Plan Your Visit

Have questions about cancellations, what to wear, or safety? Check out our FAQ for quick answers or our barn rules page for safety guidelines.

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Safety and Responsibility

Farm Animal Activity Liability Disclaimer

Under Texas law (Chapter 87, Civic Practice and Remedies Code), a farm animal professional is not liable for an injury to or the death of a participant in farm animal activities resulting from the inherent risks of farm animal activities.