Volunteer Orientation
Please call (813) 920-9250 if you are interested in learning more about Quantum Leap Farm and its volunteer opportunities or email maryqlf@verizon.net for more information.
MAY
Memorial Day Observance, Saturday, May 26
QLF will be closed to riders on Memorial Day. Volunteers will still be needed for horse care and stable management.
Hyde Park Live Music Series, Wednesday, May 30, 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Once again, Quantum Leap Farm has been chosen as a designated charity for the Tampa Hyde Park Village Live Music Series. Admission and parking are free and beverage sales benefit Quantum Leap Farm. We hope you can come. For additional information, please call (813) 920-9250 or email maryqlf@verizon.net.
JUNE
Fun Day for Families affected by Childhood Cancer, Sunday, June 3, noon to 4:00 p.m.
Quantum Leap Farm welcomes pediatric cancer patients, pediatric cancer survivors and their family members for an afternoon of fun at the Farm including pony rides, pony painting, equestrian arts and crafts, games and more! This is an extension of Quantum Leap Farm's new equine therapy program, in partnership with 1Voice, "MaKayla's Hands on Horses." For additional information, please contact Edie Dopking at (813) 920-9250 or through email at quantumleapfarm@verizon.net.
Support Group for Siblings of Children with Cancer, Tuesday, June 5, 4:30 to 6:00 p.m.
Pediatric Cancer affects the whole family and often siblings can feel overwhelmed and isolated when dealing with the illness of their loved one. If you have a child who is dealing with the illness of a sibling with cancer and could use the support of others going through the same situation, and enjoys the great outdoors and animals then please join us on the 1st Tuesday of the month from 4:30-6:00pm for Quantum Leap Farm’s At EASE Sibling Support Group. Our fun, interactive support group involves specifically designed activities with horses facilitated by a trained Therapist and an Equine Specialist. Contact us to find out more about participating in this special program for siblings of children with cancer or siblings of pediatric cancer survivors.
Military Family Fun Day, Saturday, June 23, noon to 4:00 p.m.
Quantum Leap Farm hosts quarterly fun days for military service members and their families. At our beautiful facility in northwest Hillsborough County, military families enjoy a fun filled day that includes lunch, pony rides for the kids, hay rides, pony painting and equine arts and crafts. Let us know if you'd like to volunteer! For more information on Operation Family Fun Days email: jamequus@aol.com
JULY
Independence Day Holiday, Wednesday, July 4
QLF will be closed to riders for the Fourth of July. Volunteers will still be needed for horse care and stable management.
Quantum Leap Farm Co-Sponsors Course on the Business of Hippotherapy, Saturday and Sunday, July 28 & 29
Learn more about establishing and running a Hippotherapy practice from two experts in the field who'll show you every aspect of the business through this AHA Inc. Business Aspects of Hippotherapy course. This is a wonderful two day course offering Physical and Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Pathologists, Program Administrators and other interested participants the basics on how to start or enhance a Private Practice which incorporates Hippotherapy as a treatment strategy. It will teach you how to grow your community by adding hippotherapy--a wonderful addition and alternative to traditional therapies for people of all ages. This is a rare chance to learn from the founder of AHA here in the states, Terri Barnes. Her co-presentor is Becky Lundeen of Nature's Edge Therapy Center, Inc. in Rice Lake, Wisconsin. Sessions will be held in Homewood Suites Tampa/Airport. For more information call Lynn Bankston, MPT at 813-957-7174, and click here to see the registration brochure details.
AUGUST
Summer Break - Tuesday, August 21 to Monday, September 3
QLF will be closed to riders for the two-week summer break. We reopen on Tuesday, September 6. Volunteers will still be needed for horse care and stable management.
SEPTEMBER
Level 1 Hippotherapy Course offered September 6 through 9 at Quantum Leap Farm
Join us for an American Hippotherapy Association, Inc., Approved Level 1 Equine Skills and Treatment Principles course. This Level 1 course is for physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists, and assistances. In fact, anyone interested in becoming involved in Hippotherapy, or who is already active in a program and would like to become more advanced in the field, are welcome. Join us for this popular Hippotherapy course at Quantum Leap Farm, 10401 Woodstock Road in Odessa, Florida, September 6 through 9. For more information please call Lynn Bankston, MPT, at 813-957-7174, or check out the brochure for full details of this fantastic course!
Military Family Fun Day, Saturday, September 15, noon to 4:00 p.m.
Quantum Leap Farm hosts quarterly fun days for military service members and their families. At our beautiful facility in northwest Hillsborough County, military families enjoy a fun filled day that includes lunch, pony rides for the kids, hay rides, pony painting and equine arts and crafts. Let us know if you'd like to volunteer! For more information on Operation Family Fun Days email: jamequus@aol.com.
OCTOBER
Fun Day for Families affected by Childhood Cancer, Saturday, October 27, noon to 4:00 p.m.
Quantum Leap Farm welcomes pediatric cancer patients, pediatric cancer survivors and their family members for an afternoon of fun at the Farm including pony rides, pony painting, equestrian arts and crafts, games and more! This is an extension of Quantum Leap Farm's new equine therapy program, in partnership with 1Voice, "MaKayla's Hands on Horses." For additional information, please contact Edie Dopking at (813) 920-9250 or through email at quantumleapfarm@verizon.net.
NOVEMBER
12th Annual Quantum Leap Farm Charity Golf Tournament, Friday, November 2, 2012
Join your friends, whether they’re accomplished golfers or accomplished duffers, for a day of fun and golf at the 11th Annual Quantum Leap Farm Charity Golf Tournament at beautiful Feather Sound Country Club in Clearwater. The day will begin with registration at 11:00AM followed by a 12:30PM shotgun start. Prizes will be awarded for Team Low Gross Score, Team Low Net Score, Hole-In-One, Putting Contest, Men’s and Ladies’ Longest Drives and Closest to the Pin. The tournament will finish up with a delicious buffet style awards dinner featuring awards and door prizes, raffle drawings, and both live and silent auctions focusing on a wide variety of sports memorabilia. For additional information, please contact Edie Dopking at (813) 920-9250 or through email at quantumleapfarm@verizon.net. Thank you for your support!
Thanksgiving Holiday, Thursday through Saturday, November 22 and 24
QLF will be closed to riders for the Thanksgiving Weekend Holiday. Volunteers will still be needed for horse care and stable management.
DECEMBER
QLF Holiday Bash, Saturday, December 1, 5:30 to 10:00 p.m.
Volunteers, participants and donors are welcome to Quantum Leap Farm's annual Holiday Bash. You'll receive an invitation from Quantum Leap asking you to join us for live music, hayrides, a bonfire, a scavenger hunt and lots of fun other activities for the whole family. This is always a great time of year to share your passion and support for Quantum Leap Farm's mission with others who feel the same way and to enjoy beautiful Quantum Leap Farm under the stars.
Holiday Fun Day for Families affected by Childhood Cancer & Military Families, Sat., Dec. 15, noon to 4:00 p.m.
This month, Quantum Leap Farm welcomes pediatric cancer patients, pediatric cancer survivors and their family members along with military service members and their families for an afternoon of fun at the Farm. Guests will be treated to pony rides, pony painting, equestrian arts and crafts, games and more! For additional information, please call (813) 920-9250 or through email at quantumleapfarm@verizon.net.
Quantum Leap Closed for Holiday Break, Tuesday, Dec. 25 and Wednesday, Dec. 26, and Tuesday, January 1
QLF will be closed to riders on Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Volunteers will still be needed for horse care and stable management.