About Us
New Canaan Mounted Troop Virtual Adoption
What is a virtual adoption?
The virtual adoption program is dedicated to providing the resources needed to nurture and care for the donated horses and ponies of New Canaan Mounted Troop. When you virtually adopt one of our horses or ponies, your donation will go towards the care of that animal. Care is defined as housing, medical, feed, nutritional supplements, shoes and other equipment.
NCMT has long maintained a tradition of helping children attend its horsemanship and equine care programs. Your donation will also help fund scholarships for eligible students and make a difference in a child’s life.
Blue gets examined at Fairfield Equine Associates veterinarian facility
How much does it cost to care for a horse or pony?
Blue gets examined at Fairfield Equine Associates veterinarian facility
Basic care per horse/pony
- Basic veterinary care $3,500.
- Feed, daily care, bedding, nutritional supplements $10,000.
- Equipment $1,200.
- Shoes $2,250.
NCMT also maintains a medical fund for any unforeseen emergencies.
Who takes care of the horses and ponies of NCMT?
Lisa, Lori and Liz supervise the riding and equine care program at Troop.
Lisa
Lori
Liz
Barn manager Ann supervises the care and management of the horses and facility with the help of Nicole.
Anne
Nicole
Each of the many children who participate in the riding and equine care program help to care for our horses and ponies.
About New Canaan Mounted Troop
New Canaan Mounted Troop (NCMT) is a non-profit, charitable organization devoted to building leadership, responsibility and confidence through sound horsemanship. Founded in 1939 by noted horsewoman, author and educator, Margaret Cabell Self, NCMT remains the last unit of the Junior Cavalry of America.
The cadet program at NCMT offers extensive instruction for every rider’s ability — beginners to advanced, young rider through adults — we also believe that instruction and practice in stable management and safety combined with the complete care of horse and tack are the foundations of sound horsemanship. Educational lectures and demonstrations are an integral part of the program and our extensive hands-on curriculum is not offered by any other equestrian program in the area.
