Volunteer Opportunities

Chore ‘n S’more

Event Date: August 1, 2026

A fun-filled evening at the ranch for current campers, riders, and volunteers! Enjoy s’mores, games, a campfire, and a movie under the stars. $40 per child — register by July 29th!

Two equestrian interns posing with a chestnut therapy horse at Ivey Ranch Park Association in Oceanside, California

Equestrian Volunteer Orientation

Event Date: August 1, 2026

Interested in volunteering with our horses and riders? Join us for a volunteer orientation and learn how you can get involved at Ivey Ranch.

Group of visitors gathered around a black horse in the arena during an Ivey Ranch Park Association Meet and Greet in Oceanside CA

August Meet & Greet

Event Date: August 8, 2026

Tour the ranch, meet our horses, and learn about our programs! Whether you’re curious about volunteering, supporting our mission, or just want to see what we’re all about — we’d love to show you around.

Families and children meeting and grooming horses at an Ivey Ranch Park Association Meet and Greet in Oceanside CA

September Meet & Greet

Event Date: September 26, 2026

Tour the ranch, meet our horses, and learn about our programs! Whether you’re curious about volunteering, supporting our mission, or just want to see what we’re all about — we’d love to show you around.

Western Hoedown

Event Date: October 10, 2026

Dust off your boots and join us for the 45th Anniversary Ivey Ranch Park Western Hoedown! An evening of steakhouse BBQ, live music, hay rides, a silent auction, equestrian demonstrations, and more — all supporting the programs and people that make Ivey Ranch so special.

Chore ‘n S’more

Equestrian Volunteer Orientation

August Meet & Greet

September Meet & Greet

Western Hoedown

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