A signature program of Coleman Country, Free the Horses is a multi-media program, a self-esteem adventure, for first graders.  It teaches children to believe in themselves, their talents, and their dreams.  The story centers on the adventures of Kelly and her friends as they face a variety of problems that children face every day.

Kelly is overwhelmed by her responsibilities.  Bright Knight feels like a failure.  Ted Bear is from a dysfunctional family.  Rabbit is picked on by a bully.  These characters (played by children) learn to handle their problems positively and courageously, while developing character along the way.

The program consists of three parts.  The first revolves around The Lands of Think, Feel, and Do.  Campers come away with these feelings:  “I can do it,”  “I can choose what I think,” “I can choose my feelings,” and “I think before I do.”

Part 2 revolves around The Golden Spiral of Success:  Belonging, Learning, and Contributing.  Campers come away knowing that “I can be a friend,”  “I learn from my mistakes,” and “I have a lot to offer.”

In Part 3, campers look for the Keys of Courage, Responsibility, and Cooperation.  They begin to realize:  “My fears won’t stop me,”  “My choices matter,” and “None of us is as smart as all of us.”

With “Free the Horses,”  children learn to think positive thoughts and do the right thing as each lesson develops a single vital character trait such as courage, cooperation, responsibility, and being a friend.