IT’S SUMMERTIME AT DMI

Although we have brought the 2019 Spring Session to a close, there is much going on at Driving Magic. While the heat prevents lessons, we still work with horses, prepare new lessons for fall session, and do a lot of work to keep the activity center and equipment in good shape. Contact us to find out how you can help.

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Wishlist

Beyond the supplies needed for our special equines, Driving Magic has a consistent need for supplies to support our students and volunteers. Many of these supplies may be extras you have from your home or office, toys that your children have overgrown, or rewards/gift cards that you may not need. Your donation of these items helps our budget significantly and enables us to more effectively use financial contributions toward funding additional student lessons / workshops and scholarships.

TEACHING AIDS AND STUDENT SUPPORT WISH LIST:

  • Laminator sheets — all sizes
  • Rolls of stick-on velcro (white and black)
  • Post It Notes — small sizes, any colors
  • Self adhesive name badges or name badge laser stock
  • 4 Level Communication Builder (see www.enablingdevices.com)
  • Pipe (PVC) and pylon 40 meter x 80 meter arena for teaching competitive driving skills (see www.drivingessentials.com for ideas)
  • Worksite boombox with CD player (see www.lowes.com for ideas)
  • D batteries
  • 9Volt batteries
  • Clear plastic boxes with lids (66qt)
  • Plastic / zip pencil cases
  • 3-step mounting block
  • (3) Whiffle ball bats and balls
  • Plastic bin balls (all colors)
  • 8 1/2 x 11 24lb laser paper – white
  • 8 1/2 x 11 laser cardstock – white, cream
  • ASTM-SEI certified riding helmets — all sizes, any color
  • First Aid Kit supplies — band aids, cold packs / heat packs, suntan lotion for sensitive skin, bug spray for sensitive skin / children
  • Rewards cards, gift cards, discount cards for Office Depot, Staples, Home Depot, Lowes, Hobby Lobby, Target, WalMart
  • Grocery store gift cards for supplies needed for students to make horse treats and for purchasing beverages, snacks and lunches

VOLUNTEER SUPPORT WISH LIST:

  • Bottled water
  • Bottled sports drinks (e.g., Powerade)
  • Non-perishable snacks
  • Whistles with cords
  • ASTM-SEI certified riding helmets — medium, large, white
  • First Aid Kit supplies — band aids, cold packs / heat packs, suntan lotion for sensitive skin, bug spray for sensitive skin / children
  • Grocery store gift cards to be used for beverages and snacks for training sessions and for lessons/workshops (many of our volunteers spend over 5 hours at the farm each time they volunteer)