Horse and People Project

05/06/2026

Blooper! Trying to film but Finn keeps hogging the screen

04/28/2026

Davidsonville, Maryland

04/24/2026

Monday June 8th, you can find me leading a group at the Emotional Fitness Studio in Annapolis - it's free, but you must register. Hope to see you there!

A story-driven workshop on communication, trust, and connection inspired by parenting, leadership, and rescue horses.

04/20/2026

Excited to announce the first retreat of the year, which may be the only one depending on availability!

Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
Time: 9 AM - 1 PM

There are only 8 spots available, so if you're interested, it's best to sign up soon.

Full .pdf available at www.horseandpeopleproject.com

04/18/2026

This Sunday is the first session! I am happy to be assisting :)

04/13/2026

I'm holding an Open House on Saturday May 16 starting at 10am - free but RSVP required (email maria@horseandpeopleproject.com to reserve your spot). This may be my only Open House this year -

04/10/2026

If you’ve read my book and it resonated with you, would you be willing to leave a quick review on Amazon?

It makes a big difference in helping others find it. Here's a link:

https://www.amazon.com/review/create-review?&asin=B0G7Q2Y2CB

04/02/2026

What a great opportunity! Ranch Hand Summer camp!

🤠 Ranch Hand Summer Camp is BACK for 2026 at Wild Kid Acres 🤠

If your child loves animals, the outdoors, and getting their hands a little dirty, this is their camp.

Our full day Ranch Hand Camp gives kids ages 7–13 a true working farm experience. Campers will learn what it means to be a Wild Kid through:

🐐 Daily hands-on animal care
🌱 Farm skills and ranch work
🐴 Beginner Western riding and horsemanship
🌾 Screen-free outdoor learning on a real working farm

Details:
📍 Edgewater, MD
🗓 Full Day Camp: June 22-26, July 6-10, and July 20-24
Optional Add-On:
🐎 1.5-hour riding lesson after camp

Spots will fill quickly. If your child is ready to build confidence, responsibility, and real ranch skills, this is the summer experience they will not forget.

Learn more and register at https://wildkidacres.org/product/summer-camp/

03/18/2026

Ten years ago, I walked part of the Camino de Santiago.

At the time, I remember thinking,
“Okay, I did that… and I will NEVER do that again.”

And yet here I am, ten years later, thinking about going back.

For those who don’t know, the Camino is a pilgrimage across Spain. People walk it for all kinds of reasons. Faith. Clarity. Or just because something in them says, go.

I walked about 80 miles. It was not easy. Blisters, fatigue, and a lot of moments wondering why I signed up for it in the first place.

There were days I told myself, just keep walking. Don’t stop. Because if I stopped, I wasn’t sure I’d be able to get going again.

Looking back, I can see how much that experience mirrors what I see every day working with horses.

Both require presence. Paying attention to what’s right in front of you, not five miles ahead.

Some things can’t be rushed.
Some things are just hard.

And sometimes, the only thing to do is keep walking, even if it hurts.

Funny how the things we say we’ll never do again…
are often the ones that call us back.

03/13/2026

When work doesn't feel like work! I really do love sharing all the lessons the horses have taught me!