Get Grounded
Get Grounded Experiences focus on creating fun and safe opportunities for kids to connect to their peers on the farm. Sessions incorporate concepts of connection, mindfulness, movement, creativity, and critical thinking.Experiences may include a combination of co-operative games and activities, sessions with the horses, learning fundamentals of mindfulness and meditation, and exposure to ideas related to self-care and personal power.Bright Angel Farm is located in Vernon, BC.
Meet the Facilitators
Karen Brown
Karen is an experienced elementary school teacher who is strongly connected to nature and has built her life and business on her farm property with her husband, Steven. Bright Angel Farm grows, harvests, and sells cherries and wine grapes. In 2023, Karen established Heart to Heart with Horses and offers Equine Assisted Learning sessions to individuals and small groups. Karen is also a yoga instructor with certification at the 200 and 500 hour levels. She is happiest on the farm surrounded by her animals and loved ones, incorporating all areas of her expertise and passion.
Kara Durant
Kara has a bachelor’s degree in education and taught in the Vernon School District for seven years before moving on to complete her certification as a Neuro Change Practitioner. In 2024, she completed her Reiki Master Teacher training and offers in-house and mobile Reiki sessions and training. Kara is passionate about energy work and personal growth. Her happy place is connecting with nature, often by hiking, camping, paddle boarding, and snow shoeing.
Get Grounded Drop-in Sessions
These low-commitment, budget-friendly sessions are intended to create social opportunities for kids and their peers on the farm.The Spring drop-in sessions will run
from May 21-June 25
on Wednesdays from 3:30-5:30
These sessions are for kids ages 6-16Cost: $40/sessionThe Summer drop-in sessions will run from July 2-August 25*
on Wednesdays
9:00-12:00 ages 6-11
1:00-4:00 ages 12-16* excluding July 23, August 6 &20Cost: $60/session
(+$60 payment due upon registration)Registration is now open for all Spring and Summer sessionsPlease email us to start the registration process and secure your child's spot.