– WELCOME TO –
FIREFLY HORSE CO.
WELLNESS RETREAT CENTER
Firefly Horse Co. offers a unique approach compared to traditional horse barns and therapy programs. Our mission is to make the powerful connection between horses and humans accessible to the broader community. Whether someone joins us for riding lessons, camps, or therapeutic sessions, the experience at Firefly goes beyond simply learning to ride—it centers on building a meaningful relationship between horse and human.
Our work incorporates principles of natural horsemanship alongside learning and therapeutic practices that encourage presence, connection, and balance. Through these experiences, participants are invited to slow down, tune in, and engage with horses in a thoughtful and respectful way.
At Firefly, the relationship between horse and rider goes far deeper than developing a skill. Working with horses asks for patience, persistence, and attentiveness to the needs of the horse, while also encouraging awareness of one’s own emotional and physical state. It is through this mutual awareness that growth, trust, and healing can take place.
Why Horses?
Horses can be powerful partners in counseling because of their heightened sensitivity to emotions and shifts in energy. In the wild, this awareness helps keep them safe—and in a therapeutic setting, it can help humans gain insight into their own emotional landscape. Both horses and humans are wired for connection, and horses are naturally curious and willing to engage when they feel safe and respected.
Working with horses invites people to become more aware of their emotional responses and learn how to regulate them in real time. Through this process, participants often experience greater clarity, calm, and connection. Many find that time spent with horses fosters increased self-awareness, improved relationships, and a deeper sense of overall well-being.
Located in Northwestern Montana
Firefly is centrally located on 24 pristine acres with mountain views in Columbia Falls, Montana, near the cities of Whitefish, Kalispell, & Bigfork.
West Glacier National Park, Whitefish Resort, and Flathead Lake are just a 30-minute drive away!
SERVICES
Firefly has it all from therapy services, to riding lessons, guest experiences, lodging, and venue space for your next event!
Join us in all the activities we have to offer.
Therapy & REtreats
Improve your life, deal with anxiety or depression, and become more self-confident through nature-based and animal-assisted alternative therapy programs led by Julie Dauner, LCPC and owner.
We offer Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, Art Therapy, and Farm Environment Therapy for all ages.
Riding Lessons
Firefly’s Equine Experiential Learning sessions build core life-skills as well as horsemanship and riding abilities. Our lessons are based in mindfulness principles and focus on the connection between humans and horses.
Individual, Semi-Private, & Group Lessons for both kids & adults!
Guest Experiences
Horse & Animal Experiences allow you to interact with over 100+ animals and ride off the trail. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced rider you’re bound to have a yeehaw’in time with this customizable experience.
Great for individuals & groups that are looking for a ride outside of the trails
Lodging & accommodations
Stay in one of our fully converted stall rooms for a unique experience, pitch a tent, sit around the fire roasting marshmallows telling stories, stay in one of our RVs or bring your own, or relax in our cozy guest house!
Friendly dogs & horses are welcome!
Parties & Events
Firefly is the PERFECT place to party! We love hosting Pony Parties, Corporate Trainings, Retreats, Holiday Parties, Showers, and MORE on our 24 acres!
Lodging also available on site!
Join us for upcoming events such as goat yoga, retreats, & more!
Farm Camps
Drop the kids off for a day of horse & farm animal fun! Arts & crafts, horse & animal care, groundwork, riding, & new friends call for a day your kids won’t forget! Camp is a great introduction to our riding programs and a fun way to hang out with the animals for a day!
Offered during summer and school holiday breaks.
Questions? Contact Us!
Email: info@fireflymt.com | Call or Text: (406)314-7185