Acres for Life, Therapy & Wellness Center

09/23/2026

Spending time with the herd is one of the best parts of Barn Bash. Joey, Ole, and the rest of our booted, hooved, pawed, and clawed crew each play a unique role in the healing work that happens at Acres for Life — and they can’t wait to meet you.

Come learn their stories, experience the connection they offer, and see firsthand how the herd shows up for clients every single day. If you’re curious about supporting their care, you can explore Horse Sponsorship anytime or chat with our team at the event.

🎉 Barn Bash 2026
📅 Saturday, October 3
🕐 1–5 PM
📍 Forest Lake, MN
🎟️ Free to attend — donations appreciated.

Acresforlife.org/barn-bash/

09/22/2026

Fullness isn’t having more.
It’s noticing what’s already here. 🐴🌿

The horses. The connection. The fresh air. The moments that remind us we are enough.

At Acres, we believe healing can look a lot like learning to receive the fullness of life, one breath, one connection, one moment at a time. ❤️

09/21/2026

🌿 Monday reminder from Acres:
Keep your head up. You don’t have to have it all figured out today.

Take a breath. Take the next step. Give yourself grace.

Your mental health matters, your story matters, and you matter. 🤍

Sometimes healing looks like simply showing up and taking one more step forward.
We’re rooting for you. 🐴🌿

09/18/2026

Rain or shine, we’re always looking forward to seeing you… waiting on our tippy toes. 🐴💛

Because at Acres, there’s always a little room for connection, a little space to breathe, and a whole lot of heart waiting for you. 🌿

Come as you are. We’ll be here.

09/16/2026

🍂 FALL HORSE HAPPY HOUR 🍂
An invitation to our local heroes.

To our military members and veterans, law enforcement, first responders, healthcare providers, and the people who spend their days caring for, protecting, and serving others…

This afternoon is for you.

As the seasons change, we’re making a little room to slow down. To step outside. To breathe in the fresh air and simply be.

Join Acres for Life and the Invisible Wounds Project for an afternoon with the horses and the people who believe in the healing power of connection.

✨ Fresh air.
✨ Room to pause.
✨ Space to breathe.
✨ Time to believe.
✨ Horses who remind us that healing doesn’t always have to happen through words.

Come as you are. Take a deep breath. Meet the herd. Connect with good people. And give yourself permission to pause for a little while.

📅 Friday, September 18, 2026
⏰ 3:00–4:30 PM
📍 Acres for Life

18323 July Ave N, Forest Lake, MN
We’d love to share this beautiful piece of fall with you. 🍁🐴

More info:
[email protected]
651-257-4159

09/15/2026

✨ Happy horses start with healthy horses! ✨

We’re always excited when the good stuff arrives! Our nutrition supplements and mineral blocks are here to help keep our herd healthy, strong, and feeling their best. 💚

At Acres for Life, caring for our horses means paying attention to the little things, because every scoop, every mineral, every meal is another way we say, “You matter. You are cared for. You are loved.”

Healthy bodies. Happy horses. A herd that helps heal hearts. 🐴💚

09/15/2026

09/15/2026

When the rain comes, we find shelter together. 🌧️🐴

At Acres, there is always a safe place to land, breathe, reconnect, and remember that you don’t have to weather the storm alone.🤍

09/13/2026

Today, we took steps for recovery. ❤️

Steps toward hope, connection, and the reminder that no one has to walk this journey alone.

Our Acres for Life team showed up to support, uplift, and encourage those on the road to recovery, because we believe recovery is better together.

And our four-legged team joined in too! 🐐🐐🐕 Millie and Lucy, our goats, took their steps on Capitol Hill, and sweet Ms. Pampa, our pup, walked right alongside them.

Every step matters. Every person matters. Every story matters.

Today we walked for those still fighting, those finding their way, and those who simply need to hear:

You are not alone. Keep taking the next step. ❤️
Today, we took steps for recovery. ❤️

Steps toward hope, connection, and the reminder that no one has to walk this journey alone.

Our Acres for Life team showed up to support, uplift, and encourage those on the road to recovery, because we believe recovery is better together.

And our four-legged team joined in too! 🐐🐐🐕 Millie and Lucy, our goats, took their steps on Capitol Hill, and sweet Ms. Pampa, our pup, walked right alongside them.

Every step matters. Every person matters. Every story matters.

Today we walked for those still fighting, those finding their way, and those who simply need to hear:

You are not alone. Keep taking the next step. ❤️

09/12/2026

Barn Bash is back. Join us for an afternoon of connection, community, live music, great food, and time with the Acres team.

🎉 Barn Bash 2026
📅 Saturday, October 3 | 🕐 1–5 PM
📍 Forest Lake, MN

What’s waiting for you:
✨ Amazing food + refreshing drinks
🎶 Live music from David Lenz
🐴 Activities and experiences for all ages - including meeting the herd!

Free admission.
Donations support our healing services and programs.

For the safety of our animals and guests, please leave outside animals at home.

Learn more: https://givebutter.com/barn-bash-2026