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☀️ SUMMER 2026 COHORT · AUGUST 22-23

Summer 2026 Volunteer Cohort

Step onto a path of relationship-based connection, safety, and mutual learning with the horses of Beyond Liberty.

How the Volunteer Journey Works

1. Explore

Learn about our mission, horses, and sanctuary programs.

2. Apply

Submit your volunteer application and undergo review.

3. Enroll

Complete your training investment and secure your spot.

4. Train

Attend your weekend workshop, mentoring, and practicum.

Your Path to Liberty Volunteering

Our volunteer journey is structured to build your confidence, observation skills, and alignment with the Carolyn Resnick Method of horsemanship. Below you’ll find the comprehensive roadmap and training curriculum details.

PHASE 1

Learn More About Us

Explore Beyond Liberty before applying. Discover our mission, philosophy, and sanctuary programs.
PHASE 3

Apply to Volunteer

Complete our online Volunteer Application form. Training is conducted in quarterly cohorts.
PHASE 2

Visit & Connect

Attendance at these introductory classes is part of our mutual interview process. It’s an opportunity for us to get to know you, for you to get to know us, and together determine whether Beyond Liberty is the right fit.

PHASE 4

Mutual Fit & Matching

We work to align your interest, skills, and availability with our current operational needs.
PHASE 5

Volunteer Training Weekend

All new volunteers participate in this two-session foundational training weekend, led by Certified Carolyn Resnick Method Instructor Hannah Francis of Free Spirit Stables.

PHASE 6

Practicum & Assessment

Apply your skills in real-time. Follow up the weekend training with direct practice sessions and evaluation.

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

Apply for the Summer 2026 cohort today. Once accepted, you’ll be invited to complete enrollment.

Training Curriculum

Category
Hours
Offered / Date

8 On-site Mentoring Sessions with Angel Batt / Trainer

On-Site Shift
16.00

Must complete in first 2 months

Horses & Beyond with Angel Batt

Public Class
1.25

Must complete in first 3 months

Journaling & BEYOND! with Angel Batt

Public Class
1.25

Must complete in first 6 months

Sharing Territory & the Hello Ritual

Curriculum Course
1.25

Must complete in first 6 months

Code of Conduct

Curriculum Course
1.25

Must complete in first 3 months

Carolyn Resnick's Five Heartfelt Strings of Connection

Curriculum Course
1.25

Doodle Poll based on cohort availability

Melody & Ruby: Our Founding Mustangs and Beyond Liberty

Curriculum Course
1.25

Doodle Poll based on cohort availability

The Hello Ritual: Review & Practice

Curriculum Course
1.25

Doodle Poll based on cohort availability

2 Group Training Sessions with Hannah Francis & Angel Batt

Curriculum Course
6.00

August 22nd and 23rd, 9am – 12pm

Three Semi-Private Sessions with Hannah Francis & Angel Batt

Practice Session
3.75

Scheduled via Doodle (Max 4 students)

Final Safety Evaluation & Assessment

Final Assessment
1.00

Scheduled directly with volunteer

TOTAL PROGRAM HOURS

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35.50

Comprehensive Cohort Training

Program Documents & Resources

You can download the official Volunteer Journey Roadmap and the Training Timeline Matrix using the button below. Feel free to save or print it for your records.

Ready to start the process?
10+ hours of individualized on-site mentoring
Two half-day Volunteer Training Weekend workshops
Three semi-private practicum (direct practice) sessions
Final practicum evaluation and safety assessment