Welcome to Ellis Equestrian Center Volunteer program. You will find there are several volunteer positions that may fit your talents that you wish to share with the County. It is beneficial for the Ellis Volunteer and the Ellis facility that, no matter what position held, the volunteer know and accept our mission, facility, how it runs, and our staff. A volunteer will perform Horse Care Volunteer duties and may perform additional volunteer position duties within the first year of volunteering. Upon an evaluation, a qualified volunteer in good standing* may stay on as a Horse Care Volunteer or move on exclusively to other Ellis Volunteer positions – many of which include and/or specialize in certain horse care volunteer duties, and some positions include computer, writing and fundraising skills.
Liz O'Mara Passionate Equestrian Volunteer
Read about Laurie's experience at Ellis!
All Prospective Horse Care Volunteers Must:
- Be 14 years of age or older at the time of training.
- Be able to lift 40 pounds.
- Be able to follow instructions and work independently or in a group.
- Make a commitment of one year.
- Complete a Forest Preserve volunteer application with waiver, release of liability, references.
- Read and sign the Ellis insurance waiver and hold harmless agreement.
View volunteer job descriptions 
and if you are interested in joining our Volunteer team, download our volunteer application , fill it out and send it to the address or fax number on the application.