Brighter Horizons Equine
Siletz, Oregon
Brighter Horizons Equine is a nonprofit horse program at 1925 Logsden Road near Siletz, Oregon. It began in 2004 as Bright Horizons Therapeutic Riding Center. It offers adaptive horsemanship, a form of therapeutic riding, along with equine-assisted learning and recreational lessons for people of all ages and abilities.
- Adaptive horsemanship (ground and ridden work)
- Equine-assisted learning (EAL)
- Recreational riding lessons, Western and English
- Workshops and community events
- Children and adults of all abilities
- Families
- Beginner through advanced recreational riders, age 4 and up
More about this center
About the Program
The center says its mission is "to enhance the physical, emotional, and social wellbeing of individuals of diverse abilities through equine assisted programs and interaction with the natural world."
Adaptive horsemanship sessions combine groundwork and riding, adjusted to each participant's needs. Equine-assisted learning uses hands-on activities with horses to build communication, teamwork and emotional awareness. Recreational lessons in Western and English riding start at age 4, with horses matched to each rider's skills. Brighter Horizons Equine describes itself as a PATH Intl. Member Center.
History
The program started in 2004 as Bright Horizons Therapeutic Riding Center, an independent nonprofit. It later merged with Olalla Center, a larger Lincoln County nonprofit. When Olalla Center closed in 2025, the riding program continued on its own and re-formed as an independent nonprofit under the name Brighter Horizons Equine.
The Horses and Staff
Sandy Hyduchak is the executive director. She is a social worker and holds PATH Intl. certification as an Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning, plus a certification in equine-assisted learning. Erin Wisner, director of equine operations, holds several PATH Intl. certifications and has taught riding for nearly a decade.
The herd includes a Norwegian Fjord, Quarter Horse and Thoroughbred crosses, and a Tennessee Walker and Appaloosa cross. Some senior horses are retired from mounted lessons.
Location
1925 Logsden Road, Siletz, OR 97380 (mailing address PO Box 616, Siletz, OR 97380), about two miles east of Siletz in Lincoln County. The barn has 10 stalls, a heated viewing room, a tack room and a covered 100 by 100 foot riding arena. Cell service often drops near Siletz, so save or screenshot directions before you leave.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
How do I sign up?
Call (541) 444-2021 or email executive director Sandy Hyduchak at sandy@brighterhorizonsequine.org to ask about openings.
Who can take part?
Adaptive horsemanship and equine-assisted learning are open to people of all ages and abilities. Recreational riding lessons start at age 4.
How much do lessons cost?
Call (541) 444-2021 to ask about current rates. See our guide to equine therapy costs for typical pricing.
Is this the same program as Bright Horizons Therapeutic Riding Center?
Yes. The program began as Bright Horizons Therapeutic Riding Center, operated for a time under Olalla Center, and now runs as Brighter Horizons Equine at the same Logsden Road barn.
Location
Siletz, Oregon 97380
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.