Leslie & her horse · Photo: Even In The Rain Photography
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A different kind of connection.
You don’t have to do more here. Just arrive as you are. Let the pace of the herd, the open sky, and a little time outdoors make room for something quieter.
Ground-based experiences. No riding required.
Find your way here
Small moments. Meaningful experiences.
Time with horses. Time in nature. Time to notice what you need.
Connection begins with being present.
Individual & group sessions
Learn alongside the herd.
Explore communication, boundaries, trust, and self-awareness through non-ridden equine-assisted learning. You’ll work on the ground, at a pace that respects both you and the horse.
Guided meditation, mindful observation, gentle somatic practices, and time among grazing horses. An invitation to settle into the present, without needing to get it perfect.
Retreats bring together the herd, nature, mindful movement, expressive art, drumming, and shared reflection. Ask Leslie about a retreat for you or your group.
Now booking Spring 2027 Meditation & Mindfulness Retreats
“In the midst of family turmoil and career burnout, being outside with my horses brought me peace.”
That experience became the beginning of Neigh-ture. Leslie trained as an equine-assisted learning facilitator to help others discover connection through horses and the natural world.
Today, our nonprofit’s mission is to support mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing through equine-partnered learning, nature experiences, retreats, and community programs.
Leslie, in her element. Photograph by Even In The Rain Photography.
Unplug & connect
Less hurry. More here.
Sixty acres of meadows, pastures, lakes, and wooded hills. Gather for a bonfire, make something with your hands, or spend an afternoon looking up.
Quiet by the water Catch-and-release fishingGood company, open sky Bonfires, drumming & group campingA little farther into nature Riverside trails coming spring 2027
The heart of Neigh-ture
Different personalities. The same big welcome.
Blackie, Nellie, Stormy, Maria, Bella, Friday, Ooga, Gunner, and Pilot. Our horses and donkeys are partners in the experience, each with their own pace and personality.
What guests and retreat participants have shared after time with Leslie and the herd.
“A lot of fun and very relaxing!”Guest review“I took a group of women from Sisters United Recovery and everyone really enjoyed it as well as benefited from it so much. Leslie and her team and her horses were amazing!! We even had one lady that had a fear of horses and she was able to overcome that fear. We look forward to more sessions and the healing that will come from it.”Guest review“I’ve had several sessions with Leslie, and I would like to express what an amazing experience each has been. The setting and the atmosphere are the perfect environment for healing. The horses are incredible, as well. I am and will always be grateful for Leslie. 🙏🏼❤️”Guest review“I really enjoyed the session we had with Leslie! It was calming, engaging and so fun to have the horses around us! I don’t enjoy being closed off indoors so being outside with the horses yet using that energy to work on myself and meditate was very rewarding and new! Loved it! 😍”Guest review“I’m definitely going to invest in more of these sessions in the future. This was a first for me with equine therapy and for about two weeks leading up to this event my right eye had been twitching all day every day and I noticed by the end of the day with the meditation session and the whole equine therapy my right eye hadn’t twitched the whole day until I got to my moms house that evening and felt her forehead to see that she was sweaty, cool, and clammy. And my right eye hasn’t twitched as much since so it definitely helped lower my stress levels a bit.”Participant comment“I really enjoyed the meditation. It is really hard for me to stop the noise in my head and this did seem to quiet it some. Hopefully this will help me to slow my racing mind!”Participant comment“It is truly a valuable opportunity to spend time in such a manner and be present to fully experience and appreciate it.”Participant comment“This taught me so much! Thank you for what you do!”Participant comment“I think this is a great way to start the retreat.”Participant comment
After a session
What guests told us.
Answers from our participant surveys, in their own words.
What they valued most+
“Shifting negative energy and stress and helping to be present and in the moment”
“I was not prepared for my mind to go the places it did. Memories popped up that I had not thought about in a long time and I will cherish that.”
“The fact that everything just faded into the background. It was very peaceful and relaxing!”
“Learning about meditation and how the horses read our energy”
“Appreciating the value of possessing knowledge that facilitates a connection with a horse is truly remarkable.”
“Seeing how the horses responded to our calm and peace”
Clearing my mind / Being present · Horses · The peace and guidance · All · Relaxing · Relaxation · Peace and being in the moment · Peaceful time · Peace · Learning to calm myself · Meeting the other participants was a highlight. · The peace that it brought · Love the horses and Peacefullness
What they’ll do differently+
“Well, it definitely helped give me a confidence boost after getting to let go of some stressors and traumas I had been carrying for too long. Just going to continue to forming healthier habits for myself and only accepting positive energy around me and try to be less negative as well. That’s hard to do sometimes, but it’s way more important than you might realize.”
“I am not sure but I took some valuable insights with me from the experience. I don’t know how that will play out but it’s something I have been considering since I left the event.”
“Nothing differently, but rather enjoy the moment and seize the opportunity to gain further insight into horses in what I will pursue.”
“Make a goal to try and meditate with the Holy Spirit once a day. Just be present with Him without the pressure of saying anything”
“Make time for myself to hang out with my horses more and just be with them and see where my mind takes me”
“I will set time aside for me to just breathe and relax.”
Incorporate more deep breathing into everyday life. · Take time during the day to de-stress · Allow myself more time to relax · Take more time for myself · Be present in the moment · Breath work more often · My heart meditations · Calming breathing · Stay more present · Be more mindful · Come back more · Slow down! · Keep peace · Meditate · Breath
Additional comments+
I loved it. · Thank you! This was wonderful · This was amazing · Was wonderful · Thank you!
A place for more of us
A little care goes a long way.
We’re working to make these experiences available at reduced or no cost through donations, sponsorships, grants, and community fundraising.
Your support helps care for the herd and opens the gate for people who might otherwise be unable to come.
A large study of nearly 20,000 people found that those who spent at least two hours a week in nature were more likely to report good health and wellbeing.
Equine-assisted services offer opportunities for experiential learning and connection, and research reviews describe promising benefits for participants.
Tell Leslie a little about what you’re looking for. Whether it’s a personal visit, a group retreat, volunteering, or sponsorship, we’d love to hear from you.
