Eagle Mount Great Falls
Great Falls, Montana
Eagle Mount Great Falls is a nonprofit in Great Falls, Montana that has offered therapeutic and recreational activities for children and adults with disabilities since 1990. Its Animal Assisted Activities program includes horsemanship and riding classes, the EMPACT equine-assisted learning program and a small animal program.
- Horsemanship and riding classes
- Equine-assisted learning (EMPACT)
- Mounted and unmounted sessions
- Horse visits to nursing homes, schools and groups
- Small animal program
- Veterans support group
- Children and adults with physical, developmental, behavioral or mental disabilities
- Families and individuals
- Youth, college and community groups
- Business and medical groups
- Military and service members
More about this center
About the Program
Eagle Mount's equine program is part of its Animal Assisted Activities, which the organization describes as horsemanship and equine-assisted learning for people of all ages. Riding classes are scheduled individually. According to GuideStar, sessions can be individual or group, mounted or unmounted, and the program also brings horses to group homes, nursing and retirement homes, schools and other groups. The Animal Assisted Activities page also lists a veterans support group.
EMPACT, added in 2019, is an equine-assisted learning program where, in the organization's words, horses serve as "the primary teachers." Staff lead hands-on activities focused on leadership, communication and teamwork. It is open to ages 6 and up, and no horse experience is needed. Sessions run 2, 3 or 4 hours and can be tailored to each person or group.
Getting Started
Eagle Mount serves people of all ages whose disability makes recreation difficult without assistance, and staff assess each person for fit with a program. Participants complete an application every year, provide a medical report from a physician or other medical professional, and sign a liability waiver (a parent or guardian signs for riders under 18). Once the application is on file, riders register for classes online.
The website lists riding classes at $40 per class. EMPACT starts with a free consultation, and pricing depends on group size and session length. Eagle Mount offers fee assistance, so ask about it when you apply; the office at (406) 454-1449 can send the guidelines and application. See our guide to equine therapy costs.
Staff and History
Craig McDavitt is Program Manager and Lead Instructor for Animal Assisted Activities, with Emma Atkinson as Program Assistant. Deb Sivumaki is Executive Director. Eagle Mount Great Falls was founded in November 1990 by William S. Macfadden.
Location
Eagle Mount Great Falls serves Great Falls and surrounding communities in Montana. Its mailing address is P.O. Box 2866, Great Falls, MT 59403. Contact the barn at (406) 771-4829 or the office at (406) 454-1449 for directions to the horse facility.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
How do I sign up for riding?
Complete the yearly participant application, medical report and liability waiver, then register for classes online. You can also contact Program Manager Craig McDavitt at the barn, (406) 771-4829.
How much does it cost?
The website lists riding classes at $40 per class, and EMPACT is quoted for each group after a free consultation. Ask about fee assistance when you apply by calling (406) 454-1449.
Who can join EMPACT?
EMPACT is open to anyone age 6 and up, including individuals, youth and community groups, businesses and military members. No horse experience is required.
Location
Great Falls, Montana 59405
Questions to Ask When You Call
The center is the best source for these answers.
- Are you running now, and taking new riders?Start here. We couldn’t confirm a current schedule.
- Which ages and needs do you work with?Ask about experience with your rider’s specific condition.
- Is a licensed PT, OT or speech therapist involved?Therapist-led hippotherapy is usually the only kind insurance may cover.
- What does a session cost, and are there scholarships?Many nonprofit programs offer sliding scales or sponsored spots.
- Do you have a mounting ramp or lift?Important for riders who use a wheelchair or need help mounting.