Macon TRACS, Inc
Otto, North Carolina
Macon TRACS, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Otto, North Carolina, in Macon County. According to its website, it provides equine-assisted activities and therapy, including recreational riding, for children and adults with special needs.
- Equine-assisted activities and therapy (EAAT)
- Recreational riding
- Children with special needs
- Adults with special needs
- Riders with physical disabilities
- Riders with mental or emotional disabilities
More about this center
About the Program
The center's stated mission is "enriching the lives of participants through equine assisted activities and therapy." Its website describes therapeutic riding as a way for participants to learn while they enjoy recreational riding.
The website says the rhythm of a horse's walk is similar to a person's and works the rider's core, so riders with physical needs may gain flexibility, balance, muscle strength and speech. Riders with mental or emotional needs may gain confidence, patience, self-esteem and social skills through their bond with the horse.
The Macon County Community Foundation has awarded Macon TRACS a grant for TROT (Therapeutic Riding Over Trails).
Getting Started
To ask about openings, eligibility, lesson times and current rates, call Macon TRACS at (828) 349-6262. For help comparing programs, see our guide on how to choose a center.
Location
Macon TRACS uses a mailing address of PO Box 101, Otto, NC 28763, in Macon County. Call the center for directions to where lessons are held.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
Who can ride at Macon TRACS?
The center says it serves children and adults with special needs, including people with physical, mental or emotional disabilities.
How do I sign up or ask about cost?
Call Macon TRACS at (828) 349-6262 to ask about openings, lesson times and current rates.
Is Macon TRACS a nonprofit?
Yes. Its website describes it as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, and IRS records show it received its tax exemption in 2009.
Location
Otto, North Carolina 28763
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.