2025 is in the books and what great advances were recorded for Scholl Community Impact Group!!  We continue to make a significant impact on the critical need for therapeutic services in the Northwoods.

Continued progress in the Indoor Riding Facility, Classroom and Grounds

• Attachments for Kubota tractor were donated including Brush Hog, Rotary Tiller, Back Blade, Grader and Quick Release for attachments
• The new garage that was completed in December 2024 to house equipment, supplies, and class props, was wired for electricity in October 2025
• Electricity was extended to the pastures next to the arena for stock tanks
• Purchased additional saddle racks, saddles, blankets and reins for classes
• Approved for housing the AAW all-terrain wheelchair which was received in October
• Prepared a field in the sensory trail for outdoor Dressage Course
• Began plans for obstacles to be constructed on the sensory trail, applied for a grant from Pukall’s Lumber to help partially fund materials
• Purchased a portable generator to provide power during outages and to provide electricity to the sensory trail during activities

Student, Organization, and Program highlights

• A total of over 700 classes lessons were taught in 2025
• Held Parent – to – Parent meetings in the classroom which included Rob Gray, a local attorney, speaking on guardianship, SSDI and housing for the disabled
• Held Spring Horse Show in May showcasing student achievements, total of students attended with their families and friends
• Additional new volunteers were added and Volunteer Training was offered on 3 separate occasions in 2025
• Expanded program with Bessemer School system to now include 5 students, with more to follow in 2026
• Updated Scholl Community Impact Group brochures
• Participated in both the Mercer and Manitowish Waters 4^th of July parades (boy, it was hot!!)
• Hosted a Volunteer dinner at the Chippewa Retreat in appreciation for all their support
• Attended a Tack Aution in Neillsville, WI
• Instructors attended a first aid class for horses
• Presented to Manitowish Lion’s Club at Little Bohemia, showcasing what we do for students
• Held fall horse show in November to showcase student accomplishments in riding and social interactions, total of students attended with their family and friends
• SCIG was featured in WJFW Channel 12’s Up North Wisconsin, promoting the new All-Terrain wheelchair as well as our program
• Dennis Debbaudt of Debbaudt Legacy Productions, LLC presented “Autism Risk and Safety Management Course” to police and emergency medical personnel in Minocqua, Manitowish Waters, and Lac du Flambeau. 120 attendees total.
• Harris Lake Association held their annual meeting at SCIG
• Presented at Lakeland STAR School/Academy Open House
• Acquired new horse, Drifter, and provided training to work with our students
• Sponsored anti-bullying presentations by Kerry Magro, Ed.D. to Bessemer, Ironwood, Lac du Flambeau, and Mercer schools
• WXPR did a story on Scholl Community Impact Group
• Guest speaker, Lee Stengle of the ATV/UTV Club did a presentation for the board -- looking forward to sponsoring a class in the spring for the public

We are so excited for 2026 to continue providing our students with opportunities to interact with horses, through grooming, tacking, and riding – to see those huge smiles appear on their faces.  If you have never seen our team in action, stop by and see the magic that happens in the arena in the comfort of our viewing area.  We have a warm and welcoming atmosphere and want to share it with even more people.  We know that with one visit, you will see and feel the positive impact that we are having, and we know that you will be inspired to give your time, talent, or treassure.

Please continue to look for new publications of “Word from the Herd” which provides you with periodic updates on what’s happening at SCIG. If you wish to have this sent directly to your “In Box”, please visit our website at schollcommunityimpactgroup.org and add your email address.

Thanks to all who are involved with Scholl Community Impact Group. “Teamwork makes the dream work”, and we have big dreams for the future.  We invite you to join or continue with us in the year ahead and offer a big horsey thank you for your past and future support!