Susan Zody is a wife, mother of 2, and grandmother of 4.  Her career began in pharmaceutical sales and medical marketing.  Most recently she has mentored under resourced children as a result of volunteering with local non-profit organizations.  Her passion is teaching these children about the hope that is in Jesus and encouraging them to fulfill their purpose in life.  

Susan Zody is a wife, mother of 2, and grandmother of 4.  Her career began in pharmaceutical sales and medical marketing.  Most recently she has mentored under resourced children as a result of volunteering with local non-profit organizations.  Her passion is teaching these children about the hope that is in Jesus and encouraging them to fulfill their purpose in life.  

Tara Eytcheson, MSW, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker.  She is the owner of The Counseling and Wellness House in Kokomo where she is a psychotherapist.  She has experience in individual, family, couples, and group therapy with a specialization in the focus of helping clients achieve overall (body, mind, and spiritual) wellness.  

Dick Foster is a superintendent at Haynes International, father of three, and grandfather of seven. He is also an active church member at Crossroads Community Church and oversees the maintenance and grounds work at Narrow Gate Horse Ranch. He is a “behind the scenes” kind of guy who has spent many hours improving the property, making sure equipment runs properly, and helping at special events. The ranch would suffer without his wisdom and expertise. 

Doris Wolf is a wife, mother of 2 boys, and Memaw of 5 grandchildren. She has been a social worker for over 15 years. She is a member of Christian Life Fellowship and a lover of life, the Lord, family, and friends.

Deb is one of our go-to horses when we need a horse for the children to bathe, brush, or lead. She had a tragedy strike her former owner a few years ago and she lost her. It has been wonderful to see the light come into her eyes as she has once again found her purpose working with children. She can be a little bit pushy to lead, which is excellent for teaching boundary setting and assertiveness skills. Her best friend is Soldier.

Birthday: 11/1998

A bit anxious, quiet, and unassuming, she yields only to Patches in her herd. She quietly goes where she pleases, often accompanied by her best friend, Bambi. Healthwise, Mollie has had a few unusual issues to deal with. She is a good patient, usually standing nicely for her medical treatment. She is a favorite with some of our older students.

Birthday: 05/1998

At first, Reno might play hard to get. He is the lead horse in his small herd and more wary than Deb and Soldier. Perhaps this is because his sire (father) picked him up by his neck and slammed him against the wall when he was just a colt. He still has a large scar on his neck from this incident. Often with someone, he knows and trusts; he will walk up and gently lick an outstretched hand. It’s interesting that he is one more likely to move and fidget while being brushed because he was once a show horse and thus very well trained. During round pen work and riding, he is very steady and well behaved. He is a very gentle and sweet natured Palomino

Birthday: 05/1997

Sabbath was a caring mother and prize winning show horse. An infection took her right eye more than a decade ago, but she has adapted to her limited sight by staying close to her herd and being extra aware. She continues in her nurturing ways with the kids who visit the ranch - ever patient, always kind.

Soldier loves people...and FOOD! He is gentle enough for some of the smaller children to lead, but if there is something to eat nearby, it takes a determined person to get him past it! His original owner used to abuse him with a 2X4. Despite his past, he is curious and interested in people, especially children. Due to having pins in his right front foot, he is not rideable except for our very smallest riders. He will always have an important place at Narrow Gate as one of the first picks for leading and brushing.

Birthday: 05/2000