Franklin County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Center
Penn State Extension Franklin County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Center
Chambersburg, Pennsylvania - Franklin County
Source checked
Jun 8, 2026
Chambersburg
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Map and directions
Based on the public address we found.
181 Franklin Farm Lane, Chambersburg, PA 17202
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Quick answer
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Provider overview
Franklin County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Center in Chambersburg provides therapeutic riding for children and adults with disabilities age 5 and older through Penn State Extension.
Franklin County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Center is a Penn State Extension program in Chambersburg providing recreational horsemanship and therapeutic riding for people with special needs.
Quick facts
- Registration
- We did not find this in the public sources we checked
- Phone
- 717-809-2191
- kjb48@psu.edu
- Ages
- Individuals with disabilities age 5 and older; children and adults may apply for therapeutic riding lessons
- Season
- Therapeutic riding by current lesson schedule
- Cost
- Contact the program director for current lesson fees, application steps, volunteer support, and schedule availability.
Location contacts
Public contacts that may help you reach the right office. Confirm before visiting.
Current program director contact is Kimberly Battin. The county Extension office can also be reached at 717-263-9226 or FranklinExt@psu.edu.
Programs and offerings
Source-linked details we found. Current options may differ, so confirm directly.
4-H therapeutic riding lessons
Therapeutic riding lessons for people with disabilities age 5 and older, with current schedule, application, and fee details confirmed directly with the program.
- Ages
- Individuals with disabilities age 5 and older; children and adults may apply for therapeutic riding lessons
- Season
- Therapeutic riding by current lesson schedule
- Schedule
- Contact the program director for the current therapeutic riding lesson schedule, application process, and openings.
- Cost
- Contact the program director for current lesson fees, application steps, volunteer support, and schedule availability.
How we checked this listing (2 public sources)
Source notes only. They do not evaluate quality, safety, fit, or availability.
Listing check
- Last checked
- Jun 8, 2026
- Why this is listed
- Penn State Extension's current Franklin County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Center page verifies a Chambersburg program providing recreation through horsemanship for people with special needs, therapeutic riding lessons for people age 5 and older, the Franklin Farm Lane address, and the current program director contact. A Penn State article corroborates the long-running riding and driving program history, but current schedule and fees should be confirmed directly.
- Sources used
- 2 public sources
- Location contacts
- 1 public contact found
Program details we found
4-H therapeutic riding lessons
Penn State Extension's current Franklin County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Center page verifies a Chambersburg program providing recreation through horsemanship for people with special needs, therapeutic riding lessons for people age 5 and older, the Franklin Farm Lane address, and the current program director contact. A Penn State article corroborates the long-running riding and driving program history, but current schedule and fees should be confirmed directly.
Inclusion and support details
What the provider says: Official Penn State Extension sources support therapeutic riding for people with special needs, age 5 and older eligibility, and Franklin County 4-H program oversight.
Access notes to confirm: Ask about rider eligibility, current openings, accessible barn and arena features, volunteer support, fees, and whether carriage driving is currently available before relying on older background material.
What we checked
What we found: Penn State Extension's current Franklin County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Center page verifies a Chambersburg program providing recreation through horsemanship for people with special needs, therapeutic riding lessons for people age 5 and older, the Franklin Farm Lane address, and the current program director contact. A Penn State article corroborates the long-running riding and driving program history, but current schedule and fees should be confirmed directly.
We avoid ranking, recommending, evaluating quality, or making safety claims. Use the source links and contact the provider before enrolling.
Sources used
Public pages used for this listing.
Please confirm current details directly before enrolling.
- Provider websitePenn State Ag Sciences - 4-H Therapeutic Riding Center Gift
Please confirm current details directly before enrolling.
What to confirm
- Openings, deadlines, cost, and cancellation rules.
- Ages, eligibility, forms, and first-visit expectations.
- Support model, staff preparation, supervision, and safety policies.
- Exact location, entrance, parking, equipment, and what to bring.
Questions to ask before you register
Use these as a starting point. They are not a quality rating or recommendation.
- Do you currently have openings, waitlists, deadlines, or intake steps?
- What ages, support needs, communication needs, mobility needs, or supervision levels can this specific program support?
- What should families know about cost, financial assistance, cancellation rules, forms, and first-visit expectations?
- For sports: what equipment, experience level, classification, practice location, transportation, and caregiver participation should we plan for?
- Who should families contact to talk through accommodations before registering?
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Common questions
Is Franklin County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Center reviewed for quality by Inclusive Programs Guide?
No. This listing is informational and based on public sources. It is not a rating, ranking, quality review, or safety evaluation.
What information should families confirm with Penn State Extension Franklin County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Center?
Families should confirm current availability, registration deadlines, eligibility, support level, staff training, safety policies, cost, schedule, and fit before enrolling.
Where did the listing information come from?
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