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McKeever's First Ride

Welcome participants of all ages that utilize prosthetic and orthotic devices:

Kids, adults and families
Veterans and Public Servants
Amputee Coalition members

2014 dates TBD

Gwinnett County Fairgrounds
2405 Sugarloaf Parkway
Lawrenceville, GA 30045-9340

Join us for McKeever’s First Ride, an introduction to therapeutic horseback riding and carriage driving. This adaptive sports clinic is designed to give children and adults that use orthotic or prosthetic assistance exposure to the healing spirit of the horse.

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	Therapeutic Riding Introduces Horses to Amputees April 22, 2012 McKeever's First Ride 2012 held at Gwinnett County Fairgrounds.
	Online photo gallery April 23, 2011 Highlights from last year's event.
	Horses help children with prosthetic limbs April 23, 2011 Horse-assisted clinic provides therapeutic experiences for Children’s Orthotics & Prosthetics Program patients.

McKeevers First Ride 2012 (2 Related Videos)

McKeever's First Ride celebrates the life and legacy of Dan McKeever. A pioneer in the orthotic and prosthetic field, Dan understood the needs and challenges faced by amputees. He pushed for technological advances and encouraged these men and women to defy the odds and reach for their dreams. Patients from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta do just that with the 2012 event.

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