About Us
Welcome!
In 2018, after a life-changing visit to Old Friends, a Thoroughbred retirement farm in Kentucky, I felt deeply inspired to establish a nonprofit that would serve both horses and humans. This vision came to life with the founding of Equine Paths in August of that year. Since then, our center has rescued, rehabilitated, and rehomed 32 horses. We are incredibly proud of our sanctuary herd—wise, perceptive animals who have become invaluable co-teachers in our programs.
Horses have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. As a little girl, I was always horse-crazy, and that passion has never waned. I don’t recall a time when I wasn’t riding, and even today, I’d rather be outdoors with my horses than anywhere else. Whether it’s the peaceful connection with nature or the cherished memories of weekends spent riding at my aunt’s farm in Mentone, Alabama, or at a my daddy's horse farm in North Carolina, horses have always felt like home to my heart.
There is something indescribable about the bond with a horse—a sense of freedom and liberty when galloping across an open field or the profound security in being known by an animal that can’t lie. Horses serve as mirrors, reflecting our deepest selves. Over the years, I’ve been fortunate enough to grow alongside a few incredible chestnut mares who have taught me to laugh fully, grieve openly, and embody fierce independence, strong protection, and gentle compassion.
At Equine Paths, my mission is to share the transformative power of horses. Through our programs, I aim to help others discover the same sense of growth and fulfillment that I’ve been blessed to experience.
I am a certified Equine First Aid and Advanced First Aid instructor, hold a certification as an Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning, and am accredited in Equine Facilitated Learning through The Human Equine Relational Development (HERD) Institute. I’m a lifelong learner, always seeking new ways to expand my knowledge and expertise in working with both horses and people.
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about Equine Paths and the work we’re passionate about. I look forward to welcoming you into our community.
Warmly,
Katrina Mintz
Founder and Director
